A unified vision for Charlotte's urban forest
Mapping out a way forward can only happen once goals are identified. A unified vision statement is also important to communicate how things would look if everything related to tree canopy was perfectly addressed. A vision statement also ensures that all players and stakeholders are on the same page at the beginning of the implementation process.
During the assessment of Charlotte's urban forest, one of the critical findings was that the community as a whole must be more effectively engaged to ensure future progress. This is especially true due to the fact that over 80% of Charlotte's tree canopy is privately owned. Therefore, the ability to preserve and sustain the city’s urban forest over time depends on actions taken not just by the city, but also by community organizations, businesses, and individuals.
The vision for Charlotte's urban forest:
During the assessment of Charlotte's urban forest, one of the critical findings was that the community as a whole must be more effectively engaged to ensure future progress. This is especially true due to the fact that over 80% of Charlotte's tree canopy is privately owned. Therefore, the ability to preserve and sustain the city’s urban forest over time depends on actions taken not just by the city, but also by community organizations, businesses, and individuals.
The vision for Charlotte's urban forest:
Charlotte's Urban Forest Master Plan provides the blueprint for the engagement and purposeful action of community leaders, residents and organizations in sustaining our tree canopy. |