The Urban Forestry Commission is an active, working group that advises City Council on Vancouver’s urban forestry policies and regulations
VANCOUVER – The city of Vancouver is now seeking applicants to fill two positions on the Urban Forestry Commission. Applications are due by Friday, May 2
The Urban Forestry Commission is an active, working group that advises City Council on Vancouver’s urban forestry policies and regulations, assists with updating the Urban Forestry program’s work plan, and administers the Heritage Tree Program, Arbor Day recognition and awards programs.
Membership eligibility and requirements
- An interest in making our community a greener place
- Commit to monthly in-person meetings
- Ability to serve a term beginning July 1, 2025 and expiring June 30, 2029 or a term beginning June 2, 2025, and expiring June 30, 2026
For full board details, including term information and meeting times, visit http://www.cityofvancouver.us/boards.
How to apply
Visit www.cityofvancouver.us/boards to apply online. For questions or to request the application in other languages or formats, please contact the City’s Boards and Commissions Coordinator by mail at Vancouver City Hall, P.O. Box 1995, Vancouver, WA 98668-1995, by phone at [http://tel:+360-487-8600]360-487-8600 (WA Relay [http://tel:+711]711), or by email at bc_coordinator@cityofvancouver.us.
Information provided by the city of Vancouver.
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