Urban Forestry Advisory Committee

Total public members:               12           

Method of Appointment:            Appointed by the Mayor 

Length of Appointment:             3 years

Residency:                                  A strong preference for DC Residents from all 8 Wards

Description:

The purpose of the UFAC shall be to:

• Ensure coordination between the District agencies responsible for achieving the District's tree canopy goals and partners engaged in programs and activities geared toward achieving those goals.
• Advise District agencies responsible for achieving the District's tree canopy goals regarding policies, programs, and partnerships for the purpose of maintaining, protecting, and increasing the District's tree canopy; and
• Provide input on the 5-year urban forest report and master plan required by § 8-651.03(c).

Composition:

• The Director of the District Department of Transportation, or the Director's designee;
• The Director of the District Department of the Environment, or the Director's designee;
• The Director of the Department of Parks and Recreation, or the Director's designee;
• The Director of the Department of General Services, or the Director's designee;
• The General Manager of District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, or the General Manager's designee;
• A representative of the U.S. National Park Service;
• A representative of the U.S. General Services Administration;
• A representative of the District's electric utility;
• Three community representatives appointed by the Mayor knowledgeable in the fields of urban forestry, public policy, environmental protection, public administration, or environmental justice and equity; and
• One community representative appointed by the Chairperson of the Council committee with oversight of the District Department of the Environment.