Urban forestry: school greening.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand the California Urban Forestry Act to include ‘school greening’ as a key benefit. It directs the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to develop a statewide strategic plan and provide technical assistance to urban areas, particularly focusing on improving tree management, water capture, and creating tree-shaded school grounds. The bill also authorizes grants to support tree planting and other projects, with a priority on disadvantaged and low-income communities.
Key provisions
- Includes ‘school greening’ as a benefit of the California Urban Forestry Act.
- Requires the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to develop and submit a statewide strategic plan for urban forestry.
- Provides technical assistance to urban areas on tree management, water capture, and best practices.
- Authorizes grants for tree planting projects and school greening initiatives.
- Prioritizes funding for disadvantaged and low-income communities.
- Establishes targets for increasing tree canopy cover by 2035.
- Allows for negotiated indirect cost rate agreements for funded projects.
- Requires the department to provide advice and guidance on use of trees in urban areas to promote community resilience and adaptation.
Who is affected
- Cities and Counties
- School Districts
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Urban Residents
- Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
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