City of Ellsworth
1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605
ARBOR COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Monday, October 2, 2023 at 8:00 a.m.
AGENDA
- Call to Order and Introductions
- Adoption of Minutes of August 29, 2023
- Housekeeping
- City Council representation and staff support
- Confirm Regular Meeting Time: first Monday of the month at 8:00AM
- Minute Taker
- Remote Participation Policy (see sample in meeting materials)
- Review Rules of Order
- Review Current State of Community Forestry Initiatives (see attached summary)
- City of Ellsworth
- Green Ellsworth and its partner organizations (see attached summary)
- Other non-profits and organizations
- Possibilities for initial Commission “To Do” List/ Timeline
Provide formal input to Comprehensive Plan
Provide direction and support for Community Tree Nursery
(Upcoming work: mowing, tilling, planting, winter prep & ordering for next spring)
Provide input and direction for upcoming grant applications:
new Project Canopy Funds (see forwarded notice) & related planning
Develop and request Arbor Day Proclamation
Complete application for Tree City USA renewal
Develop Community Forestry Management Plan
Clarify mandate and revise ordinance
Determine appropriate City Department/management unit for tree related initiatives
(Public Works, Planning Department, Code Enforcement, Parks & Recreation
Department, etc)
Secure funds for baseline Canopy Coverage Assessment
Develop proposed budget for Arbor Commission/City Tree Planting 2024-2025
Develop plan for public engagement and education
Other
- Citizen Comments
- Member Comments
- Staff Comments
- Adjournment