Learn at Lunch: How much information do we need?
Sacramento Tree Foundation Office
A community forest
cannot be effectively managed unless its condition is known. An inventory of
trees and planting spaces is a prerequisite in planning for and making sound
management decisions including budget strategies and priorities. An inventory
can provide the locations of trees that require pruning or removal to reduce
risk, the number of trees located within the public right-of-way, the value of
ecosystem services trees provide, and the number of available planting sites.
In addition, an inventory can help to identify insect or disease problems or
young trees that require irrigation, pruning, and other maintenance.
With this information, tree managers can
annually plan, prioritize, and budget tree removals, maintenance work, and
plantings. They can also determine the value of their community's trees for
increasing property values and stormwater management which helps emphasize a
tree program's importance to community leaders. Over the years, changes in a
community forest can be seen in the number, age, and species of trees. A
well-maintained inventory can be used in cases of liability to demonstrate
there was no negligence in the inspection or care of public trees. An inventory
will also improve the chances of receiving grants and other assistance by
documenting the condition of and care for the community forest.
About the Speaker
Jim Kozak is the TreeKeeper
Product Manager for the Davey Resource Group. Jim is an urban forestry
GIS/IT expert knowledgeable in all types of field equipment, hardware and
software used in the collection, processing, and delivery of urban forestry data.
Sacramento Regional Chapter
The California Urban Forests Council, Sacramento Regional Chapter connects
students, arborist, urban foresters, scientist and people who are passionate
about trees and the urban forest.
About CaUFC “Learn at
The Sacramento Regional Chapter presents a “Learn at Lunch” event every two
months. The educational presentations address topics ranging from tree care to
planning and understanding the management of the regional urban forest. Arborist
participation qualifies for 1.5 ISA CEU’s. Learn at lunch is a welcoming forum
and not limited to just professionals. Everyone who cares about trees is
invited. Sessions are free. Lunch is not provided; please bring your own.