Urban Forestry Commission 04-28-2026

The City of Norwalk Connecticut Urban Forestry Commission held a meeting on April 28, 2026, focusing primarily on urban tree planting initiatives and related budget allocations. The commission discussed the spring 2026 tree planting program with a budget of approximately $20,000 for citywide right-of-way plantings, estimating about 50 trees to be planted in the spring and an additional 90 to 100 trees through a green workforce training program. They also reviewed grant-funded planting contracts and ongoing efforts to enhance canopy cover in various neighborhoods, including plans for median plantings on West Avenue funded by the Green Growth Program. The commission addressed outreach materials, including updating informational pamphlets and business cards to support community engagement. Additionally, they discussed the legacy tree program, including ordinance updates and criteria for designating legacy trees, and emphasized the importance of early involvement in landscaping plans for city infrastructure projects such as roundabouts to ensure appropriate tree planting and maintenance. No formal votes on contracts or expenditures were recorded, but several action items related to planning, outreach, and coordination with city departments were identified.