Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area Advisory Council
Stored: National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council
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National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council (NUCFAC) is an advisory body that provides recommendations to the USDA on urban forestry issues, aiming to improve urban and community forest health, equity in tree canopy distribution, and public engagement in forestry management.
Mission
NUCFAC's mission is to develop, evaluate, and promote a national urban and community forestry action plan that supports healthy urban forest ecosystems. It works to ensure that urban forestry strategies address climate change, enhance community resilience, support public health, and promote economic benefits through trees in urban environments.[1]
Parent organization
NUCFAC operates under the U.S. Forest Service, which is part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Forest Service oversees the Urban and Community Forestry Program.[2]
Legislation
NUCFAC was established by the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978, which mandates the council's role in urban forestry policy development.[3]
Partners
- State forestry agencies
- Non-profit organizations involved in urban forestry
- Municipal governments
- Academic institutions and research organizations[4]
Number of employees
The council consists of 15 members appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture, representing a range of urban forestry interests.[5]
Organization structure
The council includes members from various sectors, including government, academia, and community organizations.
Leader
The council is led by a Chair, who directs its activities and meetings.
Divisions
There are no formal divisions, but the council can form working groups:
- Working groups might address specific issues like equity in urban forestry or climate resilience.
List of programs
- Development of the National Ten-Year Urban Forestry Action Plan
- Recommendations for urban forestry grants
- Annual reports on urban forestry progress and challenges
Last total enacted budget
The budget for NUCFAC is not publicly detailed; its activities are funded through the USDA Forest Service's Urban and Community Forestry Program budget.
Staff
The council does not have dedicated staff; support is provided by Forest Service employees.
Funding
Funding for NUCFAC's operations is part of the USDA's Forest Service budget for urban forestry initiatives.
Services provided
NUCFAC provides advisory services, focusing on policy development, grant recommendations, and the creation of action plans to promote sustainable urban forestry practices, enhance community engagement, and address environmental and social equity in urban areas.
Regulations overseen
While the council itself does not oversee regulations, its recommendations can influence urban forestry policies and practices across federal, state, and local levels.
Headquarters address
1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States
History
Since its establishment under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act, NUCFAC has played a significant role in shaping national urban forestry strategies, advocating for increased tree canopy in cities, and promoting the benefits of urban forests for health, environment, and economy.[6]
External links
References
- ↑ USDA Forest Service. "National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ USDA Forest Service. "About the Forest Service". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ U.S. Government Publishing Office. "Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978". U.S. Government Publishing Office, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-92/pdf/STATUTE-92-Pg365.pdf (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ USDA Forest Service. "National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/managing-land/urban-forests/ucf (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ Federal Register. "National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council". Federal Register, https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/01/28/2024-01548/national-urban-and-community-forestry-advisory-council-meeting (accessed February 8, 2025).
- ↑ U.S. Government Publishing Office. "Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978". U.S. Government Publishing Office, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-92/pdf/STATUTE-92-Pg365.pdf (accessed February 8, 2025).