Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Advisory Committee

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Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Advisory Committee
Type: Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Parent organization: United States Forest Service
Top organization: Department of Agriculture
Employees: 15 (members)
Executive: Chair
Budget:
Address: 201 14th Street SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/restoration/CFLRP/advisory-panel.shtml
Creation Legislation: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
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Mission
The mission of the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Advisory Committee is to advise the Secretary of Agriculture on proposals for the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program (CFLRP). It aims to support landscape-scale forest restoration projects that enhance forest health, reduce wildfire risks, and improve wildlife habitats, while also benefiting local economies.
Services

Project evaluation; Recommendations for funding; Policy advice

Regulations


Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Advisory Committee (CFLRP Advisory Committee) is tasked with reviewing and recommending forest restoration projects under the CFLRP, focusing on ecological restoration, fire management, and community benefits. Its work helps in selecting projects that align with the program's goals of improving forest health and reducing wildfire risks.

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Mission

The CFLRP Advisory Committee's mission is to provide expert advice on the selection of projects for funding under the CFLRP. The committee evaluates proposals based on ecological, economic, and social sustainability criteria, aiming to support projects that not only restore forest landscapes but also engage local communities and leverage resources efficiently.[1]

Parent organization

The CFLRP Advisory Committee is managed by the United States Forest Service, which is part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Forest Service is responsible for the management of national forests and grasslands.[2]

Legislation

The committee was established under the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009, which authorized the CFLRP to promote landscape-scale restoration.[3]

Partners

  • Various federal, state, and local government agencies
  • Non-profit organizations involved in forest conservation
  • Academic institutions for research on forest restoration[4]

Number of employees

The committee comprises 15 members appointed for their expertise in areas like ecological restoration, fire ecology, and rural economic development.[5]

Organization structure

Members are selected to ensure a broad range of expertise and perspectives on forest management.

Leader

The committee is chaired by a Chair, who leads the evaluation process and communicates recommendations.

Divisions

The committee does not have formal divisions but can organize into panels for specific evaluations:

  • Panels might focus on different aspects of proposals like ecological impact or community engagement.

List of programs

  • Evaluation of CFLRP project proposals
  • Recommendations on funding allocations
  • Assessment of program effectiveness and strategy

Last total enacted budget

The budget for the CFLRP Advisory Committee itself is not publicly detailed; it operates within the broader CFLRP budget.

Staff

The committee does not have dedicated staff; support is provided by Forest Service personnel.

Funding

Funding for the committee's activities is part of the USDA's Forest Service budget allocated to the CFLRP.

Services provided

The committee provides advisory services, focusing on the strategic selection of landscape restoration projects, ensuring they meet the program's objectives for forest health, wildfire management, and community benefits.

Regulations overseen

While the committee does not directly oversee regulations, its recommendations influence how CFLRP projects are implemented, affecting forest management practices.

Headquarters address

201 14th Street SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States

History

Established following the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009, the CFLRP Advisory Committee has been pivotal in guiding the direction of large-scale forest restoration efforts across the U.S., emphasizing collaborative approaches to forest management.[6]

External links

References

  1. ↑ USDA Forest Service. "CFLRP Advisory Committee". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/restoration/CFLRP/advisory-panel.shtml (accessed February 8, 2025).
  2. ↑ USDA Forest Service. "About the Forest Service". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency (accessed February 8, 2025).
  3. ↑ U.S. Government Publishing Office. "Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009". U.S. Government Publishing Office, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PLAW-111publ11/pdf/PLAW-111publ11.pdf (accessed February 8, 2025).
  4. ↑ Posts found on X discussing the CFLRP's partnerships in forest management.
  5. ↑ Federal Register. "Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Advisory Committee". Federal Register, https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/02/02/2022-02234/collaborative-forest-landscape-restoration-advisory-committee (accessed February 8, 2025).
  6. ↑ USDA Forest Service. "CFLRP Advisory Committee". USDA Forest Service, https://www.fs.usda.gov/restoration/CFLRP/advisory-panel.shtml (accessed February 8, 2025).
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