Allocated funds will be disbursed by CDF's Urban Forestry Program in the form of matching grants. It is advisable that CDF consult with such organizations as the California Urban Forestry Advisory Council who will survey its constituent regional caucuses as to local needs and requirements. Technical assistance, and development of GIS systems etc. An important component of the Initiative will be grants to help support and establish community and neighborhood groups whose presence in towns and cities not only sustains the health of the trees that they help plant. These grass-roots groups also help raise awareness of voluntarism as well as the political profile of the local urban forest increasing chances that city or county funds will be allocated for its growth and upkeep.
Cities typically provide the match for new trees in terms of maintenance and planting costs.
In this case, easements may be signed to allow the city to harvest the tree for its wood fiber using locally established saw mills and woodworking facilities which could be funded through Recycling Market Development Zone Loan Programs.