Applications are due June 1, 2001. All work must be completed by September 30, 2002. As existing forestland within metropolitan areas grows smaller, more fragmented and parcelized, the land area of urban forest is expanding. The urban forest may be the only kind of forest metropolitan area residents may experience. These forests have distinct characteristics, challenges and opportunities for management.
Many cities are unable to make significant investments in their urban forest resources.
All matching funds must be specifically related to the proposed project. Project partners must provide signed letters of support or commitment. Multi-jurisdiction proposals are encouraged, however, such applications are considered to be one proposal and must be submitted by a single lead agency or organization. Partner jurisdictions may also submit separate independent applications.