[CANUFNET] Agreements for tree planting on private property

Tue Mar 4 14:06:23 EST 2014

Hello to all , 

We are working to integrate urban forestry with our value-added
wood/bioenergy project using the principles of Industrial Ecology ( and so
that one supports the other ). A new model that also derives value/energy
from the wood "waste" streams . 

I envision growing high value species , then  grooming trees for added value
at maturity in cooperation/collaboration with the local processors . (custom
growing for specific end use in a closed loop). ( we had one 40 year old
sequoia here that generated $40,000 worth of 4 inch thick table slabs
...plus side lumber, tons of biomass, and lots of man hours ) 

The difference with our model , is that the facility and processing would
use renewable energy and CO2 capture for growing , that translates into cost
saving while going "green". ( see weblink below, synopsis attached)  

Anyone out there with examples of similar concepts ?

We welcome any feedback and suggestions. 

Regards ,   

Pat Lintaman

Pat Lintaman Design Ltd.

(250) 478-0795

(250) 478-4453 fax

pat at topnotchlog.com

www.shawniganecoindustrialpark.com

From: CANUFNET [mailto:canufnet-bounces at list.web.net] On Behalf Of Ian
Wilson
Sent: March-03-14 2:07 PM
To: Canadian Urban Forest Network
Cc: Blair Stewart
Subject: Re: [CANUFNET] Agreements for tree planting on private property

About 5 years ago in Kelowna we came up with a program called
"Neighbourwoods" that helps provide subsidized trees for private properties.
We borrowed the original idea from John Giedraitis in Texas, except that in
the Texas program they would get city crews to plant the trees, in our case
the property owner pays a small amount for a subsidized tree and plants it
themselves (we give them instructions).  They are responsible for all
maintenance.  We charge a small fee for the trees to help offset costs but
also so that the owners have some investment in keeping their trees alive
and healthy.

The premise of our program is that in order to make a significant difference
in influencing tree canopy in the city, we really have to increase tree
cover on private properties.  And private owners also help share the load of
maintenance responsibilities.

The program has been very successful and sells out of trees every time
(usually around 400 or more trees per event).  It has been held most years
(pending funding) in either spring or fall.   We advertise the event and
folks sign up on-line.  They have to be a resident of Kelowna and are
limited to 1 tree per property (although we've entertained the idea of more
trees in future).  People sign up for their preferred tree and are given a
choice of 4-5 species that do well in our climate.

We then go out and get a good deal from local nurseries to buy these trees
at wholesale prices.   We charge the public about $30 per tree which can
cover most of the cost of the tree (these are usually 15 gallon trees but
are generally pretty large).  We hold a one day event on a Saturday where
folks come and pick up their trees and get instructions on planting and tree
care.  At our next event we're going to be working with a  local Rotary club
to help provide volunteer labour and keep costs down.

Ian Wilson 

City of Kelowna

From: CANUFNET [mailto:canufnet-bounces at list.web.net] On Behalf Of Trevor
Thistle
Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 12:43 PM
To: Canadian Urban Forest Network
Cc: Kelly Calvez
Subject: Re: [CANUFNET] Agreements for tree planting on private property

Hi Shelley, 

I'm so happy to read your email. The City of Edmonton recently did a project
like this where private property lines extended to close to the sidewalks to
allow planting. We had to seek permission from adjacent property owners to
plant on their property. Kelly Calvez was the project manager. 

Kelly, If you have time could you provide some information to Shelley on the
details of the planting agreements for the 99 street project?

Thanks, 

Trevor Thistle B.Sc. (Forestry)

Urban Forester & ISA Certified Municipal Arborist

The City of Edmonton, 

Forestry, Beautification, and Environmental Management

Ph: (780) 944-7833

Fax: (780) 496-4978

Cell: (780) 913-5893

On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 1:59 PM, Shelley Vescio <SVescio at thunderbay.ca>
wrote:

Hi Everyone,

We recently had Urban Design Guidelines developed for our City with detailed
streetscape designs for a few of our main arterials.  The consultant
recommended planting trees on private property on stretches where City
property was not available.  Have other cities utilized private property for
planting and, if so, what types of agreements have you entered into with the
landowners?  Thanks very much.

Shelley

Shelley Vescio M.Sc.F.  RPF

City Forester

City of Thunder Bay Parks Division

111 Syndicate Ave. South

Thunder Bay, ON

P7E 6S4

work (807) 625-2473 <tel:%28807%29%20625-2473> 

fax (807) 625-3258 <tel:%28807%29%20625-3258> 

www.thunderbay.ca/urbanforestry

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