Updates

September 15, 2021

Phase 1 – Public Engagement

Public engagement for the Parksville Urban Forest Strategy is currently underway. Engagement objectives for this project are to:

• Inform the public about:
  1. The status of the urban forest
  2. The role of the urban forest in the community, including the unique economic, environmental, and social value of Parksville’s urban forest
  3. How the City balances tree protection, removal, and replacement
  4. The challenges for urban forest management, particularly due to pressure from development and climate change
• Involve the community in developing a long-term vision for the urban forest, capturing the community’s perspective on the City’s urban forest identity, culture, and aspirations
• Consult with the community to identify opportunities to preserve and protect, grow, and enhance the urban forest
• Build community awareness, support, and advocacy for the urban forest and Urban Forest Strategy

We want to hear from you!

Visit the tabs above to:

• Take the online survey
• Share your ideas
• Share urban forest locations of value and locations needing improvement

Public engagement for phase 1 will be available until October 22, 2021