Forestry and Natural Resources Commission (FNRC)- Citizens appointed to provide advice to Board on these subjects. Two minutes each for public comments at the beginning of each meeting. You must sign up by noon that day to speak.

Agenda and links to meeting will be published at https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Commissions-and-Advisory-Groups/Forestry-and-Natural-Resources-Commission

Opportunities to comment on the new tree canopy study showing only 33% coverage overall compared to the 41% claimed by the County. This study shows that trees are an important part of the plan to mitigate Climate Change and implement the Forestry and Natural Resources Plan (FNRP). The County must act on the priorities identified to slow the loss of tree canopy. Also, during public comment, you can weigh in on the new Expanded Housing zoning and lot coverage ordinances that reduce tree canopy that leave less space reserved for potential tree planting, increases stormwater runoff and much more.