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Neighborhood Leadership GatheringFebruary 26, 2019
Talking About Trees
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• https://youtu.be/MO8fhKLN0W4Page 2
Welcome Video
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Jennifer Ewing, Environmental Stewardship Program Manager
Tree Canopy Trends
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Trees in Bellevue
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• Neighborhood Character
• Clean air
• Stormwater management
• Health and wellbeing
• Absorb greenhouse gas emissions
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Benefits of Trees
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• Council priority: Review and analyze additional steps that the City may take to achieve environmental goals (e.g., tree canopy)
• 40% tree canopy goal that reflects our “City in a Park” character
• Maintain an action plan for meeting the target
• Manage Bellevue’s forest resources, to ensure their long-term vitality
Tree Canopy Policies and Goals
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Background - Tree Canopy Trends
45%
40% 37%
Goal 40%
19991986 2007
37%
2017
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Citywide Tree Canopy
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• Majority of the city’s tree canopy is in suburban residential areas (65%)
• Bellevue parks and public open spaces are heavily forested, but only account for 20% of all trees
• Need 670 Acres of Canopy to reach 40% goal
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Key Findings
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Tree Canopy by Neighborhood Urban Tree
Canopy
Acres %
BelRed 148 15%Bridle Trails 977 48%Cougar Mountain/ Lakemont
1,155 49%
Crossroads 225 28%Downtown 45 10%Eastgate 586 33%Factoria 83 21%Lake Hills 689 31%Newport 720 42%Northeast Bellevue 427 30%Northwest Bellevue 438 33%Somerset 584 45%West Bellevue 621 37%West Lake Sammamish 472 40%Wilburton 416 38%Woodridge 289 40%Total 7,875 37%
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51%48% 48% 47%
41%38% 37%
29% 28% 28%
Tree Canopy
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Comparison with Other Cities
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• ESI Strategic Plan Update
• Tree Tours
• Tree Ambassador Program
• Parks Volunteer programs
• Great Neighborhoods
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How to Get Involved
www.Bellevuewa.gov/trees
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Matthews Jackson, Neighborhood Development Planning Manager
Trees and Development
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One-stop permit shopping for land and building development
• Plan review
• Inspections
• Code compliance
• Public assistance
Our services are intended to ensure that projects are safe and aligned with federal, state, and city codes
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Development Services
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Land Use Code is established by the City Council
• Policy direction from the Comprehensive Plan
• Codes are intended to be fair and balanced
• Regulations are intended to allow some flexibility
• Alternative Tree Retention and Replacement
• Alternative Landscape Option
• Land Use and Clearing and Grading reviewers approve
• Licensed Consulting Arborist on Land Use Staff
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Regulatory Background
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Tree Retention Regulations
• Short Plats and Plats
• New single family structure
• Major expansions of homes
• Stand alone tree removal
• Bridle Trails R-1 zone
• Critical areas
• Commercial and Multifamily
• Public input
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• Planting Templates
• Critical Areas Handbook
• Advice on appropriate pruning
• Advice on hiring an arborist
• Permit Center staff and resources
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Other Services and Tools
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Geoff Bradley, Natural Resource Manager
Caring for Trees in Our Parks
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2,700 acres of land13% of land baseExisting canopy > 65%9,454 trees planted (2018)14,409 shrubs planted (2018)Restored 13+ acres (2018)
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Parks & Community Services
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Natural Resource Division An Ecosystem Approach
Integrated ProgramMultiple Use Philosophy to Maximize Public Benefits 1,951 Acres of Natural AreasOver 280,000 Trees165 Acres of Streetscapes90+ Miles of Trails3 Environmental Education Centers
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Natural Resource Division
Multiple Use Goals
Ensure Public SafetyImprove Forest Health Enhance Fish and Wildlife Habitat Protect Water QualityBuffer Land UsesProvide Opportunities for RecreationCreate Opportunities for Environmental Education and Community Involvement
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Natural Resource Division
Program Areas
Forest Management
Street Trees and Arterial Landscapes
Greenways and Trails
Environmental Education &
Community Involvement
Water Conservation and Irrigation
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Forest Management
Ecosystem Sustainability
Improve Forest HealthAccelerate Forest SuccessionProvide Ecological Connectivity Ensure Future Canopy Goal = 7 acres/year
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Forest Succession
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Diversity => Healthy
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Street Trees and Arterial Landscapes
Right Tree – Right Place
Neighborhood Identity
Sense of Place
Reduce Traffic Speeds
Safe Pedestrian Environment
Environmental Benefits
10,000+ Street Trees
165 acres of Streetscapes
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Environmental Education &Community Involvement
Everything is Connected
How You Can Help?Practice Stewardship at Home
Take a Class
Participate in Stewardship Saturdays/Eco Fridays Events
Become a Park Steward or Master Naturalist
Celebrate Arborday with Us
Join One of our Partners
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Bellevue Botanical Garden
A Place of Beauty and Learning
53 Acres of Gardens, Woodlands and Wetlands
Curated Plant Collections
Docent-led Tours
Classes, Workshops and Lectures
Volunteer Program
Community Events
Join One of Our 10 Partner Organizations
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Q&A
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• How can we preserve and grow our tree canopy?
• What can the City, along with residents, businesses, and other partners do to help achieve the 40% tree canopy goal?
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Discussion
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Closing Remarks
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Resources and Opportunities for Engagement
Events
• Tree ToursSaturday 3/2 Weowna Park, 11:00Saturday 3/16 Ardmore Park, 11:00
• Tree Ambassador WorkshopSaturday 3/30, sign-up in advance
• Arbor Day / Earth Day EventSaturday 4/20, Lewis Creek Park
• ESI Strategic Plan Engagement EventsDates TBA
Resources
• Environmental Stewardship Initiative Strategic Plan Updatewww.bellevuewa.gov/environment
• Tree resourceswww.bellevuewa.gov/trees
• Great Neighborhoods www.Engagingbellevue.com
• Volunteeringhttps://bellevuewa.gov/volunteering
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Raffle
Bellevue Botanical Garden Family Membership
NY Times Bestseller, The Hidden Life of Trees
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Thank You!