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Council accepts urban forest master plan after public endorsement from Green Worcester and botanic garden
Summary
City Council moved to accept the Urban Forest Master Plan after multiple public speakers, conservation groups and the New England Botanic Garden urged adoption to address heat risk and canopy equity.
The City Council accepted the Urban Forest Master Plan after public testimony from residents and local organizations that urged the council to adopt the plan and secure funding to expand and equitably distribute Worcester’s tree canopy.
Paul Popanchuk, who identified himself as a Worcester resident speaking on agenda item 19, told the council the plan "will serve as a road map to proactively manage and grow the city's urban canopy." He also noted that the plan was endorsed…
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