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Green Infrastructure Center presents community forest plan; Hopewell canopy at 45%
Summary
The Green Infrastructure Center presented a community forest revitalization plan to Hopewell City Council, reporting a current tree canopy of 45%, analyses linking canopy to surface heat and stormwater retention, and proposing a 10-year goal to maintain canopy while improving equity and stewardship.
Representatives from the Green Infrastructure Center presented the City of Hopewell’s community forest revitalization program during the council meeting. The center reported a citywide tree canopy cover of 45% and shared analysis showing that areas with lower canopy have higher surface temperatures and that existing trees provide measurable stormwater retention.
The consultants summarized outreach and data work completed since the program began in June 2024. Their analysis estimated that Hopewell’s trees…
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