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State of the Urban Forest

  • University of Washington Tacoma Inside the Joy 215 room (map)

Join us for a special in-person conversation focused on tree canopy and climate connections in Tacoma.

  • Kristi Lynett, City of Tacoma Sustainability Officer for the City of Tacoma, will discuss the impact that climate change is having in our community and the role of trees in making us more resilient.

  • Mike Carey, Urban Forest Program Manager for the City of Tacoma, will share about recent progress on tree policy and programs at the city level.

  • Lowell Wyse, Executive Director of Tacoma Tree Foundation (TTF), will talk about the many ways that TTF is working to educate the public about urban forestry and create "tree equity" across the South Sound.

This panel will be held at the University of Washington Tacoma and moderated by Pierce County Council Member Ryan Mello. Suggested donations of $15 or more will support Tacoma Tree Foundation programs. 

Date: May 25

Time: 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Location: University of Washington Tacoma in Joy 215 Room
Click here for a map of where to find the room: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/campus-map/joy

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