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Urban & Community Forestry

The New Jersey Urban & Community Forestry Program (NJUCF) is where biotic and abiotic resources connect to increase the function of our urban, human-occupied ecosystems.

Authorized by the New Jersey Shade Tree and Community Forestry Assistance Act (N.J.S.A. 13: 1L-17.1 et. seq.), this unique program works to encourage, promote, and support the local stewardship and effective management of trees and forest ecosystems in New Jersey’s communities through technical assistance and financial assistance.

The program continues to seek cutting edge opportunities and innovative initiatives to assist local governments statewide in their efforts to establish and grow local, self-sustaining urban and community forestry programs. The program is continually forging new and exciting partnerships in order to strengthen local programs and their ability to manage and conserve trees and forests for the benefits they provide now and for future generations.

Urban & Community Forestry Program Guidelines

Community Forest Management Plan Guidelines Guidance

Community Forest Management Plan Guidelines Checklist

Community Forest Management Plan FAQ

Example CFMP-Service Township

New Jersey Urban & Community Forestry Brochure

Follow New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry on Facebook

New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry: 2024 By-The-Numbers

New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry: 2022 By-The-Numbers

For general inquiries regarding the NJ Urban and Community Forestry Program, communityforestry@deptest.nj.gov

New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry Accreditation

Municipal and county governments can become accredited with the New Jersey Urban & Community Forestry program by developing and implementing a New Jersey Forest Service approved management plan for trees and forests, training and education, and annual reporting. Towns which are accredited with the New Jersey Urban & Community Forestry program have access to grants for development and implementation of their Community Forestry Management Plans and a basis for liability protection associated with local urban forestry programs.

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1. Stewardship Plan for Urban Trees and Forests

A plan must be prepared according to NJUCF guidelines and approved by the State Forester.

1. Training and Education

At least two representatives (one municipal employee and one local volunteer), active in the local Urban and Community Forestry Program and the care of its tree and forest resources must complete Core Training.

1. Annual Accomplishment Report

An annual report using the most recent NJUCF forms and format must be submitted annually by February 15.

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1. 1. Stewardship Plan for Urban Trees and Forests
An approved plan must be in place; and expired plan will not count toward accreditation.
1. Training and Education

a. Core training requirements must be maintained. If a core trained representative is no longer active in the local urban and community forestry program another representative must attend core training to fill the vacancy.

b. Eight (8) or more continuing education units (CEUs) must be earned by at least two (2) individuals annually. A person does not need to be core trained to earn CEUs for your community.

1. Annual Accomplishment Report

An annual report using the most recent NJUCF forms and format must be submitted annually by February 15.

- 2025 Annual Accomplishment Report Form
- CEU & Core Training Opportunities

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To access your municipality’s current or previous year’s Accreditation Status, please click on the link below:

Accreditation Status

For questions about NJUCF Accreditation, Core Training, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), and annual reporting, Communityforestry@deptest.nj.gov

New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry Resources

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UFT – Advanced Tree Biology

How Trees Grow

Glossary of Tree Terms

Creating Flood Resilient Landscapes

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USFS Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA)

USFS Urban FIA

Urban Tree Monitoring: A Field Guide

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Tree Owner’s Manual

NJ Tree Foundation

NJ Forest Service Nursery

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NJAES Invasive Plants and Native Alternatives

How to Prune Trees

Urban Tree Risk Management

Urban Wood Toolkit

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Vibrant Cities Lab

Arbor Day Foundation, Tree City USA Bulletins

Environmental Justice Action Plans: Guidance for Municipalities

National Recreation and Parks Association Community Engagement Resource Guide

Capacity Building Through Effective Meaningful Engagement

Tree Equity Score

New Jersey Overburdened Communities

EJ Screen

NJ Forest Adapt

CEJST Mapping Tool

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Urban & Community Forestry Program press releases are found on the main New Jersey Forest Service homepage.

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