Urban Forestry Planning Seminar Series
May 27, 2009
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Student Lounge, Vanderlyn Hall, SUNY Ulster, Stone Ridge, NY
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call (845)340-3340
Region 3 ReLeaf and the Ulster County Planning Board are sponsoring a free seminar on Wednesday, May 27th from 7:00 to 9:30 PM in the Student Lounge at SUNY Ulster in Stone Ridge. Two speakers will present on the topics below. Please join us for a lively and informative discussion.If you have any specific questions on the seminar topics that you wish to see addressed you can email us at planning@co.ulster.ny.us or drop us a line at the address below.
Making Trees Part of the Plan
Protection of trees during construction will be discussed. Dave will share his first-hand knowledge of how to protect trees throughout construction and insights into helping to ensure their long-term survival. He will also provide the arborist's perspective into the specific site needs of various tree species.
Presenter: Dave Zeitlin - Director, Tree Preservation & Land Restoration DivisionThe Care of Trees, Dulles, VA
Water Management and Trees
The importance of trees and forests in protecting water resources will be discussed. Attendees will be introduced to planning techniques and stormwater management practices that demonstrate how urban landscapes can be healthier, better functioning and more attractive resources for our communities.
Presenter: Jason Grabosky, Ph.D. - Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Ecology, Evolution & Natural Resources, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
Local Planning/Zoning Board Members - Check with your local governing body to see if this seminar qualifies toward required annual training credits.
Ulster County Planning Board
244 Fair St. Box 1800 Kingston, NY 12402
telephone: 340-3340 fax: 340-3429
email: planning@co.ulster.ny.us
