Residents Needed for City of Tampa's Tree Preservation Committee

The City of Tampa is seeking to fill eleven positions on the newly formed Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC), representing a variety of roles, including engineer, builder, certified arborist and more. The committee stems from the City of Tampa’s Urban Forest Management Plan, which optimizes and protects the benefits of our urban forest. Members of the committee, who must be City of Tampa Residents, will provide periodic guidance and input through the Plan’s process.

Requirements:

• Must be a City of Tampa Resident
• Must meet the minimum qualifications of the designated role
• Embody the values of the community with respect to natural resources conservation and protection
• Represent the interests of all stakeholders in an objective manner
• Have no conflicts that would interfere with participating on the Committee

The membership of the committee will consist of 11 individuals, representing the roles listed below.
 

The NRAC will have a minimum of two meetings annually. Meeting frequency and schedule will be determined based on the update to the plan and the need for continued guidance from the NRAC throughout the subsequent implementation and monitoring period. Additional meetings may be scheduled based on need and available resources.

If you are interested in applying for one of these available positions, please click the link below to access the City’s application portal. The application period will remain open through the end of November 2024, with appointments being made by the end of 2024. 

To Apply Click Here and choose Initial and Reappointment Online Form.