Inflation reduction act urban community forestry project

The City of Saint Paul was awarded a $2,000,000 Project Grant by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). The grant, with a performance period from July 16, 2024 to June 3, 2029, will support comprehensive urban forestry initiatives in the city, including planning, establishing, managing, and protecting trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources. The project aims to provide ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages to the urban community, with a particular emphasis on advancing environmental justice in underserved areas. The grant award will allow the City of Saint Paul to deliver a range of urban forestry services, such as tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase the city's tree canopy and improve environmental conditions.