NS.1.1.ACreate an inventory, planting, and management plan of all Town trees that prioritizes planting native species and increasing tree coverage in high-heat areas, such as North Plymouth and West Plymouth.

A resilient urban and community forest requires intentional management—knowing what trees exist, where canopy gaps are, and how to invest for long-term health. This action creates a full inventory and a planting/management plan for Town trees, prioritizing native species and targeted canopy expansion in high-heat areas such as North Plymouth and West Plymouth. A data-driven plan supports better maintenance scheduling, reduces long-term costs, and improves survival rates of new plantings. Success looks like a completed inventory, clear planting priorities, increased canopy where it’s needed most, and healthier, more climate-resilient tree populations over time.