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News from Urban Forestry — All Trees, No Pulp • February 12, 2026

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“Parks are more than just fun and games. Parks build community. They connect people to people, people to neighborhoods, and people to land.” 

 — Charles Jordan, Former City of Portland Commissioner and Parks Director

Urban Forestry's 2025 Planting Report is Now Available 

The 2025 Annual Tree Planting Report is now available! The report shares maps and data on the City’s tree planting efforts. Urban Forestry not only plants trees but also provides ongoing care for trees to increase their chances of long-term survival. 

Here's a snapshot of the data:

• Nearly 12,000 trees planted by Urban Forestry, other City programs, and their partners in fiscal year 2025 (July 2024-June 2025).
• 94% of parks and school plantings are alive after one year.
• Over 80% of Yard Tree Giveaway trees are alive after five years.
• 94% of Free Street Tree plantings are alive after five years.

Celebrating Charles Jordan for Black History Month 

Courtesy City of Portland, A2001-081

Black History Month is a time to remember and celebrate the many contributions of African Americans to the history and culture of our country. This year, Urban Forestry is highlighting former City Commissioner and Parks Director Charles Jordan, for his incredible impact on Portland’s history.

Upcoming Events

Plant Trees with Students at Alderwood Court Monday, February 23, 10am to 12pm Alderwood Court (17225 SE Alder Street Portland, OR 97233) Urban Forestry's Learning Landscapes program will be planting trees at schools and other community organizations on weekdays between February and March. This season, we are planting trees at five different locations with students, and we could use your help! We need adult volunteers to help lead groups of students in tree planting. No experience necessary.

Other News

Urban Forestry is Hiring Two Tree Inspectors

Urban Forestry is currently recruiting for two Street Tree Maintenance Program Tree Inspectors, funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund (PCEF). This program will inspect and maintain approximately 330,000 street trees, improving tree health, public safety, and neighborhood livability while reducing the financial burden on adjacent property owners. Salary: $40.91 - $52.21, hourly. Applications close February 17. 

Portland Parks Foundation Revives North Portland Fund Community Grant Program

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) and Portland Parks Foundation (PPF) are partnering to re-launch the North Portland Fund (NPF) Community Grants Program. This program offers grants ranging in size from $3,000 to $10,000. The first grant cycle opens March 1. 

As this program returns, PPF is seeking seven individuals from the North Portland priority neighborhoods to join the Grants Selection Committee. Applications are open until March 6. 

PPF and PP&R will co-host two virtual community meetings for those interested in learning more about the NPF Community Grant Program on Wednesday, February 25, at 6pm and Thursday, February 26, at 12pm.

Give Your Feedback on the George Park Project

The George Park Project is in the final phase of community input. The project aims to redesign George Park to be a safe and welcoming neighborhood space. Community members are invited to review the refined designs and help inform final decisions before construction documents are finalized.

There are several ways to learn about the project and share feedback during this final design check-in.

• Watch Project Update
• Take Survey
• View Design Boards (English PDF)
• View Design Boards (Spanish PDF)

The survey closes at 9am Monday, March 2.

Save the Date for Tree Summit 2026. 

Urban Forestry's annual community event celebrating trees, Tree Summit, will be Saturday, April 11, at Mt. Scott Community Center. Stay tuned to Tree Bark for more details.

Urban Forestry | (503) 823-8733 | Trees@PortlandOregon.gov