Community Forest
Advisory Committee

about us

our vision

A healthy, safe and enduring Los Angeles community forest ecosystem for the enjoyment and well being of all.

how is CFAC formed?

• An appointed committee that works with the City to promote and improve the urban forest
• Made up of community representatives from each Council District and City Departments' employees
• Community representatives are nominated by City Council members and appointed by Mayor
• City representatives include staff from Urban Forestry Division, Environmental Affairs Department, Department of Water and Power, and Recreation and Parks.

what do we do?

• Advises City Council on tree issues
• Develops policies to expand and improve Los Angeles's urban forest
• Works with City Departments on procedures regarding planting, maintaining and replacing trees
• Helps community members work with the City on tree issues
• Works with non-profit and volunteer groups that also work to improve the urban forest and the ecology of Los Angeles
• Meets monthly
• Participates in Mayor A. Villaraigosa's Million Tree Initiative