Planning and Management Resources

Research and Refereed Journal Articles

• A review of the strategies, successes, and experiences observed in a Sapium sebiferum (tallow tree) replacement campaign.
  Putz, F. E., M. Holdnak, and M. Niederhofer. 1999. Controlling invasive exotics: a tallow tree replacement program campaign in Florida. Journal of Arboriculture 25(2): 98–101. [PDF]
• Multi-layered vegetation, diversity of plant species, mulch, and native plants are key attributes for suitable urban wildlife habitats.
  Cerulean, S. 1987. “Urban Plantings for Wildlife.” In Proceedings of the Third National Urban Forestry Conference; 1987 December 7–11; Orlando, FL. Eds. A. F. Phillips and D. J. Gangloff, 244–246. Washington DC: American Forestry Association.
• Local projects lay the groundwork for incorporating education opportunities, communication skills, and scientific knowledge to protect the urban forests in Jacksonville.
  Ehlers, J. A. 1978. “Negotiating the Problems of Development in the Urban Forest.” In Proceedings of the National Urban Forestry Conference; 1978 November 13–16; Washington, DC. Ed. G. Hopkins, 119–126. Syracuse NY: State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry. 
• Acceptance by the local governing body and an understanding of the existing land base led to the creation of four ordinances to enhance the urban forest in Hollywood.
  Scott, L. 1978. “Planning and Managing the Urban Forest for Hollywood, Florida.” In Proceedings of the National Urban Forestry Conference; 1978 November 13–16; Washington, DC. Ed. G. Hopkins, 666–671. Syracuse NY: State University of New York, College of Environmental Science and Forestry. 
• Twenty-eight to thirty-three percent of suburban live oaks in Gainesville suffered from encroachment by other oaks, pine trees, and southern magnolia. Unless steps for removal are taken, within five to thirteen years, more than 50% of the live oaks will be covered by encroaching tree crowns.
  Templeton, M. and F. E. Putz. 2003. Crown encroachment on southern live oaks in suburban settings: tree status and homeowner concerns. Journal of Arboriculture 29(6): 337–340. [PDF]
• Uses Gainesville and Ocala as examples of how communities can use the benefits of urban forests to assess urban forestry efforts, policies, and economic development strategies.
  Gatrell, J. D. and R. R. Jensen. 2002. Growth through greening: developing and assessing alternative economic development programmes. Applied Geography 22: 331–350. [PDF]
• Resources focused outside of Florida

Cooperative Extension and Government Publications

• The difference in growth between trees and palms and steps homeowners can take to put less stress on the tree.
  Duryea, M. L. and M. M. Malavasi. 1995. How Trees Grow in the Urban Environment (Circular 1093). Gainesville FL: School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. [PDF]
• A brief overview of what an urban forest inventory is, the advantages of an inventory, and tips in getting started.
  Escobedo, F. and M. Andreu. 2008. A Community Guide to Urban Forest Inventories (FOR173). Gainesville FL: School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. [Link]
• A web site created to guide viewers through the process of tree selection. Includes a list of trees suitable for different regions in Florida, images, as well as cultural and maintenance information.
  Gilman, E. F. (no date). Florida Trees for Urban and Suburban Sites. Online program. Gainesville FL: Department of Environmental Horticulture, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida.
• Wildlife has a better chance of survival in landscapes with plant compositions similar to their native habitats. A variety of native trees and shrubs for providing adequate shelter and food are listed.
  Huegel, C. N. 2002. Native Plants that Attract Wildlife: Central Florida (SSWIS09). Gainesville FL: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. [PDF]
• Measurable goals and objectives combined with a site evaluation provide information to develop an appropriate wildlife management plan.
  Schaefer, J. M. 2000. Chapter 8: Enriching and Managing Urban Forests for Wildlife (Circular 1266). Gainesville FL: School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. [PDF]
• Solutions to some common wildlife problems and state laws related to proper control of wildlife are reviewed. Highlighted wildlife includes armadillos, snakes, bats, raccoons, and woodpeckers.
  Schaefer, J. 1990. Dealing with Unwanted Wildlife in an Urban Environment (WEC-20). Gainesville FL: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. [PDF]
• Resources focused outside of Florida

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Books, Dissertations, Reports, and Theses

• Overview of how to select a tree for the yard based on climate zone and salt tolerance. Images and descriptions of a variety of trees are included.
  Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 1979. Urban Trees for Florida. Tallahassee FL: Division of Forestry.
• An explanation of the purpose as well as the methods for creating the interactive multimedia CD-ROM “Southern Trees.” A complete reference guide and expert system to help select the right tree for the right place.
  Fowler, P. A. 1993. An Expert System for Tree Selection in Urban Forestry. ME thesis, University of Florida.
• Issues identified by local residents, business, and property owners include increased safety, enhanced aesthetics, and increased property value to improve the Park Street commercial zone. Suggested plans include the addition of street trees and landscaped medians.
  Green, T. 2004. Park Street Business District Plan. A Summary Report. Tampa FL: University of South Florida, Florida Center for Community Design and Research, School of Architecture and Community Design (accessed July 21, 2006).
• Steps involved in creating a comprehensive street tree program and a series of recommendations for involving the community in urban beautification.
  Lane L. Marshall and Associates. 1971. Comprehensive Street Tree Program and Tree Canopy Analysis for the City of Clearwater, Florida. Tallahassee FL: Florida Planning and Zoning Association.
• Provides an overview of environmental problems and ecological systems in Florida and basic principles of ecological modeling. Presents a systems approach to environmental and economic analysis of several Florida ecosystems including urban.
  Odum, H. T., E. C. Odum, and M. T. Brown. 1997. “Section 27. Urban Systems.” In: Environment and Society in
  Florida. Boca Raton FL: CRC. ISBN: 1574440802
• Resources focused outside of Florida

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Computer Programs

• i-Tree v2.0. 2007. Tools for assessing and mananging community forests. USDA Forest Sercice.

General Articles

• Community sponsors and the local parks division maintain the 500 trees planted each year in Gainesville’s urban forest.
  City of Gainesville. 2005. Tree-Mendous Gainesville: The City of Gainesville Tree Planting Program. Gainesville FL: City of Gainesville, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department. [PDF]
• Education, professionalism, citizen involvement, best practices, research, and sustainability are the goals for the Florida Urban Forestry Council’s strategic plan.
  Florida Urban Forestry Council. 2005a. Florida Urban Forestry Council 2005-2010 Strategic Plan (accessed September 3, 2006).
• Resources focused outside of Florida

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