A tale of urban forest patch governance in four eastern US cities

Morzillo, Anita T.; Campbell, Lindsay K.; King, Kristen L.; Lautar, Katherine J.; Scott, Lydia; Johnson, Michelle L.; Clarke, Mysha; Rhodes, Luke; Pincetl, Stéphanie; Sonti, Nancy F.; Locke, Dexter H.; Schmit, John Paul; Fahey, Robert T.; Baker, Matthew E.; Darling, Lindsay; Johnson, Lea R.

doi:10.1016/j.ufug.2022.127693

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“…Second, the development of a new capital city in Kalimantan also initiates the concept of a forest city, which requires the plans and readiness of the Indonesian government (Mutaqin et al, 2021). Third, the development of a forest city also requires social adaptation and governance (Avery & Moser, 2023;Lagbas, 2019;Morzillo et al, 2022). Fourth, developing a forest city is always associated with environmental problems and natural ecosystems around the development area (Lagbas, 2019;Xu et al, 2020).…”

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Developing a Forest City in a New Capital City: A Thematic Analysis of the Indonesian Government’s Plans

2023

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This study analyzes the Indonesian government's plans to develop a forest city in the new capital (IKN). This study uses a qualitative approach by examining several relevant official government documents. It is done by thematic analysis. The findings of this study indicate that the forest city development plan in IKN is based on the principles; of conservation of natural resources and wildlife habitats, connected with nature, low carbon development, development of water resources, controlled development, and community involvement. In addition, the government has also calculated the benefits gained from the development of the forest city economically, socially, and environmentally. However, the government cannot only calculate the benefits but also considers other negative aspects that could occur, such as forest ecosystem problems. Development that is not carried out carefully can cause environmental damage and threaten survival. This study encourages the government to act following an orientation towards quality and sustainable environmental management. This can only be done if the government implements strong and strict regulations. The government also needs to consider financial problems and socio-economic challenges. This is useful for ensuring sustainable development can run harmoniously between the government, the environment, and the social community.

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Developing a Forest City in a New Capital City: A Thematic Analysis of the Indonesian Government’s Plans

2023

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Encountering the Hidden Bounty of the Urban Forest: Community Foraging Practices and Policies in Canada

Sivarajah,

Halim,

Butt

et al. 2024

Urban Foraging in the Changing World

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Shaping Baltimore’s urban forests: past insights for present-day ecology

Sonti,

Baker,

Lagrosa

et al. 2024

Landsc Ecol

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Context Land use history of urban forests impacts present-day soil structure, vegetation, and ecosystem function, yet is rarely documented in a way accessible to planners and land managers. Objectives To (1) summarize historical land cover of present-day forest patches in Baltimore, MD, USA across land ownership categories and (2) determine whether social-ecological characteristics vary by historical land cover trajectory. Methods Using land cover classification derived from 1927 and 1953 aerial imagery, we summarized present-day forest cover by three land cover sequence classes: (1) Persistent forest that has remained forested since 1927, (2) Successional forest previously cleared for non-forest vegetation (including agriculture) that has since reforested, or (3) Converted forest that has regrown on previously developed areas. We then assessed present-day ownership and average canopy height of forest patches by land cover sequence class. Results More than half of Baltimore City’s forest has persisted since at least 1927, 72% since 1953. About 30% has succeeded from non-forest vegetation during the past century, while 15% has reverted from previous development. A large proportion of forest converted from previous development is currently privately owned, whereas persistent and successional forest are more likely municipally-owned. Successional forest occurred on larger average parcels with the fewest number of distinct property owners per patch. Average tree canopy height was significantly greater in patches of persistent forest (mean = 18.1 m) compared to canopy height in successional and converted forest patches (16.6 m and 16.9 m, respectively). Conclusions Historical context is often absent from urban landscape ecology but provides information that can inform management approaches and conservation priorities with limited resources for sustaining urban natural resources. Using historical landscape analysis, urban forest patches could be further prioritized for protection by their age class and associated ecosystem characteristics.

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A tale of urban forest patch governance in four eastern US cities

Cited by 8 publications

References 57 publications

Developing a Forest City in a New Capital City: A Thematic Analysis of the Indonesian Government’s Plans

Developing a Forest City in a New Capital City: A Thematic Analysis of the Indonesian Government’s Plans

Encountering the Hidden Bounty of the Urban Forest: Community Foraging Practices and Policies in Canada

Shaping Baltimore’s urban forests: past insights for present-day ecology

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