Urban Forestry Master Plan

The City of Chesapeake, located in southeastern Virginia and part of the Hampton Roads region, is a diverse municipality formed through the consolidation of the City of South Norfolk and Norfolk County in 1963. It spans 353 square miles and features a mix of urban, suburban, and rural landscapes, including significant parkland and environmental resources such as portions of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. With a population exceeding 250,000, Chesapeake is the second-most populous independent city in Virginia and has maintained a Tree City USA designation for nearly four decades, reflecting its commitment to urban forestry and environmental stewardship. The city’s Parks, Recreation, and Tourism department has issued a solicitation for an Urban Forestry Master Plan, aiming to guide the management and development of its substantial tree canopy and green spaces. The solicitation, identified by number 26-176-4342-1 and posted in May 2026, invites responses by mid-June 2026. Key contacts for the project include the Park and Facility Planning Administrator and the Procurement Specialist, ensuring a coordinated approach to the procurement process. This initiative underlines Chesapeake’s ongoing dedication to enhancing its urban forest, balancing growth and sustainability across its varied environments.