Ours has been an active organization since 2007 when the dormant group was revived by Norm Brown, a city arborist. It was his vision and enthusiasm that created the dynamic team that is today known as the Richmond Tree Stewards. Like a sapling, the Tree Stewards were given constant attention by Norm, nourishment in the form of training, classes and on-going education, and support through his liaison and representation of the Stewards to the City. Word-of-mouth communication among citizens who care about the City and specifically the urban forest, brought more interested people to learn and grow and share and make a difference. Interest is what got us here, but it was Norm’s passion that made us all want to be here, and want to stay. Because of Norm, Richmond is a better place, and the Tree Stewards that he envisioned have become a critical part of the care of the City’s living environment. Thanks Norm!
Norm planting another tree.
The group is led by an Executive Committee and the Tree Steward Advisory Panel who work closely with the City of Richmond Urban Forestry Division to plan projects, events and classes consistent with the mission to care for the urban forest and provide education.
Executive Committee
- Louise Seals President
- Jan Thomas Vice President
- Cindi Mashburn Secretary
- Joe Terry Treasurer
- Michael Mather Liaison, Urban Forestry Division, City of Richmond
Committee Chairs
- Louise Seals Projects
- Judi Ellis Arbor Day
- Jolee Kenny Hospitality
- Kitty Hardt Hospitality
- Janine Lester Education
- Suzette Lyon Communications
- Dan Ingold Membership
- Krissi Vandenberg Membership
Members at large
- Lisa Ferrell
- Heather Holub
- Sandy Fry
- Susan Taylor
- Steve Otto
