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D7. Are the impacted <br />residents already <br />aware of the <br />potential positive and <br />negative impacts of <br />your project and the <br />steps you are <br />taking? If not, please <br />describe your plan to <br />engage with them <br />and how you will act <br />based on their input. <br />(200 word limit) <br />Some residents are already aware of the potential benefits and <br />considerations of our planting projects through past participation in Trees <br />for the Triangle programs and community events. However, for new <br />neighborhoods identified through our heat island and tree equity mapping, <br />we will implement a proactive engagement plan before planting begins. <br />Our approach includes: <br />-Direct outreach via door-to-door visits, flyers, and emails to explain both <br />the benefits (shade, cooling, flood mitigation, air quality improvement) and <br />potential responsibilities (watering, seasonal care). <br />-Community meetings and site visits to discuss species options, placement <br />preferences, and any concerns about maintenance, safety, or <br />infrastructure. <br />-Transparent communication on our Pay-W hat-You-Can model and <br />voluntary participation to ensure no financial or social pressure to join. <br />-Feedback integration, where resident input on tree type, location, and <br />timing directly shapes the planting plan. <br />By creating space for dialogue and incorporating local knowledge, we <br />ensure residents feel informed, respected, and confident about the project. <br />This process builds trust, reduces potential conflicts, and ensures the <br />environmental and social benefits are tailored to community priorities. <br />D8. During and after <br />the project, what will <br />your continued <br />engagement with the <br />impacted community <br />be? (200 word limit) <br />Our commitment to impacted communities extends well beyond the initial <br />planting. During the project, we will maintain regular contact with <br />participating households to provide guidance on tree selection and <br />placement then watering, mulching, and seasonal care. This includes <br />optional phone access to TftT staff to troubleshoot issues. TftT has a <br />policy to replace any dead tree in perpetuity. <br />W e will also invite residents to community tree care workshops that cover <br />pruning basics, storm preparation, and the broader benefits of a healthy <br />canopy. These workshops will be hosted in or near participating <br />neighborhoods to ensure accessibility. <br />After the project, we will continue engagement through: <br />-A volunteer network to provide peer-to-peer support. <br />-Inclusion in our newsletter and event invitations to foster connection with <br />the wider Trees for the Triangle community. This community serves as a <br />resource for tree care along with fostering a greater sense of stewardship <br />over our natural resources. <br />By maintaining consistent relationships, we ensure that trees thrive, <br />residents feel supported, and the project’s environmental and social <br />benefits grow over time. Our goal is to transform each planting into a long- <br />term partnership that empowers communities to take pride in and advocate <br />for their expanding tree canopy. <br />Docusign Envelope ID: CB1A7685-96B7-4FBD-80E0-8CF756D5E579