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<p class="MsoNormal">Hello MCC potential partners! <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We are launching a new program component, Community Tree Stewards!
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#141414;background:white">Maine federal, municipal, state, or non-profit organizations are invited to apply to host a Community Tree Steward. This project is funded by the US Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry
Program. Individuals will be recruited by MCC and selected by the Host Site to accomplish forestry projects in underserved communities. Host Sites will identify projects based on local needs. All projects must include community volunteer initiatives. Host
Sites are expected to foster and support the professional development of the stewards on their career paths in the forestry sector.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#141414;background:white"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:#141414;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">To apply, be sure to check out our
<a href="https://www.maine.gov/DACF/parks/get_involved/conservation_corps/partner/index.shtml">
website</a>, where you will find more details about the opportunity, the Host Site Application, and importantly, Host Site Application Instructions!</span><span style="color:#141414;background:white">
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#141414;background:white"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color:#141414;background:white">These projects must take place in disadvantaged communities.</span></b><span style="color:#141414;background:white"> This tool can help you identify if your community qualifies:
</span><a name="_Hlk147125242"></a><a href="https://screeningtool.geoplatform.gov/en/#3/33.47/-97.5"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk147125242"><b>Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool</b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk147125242"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk147125242"></span><b>
<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>They must also focus on forestry projects, </b>here are a list of potential project focus areas:
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#141414;background:white"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Complete a Street Tree Inventory<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Develop a strategic plan for a Community Forest program<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Develop or revise a forest management plan (under the supervision of a licensed forester)<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Develop and/or implement a forest pest response plan<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Plant, replace, or maintain trees in the community<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Low-impact development and green infrastructure planting<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Establish community tree nurseries<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2"><span style="color:black">Urban wood utilization
</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:black;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
Create u<span style="color:windowtext">rban food forest</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">Extreme heat mitigation through strategic tree planting<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="color:#141414;margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2">
<span style="color:windowtext">Urban forestry workforce development</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#141414">Additional information for prospective partners:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#141414"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Community Tree Stewards will serve in 1700-hour terms (45 weeks) from mid-January to mid-November, in a full-time capacity (40 hours per week).<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Host Site Applications are reviewed prior to the Community Tree Stewards' start date. After sites are notified of acceptance, MCC will recruit candidates and screen applications for basic eligibility.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Applications are then forwarded to Host Sites. Host Sites will conduct interviews, make their final selection, and offer positions to applicants.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Each member will receive at least three days of orientation with MCC at the beginning of their term. Orientation includes topics such as volunteer recruitment and management, representing MCC and Host Sites, tool use and safety,
invasive plants, and job readiness skills. Community Tree Stewards will engage in other MCC-administered training during their term, such as Chainsaw Operation, Wilderness First Aid, MCC service events, and volunteer conferences. A schedule of required training
and events will be provided to Host Sites.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">Sites are expected to administer site-specific training as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:12.0pt">MCC provides a weekly stipend and other benefits to members (such as health insurance, workers compensation, job readiness training, etc.).<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Host Sites that provide housing or a housing stipend to members are highly desired.<o:p></o:p></span></b></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#141414">The Host Site is responsible for:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:#141414"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Identifying a Host Site Supervisor to attend training prior to the member's start date<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Adhering to the recruitment schedule and conducting interviews<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Providing ongoing supervision to the Community Tree Steward
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Providing an office space and computer access<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Providing transportation to the member for service project purposes.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Providing any tools, supplies, or materials needed to accomplish projects.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Promoting the member in the local community- through publications, public announcements, or any other visible avenues available.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#141414;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Supporting the initiatives of MCC (completing required reports, allowing members to attend Corps wide events and training opportunities, etc.)
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<p class="MsoNormal">Please reach out if you have questions, would like a Teams meeting to discuss your ideas, or otherwise need assistance.
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