Natural Areas Management Plan

To achieve the vision of a more ecologically resilient future, the City of Wilsonville has developed a comprehensive Natural Area Management Plan (NAMP) that will guide stewardship of the City’s natural areas. This project is now complete. The new NAMP was adopted by the City Council on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Natural areas are vital to both the health of surrounding landscapes and the well-being of communities. With help from local consultant, Ash Creek Forest Management, the City has identified existing conditions (such as the presence of non-native plants) and compiled the information into a plan that serves as a framework for future management goals and strategies. Ash Creek Forest Management specializes in natural area evaluation and vegetation management.

Project Goals:

• Create a general, over-arching framework for stewardship of the City’s natural areas
• Engage with the public to facilitate an inclusive and transparent planning process Develop and recommend strategies that are based on data, best management practices and integrated pest management (IPM)
• Promote long-term maintenance, enhancement, and community appreciation of the City’s natural areas
• Recommend opportunities for community engagement in management of the City’s natural areas

Public Input:

This project was informed by a public open house (4/23/25), a public survey, and a City Council work session.