This month we welcome Phil Bennett. A Board Certified Master Arborist and Certified Urban Forest Professional, and a past-President of the Pacific Northwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture, currently serving as the deputy director of Parks & Public Works for the City of Snoqualmie, and on the core leadership team of the Green Communities Leadership Institute.  Phil has extensive experience with landscape tree planting and care and native forest restoration in the upper Snoqualmie Valley.  This presentation will focus on proven small tree varieties for planting in the Snoqualmie Valley, with a focus on varieties resilient to changing climate.  The presentation will also cover an update on the health of our native tree species, including information on emergent diseases, best-practices for tree planting, and tips for maintaining tree & landscape health.