The project resulted in the analysis of beliefs, values and knowledge of decision makers regarding the benefits/costs of urban forests; the identification of message points for use in communications directed at decision makers; the development of computer software (QuantiTree 2.0) for use by urban foresters to identify benefits/costs of specific urban forests; and the development of model communications materials for use in conveying information to the public. Dissemination of research via the Internet produced opportunities to gain feedback from QuantiTree 2.0 users. From December 9, 1996, to August 21, 1997, 183 users downloaded the software. On the recommendation of the National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council, the USDA Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Program awarded a $213,060 grant toward this $491,300 project. For further information, contact Sandra L. Burns, Manager, Public Relations & Corporate Communications, The Davey Resource Group, P.O. Box 5193, Kent, OH 44240-5193. Phone: (330) 673-9511 ext. 349. E-Mail: sburns@davey.com. Davey Resource Group's website can be found at http://www.davey.com.

1993 Costs & Benefits of Urban Forests Project