Community Partnerships for Stormwater Improvement, Education, Remove
7.3 Support recognition or leadership programs for homeowners, HOAs, and businesses adopting, funding, and promoting green infrastructure improvements Key Message: Recognition programs can motivate and engage citizens to protect their local waters, and drive community...
Community Partnerships for Stormwater Improvement, Education, Remove
7.4 Support and promote green infrastructure demonstration projects on publicly accessible properties with interpretive signage and self-guided tours Key Message: Visibility and awareness of successful green infrastructure projects can be increased through...
Habitat and Species Enhancement and Restoration, Remove, Science
8.1 Restore and enhance wetland and shoreline habitats to increase nutrient uptake and storage by plants Key Message: Protecting, restoring and enhancing wetlands and shorelines is among the most cost-effective nutrient reduction and climate mitigation tools available...
Habitat and Species Enhancement and Restoration, Remove, Science
8.2 Enhance fish and wildlife populations to increase nutrient uptake and biomass storage by animals Key Message: Restoration of fish and wildlife through stocking programs and habitat creation or protection can directly and indirectly contribute to nutrient removal...
Habitat and Species Enhancement and Restoration, Policy, Remove
8.3 Support large-scale land conservation programs Key Message: Conserving natural lands promotes natural cycling of nutrients through ecosystems, while providing a host of other community benefits. Currently, about 30% of Sarasota County lands have been protected by...
Habitat and Species Enhancement and Restoration, Policy, Remove
8.4 Support urban forestation programs Key Message: Trees intercept and promote percolation of rainfall, reducing runoff. Policies that protect mature native trees, and encourage and incentivize tree plantings on both private and public property, can boost...
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