Recommendation RG.18
Recommendation Status: New
Support the acquisition of unique ecological features, streams, watersheds, habitat types for utilization as parks, open space and greenways while prioritizing those areas that contain and/or offer linkages that enhance wildlife movements and connect with existing open space.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Ensures all members of the community are served by improved green infrastructure and the resultant ecological services provided.
By acquiring unique ecological areas, communities can protect vital ecosystem services, maintain biodiversity, and ensure long-term environmental health and resilience.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Responsible Growth
Complete Communities
Sustainable Infrastructure
Leading the Region
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
DNR
MDC
MSD
GRG
Project
Cost
High
(+$10mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
NPS Land and Water Conservation Fund
USDA
USFWS
MO_DNR
MO_MDC
NFWF
National Audubon Society
Nature Conservancy
Environmental Defense Fund
EPA urban waters program
USDA Urban and Community Forestry Program
Forest ReLeaf
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities fundingM
MO_MDC
MO_DNR
GRG
FHWA _Bicycle and Pedestrian Funding
Safe Routes to School
MO Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program
MO Land and Water Conservation Fund
Tracking Implementation
Conduct five year public review assessment of parks and open space. Partner with GRG and other non-profit conservation organizations.
Tracking Success
LEED_CC_ Natural Systems + Ecology
LEED_ND_ Smart Location & Linkage
SITES_ Site Context
If overperforming, what should we do?
Keep going and publish the success.
If underperforming, what should we do?