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
Responsible
Growth
Complete
Communities
Sustainable Infrastructure
Leading the Region
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Ensures all members of the community are served by improved green infrastructure and the resultant ecological services provided.
Sustainability Considerations
By acquiring unique ecological areas, communities can protect vital ecosystem services, maintain biodiversity, and ensure long-term environmental health and resilience.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
Project
Partnership
Policy
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
DNR
MDC
MSD
GRG
Cost
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
High
(+$10mil)
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Ongoing
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Timeline
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 funding
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
Tracking Success
LEED_CC_ Natural Systems + Ecology
LEED_ND_ Smart Location & Linkage
SITES_ Site Context
If overperforming, what should we do?
Conduct five year public review assessment of parks and open space. Partner with GRG and other non-profit conservation organizations.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Keep going and publish the success.