Recommendation RG.19
Recommendation Status: New
Create, support and protect an established network of dedicated open space areas and greenways that provide regional connectivity between the Missouri River and Bluff, Columbia Bottoms, and Meramec River Corridor.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Responsible
Growth
Sustainable Infrastructure
Complete Communities
Leading the Region
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Provides park and recreational amenities within walking distance of all members of the community.
Sustainability Considerations
Improved public health and quality-of-life outcomes, increased environmental stewardship and community well-being, and enhanced property values and attracts investment.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
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
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Partnership
Project
Policy
Timeline
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Ongoing
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
NPS Rivers Trails and Conservation Assistance program (NPS-RTCA)
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
EPA Watershed Funding
USDA Urban and Community Forestry Program
Forest ReLeaf
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities funding
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.