Recommendation RG.22
Recommendation Status: New
Encourage the use of innovative planning, design and funding techniques to conserve high-quality natural resource areas.
This recommendation help 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 and designing 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
Sustainable Infrastructure
Responsible Growth
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
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities funding
GRG
Tracking Implementation
Partner with DNR and MO Department of Conservation to implement the policy
Tracking Success
LEED CC Integrative Process
LEED CC Natural Systems + Ecology
SITES Site Context
LEED ND Smart Location & Linkage
If overperforming, what should we do?
No action needed.
If underperforming, what should we do?