…to the Chesapeake Bay Program goal of riparian forest buffers along 90-95% of our stream and rivers. By replacing invasive and non-native plants with native trees, shrubs and other vegetation, we both increase habitat and address climate change challenges such…
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Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run is about much more than bluebells
…and water quality,” Blomstrom said. “They also plan to work with other local conservation partners, such as The Clifton Institute and the Virginia Department of Forestry, to restore native meadows, manage invasive plant species, and help encourage a healthier stand…
Rappahannock River Water Trail Wins Governor’s Environmental Excellence Gold Medal Award
…have been restored and will be maintained and managed for invasive plants and protected for wildlife habitat. The new water access areas also provide opportunities for the public to hike along the Rappahannock, FOR to conduct more outdoor educational programs…
Loudoun County is Updating Its Zoning Ordinance
…of native plants The removal of invasive and noxious plants There are still other zoning needs that we feel should be addressed, such as: Ensuring that uses (e.g. event centers of any kind, wineries, breweries) with similar offsite impacts have consistent…
Week Ahead for October 3, 2022: Charlottesville City Council to consider collective bargaining ordinance; Albemarle Supervisors to get economic outlook; Fluvanna prepares for new Circuit Court judge
…meeting virtually. This particular meeting has several items related to the trees on the city’s Downtown Mall. Urban Forester Steve Gaines will discuss budget requests for invasive plant control, as well as ongoing maintenance of the mall’s trees. A request…
Eyes on Richmond / Call to Support Farmland Protection
…restoration. There are bills of interest on a wide range of subjects, from utility regulation and clean energy, to invasive species and wildlife corridors, to data center siting and minerals mining. Take a look at PEC’s priority list of bills…
Week Ahead for April 10, 2023: Charlottesville’s FY24 budget continues to grow; Eight-story building proposed for 1709 JPA
…This would generate an additional $13,473,798 for the school reconfiguration projection, $600,000 to convert streetlights to LED, an additional $750,000 to the Stribling Avenue sidewalk, $75,000 for invasive plant removals, an additional $2 million for the 250 Bypass station, and…
On the Ground Updates – June 2023
…learned about native and invasive plants, reptiles, bees, and land management and conservation programs available in the area. PEC, working closely with Preserve Rural Greene, opposed three overly intensive tourist lodging projects proposed in the County’s rural areas. In response…
Albemarle County recognized for resilience planning effort
…climate impacts included in the assessment,” said PEC Senior Conservation Fellow Kat Imhoff. “The level of detail around such climate measures as heat, rainfall, invasive species, human health, and even disadvantaged communities, should help inform looming land use decisions, infrastructure…
Our Albemarle Climate Action Platform
…guidance and education regarding invasive plant species, how to manage them, and native plant alternatives. Additional priorities Advocate for improved connectivity and park access; work with state and local agencies to create projects that receive funding. Support community-driven initiatives that…