Parks and Public Landscaping Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2022 05 05

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a. John noted that he had completed significant research for Bee City USA information this evening b. Ellen announced the availability of new and improved park maps, copies provided for new PPAB members c. Copies of current PPLAB roster distributed d. We have received an email from Susan McEachern (OSAB board member), regarding possible joint meeting. Possible agenda would include Wayfinding signage, trails and open space/parks issues 6. Public comments a. Board asked if our visitors from Monarch High had any questions on what they had observed. Students were visiting the meeting to observe Local Government activities for a class at Monarch High. PPLAB Chair noted that all City Government meetings are open to the public, and community comments are welcomed and encouraged as part of the Sunshine requirements for governments in Colorado. b. Visiting Sustainability Advisory Board Committee member Josh Cooperman submitted comments from the Sustainability Advisory Board regarding issues that can promote Sustainability in Louisville, including, native plantings for medians and subdivision entrances, trees in medians (where possible) and at Sports Complex parking lot, replacing Turf Grass with native grasses and bike parking spaces. Also, Josh noted that Louisville has an upcoming Hazardous Waste event, registration required, and an opportunity from Denver Regional Air Quality Board to exchange gas -powered lawn care equipment for electrical. Josh cited No -Mow May article in New York Times and a strong environmental trend. Council Member Fahey noted that Enclave or Golf Course might be a great venue for robotic lawnmower under consideration. 7. Bee City USA Designation Discussion a. PPLAB member John Webb outlined benefits and costs of Bee City USA designation, a program administered by the Xerces Society for Conservation of Invertebrates (practically everything that crawls or flies). John referenced pdf documents previously emailed to PPLAB members, highlighting educational, environmental, and aesthetic benefits of Bee City USA designation and obligations of Louisville if accepted to the program. Staff and PPLAB members noted that Bee City USA program is in alignment with Louisville City goals of sustainability, reduced pesticide use, and proposed motion of Pollinator Gardens at Community Park, and agreed to pass along favorable recommendation to Council. 8. Discussion on ways PPLAB can assist with Marshall Fire Recovery a. Fortunately, damage from the Marshall fire was minor to the Parks overall, with only 21 trees exceeding 6' probably lost, a few large cottonwood trees, landscaping and irrigation, some fencing, and a play structure at Enclave Park, but we need to make sure that Park repairs are done expeditiously and that the Parks can serve as peaceful refuges for City residents.