Number
130899
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
Sponsor
THE CHAIR
Title
Resolution relating to application, acceptance and funding of a Ceres Foundation Grant “Greening MORE Milwaukee Schools.”
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the Department of Public Works - Operations (Forestry Section) to apply for, accept and fund a Ceres Foundation Grant “Greening MORE Milwaukee Schools.” This grant aims to green Milwaukee Public Schools playgrounds by creating green space with trees and turf to connect Milwaukee’s school children with nature and the outdoors. The project will replace portions of asphalt playgrounds with trees and turf to create playable surfaces for children that offer ecological benefits. The total project cost is $150,000, of which 100% will be provided by the grantor with no cost-share from the City required. The program will include the following components:
1. Partner with Milwaukee Public Schools to create green space by removing and replacing portions of asphalt playground with trees and turf. Site selection will be based on consultation with MPS and consider school participation and curriculum involvement.
2. Plant trees in existing green space where possible to increase tree canopy and improve ecological benefits.
Body
Whereas, The City of Milwaukee appears to be eligible for a Ceres Foundation Grant; and
Whereas, The Department of Public Works-Operations Division (Forestry Section) would use this grant to create green space and add tree canopy at Milwaukee Public Schools; and
Whereas, This project would include the following components:
1. Partner with Milwaukee Public Schools to create green space by removing and replacing portions of asphalt playground with trees and turf. Site selection will be based on consultation with MPS and consider school participation and curriculum involvement.
2. Plant trees in existing green space where possible to increase tree canopy and improve ecological benefits.
; and
Whereas, “Greening M...
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