Number
090979
Version
ORIGINAL
Reference
Sponsor
CHAIR
Title
Resolution relating to application, acceptance and funding of a 2010-2011 Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant.
Analysis
This resolution authorizes the Department of Public Works - Operations (Forestry Section) to apply for, accept and fund a 2010-2011 Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant “Boulevard Bioswales.” This grant aims to address nonpoint source pollution through a targeted reduction in stormwater runoff. The total project cost is $100,000, of which $40,000 (40%) will be provided by the grantor and $60,000 (60%) will be provided by the City. The program will include the following components:
1. Install 5,000 sq. ft. of bioswales or vegetative buffers on Bay Street to maximize the use of city boulevards for bioretention to reduce stormwater runoff and pollutant loading into near shore and coastal resources.
2. Plant up to 60 new trees on Bay Street to enhance ecological services including air quality and climate change adaptation.
3. Use interpretive signage to educate the public about the use of bioretention for coastal resource protection.
Body
Whereas, The City of Milwaukee appears to be eligible for a 2010-2011 Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Administration; and
Whereas, The Department of Public Works-Operations Division (Forestry Section) would use this grant to feature city boulevards for bioretention to reduce stormwater runoff; and
Whereas, This project would include the following components:
1. Install 5,000 sq. ft. of bioswales or vegetative buffers on Bay Street to maximize the use of city boulevards for bioretention to reduce stormwater runoff and pollutant loading into near shore and coastal resources.
2. Plant up to 60 new trees on Bay Street to enhance ecological services including air quality and climate change adaptation.
3. Use interpretive signage to educate the public about the use of bioretention...
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