Green Infrastructure Planning and Challenges

Mary Rodrick, a regional planner, discusses the importance of involving key partners from the start to build momentum and commitment for projects. She emphasizes building relationships through meetings and workshops, and highlights monitoring as a crucial driver for planning. Funding resources like the 319 program are essential, and infrastructure challenges must be addressed. Green infrastructure can solve various problems, and identifying the issue is the starting point.

Who is Mary Rodrick and what is her role?

• A town manager in North Carolina

• A non-profit organization leader

• A regional planner for the Land of Sky Regional Council

• A director at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Why is it important to involve key partners from the beginning of a project?

• To avoid legal issues

• To reduce project costs

• To build momentum and commitment

• To ensure they provide funding

What is one way to build relationships with government individuals?

• Through social media campaigns

• Through online surveys

• By hosting workshops and talks

• By sending newsletters

What is the primary driver for planning according to the transcript?

• Community interest

• Monitoring data

• Funding availability

• Government regulations

What is the 319 program known for?

• Providing educational resources

• Supporting wildlife conservation

• Funding water quality projects

• Offering tax incentives

What is a challenge mentioned in implementing green streets?

• Lack of community support

• Underground infrastructure limitations

• Insufficient government funding

• High maintenance costs

What should be the starting point for planning green infrastructure?

• Consulting with local businesses

• Identifying available funding

• Starting with the problem to address

• Reviewing past projects

What is a co-benefit of using trees in urban planning?

• Enhancing property values

• Improving air quality

• Reducing noise pollution

• Providing shade for parking lots

Which organization provides resources on green infrastructure?

• National Park Service

• World Wildlife Fund

• American Society of Landscape Architects

• United Nations Environment Programme

What is a potential focus for riparian restoration?

• Increasing urban development

• Reducing riverine flooding and erosion

• Building recreational facilities

• Expanding agricultural land