Section 2 - Integration Framework
2.4.2 Support local labor and business participation in implementing an integrated land management plan (e.g., under Urban Drainage and Parks) Improve coordination between all actors in natural area management to strengthen and improve maintenance programs for open space. Possible partners include UDFCD, Parks, land trusts,Public works, Denver Water. 2.4.3 Model the building trades training and apprenticeships – to create the types of jobs that are needed. The specific industry may be construction, capitalize on existing trade and pipeline of new construction 2.4.4 Engage communities in management and monitoring programs through education outreach efforts, communicate with community through signage and incentives. 2.4.5 Tie Wmonitoring to adaptive management and partner with local universities with relevant programs, non-profits, and local research. Possible partners are DMNS museum of nature and science, Botanic Garden, CU. 2.5 A West Denver Ranger program is established to focus on gulch safety. 2.5.1 Establish a joint effort between Parks, Natural Areas, Police Department, Public Works, and local employment/security services to identify and implement safety improvements including Neighborhood watch programs. 2.5.2 Enlist artists and schools to find creative solutions to graffiti. Offer alternative assistance programs for homeless, gangs, 2.6 Carry out a stormwater retrofit assessment in West Denver watersheds. The assessment identifies and prioritizes opportunities for treatments that improve water quality, allow for groundwater recharge, address flooding, while promoting living infrastructure. 2.6.1 Prioritize locations for network of retrofits and improved stormwater treatment integrated into open space, parks, schools and rights-of-ways in residential areas (roads and alleys). 2.6.2 Create treatment trains that eventually tie and overflow into the existing storm sewer system. 2.6.3 Incorporate wayfinding and education into retrofit design 2.7 Expand existing regulations to ensure that redevelopment meets a high standard for stormwater quality and quantity management. 2.7.1 Use Sun Valley Master Planning process to develop innovative stormwater initiatives. 2.7.2 Consider creation of possible overlay district with special regulations and incentives for positive changes, such as less impermeable and more pervious surfaces. [Water quality features should help reduce downstream detention requirements.]
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