Sustainability & Climate Action Plan (S/CAP): Natural Environment
Key Actions — Maintain and protect tree canopy
N4. Enhance pollinator habitat by including native plants and pollinator-friendly plant landscaping with all park improvement projects when feasible.
N6. Evaluate and modify plant palette selection in project plans to maximize biodiversity and soil health, adapt to the changing climate, and incorporate buffers for existing natural ecosystems.
N7. Coordinate implementation of the Urban Forest Master Plan, Parks Master Plan, Green Stormwater Infrastructure Plan, and other citywide planning efforts through interdepartmental collaboration.
Key Performance Indicators
Native species on City property and in new landscape projects (to measure biodiversity).
