Improve the quality of urban ecosystems in Dallas through the sustainable design, creation and planting of urban habitats.
The City will evaluate locations for potential wildlife corridors to create contiguous habitats across the city. A comprehensive assessment will be conducted to identify potential wildlife corridors. The study will also identify policies and implementation mechanisms for creating these corridors (for example through the Comprehensive Plan).
In addition, education programs will be developed on creating urban habitats, pollinator gardens and bee keeping. Guidance for developers will be provided on urban design-based strategies for the creation of bird-friendly developments, buildings, and structures particularly in downtown.
Habitats are super important since we are continuing to build and take over animal homes today, cactus and trees are great for birds and small animals to make their home...trees as we all know are helpful for air quality which is another topic on here. After the tornados we really should do more projects like “branch out Dallas” to provide more trees in our city and stop tearing them down in purpose
It's sort of silly to create bee and bird habitats while we allow poisons known to kill bees, birds and fish to be used in residential areas. If we poison all of the insects, the birds eat poison. We need to educate home owners and gardeners about more organic lawn care and gardening. Silk worms can be treated with ash and chili peppers. The birds may burp, but they won't die from chili peppers.
This is a great first step in the process of greening our city. In addition to the implementation of these practices, education needs to be at the forefront. Partner with non-profits, organizations, etc. to help educate the public about why these types of environments are so vital and how to properly care for them.
A great places to start would be in our public parks. Many parks have opportunities for pollinator spaces. Additionally, I have thought about how great it would be for the city to organize a "pollinator parkway" initiative to create pollinator gardens in residential areas on the strip between the street and sidewalk that often goes unused. I'd be willing to volunteer my time to make that happen.
As our urban populations increase, this will become a very important avenue for providing habitat and green space for humans. Rights of Way, utility corridors, alleys, and backyards need to be considered. This will require a new creativity.