Growing with Green Project Area In-town commercial site MidTown redevelopment activity High profile site
Looking at the Village on 13 th Shopping center, south of 13 th Street –Built in 1940s –Upgrades began in 2003, completed 2007
Looking at the Village on 13 th Shopping center, north of 13 th Street –Built in 1950s –Purchased by Jackson-Burgin in –Upgrades completed in 2008
Economic Reasons Attract and retain top merchants Offer property that represents merchant image Provide space pleasing to customers
Community Connections Live, work, and play Provide inviting places to shop/dine Meet needs of community Lead the way in revitalized vision for MidTown area
Increasing Canopy Value of trees Professional forestry expertise Local ordinances and policies Tree longevity and maintenance
Increasing Canopy Planting Plan Access Parking Utilities Visibility
Increasing Canopy
Protecting the Investment Trees worth $$$$ Record drought Outdoor watering restrictions Collect Rainwater!
Collecting Rainwater $20,000 tank $8,000 crane $15,000 filtering system $20,000 drain tile reconnections Other costs More than $75,000! Ability to water trees anytime = Priceless!
Growing with Green