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discussions with project partners and regulators on a project- specific basis; ongoing posting and updates of this plan on the City's webpage; posting design standards and historical surface water studies and resources on the City's webpage; and participating in organizational programs like the Public Works Forum and the Minnesota Cities Stormwater Coalition. The three watershed management organizations (Capitol Region, Ramsey - Washington -Metro and Rice Creek) all have very active programs with a wealth of resources and staff to assist the City towards meeting the goals of this plan. The watersheds have funding programs that can assist the City with its municipal projects as well as residents on their individual projects. The City will continue to collaborate with residents by providing an opportunity for residents to recycle yard waste and obtain compost and woodchips for landscape projects. Table 12 Goal 6 — Coordination and Collaboration 4.7 Sustainability Sustainability means many things to many people. For some it is an opportunity, for others it is an obligation, and in many cases, it is an expectation of communities, businesses and citizens. The most basic definition of sustainability is "meeting our current needs without sacrificing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." In a very basic sense, this is accomplished by balancing environrental, economic, and social (quality of life) considerations. A sustainable approach inherently achieves efficiencies that balance environmental, economic, and social demands. As mentioned previously in this Plan, sustainability is a thread that is woven throughout the City's Comprehensive Plan, and this CSWMP is an integral component of the City's Comprehensive Plan. As in the Comprehensive Plan, this CSWMP will serve as a guide towards improving sustainability across all aspects of the City's surface water management program and activities. Sustainability represents an approach that strives to achieve the most Comprehensive Surface Water Management Plan ROSEV120222 City of Roseville Page 25 Policy No. Goal 6: Coordination and Collaboration WPolicies 1 The City will endeavor to inform developers about Federal, State, and local stormwater management regulations including the NPDES requirements, watershed district rules, floodplain regulations, and WCA rules. 2 The City shall utilize educational materials and activities from watershed districts and other entities to deliver a consistent message regarding water resources and stewardship. 3 City staff will be encouraged to attend watershed district hosted education programs directed at municipal officials and staff. 4 The City shall seek opportunities to leverage limited available funding through project partnerships. 5 The City shall encourage landscaping practices that promote infiltration and promote existing programs that meet this goal such as the leaf recycling center, which includes compost and woodchips for property owners to use. 4.7 Sustainability Sustainability means many things to many people. For some it is an opportunity, for others it is an obligation, and in many cases, it is an expectation of communities, businesses and citizens. The most basic definition of sustainability is "meeting our current needs without sacrificing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." In a very basic sense, this is accomplished by balancing environrental, economic, and social (quality of life) considerations. A sustainable approach inherently achieves efficiencies that balance environmental, economic, and social demands. As mentioned previously in this Plan, sustainability is a thread that is woven throughout the City's Comprehensive Plan, and this CSWMP is an integral component of the City's Comprehensive Plan. As in the Comprehensive Plan, this CSWMP will serve as a guide towards improving sustainability across all aspects of the City's surface water management program and activities. Sustainability represents an approach that strives to achieve the most Comprehensive Surface Water Management Plan ROSEV120222 City of Roseville Page 25