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ProgramsmanagedbyParks and Recreation <br />Parks and Recreation Renewal Program <br />What is it? <br />In 2009-2010, the Parks and Recreation Department worked with a Citizens <br />Advisory Team to envision where Roseville Parks and Recreation should be <br />in the near and far future.As one result of that vision, the Parks & Recreation <br />RenewalProgram began in 2014.Funding was through a $19-million bond. <br />Six park buildings were replaced as a part of this program, repairs were made <br />to a variety of other park facilitiesas well as upgrades too many park areas, <br />and money was included for parkland acquisition and new pathway/trail <br />constructionProgram was <br />also included. (This program is described below). <br />Why is it important? <br />The Renewal Program was a major commitment by the City to maintain and <br />improve our parks.It was made after extensive resident involvement in the <br />planning process. <br />Where can I find out more about it? (URL) <br />https://www.cityofroseville.com/1752/2012-Master-Plan-Implementation- <br />Process <br />Natural Resources Stewardship Program <br />What is it? <br />As a part of the Parks and Recreation Renewal Program, the condition of the <br />natural resources (trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, sedges) within the <br />parks was studied.Many parks were overrun with invasive plant species <br />(such as buckthorn and garlic mustard). Money from the Renewal Project was <br />used to contract with Stantec, an environmental restoration company. <br />Invasive plants are being removed and replaced with native plants. There is <br />an on-going volunteer project to take over much of the work once the contract <br />with Stantec ends.The overall program is a $2.0 M investment with $1.5M in <br />city funds and an additional $500,000 leveraged through grants. <br />Why is it important? <br />Native species are better for our local wildlife and provide for more diversity in <br />the forests and wild areas of our parks.The removal of so many invasive <br />plants and their replacement by native species has required a huge effort by <br />City staff,Stantec staff and volunteers.It will take many years of on-going <br />efforts by City staff and volunteers to keep the invasive species from coming <br />back.This is an effort that also allows a traditionalway of using the parks and <br />improves a sense of safety. <br />8 <br /> <br />