Option

Encourage and promote the use of vegetative buffers around streams, channels and water sources to absorb and manage runoff.

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Hazards

Water Quality

Flooding – General

Assets

Urban Landscape and Tree Canopy

Water Infrastructure – Wastewater

Natural Areas and Wildlife

Water Infrastructure – Stormwater

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