TOWN OF DAVIE TOWN OF DAVIE Agricultural & Environmental Advisory Committee Committee Goal Setting & Priorities

Direction & Goal Setting 2 areas of focus: Internal Initiatives – actions that relate to the Town’s business operations and employees involvement conserving publicly owned property. External Initiatives – actions that encourage that public adoption of positive environmental practices via public education and/or public policy initiatives.

Committee Objective Objective sample: Advise the Town Council on matters of agriculture and environmental protection by developing goals and strategies, educational campaigns, and efforts to promote Town accomplishments on these matters

Environment/Agriculture Synergies  Environmentaly safe agricultural practices  Protection of agricultural areas  Drainage control  Agri-tourism  Alternative energy in farms ( Solar, Wind, etc)

Already in place: Infrastructure Trail System (equestrian, recreational) Wetland Preservation Landscape regulations: Xeriscape, Usage of Native species Efficient irrigation system/drought tolerance Rural Lifestyle Regulations Land Development Regulations: RAC (Regional Activity Center requires LEED) Comprehensive Plan Update TOC (Transit Oriented Development) Local Roads Master Plan (includes bicycle lanes and sidewalks) Programs: Recycle program Parks programs Tree preservation Special Projects (Events) Water conservation

Committee Goal Setting Samples: Make recommendations to Town Council for adoption of policies to: Facilitate alternative energy in agricultural sites and farms Improve Water conservation program Update existing infrastructure Establish policy protecting wild-life habitat Update SAP Update Farm Guide Establish actions to educate residents about : Agri-tourism Agriculture practices Habitat conservation Green policies and practices

SAP Goals