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Commission for the Environment December 2011 Objective NA-11: Develop a comprehensive conservation plan for achieving a network of protected open space throughout Orange County, which addresses 1) threats to important natural areas; 2) connectivity between protected areas; 3) coordination with neighboring counties; and 4) sustainable management of critical natural resources. • The CFE's Biological Resources Committee prepared a draft scope of work and has solicited for assistance from the UNC School of City of Regional Planning Objective NA-16: Create a system of public and private open space and conservation areas, including parks, nature preserves, and scenic vistas representative of Orange County landscape. • The CFE advises County's Lands Legacy program in its efforts to protect the most important natural and cultural resource lands through a variety of means. • The CFE's Biological Resources Committee prepared a draft scope of work for developing a comprehensive conservation plan and is soliciting for assistance Objective WR-5: Promote and participate in regional efforts to plan for use of water supplies in the region in an equitable manner, including contingency planning for water supplies during droughts. [Also Objectives WR-9, WR-10, and WR-15] • CFE is staying abreast of Jordan Lake Partnership and advising staff as needed CFE is advocating full implementation of the Water Resources Initiative to ensure planning for an adequate water supply for current and anticipated future needs Objective WR-11: Provide incentives and educational information to landowners to increase protection of watersheds and ground water supplies and their inter-relationships. • The CFE distributes groundwater and surface water educational materials at Festifall and Last Fridays events and as part of its State of the Environment reports Identify any activities this commission expects to carry out in 2012 as they relate to established BOCC goals and priorities. If applicable, is there a fiscal impact (i.e., funding, staff time, other resources) associated with these proposed activities (list). • Evaluate 2011 Greenhouse Gas inventory update and recommend ways to reduce the County's "carbon footprint"; help with Master Energy Plan (BOCC Priority #10) • Stay abreast of Jordan and Falls Lake nutrient reduction rules, and Jordan Lake Partnership (water supply allocations); advise the staff and BOCC as needed • Continue to review/comment on plans for expanding Orange Well Net • Assist with data collection for 2013 Orange County State of the Environment 41 4