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APPENDIX H EMISSION REDUCTION ANALYSIS CONTINUED <br /> RESILIENT COMMUNITY CONTINUED <br /> ImpactAction steps Emissions <br /> CR 3.3.2 Identify areas most vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat; prioritize Medium <br /> tree plantings in these areas. <br /> CR 3.3.3 Monitor and report annually on the implementation of the Low <br /> Resilience Assessment recommendations. <br /> CR 4.1.1 Encourage the usage of reflective paint, installation of misters in outdoor spaces, <br /> and the planting of trees in areas that the heat island study identifies as needing Medium <br /> relief from urban heat island effects <br /> CR 4.2.1 Monitor and report annually on the progress of this conservation initiative <br /> CR 4.3.1 Implement permeable, GI alternatives to paving in sidewalks, parking lots and driveways Low <br /> CR 5.1.1 Use the Department of Social Services' registry to continue to access populations Medium <br /> with special needs during the time of disasters <br /> CR 5.1.2 Expand Community Emergency Response Team program that teaches <br /> community members real world disaster response skills to respond Medium <br /> to community emergencies in the event that public safety is compromised <br /> CR 5.1.3 Collaborate with community-based organizations to develop an inventory of locations <br /> with isolated seniors and develop a plan for a social support network during heat waves, Medium <br /> bad air quality days, and other emergencies <br /> CR 5.1.4 Expand the Steps to Neighborhood Preparedness Program that helps communities Medium <br /> connect and build neighborhood emergency plans <br /> CR 6.1.1 Ensure that maintenance reflects expected future climate conditions and variability <br /> and not historical climate data for all County buildings,facilities, structures, Low <br /> and infrastructure. <br /> CR 6.1.2 Establish an interdepartmental working group to integrate climate preparedness <br /> in planning, maintenance, and capital improvements through the development Medium <br /> of work plans, screening of capital improvements, and cross-sector collaboration. <br /> CR 6.1.3 Develop a "Green Team"whose purpose is to educate departments on Low <br /> implementing sustainable practices <br /> CR 6.2.1 Integrate annual CAP report goals during the budget review process at the <br /> direction of the Board of County Commissioners. Plan to inventory High <br /> GHG emissions every two years and track against targets. <br /> CR 6.3.1 Evaluate staffing levels needed to implement CAP strategies High <br /> 9 ORANGE COUNTY, NC • APPENDICES <br />