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318 24 September 2025 Page 2 NCWRC Comments Emerson Waldorf School Expansion Orange County 3. Use native species known to occur in Orange County to seed disturbed areas.Avoid using invasive,non-native plants in seed mixtures or landscaping plants (http://www.ncwildflower.org/plant galleries/invasives_list). Also,do not use non-native and/or invasive species such as Sudangrass,Kobe lespedeza, lespedeza,tall fescue, or other non-native species for temporary or permanent seeding. Alternatively,use grains, such as oats,wheat, or rye for temporary cover and native seed mixes for permeant seeding. A list of alternatives to non-native species has been attached. We recommend planting native, wildflower seed mixes that will create pollinator habitat within the project boundary as well as planting native trees and shrubs in landscaping.Native trees and shrubs can be found at native plant nurseries throughout NC, and lists of native plants can be found https://ncwildflower.org/ and https://nc.audubon.org/birdfriendl. n�plantslists. 4. Maintain a minimum 100-foot undisturbed,native, forested buffer along perennial streams, and a minimum 50-foot buffer along intermittent streams and wetlands. Maintaining undisturbed, forested buffers along these areas will minimize impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife resources,water quality, and aquatic habitat both within and downstream of the project area. Also,wide riparian buffers are helpful in maintaining stability of stream banks and for treatment of pollutants associated with urban stormwater. 5. We recommend installing rain gardens or other bioretention structures to reduce water runoff and soil erosion.Also, additional information on LID can be found at the NC State University LID guide: https://www.uni-groupusa.org/PDF/NC LID Guidebook.pdf. NCWRC's Green Growth Toolbox provides information on nature-friendly planning (http://www.ncwildlife.oriz/Conservin /g Programs/GreenGrowthToolbox.aspx). 6. Consider using wildlife friendly outdoor lighting since light pollution can impact the circadian rhythms of animals, disrupt behavior, cause injury, or death. Lights should only be on when needed;use lights only where necessary; lights should have wavelength greater than 560 nm emissions(i.e.,narrow-spectrum LEDs or low-pressure sodium); mount the fixture as low as possible;use the lowest wattage necessary; and lights should be fully shielded. 7. Erosion control matting made of plastic mesh or twine should not be used within the project area because it can injure or kill wildlife. If I can be of additional assistance,please call(336)269-0074 or email olivia.munzerkncwildlife.org.