REVIEW DEVELOPMENT COMPATIBILITY
• Evaluate the Land Development Code and identify any clarifications or restructuring needed to better achieve the objectives of the Greenways and Trails Master Plan by using existing regulato- ry provisions requiring open space and the protection of environmentally sensitive areas. • Once needed refinements are identified, amend the Land Development Code to reference the Greenways and Trails Master Plan and to explain how existing code provisions can be applied to protect greenways. • During the development review process, allow and support the dedication of a drainage or utility right - of - way or easement for greenway purposes, as well as for drainage or utility purposes, in development projects where the right - of - way or easement would connect to an existing or planned greenway on adjacent land.
EXPLORE FUNDING
• Conduct Return on Investment analyses and communicate the results to stakeholders and deci- sion makers. Return on Investment analyses should quantify physical and mental health and recreation benefits, reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled, impact on bicyclist and pedestrian safety, as well as economic development and tourism benefits. • Develop annual reports that document current maintenance priorities and the maintenance costs expended in the previous Fiscal Year. • Seek private dollars to enhance County - owned greenways in conjunction with other park en- hancement efforts. • Develop a Greenways annual report that identifies priority projects and develops applica- tions for each of the state - administered grant programs that support public outdoor recrea- tional use: ‐ Florida Communities Trust (FCT) Parks and Open Space Florida Grant Program Stan Mayfield Working Waterfronts Florida Forever Grant Program ‐ Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) ‐ Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) ‐ Recreational Trails Program (RTP) • Applications should highlight cooperative partnerships for implementation where applicable.
PROTECT HISTORIC PRESERVATION
• Coordinate with the Historic Presentation Board to ensure historic structures, historic trails, and archaeological sites are adequately protected and appropriately incorporated into the greenway system. • Coordinate with other partners to explore the possibilities for greenways to promote education, pride in local heritage, and awareness of and giving voice to indigenous cultures. This may also open up more potential funding sources.
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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY GREENWAYS AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN
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