Regenerative land management practices include techniques that restore natural ecosystem functions such as soil health, water cycles, and biodiversity. In Longmont, this includes but is not limited to activities such as water-conserving landscaping, integrated pest management practices, application of organic compost and soil amendments, and weed management practices. This strategy focuses on sharing information with private landowners so that everyone can do their part in enhancing the natural environment across Longmont.
NE-3Work with community partners to promote education and awareness about water-wise landscaping and integrated pest management practices on private properties
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Continuous
- Implementation
Description
Programs include:
- Water-wise seminars with Resource Central and the Neighborhood Leadership series
- Resource Central Garden-in-a-Box program
- Resource Central Lawn Replacement program
- Resource Central Slow the Flow irrigation assessments
2025 Goals
CNR/ Neighborhood Leadership Series: 2
HOA Meetings: 5
Social Media Engagement percent increase: 2
Internal Engagement Meetings: 3
Direct Engagement/ Community Events: 5
Tasks
What has been done?
- 12/31/2024
Rebates Sold
- 12/31/2024
Education and Outreach
In 2024, the following outreach efforts were completed:
CNR/ Neighborhood Leadership Series: 2
HOA Meetings: 1
Internal Engagement Meetings: 2
Direct Engagement/ Community Events: 4
- 06/09/2024
Longmont Water Fair
In June 2024, staff collaborated with local artists and grassroots organizers to produce the inaugural Longmont Water Fair.
Aligned with Longmont's commitment to responsible water management, the Water Fair aimed to educate community members about the sources, journey, and collective responsibility of water stewardship. The event featured carefully crafted community learning objectives, with metrics collected to measure their achievement.
The fair attracted between 400-500 attendees, with 68% participating in a post-event survey. The event supported the Conservation Program's community learning goals and facilitated feedback and engagement on the City's Water Efficiency Plan update.
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Summary and contacts
Topic Area
Timeline
Continuous
Initiation period
Responsible organizations
Contact persons
- Hope BartlettWater Conservation SpecialistWater Resources
Information updated 01/16/2025
2024 Numbers:
Resource Central Participation: 270 Garden in a Box discounts, 30 Income Qualified Discounts, 252 webinar attendees at Longmont sponsored events; 160 Slow the Flow assessments completed; 58 Lawn Replacements completed, resulting in 32,768 square feet of lawn removed.
Efficiency Works: 198 Residential rebates, 6 EW store discounts, 4 Commercial projects