Board moves fall BMP planting to Jefferson Memorial Park Pool to reduce runoff

Chair presented a revised planting plan shifting the fall BMP planting from Willingham Knowles to Jefferson Memorial Park Pool, citing drainage issues at the pool's south end and the need for erosion control. He described the planting as "a total of 48 trees and shrubs... I think it's 6 trees, and the rest are shrubs," with species including buttonbush and American beautyberry to soak up stormwater and stabilize slopes.

Parks & Rec has approved the concept in principle but asked for a more detailed map and coordination on mower access and maintenance. The Chair said he walked the site with a parks representative (Gavin) and will provide the board's planting map to Parks & Rec for sizing and logistics. Board members discussed planting timing (October preferred to keep roots dormant) and agreed the planting will be scheduled in coordination with the BMP program's delivery timeline.

Next step: Chair to provide a detailed map and coordinate with Parks & Rec and maintenance to confirm equipment access and planting dates.