This document summarizes a project that assessed climate risks in Cranston, Rhode Island. It analyzed climate projections for temperature, precipitation, sea level rise and other indicators under different emissions scenarios. Key findings included higher temperatures, more extreme precipitation and sea level rise of up to 5 feet by 2100. This would increase risks of flooding, heat waves and drought in Cranston. The project identified adaptation options like flood-resilient design and wetland restoration. It also involved stakeholder engagement including a role-playing simulation. The document then discusses assessing vulnerability of transportation assets to sea level rise, including roads, bridges and RIPTA bus routes. It identifies the highest risk assets and discusses general adaptation strategies.
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The Severn Estuary Forum is a key annual event in its eighth year and hosted by the Severn Estuary Partnership: an independent, estuary-wide initiative, involving all those interested in the management of the estuary, from planners to port authorities, fishermen to farmers.
This year’s Forum was opened by the Lord Mayor of Gloucester and supported by CIWEM. It focussed on a number of diverse topics, including the upper estuary; renewable energy possibilities; a review of the Severn Estuary Flood Risk Management Strategy; an overview of the operations and maintenance of the Severn River Crossings; Local Enterprise Partnerships; The Bristol Deep Sea Container Terminal; proposals for a Severnside Airport and Fisheries amongst others.
These engaging and exciting events are intended for all interested in learning about the latest research and policy developments dealing with the Severn Estuary and its future, and always guarantee a lively and informative day of presentations and talks. They offer a unique opportunity to learn from others, share ideas and participate in the management of the Severn Estuary.
This document summarizes a session that discussed plans to redesign the intersections and streetscape in Marstons Mills, Massachusetts to improve pedestrian safety, traffic flow, and sense of place. The project focused on the Cash Market intersection and surrounding village areas. Attendees broke into groups to develop preferred concept designs, considering tools like traffic calming, complete streets elements, and green infrastructure. Recommendations included a realigned intersection, platform crossing, bump-outs, bollards, signs, and on-street parking. Extensive community engagement and partnership with local groups was cited as critical to the project's success.
This document outlines an agenda for a workshop on inclusive community engagement. The workshop features several presenters from planning organizations who will discuss why inclusive engagement is important, how approaches need to change with the times, and stories of engagement efforts. Attendees will then break into small groups to discuss an assigned engagement scenario and report back. The goals are to emphasize that input leads to better plans, communities have a right to participate, and planners must stay alert to engagement opportunities while upholding principles of transparency and genuineness.
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This document outlines issues and proposed projects related to coastal erosion and access in the Town of Chilmark, Massachusetts. Stakeholders include the town and local landowners. Two immediate problems are loss of beach access and public beach. The goal is adaptive management and managed retreat. Proposed projects include removing coastal structures, relocating roads and utilities, and reconstructing dunes and wetlands. Three long-term solutions are discussed: removing coastal structures, restoring the barrier beach, and constructing a sustainable access road or bridge permitted under local and state regulations.
This document presents a branding and wayfinding design for Rhode Island created by Roll Barresi & Associates. It includes branding elements like colors, typography and logos inspired by Rhode Island's nautical and historic influences. It also outlines sign structures, forms and materials, as well as locations that would feature the signage around the state. The design aims to create a unified identity and improve wayfinding to sites throughout Rhode Island.
This document discusses the importance of maintaining infrastructure and the aesthetics of communities. It notes that neglected environments can encourage crime and discourage economic development, while ongoing maintenance acts as a deterrent. The program aims to improve roadways through public art, signage, lighting, landscaping, and painting to create a unique identity for Rhode Island and aid economic growth. Maintaining an attractive community improves quality of life.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, public transportation routes, and bridges based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet, and 5 feet of sea level rise. The top 10 most vulnerable state-owned roads, RIPTA bus routes, and bridges were identified. Adaptation strategies such as protecting, accommodating, and retreating from vulnerable assets were also discussed. The project aims to help prioritize spending, planning, and goal-setting to enhance resilience of transportation infrastructure.
This document appears to be a master plan for Central Falls, Rhode Island. It includes sections on mapping the atlas, recreational destinations along the riverfront, proposed designs for Jenk's Park including an existing conditions diagram and two scheme options, plans for a north-south and east-west section, a proposed water collection system and plans for "The Falls". It was created through a collaboration between Rhode Island School of Design and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana for their 2014 summer academy program in Central Falls.
2013 02 partnership working from a grass roots perspective - rose hewlettSevernEstuary
The Severn Estuary Forum is a key annual event in its eighth year and hosted by the Severn Estuary Partnership: an independent, estuary-wide initiative, involving all those interested in the management of the estuary, from planners to port authorities, fishermen to farmers.
This year’s Forum was opened by the Lord Mayor of Gloucester and supported by CIWEM. It focussed on a number of diverse topics, including the upper estuary; renewable energy possibilities; a review of the Severn Estuary Flood Risk Management Strategy; an overview of the operations and maintenance of the Severn River Crossings; Local Enterprise Partnerships; The Bristol Deep Sea Container Terminal; proposals for a Severnside Airport and Fisheries amongst others.
These engaging and exciting events are intended for all interested in learning about the latest research and policy developments dealing with the Severn Estuary and its future, and always guarantee a lively and informative day of presentations and talks. They offer a unique opportunity to learn from others, share ideas and participate in the management of the Severn Estuary.
This document summarizes a session that discussed plans to redesign the intersections and streetscape in Marstons Mills, Massachusetts to improve pedestrian safety, traffic flow, and sense of place. The project focused on the Cash Market intersection and surrounding village areas. Attendees broke into groups to develop preferred concept designs, considering tools like traffic calming, complete streets elements, and green infrastructure. Recommendations included a realigned intersection, platform crossing, bump-outs, bollards, signs, and on-street parking. Extensive community engagement and partnership with local groups was cited as critical to the project's success.
This document outlines an agenda for a workshop on inclusive community engagement. The workshop features several presenters from planning organizations who will discuss why inclusive engagement is important, how approaches need to change with the times, and stories of engagement efforts. Attendees will then break into small groups to discuss an assigned engagement scenario and report back. The goals are to emphasize that input leads to better plans, communities have a right to participate, and planners must stay alert to engagement opportunities while upholding principles of transparency and genuineness.
E3 humpharies c 2nd presenter - lec sneapa final presentation2Planning_1
This document outlines issues and proposed projects related to coastal erosion and access in the Town of Chilmark, Massachusetts. Stakeholders include the town and local landowners. Two immediate problems are loss of beach access and public beach. The goal is adaptive management and managed retreat. Proposed projects include removing coastal structures, relocating roads and utilities, and reconstructing dunes and wetlands. Three long-term solutions are discussed: removing coastal structures, restoring the barrier beach, and constructing a sustainable access road or bridge permitted under local and state regulations.
This document presents a branding and wayfinding design for Rhode Island created by Roll Barresi & Associates. It includes branding elements like colors, typography and logos inspired by Rhode Island's nautical and historic influences. It also outlines sign structures, forms and materials, as well as locations that would feature the signage around the state. The design aims to create a unified identity and improve wayfinding to sites throughout Rhode Island.
This document discusses the importance of maintaining infrastructure and the aesthetics of communities. It notes that neglected environments can encourage crime and discourage economic development, while ongoing maintenance acts as a deterrent. The program aims to improve roadways through public art, signage, lighting, landscaping, and painting to create a unique identity for Rhode Island and aid economic growth. Maintaining an attractive community improves quality of life.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, public transportation routes, and bridges based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet, and 5 feet of sea level rise. The top 10 most vulnerable state-owned roads, RIPTA bus routes, and bridges were identified. Adaptation strategies such as protecting, accommodating, and retreating from vulnerable assets were also discussed. The project aims to help prioritize spending, planning, and goal-setting to enhance resilience of transportation infrastructure.
This document appears to be a master plan for Central Falls, Rhode Island. It includes sections on mapping the atlas, recreational destinations along the riverfront, proposed designs for Jenk's Park including an existing conditions diagram and two scheme options, plans for a north-south and east-west section, a proposed water collection system and plans for "The Falls". It was created through a collaboration between Rhode Island School of Design and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana for their 2014 summer academy program in Central Falls.
The document summarizes a presentation on using market analysis to inform transfer of development rights (TDR) strategies. It discusses the importance of conducting a market analysis to understand real estate demand and establish the value of TDR credits. The presentation outlines the methodology for the market analysis, including examining real estate trends, socioeconomics, and fiscal impacts. It then provides results of the market analysis for North Kingstown, Rhode Island, showing slow population growth, rising incomes, and higher consumer spending in the area.
Rocco Youmans served in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1990, holding various roles including data processing technician and computer programmer. During his naval career, he was stationed on several ships and at various naval bases both within the United States and overseas. Following his retirement from both the Navy and civil service, he now enjoys traveling with his wife and staying active in his retirement community.
The document summarizes key recommendations for strengthening community resilience in the face of climate change impacts. It outlines 9 tips for planners, policymakers, and other organizations to use in preparing for and responding to climate change. The tips include strengthening social networks and community involvement, incorporating mental health into disaster preparation, developing trusted warning systems, paying attention to vulnerable groups, fostering optimism and a sense of safety, and being sensitive to displaced peoples' needs.
The Sanneh Foundation held a Captain's Camp training event on September 11, 2014 for 86 student athletes from multiple backgrounds and sports. An evaluation report found that participants highly rated the interactive sessions and presenters. Areas for improvement included increasing planning time, emphasizing session timing, and providing presenters with clear guidelines. Overall, the camp delivered high quality programming while successfully engaging participants in leadership, cultural competency, health, and college preparation. Attention to best practices and areas of improvement will help strengthen future camps.
This document discusses different types of learning. It defines learning as the acquisition of knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. It then outlines several theories and characteristics of learning, including classical conditioning, operant conditioning, observational learning, cognitive learning, social learning, and enculturation. The document also discusses non-associative learning, associative learning, episodic learning, multimedia learning, rote learning, generalization, discrimination, and reinforcement. Learning is described as a psychological process that determines behavior according to theories developed by psychologists like Stephen Robbins and Ivan Pavlov.
The document discusses crafting a "whole community" approach to natural hazard mitigation and climate adaptation. It summarizes the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association and its goal of bringing together groups interested in these issues. Key themes discussed include thinking about problems in a systems manner, collaboration among diverse groups, and developing incentives for safe behavior. The document advocates for moving beyond minimum standards to prioritize community safety and resilience.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, bridges, bus routes and other infrastructure based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet and 5 feet of sea level rise. The highest ranking assets were identified for each category. Analysis found the top vulnerable roads often function as evacuation routes. The most exposed bus route carries over 300,000 weekly riders. Adaption strategies like protecting, accommodating or retreating from vulnerable assets are proposed. Findings aim to inform spending, planning and goal-setting to enhance resilience.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, public transportation routes, and bridges based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet, and 5 feet of sea level rise. The top 10 most vulnerable state-owned roads, RIPTA bus routes, and bridges were identified. Adaptation strategies such as protecting, accommodating, and retreating from vulnerable assets were also discussed. The project aims to help prioritize spending, planning, and goal-setting to enhance resilience of transportation infrastructure.
The document summarizes a study conducted in Somerville, Massachusetts to develop a stormwater asset management system using GIS. Key findings include:
- Tree cover ranges from 9.6-30.5% across Somerville neighborhoods and provides an estimated $8.6 million in annual stormwater savings.
- Trees reduce runoff volumes by 40%, peak flows by 40%, and time of concentration by 20% on average.
- The system helps identify priority areas for stormwater management and potential water quality benefits of future BMP investments.
The document discusses low impact development (LID) as an alternative to conventional stormwater management. LID aims to mimic natural water flows by using small-scale stormwater management techniques to filter and infiltrate runoff close to its source. Some LID practices mentioned include bioretention cells, permeable pavements, green roofs, and rainwater harvesting. The document notes that while initial costs may be higher, LID can reduce long-term infrastructure costs and provide other environmental benefits compared to conventional stormwater approaches. It provides resources for learning more about implementing LID strategies.
Shoreline Change Special Area Management Plan (Beach SAMP) Stakeholder Meeting. Held on July 14, 2015. The purpose of the meeting was to review progress to date on development of tools, and discuss the next phase of the Beach SAMP porject.
An Interdisciplinary team from the AIA and New England Municipal Sustainability Network worked with the community of Bath, Maine to produce a strategy for the downtown and waterfront to address sea level rise and future development
Projected Climate Change Impacts for Rhode Island’s Coast: A Summary of the S...riseagrant
Learn the facts about climate change in Rhode Island, existing impacts, and near-term projections presented by Austin Becker, URI College of Environmental Life Sciences
The City of Gloucester has developed a vulnerability assessment and adaptation plan to address climate change risks. This builds on past efforts including a 2010 hazard mitigation plan and 2011-2012 LIDAR and GIS data collection. Key aspects of the plan include identifying critical infrastructure and assets, modeling sea level rise and storm surge flooding for 2030 and 2070, assessing risks, and developing adaptation strategies. High risk areas were prioritized and include the waste water treatment plant and certain pump stations. Long term recommendations include installing lock gates and strategically raising roads to protect low-lying areas including the treatment plant and schools. Funding was provided through various state and federal grants totaling over $500,000.
This document summarizes the results of a survey of streamside landowners in the Hudson Valley. Over 500 landowners completed the mail survey, while 50 non-respondents completed a phone survey. The majority of respondents owned over 500 feet of streamside land and had owned the land for over 10 years. Common uses of streamside land were woodlands, recreation, and natural beauty. Respondents reported experiencing occasional flooding, with most spending under $5,000 on flood repairs. Causes of flooding varied, with heavy rain seen as the primary cause. Respondents understood their risk of flooding but did not view flooding as a major current problem. Removing debris from streams was seen as the most positive stream management activity.
Landscape Position and Coastal Marsh Lossarogers1066
This document summarizes a study that examined how landscape features influence coastal marsh loss. The study analyzed over 160,000 hectares of marsh areas across the Atlantic coast and Chesapeake Bay using remote sensing data and statistical modeling. The results supported the hypotheses that marsh loss is correlated with greater distances from tidal creeks and uplands, as these factors reduce sediment delivery and nutrient supply to marshes. Marsh parcel size was also found to influence marsh loss rates.
This document discusses delivery of the Catchment Based Approach in urban environments. It includes presentations from various organizations on projects they have undertaken to improve water quality, reduce flood risk, and enhance habitats in urban catchments. Partnerships between different stakeholders are highlighted as important for achieving goals in urban areas where challenges include high population density, multiple land uses, and complex infrastructure networks. The benefits of a Catchment Based Approach for integrating work across land and water in cities are demonstrated through case studies of multi-partner projects.
Sustainability East hosted this event as part of a series of events across the country in partnership with ADEPT, the Department for Transport and Climate UK.
The document discusses low impact development (LID) as an alternative to conventional stormwater management. LID aims to mimic natural water flows by using techniques like bioretention cells, permeable pavements, green roofs and rainwater harvesting. These distributed small-scale practices help protect water quality and quantity by reducing effective impervious surfaces and preventing pollution from reaching waterways. The document provides examples of LID practices and research showing LID can reduce development costs compared to conventional approaches while providing environmental benefits.
Weather it Together - Lisa's Charrette PresentationLisa Craig
This document summarizes a planning charrette held in Annapolis, Maryland to address the challenges of rising sea levels and increased flooding. The charrette brought together local, state, and federal organizations to identify vulnerable historic and cultural resources, assess risks, and develop adaptation alternatives. Alternatives included land use planning, public education, natural protections, flood barriers, dry floodproofing, and elevating at-risk structures. The goal was to create a model process that could be applied in other historic coastal communities threatened by sea level rise.
The document summarizes a presentation on using market analysis to inform transfer of development rights (TDR) strategies. It discusses the importance of conducting a market analysis to understand real estate demand and establish the value of TDR credits. The presentation outlines the methodology for the market analysis, including examining real estate trends, socioeconomics, and fiscal impacts. It then provides results of the market analysis for North Kingstown, Rhode Island, showing slow population growth, rising incomes, and higher consumer spending in the area.
Rocco Youmans served in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1990, holding various roles including data processing technician and computer programmer. During his naval career, he was stationed on several ships and at various naval bases both within the United States and overseas. Following his retirement from both the Navy and civil service, he now enjoys traveling with his wife and staying active in his retirement community.
The document summarizes key recommendations for strengthening community resilience in the face of climate change impacts. It outlines 9 tips for planners, policymakers, and other organizations to use in preparing for and responding to climate change. The tips include strengthening social networks and community involvement, incorporating mental health into disaster preparation, developing trusted warning systems, paying attention to vulnerable groups, fostering optimism and a sense of safety, and being sensitive to displaced peoples' needs.
The Sanneh Foundation held a Captain's Camp training event on September 11, 2014 for 86 student athletes from multiple backgrounds and sports. An evaluation report found that participants highly rated the interactive sessions and presenters. Areas for improvement included increasing planning time, emphasizing session timing, and providing presenters with clear guidelines. Overall, the camp delivered high quality programming while successfully engaging participants in leadership, cultural competency, health, and college preparation. Attention to best practices and areas of improvement will help strengthen future camps.
This document discusses different types of learning. It defines learning as the acquisition of knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. It then outlines several theories and characteristics of learning, including classical conditioning, operant conditioning, observational learning, cognitive learning, social learning, and enculturation. The document also discusses non-associative learning, associative learning, episodic learning, multimedia learning, rote learning, generalization, discrimination, and reinforcement. Learning is described as a psychological process that determines behavior according to theories developed by psychologists like Stephen Robbins and Ivan Pavlov.
The document discusses crafting a "whole community" approach to natural hazard mitigation and climate adaptation. It summarizes the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association and its goal of bringing together groups interested in these issues. Key themes discussed include thinking about problems in a systems manner, collaboration among diverse groups, and developing incentives for safe behavior. The document advocates for moving beyond minimum standards to prioritize community safety and resilience.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, bridges, bus routes and other infrastructure based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet and 5 feet of sea level rise. The highest ranking assets were identified for each category. Analysis found the top vulnerable roads often function as evacuation routes. The most exposed bus route carries over 300,000 weekly riders. Adaption strategies like protecting, accommodating or retreating from vulnerable assets are proposed. Findings aim to inform spending, planning and goal-setting to enhance resilience.
This document summarizes a project to assess the vulnerability of Rhode Island's transportation assets to sea level rise. It developed methods to rank roads, public transportation routes, and bridges based on their exposure to flooding from 1 foot, 3 feet, and 5 feet of sea level rise. The top 10 most vulnerable state-owned roads, RIPTA bus routes, and bridges were identified. Adaptation strategies such as protecting, accommodating, and retreating from vulnerable assets were also discussed. The project aims to help prioritize spending, planning, and goal-setting to enhance resilience of transportation infrastructure.
The document summarizes a study conducted in Somerville, Massachusetts to develop a stormwater asset management system using GIS. Key findings include:
- Tree cover ranges from 9.6-30.5% across Somerville neighborhoods and provides an estimated $8.6 million in annual stormwater savings.
- Trees reduce runoff volumes by 40%, peak flows by 40%, and time of concentration by 20% on average.
- The system helps identify priority areas for stormwater management and potential water quality benefits of future BMP investments.
The document discusses low impact development (LID) as an alternative to conventional stormwater management. LID aims to mimic natural water flows by using small-scale stormwater management techniques to filter and infiltrate runoff close to its source. Some LID practices mentioned include bioretention cells, permeable pavements, green roofs, and rainwater harvesting. The document notes that while initial costs may be higher, LID can reduce long-term infrastructure costs and provide other environmental benefits compared to conventional stormwater approaches. It provides resources for learning more about implementing LID strategies.
Shoreline Change Special Area Management Plan (Beach SAMP) Stakeholder Meeting. Held on July 14, 2015. The purpose of the meeting was to review progress to date on development of tools, and discuss the next phase of the Beach SAMP porject.
An Interdisciplinary team from the AIA and New England Municipal Sustainability Network worked with the community of Bath, Maine to produce a strategy for the downtown and waterfront to address sea level rise and future development
Projected Climate Change Impacts for Rhode Island’s Coast: A Summary of the S...riseagrant
Learn the facts about climate change in Rhode Island, existing impacts, and near-term projections presented by Austin Becker, URI College of Environmental Life Sciences
The City of Gloucester has developed a vulnerability assessment and adaptation plan to address climate change risks. This builds on past efforts including a 2010 hazard mitigation plan and 2011-2012 LIDAR and GIS data collection. Key aspects of the plan include identifying critical infrastructure and assets, modeling sea level rise and storm surge flooding for 2030 and 2070, assessing risks, and developing adaptation strategies. High risk areas were prioritized and include the waste water treatment plant and certain pump stations. Long term recommendations include installing lock gates and strategically raising roads to protect low-lying areas including the treatment plant and schools. Funding was provided through various state and federal grants totaling over $500,000.
This document summarizes the results of a survey of streamside landowners in the Hudson Valley. Over 500 landowners completed the mail survey, while 50 non-respondents completed a phone survey. The majority of respondents owned over 500 feet of streamside land and had owned the land for over 10 years. Common uses of streamside land were woodlands, recreation, and natural beauty. Respondents reported experiencing occasional flooding, with most spending under $5,000 on flood repairs. Causes of flooding varied, with heavy rain seen as the primary cause. Respondents understood their risk of flooding but did not view flooding as a major current problem. Removing debris from streams was seen as the most positive stream management activity.
Landscape Position and Coastal Marsh Lossarogers1066
This document summarizes a study that examined how landscape features influence coastal marsh loss. The study analyzed over 160,000 hectares of marsh areas across the Atlantic coast and Chesapeake Bay using remote sensing data and statistical modeling. The results supported the hypotheses that marsh loss is correlated with greater distances from tidal creeks and uplands, as these factors reduce sediment delivery and nutrient supply to marshes. Marsh parcel size was also found to influence marsh loss rates.
This document discusses delivery of the Catchment Based Approach in urban environments. It includes presentations from various organizations on projects they have undertaken to improve water quality, reduce flood risk, and enhance habitats in urban catchments. Partnerships between different stakeholders are highlighted as important for achieving goals in urban areas where challenges include high population density, multiple land uses, and complex infrastructure networks. The benefits of a Catchment Based Approach for integrating work across land and water in cities are demonstrated through case studies of multi-partner projects.
Sustainability East hosted this event as part of a series of events across the country in partnership with ADEPT, the Department for Transport and Climate UK.
The document discusses low impact development (LID) as an alternative to conventional stormwater management. LID aims to mimic natural water flows by using techniques like bioretention cells, permeable pavements, green roofs and rainwater harvesting. These distributed small-scale practices help protect water quality and quantity by reducing effective impervious surfaces and preventing pollution from reaching waterways. The document provides examples of LID practices and research showing LID can reduce development costs compared to conventional approaches while providing environmental benefits.
Weather it Together - Lisa's Charrette PresentationLisa Craig
This document summarizes a planning charrette held in Annapolis, Maryland to address the challenges of rising sea levels and increased flooding. The charrette brought together local, state, and federal organizations to identify vulnerable historic and cultural resources, assess risks, and develop adaptation alternatives. Alternatives included land use planning, public education, natural protections, flood barriers, dry floodproofing, and elevating at-risk structures. The goal was to create a model process that could be applied in other historic coastal communities threatened by sea level rise.
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This document provides an overview and analysis of coastal green infrastructure opportunities for Westchester Creek in the Bronx. It begins with background on the degraded environmental conditions and increasing flood risks facing the creek. The author then outlines their project framework, which includes working with local groups to understand concerns and empower community participation in water management plans. Through physical surveys and interviews, the author assesses existing creek conditions and regulatory plans. The document then defines coastal green infrastructure and reviews case studies of its use for flood mitigation and water quality improvement. Finally, the author proposes implementing coastal green infrastructure at Westchester Creek to address flooding and pollution, with the goal of informing and engaging local stakeholders in the decision-making process.
California regulates stormwater through permits that establish requirements for construction sites. The state regulates stormwater as a pollutant and point source, requiring permits under the Clean Water Act. Regulations establish risk levels for construction sites based on sediment risk and receiving water risk. High risk sites have more stringent controls. Permits set numeric limits for turbidity and pH and require Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans. The state also regulates wetland and stream fill through policies of no net habitat loss, requiring replacement of impacted areas.
Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig, Senior Research Scientist, NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies Senior Research Scientist, Earth Institute at Columbia University Co-Chair Mayor Bloomberg’s Climate Change Commission Co-Director Urban Climate Change Research Network (UCCRN); National Institute for Coastal & Harbor Infrastructure, John F. Kennedy Center, Boston, Nov. 12, 2013: "The Triple Threat of Rising Sea Levels, Extreme Storms and Aging Infrastructure: Coastal Community Responses and The Federal Role" See http://www.nichiusa.org or http://www.nichi.us
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The document discusses engaging the public in improving the health of ponds in Brewster, Massachusetts. It outlines challenges like many ponds being surrounded by private property. It also describes strategies used in Brewster to educate residents and form citizen groups to address issues like stormwater runoff, fertilizer use, and septic systems impacting pond water quality. These efforts included public meetings, social media outreach, and helping interested groups organize independently while providing support. As a result, several new citizen groups have formed to advocate for pond stewardship.
The City of Milton, Massachusetts is facing increased flooding risks along the Granite River due to more intense rainfall and increased impervious surfaces from development. A recent major flood caused significant damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure. In response to concerns from residents and business owners, the mayor has tasked the City Planning Director with developing an approach to manage current and future flood risks through stakeholder engagement and climate adaptation planning.
The document summarizes different tools used in climate adaptation planning including risk assessments, stakeholder assessments, and role-play simulations. Risk assessments took climate data to highlight local vulnerabilities and opportunities to enhance resilience over short, medium, and long time periods. Stakeholder assessments engaged stakeholders to understand how climate impacts may affect different groups and identify barriers to action. Role-play simulations allowed participants to engage with simulated climate-related problems to gain insights and enhance relationships for collaboration on adaptation planning.
The document summarizes a session that discussed plans to improve connectivity in Marstons Mills, MA through corridor redesign. A group of professionals from the Town of Barnstable and consulting firms presented four options for redesigning the Cash Market intersection to improve safety, traffic flow, and the village atmosphere. The preferred option was a realigned intersection with a platform design to calm traffic and maintain parking. The project involved extensive community engagement to gather input and achieve consensus on the redesign plans.
The document summarizes different tools used in climate adaptation planning including risk assessments, stakeholder assessments, and role-play simulations. Risk assessments take climate data to highlight local vulnerabilities and opportunities to enhance resilience over short, medium, and long time periods. Stakeholder assessments engage stakeholders to understand how climate impacts may affect different groups and identify barriers to action. Role-play simulations allow decision-makers and others to engage with problems similar to real climate challenges through hypothetical scenarios.
The City of Milton, Massachusetts is facing increased flooding risks along the Granite River due to more intense rainfall and increased impervious surfaces from development. A recent major flood caused significant damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure. In response to concerns from residents and business owners, the mayor has tasked the City Planning Director with developing an approach to manage current and future flood risks through stakeholder engagement and climate adaptation planning.
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This document outlines a workshop on climate adaptation planning tools hosted by the New England Climate Adaptation Project. The workshop included an introduction to the project, a scenario exercise, and a presentation on adaptation planning tools such as risk assessments, stakeholder assessments, and role-playing simulations. A poll of New England residents found most are concerned about climate impacts but skeptical their towns can respond effectively. The workshop aimed to help communities better understand climate risks and consider how to incorporate adaptation into planning and decision-making.
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The document discusses Los Angeles' development of an Integrated Consolidated Plan. It aimed to guide neighborhood investment, leverage transit funding, and depoliticize decisions. Key aspects included educating officials, establishing working groups, holding workshops, and reorganizing agencies. The process focused on collaboration between leadership, staff, communities, and departments to connect plans and people.
The document outlines the idealized planning process, which typically involves 7 steps: 1) defining a problem or goal, 2) gathering information, 3) making projections and forecasts, 4) determining alternatives, 5) selecting a preferred strategy or course of action, 6) implementing the strategy or action, and 7) evaluating the results and repeating the process as needed. However, the document notes that the planning process is often not so straightforward in practice.
The document discusses Milford, CT's steps to integrate risk and resiliency into local planning based on FEMA's 4 core steps for hazard mitigation plan implementation. It summarizes Step 1 as forming partnerships between various city departments and agencies. Step 2 involves assessing risks such as flood zones, number of flood policies, and average premiums paid. Step 3 is to develop a mitigation plan by involving stakeholders and keeping risks as a focus. Step 4 is to implement the plan by applying for funding, preparing officials for costs, and committing future resources to mitigation efforts.
This document summarizes a conference on integrating hazard risk and mitigation into community planning. It discusses barriers to integration such as lack of public support, limited budgets, and lack of awareness of risks. The most important factors for effective integration are strong intergovernmental coordination, leadership support, risk awareness, understanding benefits of mitigation, and incentives. Key steps are to assess planning frameworks for resilience, engage stakeholders, establish integration goals, look for opportunities, and continually monitor and improve efforts. The document encourages attendees to apply these ideas in their own work.
This document summarizes the Highway Murals project on Route 95 in Pawtucket, RI. It describes the artist, Gretchen Dow Simpson, and her inspiration for the murals depicting the Blackstone River Corridor. It outlines the process of painting the first mural near Exit 27, including selecting the site and creating a photoshopped image of the proposed mural. For the second mural near Exit 29, the proportions of the photoshopped design did not match the actual curved wall, requiring them to hastily redesign the image to fit the space. The document provides an overview of the murals painted and acknowledges those involved in the project.
The document discusses the Rhode Island Gateway Improvement Project led by Jonathan Stevens as the Director of Special Projects for Governor Lincoln D. Chafee. The project aims to improve Rhode Island's gateways and entrances. It is mentioned 10 times, indicating it is a major initiative for the state.
This document summarizes Ronald Lee Fleming's views on placemaking and infrastructure projects. It advocates that 1) new infrastructure should strengthen communities rather than divide them, 2) artists should be involved in the planning process to craft narratives about place, and 3) a modest budget for public art can build community value and support for projects. The document provides examples of projects the Townscape Institute has worked on that transformed communities through enhancing streetscapes, parks, and public spaces. It recommends that future development should preserve and enhance the distinctive character of places.
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The document discusses plans to improve neighborhood health in a one mile corridor near downtown Stamford, Connecticut called the Vita Health & Wellness District. The plans aim to address social determinants of health by improving access to healthy foods, healthcare services, jobs and active living opportunities. Key strategies include developing an urban farm, community gardens, partnering with the local hospital, and ensuring new development integrates with the neighborhood through building placement and shared open spaces.
This document discusses several projects focused on cultivating multidisciplinary responses to coastal challenges in Rhode Island. It describes three design teams that participated in the Rebuild by Design competition to address issues in Narragansett Bay, including rising sea levels and increased storm severity by 2100. It also outlines opportunities for students at RISD to study complex urban ecologies and engage stakeholders through projects like Providence Digs and Aqueous Activism.
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The Popup Providence program provides small grants and support for temporary creative projects in neighborhoods across Providence, Rhode Island. The program aims to empower residents to reimagine public spaces, improve perceptions of neighborhoods, and instill community pride through quick, low-cost interventions. Selected projects have included pop-up parks, art installations, music studios, and more, activating underused spaces for 3 months to a year. The program has been successful in mobilizing social and organizational resources to explore urban planning ideas at minimal financial risk.
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A2 planning for a changing climate
1. Planning for a Changing Climate: Practical Approaches to Adaptation
Jen West, Coastal Training Program Coordinator, Narragansett Bay Research Reserve
Jon Reiner, former Director of Planning, Town of North Kingstown
Chris Witt, acting Supervising Planner, RI Statewide Planning Program
Chelsea Siefert, Principal Planner, RI Statewide Planning Program
2. Collectively Managing Climate Change Risks
New England Climate Adaptation Project
Jen West, Coastal Training Program Coordinator
Narragansett Bay Research Reserve
3.
4. Project Goals
Assess local climate change risks
Identify key challenges and opportunities for adaptation
Test the use of role-play simulations as a tool for educating the public about climate change threats and helping communities explore ways of enhancing their climate preparedness
5. Project Outputs
Public opinion polls
Summary Risk Assessment
Stakeholder Assessment
Tailored, science-based role-play simulation
Case study (in process)
6. Public Poll
Level of concern about climate risks
Perceived risk of climate change
7. Public Poll, con’t.
Importance of public involvement in climate adaptation decision-making
Agreement with using scientific projections in local decision- making
8. Public Poll, con’t.
Addressing climate risks in the city’s planning and decision—making processes: how significant it should be versus how significant it will actually be
9. Risk Assessment
“Downscaled” climate projections produced for:
Three time frames - Short term (2010 -2039) - Medium term (2040 -2069) - Long term (2070 -2099)
“Better case” (low emissions) and “worse case” (high emissions) climate change scenarios
A range of climate “indicators” - temperature, precipitation, sea level rise, etc.
10. Key Findings
Higher average temperatures
More extreme heat events, fewer extreme cold events
More extreme precipitation events
Wetter winters, drier summers
Significant sea level rise
11. What does this mean for Cranston?
Risk of riverine flooding
Risk of coastal flooding and storm surges
Risk of heat waves
Risk of drought
Threats to Cranston’s community, economy and ecosystems
12. Adaptation Options
Flood resilient building design
Wetland Restoration
Low impact development
Ex: flooding risk
16. Role-Play Simulation Outcomes
Concern about local climate change risks
Sense of local responsibility for preparing for and managing climate change risks
Confidence in ability of local government to take adaptation action
Participants’ understanding of other perspectives & appreciation for the need for stakeholder engagement
17. PLANNING FOR CLIMATE CHANGE IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
Jon Reiner, former Director of Planning Town of North Kingstown
18. SEA LEVEL RISE: TRANSPORTATION ASSET VULNERABILITY
Chris Witt, acting Supervising Planner RI Statewide Planning Program
19. •Provide an overview for state, local staff, and the public of the exposure of our transportation assets to sea level rise inundation
•Provide transportation stakeholders with best estimation of the exposure of specific roads
Project Objectives
•Develop desktop vulnerability method for ranking adaptation priorities
•ID state transportation assets at highest risk
20. Sea Level Rise Scenarios
3 Feet
1 Foot
5 Feet
DATA SOURCES
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Univ. of Rhode Island Environmental Data Center
METHOD
“Bathtub” model Vertical increase in sea level rise over existing terrain
24. Vulnerability Index: Basic Elements
Indicators
Scoring and weighting system
Gut check
Magnitude/urgency of physical hazard
Magnitude of social/transportation impact
25. For example…
Physical Impact Indicators
•Length/area flooded
•How soon asset will flood
•Age of infrastructure
•Elevation of infrastructure
•Condition of infrastructure
Social and Transportation Indicators
•Use level
•Capacity
•Existence of alternatives
30. RIPTA Route Vulnerability Findings
Top 11 RIPTA Routes Most Vulnerable to Sea Level Rise
Rank
#
Name
Ridership - Weekly
Frequency - Weekly Trips
SLR Scenario When Route First Impacted
Stops Flooded at 3 ft SLR
Stops Flooded at 5 ft SLR
Length Flooded at 5 ft
Vulnerability Index Score
1
60
PROVIDENCE/NEWPORT
332,983
551
1
5
33
15,918
10.0
2
66
URI/GALILEE
192,375
278
3
1
6
7,561
5.6
3
14
WEST BAY
85,518
190
3
2
9
8,660
5.2
4
33
RIVERSIDE
158,398
404
3
0
4
1,485
4.5
5
64
NEWPORT/URI
41,475
118
3
0
7
6,430
3.9
5
65
WAKEFIELD EXPRESS
28,935
55
3
1
4
5,605
3.9
7
3
WARWICK AVE
148,719
399
3
0
0
1,195
3.8
8
67
BELLEVUE MANSION/SALVE REGINS
54,220
514
5
0
1
2,576
3.7
9
32
EAST PROVIDENCE/WAMPANOAG
24,958
189
3
0
4
1,485
3.6
9
34
EAST PROVIDENCE
55,565
209
3
0
4
1,485
3.6
9
1
EDDY ST
197,685
516
5
0
0
801
3.6
31. Bridge Vulnerability Index
Indicator*
Type
Weight
Scoring
Freeboard
Hazard
0.25
Freeboard problem or unknown = 10; No problem = 0
Access
Hazard
0.2
Access problem = 10; no problem = 0
Height of freeboard
Hazard
0.1
less than 40" = 10; 41-75“ = 6; more than 75" = 2
Over MHHW
Hazard
0.2
Yes = 10; No = 0
Carries road facility
Social Impact
0
Carries road facility = 10; other = 0
AADT
Social Impact
0.25
0-1 = 0, 2-5000 = 3, 5000-15000 = 7, 15000+ = 10
32. Bridge Vulnerability Findings
Top 10 State-Owned Bridges Most Vulnerable to Sea Level Rise
Bridge Name
Town
Facility
Feature Intersected
Year Built
AADT
Inches of Freeboard4
Currently over tidal water?
Access Problem
Vulnerability Index Score
Barrington
Barrington
RI 114/103 CNTY RD
Barrington River
2009
26,000
74
Y
problem
9.6
Warren
Barrington
RI 114/103 CNTY RD
Warren River
1914
19,900
98
Y
problem
9
C.L. Hussey Memorial
North Kingstown
US 1A BSTN NCK RD
Wickford Cove
1925
9,100
48
Y
problem
8.85
Wickford
North Kingstown
US 1A Bstn Nck Rd
Academy Cove
1951
9,100
61
Y
problem
8.85
New Harbor Road
New Shoreham
Ocean Av
Trimms Pond
1925
7,000
70
Y
problem
8.85
New Shoreham
New Shoreham
Beach Av
Harbor Pond
1997
7,000
73
Y
problem
8.85
Barrington Parkway
East Providence
Veterans Mem Pkwy
Watchemoket Cove
1973
12,700
80
Y
problem
8.25
Bridgetown
Narragansett
Bridgetown Rd
Pettaquamscutt River
1934
9,800
86
Y
problem
8.25
Central
Barrington
Massasoit Av
Barrington River
1940
8,800
99
Y
problem
8.25
Silver Creek
Bristol
RI 114 Hope St
Tidal Inlet
1922
18,200
20
N
problem
8
33. General Adaptation Strategies
PROTECT
ACCOMODATE
RETREAT
DO NOTHING
Armor
Enhance natural protections
Accommodate in place
Realignment
34. How to Use Project Findings
Spending
•Asset management
•Project selection (TIP or CIP)
•Construction contracts
Planning
•Hazard mitigation plans
•Long range transportation plan
•Local comprehensive plans
Goal-setting
•MAP-21 performance measures
•Other performance management
36. Creating the Comprehensive Planning Guidance and Standards Manual
PROVIDING GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
Chelsea Siefert, Principal Planner RI Statewide Planning Program
37. Mandatory comprehensive planning in Rhode Island
All comp plans reviewed by RI Division of Planning and “approved” or “denied”
Manual provides review standards for all required topics
THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING GUIDANCE AND STANDARDS MANUAL
38. THE STEPS OF A VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT
Vulnerability Assessment: A tool to identify and prioritize the vulnerabilities that a system, asset or population faces in relation to a particular threat (i.e. climate change)
1.Determine scope, goals and scale of assessment
2.Gather relevant data and expertise
3.Assess vulnerability
Exposure: determine the nature and extent of the threat
Sensitivity: determine the ability of the system, asset or population to manage the exposure
Impact: determine the effect of exposure on the system, asset or population
4.Apply assessment results to decision-making
39. The plan must include an identification of areas that could be vulnerable to the effects of sea-level rise, flooding, storm damage, drought, or other natural hazards. Goals, policies, and implementation techniques must be identified that would help to avoid or minimize the effects that natural hazards pose to lives, infrastructure, and property.
Rhode Island General Laws subsection 45-22.2-6(10)
ADDRESSING NATURAL HAZARDS & CLIMATE CHANGE
40. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
What are the goals?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
To help communities become more resilient to natural hazards & climate change
To help communities identify specific techniques that can be used to avoid or minimize the effects that natural hazards pose to lives, infrastructure, and property (to include in comp plans)
BEFORE PREPARING THE GUIDANCE
41. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
Who is the audience?
What formats could the guidance take? Which is best?
Who should be involved in crafting the guidance?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
Municipal planners, Planning Boards interested residents
As part of a guidance manual currently underway
Statewide experts on natural hazards and climate change
BEFORE PREPARING THE GUIDANCE
42. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
What is required (by law, by regulation, etc.)?
In what framework will the guidance be used?
What resources are available?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
Identification of vulnerable areas
Goals, policies & implementation techniques
Must use the lens of comprehensive planning
Little to no extra resources for conducting assessments
Natural hazard and climate change maps in GIS
GUIDANCE ON THE ASSESSMENT SCOPE
43. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
What is the right scale for the assessment?
What impacts should be looked at when determining vulnerability?
What is the desired end result?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
Community-wide
Impacts to populations and government functions
Identification of major issues that natural hazards and climate change will create
GUIDANCE ON THE ASSESSMENT SCOPE
44. Scope: A preliminary community vulnerability assessment
Looks at exposure, sensitivity and impacts of individual assets to estimate overall community “vulnerability”
Includes impacts to populations and government functions
Identifies major “issues” that may be caused by natural hazards and climate change trends
GUIDANCE ON THE ASSESSMENT SCOPE
45. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
Who should be involved in conducting the assessment?
What expertise/knowledge already exists?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
Planning department staff
Local hazard mitigation officer
Local department heads (all)
State agency officials (where relevant)
Local hazard mitigation plans
State hazard mitigation plan
ADVICE ON DATA AND EXPERTISE
46. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
What data is available?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
1’, 3’ and 5’ sea level rise scenarios in GIS
Future sea level rise estimates
Worst-case hurricane inundation maps in GIS
1% and .2% flood maps in GIS
Other GIS data: infrastructure, facilities, public buildings, public lands, recreational areas, locations of emergency services
ADVICE ON DATA AND EXPERTISE
47. QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
What data is not available?
EXAMPLE: COMP PLANNING MANUAL
GIS data showing exposure to other climate change trends:
Increased riverine flooding
Increased storm surge
20-year data on climate change trends that are not geographically-specific:
Longer periods of high heat and more high heat days
Longer periods of drought
More frequent precipitation events
ADVICE ON DATA AND EXPERTISE
48. Guidance should provide:
A model process that can be used to conduct the assessment
Tools to assist in the process
Example Process: Comp Planning Manual
Step 1 - Identify the infrastructure, assets, resources and populations that may be vulnerable
Step 2 - Assess the potential effects of priority natural hazards and climate change trends on the community
Step 3 - Prioritize the issues that the municipality would face in the event of future natural hazards and long-term climate change
GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
49. Step 1 - Identify the infrastructure, assets, resources and populations that may be vulnerable
Overlay the maps of the areas that will be exposed to sea level rise and flooding with maps showing various components of the community to determine what lies within those areas
Consider all infrastructure, assets, resources and populations to determine if they are likely to be impacted by any other priority natural hazard and climate change trends
GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
52. Step 2 - Assess the potential effects of priority natural hazards and climate change trends on the community
Determine which natural hazards and climate change trends are most likely to impact the community
Determine which components of the community, if impacted, would
Cause the most disruption to the community
Have the greatest effect on quality of life
Cause the most costly or irreparable damage
Assess severity of impacts:
The permanence of the impact (permanent, temporary, temporary until repaired, etc.);
The number of people and/or businesses that will likely be affected by the impact;
Whether any special populations will be unduly harmed by the impact; and
Whether any community functions and/or values (i.e. public health and safety, education, tourism) will be impacted
GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
56. Step 3 - Prioritize the issues that the municipality would face in the event of future natural hazards and long-term climate change
GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
Determine priority
Assess adaptive capacity
Determine need
Assess onset
57. Adaptive Capacity – Guiding Questions
Generally, how prepared is the community to survive, recover and/or function if the resource is impacted?
Are there currently actions in progress, planned, ready for implementation or being implemented to address the projected impact?
If the actions are not being implemented, how long until implementation begins? What resources will be necessary for implementation?
To what extent are the actions addressing the potential impact? Is it enough?
Could the policy or program be strengthened to better address the potential impact or to address additional impacts?
Is the community prepared to handle the impacts to populations and/or community functions and values in some other way?
GUIDANCE ON ASSESSING VULNERABILITY
63. Include discussion of priority issues within the comprehensive plan:
Discuss the priority impacts within the comprehensive plan, including the ways in which the municipality will address the impacts
Determine the most appropriate policies and implementation actions for addressing the impacts
Provided examples of goals, policies and actions
HELP WITH APPLYING THE ASSESSMENT RESULTS TO DECISION-MAKING
64. SMALL GROUP EXERCISES
Scenario-based Engagement
Comprehensive Planning
Data-driven Assessment
Providing Guidance
65. Jen West, Coastal
Coastal Training Program Coordinator, NBNERR
jennifer@nbnerr.org
(401) 222-4700, x7413
Jon Reiner
former Director of Planning, Town of North Kingstown
JReiner@groton-ct.gov
Chris Witt
acting Supervising Planner, RI Statewide Planning Program
Chris.witt@doa.ri.gov
(401) 222-5759
Chelsea Siefert
Principal Planner, RI Statewide Planning Program
Chelsea.siefert@doa.ri.gov
(401) 222-4721
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