Maplewood has a long history of working to be a "green" city. Perhaps you have seen some of our over 600 rainwater gardens which have been installed through out the city or maybe you were involved in Maplewood's recent update of the wetland buffer ordinance. These are both efforts to enhance or protect our surface water resources. The problem is that even with over 600 rainwater gardens and protections of wetlands more is needed. We will not have the type of impact that is needed until and unless we all work to make our yards part of the solution and not part of the problem.
If you wish to learn more about what others are doing and what you can do you should consider becoming involved in the Extreme Green Makeover. This is an effort to provide information and resources to create sustainable yards in Maplewood. There is also one lucky Maplewood home owner who will win a $15,000 green yard makeover.
The kickoff event will be held at the Ramsey County Library on Thursday, March 18, 6:30- 8:30pm. The library is located by the Maplewood Mall at 3025 Southlawn Drive. At this event you will be able to see a presentation of residential landscapes, learn how to apply to win the Green Yard Makeover, and meet the landscape designer from Earthworks. There will be some refreshments and door prizes.
Pre-registration is appreciated by calling 651-249-2170.
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