Things You Can Do Now
- Reduce, reuse, and recycle to minimize waste; start a compost; adopt a neighborhood park or storm drain (www.ci.golden valley.mn.us/environment).
- Properly dispose of hazardous materials (www.co.hennepin.mn.us).
- Attend a Hennepin County environmental seminar (www.co.hennepin.mn.us).
- Reduce application of fertilizer, deicer, herbicides, and pesticides in your yard.
- Use native plants for landscaping. Plant trees, shrubs, or ground covers to increase the amount of water that soaks into the ground.
- Use alternative or mass transit.
- Practice water conservation.
- Learn about Golden Valley's watershed (www.bassettcreekwmo.org) and how to help protect local waterways.
- Celebrate Arbor Day, Earth Day, or World Water Day by doing something for the environment.
- Start a family, neighborhood, or service club tree planting program.
- Create an environmental awareness group.
Supporting Themes and Ideas
Waste and Pollution
Green and Open Spaces
Surface Water
Beauty and Urban Design
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