A report on how collaboration and knowledge-sharing across jurisdictional boundaries was used to Implement treatments to strategically control existing infestations and minimize spread in areas where invasive buffelgrass has not yet become established
The region of Central Arizona has a legacy of open spaces that have supported Arizona’s rapid growth to
this present day. Still, park systems’ growth and operating resources have not kept pace with population
and economic recovery since the 2008 recession. This limited financial capacity and additional demand,
compromise stewardship success in treasured natural areas and diminish quality visitor experiences
for residents and visitors alike. Therefore, Sonoran Institute (SI), in partnership with the Central Arizona
Conservation Alliance (CAZCA), investigated the “state of the parks” within the region to identify the areas of
greatest need among natural, desert open space parks.
The Regional Open Space Strategy (ROSS) is a first iteration road map and action agenda. It is in no way exhaustive. It lays out fundamental initial steps toward unified, cohesive, regional open space conservation, but acknowledges there still exists gaps in information, collaboration, and coordination. In the ROSS, we put forward clear, concise objectives and specific on-the-ground, highly achievable strategies inclusive of the social, cultural, environmental values of communities. When fully implemented, the ROSS will deliver a connected, distinctive, well-managed open space network that will enhance the unique character of the region and enable Maricopa County to realize the full benefits of open space for people, environment, and economy. This is the 2018 update.
The Regional Open Space Strategy (ROSS) is a first iteration road map and action agenda. It is in no way exhaustive. It lays out fundamental initial steps toward unified, cohesive, regional open space conservation, but acknowledges there still exists gaps in information, collaboration, and coordination. In the ROSS, we put forward clear, concise objectives and specific on-the-ground, highly achievable strategies inclusive of the social, cultural, environmental values of communities. When fully implemented, the ROSS will deliver a connected, distinctive, well-managed open space network that will enhance the unique character of the region and enable Maricopa County to realize the full benefits of open space for people, environment, and economy. This is the 2019 update.
An article by the Sonoran Quarterly on the work the Desert Botanical Desert and the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance for their 80th anniversary edition.
The Central Arizona Conservation Alliance hosts a critical public policy and management conversation regarding the future of one of Arizona’s great natural assets –its Sonoran Desert Preserves. Panelists discuss a range of issues, opportunities, and challenges for the desert preserve system of the Phoenix metropolitan area and beyond.
Learn how Floristic Quality Assessment (FQA) can help us better understand and evaluate the ecological health of natural areas across Maricopa County.
Learn how to identify and remove London rocket!
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