G.12 Landscape Recognition ProgramLandscape
Recognition
Program
RECOMMEND THAT THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
DIRECT STAFF TO IMPLEMENT AN ANNUAL
LANDSCAPE RECOGNITION PROGRAM
Background
Municipal code mandates that all residential and commercial developments have landscaped areas.
The current code allows for broad discretion in how individuals utilize landscaping to enhance their property.
This program would recognize creative and aesthetically pleasing installations.
Program
Description
Self-nomination, nomination by
residents, as well as nomination by
City Staff (Code Enforcement).
Selection will occur in the Fall in
even numbered years, and Spring
in odd numbered years.
Candidates will be screened to
ensure there are no code violations
and businesses have appropriate
licenses.
Criteria for
Selection
General Appearance
Creative or Unique Design
Use of Native Plants
Use of color
Criteria for
Selection
Specialized gardens such as
rain gardens, vegetable or herb
gardens
Water conservation
techniques
Complimentary use of
hardscape and landscape
elements.
Selection
Process
Initial screening will be done by the
Planning Commission and a pool
of no more than 10 candidates will
be forwarded to the City Council.
City Council will select the
recipients.
Awards
Recipients will receive a $100
gift card at a local nursery or
gardening center.
Will also receive a yard sign
that they may place in their
yard for the year as recognition
of their award.