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We invented zoning. And the cost of running a city is based on the linear feet of sewer, water, sidewalks, and roads. Walkable cities not only create more of a sense of community, but they're less expensive to operate. So, why are we having so much trouble updating our zoning ordinances to reflect how our lifestyles and communities are evolving?

“The cost of running a city is the linear feet of everything … of sewer and water and sidewalk and roads …” In order to create more sustainable and affordable places to live, cities need to continue improving how they plan for and account for their infrastructure. #localgov #municipalfinance #cityplanning

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World War II was a rallying cry for the country. The history of heroic deeds and world-changing battles has been studied extensively and cataloged in museums, history textbooks and family homes across the United States. However, one lasting result of the war that might not be as well known is its impact on the dry cleaning industry and our environment. The availability of TCE, a popular dry cleaning chemical during the 1930s and 40s, diminished during the war, leading cleaners to switch to something more readily available. The unintended consequences of this switch linger in the ground to this day, causing health and safety concerns across the country. Learn all about the history of dry cleaning, vapor intrusion and how the DNR is leading the way in minimizing these environmental risks in the spring issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine: https://lnkd.in/gaGCfdNE

Butterflies are beautiful and delicate creatures that we generally see in our gardens. They play a vital role in the environment. They pollinate flowers by carrying pollen from one to another, which allows them to grow. It helps create new plants and gives food to other animals. They also act as natural environment indicators that tell us whether the particular environment is healthy or not. Here we will look into more detail about what butterflies do for the environment. 🌷🦋

Adding butterfly-friendly plants to your ecosystem and container gardening can be one way to support butterflies. From WildYards, "30 Plants and Flowers For The Perfect Butterfly Garden." https://lnkd.in/d3XpQZBP  But make sure the plants are beneficial and native to your area. For example, the Butterfly Bush is a hardy plant species, but in Washington State the Washington Invasive Species Council lists it as a noxious weed.  https://lnkd.in/djmuEPkx #ecosystemrestoration #nativeplantgarden #butterflies

One of the many joys of life - butterflies! The media, when portraying biodiversity loss, often use examples of captivating mammals such as tigers, rhinos and whales. While they are of course incredibly important, few people will have the privilege to every see one in the wild. This can influence the urgency people put on the topic of biodiversity loss, simply because one does not normally encounter a rhino in the streets of, for example, Amsterdam. You can't blame them! Biodiversity goes much further of course and if you look closely, biodiversity is also present in our busy cities. Consider butterflies on a nice summer day. Not only do they provide crucial pollination services for our ecosystems, but they also make us feel good by being in their presence. While a butterfly might be less captivating then a tiger, they are equally important for a functioning planet. Open you eyes and see whether, instead, you can see a Tiger Mimic Queen flapping through your street today!

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The numbers published in the Bourbon Economic Impact Report are a testament to the collective efforts of so many Kentuckians. The history of the Commonwealth is a story of resilience and progress, & the Bourbon industry continues to help write that story. https://lnkd.in/dQWBgGK7

Butter in the United States can look different from region to region. Challenge is proud to be offered coast to coast, but the shape from west to east varies. Here's why: https://lnkd.in/gS-hiR8q