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5. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION <br />Advance responsible stewardship of the community's natural, cultural, <br />and historical resources through varied environmentally friendly <br />policies and practices. <br />A. ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP -Set the standard by demonstrating <br />responsible stewardship of the environment, including our rivers, aquifers, <br />and other sensitive features. <br />Incorporate green stormwater and water/energy conservation <br />infrastructure on CIP projects. <br />ii. Ensure that applicable City staff is equipped and trained to readily <br />identify and respond to releases (i.e. sewer discharges, chemical spills, <br />etc.) that may cause negative impacts to rivers and aquifers. <br />iii. Incorporate environmental stewardship into new and existing City <br />facilities and master plans. <br />iv. Develop and promote programs that protect and promote <br />environmental stewardship, including the implementation of a single <br />use beverage container ban on and near the San Marcos River. <br />V. Employ strategies to combat air pollution to mitigate health risks to <br />residents. <br />vi. Increase communication and education about water rebate programs. <br />vii. Explore harmonization of drought stages across the region. <br />B. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY GROWTH -Promote environmental <br />protections and sustainable building practices through codes and processes. <br />i. Utilize the Preferred Scenario Map to guide growth in the community. <br />ii. Pursue strategies for water education and enforcement. <br />iii. Incorporate concepts from the currently adopted Comprehensive Plan <br />into the Stormwater Technical Manual and the Land Development <br />Code. <br />14 <br />