Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Donation
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to accept from Connor Ho the donation of five (5) nesting boxes with an estimated total value of $600.00 as an Eagle Scout Project to be used at John Paul Landing Park.
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Background and Discussion:
A duck nesting box is a man-made structure that provides a safe place for ducks to nest. They can help increase local populations of ducks and other birds, especially in areas where natural nesting sites are scarce.
Ducks, like the black-bellied whistling ducks that frequent the park, typically build their nests in tree cavities or abandoned woodpecker holes. However, in many areas, these ducks have difficulty finding suitable natural nesting sites.
Expected Impact:
The nesting boxes provide a place for the black-bellied whistling ducks to safely nest, as well as an opportunity to educate the public about this species' unique habits and conservation needs. This project is beneficial to John Paul Landing Park as it provides an opportunity to increase the duck population in the nature reserve.
Alternative Options:
If the boxes are not provided, the ducks will have to find an alternative location to build their nests, possibly in an area that is more hostile and dangerous to the birds.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
X Environment
X Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Location: John Paul Landing Park
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