In this part of the project, we will look into the future and make propo-sitions for improving the quality, connectivity, and functioning of the urban forest in the study areas.

Learning objectives• Learn to think in design terms i.e. respond to the analytical informa-tion with future propositions that will repair and improve on the existing conditions

A. SITE-WIDE PROPOSITIONSResponding to your team’s diagnosis of your study area, your team will make site-wide propositions for how to make significant improvements to the green networks and fabric of your study area:

• What strategies can be undertakend to improve the quantity and qual-ity of the green fabric (urban forest)?• What are the opportunites to improve the connectivity between the green patches in your study area?• What are some design strategies to improve the habitat quantity and quality in your study area?• Are there locations where green infrastructure can be employed to improve rainwater management and gain other benefits?• What can be done (with vegetation) to improve aesthetic and spatial qualities of your urban environment?+ Anything else you wish to recommend...

POLICY CONTEXT:Situate your propositions in the relevant policy context. Find at least three municipal goals or targets that your propositions support and help to accomplish. For example, the City’s goal to plant 150,000 new trees by 2020 is a relevant target. See the lists of policy documents below.Clearly list these goals or targets and state how your propositions help to accomplish them.

METRICS: Select three relevant indicators of performance from those you did pre-

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viously in the analysis phase and ESTIMATE the revised performance of your study area after your propositions have been implemented.

For example, How much would tree canopy cover increase over existing?How many more habitat “sites” are there in your study area?How has habitat connectivity improved? How much has human connectivity (active modes of movement) im-proved?How much more of the study area is within 100 meters or 450 meters of “nature”?Have you increased areas of green vs gray land cover (as % of study area)?

CONTENTS OF TEAM PROPOSITIONSMaps: Represent your site-wide propositions on one or two maps ac-companied text explanations. At least one map should be at the same scale as your analytical maps. Additional more detailed maps of portions of the site are fine. Maps should include clear graphics with legends. In the final report include text explanations of each major proposition. Photos of target sites will be helpful.

Metrics: As with Part 1, integrate your representations of the metrics with your maps and discussion of your propositions (This applies to your presentation as well as to the final report.).

B. INDIVIDUAL ZOOM STUDIESEach student will undertake a “zoom study.” A Zoom Study is a more detailed proposition for a small area of your study area. Zoom studies should look at an area of 500 - 1000 square meters - equal to the size of a “habitat site” in the City of Vancouver (.05 - .1 ha.).

To help determine zoom study topics and sites, teams should discuss which areas or aspects of their propositions would benefit from more detailed study. Each zoom study should elucidate and support the team propositions. These might be focused on improving the tree canopy, en-hancing biodiversity introducing green infrastructure, improving biophil-ia etc. Most propositions should include multiple functions and services.

Individuals should each take a different study.

ZOOM STUDY PROPOSALS:Following from the team discussions and decisions about individual zoom studies, each student will prepare a proposal for his or her zoom study. This will be maximum 1 page including illustrations.

Include:- topic or focus of the study- the study site- what site is the focus of this study? (include a small im-

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Portland Metro, Green Streets: In-novative Solutions for Stormwater and Stream Crossings, 2002.

age to show where it is)- what is the proposed content — is it a design proposition? a manag-ment proposal? or ..?

Deadline: November 23, midnight. Submit a 1 page pdf to the Connect site. You are welcome to submit your proposal earlier. This proposal will not be graded- you will receive constructive feedback on your proposal.

PRECEDENTS- part of Zoom Study:Include a few example precedents with your zoom study— these are built works which both illustrate your propositions and provide ground-ing (real examples exist). These should be integrated with your zoom study.

Precedent: Any example built or professionally designed project which is instructive to your proposition and helps to illustrate what you have in mind is viable. Be sure to include both images and text explanation. Numerous examples have been presented in class. For example, the projects presented by Nick Page are examples of habitat restoration. Web sites such as Low Impact Development, US EPA Green Infrastruc-ture, US EPA Green Streets (epa.gov/G3/learn-about-green-streets ), American Forests, etc. also discuss precedents. Properly source both the information and the images.

ECOSYSTEM SERVICES- part of Zoom Study:Each student should comment on which ecosystem services were targeted with the zoom study proposal and how they will be enhanced through the proposition. Keep this succinct.

PROJECT 2 DELIVERABLES- TWO FINAL PRODUCTS:1. Each team will present their analysis (part 1) and propositions (Part 2) to the class on one of three dates: November 14, November 16, or November 21.

2. For the final submission this term, each team will also prepare and submit a final report of their analysis and propositions. The work of the class will then be assembled into two mega reports- the UBC work will be assembled into one report and the City of Vancouver work will be as-sembled into a second report. The work of the class will then be shared with our contact people at UBC and the Vancouver Parks Board. The UBC Report will also be placed in the on-line SEEDS library.

REPORT FORMAT:A Final Report template will be provided on the blog. Each team will plug in their information for Project 2, Parts 1 and 2. Zoom Studies should be a maximum of four pages of the final report (including the ecosystem services matrix).

Cambie Corridor Plan 2011, City of Vancouver

Green Features Diagram. Seattle Housing Authority, High Point, Seattle.

GRADUATE STUDENT TEAM LEADERSGraduate students will serve as team leaders and will help to coordinate the work of the team. They will also be the primary presenters of the team’s work.

Team leaders should meet with Cynthia at least once between October 26 and November 14. Please email Cynthia for an appointment.

DEADLINES:PRESENTATIONS:Teams wil be assigned a presentation date on November 14, November 16, or November 21. UBC groups will present on November 14. Other groups will be scheduled well ahead of time.

Presentations will be 10 minutes and should summarize the analysis, diagnosis and the team propositions with metrics.

The proposed zoom studies (topics and sites) should be presented on November 14, 16, 21. The content of the zoom studies will be complet-ed for the final report.

FINAL SUBMISSION:Final reports are due December 11, 2017 by midnight.

BASIS FOR EVALUATION:(Project 2 Part 1, 20% of grade) See Project 2, Part 1 assignment.

Project 2 Part 2:• Part 2 presentation is clear, informative, understandable, within time limit.• Propositions are insightful, well grounded in context and logical re-sponses to the background analysis by the team.• Final report is neat, well organized, clearly written and complete.

Individual zoom studies:• Zoom study is thoughtful and grounded in team analysis and proposi-tions• Study includes adequate depth and is supported by precedents • Study is well written and illustrated• Ecosystem services summary is clear

Project 2 Part 2 grading:Final presentation: 10% (Graduate students- 20%)Final report submission: 15% (Team)Individual zoom studies: 15%

For references, see Project 2, Part 1 assignment.

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