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    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Justice Impacted People
    People with Disabilities
    Limited English Speakers
    Immigrants/ Migrants
    Veterans
    LGBTQ+ People
    Parents
    Unhoused People
    Low Income People
    Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color
    Everyone
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    The monarch butterfly, a vital pollinator and symbol of natural beauty, is facing a critical decline, possibly extinction, particularly in urban environments like NYC. This decline is largely attributed to pesticide use, habitat loss, specifically the dwindling availability of milkweed, the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars. Compounding this problem is a lack of public awareness and understanding regarding the monarch's plight and the crucial role this indicator species plays in our ecosystem. This lack of awareness is further exacerbated by limited access to Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, which serves as a crucial resource for environmental education and community engagement. The Nature Center's restricted hours and limited programming hinder its ability to effectively address the urgent need for monarch conservation and habitat restoration. Additionally, a lack of funding to support additional staff restricts the center's capacity to offer extended hours and greater public access, further limiting opportunities for community involvement in conservation efforts.  \n\n\nLimited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.\n\nInsufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.\n\nHabitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.\n\nLow Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.\n\nLimited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities. 
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.  \n\n\nA critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.  \n\n\nTo enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered. 
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10034
    "]
  • +["
    Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
    Inwood
    Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Justice Impacted People
    People with Disabilities
    Limited English Speakers
    Immigrants/ Migrants
    Veterans
    LGBTQ+ People
    Parents
    Unhoused People
    Low Income People
    Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    The monarch butterfly, a vital pollinator and symbol of natural beauty, is facing a critical decline, possibly extinction, particularly in urban environments like NYC. This decline is largely attributed to pesticide use, habitat loss, specifically the dwindling availability of milkweed, the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars. Compounding this problem is a lack of public awareness and understanding regarding the monarch's plight and the crucial role this indicator species plays in our ecosystem. This lack of awareness is further exacerbated by limited access to Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, which serves as a crucial resource for environmental education and community engagement. The Nature Center's restricted hours and limited programming hinder its ability to effectively address the urgent need for monarch conservation and habitat restoration. Additionally, a lack of funding to support additional staff restricts the center's capacity to offer extended hours and greater public access, further limiting opportunities for community involvement in conservation efforts.\n\n\nLimited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.\n\nInsufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.\n\nHabitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.\n\nLow Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.\n\nLimited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary, Friends of Inwood Hill Park and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.\n\n\nA critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.\n\n\nTo enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10034
    "]
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  • -Limited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.
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  • -Insufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.
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  • -Habitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.
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  • -Low Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.
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  • -Limited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.&nbsp;</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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  • -A critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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  • -To enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.&nbsp;</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10034</div></dd></dl></xml>"]
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  • +Limited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.
  • +
  • +Insufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.
  • +
  • +Habitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.
  • +
  • +Low Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.
  • +
  • +Limited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary, Friends of Inwood Hill Park and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.
  • +
  • +
  • +A critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.
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  • +To enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10034</div></dd></dl></xml>"]
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  • -["
    Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
    Inwood
    Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Justice Impacted People
    People with Disabilities
    Limited English Speakers
    Immigrants/ Migrants
    Veterans
    LGBTQ+ People
    Parents
    Unhoused People
    Low Income People
    Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color
    Everyone
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    The monarch butterfly, a vital pollinator and symbol of natural beauty, is facing a critical decline, possibly extinction, particularly in urban environments like NYC. This decline is largely attributed to pesticide use, habitat loss, specifically the dwindling availability of milkweed, the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars. Compounding this problem is a lack of public awareness and understanding regarding the monarch's plight and the crucial role this indicator species plays in our ecosystem. This lack of awareness is further exacerbated by limited access to Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, which serves as a crucial resource for environmental education and community engagement. The Nature Center's restricted hours and limited programming hinder its ability to effectively address the urgent need for monarch conservation and habitat restoration. Additionally, a lack of funding to support additional staff restricts the center's capacity to offer extended hours and greater public access, further limiting opportunities for community involvement in conservation efforts.  \n\n\nLimited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.\n\nInsufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.\n\nHabitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.\n\nLow Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.\n\nLimited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities. 
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.  \n\n\nA critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.  \n\n\nTo enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered. 
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10034
    "]
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  • +["
    Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
    Inwood
    Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
    Youth
    Older Adults
    Public Housing Residents
    Justice Impacted People
    People with Disabilities
    Limited English Speakers
    Immigrants/ Migrants
    Veterans
    LGBTQ+ People
    Parents
    Unhoused People
    Low Income People
    Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color
    Describe the challenge you want to address:
    The monarch butterfly, a vital pollinator and symbol of natural beauty, is facing a critical decline, possibly extinction, particularly in urban environments like NYC. This decline is largely attributed to pesticide use, habitat loss, specifically the dwindling availability of milkweed, the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars. Compounding this problem is a lack of public awareness and understanding regarding the monarch's plight and the crucial role this indicator species plays in our ecosystem. This lack of awareness is further exacerbated by limited access to Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, which serves as a crucial resource for environmental education and community engagement. The Nature Center's restricted hours and limited programming hinder its ability to effectively address the urgent need for monarch conservation and habitat restoration. Additionally, a lack of funding to support additional staff restricts the center's capacity to offer extended hours and greater public access, further limiting opportunities for community involvement in conservation efforts.\n\n\nLimited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.\n\nInsufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.\n\nHabitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.\n\nLow Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.\n\nLimited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.
    What is the solution to the challenge?
    To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary, Friends of Inwood Hill Park and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.\n\n\nA critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.\n\n\nTo enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.
    Please provide your Zip Code
    10034
    "]
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  • -Limited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.
  • -
  • -Insufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.
  • -
  • -Habitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.
  • -
  • -Low Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.
  • -
  • -Limited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.&nbsp;</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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  • -A critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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  • -To enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.&nbsp;</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10034</div></dd></dl></xml>"]
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  • +["<xml><dl class=\"decidim_awesome-custom_fields\" data-generator=\"decidim_awesome\" data-version=\"0.10.2\"><dt name=\"text-1727190723263-0\">Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?</dt><dd id=\"text-1727190723263-0\" name=\"text\"><div>Inwood </div></dd><dt name=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\">Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.</dt><dd id=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\" name=\"checkbox-group\"><div alt=\"Youth\">Youth</div><div alt=\"Older Adults\">Older Adults</div><div alt=\"Public Housing Residents\">Public Housing Residents</div><div alt=\"Justice Impacted People\">Justice Impacted People</div><div alt=\"People with Disabilities\">People with Disabilities</div><div alt=\"Limited English Speakers\">Limited English Speakers</div><div alt=\"Immigrants/ Migrants\">Immigrants/ Migrants</div><div alt=\"Veterans\">Veterans</div><div alt=\"LGBTQ+ People\">LGBTQ+ People</div><div alt=\"Parents\">Parents</div><div alt=\"Unhoused People\">Unhoused People</div><div alt=\"Low Income People\">Low Income People</div><div alt=\"Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color\">Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\">Describe the challenge you want to address:</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>The monarch butterfly, a vital pollinator and symbol of natural beauty, is facing a critical decline, possibly extinction, particularly in urban environments like NYC. This decline is largely attributed to pesticide use, habitat loss, specifically the dwindling availability of milkweed, the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars. Compounding this problem is a lack of public awareness and understanding regarding the monarch's plight and the crucial role this indicator species plays in our ecosystem. This lack of awareness is further exacerbated by limited access to Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, which serves as a crucial resource for environmental education and community engagement. The Nature Center's restricted hours and limited programming hinder its ability to effectively address the urgent need for monarch conservation and habitat restoration. Additionally, a lack of funding to support additional staff restricts the center's capacity to offer extended hours and greater public access, further limiting opportunities for community involvement in conservation efforts.
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  • +Limited Public Access: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center has restricted hours, and only open to the public a couple hours on weekends, limiting community engagement and educational opportunities.
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  • +Insufficient Funding: Lack of funds restricts the Nature Center's ability to support additional staff, hindering extended hours and greater public access.
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  • +Habitat Loss: Inwood Hill Park Nature Center lacks a strategy of habitat restoration and does not have a dedicated program for the conservation of endangered monarch butterflies, exacerbated by indiscriminate milkweed removal by maintenance crews.
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  • +Low Public Awareness: Community awareness about how we can address the decline of monarch butterflies and conservation needs is low.
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  • +Limited Educational Opportunities: Urban youth often lack access to nature-based education and environmental activities. We genuinely need to activate the empathy of our youth to be concerned and take responsibility for our environment through such meaningful stewardship opportunities.</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>To address these interconnected challenges, a partnership between the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary, Friends of Inwood Hill Park and NYC Urban Park Rangers at Inwood Hill Park Nature Center is proposed. This collaboration will establish a dedicated monarch conservation and education program, leveraging the expertise of the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary and the resources of the IHP Nature Center, which is a preexisting native habitat at risk. The program will include seasonal nature learning programs, focusing on the monarch life cycle, habitat needs, and conservation techniques. These programs will incorporate hands-on activities, workshops, and lectures, providing engaging learning experiences for the public and students.
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  • +A critical component of this program will be habitat restoration, with a focus on propagating and planting common milkweed within Inwood Hill Park. Community planting events will be organized to engage local residents in creating and expanding monarch-friendly habitats. Furthermore, the program will offer opportunities for participants to raise, study, tag, and release monarch butterflies, contributing directly to population recovery and fostering a deeper understanding of their life cycle.
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  • +To enhance the educational impact, the Nature Center will be equipped with interactive exhibits and educational materials that highlight the importance of monarch conservation. This will include the development of resources, and engaging displays that showcase the ecological significance of these butterflies. By increasing public awareness, promoting habitat restoration, and providing hands-on learning opportunities, this partnership will empower the Inwood community to actively participate in monarch conservation and contribute to the preservation of this endangered species. As an indicator species, the decline of monarch butterflies is a signal of environmental imbalance and issues that also impact the health of the community and the people who live here, so not only for the survival of the butterflies, but for our own survival that this proposal should be considered.</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>10034</div></dd></dl></xml>"]
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