City of Louisville, CO
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From its production and distribution to its management as waste, the food system has local and global impacts on all three pillars of sustainability. Louisville's rural character and social, economic and environmental well-being are supported by the local food market and its producers, equitable access to food options and the preservation and sustainable use of agricultural lands.
In addition, supporting sustainable agricultural practices and local agriculture is a critical strategy in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon sequestration is a natural process that occurs when plants absorb carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and store it into the ground below.
Louisville strives to support locally-based food and agriculture and the many benefits it provides to both the community and region.
Overall Goal
Ensure a sustainable, local, safe and healthy food supply that is accessible to all and supported by our community.
External Objectives
Develop system of City-supported community gardens. Offer education and outreach on local food and agriculture. Increase accessibility of local food for vulnerable populations.
| Goal Number | Goal Type | Goal Length | Objective | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LF-1 | External | Near Term | Evaluate barriers to community garden development in Louisville. | Not Started |
| LF-2 | External | Near Term | Consider policies or programs to remove barriers to community garden and urban agriculture development in Louisville. | In Progress |
| LF-3 | External | Mid Term | Evaluate available opportunities to pursue an additional community garden on city owned property or through private-public partnership. | Not Started |
| LF-4 | External | Near Term | Provide presentations about Louisville agricultural and backyard gardening resources to interested classes, agencies and organizations. | In Progress - Continuous |
| LF-5 | External | Near Term | Provide local food and agricultural resources and information via social, web and print platforms. | In Progress - Continuous |
| LF-6 | External | Near Term | Provide education and resources regarding pollinator guardianship. | In Progress - Continuous |
| LF-7 | External | Mid Term | Coordinate with local producers to provide resources and educational opportunities. | In Progress |
| LF-8 | External | Mid Term | Expand connections between local food producers, residents and commercial entities within Louisville and Boulder County. | Not Started |
| LF-9 | External | Near Term | Identify existing local food assets and gaps throughout the City. | Not Started |
| LF-10 | External | Near Term | Assess barriers to local food production and purchase. | Not Started |
| LF-11 | External | Mid Term | Foster relationships between the City, existing food stores, commercial entities and neighborhood residents to encourage expansion of local food availability. | In Progress |
| LF-12 | External | Mid Term | Support and promote opportunities for all residents to participate in community supported agriculture and other programs. | Not Started |
| LF-13 | External | Mid Term | Evaluate programs such as Double Up Food Bucks that make low-cost, locally grown fruits and vegetables available to vulnerable populations. | In Progress |
*denotes a priority strategy, as defined in the Sustainability Action Plan.