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Monitor compliance and other legal requirements such as covenants related to protecting sensitive ecosystems. Work in partnership to minimize the further introduction and spread of invasive species, and to develop an invasive species management plan to prevent, eradicate, contain, and control the spread of invasive species within Courtenay and the wider region. Evaluate and bring together existing policies, plans, and programs, and conduct additional research as necessary, to inform a Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure Network Strategy in order to: a Assess the current condition of Courtenay’s biodiversity and habitat resources including the effects of invasive species; b Anticipate the impacts of climate change on local ecosystems and biodiversity; c Identify areas that are degraded or are good candidates for restoration on public and private land; d Establish conservation and restoration targets and an adaptive management framework for natural areas and indicator species; e Identify and integrate a green infrastructure network plan as part of existing and any new Environmentally Sensitive Area mapping; f Encourage participation in the green infrastructure network across property lines and promote a culture of conservation, restoration and stewardship; and g Identify partners and roles in implementing the Strategy.

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City of Courtenay Official Community Plan