#5 PLANT TREES
Planting trees is an excellent way to get your community involved in something that'll
benefit the planet, clean up the air, and increase your property value. If you're planning
on planting inside the community, do your homework. Make sure the tree types and
placements are appropriate and add the best value to the community. With adherence to
your governing documents, encourage homeowners to also consider tree planting efforts
to provide shade and cut back on cooling bills.
#6 RETHINK YOUR LANDSCAPING
Homeowners will judge a board's environmental endeavors mainly on their landscaping.
Whether your association is over-watering, pushing out local wildlife, or using outdated
equipment that spews toxic fumes, people take notice. There are better, greener ways to
maintain your property and approach landscaping, including:
1. Using indigenous and drought-resistant plants
2. Making necessary irrigation system upgrades or installations
3. Hydrozoning green areas
4. Understanding the weather patterns in your area and adjusting watering schedules
5. Converting planter bed areas from pop-up spray heads to drip systems
