Community Resources 101
with Angie Weber
Tips & Tricks to Help You Plan, Fund and Plant A Neighborhood Native Garden
Are you interested in beautifying your neighborhood but don’t know where to get started? Do you want to plant a garden at the vacant lot down the street but have limited or no funds to do so? Rest assured that help is on the way! During my presentation, I’ll introduce you to local organizations that have programs and resources that can help you with the planning, funding and planting of a neighborhood native garden. Afterwards, you’ll be one step closer to creating a beautiful landscape that is beneficial for wildlife as well.
Angie has over 15 years of experience in the fields of conservation planning, volunteer management, environmental consulting and native landscapes. In her current role with the Missouri Department of Conservation & Shaw Nature Reserve, Angie provides in-depth assistance on the planning and installation of urban native landscapes and engaging volunteers in the stewardship of those spaces. She is also a technical expert for both the Deer Creek Watershed Alliance and MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Programs which involves application review, ground truthing projects and offering additional program support as needed. Angie also manages the EcoCrew volunteer program on behalf of the South Grand Community Improvement District and leads monthly workdays. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the earthday365 and the River Des Peres Watershed Coalition nonprofit organizations and is the Chairperson for the Crestwood Beautification Committee.