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Bio-Levee park offers a distinctive landscape that can support the native ecology as well as offer an enchanting and lively human experience. Facilitating an environment that supports the health of beaver creek and allows human interaction is key to increasing Montezuma’s appreciation of the local waterway. A shift in perception of the creek from something residents used to drive over to now a thriving destination in Montezuma will foster positive expressions of environmental conservation. Residents would be able to have a stronger connection to Beaver Creek, viewing Beaver Creek from the boardwalk, accessing the creek through the designated entrance points, utilizing the lay out docks, resting in the open green space, and floating down the creek. The park also features a train watching station on the North side of the levee which supports the existing train track adjacent to the levee. Seed mixes are used to support various planting zones within the park; together these mixes will create a soft meadow landscape for interesting views along the boardwalk while supporting the health of the local ecosystem. The meadow will restore soil health and provided habitat for small animals. Other conservation efforts within the park include floating wetlands and live fascines to improve water quality and create a resilient stream edge.