ARTERYOFLIFE

from Academic Portfolio

by H.DavidGilG

Vegetation Catalogue

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The strategy, artery of life, focuses on the comprehensive recovery of the El Arenal River to transform it into a axis of revitalization for the municipality, with the aim of environmental restoration, care for the surroundings, urban renewal, and community development.

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l Riverbed invasions l Drain discharges l Pollutiom from Tequila producers

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l Pollution from the city

Objectives

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RESTAURACIÓN AMBIENTAL

UTILIZAR ESTRATEGIAS ECOLÓGICAS PARA SANEAR EL RÍO

STEPSTOFOLLOW

Identification and Mapping

Public policies that impose penalties on individuals who litter or release pollutants.

Creation of drainage systems for the perimeter housing of the riverbank area.

Restore the natural course of the river and comply with federal restrictions.

Implementatio n of technified wetlands.

Release of water for flow management

Riverbed Delimitation

Creation of floating vegetation islands.

The pollution of the river is a problem in the area, which is why we have decided to create cleaning points along the riverbed, where two wetlands will be responsible for purifying the river water.

There are various adjacent plots of land along the river that can be utilized to create community spaces for the residents. Similarly, housing relocation can be implemented to create additional spaces.

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Of Properties

We have created the opportunity for people to cultivate their own food in designated spaces. The gardens will be transformed into areas of appropriation for the individuals who use them.

We propose the establishment of a botanical garden that serves as a park and a symbol of the area's identity. This space will offer workshops and educational opportunities for people to learn about the local vegetation and interact within the garden.

To combat the pollution generated by the houses and establishments adjacent to the river, we propose a drainage system to collect the waste, which will then enter the wetland and be incorporated back into the river.

Cross-connectivity is of utmost importance. Therefore, we propose the creation and rehabilitation of bridges to improve mobility in the area.

It is proposed to establish a buffer zone along the riverbed to safeguard the adjacent properties from encroachment and prevent any future construction activities.

The main artery of this project is the linear park, which is equipped with walkways and gathering spaces for the community. The purpose of this park is to become an axis of identity, in addition to providing spaces for mobility and recreation.

As a public policy, we aim to release 15% of the water from the "Las Tortugas" dam on a monthly basis to maintain the flow of the river.

We have created a trail of trees and various endemic species in the area to promote awareness and knowledge about the local vegetation that represents the identity of the municipality.