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92 Town of Aurora 2.7 Establish a Town-wide Tree Management & Replacement Plan Inventory street/forested/park and public area trees, prioritize replanting native species in areas impacted by removals and invasive species, and develop a maintenance schedule. 2.8 Infrastructure & Tree Preservation Guidelines Adopt rules mandating consultation with the Town’s tree management plan prior to utility expansions or broadband line installations that involve large-scale tree trimming or removal in the public right-of-way or on public lands. 2.9 Establish a Tree Advisory Committee Establish a Town Tree Advisory Committee by local resolution/ordinance to guide the development, implementation, and enforcement of the recommended Town-wide Tree Management & Replacement Plan and Tree Preservation Guidelines. 2.10 Become a member of FEMA’s Community Rating System Enroll the Town in FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) or a similar replacement agency at the state level to earn flood insurance discounts for residents and improve local floodplain management practices. Establish a CRS Coordinator, submit a letter of interest, and implement credited activities such as public outreach, flood protection assistance, and stormwater planning. 2.11 Support Sustainable Waste Management Initiatives Expand the Town’s waste diversion efforts through initiatives such as composting programs, hazardous waste collection events, electronics recycling, and public education campaigns. Promote reduction, reuse, and recycling practices across households and small businesses.