AMICUS

As public benefit professionals know – the connection between the urban core and more naturally wild lands, while often not immediately apparent, is very real.  The creation and maintenance of parks and open space in city settings helps preserve the bond between people and nature, just as the conservation of land at the developed fringe and beyond helps ensure that these important places will endure for generations to come.

Acquisition, protection and rehabilitation projects often possess a number of challenging attributes.  One common challenge is the aspect of environmental condition, suitability and liability.

Environmental complications facing urban park planners are obvious, as past property uses are often environment-damaging.  Acquisition and development managers must take user safety and financial feasibility into consideration when contemplating an urban park project.  The environmental challenge facing non-urban conservation projects is less obvious – but no less real.  Agricultural chemicals, fuel storage practices, dumping, clandestine operations – the conservation professional confronts all these and more.

AMICUS can help.

AMICUS is proud to support the people and organizations that serve our community in this capacity.  Our services include:

-  Environmental due diligence for conservation transactions.
-  Agency, partner and landowner negotiation support.
-  Organizational training and best practices development.
-  Community outreach and engagement strategy.