Jan 17, 2015 By buffalorising
Congressman Brian Higgins joined United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in presenting David Majewski with the EPA’s Environmental Quality Award. The award is presented to those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to protecting and enhancing environmental quality and public health. Majewski was one of only 17 individuals in New York who received the 2014 award.
“Leaders have the vision to see the possibilities and roll up their sleeves to make things happen,” said Congressman Higgins, “Dave Majewski is a leader. With the support of community organizations like the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation and Fillmore Corridor Neighborhood Coalition, partners are coming together to redefine the look and feel of our city through grassroots efforts.”
“Today we celebrate the exemplary work of David Majewski, who tirelessly protects the environment and gives of his time and energy to create a cleaner and healthier future for all of us,” said Regional Administrator Judith A. Enck. “His extraordinary contributions serve as an inspiration to all who strive for a more sustainable environmental future.”
A news release issued by the EPA cites Majewski’s work, “David Majewski has been the guiding force for the Urban Habitat Project (UHP) at the Buffalo Central Terminal. The project serves as an outdoor classroom for local youth, an opportunity for urban ecology research and a demonstration of green infrastructure to manage stormwater. The site absorbs approximately 320,000 gallons of stormwater runoff from adjacent streets and redirects it to the site via adjoining bioretention cells. The three acre project includes native plant species selected to promote soil remediation and enhance biodiversity of birds, insects and mammals.”
The Urban Habitat Project is located within the grounds of Buffalo’s Central Terminal, which falls under the oversight of the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation. The project transforms previously vacant land at the Terminal into a natural environment oasis in the heart of the city. Dave Majewski serves as ecological manager of the UHP.
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