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Some areas in Avondale are being transformed into pollinator habitats (including future wildflower meadows!)

These spaces are designed to support:

• Bees

• Butterflies

• Birds

You might see students out in Avondale’s green spaces collecting data and they’re part of something exciting!

Through a partnership with Georgia Tech, graduate and doctoral students are studying:

• Soil health

• Stormwater systems

• Social impact of green spaces

  
  

Their work helps us better understand how these landscapes function and evolve over time.

As Avondale transitions to regenerative landscapes, some spaces may look different than what we’re used to.

Instead of short turf, you might see:

• Taller grasses

• Wildflowers

• Meadow zones

These landscapes:

You might notice areas of bare soil around parks, trails, or medians, and it’s actually quite a big deal.

Bare soil can lead to:

• Erosion (especially after rain)

• Loss of nutrients

• Weakened tree health

  
  

One simple solution? Mulch.

We’ve been spending time at Bess Walker Park recently and noticing some exciting changes especially around the North Woods and lake edges.

With recent work to reduce erosion and improve soil health, these areas are starting to shift.

Have you seen:

• New plant growth?

• Wildlife activity?

• Changes along the trails or lake?

  
  

We talk a lot about “regeneration” but it can mean different things to different people.

For some, it’s about restoring ecosystems. For others, it’s about community, care, or connection to place.

💭 So what does regeneration mean to you?

Regeneration Stations are being installed throughout the city!

These community stations allow visitors to:

• Learn about the landscape around them

• Track ecological impact in real time

• Contribute photos and observations

• Connect with others engaging with the space

The City of Avondale Estates has launched a groundbreaking partnership with Roots Down to transform how public green spaces are designed, maintained, and experienced.

This collaboration marks a shift from traditional landscape maintenance to regenerative land stewardship. Our approach prioritizes soil health, biodiversity, water systems, and community connection. We are building a new model for public green spaces: one that is ecologically resilient, fiscally efficient, and deeply rooted in community engagement.

At the heart of this initiative is the Regenerative OS, a system designed to measure, guide, and continuously improve landscape performance.

Across Avondale Estates:

• 33.22 acres of greenspace have been mapped

• 15.83 acres identified for regenerative transformation

A space to share what you’re seeing, noticing, and experiencing in this regenerative landscape. Upload photos, document changes over time, and connect with others engaging in regeneration!