Implementing a Smart Growth and Open Space Agenda for Whitemarsh Township

In May 2001, the WTRA made a presentation to the Whitemarsh Board of Supervisors in which it expressed its interest in partnering with public officials to shape a new framework for managing growth and preserving open space in the township. 

To that end, the WTRA prepared a Policy Brief, which lays out a series of recommendations for implementing a more proactive, conservation-oriented land use vision for the Township. It also prepared an Analysis of the Township's draft Comprehensive Plan, summarizing what it sees as deficiencies and weaknesses in the current document.

These recommendations were presented to the Planning Commission and members of the Board of Supervisors in August 2001. (See summary of that meeting.)

Correspondence 
Linked below is the correspondence between WTRA and the Board of Supervisors (BOS) and Planning Commission (PC) concerning implementing strategies to preserve open space and advance smart growth in the township.

6/30/01 WTRA proposes working session to discuss strategies
7/27/01 WTRA confirms meeting to present WTRA Policy Brief
8/16/01 WTRA requests BOS take action on WTRA recommendations
8/24/01 Township responds to WTRA request for action
9/09/01 WTRA requests clarification on intentions re remaining WTRA recommendations