What is the York/Adams Regional Smart Growth Coalition?
The coalition is a unique and diverse group of organizations and individuals drawn together by a shared interest in the future direction of York and Adams Counties. The coalition’s mission is to shape public policy in order to preserve those elements that make our communities a great place to live, work and play.
Our Goals
- Encouraging environmentally sound development practices
- Sustaining healthy farms and abundant farmland
- Revitalizing our older urban areas
- Fostering economic growth that brings high quality jobs to our citizens
- Assuring reasonable housing costs remain within reach of most households and providing an array of housing opportunities in our communities
- Matching infrastructure development with growth strategies and in areas where infrastructure currently exists
- The Coalition’s Role in Shaping Our Community
- Quarterly community education seminars on smart growth issues in our community.
- Education and materials on smart growth practices.
- Advocacy for smart growth programs at the county and municipal levels.
How can I join the efforts of the Coalition?
Click here to download the membership resolution. After completing the membership resolution fax back to
717-854-0720 or email to shanna@yorkadamssmartgrowth.org
Members will be listed on our website and will receive email communications on upcoming events and programs.