EQUITY IN AGRICULTURE: PRESERVING THE VALUE OF DELAWARE'S RURAL LANDS
Equity in Agriculture • Resources • Commentary • Myths and Misconceptions • Frequently Asked QuestionsConclusion
The Delaware Sprawl Prevention Act is a new approach for Delaware, but it is not an untested one.
We have been actively planning for our future in Delaware since the State Planning Council was established in 1959, striving to encourage appropriate growth and development while preserving and protecting our quality of life. We now face unprecedented development pressure which threatens our rural landscapes and creates new challenges that make it clear that stronger tools are needed to accomplish our land use goals.
We have a long and impressive track record of planning in the state, and among the local, county, and State governments and the citizens of Delaware we have defined a clear vision of what future land use patterns should be. We have worked to revitalize our cities and small towns, designed and built roads and schools, provided critical public facilities and services to meet our needs, and fostered the creation of new commercial, industrial and housing areas to create the unique place we call home.
Now it is time to manage this new wave of growth in accordance with that vision. Due to the foresight of our local governments, we have adequate growth areas to channel development into, assuring a vibrant economy and a range of jobs and services for current and future residents of the state. It is critical that we take this important step to ensure that the growth that is coming does not negatively impact the rural landscapes that are so important to our economy, our environment, and our quality of life.
We must protect our largest industry, agriculture. We need to preserve our quality of life and low taxes. Delaware residents expect no less. We must act now to preserve our heritage and environment by growing responsibly.
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