Criteria for Open Space

The following acquisition criteria was developed, but is not limited to the following concepts:

• Scenic / Visual Qualities
  Protection of water sources
• Protection of woodlands, farmlands, endangered plant, animals and/or lands that contain potential ecosystems for educational or scientific value.
• Preserving of the Township goals
• Buffering zones
• Geographic balance of open space within the Township
• Linkage to surrounding green areas

The Plan Goals Are:

• Retain rural character of the Township
• Manage the pace and quality of future development
• Protect key assets
• Retain viable agriculture land usage
• Provide viable and continuing strategy for preserving open space
• Manage transportation demands and conflicts
• Provide criteria and guidance for the future infrastructure
• Provide protection of important environmental resources
• Plan for recreational areas
• Protect the geographic integrity

There are several sources of funding available for land acquisition:

• State Agency grants
• Groups such as Little Miami Incorporated and the Tecumseh Land Trust.
• Donations of property
• Possible minimal tax levy
• Donations of development rights
• The committee would also like to work in cooperation with the Bellbrook/Sugarcreek Park District.