GVA HISTORY

MISSION

WATERSHEDS

CONTACT

PROTECT
GVA PROTECTS the resources of Northern Chester County.
FOR EXAMPLE, GVA
Helped to limit the Warner Quarry expansion and protect Valley Creek.
Achieved "Exceptional Value" status for upper French Creek.
EDUCATE
GVA EDUCATES the community on environmental issues.
FOR EXAMPLE, GVA
Organizes meetings on water resources, streamside planting, effective land-use planning, wildlife resources and local participation in stream watches.
Offers summer camp & school programs to young people, introducing them to environmental concerns.
Offers horticultural workshops and lectures to the adult community.
ADVOCATE
GVA ADVOCATES environmental guidelines for growth.
FOR EXAMPLE, GVA
Developed the Sustainable Watershed Management program as a tool for local municipalities to incorporate regulation of water use in their zoning ordinances.
Identified and employed water resource experts in a local dispute over Perrier's withdrawal of large amounts of ground water.

WATERSHEDS

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