what preservation means to you
DESCRIPTION
Sean Kenny, Executive Director, Farm and Natural Lands Trust of York County About the Farm and Natural Lands Trust of York County –The idea to form a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, land preservation organization began with a few citizens being concerned with the changes occurring in York County. The changes being seen prior to 1990 were congested streets, rising school and property taxes, scattered large developments without infrastructure, expanding sewer capacity, larger (or new) school buildings needed to accommodate the increasing school population, the loss of open-rural appearance, the loss of character and charm of York County. Thus, in April of 1990, the York County Farmland Trust was created. Later, the name was changed to encompass the need to conserve natural, wooded areas. In 1993, the name was changed to the Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County. Topic - Sean will discuss the efforts of the Trust to maintain the rural character of York County. In their efforts he will show how this work can be mutually beneficial in the required watershed planning and protection desired and mandated onto municipal governments. The potential for cooperative relationships between this organization and municipal governments will be discussed, as will the potential mutual benefits if partnerships are successful.TRANSCRIPT
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Let’s Hear About YOU!
What’s your name?
Where are you from?
How big is your property?
Why are you here?
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About Your Speaker
Sean P. Kenny‐ Phoenixville, PA‐ Dual Citizen USA & Ireland‐ York College of PA‐ York County Chamber of Commerce‐ Executive Director of FNLT‐ Community Involvement‐ Hobbies
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Why Preserve Open Space?
‘Cause they ain’t makin’ no more!
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About the Presentation
We’ll be exploring the many ways preservation of agricultural and environmentally sensitive landscapes effects people differently.
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The Smiths ‐ City Dwellers
Empty Nesters‐ Quality of Life‐ Kids In College‐ Downtown Markets‐ That Good York Water
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Quality of Life
Rail TrailHunting FishingHikingKayaking
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Funny ‐ Farm Family
Fourth Generation‐ Six Children ‐ Succession Plans‐ Farm Community‐ Streamside Buffers‐ $$$
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Streamside Buffers
‐ Water Temperature‐ Aquatic & Wildlife Habitat‐ Sediment Control‐ Nutrient Removal‐ Storm Water Management‐ Flood Control
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Jones ‐ Suburbanites
Small Family‐ Two Children ‐ Taxes‐ Traffic‐ Home Values‐ Hunting
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How this Affects the Jones’s!
• TRAFFIC
• Rural Character
• Growth Management
• School Taxes
• Cost of Community Services
It costs more to develop open land than save it.
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Cows don’t drive or go to school
Farmland and open space need less community services, and causing no tax increase for new roadways, schools, sewer, police/fire protection, etc.
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Tree Huggers – In the Woods
Grand Parents‐Wildlife ‐ Carbon Dioxide‐ Hiking‐Water Recharge‐ Native Plants
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Wildlife Habitat
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Watershed Recharge
More on this later from FNLT Board member, Jake Romig!
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The Griswolds – Passing Through
Two Generations‐ Photography ‐ Road Side Stands‐ Spending Money‐ First Impressions‐ Please Come Back!
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Look Out Your Window!
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Both Hands On the Wheel!
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Look Ahead, Look Around!
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Buckle Up!
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No Texting!
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Stop & Soak It Up!
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BUT, Drive Safely!
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How FNLT Works
Conservation Easement 101
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Conservation Easement =Limits on the Land
Owner agrees to permanent, recorded deed restrictions that preserving the character of the property by restricting subdivision, construction or use.
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Conservation Easement FACTS
Voluntary
Owner retains title to property
Legal agreement between owner & land preservationorganization
Goal is stewardship by owner and organization
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Easements have a $$ Value
Each Property is appraised twice.
Appraisal #1 ‐ Highest Developed UseAppraisal #2 ‐ With Conservation Easement Restrictions_____________________________________________
Difference Between the Appraisals =
Conservation Easement Value
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Easement Value Variables
Current land use (wooded, tillable, pasture)
Total Number of Building RightsTotal AcreageSoil ClassZoning of Parcel
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Taxes, Charitable Gifts, etc.
‐‐ The easement is donated to the non‐profit Farm and Natural Lands Trust, creating acharitable gift tax deduction on FederalIncome Taxes.
‐‐ Donations may be spread over time.
‐‐ Consult with your attorney and accountant.
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Who We Work With
• Landowners• Estate Planners• Attorneys• Accountants• York County Planning Commission• Individual Municipalities• York County Agricultural Preservation Board• Citizens Investing in Their Communities• DCNR / The Nature Conservancy / Foundations
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What’s Next for FNLT
• Strategic Planning• Bargain Sale Funding• Education
•Landowners •Municipalities•Tax Advisors•Realtors•Attorneys•Estate Planners
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FNLT Funding
Memberships
Sponsorships
Special Events
Grants
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We Like to Have FUN!
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Rockin’ Out
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Bang Bang Bang!
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Running Wild!
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Get Outside & Play!
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We’re ALL winners…
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Small Staff / Hard Working Board
Staff of TwoBoard of DirectorsCommittees
Special EventsMarketing & EducationLand PreservationFinance
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Small Staff / Hard Working BoardTO WORK WITH YOU!
‐ TDR Programs‐ DCNR Applications‐ Park Security CE‐ Buffer Areas‐ $ for Preservation‐ Conservation by Design
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I’ll take questions …
till the cows come home.