UPPER BRODHEAD CREEK PARADISE CREEK GREENWAY PLAN
The Upper Brodhead & Paradise Creeks Greenway Cooperating Municipalities Mount Pocono Borough Paradise Township Barrett Township Price Township Funding Provided By: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Monroe County Open Space Fund Monroe County
Watershed Area Upper Brodhead Watershed Area = 65.9 sq. miles Paradise Creek Watershed Area = 44.5 sq miles Total Combined Watershed Area = 110.4 sw. miles
What is a Greenway? A Greenway is a protected corridor of open space. Greenways vary greatly in scale and can run through urban, suburban, and Rural areas. Greenways differ in location and function, but overall greenways strive to protect natural, cultural, and scenic resources.
Greenway Plan Goals Protect Natural Resources Protect Rural Character Foster Economic Prosperity Promote Public Recreation, Health and Fitness Strengthen Community Connections Expand and Enhance Scenic Byways
Protect Natural Resources Through sound land conservation and preservation practices the greenway can protect existing natural resources within the Watershed that will in turn: Protect Clean Water Preserve Fish and Wildlife Help Reduce Flooding Help Reduce Pollution Main Roads Streams Municipal Boundaries Conservation Areas Watershed
Protect Rural Character The Upper Brodhead Paradise Creek Greenway will help to preserve the rural character of the local community by: Protecting Scenic Resources Preserving Village Centers Preserving Open Space
Foster Economic Prosperity Tourism is one of Monroe County s largest industries. The growing popularity of outdoor recreation pursuits has created opportunities for economic growth by generating revenue from: Vacation and Weekend Lodging Dining and Shopping Recreational Activities Equipment and Sales http://www.drfuhrman.com/events/skytop_getaway_2008_gallery.aspx
Promote Public Recreation, Health and Fitness The Upper Brodhead and Paradise Creek Greenway will offer quality opportunities for health, fitness and outdoor recreation. Hiking and Biking Fishing and Hunting Nature Study Skiing and Skating http://cottage45.com/images/dsc01445.jpg
Community Connections The Upper Brodhead and Paradise Creek Greenway can create opportunities for physical and visual connections to community assets such as: Public Municipal Parks, Forests & Natural Areas Private Recreation, Amusements & Resort Activities Schools, Libraries, Churches & Municipal Services Neighborhoods Village and Commercial Centers
Scenic Byways The Upper Brodhead and Paradise Creek Greenway Plan can expand and create new scenic byways to attract visitors for: Leisure Drives Fall Foliage Tours Bike Tours Enjoyment of Scenic Vistas
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Master Site Planning Process
Greenway Planning Process 1. Public Participation 2. Data Collection and Analysis 3. Determine Demand and Potential Use of the Greenway 4. Identify Key Organizations, Individuals and Primary Property Owners 5. Identify Issues, Opportunities and Potential Threats 6. Watershed Protection and Greenway Development Options 7. Implementation Plan
1.) Public Participation 21 Study Committee Members were appointed by Barrett, Price, Paradise Townships and Mount Pocono Borough to conduct the Public Participation Process including: 3 Public Meetings/Forums 6 Study Committee Meetings 15 Key Person Interviews
2.) Data Collection & Analysis
Data Collection and Analysis Existing and Proposed Greenways Land Cover Topography Recreation and Conservation Areas Streams Wetlands and Lakes Historic Sites Stream Designation Water Quality Utilities Watershed Land Ownership Brodhead & Paradise Creek Frontage Ownership
Existing and Proposed Greenways Proposed Greenway Existing Greenway Source: Monroe County Open Space Plan Ch7 P31
Land Cover Monroe County GIS Date
Topography
Recreation and Conservation Areas Monroe County GIS Date Recreation and Conservation Areas 21.3% Steam Designations Other 78.7%
Streams Wetlands and Lakes Monroe County GIS Date
Historic Sites Monroe County GIS Date
Stream Designation http://www.brodheadwatershed.org/
Water Quality
Utilities Monroe County Open Space Plan Ch 7 P27
Land Ownership Within the Watershed Monroe County GIS Data
Brodhead & Paradise Creek Frontage Ownership Monroe County GIS Date
What is a Greenway? A Greenway is a protected corridor of open space. Greenways vary greatly in scale and can run through urban, suburban, and Rural areas. Greenways differ in location and function, but overall greenways strive to protect natural, cultural, and scenic resources.
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