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	What will be the outcomes of this project?    • A cohesive vision for regional parks, recreation, and open space.    • A plan to achieve that vision that is customized locally but coordinated regionally.    • Guidance to help ensure steady progress toward the region’s goals. What topics will the plan address?    • Parkland and Linkages – the lands to be designated for building the envisioned      parks, recreation, and open space system.    • Natural Resource and Open Space Conservation - the lands, programs and      initiatives to coordinate land and water conservation and watershed protection with      protection of the region’s rural scenic beauty.    • Programs and Services – the types of recreational opportunities to meet the      needs of all ages and abilities year round—from self-directed play to organized      sports to community special events.    • Recreation Facilities – the number and type of parks, sports fields, and natural      areas; amenities such as lights, benches, and walking paths; and appropriate      landscaping to “fit” facilities into the rural landscape.    • Administration and Management – the framework for operating, managing, and      maintaining the system with roles and responsibilities for each partner.    • Coordination with Regional Planning Initiatives – relating the plan’s benefits      to other initiatives, such as clean air and water, improved health, higher property      values, attraction and retention of visitors, and improved quality of life.    • Financing – methods for leveraging public and private monies toward cost effective      services and maximum benefit. Who is paying for this plan?    • The Chester County Commissioners’ Vision Partnership Program    • The participating municipalities of East Coventry Township, East Pikeland      Township, East Nantmeal Township, East Vincent Township, North Coventry      Township, South Coventry Township, Warwick Township, West Pikeland Township,      West Vincent Township, Green Valleys Association, French and Pickering Creeks      Conservation Trust, Downington School District, Owen J. Roberts School District,      Phoenixville School District    • PA DCNR’s Community Conservation Partnerships Program of the Keystone      Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund	List unique area FAQs?
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