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Current Assessment:
Gold
Gold
Assessment History:
Stormwater and Flooding
Question:
The municipality is working collaboratively with neighboring municipalities and community groups. Select all that apply.
The municipality is working collaboratively with neighboring municipalities and community groups. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The community collaborates with other municipalities and authorities in their watershed to manage source water, treatment and distribution, sewage, and stormwater. - B. The municipality collaborates with (or has recruited/fostered) a watershed group or organization to protect and improve the wetlands and waterways located in the community's watersheds.
A. The community collaborates with other municipalities and authorities in their watershed to manage source water, treatment and distribution, sewage, and stormwater. - B. The municipality collaborates with (or has recruited/fostered) a watershed group or organization to protect and improve the wetlands and waterways located in the community's watersheds.
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Question:
The municipality requires, incentivizes, or promotes green infrastructure techniques or "enhanced stormwater management" to mitigate runoff from onsite stormwater, such as pervious pavement, bioswales, and/or green roofs. Select all that apply.
The municipality requires, incentivizes, or promotes green infrastructure techniques or "enhanced stormwater management" to mitigate runoff from onsite stormwater, such as pervious pavement, bioswales, and/or green roofs. Select all that apply.
Answer:
C. No - B. The municipality promotes green infrastructure through incentives, design guidelines, and/or support for educational programs/workshops.
C. No - B. The municipality promotes green infrastructure through incentives, design guidelines, and/or support for educational programs/workshops.
Notes:
Question:
Construction in flood zones is strictly controlled and limited. Select all that apply.
Construction in flood zones is strictly controlled and limited. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. No building of any kind is permitted in floodways. (documentation required)
A. No building of any kind is permitted in floodways. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701933
https://ecode360.com/11701933
Public Engagement
Question:
The municipality communicates regularly with the public about public meetings, municipal news, and other important information. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality communicates regularly with the public about public meetings, municipal news, and other important information. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. Municipality regularly communicates via Facebook and/or Twitter or a specifically designed civic engagement app like Civic Plus or Nextdoor. - C. Municipality communicates with the public via a regularly scheduled newsletter or regularly updated and dated web-based news postings. - B. The municipality broadcasts public meetings on an online platform (Zoom, Facebook, Youtube, Vimeo, etc.) and has links to recorded public meetings on their municipal website. - A. The municipality has up-to-date council meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes posted online.
D. Municipality regularly communicates via Facebook and/or Twitter or a specifically designed civic engagement app like Civic Plus or Nextdoor. - C. Municipality communicates with the public via a regularly scheduled newsletter or regularly updated and dated web-based news postings. - B. The municipality broadcasts public meetings on an online platform (Zoom, Facebook, Youtube, Vimeo, etc.) and has links to recorded public meetings on their municipal website. - A. The municipality has up-to-date council meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes posted online.
Notes:
Question:
A program exists to actively pursue and match residents and local businesses to volunteer opportunities, including board, committee, and commission positions, and others that will strengthen community engagement and improve capacity for community organizations. This must include an online portal where potential volunteers can enter their information.
A program exists to actively pursue and match residents and local businesses to volunteer opportunities, including board, committee, and commission positions, and others that will strengthen community engagement and improve capacity for community organizations. This must include an online portal where potential volunteers can enter their information.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
https://www.westwhiteland.org/326/WWT-Friends-of-the-Parks
https://www.westwhiteland.org/326/WWT-Friends-of-the-Parks
Question:
Municipality works with schools and/or local nonprofits/community organizations to engage students about community issues such as waste reduction and recycling, public safety, wellness, conservation, nature, etc.
Municipality works with schools and/or local nonprofits/community organizations to engage students about community issues such as waste reduction and recycling, public safety, wellness, conservation, nature, etc.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Question:
Municipal-sponsored events (Community Day, Light Up the Night, parades, etc.) have a sustainability-awareness component, i.e. have activities, displays, or a booth helping to explain measures attendees can take to improve their sustainability or to illustrate what the municipality is doing to improve community sustainability.
Municipal-sponsored events (Community Day, Light Up the Night, parades, etc.) have a sustainability-awareness component, i.e. have activities, displays, or a booth helping to explain measures attendees can take to improve their sustainability or to illustrate what the municipality is doing to improve community sustainability.
Answer:
A. 3 or more events annually
A. 3 or more events annually
Notes:
Finances
Question:
The municipality utilizes the following best practices for creating, managing, and publicizing the municipal budget. Select all that apply.
The municipality utilizes the following best practices for creating, managing, and publicizing the municipal budget. Select all that apply.
Answer:
E. The municipal budget includes a written narrative explaining key points and goals to the public. This is required to earn additional points for including sustainability items in the budget. (documentation required) - D. When the final budget is advertised it includes working documents to help the public to better prepare themselves to comment on and/or support the final budget. - B. The revenue-expenditure analysis projects the budget out for the next 3 years. (documentation required) - A. There is an annual revenue-expenditure trend analysis conducted including 4 previous years. (documentation required)
E. The municipal budget includes a written narrative explaining key points and goals to the public. This is required to earn additional points for including sustainability items in the budget. (documentation required) - D. When the final budget is advertised it includes working documents to help the public to better prepare themselves to comment on and/or support the final budget. - B. The revenue-expenditure analysis projects the budget out for the next 3 years. (documentation required) - A. There is an annual revenue-expenditure trend analysis conducted including 4 previous years. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://www.westwhiteland.org/220/Finance Page 97 of the 2023 budget shows the 5 year plan including the revenue expenditure analysis of the next three years, this should satisfy B. I have included the budgets from the last four years that provide the data and information used in our revenue expenditure of the four previous years, this should satisfy A. The budget presentation tracks our expenditure and revenue for the last four years the information is on page 9, Each department has its own budget narrative in their respective sections.
https://www.westwhiteland.org/220/Finance Page 97 of the 2023 budget shows the 5 year plan including the revenue expenditure analysis of the next three years, this should satisfy B. I have included the budgets from the last four years that provide the data and information used in our revenue expenditure of the four previous years, this should satisfy A. The budget presentation tracks our expenditure and revenue for the last four years the information is on page 9, Each department has its own budget narrative in their respective sections.
Question:
The community has an up-to-date capital improvement plan. Select all that apply.
The community has an up-to-date capital improvement plan. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A.The municipality has a capital improvement plan that was created within the last 5 years and/or was updated in the last 3 years. (documentation required) - C. The capital improvement plan includes specific recommendations to make energy, water, waste, and/or equity improvements to new or existing infrastructure.
A.The municipality has a capital improvement plan that was created within the last 5 years and/or was updated in the last 3 years. (documentation required) - C. The capital improvement plan includes specific recommendations to make energy, water, waste, and/or equity improvements to new or existing infrastructure.
Notes:
https://www.westwhiteland.org/324/Bicycle-Pedestrian-Plan This link goes to our website which discusses the bicycle and pedestrian plan which was the most recent update to our capital improvement plan and was finished at the end of 2019
https://www.westwhiteland.org/324/Bicycle-Pedestrian-Plan This link goes to our website which discusses the bicycle and pedestrian plan which was the most recent update to our capital improvement plan and was finished at the end of 2019
Question:
The municipality has studied the potential financial sustainability of short and long term shocks to police, EMS, and fire services and created a financial resiliency plan.
The municipality has studied the potential financial sustainability of short and long term shocks to police, EMS, and fire services and created a financial resiliency plan.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
This document shows our Fund balance for the year of 2022 with information on the funds set aside to support Fire, EMS, and Police through potential shocks.
This document shows our Fund balance for the year of 2022 with information on the funds set aside to support Fire, EMS, and Police through potential shocks.
Question:
The budget includes a written narrative explaining the details of the budget including key points, goals, and/or changes to better communicate important details to the public. Select all that apply.
The budget includes a written narrative explaining the details of the budget including key points, goals, and/or changes to better communicate important details to the public. Select all that apply.
Answer:
F. The budget includes line items for Climate Action Plan or carbon reduction actions not related to other answers in this section. - E. The budget includes line items for land conservation or park projects. - D. The budget includes funding for sustainable water projects. - C. The budget includes funding for transportation projects that improve multimodal access and/or carbon reduction. (must go beyond maintenance or repaving work) - B. The budget includes funding for equity trainings or initiatives. - A. The budget includes funding for the community sustainability program or efforts.
F. The budget includes line items for Climate Action Plan or carbon reduction actions not related to other answers in this section. - E. The budget includes line items for land conservation or park projects. - D. The budget includes funding for sustainable water projects. - C. The budget includes funding for transportation projects that improve multimodal access and/or carbon reduction. (must go beyond maintenance or repaving work) - B. The budget includes funding for equity trainings or initiatives. - A. The budget includes funding for the community sustainability program or efforts.
Notes:
Budget narratives are included in each departments respective sections within the overall budget which was submitted in the previous Municipal Budget section.
Budget narratives are included in each departments respective sections within the overall budget which was submitted in the previous Municipal Budget section.
Question:
The municipality has financially assessed obligations for pensions, labor contract proposals for their duration, and other post-employment benefits.
The municipality has financially assessed obligations for pensions, labor contract proposals for their duration, and other post-employment benefits.
Answer:
A. Obligations for pensions/other post-employment benefits are funded for the long-term to at least 80%. (documentation required) - B. The municipality financially assesses each labor contract proposal for the contract's duration looking specifically at how the overall costs will affect the community's budget (looking at pensions, leave, healthcare, salaries, etc.).
A. Obligations for pensions/other post-employment benefits are funded for the long-term to at least 80%. (documentation required) - B. The municipality financially assesses each labor contract proposal for the contract's duration looking specifically at how the overall costs will affect the community's budget (looking at pensions, leave, healthcare, salaries, etc.).
Notes:
https://www.westwhiteland.org/220/Finance The attached document is a valuation of our Pension and Post employment benefits and other supporting documents can be found at the link listed.
https://www.westwhiteland.org/220/Finance The attached document is a valuation of our Pension and Post employment benefits and other supporting documents can be found at the link listed.
Regional Cooperation
Question:
The municipality and local public schools cooperate to share facilities and other resources. For example, the municipality assists with the cost of evening lifeguards for community use or the provision of crossing guards.
The municipality and local public schools cooperate to share facilities and other resources. For example, the municipality assists with the cost of evening lifeguards for community use or the provision of crossing guards.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Question:
The community shares services or equipment with neighboring communities or has studied what it would take to do so. For example snow removal equipment, public works employees, etc. Sharing of public safety services covered in next section. Select all that apply.
The community shares services or equipment with neighboring communities or has studied what it would take to do so. For example snow removal equipment, public works employees, etc. Sharing of public safety services covered in next section. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality shares services, personnel, or equipment with a neighboring municipality such as snow removal, a utility truck, or a public works function. - B. The municipality has done a recent feasibility study including a cost benefit analysis to look at sharing services with neighboring communities.
A. The municipality shares services, personnel, or equipment with a neighboring municipality such as snow removal, a utility truck, or a public works function. - B. The municipality has done a recent feasibility study including a cost benefit analysis to look at sharing services with neighboring communities.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality utilizes written Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreements (ICA) to engage in multi-municipal endeavors. Select all that apply.
The municipality utilizes written Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreements (ICA) to engage in multi-municipal endeavors. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality has at least one written intergovernmental cooperation (ICA) agreement (updated in the last 15 years). (documentation required)
A. The municipality has at least one written intergovernmental cooperation (ICA) agreement (updated in the last 15 years). (documentation required)
Notes:
This document contains the bylaws for the regional ICA called West Chester Area Council of Governments which we are members of. https://wcacog.org/ more information is available at the website listed.
This document contains the bylaws for the regional ICA called West Chester Area Council of Governments which we are members of. https://wcacog.org/ more information is available at the website listed.
Question:
Municipal planning is coordinated with the school district and the two meet together at least once per year.
Municipal planning is coordinated with the school district and the two meet together at least once per year.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Question:
Municipality is an active participant in a Council of Governments and regularly attends functions, participates in projects, and pays dues.
Municipality is an active participant in a Council of Governments and regularly attends functions, participates in projects, and pays dues.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Equitable Policies and Practices
Question:
The municipality has implemented policies to improve the creation of public policy that is equitable and to improve access to the political processes. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has implemented policies to improve the creation of public policy that is equitable and to improve access to the political processes. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality publicizes efforts to make accessible and equitable infrastructure improvements.
A. The municipality publicizes efforts to make accessible and equitable infrastructure improvements.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality is engaged in programs to communicate that the community is welcoming to persons who represent diversity. For example: sister city relations, diversity sensitivity training, multilingual signage, etc. (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality is engaged in programs to communicate that the community is welcoming to persons who represent diversity. For example: sister city relations, diversity sensitivity training, multilingual signage, etc. (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. The community actively supports public events celebrating social and cultural diversity such as MLK day, Juneteenth, Pride, Cinco de Mayo, etc.
D. The community actively supports public events celebrating social and cultural diversity such as MLK day, Juneteenth, Pride, Cinco de Mayo, etc.
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Question:
The municipality has participated in PML's Race Equity And Leadership (REAL) program, the Pennsylvania Heart and Soul program, or a similar program.
The municipality has participated in PML's Race Equity And Leadership (REAL) program, the Pennsylvania Heart and Soul program, or a similar program.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has provided diversity, equity, and inclusivity training for municipal employees. These trainings must go beyond state and federal requirements. (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has provided diversity, equity, and inclusivity training for municipal employees. These trainings must go beyond state and federal requirements. (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. How to review and implement racially just and equitable public policy. - C. Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (JEDI) Training - B. Implicit Bias - A. Cultural Diversity
D. How to review and implement racially just and equitable public policy. - C. Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (JEDI) Training - B. Implicit Bias - A. Cultural Diversity
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has held the following trainings (or had municipal officials attend) on state and federal laws within the last three years. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has held the following trainings (or had municipal officials attend) on state and federal laws within the last three years. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) - C. Americans with Disabilities Act - B. Sexual Harassment - A. Equal opportunity employment
D. Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) - C. Americans with Disabilities Act - B. Sexual Harassment - A. Equal opportunity employment
Notes:
Question:
Develop a diversity and inclusion vision and plan for the municipality. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum
Develop a diversity and inclusion vision and plan for the municipality. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum
Answer:
B. The municipality has adopted a broad and inclusive definition of workforce diversity. (documentation required) - A. The municipality has developed a diversity and inclusion vision for the municipality. Required for Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required) - C. The municipality has developed a strategy or plan to achieve the diversity and inclusion vision. Required for Gold and Platinum. (documentation required)
B. The municipality has adopted a broad and inclusive definition of workforce diversity. (documentation required) - A. The municipality has developed a diversity and inclusion vision for the municipality. Required for Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required) - C. The municipality has developed a strategy or plan to achieve the diversity and inclusion vision. Required for Gold and Platinum. (documentation required)
Notes:
The evidence for A and B can be seen in the Racial Justice PDF
The evidence for A and B can be seen in the Racial Justice PDF
Question:
The municipality has taken or regularly takes the following actions to ensure it is improving organizational diversity and inclusion. Some of these steps could be included as part of vision, strategy, or plan development. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has taken or regularly takes the following actions to ensure it is improving organizational diversity and inclusion. Some of these steps could be included as part of vision, strategy, or plan development. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality has a written policy to ensure a wide range of candidates are sought, encouraged to apply, and interviewed for all job openings. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required) - D. The municipality has written job descriptions for every position and clear employment policies that have been reviewed by a solicitor or qualified labor attorney. - B. The municipality has undertaken a compensation analysis to determine that compensation is within wage and/or salary parameters for each respective position and any variation in pay is based upon legitimate, nondiscriminatory business factors.
A. The municipality has a written policy to ensure a wide range of candidates are sought, encouraged to apply, and interviewed for all job openings. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required) - D. The municipality has written job descriptions for every position and clear employment policies that have been reviewed by a solicitor or qualified labor attorney. - B. The municipality has undertaken a compensation analysis to determine that compensation is within wage and/or salary parameters for each respective position and any variation in pay is based upon legitimate, nondiscriminatory business factors.
Notes:
The three documents include a resolution for racial justice, a sample job description, and the hiring policy.
The three documents include a resolution for racial justice, a sample job description, and the hiring policy.
Operations Materials Management
Question:
All municipal buildings have an active recycling program. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
All municipal buildings have an active recycling program. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. There is a active recycling program for all municipal operations.
A. There is a active recycling program for all municipal operations.
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Question:
There is a written policy in place to encourage sustainable purchasing - the procurement process is tied to general operational policy and focuses on purchasing and/or repairing reusable items before considering single use goods. Single use goods should have high recycled content, be readily recyclable or compostable, and nontoxic wherever possible. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
There is a written policy in place to encourage sustainable purchasing - the procurement process is tied to general operational policy and focuses on purchasing and/or repairing reusable items before considering single use goods. Single use goods should have high recycled content, be readily recyclable or compostable, and nontoxic wherever possible. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. There is a written procurement process that encourages sustainable purchasing. (documentation required) - B. The sustainable purchasing policy is used for all municipal operations.
A. There is a written procurement process that encourages sustainable purchasing. (documentation required) - B. The sustainable purchasing policy is used for all municipal operations.
Notes:
The purchasing policy for sustainability is on page 7 Appendix A
The purchasing policy for sustainability is on page 7 Appendix A
Question:
In which of the following ways does the municipality track its internal or operational waste? Select all that apply.
In which of the following ways does the municipality track its internal or operational waste? Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. We collect waste data from our hauler(s).
A. We collect waste data from our hauler(s).
Notes:
Community Wide Materials Management
Question:
The municipality supports or provides composting.
The municipality supports or provides composting.
Answer:
C. Promotes education on backyard composting and reducing food waste.
C. Promotes education on backyard composting and reducing food waste.
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Question:
The municipality has a waste reduction ordinance for commercial and institutional facilities requiring they recycle at least 5 materials types, including but not limited to: mixed fiber (paper), glass, aluminum, steel, cardboard, #'s 1 and 2 plastics.
The municipality has a waste reduction ordinance for commercial and institutional facilities requiring they recycle at least 5 materials types, including but not limited to: mixed fiber (paper), glass, aluminum, steel, cardboard, #'s 1 and 2 plastics.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11699575 In chapter 264-7 of our code is our commercial recycling ordinance. The types of materials collected are designated by the waste hauler and identified on our websites here, https://www.westwhiteland.org/188/Recycling-Guidelines
https://ecode360.com/11699575 In chapter 264-7 of our code is our commercial recycling ordinance. The types of materials collected are designated by the waste hauler and identified on our websites here, https://www.westwhiteland.org/188/Recycling-Guidelines
Question:
The municipality has a recycling program that includes the following: Select all that apply.
The municipality has a recycling program that includes the following: Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. updated information on the website or in newsletters about recycling, guidelines for what is accepted, and recommendations for reducing, reusing, and repairing. - D. The program includes curbside collection or a permanent drop off point for hard to recycle items and/or electronics.
A. updated information on the website or in newsletters about recycling, guidelines for what is accepted, and recommendations for reducing, reusing, and repairing. - D. The program includes curbside collection or a permanent drop off point for hard to recycle items and/or electronics.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality collects or contracts for recycling collection at the curb.
The municipality collects or contracts for recycling collection at the curb.
Answer:
A. Yes, Required for Gold and Platinum.
A. Yes, Required for Gold and Platinum.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality uses a pay as you throw pricing structure for residential customers. The pricing structure must remain constant or increase with volume and should be designed to incentivize reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting. Select all that apply.
The municipality uses a pay as you throw pricing structure for residential customers. The pricing structure must remain constant or increase with volume and should be designed to incentivize reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality has pay as you throw pricing for residential customers. (documentation required) - B. The pay as you throw pricing structure does not include volume discounts.
A. The municipality has pay as you throw pricing for residential customers. (documentation required) - B. The pay as you throw pricing structure does not include volume discounts.
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11699541 This is a copy of our newsletter describing the payment of the pay as you throw system
https://ecode360.com/11699541 This is a copy of our newsletter describing the payment of the pay as you throw system
Question:
The municipality collects the following types of recyclable materials at the curb. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality collects the following types of recyclable materials at the curb. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
F. Plastics - Mixed Plastics (#'s 3 thru 7 - please check this if you collect any of these) - E. Plastics HDPE and PETE (#'s 1 and 2) - D. Glass - C. MIxed fibers (paper or cardboard) - A. Aluminum
F. Plastics - Mixed Plastics (#'s 3 thru 7 - please check this if you collect any of these) - E. Plastics HDPE and PETE (#'s 1 and 2) - D. Glass - C. MIxed fibers (paper or cardboard) - A. Aluminum
Notes:
Question:
What community-wide waste and recycling data does your municipality collect on an annual basis? Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options. (documentation required)
What community-wide waste and recycling data does your municipality collect on an annual basis? Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options. (documentation required)
Answer:
A. Residential Collection - total waste sent to landfill or incinerator - B. Residential Collection - total recycling sent to Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) or equivalent - H. Residential recycling quality or contamination (what percentage of recyclable material sent to MRF is diverted to landfill/incinerator) - E. Commercial Collection - total waste sent to landfill or incinerator - F. Commercial Collection - total recycling collected - J. Commercial recycling material quantities by type (i.e. mixed fibers, plastic #1, glass, etc...)
A. Residential Collection - total waste sent to landfill or incinerator - B. Residential Collection - total recycling sent to Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) or equivalent - H. Residential recycling quality or contamination (what percentage of recyclable material sent to MRF is diverted to landfill/incinerator) - E. Commercial Collection - total waste sent to landfill or incinerator - F. Commercial Collection - total recycling collected - J. Commercial recycling material quantities by type (i.e. mixed fibers, plastic #1, glass, etc...)
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Question:
The municipality contracts for residential solid waste and recycling collection as opposed to individual home owners contracting for the same.
The municipality contracts for residential solid waste and recycling collection as opposed to individual home owners contracting for the same.
Answer:
A. Yes, Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
A. Yes, Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
Notes:
Resiliency Planning
Question:
The municipality has created a flood response plan as a part of their emergency response plan. Select all that apply.
The municipality has created a flood response plan as a part of their emergency response plan. Select all that apply.
Answer:
B. All municipal staff and volunteers have been trained on the details of the flood evacuation/response plan.
B. All municipal staff and volunteers have been trained on the details of the flood evacuation/response plan.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has done a resiliency assessment and has created a resilience plan. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has done a resiliency assessment and has created a resilience plan. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality has performed or has participated in a regional assessment of hazards and potential risks of climate change. (documentation required) - D. The plan indicates who is responsible for implementing each of the actions.
A. The municipality has performed or has participated in a regional assessment of hazards and potential risks of climate change. (documentation required) - D. The plan indicates who is responsible for implementing each of the actions.
Notes:
This is the DVRPC Climate Resiliency Assessment that incorporates Chester County.
This is the DVRPC Climate Resiliency Assessment that incorporates Chester County.
Question:
The community has identified vulnerable populations in the community to prepare for emergencies and created a registry to check in on those citizens in the case of an emergency. Select all that apply.
The community has identified vulnerable populations in the community to prepare for emergencies and created a registry to check in on those citizens in the case of an emergency. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The community has identified at risk or vulnerable populations. - C. The community has worked with at risk or vulnerable groups to develop response, evacuation, and/or recovery plans.
A. The community has identified at risk or vulnerable populations. - C. The community has worked with at risk or vulnerable groups to develop response, evacuation, and/or recovery plans.
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Question:
The community has conducted emergency communications planning and/or has adopted a reverse 911 system. This can be part of disaster preparedness process. Select all that apply.
The community has conducted emergency communications planning and/or has adopted a reverse 911 system. This can be part of disaster preparedness process. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. Yes the community has conducted emergency communications planning. - B. The community uses a reverse 911 system.
A. Yes the community has conducted emergency communications planning. - B. The community uses a reverse 911 system.
Notes:
Sustainability Program
Question:
The municipality has passed a resolution to affirm (or reaffirm) participation in the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification Program. Required for Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
The municipality has passed a resolution to affirm (or reaffirm) participation in the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification Program. Required for Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
Answer:
A. Yes. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required)
A. Yes. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required)
Notes:
Added new file of resolution to support signed document
Added new file of resolution to support signed document
Question:
The municipality has a sustainability program. Required for Gold and Platinum. Select all that apply.
The municipality has a sustainability program. Required for Gold and Platinum. Select all that apply.
Answer:
C. The goals of the sustainability program are aligned with the goals of the community's comprehensive plan. - D. There is ongoing training for municipal employees and officials with the goal of advancing the objectives of the municipal sustainability program.
C. The goals of the sustainability program are aligned with the goals of the community's comprehensive plan. - D. There is ongoing training for municipal employees and officials with the goal of advancing the objectives of the municipal sustainability program.
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Question:
The community has an active sustainability team, an Environmental Advisory Council (EAC), or comparable body that has at least one board member, one staff member, and one resident who is responsible for advising and/or creating policy and conducting outreach related to all three aspects of sustainability: Environment, Equity, and Economy. Required for Silver, Gold and Platinum.
The community has an active sustainability team, an Environmental Advisory Council (EAC), or comparable body that has at least one board member, one staff member, and one resident who is responsible for advising and/or creating policy and conducting outreach related to all three aspects of sustainability: Environment, Equity, and Economy. Required for Silver, Gold and Platinum.
Answer:
A. The municipality has an active sustainability team, EAC, or comparable committee that has incorporated all three aspects of sustainability. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required)
A. The municipality has an active sustainability team, EAC, or comparable committee that has incorporated all three aspects of sustainability. Required for Silver, Gold, and Platinum. (documentation required)
Notes:
The Township uses the Public Services committee as an advisory board that includes a Supervisor, Staff liaison and Community Members https://www.westwhiteland.org/191/Public-Services-Commission
The Township uses the Public Services committee as an advisory board that includes a Supervisor, Staff liaison and Community Members https://www.westwhiteland.org/191/Public-Services-Commission
Question:
The sustainability team has goals, and reports annually to the public on its progress towards achieving those goals. Select all that apply.
The sustainability team has goals, and reports annually to the public on its progress towards achieving those goals. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The sustainability team has specific goals.
A. The sustainability team has specific goals.
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There is ongoing professional development for municipal personnel and officials that includes participating in programs with (at a minimum of once per year) Pennsylvania Municipal League, Local Government Academy, PA DCED or other Pennsylvania municipal training association programs.
There is ongoing professional development for municipal personnel and officials that includes participating in programs with (at a minimum of once per year) Pennsylvania Municipal League, Local Government Academy, PA DCED or other Pennsylvania municipal training association programs.
Answer:
A. Yes, professional development has occured at a minimum of once per year for all or most staff and/or elected officials.
A. Yes, professional development has occured at a minimum of once per year for all or most staff and/or elected officials.
Notes:
Health and Wellness
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The municipality considers and promotes health and wellness. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality considers and promotes health and wellness. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality provides access to recreational opportunities and amenities to promote active and healthy lifestyles (this can include ecotourism, river/creek access for fishing, hiking and walking trails with programming, etc.). - B. The municipality runs, supports, and/or promotes, exercise and/or wellness programs for all age groups. - C. The municipally runs or supports community wellness program/s addressing issues of mental health, such as social isolation, suicide prevention, PTSD/Trauma and/or others.
A. The municipality provides access to recreational opportunities and amenities to promote active and healthy lifestyles (this can include ecotourism, river/creek access for fishing, hiking and walking trails with programming, etc.). - B. The municipality runs, supports, and/or promotes, exercise and/or wellness programs for all age groups. - C. The municipally runs or supports community wellness program/s addressing issues of mental health, such as social isolation, suicide prevention, PTSD/Trauma and/or others.
Notes:
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The municipality enforces policies to improve air quality and limit resident exposure to sources of poor air quality. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality enforces policies to improve air quality and limit resident exposure to sources of poor air quality. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. A burn ban has been formally adopted and made part of municipal ordinance, and State or County outdoor wood-fired boiler construction and operation is in accordance with state law.
A. A burn ban has been formally adopted and made part of municipal ordinance, and State or County outdoor wood-fired boiler construction and operation is in accordance with state law.
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Water Planning and Protection
Question:
The municipality has an up-to-date official map for land or water bodies that the municipality intends to restore, preserve, and protect. Select all that apply.
The municipality has an up-to-date official map for land or water bodies that the municipality intends to restore, preserve, and protect. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality has an up-to-date official map to protect future land uses such as open space, trails, and/or parks. (documentation required)
A. The municipality has an up-to-date official map to protect future land uses such as open space, trails, and/or parks. (documentation required)
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has created an integrated water resources management (IWRM) or a 'One Water' plan to protect water quality, human health, and community assets. Choose all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has created an integrated water resources management (IWRM) or a 'One Water' plan to protect water quality, human health, and community assets. Choose all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality has a One Water plan or is a part of a regional One Water plan. (documentation required) - D. Green alternatives were evaluated and regenerative natural alternatives are identified in the plan.
A. The municipality has a One Water plan or is a part of a regional One Water plan. (documentation required) - D. Green alternatives were evaluated and regenerative natural alternatives are identified in the plan.
Notes:
Chester County Water Resources Plan chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/6525/Chester-County-Watersheds-Plan?bidId=
Chester County Water Resources Plan chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.chesco.org/DocumentCenter/View/6525/Chester-County-Watersheds-Plan?bidId=
Question:
The comprehensive plan (or separate water-specific plans that are currently in use - such as a One Water plan or a flood mitigation plan) includes recommendations for: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The comprehensive plan (or separate water-specific plans that are currently in use - such as a One Water plan or a flood mitigation plan) includes recommendations for: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. encouraging low impact development or enhanced stormwater management techniques to manage stormwater runoff and onsite stormwater infiltration where geologically effective. - B. protecting and preserving wetlands, waterways/riparian buffers.
A. encouraging low impact development or enhanced stormwater management techniques to manage stormwater runoff and onsite stormwater infiltration where geologically effective. - B. protecting and preserving wetlands, waterways/riparian buffers.
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Question:
The municipality has an ordinance aimed to incentivize or mandate the protection and/or restoration of riparian buffers, wetlands, and waterways.
The municipality has an ordinance aimed to incentivize or mandate the protection and/or restoration of riparian buffers, wetlands, and waterways.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701936
https://ecode360.com/11701936
Question:
The municipality has developed and implemented a Stormwater Management Plan of Best Management Practices including all 6 minimum control measures, including Public Education and Outreach, Public Participation, Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination, Construction Site Runoff Control, Post Construction Runoff Control, and Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping, to meet the MS4 requirements.
The municipality has developed and implemented a Stormwater Management Plan of Best Management Practices including all 6 minimum control measures, including Public Education and Outreach, Public Participation, Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination, Construction Site Runoff Control, Post Construction Runoff Control, and Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping, to meet the MS4 requirements.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Planning and Zoning
Question:
The municipality has up-to-date zoning and related ordinances that reflect the objectives of the comprehensive plan. Select all that apply.
The municipality has up-to-date zoning and related ordinances that reflect the objectives of the comprehensive plan. Select all that apply.
Answer:
B. The municipality has an up-to-date subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO) that reflects the objectives of the comprehensive plan. - A. The municipal zoning ordinance was amended to achieve the goals of the most recent comp plan (flexibility will be granted where the comp plan was passed less than 24 months prior). - C. The municipality has passed other ordinances or policies to support or incentivize the objectives of the comprehensive plan.
B. The municipality has an up-to-date subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO) that reflects the objectives of the comprehensive plan. - A. The municipal zoning ordinance was amended to achieve the goals of the most recent comp plan (flexibility will be granted where the comp plan was passed less than 24 months prior). - C. The municipality has passed other ordinances or policies to support or incentivize the objectives of the comprehensive plan.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality regularly updates and effectively uses their comprehensive land use plan as a community engagement process and a guiding document. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality regularly updates and effectively uses their comprehensive land use plan as a community engagement process and a guiding document. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The comprehensive plan had a process for significant stakeholder engagement and included a plan with specific steps for reaching vulnerable and/or marginalized community members. (documentation required) - B. The comp plan includes implementable steps with specific timelines - C. The comp plan includes instructions for who is responsible for the implementable steps. - D. The comp plan includes mechanisms or guidelines for reporting progress towards those steps to the public and/or for making adjustments.
A. The comprehensive plan had a process for significant stakeholder engagement and included a plan with specific steps for reaching vulnerable and/or marginalized community members. (documentation required) - B. The comp plan includes implementable steps with specific timelines - C. The comp plan includes instructions for who is responsible for the implementable steps. - D. The comp plan includes mechanisms or guidelines for reporting progress towards those steps to the public and/or for making adjustments.
Notes:
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan- - Evidence for A is specifically in the Bike/Ped plan on page 21. Surveys were sent out electronically and by mail to reach those without internet access. The results of the surveys helped determine outcomes of the Bike/Ped Plan.
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan- - Evidence for A is specifically in the Bike/Ped plan on page 21. Surveys were sent out electronically and by mail to reach those without internet access. The results of the surveys helped determine outcomes of the Bike/Ped Plan.
Question:
Two or more of the municipality's planning officials (planning commission members, planning department staff, code officials) have attended trainings on the following land use topics. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Two or more of the municipality's planning officials (planning commission members, planning department staff, code officials) have attended trainings on the following land use topics. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. Complete streets or accessible transportation systems (documentation required) - C. Climate Change or energy reduction policies (documentation required) - B. Stormwater best practices and policies (documentation required) - A. Racial equity or the history of racial segregation in Pennsylvania or the local region (documentation required)
D. Complete streets or accessible transportation systems (documentation required) - C. Climate Change or energy reduction policies (documentation required) - B. Stormwater best practices and policies (documentation required) - A. Racial equity or the history of racial segregation in Pennsylvania or the local region (documentation required)
Notes:
This is the AICP attendance log for trainings offered to planning staff. Events on Climate Change, Racial Equity, Storm Water, and Accessible Transportation are included in the log. The second attachment are the logs for our second planning staff member.
This is the AICP attendance log for trainings offered to planning staff. Events on Climate Change, Racial Equity, Storm Water, and Accessible Transportation are included in the log. The second attachment are the logs for our second planning staff member.
Equitable Housing
Question:
The zoning ordinance provides for or accommodates a full range of housing opportunities.
The zoning ordinance provides for or accommodates a full range of housing opportunities.
Answer:
A. The municipality allows for more than 6 different types of housing (see the "more info" button for acceptable types). (documentation required)
A. The municipality allows for more than 6 different types of housing (see the "more info" button for acceptable types). (documentation required)
Notes:
section 325-6 shows residential districts 1-4. These districts consist of Single family, Two family(twin/duplex), Multifamily, Fourplex, Townhome, and Apartment. These are also allowed in the O/L, O/R, and TC districts. https://ecode360.com/11702069#11702069
section 325-6 shows residential districts 1-4. These districts consist of Single family, Two family(twin/duplex), Multifamily, Fourplex, Townhome, and Apartment. These are also allowed in the O/L, O/R, and TC districts. https://ecode360.com/11702069#11702069
Human Scale Development
Question:
The comprehensive plan encourages walkable/mixed use development. Select all that apply.
The comprehensive plan encourages walkable/mixed use development. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The plan calls for retail, offices, commercial services, housing, and civic uses to exist in same district. - B. The plan calls for publicly accessible areas within walkable/mixed use neighborhoods. - C. The plan calls for compact housing and street design to encourage access to all amenities in those districts.
A. The plan calls for retail, offices, commercial services, housing, and civic uses to exist in same district. - B. The plan calls for publicly accessible areas within walkable/mixed use neighborhoods. - C. The plan calls for compact housing and street design to encourage access to all amenities in those districts.
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The zoning and SALDO ordinances promote walkable, mixed use development. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The zoning and SALDO ordinances promote walkable, mixed use development. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
E. The zoning ordinance incorporates form-based zoning to encourage walkable human scale growth. (documentation required) - C. Storefront requirements, signage, and street design are oriented towards the pedestrian. - B. The community's land use ordinances encourage compact design to ensure that the distances between amenities and services are accessible by pedestrians. - D. The land use ordinances encourage other principles of mixed use/walkable neighborhoods. - A. The zoning ordinance, SALDO, or district overlays have districts that permit retail, officies, commercial services, housing, and civic uses in the same district. (documentation required)
E. The zoning ordinance incorporates form-based zoning to encourage walkable human scale growth. (documentation required) - C. Storefront requirements, signage, and street design are oriented towards the pedestrian. - B. The community's land use ordinances encourage compact design to ensure that the distances between amenities and services are accessible by pedestrians. - D. The land use ordinances encourage other principles of mixed use/walkable neighborhoods. - A. The zoning ordinance, SALDO, or district overlays have districts that permit retail, officies, commercial services, housing, and civic uses in the same district. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701933
https://ecode360.com/11701933
Question:
The municipality is focused on maintaining, improving, or redeveloping areas as opposed to opening up new land for development and this is reflected in community planning documents and ordinances. Select all that apply.
The municipality is focused on maintaining, improving, or redeveloping areas as opposed to opening up new land for development and this is reflected in community planning documents and ordinances. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipal comp plan calls for limiting the expansion of land development to specific areas while protecting undeveloped land. - B. The zoning and SALDO ordinances do not allow for building new developments on undeveloped land, or have it limited to specific infill areas of the community designed to strengthen walkable/mixed-use/compact development. (documentation required)
A. The municipal comp plan calls for limiting the expansion of land development to specific areas while protecting undeveloped land. - B. The zoning and SALDO ordinances do not allow for building new developments on undeveloped land, or have it limited to specific infill areas of the community designed to strengthen walkable/mixed-use/compact development. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701933 Pages 6-13 of the attached document have the information you are looking for.
https://ecode360.com/11701933 Pages 6-13 of the attached document have the information you are looking for.
Community Wide Greenhouse Gas Mitigation
Question:
A greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory has been completed or updated for the entire community within the last 7 years. Select all that apply.
A greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory has been completed or updated for the entire community within the last 7 years. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality conducted a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for the entire community within the last 7 years. This could be part of a larger regional GHG Inventory. (documentation required)
A. The municipality conducted a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for the entire community within the last 7 years. This could be part of a larger regional GHG Inventory. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://www.dvrpc.org/webmaps/MunicipalEnergy/mcdDetail.aspx?mcdcode=4202984192
https://www.dvrpc.org/webmaps/MunicipalEnergy/mcdDetail.aspx?mcdcode=4202984192
Question:
Municipal support is provided to a public program for residents and businesses to conserve energy, promote renewable energy sources, and mitigate carbon emissions. Municipal support can come in the form of direct funding, in-kind donations of time and/or physical resources, and/or assistance with community outreach. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Municipal support is provided to a public program for residents and businesses to conserve energy, promote renewable energy sources, and mitigate carbon emissions. Municipal support can come in the form of direct funding, in-kind donations of time and/or physical resources, and/or assistance with community outreach. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote renewable energy. (documentation required) - B. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote energy efficiency. (documentation required) - D. The municipality provides support for a program that encourages or incentivizes residents to convert HVAC systems and large appliances (stove, water heater, and dryer) to electric power. (documentation required)
A. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote renewable energy. (documentation required) - B. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote energy efficiency. (documentation required) - D. The municipality provides support for a program that encourages or incentivizes residents to convert HVAC systems and large appliances (stove, water heater, and dryer) to electric power. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://www.wcacleanenergy.org/ Our municipality hosts the program site on our website.
https://www.wcacleanenergy.org/ Our municipality hosts the program site on our website.
Question:
The municipality has passed a resolution committing to making the transition to 100% renewable energy, such as Sierra Club's Ready for 100 initiative.
The municipality has passed a resolution committing to making the transition to 100% renewable energy, such as Sierra Club's Ready for 100 initiative.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
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Question:
The municipality has taken the following actions to improve market conditions for installing solar energy systems on residential and commercial buildings. Select all that apply.
The municipality has taken the following actions to improve market conditions for installing solar energy systems on residential and commercial buildings. Select all that apply.
Answer:
B. Residential and commercial ground mounted solar systems considered accessory use are permitted by right in most zoning districts. (documentation required) - C. Residential and commercial roof mounted solar systems do not require zoning permits or are permitted by right in most zoning districts. - D. The municipality has a solar specific process for permitting solar installations. (documentation required)
B. Residential and commercial ground mounted solar systems considered accessory use are permitted by right in most zoning districts. (documentation required) - C. Residential and commercial roof mounted solar systems do not require zoning permits or are permitted by right in most zoning districts. - D. The municipality has a solar specific process for permitting solar installations. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/15405619#15405619 Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
https://ecode360.com/15405619#15405619 Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
Question:
The municipality has implemented and is actively enforcing Pennsylvania's energy-efficiency building codes. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has implemented and is actively enforcing Pennsylvania's energy-efficiency building codes. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
B. Municipal code officials have received training on the energy-efficiency codes.
B. Municipal code officials have received training on the energy-efficiency codes.
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Economic Development
Question:
The municipality supports local businesses and main street or economic development programs. Select all that apply.
The municipality supports local businesses and main street or economic development programs. Select all that apply.
Answer:
D. The municipality maintains an inventory of local retail and B2B businesses on its website.
D. The municipality maintains an inventory of local retail and B2B businesses on its website.
Notes:
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan-
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan-
Question:
The municipal website provides businesses with a list of programs, tools, and resources they can use to improve community sustainability. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipal website provides businesses with a list of programs, tools, and resources they can use to improve community sustainability. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The community has a sustainable business landing page that connects businesses to resources to improve sustainability. - B. The landing page has information about Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy, Energy Audits or other energy reduction programs.
A. The community has a sustainable business landing page that connects businesses to resources to improve sustainability. - B. The landing page has information about Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy, Energy Audits or other energy reduction programs.
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The municipality maintains or supports program/s to recognize local businesses or leaders who encourage or improve sustainability. Select all that apply.
The municipality maintains or supports program/s to recognize local businesses or leaders who encourage or improve sustainability. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality recognizes local business or community leaders who foster sustainability in the community or region, either with awards or with posts in local newsletters or on social media.
A. The municipality recognizes local business or community leaders who foster sustainability in the community or region, either with awards or with posts in local newsletters or on social media.
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Question:
The municipality supports or collaborates with a workforce development program to help at-risk populations, or those transitioning away from extractive industries, obtain meaningful employment.
The municipality supports or collaborates with a workforce development program to help at-risk populations, or those transitioning away from extractive industries, obtain meaningful employment.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
Our Municipality is compliant through our partnership with the Exton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Our Municipality is compliant through our partnership with the Exton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Question:
The municipality supports or collaborates with a main street program or local economic development corporation to offer training/support for women- or minority-owned businesses.
The municipality supports or collaborates with a main street program or local economic development corporation to offer training/support for women- or minority-owned businesses.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
Our Municipality is compliant through our partnership with the Exton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Our Municipality is compliant through our partnership with the Exton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Question:
The municipality has policies to incentivize or encourage small-scale developers and developments. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has policies to incentivize or encourage small-scale developers and developments. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality has reviewed zoning code and related ordinances to assess barriers to small scale developers. - B. The municipality has updated code to allow for incremental development by right or has adopted form based zoning. (documentation required)
A. The municipality has reviewed zoning code and related ordinances to assess barriers to small scale developers. - B. The municipality has updated code to allow for incremental development by right or has adopted form based zoning. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701933 Form based zoning exists in our TC district which can be found in Article IV
https://ecode360.com/11701933 Form based zoning exists in our TC district which can be found in Article IV
Community Revitalization
Question:
A demolition ordinance has been adopted that includes provisions to ensure the mitigation of harmful pollutants including lead and asbestos.
A demolition ordinance has been adopted that includes provisions to ensure the mitigation of harmful pollutants including lead and asbestos.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
Demolition Ordinance §137-5 e-code https://ecode360.com/14595929
Demolition Ordinance §137-5 e-code https://ecode360.com/14595929
Question:
The municipality operates a rental inspection program for all non-owner occupied buildings. Select all that apply.
The municipality operates a rental inspection program for all non-owner occupied buildings. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality manages a rental inspection program. (documentation required)
A. The municipality manages a rental inspection program. (documentation required)
Notes:
Rental Inspections are covered in Chapter 250-7 of our Township Code. https://ecode360.com/29323132
Rental Inspections are covered in Chapter 250-7 of our Township Code. https://ecode360.com/29323132
Question:
The municipality has elected to administer and enforce Pennsylvania's Uniform Construction Code (UCC) and the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). Select all that apply.
The municipality has elected to administer and enforce Pennsylvania's Uniform Construction Code (UCC) and the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC). Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality administers the UCC. - B. The municipality administers the IMPC.
A. The municipality administers the UCC. - B. The municipality administers the IMPC.
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Land Conservation Management
Question:
The municipality has written policies and/or incentives to conserve environmentally and ecologically sensitive places, including: (documentation required) Select all that apply.
The municipality has written policies and/or incentives to conserve environmentally and ecologically sensitive places, including: (documentation required) Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. Slopes over 25% and/or slide prone soils and geology - C. Mature woodlands
A. Slopes over 25% and/or slide prone soils and geology - C. Mature woodlands
Notes:
https://ecode360.com/11701933
https://ecode360.com/11701933
Question:
Municipal land use ordinances protect or expand valuable green space and ecologically important assets including: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Municipal land use ordinances protect or expand valuable green space and ecologically important assets including: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. improving parks/recreation, publicly accessible open space with greenways designated to connect parks and trails (documentation required) - B. zones or districts where ecologically valuable green space and productive agricultural areas are maintained and/or expanded (documentation required) - D. tree/woodland replacement criteria
A. improving parks/recreation, publicly accessible open space with greenways designated to connect parks and trails (documentation required) - B. zones or districts where ecologically valuable green space and productive agricultural areas are maintained and/or expanded (documentation required) - D. tree/woodland replacement criteria
Notes:
The pages from the WWT Bike and Ped plan show evidence for A and B. https://ecode360.com/11701933 In chapter 281-34 of our Township Code there is evidence for D.
The pages from the WWT Bike and Ped plan show evidence for A and B. https://ecode360.com/11701933 In chapter 281-34 of our Township Code there is evidence for D.
Question:
The municipal comprehensive plan includes recommendations: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options. (documentation required)
The municipal comprehensive plan includes recommendations: Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options. (documentation required)
Answer:
H. to conserve and enhance areas where important wildlife and fish habitats exist and promote connectivity to allow species to migrate to suitable habitat (e.g., using land exchanges, conservation easements, leases; by removing barriers, etc.). - G. to expand park access so a majority of residents are within a walkable distance to a park. (must be under 1 mile - suggest 1/2 mile and have a goal of at least 90% of population) - F. connecting parks and open with greenways and trails. - E. for expanding and/or improving parks, recreational spaces, and open space. - D. for promoting community gardens and infill green space. - C. for protecting productive agricultural areas. - B. for preserving environmentally sensitive and/or ecologically significant areas. - A. for protecting woodlands and increasing tree cover in the municipality.
H. to conserve and enhance areas where important wildlife and fish habitats exist and promote connectivity to allow species to migrate to suitable habitat (e.g., using land exchanges, conservation easements, leases; by removing barriers, etc.). - G. to expand park access so a majority of residents are within a walkable distance to a park. (must be under 1 mile - suggest 1/2 mile and have a goal of at least 90% of population) - F. connecting parks and open with greenways and trails. - E. for expanding and/or improving parks, recreational spaces, and open space. - D. for promoting community gardens and infill green space. - C. for protecting productive agricultural areas. - B. for preserving environmentally sensitive and/or ecologically significant areas. - A. for protecting woodlands and increasing tree cover in the municipality.
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Parks and Habitat Programs
Question:
Sustainable landscape maintenance practices are used for all parks and municipal grounds. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Sustainable landscape maintenance practices are used for all parks and municipal grounds. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
F. The municipality limits water use by planting appropriate native species and timing waterings to conserve water.
F. The municipality limits water use by planting appropriate native species and timing waterings to conserve water.
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Question:
The municipality has been actively building out green space and parks to ensure access to all citizens. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has been actively building out green space and parks to ensure access to all citizens. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. All municipal parks have been reviewed and redesigned to ensure access to those of all abilities. - A. The municipality has built or is in the process of building trail or walkable connections to all major parks, green spaces, and significant community amenities (grocery stores, community centers, libraries, etc...). (documentation required) - C. Parks that have been built or redesigned in the last 10 years included a robust public input process. - B. The municipality maintains or is currently building out the municipal park system such that everyone in the community is a walkable distance (less than .5 miles) away from a publically accessible park or green space. Doesn't apply to rural communities.
D. All municipal parks have been reviewed and redesigned to ensure access to those of all abilities. - A. The municipality has built or is in the process of building trail or walkable connections to all major parks, green spaces, and significant community amenities (grocery stores, community centers, libraries, etc...). (documentation required) - C. Parks that have been built or redesigned in the last 10 years included a robust public input process. - B. The municipality maintains or is currently building out the municipal park system such that everyone in the community is a walkable distance (less than .5 miles) away from a publically accessible park or green space. Doesn't apply to rural communities.
Notes:
This parks and trails map includes a legend and should provide evidence for A. The Bike/Ped map shows current and planned trails as well as other amenities such as bus stops.
This parks and trails map includes a legend and should provide evidence for A. The Bike/Ped map shows current and planned trails as well as other amenities such as bus stops.
Transportation Planning
Question:
The comprehensive plan includes transportation-related recommendations and/or goals related to climate change, equitable access, and improving community health outcomes. Those transportation-related recommendations or goals include: (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The comprehensive plan includes transportation-related recommendations and/or goals related to climate change, equitable access, and improving community health outcomes. Those transportation-related recommendations or goals include: (documentation required) Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
F. Increasing bicycle, transit, and pedestrian commuting - D. increasing equitable access to all modes of transportation - C. Improving community health outcomes through active transportation - B. Improving overall safety outcomes (vision zero) - A. Lowering carbon emissions
F. Increasing bicycle, transit, and pedestrian commuting - D. increasing equitable access to all modes of transportation - C. Improving community health outcomes through active transportation - B. Improving overall safety outcomes (vision zero) - A. Lowering carbon emissions
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Mobility Options
Question:
The municipality is developing and maintaining residential multimodal infrastructure. Select all that apply.
The municipality is developing and maintaining residential multimodal infrastructure. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality is developing and maintaining bicycling and walking trails that extend and connect the community's sidewalks, key community assets/amenities, and park systems. - B. The municipality has created a sidewalk improvement program that provides incentives to property owners to maintain and/or rebuild their sidewalks and/or is actively building sidewalks where there are gaps in neighborhood connections.
A. The municipality is developing and maintaining bicycling and walking trails that extend and connect the community's sidewalks, key community assets/amenities, and park systems. - B. The municipality has created a sidewalk improvement program that provides incentives to property owners to maintain and/or rebuild their sidewalks and/or is actively building sidewalks where there are gaps in neighborhood connections.
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Question:
The municipality has passed transit policies or built transit-related infrastructure. Select all that apply.
The municipality has passed transit policies or built transit-related infrastructure. Select all that apply.
Answer:
B. The municipality has implemented projects to improve first-/last-mile connections for transit riders by installing and/or updating small-scale infrastructure. (documentation required) - C. Information is collected, shared, and/or work is done in collaboration with transit authority.
B. The municipality has implemented projects to improve first-/last-mile connections for transit riders by installing and/or updating small-scale infrastructure. (documentation required) - C. Information is collected, shared, and/or work is done in collaboration with transit authority.
Notes:
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan- The most recently completed project was the CVT to the Exton Train station in 2021. More planned at transit infrastructure in the Bike/Ped Plan. We are also coordinating sidewalk improvements with business owners along route 30.
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan- The most recently completed project was the CVT to the Exton Train station in 2021. More planned at transit infrastructure in the Bike/Ped Plan. We are also coordinating sidewalk improvements with business owners along route 30.
Question:
The municipality has built out a bicycle infrastructure network that reaches a significant portion of the population (within 1/2 mile); the infrastructure must be constituted primarily of protected or separated bike lanes, and/or dedicated trails, and less than 50% of the system is comprised of 'share the road (sharrows)' or 'on road/unseparated ' routes. (documentation required)
The municipality has built out a bicycle infrastructure network that reaches a significant portion of the population (within 1/2 mile); the infrastructure must be constituted primarily of protected or separated bike lanes, and/or dedicated trails, and less than 50% of the system is comprised of 'share the road (sharrows)' or 'on road/unseparated ' routes. (documentation required)
Answer:
B. The municipality has bicycle infrastructure that reaches 50% of the population.
B. The municipality has bicycle infrastructure that reaches 50% of the population.
Notes:
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chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan-
Question:
The municipality has created and is implementing plans and policies to improve bicycle infrastructure and increase bicycle usage. Select all that apply.
The municipality has created and is implementing plans and policies to improve bicycle infrastructure and increase bicycle usage. Select all that apply.
Answer:
F. Police are trained on the rights and responsibilities of bicyclists and state law on passing bicycles. - E. The municipality has bike racks at key locations around the town. - D. Regional public transit permits bicycles on its vehicles and/or has bike storage at key locations. - C. The municipality actively promotes bicycling with information provided on its website, newsletter, and/or other communication networks. - A. The municipality has a plan for a bicycle infrastructure network that will reach a majority of the municipal population and commercial businesses with protected and/or separated bike lanes. (documentation required)
F. Police are trained on the rights and responsibilities of bicyclists and state law on passing bicycles. - E. The municipality has bike racks at key locations around the town. - D. Regional public transit permits bicycles on its vehicles and/or has bike storage at key locations. - C. The municipality actively promotes bicycling with information provided on its website, newsletter, and/or other communication networks. - A. The municipality has a plan for a bicycle infrastructure network that will reach a majority of the municipal population and commercial businesses with protected and/or separated bike lanes. (documentation required)
Notes:
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chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.westwhiteland.org/DocumentCenter/View/1193/Full-Bicycle--Pedestrian-Plan-
Vehicle Carbon Reduction and Efficiency
Question:
The municipality has completed a vehicle fleet assessment to analyze the potential for lower- or zero-carbon vehicles, right-sizing vehicles for the job/trip requirement, replacing older diesel trucks or equipment with cleaner technology. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has completed a vehicle fleet assessment to analyze the potential for lower- or zero-carbon vehicles, right-sizing vehicles for the job/trip requirement, replacing older diesel trucks or equipment with cleaner technology. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
D. The municipality has replaced one or more vehicles with hybrids or electric vehicles. (documentation required)
D. The municipality has replaced one or more vehicles with hybrids or electric vehicles. (documentation required)
Notes:
Question:
The municipality is taking steps to improve Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption in the community. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality is taking steps to improve Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption in the community. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality has assessed EV Infrastructure and created a plan for where the municipal government should install chargers on government owned property. - C. Municipality provides information about available EV charging infrastructure on its website.
A. The municipality has assessed EV Infrastructure and created a plan for where the municipal government should install chargers on government owned property. - C. Municipality provides information about available EV charging infrastructure on its website.
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Question:
The municipality has plans or policies designed to improve vehicle efficiency and shift drivers to more sustainable forms of travel. The goals of vehicle efficiency programs or practices should be secondary to protecting the safety, convenience, connectivity, and accessibility of the system for bicycle, pedestrian, and other non-motorized vehicular traffic. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has plans or policies designed to improve vehicle efficiency and shift drivers to more sustainable forms of travel. The goals of vehicle efficiency programs or practices should be secondary to protecting the safety, convenience, connectivity, and accessibility of the system for bicycle, pedestrian, and other non-motorized vehicular traffic. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The municipality supports a program to educate citizens and/or business on the benefits of transportation demand-side management. - C. The municipality is implementing smart signalization in high volume vehicular transportation corridors. (documentation required) - D. Carpooling/vanpooling is promoted and/or facilitated by the municipality.
A. The municipality supports a program to educate citizens and/or business on the benefits of transportation demand-side management. - C. The municipality is implementing smart signalization in high volume vehicular transportation corridors. (documentation required) - D. Carpooling/vanpooling is promoted and/or facilitated by the municipality.
Notes:
This is the Township's Closed Loop System Maintenance agreement with PennDOT
This is the Township's Closed Loop System Maintenance agreement with PennDOT
Energy Use, Conservation and Green Building
Municipal Energy Use
Question:
The municipality has trained building operators to fine-tune building operations to conserve energy (i.e., building retuning training) and has created guidelines for how to maintain operations. Select all that apply.
The municipality has trained building operators to fine-tune building operations to conserve energy (i.e., building retuning training) and has created guidelines for how to maintain operations. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipal officials in charge of building maintenance and operations have been to at least one course on building retuning in the last 5 years.
A. The municipal officials in charge of building maintenance and operations have been to at least one course on building retuning in the last 5 years.
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Question:
Municipality has retrofitted or replaced at least 90% of street lights, outdoor lighting, and traffic signals with LED bulbs. Select all that apply.
Municipality has retrofitted or replaced at least 90% of street lights, outdoor lighting, and traffic signals with LED bulbs. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. Yes, the municipality has started the process but does not yet have 90% of their lights converted.
A. Yes, the municipality has started the process but does not yet have 90% of their lights converted.
Notes:
The municipality has started this process but it has been project based where replacement occurs in line with other roadway projects.
The municipality has started this process but it has been project based where replacement occurs in line with other roadway projects.
Question:
By what percentage has the municipality reduced its energy use intensity compared to the baseline performance? Please calculate based on changes between the current year and base year you reported above. See more info for calculation instructions. A reduction is required for Platinum.
By what percentage has the municipality reduced its energy use intensity compared to the baseline performance? Please calculate based on changes between the current year and base year you reported above. See more info for calculation instructions. A reduction is required for Platinum.
Answer:
G. 25-49%
G. 25-49%
Notes:
Question:
Do you have a year or more worth of data to share about the municipality's energy use? If so, please select "yes" below and then click "more info" for instructions on how to report. Please note: you must submit this data to earn points for quantified energy reductions in the following questions.
Do you have a year or more worth of data to share about the municipality's energy use? If so, please select "yes" below and then click "more info" for instructions on how to report. Please note: you must submit this data to earn points for quantified energy reductions in the following questions.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
Question:
To what extent has the municipality engaged in an energy audit for municipally owned buildings? Select all that apply. See below for required documentation. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
To what extent has the municipality engaged in an energy audit for municipally owned buildings? Select all that apply. See below for required documentation. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
B. We have undergone a professionally-conducted energy audit. (documentation required) - C. We have implemented some of the recommendations from the energy audit.
B. We have undergone a professionally-conducted energy audit. (documentation required) - C. We have implemented some of the recommendations from the energy audit.
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Question:
Do you track your energy usage? Required for Gold and Platinum. Select all that apply.
Do you track your energy usage? Required for Gold and Platinum. Select all that apply.
Answer:
B. We use a data management system (e.g., ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager) to monitor and record our energy use. (documentation required)
B. We use a data management system (e.g., ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager) to monitor and record our energy use. (documentation required)
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Governance and Community Engagement
Public Safety
Question:
The municipality collaborates with neighboring municipalities in the provision of public safety services. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality collaborates with neighboring municipalities in the provision of public safety services. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. Municipality maintains updated public safety mutual aid agreements with neighboring municipalities and shares resources. - D. Municipality participates in a regional service program or contracts services to or through other municipalities for EMS.
A. Municipality maintains updated public safety mutual aid agreements with neighboring municipalities and shares resources. - D. Municipality participates in a regional service program or contracts services to or through other municipalities for EMS.
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Question:
The municipality has evaluated the efficacy of the community's emergency preparedness systems and has a plan for maintenance or improvement. Select all that apply.
The municipality has evaluated the efficacy of the community's emergency preparedness systems and has a plan for maintenance or improvement. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. The municipality has assessed the efficacy of the community's emergency preparedness systems.
A. The municipality has assessed the efficacy of the community's emergency preparedness systems.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has assessed the state of the opioid epidemic or drug related incidences in their community, created a response plan, and has policies in place to mitigate the problem. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
The municipality has assessed the state of the opioid epidemic or drug related incidences in their community, created a response plan, and has policies in place to mitigate the problem. Select all that apply. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
A. The community has assessed the state of the opioid epidemic in their community or has done so in partnership with a larger regional entity (COG, County, Health Dept., etc.). (1) - C. The municipality has a formal policy for all public safety officers to carry Narcan for use on members of the public. (documentation required)
A. The community has assessed the state of the opioid epidemic in their community or has done so in partnership with a larger regional entity (COG, County, Health Dept., etc.). (1) - C. The municipality has a formal policy for all public safety officers to carry Narcan for use on members of the public. (documentation required)
Notes:
What Clarification is required?
What Clarification is required?
Question:
Municipal public safety officers have participated in equity training. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Municipal public safety officers have participated in equity training. Please note: This question limits maximum points making it possible to earn 100% credit without choosing all answer options.
Answer:
B Public safety officers have participated in an implicit bias and/or diversity and inclusion training designed for public safety personnel. (documentation required)
B Public safety officers have participated in an implicit bias and/or diversity and inclusion training designed for public safety personnel. (documentation required)
Notes:
The attached certificates are from one officer and provide examples of the trainings that all officers complete
The attached certificates are from one officer and provide examples of the trainings that all officers complete
Question:
The police chief or other public safety officers offer a regular public forum (quarterly at the minimum) providing an opportunity for the public to discuss community concerns with police commanders. For example: 'Coffee with Chief' or regular neighborhood community meetings.
The police chief or other public safety officers offer a regular public forum (quarterly at the minimum) providing an opportunity for the public to discuss community concerns with police commanders. For example: 'Coffee with Chief' or regular neighborhood community meetings.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
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