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Current Assessment:
Bronze
Bronze
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.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality is an active participant in the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. (documentation required)
The municipality is an active participant in the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. (documentation required)
Answer:
D. Yes with a score of 5 or better.
D. Yes with a score of 5 or better.
Notes:
The Borough is currently participating in the Cumberland County Hazard Mitigation Plan update. This will ensure that we have met all requirements of the NFIP. Document for update of NFIP participation is attached.
The Borough is currently participating in the Cumberland County Hazard Mitigation Plan update. This will ensure that we have met all requirements of the NFIP. Document for update of NFIP participation is attached.
Question:
A water infrastructure capital assessment has been completed and an improvement plan developed with a budget to ensure that investments are being made to water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure systems to keep pace with maintenance and operations to improve water quality, and green infrastructure strategies are prioritized over grey.
A water infrastructure capital assessment has been completed and an improvement plan developed with a budget to ensure that investments are being made to water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure systems to keep pace with maintenance and operations to improve water quality, and green infrastructure strategies are prioritized over grey.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
In 2020 the Borough began operating a Stormwater Authority (rules and regulations attached). The Authority has an annual budget for the maintenance of existing stormwater infrastructure and a 5-year capital plan for system improvement (attached). The Authority's most recent project involved a green infrastructure installation of a streambank restoration and riparian buffer in Siebert Park (progress photos attached).
In 2020 the Borough began operating a Stormwater Authority (rules and regulations attached). The Authority has an annual budget for the maintenance of existing stormwater infrastructure and a 5-year capital plan for system improvement (attached). The Authority's most recent project involved a green infrastructure installation of a streambank restoration and riparian buffer in Siebert Park (progress photos attached).
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) - B. No new building is permitted in an area deemed an "AE Flood Zone" and any redevelopment must be built to meet or exceed the Flood Resistant Provisions of the 2015 (or newer) International Codes. (documentation required)
A. No building of any kind is permitted in floodways. (documentation required) - B. No new building is permitted in an area deemed an "AE Flood Zone" and any redevelopment must be built to meet or exceed the Flood Resistant Provisions of the 2015 (or newer) International Codes. (documentation required)
Notes:
The Borough's 2023 update of our Zoning Ordinance incorporated all required floodplain requirements. We follow the Uniform Construction Code and the Property Maintenance Code of 2015. https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%206%20Overlay%20Zoning%20Districts%20with%20rev%20floodplain.pdf
The Borough's 2023 update of our Zoning Ordinance incorporated all required floodplain requirements. We follow the Uniform Construction Code and the Property Maintenance Code of 2015. https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%206%20Overlay%20Zoning%20Districts%20with%20rev%20floodplain.pdf
Public Engagement
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:
We hold an annual event focused entirely on environmental sustainability, with presentations ranging from recycling education to water quality and stormwater management, to electric vehicles. I have attached 3 pictures of the many I could provide from that event, held this year on July 26. We have a Farmers Market sponsored by the Borough and our Downtown Association. They encouraging sustainability in food choices by emphasizing "shop local". A picture of one of the drawings submitted for their coloring contest is attached. We also include sustainability education during one week of our Siebert Park Day Camp which has a nature theme. Representatives of our new Bee City USA Committee did a presentation on pollinators and the environment benefits to the camp attendees. Our Climate Action Plan development included a number of open house meetings to draw residents' attention to the sustainability goals included.
We hold an annual event focused entirely on environmental sustainability, with presentations ranging from recycling education to water quality and stormwater management, to electric vehicles. I have attached 3 pictures of the many I could provide from that event, held this year on July 26. We have a Farmers Market sponsored by the Borough and our Downtown Association. They encouraging sustainability in food choices by emphasizing "shop local". A picture of one of the drawings submitted for their coloring contest is attached. We also include sustainability education during one week of our Siebert Park Day Camp which has a nature theme. Representatives of our new Bee City USA Committee did a presentation on pollinators and the environment benefits to the camp attendees. Our Climate Action Plan development included a number of open house meetings to draw residents' attention to the sustainability goals included.
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:
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.camphillborough.com/departments/community/community_volunteer_interest_form.php
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/community/community_volunteer_interest_form.php
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:
A. The municipality has up-to-date council meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes posted online. - 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. - C. Municipality communicates with the public via a regularly scheduled newsletter or regularly updated and dated web-based news postings. - D. Municipality regularly communicates via Facebook and/or Twitter or a specifically designed civic engagement app like Civic Plus or Nextdoor.
A. The municipality has up-to-date council meeting schedules, agendas, and minutes posted online. - 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. - C. Municipality communicates with the public via a regularly scheduled newsletter or regularly updated and dated web-based news postings. - D. Municipality regularly communicates via Facebook and/or Twitter or a specifically designed civic engagement app like Civic Plus or Nextdoor.
Notes:
Finances
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:
C. The budget includes funding for transportation projects that improve multimodal access and/or carbon reduction. (must go beyond maintenance or repaving work) - E. The budget includes line items for land conservation or park projects.
C. The budget includes funding for transportation projects that improve multimodal access and/or carbon reduction. (must go beyond maintenance or repaving work) - E. The budget includes line items for land conservation or park projects.
Notes:
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) - B. The capital improve plan has implementable steps. - D. The municipality annually reports to the public on the progress of the capital improvement plan.
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) - B. The capital improve plan has implementable steps. - D. The municipality annually reports to the public on the progress of the capital improvement plan.
Notes:
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:
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.).
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:
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:
C. Funds equivalent to a minimum of 2 months worth of expenditures or revenue are carried over year to year. - 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. - 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)
C. Funds equivalent to a minimum of 2 months worth of expenditures or revenue are carried over year to year. - 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. - 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)
Notes:
Regional Cooperation
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:
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:
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:
Equitable Policies and Practices
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.
Notes:
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 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:
C. Americans with Disabilities Act
C. Americans with Disabilities Act
Notes:
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:
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.
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.
Notes:
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. - C. The program includes informational signage at waste/recycling receptacles.
A. There is a active recycling program for all municipal operations. - C. The program includes informational signage at waste/recycling receptacles.
Notes:
Community Wide Materials Management
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:
Cumberland County electronics and hazardous waste disposal days.
Cumberland County electronics and hazardous waste disposal days.
Question:
Municipality has an active litter prevention program.
Municipality has an active litter prevention program.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
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://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/borough%20code/Chapter120.pdf
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/borough%20code/Chapter120.pdf
Question:
The municipality supports or provides composting.
The municipality supports or provides composting.
Answer:
A. The municipality provides curbside brush and leaves collection for at least 10 weeks in the fall.
A. The municipality provides curbside brush and leaves collection for at least 10 weeks in the fall.
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:
B. The pay as you throw pricing structure does not include volume discounts.
B. The pay as you throw pricing structure does not include volume discounts.
Notes:
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/trash___recycling/index.php
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/trash___recycling/index.php
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:
A. Aluminum - B. Steel - C. MIxed fibers (paper or cardboard) - D. Glass - E. Plastics HDPE and PETE (#'s 1 and 2)
A. Aluminum - B. Steel - C. MIxed fibers (paper or cardboard) - D. Glass - E. Plastics HDPE and PETE (#'s 1 and 2)
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 - C. Residential Collection - total yard waste collected for composting - F. Commercial Collection - total recycling collected - I. Residential recycling material quantities by type (i.e. mixed fibers, plastic #1, glass, etc...) - 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 - C. Residential Collection - total yard waste collected for composting - F. Commercial Collection - total recycling collected - I. Residential recycling material quantities by type (i.e. mixed fibers, plastic #1, glass, etc...) - J. Commercial recycling material quantities by type (i.e. mixed fibers, plastic #1, glass, etc...)
Notes:
Act 101 904 grant data compiled and submitted for DEP review annually.
Act 101 904 grant data compiled and submitted for DEP review annually.
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
A. Yes
Notes:
Resiliency Planning
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.
A. Yes the community has conducted emergency communications planning.
Notes:
Sustainability Program
Question:
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:
The Borough is enrolled in the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs Plus Training program, and elected and appointed officials and staff are regularly encouraged to attend frequent trainings. The manager attends meetings/trainings of the Pennsylvania Municipal League at three times yearly, as well as ICMA trainings and conferences The finance director attended the GFOA conference in 2023 and participates in other trainings to maintain his CPA certification. The Code Enforcement Officer attends regular trainings to maintain his BCO and certifications in the various codes we enforce. The Recreation Director is a member of the PA Recreation and Park Society and she attends regular trainings through that organization. She also maintains certification as a Certified Recreation Director. The manager has also attended a PRPS conference, and our public works staff are trained in best park and playground management practices.
The Borough is enrolled in the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs Plus Training program, and elected and appointed officials and staff are regularly encouraged to attend frequent trainings. The manager attends meetings/trainings of the Pennsylvania Municipal League at three times yearly, as well as ICMA trainings and conferences The finance director attended the GFOA conference in 2023 and participates in other trainings to maintain his CPA certification. The Code Enforcement Officer attends regular trainings to maintain his BCO and certifications in the various codes we enforce. The Recreation Director is a member of the PA Recreation and Park Society and she attends regular trainings through that organization. She also maintains certification as a Certified Recreation Director. The manager has also attended a PRPS conference, and our public works staff are trained in best park and playground management practices.
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. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/borough_government/boards___commissions/sustainability_committee.php
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/borough_government/boards___commissions/sustainability_committee.php
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:
B. An executive/management-level municipal staff person has responsibility for management of the municipal sustainability program expressly included in their job description. (documentation required) - 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. - E. Procedures are in place to measure and track the impacts of the sustainability program and periodically report to the public the results. (documentation required)
B. An executive/management-level municipal staff person has responsibility for management of the municipal sustainability program expressly included in their job description. (documentation required) - 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. - E. Procedures are in place to measure and track the impacts of the sustainability program and periodically report to the public the results. (documentation required)
Notes:
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:
The resolution will be on the Borough Council meeting agenda on July 9, 2025.
The resolution will be on the Borough Council meeting agenda on July 9, 2025.
Health and Wellness
Question:
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. - D. A program to promote safe walking to school is in place (including trails in suburban and rural communities).
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. - D. A program to promote safe walking to school is in place (including trails in suburban and rural communities).
Notes:
Question:
The municipality supports local food access by assessing access, planning, and/or supporting programs or policies that increase local food access. 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 supports local food access by assessing access, planning, and/or supporting programs or policies that increase local food access. 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 supports local farmers markets or food stands in the community. - G. The municipality supports and/or promotes meal programs for vulnerable populations.
D. The municipality supports local farmers markets or food stands in the community. - G. The municipality supports and/or promotes meal programs for vulnerable populations.
Notes:
The Borough has cooperated with New Hope Ministries in promoting their food bank and accepting donations in the Borough office lobby. The Earl Besch Fund is sponsored by the Lion Foundation for the Camp Hill School District. The Borough has worked cooperatively with the Fund to allow them to distribute meals at Borough parks, particularly during the pandemic and post-pandemic years. The "Market on Market" Farmers Market is hosted weekly from May to October by the Downtown Camp Hill Association. The Borough pays for the expenses of the market, including the market manager and publicity. The Borough also pays for a DCHA Coordinator who facilitates the market, as well as other community-wide economic development events.
The Borough has cooperated with New Hope Ministries in promoting their food bank and accepting donations in the Borough office lobby. The Earl Besch Fund is sponsored by the Lion Foundation for the Camp Hill School District. The Borough has worked cooperatively with the Fund to allow them to distribute meals at Borough parks, particularly during the pandemic and post-pandemic years. The "Market on Market" Farmers Market is hosted weekly from May to October by the Downtown Camp Hill Association. The Borough pays for the expenses of the market, including the market manager and publicity. The Borough also pays for a DCHA Coordinator who facilitates the market, as well as other community-wide economic development events.
Question:
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. - B. The municipality enforces the state's anti-idling law, including p
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. - B. The municipality enforces the state's anti-idling law, including p
Notes:
Water Conservation
Question:
The municipality or municipal authority supports or promotes a program for residents, institutions, and/or businesses to conserve water.
The municipality or municipal authority supports or promotes a program for residents, institutions, and/or businesses to conserve water.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Question:
The municipal water, sewer authority, and/or water supplier has created and adopted a pricing structure designed to conserve water usage, where the price per unit increases with volume of water consumed or conveyed. (no volume discounts)
The municipal water, sewer authority, and/or water supplier has created and adopted a pricing structure designed to conserve water usage, where the price per unit increases with volume of water consumed or conveyed. (no volume discounts)
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
Water Planning and Protection
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:
Our Stormwater Ordinance prevents development in floodplains and wetlands. It also requires onsite stormwater management through green or grey infrastructure. https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Ordinances/Ordinance%202022-007%20-%20Stormwater%20Management%20Ordinance.pdf We also have a Chesapeake Bay Pollution Reduction Plan: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Forms/2023/Chesapeake%20Bay%20Pollution%20Reduction%20Plan.pdf We have a Stormwater Authority whose charge is to oversee stormwater management in the Borough and pay for public stormwater infrastructure using funds from our stormwater fee.
Our Stormwater Ordinance prevents development in floodplains and wetlands. It also requires onsite stormwater management through green or grey infrastructure. https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Ordinances/Ordinance%202022-007%20-%20Stormwater%20Management%20Ordinance.pdf We also have a Chesapeake Bay Pollution Reduction Plan: https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Forms/2023/Chesapeake%20Bay%20Pollution%20Reduction%20Plan.pdf We have a Stormwater Authority whose charge is to oversee stormwater management in the Borough and pay for public stormwater infrastructure using funds from our stormwater fee.
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:
Question:
The municipality is actively working to restore wetlands and riparian areas, expand or revise current minimum riparian buffer zones, and/or implement living shoreline programs to provide natural flood abatement, breeding habitat, and improved stream conditions.
The municipality is actively working to restore wetlands and riparian areas, expand or revise current minimum riparian buffer zones, and/or implement living shoreline programs to provide natural flood abatement, breeding habitat, and improved stream conditions.
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
The Borough has a riparian buffer in Willow Park (educational sign attached). This project was awarded a Sustainable Parks Award from the PA Recreation Professionals Society. We also installed riparian buffers, including the planting of bare root trees, on Borough-owned property on Creek Road adjacent to the Conodoguinet Creek. Most recently, the Borough preserved wetlands and planted riparian buffers in Siebert Park along a tributary to the Conodoguinet called Blackberry Spring Run. We host an annual public education event called StormFest, where presenters offer information about clean water, including riparian buffers and rain barrels (a few sample photos attached). Information about riparian buffers is featured on our website.
The Borough has a riparian buffer in Willow Park (educational sign attached). This project was awarded a Sustainable Parks Award from the PA Recreation Professionals Society. We also installed riparian buffers, including the planting of bare root trees, on Borough-owned property on Creek Road adjacent to the Conodoguinet Creek. Most recently, the Borough preserved wetlands and planted riparian buffers in Siebert Park along a tributary to the Conodoguinet called Blackberry Spring Run. We host an annual public education event called StormFest, where presenters offer information about clean water, including riparian buffers and rain barrels (a few sample photos attached). Information about riparian buffers is featured on our website.
Planning and Zoning
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:
C. Climate Change or energy reduction policies (documentation required) - D. Complete streets or accessible transportation systems (documentation required) - E. Other sustainability related trainings (documentation required)
C. Climate Change or energy reduction policies (documentation required) - D. Complete streets or accessible transportation systems (documentation required) - E. Other sustainability related trainings (documentation required)
Notes:
Planning Commission members have taken training on fundamentals of planning. All staff and elected officials have completed training on stormwater best practices and policies. Staff and elected officials have completed training on complete streets. Code official has completed training on energy efficiency facilities, primarily focusing on solar panels.
Planning Commission members have taken training on fundamentals of planning. All staff and elected officials have completed training on stormwater best practices and policies. Staff and elected officials have completed training on complete streets. Code official has completed training on energy efficiency facilities, primarily focusing on solar panels.
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:
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. - E. The municipal comprehensive plan is multi municipal.
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. - E. The municipal comprehensive plan is multi municipal.
Notes:
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/Comprehensive%20Plan_landscape.pdf
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/Comprehensive%20Plan_landscape.pdf
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:
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). - B. The municipality has an up-to-date subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO) that reflects the objectives of the comprehensive plan. - C. The municipality has passed other ordinances or policies to support or incentivize 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). - B. The municipality has an up-to-date subdivision and land development ordinance (SALDO) that reflects the objectives of the comprehensive plan. - C. The municipality has passed other ordinances or policies to support or incentivize the objectives of the comprehensive plan.
Notes:
Strategic planning process completed in 2015 https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/CHB%20Strategic%20Plan-%202015.pdf SALDO most recently updated in 2021 https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Ordinances/Ordinance%202021-001%20-%20SALDO%20(4885-7098-4740.1).pdf Zoning ordinance most recently updated in 2023 https://camphillborough.com/departments/codes_enforcement___zoning/zoning_code.php
Strategic planning process completed in 2015 https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/CHB%20Strategic%20Plan-%202015.pdf SALDO most recently updated in 2021 https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Ordinances/Ordinance%202021-001%20-%20SALDO%20(4885-7098-4740.1).pdf Zoning ordinance most recently updated in 2023 https://camphillborough.com/departments/codes_enforcement___zoning/zoning_code.php
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:
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%2011%20Specific%20Use%20Regul%202%2023a%20Final.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%203%20Residential%20Zoning%20Districts%20final.pdf
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%2011%20Specific%20Use%20Regul%202%2023a%20Final.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%203%20Residential%20Zoning%20Districts%20final.pdf
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.
Notes:
Question:
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:
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) - B. The community's land use ordinances encourage compact design to ensure that the distances between amenities and services are accessible by pedestrians. - C. Storefront requirements, signage, and street design are oriented towards the pedestrian. - 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) - B. The community's land use ordinances encourage compact design to ensure that the distances between amenities and services are accessible by pedestrians. - C. Storefront requirements, signage, and street design are oriented towards the pedestrian. - D. The land use ordinances encourage other principles of mixed use/walkable neighborhoods.
Notes:
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%206%20Overlay%20Zoning%20Districts%20with%20rev%20floodplain.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Link to mixed use zoning Districts as requested: Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%204%20Mixed%20Use%20Zoning%202%2023%20Final.pdf
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%206%20Overlay%20Zoning%20Districts%20with%20rev%20floodplain.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Link to mixed use zoning Districts as requested: Zoning/2023%20Zoning%20Ordinance/Part%204%20Mixed%20Use%20Zoning%202%2023%20Final.pdf
Community Wide Greenhouse Gas Mitigation
Question:
The municipality promotes their County's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) program.
The municipality promotes their County's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) program.
Answer:
A. Yes - This must include a prominent link on the municipality's website and additional promotion, i.e. newsletters, social media, etc.
A. Yes - This must include a prominent link on the municipality's website and additional promotion, i.e. newsletters, social media, etc.
Notes:
Question:
The municipality has achieved the following Solsmart designation.
The municipality has achieved the following Solsmart designation.
Answer:
B. Yes, the municipality has achieved a Solsmart Designation of Silver. (documentation required)
B. Yes, the municipality has achieved a Solsmart Designation of Silver. (documentation required)
Notes:
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. Required for Gold (documentation required) - B. The municipality created a GHG mitigation plan or climate action plan (CAP) that includes specific recommended goals/actions for the short, medium and long term. This could be part of a larger regional GHG mitigation plan or CAP as long as it mentions
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. Required for Gold (documentation required) - B. The municipality created a GHG mitigation plan or climate action plan (CAP) that includes specific recommended goals/actions for the short, medium and long term. This could be part of a larger regional GHG mitigation plan or CAP as long as it mentions
Notes:
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:
B. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote energy efficiency. (documentation required) - E. The municipality provides support for a program designed to educate the public on the benefits of occupant comfort and energy efficiency improvements in building systems. Info must be found on code or building permit pages. (documentation required)
B. The municipality provides support for a public program to promote energy efficiency. (documentation required) - E. The municipality provides support for a program designed to educate the public on the benefits of occupant comfort and energy efficiency improvements in building systems. Info must be found on code or building permit pages. (documentation required)
Notes:
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/borough_government/boards___commissions/sustainability_committee.php
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/borough_government/boards___commissions/sustainability_committee.php
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:
A. The municipality has an active main street program or economic development corporation. (documentation required) - B. The municipality is collaborating with local businesses to make pedestrian improvements to encourage more foot traffic. (documentation required) - C. The municipality supports an initiative to encourage residents to buy local.
A. The municipality has an active main street program or economic development corporation. (documentation required) - B. The municipality is collaborating with local businesses to make pedestrian improvements to encourage more foot traffic. (documentation required) - C. The municipality supports an initiative to encourage residents to buy local.
Notes:
The Borough has a Memorandum of Understanding (attached) with our downtown business associations -- Downtown Camp Hill Association (DCHA). Our website camphillborough.com and social media pages are connected, and we support them with financial contributions and staff support. DCHA has an inventory of downtown businesses on their website. The recently established Market on Market Farmers Market has more than 25 vendors in its third year of existence. We support the market financially and promote its "buy local" initiatives. The Borough's Recreation Department cosponsors events with DCHA to maintain the connection between downtown and recreation events. The Market Street streetscape project, is nearly complete. This project improves pedestrian connectivity and safety, and is partially funded by a state multimodal transportation grant. It will promote safety through improved, energy efficient streetlights, crosswalk, and pedestrian signal improvements. It will also encourage foot traffic by adding ADA compliant sidewalks and ramps. https://camphillborough.com/departments/downtown_camp_hill/index.php
The Borough has a Memorandum of Understanding (attached) with our downtown business associations -- Downtown Camp Hill Association (DCHA). Our website camphillborough.com and social media pages are connected, and we support them with financial contributions and staff support. DCHA has an inventory of downtown businesses on their website. The recently established Market on Market Farmers Market has more than 25 vendors in its third year of existence. We support the market financially and promote its "buy local" initiatives. The Borough's Recreation Department cosponsors events with DCHA to maintain the connection between downtown and recreation events. The Market Street streetscape project, is nearly complete. This project improves pedestrian connectivity and safety, and is partially funded by a state multimodal transportation grant. It will promote safety through improved, energy efficient streetlights, crosswalk, and pedestrian signal improvements. It will also encourage foot traffic by adding ADA compliant sidewalks and ramps. https://camphillborough.com/departments/downtown_camp_hill/index.php
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:
The Borough maintains an annually renewed Memorandum of Understanding with our downtown main street program (DCHA). Many of the businesses in the downtown area are women-owned.
The Borough maintains an annually renewed Memorandum of Understanding with our downtown main street program (DCHA). Many of the businesses in the downtown area are women-owned.
Community Revitalization
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) - D. Code enforcement officers are trained on the rental inspection program. - E. Results of the rental inspection program are reported annually to the public.
A. The municipality manages a rental inspection program. (documentation required) - D. Code enforcement officers are trained on the rental inspection program. - E. Results of the rental inspection program are reported annually to the public.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
Innovations
Question:
Are there any sustainability actions that your community has taken that are not represented by the questions in the other sections? (points will be awarded during the review)
Are there any sustainability actions that your community has taken that are not represented by the questions in the other sections? (points will be awarded during the review)
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
We have participated with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's C2C Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They developed a "digital twin" of the Borough which allows property owners to evaluate their energy usage and see ways to reduce their costs. The model is currently posted on our website for public comment. https://camphillborough.com/_T2_R142.php
We have participated with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's C2C Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. They developed a "digital twin" of the Borough which allows property owners to evaluate their energy usage and see ways to reduce their costs. The model is currently posted on our website for public comment. https://camphillborough.com/_T2_R142.php
Question:
Are there any sustainability actions that your community has taken that are not represented by the questions in the other sections? (points will be awarded during the review)
Are there any sustainability actions that your community has taken that are not represented by the questions in the other sections? (points will be awarded during the review)
Answer:
A. Yes (documentation required)
A. Yes (documentation required)
Notes:
We are partners in the Solar United Neighbors program. https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/codes_enforcement___zoning/solar_energy.php
We are partners in the Solar United Neighbors program. https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/codes_enforcement___zoning/solar_energy.php
Organization Details
Question:
On our Sustainable PA website, we will create a profile recognizing your community when you earn certification. Please provide a quote from an elected official or staff member on the value of sustainability in your community. Please see the More Info button for where it will be used. Please provide the name and title/position of the person who the quote should be attributed to in the first text box below, and provide the quote in the user comments box below that.
On our Sustainable PA website, we will create a profile recognizing your community when you earn certification. Please provide a quote from an elected official or staff member on the value of sustainability in your community. Please see the More Info button for where it will be used. Please provide the name and title/position of the person who the quote should be attributed to in the first text box below, and provide the quote in the user comments box below that.
Answer:
Sara Gibson, Borough Manager
Sara Gibson, Borough Manager
Notes:
Camp Hill is proud to be a leader in sustainability. Our community members have prioritized sustainable initiatives including measuring our reduction of greenhouse gases, increasing pedestrian connectivity, and promoting
Camp Hill is proud to be a leader in sustainability. Our community members have prioritized sustainable initiatives including measuring our reduction of greenhouse gases, increasing pedestrian connectivity, and promoting
Land Conservation Management
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:
A. for protecting woodlands and increasing tree cover in the municipality. - B. for preserving environmentally sensitive and/or ecologically significant areas. - E. for expanding and/or improving parks, recreational spaces, and open space. - F. connecting parks and open with greenways and trails.
A. for protecting woodlands and increasing tree cover in the municipality. - B. for preserving environmentally sensitive and/or ecologically significant areas. - E. for expanding and/or improving parks, recreational spaces, and open space. - F. connecting parks and open with greenways and trails.
Notes:
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/Comprehensive%20Plan_landscape.pdf
https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Government/Documents/Comprehensive%20Plan_landscape.pdf
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) - D. tree/woodland replacement criteria
A. improving parks/recreation, publicly accessible open space with greenways designated to connect parks and trails (documentation required) - D. tree/woodland replacement criteria
Notes:
Do the maps in this pedestrian planning document count? https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/community/general_information/camp_hill_biking___pedestrian_study.php We have also participated in a regional study by the Friends of the Conodoguinet Greenway. The Borough's section of the trail in Siebert Park was improved in 2024 as a paved trail. Here is the map https://www.conodoguinetgreenway.org/the-map https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/borough%20code/Chapter54.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Forms/Acceptable%20Trees%20List%202022.pdf
Do the maps in this pedestrian planning document count? https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/community/general_information/camp_hill_biking___pedestrian_study.php We have also participated in a regional study by the Friends of the Conodoguinet Greenway. The Borough's section of the trail in Siebert Park was improved in 2024 as a paved trail. Here is the map https://www.conodoguinetgreenway.org/the-map https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/Code%20Enforcement-Zoning/borough%20code/Chapter54.pdf https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Forms/Acceptable%20Trees%20List%202022.pdf
Parks and Habitat Programs
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:
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.
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.
Notes:
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/community/camp_hill_pedestrian_safety_studies.php https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/community/CampHill%20Bypass%20Report%20FINAL%2006-13-2024.pdf
https://www.camphillborough.com/departments/community/camp_hill_pedestrian_safety_studies.php https://cms8.revize.com/revize/camphillborough/Departments/community/CampHill%20Bypass%20Report%20FINAL%2006-13-2024.pdf
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.
Notes:
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:
A. Lowering carbon emissions - C. Improving community health outcomes through active transportation - F. Increasing bicycle, transit, and pedestrian commuting
A. Lowering carbon emissions - C. Improving community health outcomes through active transportation - F. Increasing bicycle, transit, and pedestrian commuting
Notes:
The Camp Hill School District is a walking district with no busing. Pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and safety education are of primary importance to the community. We have not formally measured outcomes, however. The Borough has measured energy usage by our own staff for a study by Johns Hopkins University.
The Camp Hill School District is a walking district with no busing. Pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and safety education are of primary importance to the community. We have not formally measured outcomes, however. The Borough has measured energy usage by our own staff for a study by Johns Hopkins University.
Question:
Community Leaders are actively involved with regional planning discussions/processes around improved transit and active transportation options. Select all that apply.
Community Leaders are actively involved with regional planning discussions/processes around improved transit and active transportation options. Select all that apply.
Answer:
A. Municipal leaders actively attend and support regional transportation planning initiatives or collaborations, including for example with a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), County, Council of Government (COG) or other regional organization. - B. The regional organization that the municipality is involved with, has created a transit or active transportation plan.
A. Municipal leaders actively attend and support regional transportation planning initiatives or collaborations, including for example with a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), County, Council of Government (COG) or other regional organization. - B. The regional organization that the municipality is involved with, has created a transit or active transportation plan.
Notes:
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.
Notes:
Because the Borough is so focused on our unique walking school district, we prioritize pedestrian infrastructure and connectivity. We have recently completed more than $3 million in pedestrian facilities, including a trail with a streambank restoration in our largest park, ADA ramps in all paving areas, sidewalk connections along Cumberland Boulevard (the Borough's largest road) and a streetscape project in our downtown corridor. Private sidewalk improvements are mandated by our code enforcement ordinance. In 2024 along, more than 90 private properties made improvements to their sidewalks.
Because the Borough is so focused on our unique walking school district, we prioritize pedestrian infrastructure and connectivity. We have recently completed more than $3 million in pedestrian facilities, including a trail with a streambank restoration in our largest park, ADA ramps in all paving areas, sidewalk connections along Cumberland Boulevard (the Borough's largest road) and a streetscape project in our downtown corridor. Private sidewalk improvements are mandated by our code enforcement ordinance. In 2024 along, more than 90 private properties made improvements to their sidewalks.
Question:
What "Bicycle Friendly Community" level did the municipality earn? (documentation required)
What "Bicycle Friendly Community" level did the municipality earn? (documentation required)
Answer:
A. Bronze
A. Bronze
Notes:
The Borough was identified as a Bicycle Friendly community at the Bronze level in 2017, which we renewed in 2021. We regularly share Bike Friendly tips on our social media, such as Walk and Bike to School Week.
The Borough was identified as a Bicycle Friendly community at the Bronze level in 2017, which we renewed in 2021. We regularly share Bike Friendly tips on our social media, such as Walk and Bike to School Week.
Question:
The municipality has earned a "Bike Friendly Community" status from the League of American Bicyclists or is part of a regional entity that has.
The municipality has earned a "Bike Friendly Community" status from the League of American Bicyclists or is part of a regional entity that has.
Answer:
A. Yes
A. Yes
Notes:
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:
C. A policy is in place to regularly calibrate and maintain vehicles and track fuel efficiency/carbon reduction. - D. The municipality has replaced one or more vehicles with hybrids or electric vehicles. (documentation required) - F. The municipality uses GPS trackers on municipal vehicles to monitor efficiency and test efficacy of calibrations.
C. A policy is in place to regularly calibrate and maintain vehicles and track fuel efficiency/carbon reduction. - D. The municipality has replaced one or more vehicles with hybrids or electric vehicles. (documentation required) - F. The municipality uses GPS trackers on municipal vehicles to monitor efficiency and test efficacy of calibrations.
Notes:
The Borough has purchased a new Code Enforcement Officer truck that is a hybrid. We will promote the replacement to the public once it is received. GPS trackers have also been ordered and are included in the 2025 budget.
The Borough has purchased a new Code Enforcement Officer truck that is a hybrid. We will promote the replacement to the public once it is received. GPS trackers have also been ordered and are included in the 2025 budget.
Energy Use, Conservation and Green Building
Municipal Energy Use
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:
We are changing our traffic signals to LED bulbs. Most recently we replace light bulbs at the intersections of 21st Street/Market Street and 24th Street/Market Street as part of our streetscape project.
We are changing our traffic signals to LED bulbs. Most recently we replace light bulbs at the intersections of 21st Street/Market Street and 24th Street/Market Street as part of our streetscape project.
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.
Notes:
Governance and Community Engagement
Public Safety
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
Notes:
The Department holds "Coffee with a Cop" sessions at the various coffeehouses in the Borough several times each year. A sample invitation is attached.
The Department holds "Coffee with a Cop" sessions at the various coffeehouses in the Borough several times each year. A sample invitation is attached.
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:
Police officers have participated several times in training led by Randy Means regarding use of force and implicit bias. The Borough received a grant through the "Hero Grant" program sponsored by the Pennsylvania Commission of Crime and Delinquency.
Police officers have participated several times in training led by Randy Means regarding use of force and implicit bias. The Borough received a grant through the "Hero Grant" program sponsored by the Pennsylvania Commission of Crime and Delinquency.
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:
C. The municipality has a formal policy for all public safety officers to carry Narcan for use on members of the public. (documentation required) - E. The municipality has a policy where police officers are encouraged to exercise discretionary authority at point of contact to divert individuals to a community-based, harm-reduction intervention for law violations driven by unmet behavioral health need
C. The municipality has a formal policy for all public safety officers to carry Narcan for use on members of the public. (documentation required) - E. The municipality has a policy where police officers are encouraged to exercise discretionary authority at point of contact to divert individuals to a community-based, harm-reduction intervention for law violations driven by unmet behavioral health need
Notes:
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. - B. The municipality has a public safety plan to ensure staffing and financial resources keep pace with needs for Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services. (documentation required) - C. There is a policy in place to regularly review existing emergency response resources, systems, and plans.
A. The municipality has assessed the efficacy of the community's emergency preparedness systems. - B. The municipality has a public safety plan to ensure staffing and financial resources keep pace with needs for Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services. (documentation required) - C. There is a policy in place to regularly review existing emergency response resources, systems, and plans.
Notes:
Our Emergency Management Plan has documentation and contact information that is not available to the public, so we cannot provide that documentation here. We have attached the most recent resolution promulgating plan, which we pass when we review and make changes to the plan.
Our Emergency Management Plan has documentation and contact information that is not available to the public, so we cannot provide that documentation here. We have attached the most recent resolution promulgating plan, which we pass when we review and make changes to the plan.
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.
A. Municipality maintains updated public safety mutual aid agreements with neighboring municipalities and shares resources.
Notes: