James River Conservation Easement to Planning Commission on Monday

The proposed conservation easement for James River Park is before the Planning Commission Monday February 2 at 1:30. The Planning Commission meets on the Fifth Floor of City Hall and citizen participation is encouraged. Earlier in the week Kathy sent a letter in support of the easement to all members. The full text of the letter can be found here: ce-transmittal-letter

On October 24, 2005, Richmond City Council, by resolution 2005-R210-217, directed the City Attorney to prepare documents placing the parcel(s) of city-owned property known as the James River Park under the protection of a conservation easement, prohibiting commercial, residential and industrial development in any part of the Park as defined by the easement documents. I was primary patron of the resolution, which was approved unanimously.