Tomorrow is Election Day. Polls open at 7 a.m. 

When you go to the polls, Whitpain residents will have an opportunity to vote on a Ballot Question on increasing the Earned Income Tax (EIT) by 0.06% with the revenue being used to preserve and maintain open space.

The Ballot Question appears on the back of the ballot, regardless of whether you vote in person or by mail. Independent (no affiliation) voters can vote on the Ballot Question. 

The Board of Supervisors is asking that residents vote Yes so that the Township can continue to invest in open space which is essential to the quality of life in Whitpain.

What They Are Saying

"Whitpain Township is a steadfast partner to

Wissahickon Trails in land protection and we support their efforts to fund open space," Wissahickon Trails Executive Director Gail Farmer said.

"I'm voting yes on the Ballot Question because our parks and open spaces are cherished community hubs for gatherings, recreation, and sports," Whitpain Park and Open Space Board Chair Sandy Feltes said. 

"Open space has helped make Whitpain a great place to live. Please vote yes. Let's continue to preserve and maintain open space for future generations," Board of Supervisors Chair Kimberly Koch said.

A Yes vote would provide an additional dedicated stream of revenue for open space acquisition, open space debt repayment, and open space improvements. The change would not go into effect until 2023.

The additional revenue would add approximately $40 to the typical person’s annual EIT payment and would not change real estate taxes. 

The Township believes the EIT approach strikes an ideal balance between allowing for future land acquisition and maintenance while minimizing any potential financial burden on residents. 

Click here to learn more about the Ballot Question 

Click here to watch a recording of the Open Space Town Hall 

Watch Supervisor Scott Badami (below) talk about the opportunity for the next generation of Whitpain families to benefit from open space.