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Wissahickon Trails has partnered with the Township to encourage residents to vote Yes on the Ballot Question to support open space for the community.
"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.
In the May 17 Primary Election, 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.
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 Joyce Keller (below) discuss supporting the environment.
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