The Neighbors of Cricket Slope are continuing to collect petition signatures and all concerned citizens of Oley Township and environs should consider writing letters to the developer, Mr. Anthony Forino, president of Forino Development, encouraging them to submit plans that are respectful of our historical heritage and enhance our unique town.  

Information to assist in writing letters protesting the planned destruction of historic farmhouse and barn At Cricket Slope Farm, 137 Main Street, Oley

PLEASE PASS ALONG THIS INFORMATION & ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO WRITE

Be sure to identify yourself including your address on all correspondence. Letters in your own words are best, however you may copy from the example letters if you like, and if you have any personal information or concern, please include it. What is most important is to VOICE YOUR CONCERN in writing, and be sure to send a copy to the township planning commission,

The most important recipients are the developers and a copy to the township:

Media Sources: Optionally, you might want to copy your letter to media sources to raise awareness. Perhaps additional news coverage of the issue is possible. If you wish to have a letter published, Letters should be brief (about 200 words) and address a specific topic of general interest. Concise letters will get preferential treatment and are less likely to be condensed.

Elected Officials: On June 9, 2004 Officials from Governor Edward G. Rendell’s administration visited Kutztown to “send a powerful message: Pennsylvanians have the power to preserve farmland and open space, help create jobs and build a cleaner, safer environment for their families”, and on June 17, 2004 Berks County Board of Commissioners adopted a Resolution supporting Governor Rendell’s Growing Greener II farmland preservation ballot initiative, which might be before voters this November. As such, The Governor, the Berks County Commissioners and our State Legislature may be interested in our thoughts. See www.co.berks.pa.us and www.state.pa.us for more info.

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