Act Now to Preserve Farm and Forest Lands Via MALPF
2018 is a good time for landowners with forest and farm land who are interested in considering a permanent conservation easement for the property. The Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation (MALPF) has significant funding available [...]
Worthington Valley Roundabout is Open
If you haven't already done so, please take a spin on YOUR new roundabout in the Worthington Valley. Final paving was completed on November 12, and the traffic is flowing well. [...]
Support the Tufton/Worthington/Greenspring Roundabout
Valley residents have been concerned for years about the safety and traffic flow at the intersection of Tufton/Greenspring/Worthington avenues. During rush hours, it has grown increasingly difficult and dangerous to make left turns. In addition, speeds are increasing on these roads, making it less safe for all users. VPC met with elected officials at the state and county level who were able to secure funding for 90% of the $1 million project. This left a gap of $100,000, which VPC has committed to raise. While it is unusual for a community to contribute to a public infrastructure project, the partnership will result in a far better solution that will be a lasting asset for the area.
2017 McHarg Winner Announced!
The Valleys Planning Council (VPC) presented its prestigious McHarg Award to environmental writer Tom Horton at its annual meeting on May 9th at St. Thomas Church in Owings Mills. Tom Horton is a native of [...]
Joan Hoblitzell
The VPC was saddened to hear of the passing of long-time Board Member Joan Hoblitzell on October 28, 2016. Joan served on the VPC board for nearly 20 years. Her enthusiasm towards the valleys was [...]
Peter R. Fenwick, VPC President to be Recognized with the Robert N. Clay Conservation Award
The VPC is pleased to announce that VPC President, Peter Fenwick has been named as the 2016 recipient of the Robert N. Clay Conservation Award by the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (TOBA). The award, [...]
Board of Appeals Overturns Special Exception for Megachurch on Shawan!
GOOD NEWS! The Baltimore County Board of Appeals decided last week to overturn the special exception regarding the Hunt Valley Baptist Church on Shawan Road. This is a huge victory for the community who worked [...]
STEMMER HOUSE SPECIAL PROJECT UPDATE!
The Stemmer House (2627 Caves Road, Owings Mills, MD) was built c. 1761 and is one of Maryland's outstanding Georgian houses. VPC is working with the community to protect this Baltimore County Historic Landmark and [...]
2016 McHarg Award Winner Announced!
VPC presented Ellen Harvey Kelly its prestigious McHarg Award at its annual meeting on May 12 at St. Thomas Church in Owings Mills. Ellie Kelly is a dedicated land conservationist who has worked for over [...]
Previous Event – 2016 Calcutta
Many thanks to the Old Line Society along with Justin and Jeremy Batoff for hosting the 2016 Calcutta, with proceeds going to the VPC. All VPC "Young Associates" members were able to purchase tickets at [...]