Concern
Camden was once a booming industrial city. Within Camden's 9 square-mile area there are 2 Superfund sites and 114 known contaminated sites. The large amounts of vacant and contaminated land in this former industrial center hamper redevelopment efforts and impact the quality of life of residents. Vacant structures also pose a significant threat to public health and safety.
Goals
To advocate for and facilitate land use decisions, maintain eco-friendly uses of spaces and make the public aware of land use decisions.
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Focus Area & Activities
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Accomplishments
- Identification of best opportunities for development and green space preservation
- Opening of Phoenix Park on June 2, 2015
Looking Forward
- Phoenix Park Project Phase II - Living Shoreline
- Cramer Hill Waterfront Park at the Harrison Avenue Landfill
- Promote the brownfield reuse opportunities lists (a. "Economic Development"; b. "Ecosystem Services") to find partners and funding sources for revitalization of these sites
- Develop guidelines to maximize assets (economic, social, environmental, infrastructure) when contaminated sites are remediated to support the City's goal for sustainability, resiliency, and quality of life improvements
- Create additional open spaces and recreational opportunities from brownfield sites
For more information about the Open Space & Brownfields Working Group please contact
Cooper's Ferry Partnership at 856.757.9154
Cooper's Ferry Partnership at 856.757.9154