Environment and Open Space
Protection of the environment and the demand for open space have been issues that Councilman Gardina has been involved in since his childhood. He has done much to help protect our earth, the Chesapeake Bay and our County's natural resources.
"We are on earth for a short while and must protect it for those that follow."
Vince Gardina
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Approved annual funding to restore streams; reducing pollution, preventing erosion, controlling flooding and creating wildlife habitat
Sponsored legislation creating the Commission on Environmental Quality
Sponsored legislation to promote Green Buildings to save energy and conserve resources
Worked to create and preserve the Cromwell Valley Park
Worked to obtain funding for the acquisition of seven new parks in Perry Hall
Initiated a search for more parkland for Parkville and Carney
Supported funding to preserve thousands of acres of Baltimore County farmland and Chesapeake Bay wildlife habitat