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What We Do

Promote a Common Vision to ensure that growth includes natural Open Space.

Support the implementation of the Open Space Master Plan. We participate in the County-led Open Space Consortium that provides a venue for residents and local elected officials to talk with each other and coordinate open space plans to maximize the economic value and minimize the environmental impact.

Recognize that growth increases storm water drainage. Our hills and valleys create natural stormwater drainage and storage systems. We advocate preserving existing creeks and floodplains and protecting the natural valley storage. By allowing development that cuts down hills and fills the floodplains, we increase the probably of flooding.

Educate people on the importance of Open Space to our quality of life. Being outdoors contributes to our physical and mental well-being. We coordinate programming with local groups to support activities that emphasize our natural resources.

Acquire Open Space

Based on six criteria, over seventy sites were identified at the beginning of the planning process. Initially reduced to thirteen areas, the six highest scoring areas were: B, A, I, G, C, and E. Read more starting on page vi of the Executive Summary of the Plan.

Protect Storm Water Drainage Areas

Rockwall County has eight separate watersheds. Six flow into the Trinity River and two, located along the eastern county boundary, drain to the Sabine River. Protecting the floodplains from development helps slow stormwater runoff, provides natural wooded areas, and allows the unimpeded movement of wildlife. See page iv of the Executive Summary of the Plan.

Connect Nature Areas

Looking at potential open space connections from a countywide view allows each city to make good decisions when considering development plans. A summary of this goal starts on page ix with a fuller discussion starting on page 101 of the Plan..

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