Alternative Futures
for
Monroe County, Pennsylvania

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Process
How Does the Landscape of Monroe County Function?

Six key processes, each of which contains several decision issues formed the basis for an evaluation of the current state of Monroe County and for the assessment of the comparative impacts of the Alternative Futures.

Geologic Landscape

  • Surface water quality
  • Ground water re-charge areas
  • Agricultural soils


Biologic Landscape

  • Biodiversity
  • Bear habitat
  • Special natural areas


Visual Landscape

  • Scenic landscape elements
  • Views quality


Demographics

  • Projected population change


Economics

  • Land value
  • Cost of public actions
  • Employment


Politics

  • Private roles
  • Township roles
  • County roles