Upper Merion Township Vision 2020: A vision for the community and the framework necessary to achieve it was officially accepted by the Upper Merion Township Board of Supervisors on February 3, 2005. The plan pointed out that Upper Merion must not become complacent about its future. In order to enjoy a community rich in history, civic pride, cultural diversity, and economic prosperity, we must have a vision for the community and the framework necessary to achieve it. The need for economic and community development can only be met through successes won by thoughtful planning and diligent implementation. Without this vision, the township’s future would be reactionary, with others determining its fate.
Upper Merion Township is currently working on an Upper Merion 2040 Comprehensive Plan. We encourage Upper Merion citizens to “get informed, stay engaged, and keep up to date on the comprehensive planning process” at https://www.umtownship.org/…/plann…/2040-comprehensive-plan/
There was a lot of good in the 2020 Plan and much of it was acted upon. However, it should not be a surprise that these ambitious Educational / Institutional / Cultural goals from a long list that didn’t happen caught the society’s attention:
- Identify local buildings of historic interest and work for their preservation.
- Assist Chamber of Commerce to convert King of Prussia Inn into an information center and local history exhibit.
- Assist Township in finding a suitable tenant or buyer for the Muhlenburg Building.
…shall we try again!
Check out this zoning map from 1951. Notice the small red sections which represent the business district. Times sure have changed!
