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“That may seem like a lot but we have already 30,000 acres in the nine PEC counties so protected.”
He cited a recent federal report recognizing the Piedmont region of Virginia as a model for other areas striving to preserve rural lands. In particular, he pointed to neighboring Clarke County which has an official county committee that meets with landowners to explore protection strategies. “The only difference between what they’re doing in Clarke and what we’re doing here this afternoon is that they’re acting with the backing of the county government,” Mr. Dennis said. “And they don’t serve wine and food!” he joked, as the crowd readied to. adjourn to the buffet tables. I
But before the group broke for supper and individual discussions with Mr. Van Auken and PEC «tn*f members versed in the easement program, Mr. Whitehouse claimed the stone wall for a few final words. “PEC is alive and well and working to keep things as wonderful as they are here in Rappahannock County. But it takes $40,000 a month to keep this show on the road,” he said, admitting to occasional worries about meeting the monthly payroll and office expenses for the Warrentonbased environmental group. And only half in jest, he urged his listeners: “Remember PEC when you write your will!”
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