By Cyrise Dixon and Marc Manfre, co-chairs of Delco Neighbors for Land and Water

 

In today’s political climate, it often feels like we can’t agree on anything. But the labels "red" and "blue" disappear when we step outside. We are neighbors first—sharing the parks where our kids play, breathing the same air, and relying on the same clean water to keep our families safe. That is why, as a Democrat and a Republican, we are coming together to ask you to look past party lines this election.

 

On the upcoming ballot, we can all choose to vote green by supporting the protection of our local environment.

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Our individual paths to this cause reflect the diverse fabric of Delaware County. One of us (Cyrise) spent 48 years in law enforcement and community advocacy, protecting our youth and serving the people of Chester. One of us (Marc) spent 34 years managing more than 1,000 acres of Delco’s parks and trails and served the people of Upper Darby as a member of council. We come from different political parties, but our professional lives taught us the exact same lesson: clean water, safe parks, and preserved natural areas are needed and shared by all.

 

Voting yes on November 3rd ensures that Delaware County secures dedicated, accountable funding to protect our natural resources. It means preserving the natural areas that keep our air clean, reduce local flooding, filter our water, and give our kids and grandkids places to play. Undeveloped land does all this naturally, free of charge. This is a common-sense investment in the health, safety, and economic stability of Delaware County.

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Protecting our water, natural areas, and wildlife habitats today means that all future generations can grow up in a healthy, thriving Delaware County. On Tuesday, November 3 vote YES for the REFERENDUM: DELAWARE COUNTY WATER QUALITY, NATURAL AREAS, AND WILDLIFE HABITAT PROTECTION.