A Farmland Preservation Informational Workshop will be held on Thursday, March 12 at 5:30 PM Washington County Conservation District Office, located at 50 Old Hickory Ridge Road, in Washington, PA.

This workshop will consist of a 30-45 minute presentation plus Q & A session. Light refreshments will be provided.

The workshop will provide an overview of the Washington County Farmland Preservation Program, including:

       - Application Process & Deadlines

       - Eligibility Requirements (including Agricultural Security Areas)

       - Farmland Ranking System

       - Program Restrictions

Anyone with a pending application to the Washington County program or considering applying to the Washington County program is encouraged to attend.

For More Information or to RSVP, contact Caroline Sinchar, Washington County Planning Commission at (724) 228-6811, or e-mail: sincharc@co.washington.pa.us. RSVP by March 10 via phone or email so we are prepared with adequate materials & refreshments