What is the difference between PKN and current efforts to protect open space in Kendall?
Current efforts to protect open space in Kendall County are part of numerous municipal, county and private plans and programs. The county requires open space set aside in their developments, municipalities have included open space in their comprehensive plans, and the forest preserve district has a land acquisition program. Although there have been some joint efforts between entities, these efforts can be more effective with joint planning and coordination. Even though all of the individual efforts are important, PKN looks for logical connections of open space between communities, utilizes existing plans, and encourages the sharing of resources. Even with current efforts, approximately two percent of Kendall County is currently protected as publicly-owned open space. The question remains whether we can preserve open space fast enough to keep up with the rapid pace of development.
