O22 A Geospatial Smart Growth Analysis of the West Essex Highlands Project

Part II Smart Conservation Report Card Geospatial Metrics for Smart Conservation Goals for Prioritizing Open Space Acquisition 1. Prioritize Larger Tracts 6. Protect Water Quality 7. Mitigate Flood Risk 2. Near other Open 8. Protect Steep Slopes Space 9. Protect Important Soils 3. Protect Habitats 4. Promote Connectivity 10. Create Community Greenspace 5. Protect Forest Core