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 A year ago, most of us had never attended a township meeting, organized a fundraiser, submitted public comments, or stood at the side of the road holding signs. Quite simply, we never had a reason to. Today, we do.

The NJ developer continues to push a massive retail development at Ridge Road and Route 202 that would permanently alter one of the most recognizable gateways to our community. What began as concern among a handful of neighbors has grown into a community-wide effort focused on safety, flooding, environmental impacts, and protecting the character of our community.

Most importantly, our voices are being heard. Over the past several months, residents have organized, raised funds, submitted formal comments, engaged elected officials, and challenged assumptions that this project should simply move forward without scrutiny. As a result, we are seeing momentum.

• More than 50 residents attended our recent fundraiser at The Crown, raising over $4,000 to support ongoing advocacy efforts. 
• Residents from 43 households submitted a formal letter to Chadds Ford Township, raising concerns regarding flooding and the potential taxpayer impact of stormwater management. Community members are engaging both Chadds Ford and Concord Township officials in public meetings. A recent public rally engaged more than one thousand commuters traveling through the Route 202 corridor and generated overwhelming support from passing drivers.

Since its launch, Save Ridge Road has become a trusted source of information and community engagement. This website surpassed 20,900 site visits, demonstrating the growing public interest in this issue and the community's demand for transparent, fact-based information. 

One of the most controversial elements of the proposal - the gas station - is no longer part of the plan. In addition, Giant’s request for a liquor license was denied. These outcomes demonstrate that public participation matters and that our voices are being heard.

1. Safety implications of the proposed entrance into the development via Ridge Road
2. Increased congestion and delays on Route 202 and connecting roads  
3. Increase in large commercial delivery truck traffic throughout Chadds Ford 
4. Stormwater runoff and flooding impacts on nearby neighborhoods and homes 
5. Impacts to protected wetlands and wildlife habitats 
6. Transparency regarding environmental reviews and permitting

We have engaged engineering and land use experts to provide township officials and state agencies with fact-based assessments of the development’s impact. We will continue advocating to local and state officials.

The NJ developer has attorneys, engineers, and consultants. What we have is a community that cares enough to get involved - and that has already proven that it can make a difference.

• Consider a donation 
• Attend meetings and bring a neighbor 
• Stay informed  
• Continue to make your voice heard 

The gas station is gone because residents are involved. Questions surrounding traffic, stormwater, environmental impacts, and safety are receiving attention because residents are involved.

Most of us never expected to become involved in local land-use issues. We became involved because we believe the NJ developer’s plans will have a direct and lasting impact on the safety, environment, and character of our community.