March 8, 2010: Impact of Buffers on Waterways


State Rep. Barb McIlvaine Smith, D-Chester, requested the hearing exploring the use of buffers for waterways in the Commonwealth.

State Rep. Barb McIlvaine Smith, D-Chester, requested the hearing exploring the use of buffers for waterways in the Commonwealth.

Representatives from the Pennsylvania Builders Association testified on what their organization supports as far as buffers.

Representatives from the Pennsylvania Builders Association testified on what their organization supports as far as buffers.

Chairman Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster, listens as someone from the Chesapeake Bay Commission testifies regarding the benefits of waterway buffers.

Chairman Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster, listens as someone from the Chesapeake Bay Commission testifies regarding the benefits of waterway buffers.