Mission Statement
The mission of West Whiteland Township is
to provide high-quality, cost-effective local government services that prioritize safety, sustainability and quality of life.
Priorities and Services - What we do and why we do it
Strengthening community resilience and connections
- pioneering recycling program to reduce waste and control costs
- well-maintained local roads, sewer and storm water infrastructure
- development regulation to support family-friendly neighborhoods
- planning and projects for multi-modal transportation connections
- work towards the Ready for 100 goal of 100% renewable energy by 2050
- open space and recreation network to play, exercise and learn outdoors
Fostering a sense of place around Exton Crossroads
- proactive community engagement and public outreach>
- historic preservation to deepen community identity
- using Development by Design to build a vision for Exton Crossroads' evolving look and feel
- zoning to guide vibrant mixed-use, bike/pedestrian-friendly redevelopment around Exton Crossroads
Maintaining public safety
- effective police protection and services to community
- police/community interactions to build partnerships and trust
- support the Resolution for Social Justice through quality police protection to people of all races and striving to eliminate systemic racism and bigotry
- traffic safety to reduce serious motor vehicle crashes and facilitate pedestrian safety
- support for local fire and ambulance companies and attention to fire prevention
Delivering reliable administrative services
- support the Resolution for Social Justice through continuing education to add to staff’s understanding about, and skills to overcome, systemic racism and implicit bias
- skilled staff with resources, training and encouragement to meet high standards
- sound financial planning to keep costs manageable and services reliable
- professional systems to stay on top of requirements and best practices
- streamlined processes to meet the needs of constituents and co-workers
- responsive and friendly customer service