Dru Schmidt-Perkins
What is Smart Growth?
Smart growth means developing in a manner in balance with economic restraints, environmental limitations, and quality of life.
Elements of smart growth include: 1) Investing in our existing communities and towns, 2) Preserving open spaces, Ensuring affordable housing in all areas of the state, 3) Limiting the impact of new development on the environment, and 4) Preventing precious tax dollars from being wasted on projects that will promote sprawling development patterns
About Dru Schmidt-Perkins:
Dru Schmidt-Perkins became 1000 Friends of Maryland's first Executive Director in 1998 after serving on the founding steering committee for two years. Prior to joining 1000 Friends she was the Maryland State and Chesapeake Regional Director of Clean Water Action for over nine years. Dru has over 28 years of experience on a broad range of energy, growth and environmental issues gained while working on the state and federal level.
