Preservation of Mozzino Forest

Shared her perspective as a city transplant who moved to Upper Darby for green space and urged the township to protect natural areas instead of adding concrete.

Spoke on behalf of the Save the Mozzino Forest team, highlighting the generational opportunity to preserve 15 acres of forest with the help of conservation funding.

Outlined his financial background and explained how conservancy partnerships can help Upper Darby acquire the Mozzino Forest with minimal cost to taxpayers.

Cited research on the health benefits of tree canopies and warned about the hidden public health and healthcare costs of destroying urban forests.

Provided an update on meetings with township administration and council members regarding conservation appraisals and maintenance plans for the forest.

Representing the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, commended council for tabling the CMU ordinance and protecting watershed health.

Shared his personal recovery journey from addiction and how spending time in nature helped him, urging council to save the forest.