[HISTORY: Adopted by the voters of the Borough of Green Tree
at the election held 5-6-1974. Amendments noted where applicable.]
PREAMBLE
We, the people of Green Tree, firmly believe that we have the
right to govern ourselves and claim this right by adopting this Charter.
We believe this Charter encourages active participation of the
citizens of Green Tree in a system of government that is flexible,
responsive and representative and able to meet both present and future
needs.
We further believe that this Charter fosters the social, cultural,
physical and economic climate essential to a healthy, progressive
community where all citizens may live with security, pride and dignity.