The purpose of the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program is to protect viable agricultural lands by acquiring agricultural conservation easements that prevent the development or improvements of land for any purpose other than agricultural production.
The Housing and Redevelopment Authorities of the County of Cumberland were formed in 1975 to expand affordable housing opportunities and to provide support to municipalities in undertaking community development projects.
Penn State Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County gives local residents easy access to the resources and expertise of the Pennsylvania State University.