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CONSERVATION COMMISSION <br />Members: 7 <br />Appointed by: Town Manager with Selectmen's approval <br />Length of Term: 3 years staggered <br />Appointments made: April 1 <br />Meeting Times: 2 or 3 Tuesday evenings per month <br />Description: The primary responsibilities of the Conservation Commission include the preservation of open land <br />and the protection of wetlands through the provisions of the State and Federal Wetlands Protection statutes. The <br />Commission holds public hearings under its statutory authority to protect wetlands from illegal filling or pollution <br />and to protect them from increased flooding problems. The Commission is also involved in the acquisition of open <br />lands for passive recreation purposes. The management of conservation lands involves mowing, providing access, <br />supporting community gardens and leased farm plots, trash clean-up, stream cleaning, developing trail systems, and <br />installing identification signs. <br />Criteria for Membership: Members should possess a background or interest in environmental affairs or law. <br />Ref.: Lexington Code Chapter 145; MGL Chapter 40 §8C <br />Selectmen designated as Special Municipal Employees on January 18, 2006. <br />