HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation Commission - Charge - Revised May 2021 (adds 2 Associate Members) CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Members: 7 (plus two Associate Members)
Appointed by: Town Manager with Selectmen's approval
Length of Term: 3 years staggered
Appointments made: April 1
Meeting Times: 2 or 3 Tuesday evenings per month
Description: The primary responsibilities of the Conservation Commission include the preservation of open land
and the protection of wetlands through the provisions of the State and Federal Wetlands Protection statutes. The
Commission holds public hearings under its statutory authority to protect wetlands from illegal filling or pollution
and to protect them from increased flooding problems. The Commission is also involved in the acquisition of open
lands for passive recreation purposes. The management of conservation lands involves mowing,providing access,
supporting community gardens and leased farm plots,trash clean-up, stream cleaning,developing trail systems, and
installing identification signs.
Criteria for Membership: Members should possess a background or interest in environmental affairs or law.
Ref.: Lexington Code Chapter 145;MGL Chapter 40 §8C
Selectmen designated as Special Municipal Employees on January 18,2006.
May 2021 revised charge for the Conservation Commission