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Conservation Board 2015 Work Goals
a) Support implementation of the Town's new Comprehensive Plan, to make sure it
promotes environmental conservation.
b) Continue involvement in natural areas and in the enactment of new conservation
zones, including the East Shore Drive Conservation Zone.
c) Design the next View Sign in that project series at Longview's Danby Road
scenic pull-off. Promote awareness of importance of scenic resources.
d) Investigate proactive pest management on Town properties. Provide additional
research requested by the Town’s Public Works Committee regarding the white
paper on pest control. Continue monitoring Emerald Ash Borer, Hemlock Woolly
Adelgid, Japanese Knotweed, Swallow-wort, and White Tail Deer. Educate
residents and municipal staff on need for pest management action.
e) Continue outreach projects, including Facebook page and newsletter articles to
encourage and foster more public participation in environmental preservation and
protection.
f) Attend to Bolton Point's electricity consumption for water pumping; help
implement action to reduce energy used for water distribution via new water
pricing structure.
g) Continue ongoing activities such as Fischer Award and Environmental Review
Committee reports to Planning Board. Respond to Town Board requests.
h) Promote trails, walkways, bikeways, and other non-automobile transportation in
the Town.
i) Conduct a year-end review of goals and accomplishments.
Revised 02/05/15