HomeMy WebLinkAboutConservation Board 2013 Work GoalsConservation Board 2013 Work Goals
a) Continue participating in the review of the Town's new Comprehensive Plan, to make
sure it promotes environmental conservation.
b) Install finished View Sign at East Shore Park; design the next one in that project
series at Longview's Danby Road scenic pull-off. Promote awareness of importance
of scenic resources.
c) Encourage enactment of Southwest Glens and Creeks and East Shore Conservation
Zones by working with Planning Staff.
d) Investigate proactive pest management on Town properties. Submit final draft of
white paper on pest control. Continue monitoring Emerald Ash Borer, Hemlock
Woolly Adelgid, Japanese Knotweed, and Swallow-wort. Educate residents and
municipal staff on need for pest management action.
e) Continue to monitor and comment on regulations to prevent environmental damage
from gas drilling. Provide outreach to residents.
f) Continue outreach projects, including Facebook page and newsletter articles.
g) Attend to Bolton Point's greenhouse gas emissions from water pumping; help
implement action to reduce Town's GHG via new water pricing structure or by any
other suitable means.
h) Continue ongoing activities such as Fischer Award and Environmental Review
Committee reports to Planning Board. Respond to Town Board requests.
i) Conduct a year-end review of goals and accomplishments.
Revised 02/07/13