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Conservation Commission
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Keith Bennett (2012)
Nicholas Coates (2013)
Carol Fairfield (2012)
David Morse (2012)
Ken Knowlton (Chairman) (2014)
Denise Naiva (2013)
Scott Rolfe (Vice-Chairman) (2014)
Laurel Day - Alternate (2012)
Vacant - Alternate (2014)
Vacant - Alternate (2013)
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"The Commission consists of seven members and three alternates appointed by the Board of Selectmen for three-year terms. The Commission encourages anyone interested in Conservation to consider applying for openings on the board A membership application is available. No prior experience is necessary."
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View the Natural Resource Inventory from the Conservation Commission
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The Conservation Commission was established by the voters of the Town of Belmont on March 18, 1967, in accordance with the provisions of NH RSA Chapter 36-A for the proper utilization and protection of the natural resources and for the protection of watershed resources of the Town. Natural resources include the air, land, surfac e and ground waters, fish, wildlife, plants, wetlands, soils, minerals, and scenic quality. Rules of Administrative Procedure have been adopted to guide the Commission process.
Functions
- Conduct research (studies) into local land and water areas and seek to coordinate the activities of unofficial town bodies organized for similar purposes.
- Keep an index (inventory) of all open space and natural, aesthetic or ecological areas, with the plan of obtaining information pertinent to proper utilization of such areas, including lands owned by the State or lands owned by the Town.
- Keep accurate records of its meetings and actions and shall file an annual report, which shall be printed, in the annual Town Report.
- Advise the Selectmen, Planning Board and other local boards on all conservation matters.
- Receive gifts of money and property, both real and personal, in the name of the town, subject to the approval of the Board of Selectmen, such gifts to be managed and controlled by the Commission for the purposes set forth.
- Acquire, in the name of the town and subject to the approval of the Board of Selectmen, by gift, purchase or otherwise the fee in such land or water rights, or any lesser interest as may be necessary to conserve and properly utilize open spaces and other land and water areas within the town, and manage and control the same, but the commission shall not have the right to condemn property for these purposes.
- Manage all natural resources on all town-owned conservation areas. By action of the voters at the March 12, 1994, town meeting the Commission is specifically charged with the management of the Town Forest.
- Advertise, prepare, print and distribute books, maps, charts, plans and pamphlets necessary for the Commission's work.
- Review all Dredge and Fill applications submitted to the Wetlands Bureau in accordance with applicable Rules and, if necessary, request to intervene in the Bureau's review of said project in accordance with RSA 482-A:11.
- Review all earth excavation and other applications submitted to the Planning Board for approval.
- Appoint such clerks and sub-committees as it may from time to time require.
Services - Consult with property owners regarding methods and values of preserving land.
- Consult with property owners regarding wetlands permitting process and best management practices regarding development or construction projects.
- Consult with the NH Department of Environmental Services regarding wetlands issues within the Town of Belmont.
Projects
Schedule
The Conservation Commission meets monthly. Their schedule may be confirmed with the Land Use Office. Agendas and minutes are also available.
Staff
Candace L. Daigle, Town Planner
Steven Dalton, Code Enforcement/Building Official
Richard G. Ball, Land Use Technician
Elaine M. Murphy, Administrative Assistant
Denise Rollins, Land Use Clerk
Office
Hours: Monday thru Friday -7:30am to 4pm
Telephone: (603) 267-8300 EXT. 19
Fax: (603) 267-8307
e-mail: conservation@belmontnh.org
Location:
Belmont Town Hall, 143 Main Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 310, Belmont, NH 03220-0310
Links
Belknap Range Conservation Coalition
Promoting the conservation of open space, responsible stewardship, and low impact public enjoyment of the scenic, natural, recreational and historical resources of the Belknap Mountain Range.
A Three Infrastructures Approach to Land Use Planning in New Hampshire
by Carol Foss, Audubon Society of New Hampshire; Kate Hartnett, Jordan Institute; Meredith Cooper, Minimum Impact Development Partnership
Reprinted by permission of NH Audubon
Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests
Citizen-founded organization advocates public policies which promote natural resource conservation and land stewardship.
New Hampshire Wildlife Federation
The NHWF is a non-profit member organization promoting conservation, environmental education, sportsmanship, and outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, and photography.
Land Conservation Investment Program
The New Hampshire Land Conservation Investment Program (LCIP), under NH RSA 162-C:6 (formally RSA 221-A), is responsible for monitoring the condition and status of 80 state-held conservation easements (approx. 25,880 acres) acquired by the LCIP during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
NRCS in New Hampshire
The mission of the Natural Resources Conservation Service is to provide leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, improve, and sustain our natural resources and environment.
Audubon Society of New Hampshire
The mission of the Audubon Society of New Hampshire is to protect and enhance New Hampshire's natural environment for wildlife and for people.
UNH Cooperative Extension Service
UNH Cooperative Extension provides New Hampshire citizens with research-based education and information, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions that strengthen youth, families and communities, sustain natural resources, and improve the economy.
New Hampshire Department of Agriculture
US EPA - Office of Wetlands, Oceans & Watersheds
New Hampshire Land & Community Heritage Commission
"Granite State Clean Cars" Clean Car Labeling Program for NH
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