Mission
The Commission’s Mission is to work to protect the natural resources of Maynard, the gems of green space that we too often take for granted, until they are threatened by development.
- Administer the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Maynard Wetlands Bylaw
- Undertake land acquisition
- Undertake land management
- Undertake public education and public participation
- Administer the Maynard Stormwater Management Bylaw
About the Commission
The reason for the Commission’s existence: Open space pays
- Open space protection saves the town money: development increases demands for schools, roads, water, and related infrastructure.
- Open space increases the quality of life for all residents: a healthy environment provides clean water, clean air, recreation, increased property values, etc.
- Open space provides biological diversity: otters, herons, rare species.
Who is on the Conservation Commission: Dedicated volunteers
- Commission members: Fred King, M. John Dwyer, Doug Moore, Peter Keenan, and Jessica Pfeifer
- Part-time Conservation Agent: Linda Hansen
Contacting the Commission
- For Conservation Commission matters please contact Linda Hansen, Conservation Agent at 978-897-1360 (email: conscom@townofmaynard.net)
- Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday – 9:30am to 1:30pm.
- The office is also open from 3:30 to 6:30pm when the Commission meets.
There are other many ways you can volunteer to help. Look at these volunteer opportunities.
Commission Meetings and Events
The Commission meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month starting at 6:30 pm. Please call the office for information about our agenda.
Next Meeting:May 3, 2012, 6:30pm [Agenda]
Members
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Fred King | Chairman |
| M. John Dwyer | Commission member |
| Doug Moore | Commission member |
| Peter Keenan | Commission member |
| Jessica Pfeifer | Commission member |
| Linda Hansen | Part-time Conservation Agent |
Resources
- Wetlands Protection Act and Maynard Wetlands Bylaw Information
- Open Space and Recreation Plan (pdf)
- Massachusetts Stormwater Handbook
- Stormwater Matters (pdf)
- Maynard Stormwater Management Bylaw (pdf)
- Maynard Open Space and Trails page
- Maynard Open Space and Trails Map (pdf)
- Links to Related Websites
- Emergency Contact – Fred King (Chairman) at 978-897-0030 ext. 221
