Conservation Commission

Meetings

• 7 pm
• 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the Month
• City Hall
  140 Main Street
  Marlborough, MA 01752

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes.

Members

• Edward Clancy, Chair
• Elizabeth Austin
• William Dunbar
• John Skarin
• Dave Williams
• Allan White
• Robert McCabe

Staff

• Priscilla Ryder, Conservation Officer
• Craig Sullivan, Administrative Assistant

Overview

The Conservation Commission is a seven-member board of dedicated volunteers appointed by the Mayor.

The Conservation Commission's mission is to protect the natural resources of Marlborough, including both the wetlands and natural open spaces. Tasks include administering the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, undertaking land acquisition, managing conservation land, and offering public education and participation on environmental issues.

Open space increases the quality of life for all residents: a healthy environment provides clean water, clean air, recreation, and increased property values. Protecting land around water supplies helps to keep our drinking water clean. The Commission permits and oversees the construction of projects within 100 feet of wetlands, or 200 feet from rivers, to ensure that the wetlands are protected from siltation or contamination due to the adjacent construction.