Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission may prepare a program for conservation and open space utilization for the city which is based upon the research and evaluation of the natural resources within the city. The commission shall prepare, adopt, and as appropriate, review and amend, a conservation and open space plan for the city. This plan may include a natural resource inventory, which describes open areas, swamps and wetlands, and areas of unique natural value or ecological importance within the city. Such plan may make recommendations relative to the proper utilization and development of open space and related natural resources of the city. The commission shall inform itself of the ways and means by which its plans and programs may be achieved and shall advise the city council, municipal agencies, private groups and interests, and the general public of the manner in which these plans and programs may be carried out. (Sec. 2-53)

Term: 3 Years

Meeting Schedule: 6:00 PM on the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Visitor Center, 14 North Street, Claremont NH

Appointments made by: City Council

Natural Resources Inventory

Conservation Plan

Tree Policy

2024 Meeting Schedule

Invasive Species of the Month of August: Garlic Mustard

Invasive Species of the Month of September: Japanese Knotweed

Invasive Species of the Month of October : Burning Bush 

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PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Please visit our Public Programs and Environmental Education page for news about upcoming public programs and environmental information here.

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MEETING MATERIALS

October 17, 2024 Conservation Commission Public Notice 

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Board Members
Term Expires
Seat 1
John Hurley
03/31/2027
Seat 2
Stephen Wood
03/31/2027
Seat 3
Eric Ruffin
03/31/2025
Seat 4
Scott Magnuson
03/31/2025
Chair
Gary Dickerman
03/31/2026
Vice Chair
Eric Peabody
03/31/2025
City Council Representative
Jonathan Hayden
12/31/2025
Seat A-1
Eric Zengota
03/31/2025
Seat A-2
Erin Graff- Greenrose
03/31/2026
Seat A-3
Joella Merchant
03/31/2026
Seat A-4
ALTERNATE VACANT
03/31/2026
Seat A-5
ALTERNATE VACANT
03/31/2027
MINUTES, AGENDAS AND VIDEOS
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