Open Space Committee

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The mission of the Open Space Committee includes acquiring land to protect wildlife habitat, provide outdoor recreational opportunities, and protect public natural resources. The Open Space Committee is in charge of updating the Open Space and Recreation Plan, prioritization and recommendations for Open Space parcels, and involvement in open space projects.
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Norton has a moderate amount of land dedicated to open space and recreation scattered throughout the town. Open space land is represented in a wide variety of places. They are the ball fields, public meeting places, conservation properties, areas of historic interest, scenic areas, water supply lands, farmlands, parks and wildlife habitat areas. Open space preservation is important if the town is to retain its character and avoid excessive urbanization. Open space also serves a vital role as buffer between land uses, for flood control, and as habitats for desirable plants and wildlife.

 

The goals and objectives of the OSC is to:

  • Protect the quality and quantity of the Town’s ground and surface water resources
  • Preserve, protect, and restore critical natural resources and retain the integrity of existing intact habitat areas and fisheries/wildlife corridors
  • Prevent the loss of the rural, cultural, and historical qualities and assets of the Town
  • Develop a coordinated wayfinding and signage model for town-wide, multi- use Conservation and Recreation properties, assets, and opportunities
  • Promote coordinated, responsible land use management through continued partnerships and planning
  • Expand and improve recreational opportunities that promote healthy, life-long experiences for residents of all ages and abilities
  • Expand water-based recreational opportunities
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    Staff Contacts

    Name Title Phone
    John Thomas Conservation Director 508-285-0276
    Megan Harrop 508-285-0275

    Open Space Committee

    NameTitleTerm - Ends June 30th

    Michael Rainville

    Chair

    2025

    Amelia Lyndon

    Member

    2026

    Melissa Niziolek

    Member

    2025

    Michael Martone

    Member

    2026

    Daniel Pearson

    Member

    2024

    Vacant

    Vacant

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