Conservation Commission Alternate – 3 Years
The Brentwood Conservation Commission is seeking interested applicants to fill multiple alternate positions.
The Brentwood Conservation Commission was established at the March 1967 Town Meeting, in accordance with New Hampshire RSA Title III, Chapter 36-A, to assist in protecting the natural resources of the town. The Commission advises and makes recommendations to the Select Board for the protection, development, and proper utilization of local natural resources and open space. The Commission ensures that the monitoring of existing conservation easements is completed as required, and works with landowners interested in placing their properties in a conservation easement. The Conservation Commission advises the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA), as well as the NH Department of Environmental Services Wetlands Bureau (NH DES). The Conservation Commission meets regularly the second Wednesday of the month.
Requirements and qualifications: a U.S citizen (RSA 91:2), a resident of Brentwood, 18 years of age or older. Applicants must have: an interest in conservation and the protection of natural resources, open space, and wildlife habitat in town; attend monthly meetings; have an ability to work collaboratively; exhibit a willingness to actively give time and energy to the Commission’s work and projects.
Conservation is a broad term that embraces a range of skills and interests in the responsible use of natural resources. The Commission seeks a balance of talents, experience, skills, and perspectives that can be helpful to the Commission’s work such as: foresters, farmers, hunters, fishermen, botanists, biologists, soil scientists, hydrologists, engineers, attorneys, photographers, writers, educators, and those concerned with community planning.
The term of service as member or alternate is three (3) years, or the unexpired portion of a term in the case of the resignation of a member. Terms are staggered so that approximately one third of terms expire each year.
If you want to learn more about the position, please contact [email protected].
Please complete a Statement of Interest by July 1, 2025. Completed forms should be returned to Sue Yerkes at [email protected].