"The Conservation Commission is an advisory body established through a town ordinance. It provides recommendations to the Town Council, Zoning Board, Department of Public Works, and the Planning Board concerning conservation, preservation and development of natural resources in Charlestown. The Commission consists of seven members, who are appointed by the Town Council. For a list of current Conservation Commission Members, look at the board and commission listing by clicking here. [This link doesn't go anywhere on 3/22/11]
Town of Charlestown Open Space Properties
"There are four different open space properties in Charlestown acquired by the Town for the use and scenic enjoyment of the residents of Charlestown. They are the South Farm Preserve, Schoolhouse Pond Preserve, Richard Trails, and the Arnold Family White Cedar Swamp.
The town website also lists accomplishments, has info on annual rainbarrel and composter sale and distribution, and links to owners of open space in Charlestown. The commission wrote a Fertilizer Resolultion that was adopted by the Town Council.
Source: Town website. Accessed March 22, 2011.
