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Environmental Design & Protection Committee

Environmental Design & Protection Committee

The membership of this committee consists of eight (8) members including, whenever feasible, professionals in the fields of landscape design and construction, environmental science, and pollution control. Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers.

The Charges to and Duties of this Committee are to:

  • work for the beautification of the Town and the protection of its resources;
  • assist staff in implementation of the Town landscape policy through recommendations at subdivision, site development, Planning Commission and City Council meetings, and through review and inspection of required plantings;
  • study and make recommendations relating to landscaping and protection of public property, such as park lands, and treatment of riparian habitat and open space within the Town;
  • identify nuisance problems and sources of pollution and recommend actions for abatement; and
  • prepare educational materials for residents outlining Town ordinances and enforcement with regard to landscape design and protection of the environment.