Public Involvement

During the information gathering phase of the open space plan development process, the committee solicited input from stakeholders and interest groups whose activities typically involve use of undeveloped lands.

The following list of interest groups were represented in the focus group sessions:

ActivityDate

Snowmobiling

March 3

Working Lands - agriculture, forestry, maple sugaring, etc.

March 17

Hunting

March 31

Ecosystem Services - aquifer protection, wetland functions, wildlife habitat, stormwater control, etc.

April 7

Misc. Rural Characters - artists, historic preservationists, photographers, scenic vista proponents, etc. 

April 21

Trail Users - hikers, bikers, birders, skiers, snowshoeing, ATVs, dog walkers, equestrians, etc.

May 5

Water Access - fishing, boating, swimming, etc.

May 19