Conservation Advisory Council

Members

Seeking new member

The Town of Chester is seeking a member of the community with an interest in protecting drinking water, infrastructure, conservation of open space and other natural resources, along with preserving significant historic places to join the Chester Conservation Advisory Council (CAC). The CAC serves as an advisory body to local governing boards, planning boards and zoning boards of appeals. Candidates must be able to establish good working relationships with other local agency members and take a collaborative, constructive approach to fulfilling the advisory role. The CAC consists of 9 voting members for a term of two years. Attendance at regularly scheduled meetings is expected. Candidates must be willing to learn about and contribute time, ideas, and skills to support local quality of life, land use decision-making, and conservation focused initiatives of the CAC.  Professional experience in conservation or related fields is desirable but not a requirement. An eagerness to learn and willingness to attend trainings is equally valuable to build knowledge and skills. Chester residency required. Send letter of interest to: Town of Chester, Attn: Town Clerk, 1786 Kings Highway, Chester, NY 10918

Documents

• INTRODUCTORY LOCAL LAW 5 OF 2024 – A LOCAL LAW TO ESTABLISH A CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW § 239-X.(pdf)
• A RESOLUTION TO FORM A CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL FOR THE TOWN OF CHESTER OUT OF THE CLIMATE CHANGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (pdf)
• A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT INTRODUCTORY LOCAL LAW 3 OF 2024 – A LOCAL LAW TO ESTABLISH A CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW § 239-X. (pdf)

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