2006 Town Warrant Article 13

Shall the Town will vote to establish as Town Forests pursuant to RSA 31:110-113, the following parcels: 

• Tax Map 26 & 27, Lot 2-79 (“Hinds Lane Conservation Area”)

• Tax Map 25, Lot 12-38 (Calitri Family Conservation Area)

• Tax Map 30 & 36, Lot 11-254 (Little Island Pond Conservation Area)

• Tax Map 10, Lot 10-1 (Costa Family Conservation Area)

• Tax Map 33, Lot 1-159 (Frederic Cutter Merriam Conservation Area) ?

(Recommended by Conservation Commission) (No Tax Impact)

Voter's Guide Explanation

This article proposes to designate 5 Town Owned Parcels as 'Town Forests'.  The main purpose of a town forest shall be to encourage the proper management of timber, firewood and other natural resources through planting, timber stand improvement, thinning, harvesting, reforestation, and other multiple use programs consistent with the forest management program, any deed restrictions and any pertinent local ordinances or regulations. 

Backup Data

• RSA 31:110 - Establishment
• RSA 31:111 - Purpose
• RSA 31:112 - Management
• RSA 31:113 - Appropriations Authorized