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(Posted: Thursday, September 9, 2010)
Load more... The Sudbury Conservation Commission was established in 1962 to protect local natural resources and features and to act as stewards of the town's conservation properties. More...
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| Wetlands Administration Bylaw | April 1994 Sudbury's Town Meeting approved a Wetlands Administration Bylaw the purpose of this bylaw is to maintain the quality of surface water, ground water table and water recharge areas for existing, or potential water supplies; to protect the public health and safety; to protect persons and property against the hazards of flood water inundation; to protect the community against the costs which may be incurred when unsuitable development occurs in wetland resource areas; and to provide for the reasonable protection and conservation of certain irreplaceable natural features, resources and amenities for the benefit and welfare of the present and future inhabitants of the Town of Sudbury. | December 9, 1999 0.00 KB |
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| Land Acquisition Review Committee Mission Statement | Mission statement of the LARC | August 26, 2009 24.55 KB |
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| 2010 CSX Acquisition | November 9, 2009 25.97 KB |
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| Conservation Land Use Rules and Regulations | The Conservation Commission has adopted the following set of Rules and Regulations to help protect the Conservation Parcels in town. Pleas Read. | April 27, 2010 37.50 KB |
| Sudbury Wetland Administration Bylaw | September 22, 2009 30.01 KB |
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| Gardening Application 2010 | Come and be a Community Gardener! If you like to garden or are intreested in trying on a green thumb for the first time, fill out this application. There will also be an annual informational meeting where you will have a chance to sign up towards the end of April. | May 7, 2010 41.50 KB |
| Hop Brook's Natural History | Read this minibook about Hop Brook's Natural History and learn something you may not have known about this natural resource you have in town! | April 28, 2010 510.98 KB |
| MassWildlife's Beavers and the Law | A Citizen's Guide to Addressing Beaver Conflicts | April 14, 2009 669.31 KB |
| Native Planting List | This is a list compiled by the Conservation Dept. of Native Plants in Middlesex County, it is not all inclusive but acts as a strong giude for residents when planting. | July 15, 2009 48.05 KB |
| Preserving Sudbury's Natural Heritage:Vernal Pools | Please read to learn about vernal pools, you might not know just how important they are TO YOU | April 28, 2010 255.72 KB |
| Rain Gardens and Compost Bins | Have you ever wanted to build your own rain garden or compost bin? Do you know about the benefits to your town and yourself each involves? Have you ever wondered what a rain garden is? If you are interested in a easy to follow step by step process of the who, what, when, where, why and how for building your own sustainable rain garden or compost bin on your property, or are just curious about how each work, please click on these links provided through Massachusetts Greenscapes http://www.greenscapes.org/Compost http://www.greenscapes.org/Raingardens |
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| Report Rare Critters | July 14, 2009 1195.61 KB |
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| Stewardship Volunteer Application | Please click on the following short volunteer applicaiton form which you can download or submit via email! We hope to hear from you and work with you soon! | March 25, 2009 95.09 KB |
| Think Green With Your Stormwater Habits | September 17, 2009 3.36 KB |
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| Vernal Pools | Click on the following PowerPoint Slideshow and Learn about what Vernal Pools are and why they are an Essential Part of the Ecosystem! This show is easy to follow. | March 26, 2009 3921.00 KB |
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| League of Women Voters Permitting Process Guide | An informal guide to permits required in the Town of Sudbury. | August 10, 2009 753.59 KB |
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| Walkway Planning and Prioritization Initiative | March 31, 2009 46.50 KB |
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| Walkway Planning Priorities | March 31, 2009 24.00 KB |
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| Great Meadows Watershed Overview | December 13, 2009 286.77 KB |
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| Hop Brook Sediment and Dam Removal Study | Hop Brook Sediment and Dam Removal Study - Draft Report - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - July 29, 2008 | February 23, 2010 42.03 KB |
| US EPA order regarding the Marlborough Easterly Wastewater Treatment Plant issued Dec. 10, 2009 | January 31, 2010 2666.73 KB |
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| Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Four Season Wildlife Habitat Evaluation | November 23, 2009 4497.80 KB |
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| Cutting Watershed Overview | January 22, 2010 2250.68 KB |
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| Frost Farm Watershed Overview | December 13, 2009 213.90 KB |
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| Goodnow Watershed Overview - Draft | December 13, 2009 283.97 KB |
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| Nobscot Watershed Overview - Draft | December 13, 2009 468.38 KB |
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| Pelham Island Watershed Overview | December 13, 2009 232.02 KB |
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| Powder Mill Watershed Overview | January 22, 2010 1744.08 KB |
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| Wayside Watershed Overview | December 13, 2009 640.29 KB |
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| Woodside Watershed Overview | December 13, 2009 247.12 KB |
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| Are there any poisonous snakes in Sudbury?
No. Although most snakes in our area have tiny needle-like teeth and will bite if handled, none are poisonous. Some people erroneously believe that the black snakes they see basking around ponds and streams in the summer time are "water moccasins." They are merely Northern Water Snakes.
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| Is camping permitted on town conservation lands?
Yes, camping is allowed on the conservation lands, but you must obtain a permit from us. You must obtain a seperate permit from the fire deptartment if you wish to have a fire. Please contact the conservation office for more information.
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| Is there an area for Community Gardening in Sudbury? The Sudbury Conservation Commission provides gardening plots at the Lincoln Meadows conservation land (north side) off Lincoln Rd. Plots are 30' x 30' for $25 per season. Plots come plowed & staked with composted manure available on site. Organic and inorganic sections are available.
For an application, please call Debbie Watson at 978-440-9379 or email the Conservation Coordinator at dineend@town.sudbury.ma.us for further information. |
| Where can I get the permit forms for a wetlands filing?
For the present you must visit the Conservation Commission office to get copies of state wetland permit and local bylaw permit forms.
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| What are my options if a Beaver dam is causing a serious health hazard on or around my property?
Please see the documents available for download section of this website for MassWildlife's Beavers and the Law: A Citizen's Guide to Addressing Beaver Conflicts
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| Backyard Wildlife Habitat - National Wildlife Federation | |
| Department of Conservation and Recreation | |
| Hop Brook Protection Association | |
| Living With Wildlife | The Division of Fisheries & Wildlife get a large volume of calls on wild animals, and developed these fact sheets as convenient resources for the homeowners and suburb-dwellers who are finding more and more wildlife in their yards and neighborhoods. |
| Massachusetts Audubon Society | |
| Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) | The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) is responsible for the conservation - including restoration, protection and management - of fish and wildlife resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. |
| The Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act | |
| The Organization for the Assabet River (OAR) | |
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| U.S, Geological Survey's MA/RI Current Streamflow | |
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| Maps of Massachusetts Ponds | |
| Mass. Geographic Information Systems | |
| National Atlas | |
| Topographic, Nautical and Aeronautical Maps | |
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| Hop Brook Protection Association | |