The Town of Enfield is considering formation of a Conservation Advisory Council (CAC). As a first step, we seek community interest among our residents toward joining such a council. A Conservation Advisory Council, composed of 3-9 appointed members, would play a key role in promoting environmental stewardship and sustainable community planning. CAC members would conduct policy research, deliver educational programs, and implement stewardship projects while gathering and sharing important information with town agencies, land-use applicants, and the public. Members would advise the Town Board and its departments on best-practices for management of Enfield’s natural resources.
A primary focus of the CAC would be to maintain an inventory and map of our local open spaces—such as forests, fields, and wetlands—providing essential data for smart community planning. CAC members would collaborate to prepare an annual open space assessment. By assisting our planning board with environmental reviews, the CAC would contribute significantly to preserving our natural resources. Members would have the opportunity to conduct site visits, analyze environmental impacts, and explore how natural areas relate to surrounding resources.
If you are passionate about conservation and eager to make a positive impact in our community, please express your interest in applying for a position on the CAC. Letter of interest can be sent to the Town Clerk at townclerk@townofenfield.org or mailed to 168 Enfield Main Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850.