The Lynnfield Tree Committee is a group of town residents working as a subcommittee of the Conservation Commission who are interested in developing a community tree preservation ordinance to promote and foster an appreciation for the benefits provided by our natural tree resources.
Their goals include the protection and restoration of Lynnfield's natural tree resources which provide shade and ornamentation to our streets, create habitats for wildlife, enhance property values and provide natural privacy. The Tree Committee also seeks to educate the community about the importance of Lynnfield's natural resource which also provide cleaner air, decreased noise, climate control and flood prevention.
The Committee intends to work in partnership with builders, developers, foresters and community members to preserve our existing trees during development and to reforest portions of our land. Working with Townscape, the Department of Public Works and the community, the Tree Committee hopes to maintain and enhance the character, charm and natural rural beauty of Lynnfield.
The Tree Committee conducted a survey on tree protection and mailed the survey with the tax bills a few months ago. The Committee thanks all residents who returned the forms. If you still wish to participate in the survey, additional copies of the survey are available in the Conservation Commission Office on the lower level or you may mail to the Conservation Commission, Town Hall, 55 Summer Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940.
Two Warrant Articles proposed for October Town Meeting scheduled for October 19, 2009.
Article 17: To see if the Town will vote to establish a Tree Board pursuant to Town Charter, Chapter 5, Section 4; the Board of Selectmen to appoint 5 members for three-year overlapping terms to ensure compliance with M.G.L., Chapter 40, Section 15C and M.G.L. Chapter 87, or what action it will take thereon. Submitted by Petition
Article 18: To see if the Town will vote to establish a Revolving Fund under the provisions of Chapter 44, Section 53E-l/2, to be spend by the Tree Board, limited to a certain amount, without further appropriation during FY 2010, to pay expenses and contractual services required to operate the Tree Board; said fund to be credited with all fines and charges received from persons paying such fines and charges during FY 2010, or what action it will take thereon. Submitted by Petition
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