Conservation Commission

MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission Statement of the Freedom Conservation Commission Committee (FCC) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the natural beauty and ecological health of our town’s lakes, forests, and wildlife habitats.  We are dedicated to fostering a deep connection between the community and the environment through education, stewardship, and sustainable practices. By working together, we aim to ensure that these vital natural resources remain vibrant and accessible for generations to come.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The FCC is an advisory board organized for the proper utilization and protection of natural resources within Freedom. The FCC works closely with the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Select Board, Forest Advisory Committee and local lake associations. They also collaborate with local and state conservation organizations in NH.

The Freedom Conservation Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall.  Deadline for agenda items is the Tuesday prior to the posted meeting date.  Items submitted either after the deadline or incompletely filled out, will not be placed on the agenda.  Such applications will be deferred.

2025 Meeting Schedule

The Freedom Conservation Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall.  Deadline for agenda items is the Tuesday prior to the posted meeting date.  Items submitted either after the deadline or incompletely filled out, will not be placed on the agenda.  Such applications will be deferred.

Application Submittal Closing Deadline Regular FCC Meeting
January 14 January 21
February 11 February 18
March 11 March 18
April 8 April 15
May 13 May 20
June 10 June 17
July 8 July 15
August 12 August 19
September 9 September 16
October 14 October 21
November 11 November 18
December 9 December 16

Committee Members

Jeff Nicoll

Chairman (2024)

Susan Marks

Member (2027)

Robert Oram

Member (2025)

Michele Keenan

Member (2025)

Nancy Cristoferi

Member (2027)

Megan Broderick

Member (2027)

Vacant

Member (2028)

Susan Hoople

Alternate (2027)

Vacant

Alternate (2025)

Support Staff

Lindsay Pettengill

Office Support

Melissa Donaldson

Recording Secretary

Resources

May 20, 2025

Public Meeting of the  

Freedom Conservation Commission and Forest Advisory Committee   

will be held  

Tuesday May 20, 2025 

6:30 pm  

 At the Freedom Town Hall 

 

  Agenda  Estimated Time (Min.) 
1  Quorum Check, Roll Call FAC/FCC  5 
2  Approval of April 2025 FAC/FCC Meeting Minutes   10 
FAC     
3  Mission Statement and web page  10 
4  SOS / FAC Agreement  10 
5  Trout Pond Trail and OHW Wagon Ride 

 

10 
6  FAC Checklist & Work Hours  10 
7  Forest Boundary Blazing  5 
8  Student Work / Study Program  5 
9  Invoices  5 
10  Grants  10 
11  Other Business / Adjourn  5 
FCC     
12  FAC/FCC Burn Contract Update  5 
13  Water Quality Monitoring Update / GMCG status 

 

10 
14  Lake Host Update  10 
15  NH Lakes Congress  5 
16  Applications for Review   
16.1  Wabanaki Project Update  15 
16.2   Map33Lot14 Laspisa  15 
17  FCC Invoices  5 
18  Other business to come before the Commission  15 
19  Public Comment  5 
  Adjourn   
  TOTAL Minutes  170 

 

Note: Deadline for agenda items for this meeting closed at 12pm on 05/13/2025 

Meeting Minutes

12-15-20 (meeting canceled due to technical difficulties)

11-17-20 – Joint Meeting with Forest Advisory Committee

10-20-20 (meeting canceled)

09-15-20
08-18-20
07-21-20
06-15-20
04-21-20
03-11-20
01-21-20

Meeting Minutes

01-16-2024 – Cancelled

02-20-2024

03-21-2024

04-16-2024

06-18-2024

12-15-20 (meeting canceled due to technical difficulties)

11-17-20 – Joint Meeting with Forest Advisory Committee

10-20-20 (meeting canceled)

09-15-20
08-18-20
07-21-20
06-15-20
04-21-20
03-11-20
01-21-20