The town of Pound Ridge invites residents to consider applying for open positions on the following committees and board: Comprehensive Plan Update Committee, one-year term; Conservation Board, two-year term, and Open Space Acquisitions Committee, one- year term.
“This is a great opportunity for residents to get involved and have a positive and direct effect on the quality of life and economic vitality of Pound Ridge. Our wonderful volunteers provide an important public service to the town and help us make Pound Ridge an even better place to live, work and visit,” said Supervisor Kevin Hansan. The Comprehensive Plan Update Committee’s purpose is to update the adopted 2010 Comprehensive Plan. The updating process commenced in 2019 with a gap of two years during COVID-19. The committee seeks to bring the community’s vision forward in preserving the town’s strengths, and addressing future needs and current challenges. The result will be an updated comprehensive plan that will provide actionable plans and rationale for managed future growth, as well as the preservation of community character, natural resources, and open space. The update will also address changing climate challenges, community resiliency, and economic vitality in conjunction with regional partners and neighboring towns.
The mission of the Conservation Board is to promote the long-term and sustainable use of our natural resources. Its vision is to provide strong leadership regarding all matters that affect the environmental health and condition of the town’s natural resources: its water supply, variety and quality of wildlife habitats, semi-rural character, scenic beauty and aesthetic appeal. The Conservation Board strives to provide information and guidance to residents, town officials, and others regarding the environment.
The town board formed the Open Space Acquisitions Committee in 2001 following the approval by town voters in November 2000 of an open space ballot proposition, which created a special property tax levy with funds earmarked for the purchase of open space. Almost 20 years ago, the committee developed its first set of criteria and a rating system for evaluating properties, emphasizing the protection of water quality, wildlife habitat, community character and passive recreation. At that time, the town, planning and conservation boards reviewed and approved the criteria and rating system. A list of priority parcels was created and now, 20 years later, many of those properties have been protected through various efforts. Most recently, in November 2023, residents passed a third referendum continuing the special property tax levy through 2033. It is with these funds that OSAC will make recommendations to the town board for the purchase of important, now privately-owned lands or protective conservation easements.
For more information about boards, commissions and committees, visit townofpoundridge.com. Residents interested in being considered for openings are invited to submit a CV and short letter of interest to Nicole Engel at chiefofstaff@townofpoundridge.com. Town seeks residents to fill three open committee slots
The town of Pound Ridge invites residents to consider applying for open positions on the following committees and board: Comprehensive Plan Update Committee, one-year term; Conservation Board, two-year term, and Open Space Acquisitions Committee, one- year term.
“This is a great opportunity for residents to get involved and have a positive and direct effect on the quality of life and economic vitality of Pound Ridge. Our wonderful volunteers provide an important public service to the town and help us make Pound Ridge an even better place to live, work and visit,” said Supervisor Kevin Hansan. The Comprehensive Plan Update Committee’s purpose is to update the adopted 2010 Comprehensive Plan. The updating process commenced in 2019 with a gap of two years during COVID-19. The committee seeks to bring the community’s vision forward in preserving the town’s strengths, and addressing future needs and current challenges. The result will be an updated comprehensive plan that will provide actionable plans and rationale for managed future growth, as well as the preservation of community character, natural resources, and open space. The update will also address changing climate challenges, community resiliency, and economic vitality in conjunction with regional partners and neighboring towns.
The mission of the Conservation Board is to promote the long-term and sustainable use of our natural resources. Its vision is to provide strong leadership regarding all matters that affect the environmental health and condition of the town’s natural resources: its water supply, variety and quality of wildlife habitats, semi-rural character, scenic beauty and aesthetic appeal. The Conservation Board strives to provide information and guidance to residents, town officials, and others regarding the environment.
The town board formed the Open Space Acquisitions Committee in 2001 following the approval by town voters in November 2000 of an open space ballot proposition, which created a special property tax levy with funds earmarked for the purchase of open space. Almost 20 years ago, the committee developed its first set of criteria and a rating system for evaluating properties, emphasizing the protection of water quality, wildlife habitat, community character and passive recreation. At that time, the town, planning and conservation boards reviewed and approved the criteria and rating system. A list of priority parcels was created and now, 20 years later, many of those properties have been protected through various efforts. Most recently, in November 2023, residents passed a third referendum continuing the special property tax levy through 2033. It is with these funds that OSAC will make recommendations to the town board for the purchase of important, now privately-owned lands or protective conservation easements.
For more information about boards, commissions and committees, visit townofpoundridge.com. Residents interested in being considered for openings are invited to submit a CV and short letter of interest to Nicole Engel at chiefofstaff@townofpoundridge.com.