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Simsbury conservation commission notes zoning approval of dark‑sky rules, schedules training and outreach on solar and turf projects
Summary
Conservation commissioners reported zoning approval of dark‑sky regulations, encouraged certification training, and discussed upcoming outreach with a solar developer and a proposed turf field project.
At the close of the meeting, the Simsbury Conservation Commission reviewed routine business: the zoning commission unanimously approved proposed dark‑sky lighting regulations, commissioners encouraged colleagues to take the DEEP inland wetlands training, and staff said town leaders would invite a solar developer, Loadstar, to meet with the commission for input before filing state applications.
The commission also noted a potential turf upgrade project at Curtis Park (east fields) that will require wetlands permitting if it proceeds, and members discussed state and regional conferences in November where commission members plan to attend sessions on invasive species and native plants.
Commissioners asked staff to coordinate with the planning and zoning commissions about promoting native planting guidance during the forthcoming comprehensive zoning rewrite; staff said zoning had selected FHI of West Hartford as the consultant for the zoning code update.
No formal votes were taken on these items during the meeting; staff offered to circulate application materials and the letter sent to Loadstar inviting early consultation.
