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Warner’s Pond Task Force backs Recreation Commission’s CPC application for formal access from Jerome Park
Summary
The task force voted to send a letter supporting the Recreation Commission’s CPC application to create a formal, controlled water access from Jerome Park to Warner’s Pond; the Natural Resources Commission had already voted its support.
The Warner’s Pond Task Force voted to ask its chairs to submit a letter of support for a Community Preservation Committee (CPC) application from the Recreation Commission to establish a formal, controlled water access path from Jerome Park to Warner’s Pond.
Members said a concise endorsement would help the applicant at the CPC interview and demonstrate coordinated town support: the Natural Resources Commission had already agreed to a supporting letter. Task force members emphasized that any access should be managed and ‘controlled’ to avoid informal, ad hoc use that could cause erosion or safety issues.
Why it matters: A formal access point would clarify where and how the public reaches the pond, help recreation planning and reduce unmanaged shoreline wear. Several task force members noted the application benefits from near-term letters of support during CPC review.
Next steps: The chairs will prepare and submit the letter ahead of CPC interviews; the task force will monitor CPC timing and may add clarifying language about controlled access and stewardship conditions.
