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Conservation Committee warns of erosion at Jackson Falls, proposes expert assessment
Summary
Dick Bennett told the Planning Board forum that the Conservation Committee considers erosion at Jackson Falls its top issue and wants outside experts to evaluate mitigation options; the committee also plans to study parking, portable toilets and ADA access, noting a 2013 plan saw little follow-up.
At the Planning Board forum on Sept. 18, Conservation Committee member Dick Bennett identified erosion at Jackson Falls as the committee’s primary concern and said the committee plans to bring in outside experts to evaluate the problem and recommend mitigation measures.
Bennett listed related issues the committee will consider: parking management near the falls, placement of portable toilets, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act for public access. He told the forum that a plan addressing some of these issues was developed in 2013 but saw little follow-up; the committee wants to revisit those recommendations and pursue expert analysis. Bennett also raised broader concerns about water conservation and management for the town.
The forum did not adopt any directives but agreed on next steps: solicit input from the School Board and clarify Highway Department needs before integrating recommendations from the Library Board and Housing Commission into the town’s planning efforts.
Because this session was an information-gathering forum, the Conservation Committee’s proposals will be considered in subsequent planning meetings and budget deliberations.
