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Commission notes CSX parcel interest, sets local cleanup and Turtle Fest dates

Town of Newfields Conservation Commission · March 16, 2026

Summary

The commission reported that a joint letter to CSX expressing interest in parcels received a negative reply; members also promoted Town Cleanup Day on April 18 and noted Turtle Fest on May 9 and a March 18 state event on outdoor recreation.

Commissioners reviewed several announcements at the March 16 meeting, including outreach about CSX‑owned parcels and upcoming community events.

M. Kasper reported that the letter sent to CSX—part of a Nov. 17 action to express interest in CSX‑owned parcels for conservation and access—received a negative reply with no further information. C. McDade suggested contacting Eversource to explore potential mitigation funding; C. Fields said she would reach out to Eversource contacts.

The Commission also publicized Newfields Town Cleanup Day on April 18 (rain date April 19) and noted Turtle Fest on May 9, hosted by the Newmarket Conservation Commission; T. Rettburg said she will attend a March 18 state event on outdoor recreation areas. No formal votes were taken on these announcements.

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