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Kittery Conservation Commission reviews shoreland referrals, partnerships and Town Forest updates
Summary
At its Jan. 15 meeting the Kittery Conservation Commission reviewed shoreland development referrals for two properties, discussed partnerships to bolster buffer protections and public engagement, received town forest and climate-workshop updates, and adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
The Kittery Conservation Commission met Jan. 15, 2026, and reviewed two shoreland development referrals, discussed potential partnerships to strengthen buffer protections and public outreach, received updates on the Town Forest Management Plan and a climate workshop, and adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
The meeting matters locally because the commission is tracking two shoreland referrals and continuing work to update management language and community outreach that could affect shoreline buffers, boat-ramp access and the Town Forest’s planning documents.
Commission members recorded that town staff had sent notices about shoreland development referrals at 114 Pepperel Road and 41 Route 236; both items are awaiting further information and review by the Planning Board. The commission also noted a Dennet Road parcel that is not currently an action item but for which members will research state-level watershed rules.
Members spent the New Business portion of the meeting brainstorming partnerships to advance conservation goals. The group discussed working with Blue Ocean, the Kittery Land Trust and scouting organizations to refine buffer language in local guidance, schedule regular public engagement on conservation topics and address boat-ramp access points. The commission agreed to continue narrowing and prioritizing the list of goals at its next meeting.
Commission members reported on recent outreach and plan work. The KLIC climate workshop drew strong attendance and included discussion about changing water levels and how those changes may affect nearby homes. On the Town Forest Management Plan, Donald Moore, a committee member, said he has material and is drafting a short natural-resource paragraph; Lois Marshall, a committee member, said she is preparing a history paragraph that will document historical uses of the park, including the on‑premise cemetery.
In procedural business, Joann Kern, a committee member, moved to adjourn at 5:55 p.m.; Lois Marshall seconded the motion. The motion was recorded as moved or affirmed by Lois Marshall, Nanci Lovett, Donald Moore and Joann Kern, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
The commission will continue brainstorming partnership options and return with a shortened set of goals and follow-up items at the next meeting.
