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Conservation dispute: commission members defend work and board sets protocol for buffer‑zone concerns
Summary
Members of the Conservation Commission and a resident defended recent work in the wetlands buffer zone and presented photos; the Select Board and Conservation discussed protocol for suspected buffer‑zone work and agreed on a path forward while completing outstanding appointments.
Dave Sarnacki, speaking for the Conservation Commission, recounted his history on the commission and defended its handling of enforcement matters under the Wetlands Protection Act. Bruce Wall and others emphasized the commission’s role enforcing the Wetlands Protection Act. Dave and Justin presented photographs to illustrate work at issue.
Terry Gould said the Select Board’s delay in making appointments was intended as a time to reflect and was not meant as punishment. The board and commission discussed how to handle suspected work in the buffer zone and agreed on a plan to proceed; the transcript records that both Justin and Dave "spoke to restate their positions on the work being done."
