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Commission explores wetland‑bylaw rewrite; consultant quotes range from $10K to $45K
Summary
The conservation agent reported two consultant estimates to update the town wetland bylaw — Horsley Witten Group estimated $40K–$45K with an 18–20 month timeline; BSC Group estimated $10K–$12K with more commission preparatory work — and commissioners encouraged public input and grant exploration.
Dan Levesque told the commission he had solicited two quotes for a wetland bylaw rewrite: Horsley Witten Group estimated a scope and budget of roughly $40,000–$45,000 and a timeline of 18–20 months that would include reviews and preparation for town meeting; BSC Group estimated approximately $10,000–$12,000 but noted the commission would need to do additional preparatory work to articulate specific changes and gaps.
Levesque said the commission is exploring grant options (including the Totten River Stewardship Council grant, capped at $25,000 with match requirements) and that the town manager has indicated some town funding may be available. Commissioners asked members to review the current bylaw and flag sections for revision so the commission can scope work and choose an approach that balances cost and comprehensiveness.
