AWARD Saw Mill Hills
Community Preservation Committee
Recommendation for Funding
Date:
June 18, 2008
Applicant: Saw Mill Hills Open Space Acquisition Project
Amount of funding requested:
$150,000
Time frame of request: 2008
Amount of funding recommended by CPC:
$150,000
Time frame of funding recommended: 2008
Summary reasons for recommendation
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The acquisition would protect valuable natural resources and create a connection between
the Saw Mill Hills Conservation Area and the Mineral Hills Conservation Area thereby
serving a public good.
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The project meets the goals of the Open Space and Recreation Plan, Sustainable
Northampton Plan and the CPA for the preservation of open space for recreation
purposes.
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The Broad Brook Coalition, Nonotuck Land Fund and other conservation partners
support the Project.
Conditions/contingencies attached to recommendation:
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Removal of two homes, and the restoration of the disturbed area located near the stream,
wetlands and vernal pool
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Procedures for monitoring and reporting shall be worked out among the Committee,
Mayor and the grantee.
Additional comments from committee
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