Conservation Commission — May 11, 2026
The meeting consisted of routine administrative approvals, coordination with neighboring towns, and planning for upcoming conservation activities with no recorded dissent or public opposition.
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Greenville Conservation Commission Meeting Update: May 11, 2026
At the most recent meeting, the Conservation Commission moved forward with several administrative and maintenance decisions affecting local properties. Most notably, the Commission voted 3-0 to allow the Mason Trail Volunteers to conduct maintenance work on the Lamarre property and the Greenville Potter Woods property. To manage risk, the Commission required that all participating volunteers sign liability waivers.
Regarding our trail systems, the Commission is working to coordinate with the Town of Mason. They voted to adopt specific 'Mason names' for five trail segments that extend from the Mason Potter Woods into Greenville, including the Beaver, Kissing Tree, Laurel, and Lost Compass trails. Decisions regarding the naming of the White and Blue trails have been deferred to the next meeting on June 8.
On the fiscal side, the Commission confirmed the transfer of $5,100 from land use changes and $460.30 from the 2025 budget surplus into the Conservation Fund. Looking ahead, the Commission is also in the early stages of planning a Souhegan River cleanup, targeted for August when water levels are lower. They will be working to secure necessary permissions from abutting property owners.
Topics discussed
The Commission reviewed and approved the meeting minutes from April 13, 2026.
The minutes were accepted without corrections via a 3-0 vote.
The Commission confirmed the transfer of funds from land use changes and budget surpluses to the Conservation Fund.
Confirmed $5,100 from land use change and $460.30 from the 2025 surplus were transferred.
The Commission reviewed trail maps and discussed coordination with the Town of Mason regarding the Potter Woods property.
The Commission reviewed the maps and agreed to send revisions back to the Mason Trail Volunteers for their GIS system.
Revisions to be sent to Mason Trail Volunteers.
The Commission decided on names for trails connecting to Mason and authorized volunteer maintenance.
Voted to adopt specific 'Mason names' for five trail segments and authorized Mason Trail Volunteers to perform maintenance on the Lamarre and Greenville Potter Woods properties, provided they sign liability waivers.
The naming of the White Trail, Blue Trail, and other proposed trails will be continued at future meetings.
The Commission discussed planning a river cleanup for August to coincide with lower water levels.
Agreed to plan the activity and seek permission from abutting property owners.
Plan the activity and secure permissions from abutting property owners.
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