Commission Appointments

Service on the Conservation Commission comes about via appointment from the Mayor for a three year term. The seven positions on the Commission follow a rotation of term that has expiration of 2, 2 and 3 individuals. These terms have been harmonized to expire on Aug1 among the variation of years.

Currently all positions are filled. The Mayor recently re-appointed Jim Tate, Joe Welsh and Bill Dyer for another 3yr term.

The average length of service for the current Conservation Commission is 9yrs. I believe Jim Tate has served the longest as a Commissioner, close to 15yrs. I began service in 1998, so I'm in my 13th year myself.

Among other characteristics, longevity of service to a commitment that requires a dedication toward a long-term goal, is important for success in the realm of Open Space preservation and conservation. It is one aspect that has led to our continued success as a community that has balanced economic growth via development, with quality of life via Open Space preservation.

I thank the Mayor for his confidence in our Commissioners as illustrated by their re-appointments for continued service to the community.

Our website has a page that describes in detail what each member of the Commission contributes to the group.

http://www.sheltonconservation.org/about/about.htm

Tom Harbinson - Chairman