Conservation Commission

Seeking New Members

Do you live in Milton, enjoy being out in Nature, and want to give back to the community? The Milton Conservation Commission has opportunities for new members to join us in managing, preserving, and advocating for the Town of Milton natural areas.

The Commission meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., in the Community Room at the Municipal Building at 43 Bombardier Road.

Prospective members are encouraged to attend a meeting, and if interested to apply by filling out an Application Form (PDF).

For more information, Email Dan Gaherty. Applications may also be obtained at the Town Manager's Office.

Regular Meetings

  • 6:30 p.m.
  • 4th Tuesday of every month

The public is welcome to attend and share ideas.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Members

  • Dan Gaherty, Chair
    Term expires: 2025
  • Laurie DiCesare, Clerk
    Term expires: 2024
  • Pamela Sandoval, Member
    Term expires: 2025
  • Bonnie Pease
    Term expires: 2023
  • William Pikul, Vice-Chair
    Term expires: 2024


  • Vacant, Member
    Four-Year Term
  • Vacant, Member
    Four-Year Term
  • Vacant, Member
    Four-Year Term
  • Vacant, Member
    Four-Year Term
Conservation Commission Members Jan. 2023

Introduction

The Conservation Commission is an advisory commission appointed by the Selectboard. The Commission’s responsibilities are defined by State Statute in the Town’s Administrative Code Section 33 (PDF).

Conservation commissions help communities protect and enhance their natural resources by undertaking diverse activities. Milton’s Conservation Commission:

  • Actively administers the Town’s Municipal Forest, Eagle Mountain Natural Area, and the LaMoille Riverwalk
  • Coordinates programs to support conservation education, natural resource interpretation, outdoor recreation and volunteerism
  • Advises the Town’s legislative/regulatory bodies, such as the Selectboard and Planning Commission

Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald ash borer (EAB) has been spotted in municipalities throughout Vermont and in towns neighboring Milton. Following EAB’s discovery in South Hero, Milton is now considered to be within an infestation area. The Town of Milton’s Planning Department and Conservation Commission are preparing for EAB’s arrival and how to deal with it. If you believe that you have identified an EAB, please email the town’s tree warden, Kris Dulmer.

To aid in planning for the arrival of the EAB, the town’s tree warden conducted a survey of Milton’s ash trees in the town’s right-of-ways and along town trails. Please see the following link for the results of the inventory: Ash Tree Inventory (PDF). This inventory and the town’s Emerald Ash Borer Advisory Plan (PDF) will assist with managing the town’s ash in light of EAB.

Read Emerald Ash Borer: Vermont Invasives (PDF) to help you better understand signs of EAB.

Emerald Ash Borer Tree Damage

Downed Trees on Town Trails

If you notice any downed trees or any other problems on Milton’s trails, please complete a Trail Problem Report Form (PDF) and e-mail Cymone Bedford, Planning and Zoning Director. You can also drop off the form at the Milton Municipal Building or call the Planning Department at 802-893-1186.

Milton Town Forest
Eagle Mountain Summit
Lamoille River Walk