Conservation Commission
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission Statement of the Freedom Conservation Commission Committee (FCC) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the natural beauty and ecological health of our town’s lakes, forests, and wildlife habitats. We are dedicated to fostering a deep connection between the community and the environment through education, stewardship, and sustainable practices. By working together, we aim to ensure that these vital natural resources remain vibrant and accessible for generations to come.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The FCC is an advisory board organized for the proper utilization and protection of natural resources within Freedom. The FCC works closely with the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Select Board, Forest Advisory Committee and local lake associations. They also collaborate with local and state conservation organizations in NH.
The Freedom Conservation Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall. Deadline for agenda items is the Tuesday prior to the posted meeting date. Items submitted either after the deadline or incompletely filled out, will not be placed on the agenda. Such applications will be deferred.
2026 Meeting Schedule
The Freedom Conservation Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Town Hall. Deadline for agenda items is the Tuesday prior to the posted meeting date. Items submitted either after the deadline or incompletely filled out, will not be placed on the agenda. Such applications will be deferred.
| Application Submittal Closing Deadline | Regular FCC Meeting |
| January 13 | January 20 |
| February 10 | February 17 |
| March 10 | March 17 |
| April 14 | April 21 |
| May 12 | May 19 |
| June 9 | June 16 |
| July 7 | July 16 |
| August 11 | August 18 |
| September 9 | September 15 |
| October 13 | October 20 |
| November 10 | November 17 |
| December 8 | December 15 |
Committee Members
Jeff Nicoll
Susan Marks
Robert Oram
Vacant
Nancy Cristoferi
Megan Broderick
Vacant
Susan Hoople
Vacant
Support Staff
Lindsay Pettengill
Resources
- Town of Freedom Natural Resource Inventory
- An In-depth Overview of our Town’s Natural Resources (Lakes, Rivers, Forest, Wetlands, etc)
- FCC Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
- Created from the State of NH Guidelines for Conservation Commissions (RSA 36-A)
- Ossipee Lake Alliance
- Freedom Town Forest Nature Trail
- Shoreland Protection Act
- Things to know if you live on the water!
- Green Mountain Conservation
- Click here for the latest Water Quality Testing results in Freedom and other ongoing local conservation efforts and education.
- NH Fish and Game
- Scrub Oak Scramblers
- UNH Coop Extension
- Check out the latest education and conservation efforts
- NH Lakes
- Check out the latest education and conservation efforts
- NH Homeowner’s Guide to Stormwater Management
- Donate Now!
- To help the FCC efforts in Freedom, checks can be made payable to The Town of Freedom with a letter/note explaining it is for the FCC. They can be dropped at the office Mon-Thurs 8-3 or mailed to PO Box 227. We thank you for your support!
March 17, 2026 Agenda
Public Meeting of the
Freedom Conservation Commission and Forest Advisory Committee
will be held
Tuesday March 17, 2026
6:30 pm
At the Freedom Town Hall
| Agenda | Estimated Time (Min.) | |
| 1 | Quorum Check, Roll Call FAC/FCC | 5 |
| 2 | Approval of February 2026 FAC/FCC Meeting Minutes | 10 |
| FAC | ||
| 3 | Town Forest Capital Reserve Fund – Town Meeting Vote | 10 |
| 4 | Forester Contract 2026 DRAFT | 10 |
| 5 | FAC 2026 Project Discussion | 10 |
| 6 | GMCG Trout Pond Snowshoe 20 Feb | |
| 7 | FAC Invoices | 5 |
| 8 | Public Comment / Other Business | |
| 9 | Adjourn FAC | |
| FCC | ||
| 10 | Aquatics Update | |
| 11 | 2025 Freedom Water Quality Report- Preliminary Review | 10 |
| 12 | Applications for Review | 20 |
| 12.1 | Merrymeeting Bridge – Danforth Bay Campground | 10 |
| 12.2 | 249 West Bay Rd – Tinguely | 30 |
| 13 | FCC Invoices | 5 |
| 14 | Other business to come before the Commission | 5 |
| 15 | Public Comment | |
| 16 | Adjourn FCC | |
| TOTAL Minutes | 130 |
Note: Deadline for agenda items for this meeting closed at 12pm on 03/10/20
Meeting Minutes
2026 Minutes
2024 Minutes
01-16-2024 – Cancelled
Meeting Minutes
2026 Minutes
2024 Minutes