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 6:30 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 21 |
| 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
Rachel Plescha
Susan Hoople
Vacant
Support Staff
Nicole Ricciardi
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!
August 18, 2026 Agenda
Public Meeting of the
Freedom Conservation Commission and Forest Advisory Committee
will be held
Tuesday August 18, 2026
6:30 pm
At the Freedom Town Hall – 16 Elm Street
| # | Agenda Item | Est. Time (Min.) |
| 1 | Quorum Check, Roll Call – FAC/FCC | 5 |
| 2 | Approval of July 21, 2026 FAC/FCC Meeting Minutes | 10 |
| FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE (FAC) | ||
| 3 | FAC – Forest Projects and Information
– Completed: Old Home Week Forest Wagon Ride (July 25) and Access Trail #1 – five trees cut – Forest cameras – FPD / FFD / FAC coordination and signage – Access Trail #1 – fill ruts with gravel – Trout Pond water testing performed (GMCG) – Boundary line flagging & blazing (Dube / Ford) – Rake water bars – Trout Pond Trail and Mary’s Mountain Footpath |
20 |
| 4 | Freedom Town Forest – 2026 NH Fish & Game Permit to Bait Wildlife
– Applicant: Zachary R. Smith – permit to bait wildlife on Town Forest land (NH Fish & Game, Rev. 11/2025) – Discussion of FAC position and recommendation to the Board of Selectmen as landowner |
10 |
| 5 | FAC Invoices
– B.H. Keith Associates, Invoice #01-4071, 8/3/26 – $712.50 (July 1–31, 2026: forest road erosion control inspections, boundary line location, forest fire protection) |
5 |
| 6 | Public Comment / Other Business | 5 |
| 7 | Adjourn FAC | — |
| FREEDOM CONSERVATION COMMISSION (FCC) | ||
| 8 Applications for Review | ||
| 8.1 | 407 Huckins Road – NHDES Standard Dredge and Fill Wetlands Permit (Tax Map 29, Lot 31)
– Applicant: Richard C. & Dawn T. Stott; NHDES File No. 2026-02042 (received 8/4/26; administratively complete 8/5/26) |
15 |
| 9 | Aquatics Update
– NHDES August 6, 2026 survey of the Danforth Ponds – Milfoil located on the western side of Leavitt Bay – Cyanobacteria – Middle Danforth Pond reports of 7/24/26 and 8/6/26 |
15 |
| 10 | FCC Invoices
– B.H. Keith Associates, Invoice #01-4071, – SOLitude Lake Management, Invoice PSI277181 |
5 |
| 11 | Camp Robin Hood – dry hydrant project; NHDES permitting inquiry referred to the Commission | 5 |
| 12 | Other Business to Come Before the Commission | 5 |
| 13 | Public Comment | 5 |
| 14 | Adjourn FCC | — |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED TIME | 105 | |
Note: Deadline for agenda items for this meeting closed at 12:00 pm on August 11, 2026.
Meeting Minutes
2026 Minutes
2024 Minutes
01-16-2024 – Cancelled
Meeting Minutes
2026 Minutes
2024 Minutes