Conservation Commission News & Announcements

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How Can We All Keep Lynnfield Stormwater Clean? (2-min. video)

It’s not hard to do, but we all may not be aware of these easy ways to keep our Lynnfield stormwater clean. ... more ››

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Planning & Conservation Updates Signage on Conservation Lands

Lynnfield Planning & Conservation has begun updating its Conservation lands’ signage. The DPW is replacing the outdated Conservation... more ››

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Lynnfield joins PIE-Rivers Partnership’s new “Town Reps” program!

Emilie Cademartori, Director of Planning & Conservation, will represent Lynnfield as part of the new Town Reps program for the PIE-... more ››

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Please keep fall leaves out of streets and away from wetlands.

A seasonal reminder - - please don’t blow or rake leaves, grass clippings, brush or tree branches into the street. They actually leach... more ››

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Trees just keep giving back to communities!

The City of Baltimore and its residents are benefitting from the City’s aggressive approach to planting and maintaining its urban trees.

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It's Time for Fall Greenscaping Your Yard!

Greenscapes are yards bursting with color and visual interest that are easy, water efficient and cost-effective to maintain. Greenscaping... more ››

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Planning & Conservation awarded $33,800 Planning Assistance Grant!

The Baker-Polito Administration has announced $12.9 Million in 2020 grants for land conservation, parks and climate resilience projects.

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NOTICE: Pillings Pond Treatment - Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Pillings Pond will be chemically treated on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. These waters are treated from time to time to prevent algal blooms... more ››

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NOTICE: Pillings Pond Treatment - Thursday, August 29, 2019

Pillings Pond will be chemically treated on Thursday, August 29, 2019. These waters are treated from time to time to prevent algal blooms,... more ››

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Additional Information for Residents regarding Blue Green Algae Blooms

The Lynnfield Conservation Commission would like to provide residents with additional information regarding recent reports of blue green... more ››

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Lynnfield Planning & Conservation and Lynnfield Cultural Council Participate in Cultural Asset-Mapping Pilot Project

Representatives from Lynnfield Planning & Conservation and the Lynnfield Cultural Council participated in the Essex County-wide pilot... more ››

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Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms Occurring in Massachusetts Communities

Lynnfield Planning & Conservation Director Emilie Cadermartori cautions residents to avoid allowing their pets to wade into Pillings... more ››

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NOTICE: Pillings Pond Treatment - Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Pillings Pond will be chemically treated on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. These waters are routinely treated from time to time to control the... more ››

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Lynnfield Planning & Conservation, DPW, LCWD and LWD partner to join the Greenscapes North Shore Coalition

Emilie Cademartori, Director of Lynnfield Planning and Conservation has announced the partnership of her department, the Department of... more ››

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Tree Committee Hosts Arbor Day Celebration at Concert - July 10!

Lynnfield Rotary kicks off its first summer concert on the Common this Wednesday from 6 – 8pm. During the concert, the Tree Committee will... more ››

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Lynnfield Awarded $15,000 under Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Program!

Lynnfield has been awarded $15,000 in state grant funding to help it assess the town’s vulnerability to climate change and develop a... more ››

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Calculate in Dollars & Cents What Your Tree is Worth!

Ever wonder what your tree is worth? How about $350 per year?!

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NOTICE: Pillings Pond Treatment - Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Pillings Pond will be chemically treated on Monday, Wednesday, May 29, 2019. These waters are routinely treated from time to time to... more ››

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Get The Great American Rain Barrel at special Lynnfield resident price!

Greenscapes and Ipswich River Watershed Association are providing The Great American Rain Barrel to Lynnfield residents for the 40% ... more ››

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Tree Committee members and guests plant the 2019 Lynnfield Arbor Day Tree!

On Saturday, May 4, members of the Tree Committee and guests planted the 2019 Lynnfield Arbor Day Tree - a ... more ››

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