Open Space Implementation Committee OKs revised plan outline.
Sterling Open Space Implementation Committee approves revised plan outline and identifies two land priorities. Chair Chuck Plaisted reported difficulty contacting B. Caldwell over OSRP funding while implementing new guidelines from M. Cryan requiring the plan to be "precise and concise." Paul
Open Space Implementation Committee · Meeting of April 16, 2026
Sterling Open Space Implementation Committee approves revised plan outline and identifies two land priorities. Chair Chuck Plaisted reported difficulty contacting B. Caldwell over OSRP funding while implementing new guidelines from M.
Cryan requiring the plan to be "precise and concise." Paul Lekberg and Jeff Keay noted the Senior Center hiking club has averaged 10 to 12 participants per outing since resuming in March. Sue Valentine is coordinating with Nipmuc tribal members on a Waushacum Park dedication ceremony and plans to present a draft history of the local Nipmuck to the tribe. Christine Nelson identified parcels 42-12 off Hardscrabble Road and 94-9 adjacent to the airport as properties of interest for further consideration.
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Source: the Open Space Implementation Committee meeting of April 16, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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