Public Comment - Act 59 Draft Expanded Framework - Bennington County Conservation District

Public Comment - Act 59 Draft Expanded Framework

If you’re unable to attend the regional Act 59 Listening Session, you can still make your voice heard by sharing your thoughts on the Draft Expanded Framework through this public comment form.

Use this form to respond to any of the discussion prompts, offer general feedback, or highlight issues that matter most to you. All comments will be shared with the state planning team and incorporated into the regional summary for Southwestern Vermont.

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Looking through this draft plan, what’s an issue or idea that jumps out at you that you like and/or that excites you?

Given the realities of limited capacity and funding, where do you see the greatest need for more state investment?

Where do you see opportunities for more efficient collaboration, both at the state level and in your region?

What is something you would like to see in the plan but that you don’t see so far?

What’s something you see in the plan that you don’t understand or would like to have clarified?

What resources does your community need for this work?

What benefits and concerns do you see when easements are held by local organizations, such as the BCCD, instead of organizations based outside the county?

Do you feel the Draft Expanded Framework for the Vermont Conservation Plan adequately reflects the role that local organizations can play in long‑term stewardship and easement holding? What changes would you like to see in the plan to better recognize the role of local organizations?

Are there specific types of properties, land uses, or community priorities where you believe local easement‑holding would be especially valuable?

What resources or support would help landowners feel more confident engaging in conservation easements?

Do you have general comments on the Act 59 Draft Expanded Framework or conservation needs in Southwestern Vermont?

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If you’re unable to attend the regional Act 59 Listening Session, you can still make your voice heard by sharing your thoughts on the Draft Expanded Framework through this public comment form.

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