Falmouth Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee
TOWN OF FALMOUTH
FALMOUTH FRESHWATER PONDS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MISSION STATEMENT, POSITION DESCRIPTION, APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
MARCH 4, 2024
Mission Statement/Purpose
The mission/purpose of the newly established Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee is to advise the Select Board and Town Manager on the protection and preservation of Falmouth’s freshwater ponds and to recommend goals, strategies, action steps, and measurable outcomes that can be integrated into the Town’s overall Strategic Plan.
Appointment of Members
The Freshwater Ponds Advisory Committee shall be appointed by the Select Board in accordance with relevant provisions of the Falmouth Home Rule Charter and Town bylaws.
Number, Terms, and Qualifications of Members
The Committee shall consist of five (5) members and two (2) alternates. The term of office is three-years. Members may serve up to three consecutive terms. The Select Board shall seek individuals who possess the following knowledge and skills in recruiting and appointing members to this Committee:
At least two members with strong understanding of freshwater pond science, including water chemistry and hydrology, and pond management, including knowledge of remediation measures.
At least one member who is knowledgeable about pond protection issues and relevant health issues associated with freshwater ponds, including familiarity with local, state, regional and federal regulations concerning freshwater ponds.
At least one member with experience in environmentally-friendly landscaping, including using native plants and installing hardy plant barriers along the shoreline to help limit the amount of nutrients entering ponds.
At least one member who is knowledgeable about stormwater management.
At least one member with experience and knowledge of Falmouth Town government structure and politics.
Members shall have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a group process with volunteers, community members, and public officials. Members are expected to attend public meetings and occasional site visits.
Meeting Schedule: Meeting frequency, day of week and time of day to be determined by Committee
Where: Town Hall or Public Library (location to be determined in consultation with Town Manager)
How to Apply/Application Deadline: Applications are available on the Town website at https://www.falmouthma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5363/Application-Package-for-Board-Committee-Commission The preferred deadline for applications is Friday, March 29, 2024, at 4:30p.m. in the Office of the Select Board, 59 Town Hall Square.
For additional information, please visit the Falmouth Pond Coalition website at https://www.falmouthpondcoalition.org/ . You can also contact the Coalition at falmouthpondcoalition@gmail.com or 617-548-6442.