Open Space Management Plan
Part 1. Introduction of the Plan
This section provides the overall context for the Plan.
A. Author(s) of the Plan and Date
B. Purpose of the Plan
C. General Property Description
A. Author(s) of the Plan
Author(s) of the Plan and Date
B. Purpose of the Plan
Purpose may read something like the following:
The purpose of this plan is to describe how we envision the future condition and public use of Preserve XXX. This plan describes the natural and cultural resources of Preserve XXX and recommends management and restoration actions needed to preserve, protect, and restore the Tract’s natural habitats and significant species populations, as well as cultural resources. At the same time, public use and enjoyment must be balanced with these actions (or other suitable wording)
Example:
Essex Land Trust Cross Lots
The purpose of this plan is to describe the natural and cultural resources of Cross Lots (Harriet Cheney Downing Preserve) and to recommend management and restoration actions needed to preserve, protect, and restore the Preserve's natural habitats and cultural features. At the same time, public use and enjoyment must be balanced withthese actions.
C. General Property Description
More detailed description is in Part 3.
(Include a map showing location within the town and access points)
Physical characteristics: location, size (acres), general landscape description, special features, access points, existing structures
History and background: date of acquisition, history of acquisition,former use(s) and history of site
Ownership
Deed Restrictions
Other use/management restrictions
Current management: trail creation/preservation, maintenance, etc. (Keep general – provide details under Part 5)
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