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Silver Maple Forest

Silver Maple Forest Update

As noted previously, Governor Patrick did not sign House 701. He did commit to conduct the appraisal contemplated by House 701. I am satisfied with this outcome — the bill …

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Posted byWill BrownsbergerFebruary 1, 2011June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest

701: Nice posturing, but not effective

Rep. Brownsberger, I want to thank you for your efforts in trying to preserve open space in your district, and for trying to prevent construction in a location that is …

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Posted byaramhollmanJanuary 22, 2011June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest3 Comments on 701: Nice posturing, but not effective

Silver Maple Forest

Hi Will, This is an enormous step in the right direction! Silver Maple Forest should be protected under the National Historic Preservation Act. I’ll be in touch with next steps…

Posted bySarmonica T. JonesJanuary 5, 2011June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest2 Comments on Silver Maple Forest

Silver Maple Forest Bill Passed

Senator Tolman and Representative Brownsberger announced today the passage of House 701, a bill which would kick start the conversation about state acquisition of the Silver Maple Forest property, also known as the Belmont Uplands.

Posted byWill BrownsbergerJanuary 4, 2011June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest7 Comments on Silver Maple Forest Bill Passed

Silver Maple Forest is Worth Saving

The Silver Maple Forest should be considered an “ACEC” — an Area of Critical Environmental Concern for flood control. It is rare open space in an urban area, an ecologically valuable site which once gone, cannot be recreated.

Posted byDebButlerDecember 24, 2010June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest

Urban Wild calls our attention this holiday season

While our rare silver maple forest is within hours or days of being permitted for clear cutting as a town or city christmas gift to its citizens, some actions and …

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Posted byEllenMassDecember 1, 2010June 29, 2014Posted inSilver Maple Forest

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