Committee meets every 2nd Thursday of month at 7:30.
The public are welcome to attend committee Zoom meetings. To join Zoom please email darran.tilghman@gmail.com
Strategic Guidance for the Chestertown Environmental Committee
The Chestertown Environmental Committee engaged in a strategic planning exercise in November, 2018. Committee member Greg Farley led the exercise, using the Appreciative Inquiry method. Click here to read the final draft of the CEC Strategic Plan.
The Chestertown Environmental Committee promotes careful stewardship, research, and wise use of natural and economic resources with the goal of achieving an improved quality of life for the community and future generations through sustainable initiatives. For more information contact us at ctownenviro@gmail.com
Our Goals
- Improve Chestertown’s natural environment through the incorporation of sustainable best practices for the Town’s land use and management, stormwater infrastructure, watershed stewardship, and tree canopy.
- Strengthen the Town’s economy through initiatives that foster sustainable business practices, reinvestment in vacant storefronts, and green purchasing policies.
- Encourage healthy living for the Town’s populace through the expansion of parks, walking trails, bicycle lanes, and wellness programs.
- Reduce the Town’s carbon footprint through the expanded use of alternative energy systems, energy-saving practices, and recycling programs.
A Vision to Reduce Waste in Chestertown
- Vision, Goals, and Suggested Tactics based on community feedback collected throughout 2016-2017 environmental events
- The Plastic Straw Petition advocating for reduced use of straws garnered 176 signatures during December 2017.
Quick Resources
- Meet the Environmental Committee
- Chestertown Recycling Report
- Browse our Video Library