Open Space Committee

(a subcommittee of the Upton Conservation Commission)

Sweetwilliams Farm(North Street) - The committee is actively pursuing preservation of this 92 acre historic farm

Mission Statement

Upton's Open Space Committee is dedicated to protecting our town's quality of life by preserving its open spaces, its natural resources, its historic treasures and its small town character.

To increase awareness and enjoyment of Upton's protected lands and natural resources and to educate the public on open space issues.
To work with public officials and private land owners to identify opportunities for open space management, protection or acquisition.
To help the town develop bylaws, regulations and planning strategies to preserve open space, enhance natural habitats and to ensure that rapid development doesn't overburden town services or town taxpayers.

For a description of Upton Conservation areas and trail maps click here.

For the most recent Town of Upton Open Space map click here.

Mike Penko (Chair)
Tom Dodd
Scott Heim
Rick Holmes (CPA committee representative)

Marcella Stasa

Bill Taylor

By phone: Messages for the committee can be left with Debbie Sexton, the Conservation Commission Administrative Assistant, at 508-529-6286.

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