Community Input on Future Use of Conservation Easement Land Survey

The Town of Fraser recently received a court ruling confirming that certain land will be protected as a conservation easement.

While the specific boundaries and allowances of the conservation easement have not yet been determined, the conservation easement area will be generally located west of Highway 40 and east of Old Victory Road.

Conservation easements permanently limit development on the land while allowing for uses that are consistent with conservation purposes.

The Town is seeking community input to better understand public perspectives related to the future use, access, and management of this conservation easement area.

This survey is intended to gather general feedback and does not represent a decision or commitment regarding specific uses. All responses will be considered as part of a broader planning and review process. The specific boundaries and allowances of the conservation easement will be determined through negotiations with the property owner or as ruled by the district judge.

1.What values do you feel are most important to consider for this conservation easement land? (Select all that apply)

Preservation of natural landscape

Wildlife habitat protection

Minimal human impact

Summer trail access for walking and biking

Winter trail access for cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and fat-tire biking

Educational or interpretive signage opportunities

Fenced off agricultural use (cows, horses, etc)

Unfenced agricultural use (haying operations)

Other (please specify)

2.How comfortable are you with public access on conservation easement land, if permitted under conservation guidelines?

3.Please share any thoughts, concerns, or ideas you would like the Town to consider regarding the future use or management of this conservation easement area.

5.Resident Status

Full-time resident

Second homeowner

Frequent Visitor

Other (please specify)