Conservation & Agriculture Commission

The Conservation and Agriculture Commission (CAC) meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm. in the Adella G. Urban Administrative Offices Conference Room. The Commission is made up of seven (7) members and operates in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes Section 7-131a with respect to the development and conservation of natural resources, including water resources, within the Town. In addition to its conservation functions, the Conservation and Agriculture Commission may advise the Board of Selectmen in respect to the importance and promotion of Agriculture in the Town. 

Within a short drive from any point in Columbia, residents can access an entrance to a public walking trail and enjoy the solitude and serenity of a walk in the country. For more information on Columbia's public trails, please click here to find out more.

Members Term Address Phone Office
(D) Ann Dunnack, Chair 12/07/21 - 11/24/25 103 Lake Road 860-228-3992 860-228-0440
(U) Christopher Tolsdorf 12/07/21 - 11/24/25 104 Hunt Road 860-228-4081 860-228-0440
(D) Thomas McGrath 12/07/21 - 11/24/25 26 Lake Ridge Drive 860-228-4873 860-228-0440
(U) Jason Arico 12/07/21 - 11/24/25 102 Lake Rd. 860-899-6820 860-228-0440
(D) Susan Mitchell 03/1/22 - 11/24/25 448 Route 87   860-228-0440
(U) Brandon McClean 07/19/22 - 11/24/25 54 Route 66 East   860-228-0440
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