Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month minus December. The EAC was formed at a Board of Selectmen meeting on June 16, 2015. This committee takes over the duties of the dissolved Solid Waste/Recycling Advisory Commission (SWRAC). Detailed mission and vision statements are provided below. Some examples of projects the committee will get involved in are recycling grants/initiatives and the Eversource Clean Energy Community Program. The committee roster, special meeting schedule and meeting minutes are listed below.

EAC Mission Statement:

"Recognizing that quality of life is linked to a healthy environment, the EAC will work to protect and sustain Columbia's water sources, soil and air by reducing human impact. The EAC will discourage the use of hazardous materials and products but also encourage their proper disposal. The EAC will increase awareness and education of the public on environmental topics and best practices."

EAC Vision Statement:

"Columbia strives to become a sustainable community of energized citizens and businesses motivated to conserve and enhance natural resources through comprehensive, innovative and measurable policies, programs and outreach activities."

Roster: