The Wellesley Natural Resources Commission oversees the use, preservation and protection of the town’s parks and conservation areas, serves as tree warden, sets policies for insect control and pesticide use, and protects the town watershed areas. The Commission also appoints the Wetlands Protection Committee and Trails Committee.
To support its commitment to addressing Wellesley's vulnerability to climate change, the NRC has declared a climate emergency to increase awareness and promote action.
The Town of Wellesley has completed a Playing Fields and Outdoor Court Study. Working with Consultants from Weston and Sampson the study involved a comprehensive audit of the Town fields and courts, collection and analysis of field use data from local organizations and public survey data, . Thanks for everyone who participated.