Marine & Environmental Affairs

The mission of the Department of Marine and Environmental Affairs is to provide services that protect the safety of people and vessels who use our waterways and waterside facilities, including our rivers, ponds, and lakes; to provide for the protection, preservation, enhancement and safe use of the Town's natural resources, including beaches, conservation lands, and preserved open spaces; and to address environmental issues that threaten or may negatively impact the health, welfare, and quality of life of our citizens.