Lynne Girouard

Town of Sturbridge Open Space and Recreation Plan 2025-2035

The Town of Sturbridge's Open Space and Recreation Plan outlines a vision to preserve the town's small-town character through the protection of groundwater resources, critical habitats, and natural landscapes. It prioritizes maintaining and expanding diverse recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities, including new playgrounds, athletic fields, and swimming areas, alongside enhancing passive recreation. The plan also emphasizes natural resource protection, focusing on green corridors, BioMap core habitats, and critical landscape areas to address sustainability, climate change, and resiliency. Key challenges include balancing community needs with budget constraints and staffing limitations.