Recreation & Conservation Commission

Overview

The Westbrook Recreation & Conservation Commission protects and promotes green spaces large and small. Its mission is to connect people to the outdoors, in order to:

  • Enhance the cultural and civic well-being of residents
  • Increase the public’s awareness of our city’s outstanding natural resources
  • Provide recreation for Southern Maine for all ages, at every level

See Sections 7-16 through 7-21 of the Westbrook Code of Ordinances for more information. 

This is a seven-member commission (seven voting members, with three associate members), with members appointed by the Mayor and approved by City Council. 

Westbrook Recreation and Conservation Commission 2021 - 2024 Strategic Plan

Members

Position Name Term Expires
Voting Member Paul Drinan 12/31/2024
Voting Member Nathaniel Dyer 12/31/2023
Voting Member Matthew Brunner 12/31/2022
Voting Member Warren Lain 12/31/2022
Voting Member Bruce Wallingford 12/31/2023
Voting Member Kevin Price 12/31/2023
Voting Member Amanda Lessard 12/31/2024
Associate Member Andrew Krantz 12/31/2023
Associate Member Kristina Yurko 12/31/2023
Associate Member Alex Harriman 12/31/2022

Meetings

Recreation & Conservation Commission meetings are held at 6pm every third Thursday of the month. Meetings are held at the Westbrook Community Center (426 Bridge Street, Westbrook). 

Serving Your Community

Westbrook is a welcoming and inclusive community, and we recognize that a wide array of opinions, backgrounds, and representation in local government improves quality of life for our citizens. We continually seek membership on our boards, commissions, and committees that reflects the diversity of our community. 

All interested applicants (both new applicants and those seeking to renew their appointments) must complete the Application for Membership to a Board, Commission, or Committee. Please contact the City Clerk's Office at 207-591-8131 for assistance.