The Milton Equestrian Committee, appointed by the mayor and council to advise on equestrian and agricultural matters, met on Wednesday to discuss incentives for keeping large lots intact, especially those used by horse farms. The meeting took place at City Hall’s Council Chambers at 6:30 p.m. and was also available to the public via livestream, according to the City of Milton.
At the first assembly of the year, the committee elected its new chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary for 2025. After that, city staff from the Community Development Department presented a proposal to encourage owners of 3-acre or larger properties to avoid subdividing. The goal is to balance the preservation of green spaces and rural traditions with the demand for development, as reported by the City of Milton.
At the meeting on Wednesday, plans for a new Eagle Scout project at Birmingham Park, a 200-acre greenspace popular with the equestrian community, were presented. The meeting also covered Conservation Use Valuation Assessments property tax reduction application and updates to the "farm census," reflecting the city's agricultural focus. The next meeting is set for February 12, with ongoing discussions impacting local equestrian and farming communities. Meeting details were shared on the City of Milton's website for transparency.
