NS.2.1.AAnalyze opportunities for open space preservation, enhancement, and acquisition of private parcels with high natural and recreational values along coastlines and wetlands.

Coastlines and wetlands provide natural protection against storms and flooding while supporting biodiversity, recreation, and local economic value. This action evaluates opportunities to preserve, enhance, or acquire private parcels with high natural and recreational value along these sensitive areas. Protecting strategic parcels can prevent future development in high-risk zones, maintain public access, and preserve ecosystems that buffer climate impacts. Success looks like a prioritized list of parcels and strategies (easements, partnerships, acquisition), increased protected acreage in vulnerable coastal/wetland areas, and stronger long-term resilience through conserved natural systems.