Under the authority of state legislation passed in 1971, municipalities in New York State may establish local conservation advisory councils and conservation boards. Article 12-F ยง 239-x is the enabling legislation.

The New York State Association of Conservation Commissions (NYSACC) was formed in 1971 to coordinate and support the work of municipal conservation commissions, conservation advisory councils and conservation boards and to stimulate the formation of additional commissions throughout the state.

In partnership with the New York State Association of Environmental Management Councils (NYSAEMC), NYSACC hosts an annual Conference on the Environment. The location of this Conference varies regionally throughout the State. A newsletter, NYSACC News, is published three times a year. It includes conservation commission activities, initiatives, projects, conservation information, and highlighted environmental events.

NYSACC provides:

  • Networking
  • Newsletter
  • Annual Conference
  • Scholarships
  • Awards
  • Website
  • Current Environmental Information