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Check back here periodically for the latest news and updates from the Land Trust Accreditation Commission.
In spring of 2021, the Commission released an updated version of the Requirements Manual and a document outlining the changes. Some of the changes begin to take effect in 2022. Each month we will be highlighting a change, why we made it and why it is important. This month we're looking at a new transaction requirement.
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The transaction requirements and accreditation application reference appraisals in two places: Project Due Diligence and Tax Deduction. While these appraisals can look very similar at a quick glance, they serve different purposes.
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Starting a conversation with your land trust board is a key step in preparing to go through accreditation renewal. You may have new board members or members who were not involved in your last application. As an organization with many priorities, starting a conversation about renewal early in the process will help you get organized and give your board a chance to understand the benefits of accreditation and prepare for the costs.
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In spring of 2021, the Commission released an updated version of the Requirements Manual and a document outlining the changes. Some of the changes begin to take effect in 2022. Each month we will be highlighting a change, why we made it and why it is important. This month we're looking at a new transaction requirement.
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In spring of 2021, the Commission released an updated version of the Requirements Manual and a document outlining the changes. Some of the changes begin to take effect in 2022. Each month we will be highlighting a change, why we made it and why it is important. Let's start with an update to the Finance section...
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The Commission is honored to announce that Dana Chabot and Robin Fitch have joined the board of commissioners. The Commission is governed by a diverse board of 18 volunteer commissioners involved in land conservation around the country. Dana and Robin bring with them years of knowledge and expertise in land trust work.
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Catch-up on the latest Accreditation Corner from the Land Trust Alliance's Saving Land magazine.Presumpscot Regional Land Trust’s Hawkes Preserve features trails that run alongside the Presumpscot River in Gorham, Maine.
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Have you ever wondered who the commissioners are and what they do? We caught up with Commissioner Tom Reed and asked him five questions about his experience as a volunteer commissioner and about his love of the land.
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There are a lot of great benefits to being an accredited land trust, including being eligible for a Terrafirma discount. Accredited land trusts receive an $11 per parcel discount. Check out how this discount can add up for your organization on Terrafirma's website.
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Have you ever wondered who the commissioners are and what they do? We caught up with Commission Chair Bruce Runnels and asked him five questions about his experience as a volunteer commissioner and about his love of the land.
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