This resolution expresses the New Hampshire House of Representatives' strong opposition to the permitting of a landfill adjacent to Forest Lake State Park in Dalton, New Hampshire. Established in 1935, the park encompasses 397 acres and features a sandy beach along Forest Lake, making it a popular destination for various recreational activities such as swimming, picnicking, and boating. The resolution highlights the potential negative impacts of a landfill on public health, safety, and the environment, as well as the detrimental effects it could have on tourism and outdoor recreation in the region.
The resolution emphasizes that the risks associated with permitting a landfill near the park significantly outweigh any potential benefits. It calls on the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services to deny any landfill permits in the area, reflecting the general court's concern for the preservation of the park and its surrounding natural resources.