Marina Vaz, Author at Conservation Law Foundation

Sep 22, 2026

Nashua Takes a Step Toward Better Sidewalks

Nashua residents helped secure $100,000 in dedicated sidewalk funding, a meaningful first step toward safer, more accessible ways to get around the city.

The Nashua River flows past the Main Street Bridge and historic downtown buildings along Nashua’s Riverfront in New Hampshire.

Jul 26, 2024

Progress Report: Victory for Nashua – Community Defeats Asphalt Plant

Newport Construction Company dropped its lawsuit challenging Nashua’s rejection of a proposal to build a polluting asphalt plant. Amid pushback from residents, government actors, and interested organizations, including CLF, the Nashua Planning Board pointed out that the plan was inconsistent with the community’s character. The company’s withdrawal means the city’s decision stands: Nashua has defeated the asphalt plant for good.