A parcel of land in Ridgefield will be turned over to the jurisdiction of the Conservation Commission.  The Board of Selectmen discussed reasons for protecting the property at Turner Road and Barnum Place in perpetuity verses leaving it as is once the Town acquires it.  If not protected, the land could potentially be used for another purpose other than open space in the future.  It will be assigned to the Conservation Commission, contingent on the conveyance taking place and property ownership being given to Ridgefield.