Citizens for a Sensible Solution is an unincorporated association of Strafford and Thetford residents committed to making sure the cleanup and restoration of the Elizabeth Mine site are proportional to the size of the problem and that the concerns of all affected members of the community are taken into account.

The Elizabeth Mine Non-Residential Property Owners are property owners who do not live on or near the site.

The Elizabeth Mine Residential Property Owners live at or near the mine site, and are concerned about the effects of Superfund on residents' homes and daily life. Health and safety issues, noise, traffic, dust, drinking water supplies and the general disruptions will affect us, our property values and our neighborhood for an indefinite period of time. Decisions about the final outcome of the clean up will permanently affect us.

The Elizabeth Mine Study Group is a largely volunteer effort by local citizens. It was formed in 1996 to restore the environmental health of the mine area and affected waters while preserving the mine's unique history. The Study Group has conducted studies and produced reports on the mine, and educates the public about and encourages their participation in the cleanup.

The Elizabeth Mine Survivors is a group of people who live on or near the mine site who have concerns about the health affects of the mine. The Survivors have been very active in raising health issues and ensuring that health considerations are a primary factor in choosing a cleanup alternative.

The Thetford Conservation Commission is a group of citizens appointed by the town selectboard to advise the board and the town on issues relating to the natural and environmental resources of Thetford. Efforts include the gathering of pertinent data, education, outreach and the support of local efforts to respond to pressing environmental matters.

The Thetford Selectboard is the governing entity for the town of Thetford.

The Strafford Historical Society is a nonprofit organization established for the purpose of "preserving the sites, records, relics and related materials pertaining to the history of the Town of Strafford." It was incorporated in 1955 and currently has about 160 members.

The Strafford Planning Commission reviews local development projects to ensure that all aspects of a project comply with local subdivision, transportation, safety and fire regulations. The Commission also is involved in town planning town and reviews building site plans.

The Strafford Selectboard is the governing entity for the town of Strafford.

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