New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 7 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Chapter 5D - STATE TRAILS SYSTEM
Subchapter 2 - NEW JERSEY TRAILS COUNCIL
Section 7:5D-2.1 - New Jersey Trails Council

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 7:5D-2.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) The New Jersey Trails Council shall advise the Department on the designation of trails to the State Trails System and the management of the State Trails System.

(b) The Council shall consist of representatives from trail user groups, outdoor recreation and conservation organizations, and State governmental agencies. Members of the Council representing trail user groups and outdoor recreation and conservation organizations shall be appointed by the Commissioner and shall serve for a period of three years from the date of appointment and until their successors are duly appointed. Members of the Council representing State governmental agencies shall serve as ex-officio members, and shall be appointed by the Commissioner of their respective departments.

(c) The Council shall:

1. Provide a forum for the public to discuss issues related to the designation and management of the State Trails System or the contents of the Trails Plan;

2. Advise the Department on the establishment, development, and maintenance of scenic, recreation and connecting trails on lands owned by the Department;

3. Advise the Department on the trail development potential of proposed State acquisitions;

4. Review proposals for trail designation submitted by Federal or State agencies, local units, private organizations or persons and advise the Department on such proposals;

5. Periodically evaluate the Trails Plan and advise the Department on additions, deletions, and modifications;

6. Review trail proposals and funding allocations consistent with any Federal requirements for trail acquisition and management, and advise the Department on the results of its review; and

7. Encourage the development of trails throughout the State and provide information to the State and the public on trails issues of Statewide interest.

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