The program was developed by Levinson in cooperation with the Board of Freeholders to dedicate portions of the county's open space tax fund for municipal open space programs. The concept of the county's program is similar to the state Green Acres program.
Municipalities apply to the county for funds to assist with their own municipal open space programs.
Each project is judged on its own merit and how it fits into the county's Open Space and Recreation Plan. Projects may be for the purpose of development or acquisition or both. The applications will be reviewed by a Steering Committee previously formed and recommendations for funding will be made.