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AR Code § 15-11-601 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 6 - Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission|§ 15-11-601. Creation — Membership

 (a)  (1) There is created the “Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission”, to be composed of nine (9) members appointed by the Governor subject to confirmation by the Senate.  (2) Two (2) members shall be appointed from each Arkansas congressional district and the remaining member shall be appointed from the state at large.    (b)  (1) The term of office of the initial members of the commission shall be determined by lot as follows:  (A) The term of office of two (2) of the initial members shall expire on January 14, 2003;  (B) The term of office of two (2) of the initial members shall expire on January 14, 2002;  (C) The term of office of two (2) of the initial members of the commission shall expire on January 14, 2001;  (D) The term of office of one (1) of the initial members of the commission shall expire on January 14, 2000;  (E) The term of office of one (1) of the initial members of the commission shall expire on January 14, 1999; and  (F) The term of office of one (1) of the initial members of the commission shall expire on January 14, 1998.    (2) All successor members, other than those appointed to fill unexpired terms, shall serve six-year terms to expire on January 14 of the sixth year.    (c) All vacancies shall be filled by appointment by the Governor and each appointment shall be subject to confirmation by the Senate.  (d)  (1) The Governor shall designate the member to chair the organizational meeting of the commission, at which meeting the commission shall select from its membership a chair, a vice chair, and such other officers as it determines appropriate.  (2) The officers shall serve as such for such period of time as determined by the commission.    (e) Before entering upon his or her duties as a member of the commission, each member shall take and subscribe and file in the office of the Secretary of State an oath to support the United States Constitution and the Arkansas Constitution and to perform faithfully the duties of the office upon which he or she is about to enter.  (f) Members of the commission shall serve without compensation for their service but may receive expense reimbursement and a stipend of eighty-five dollars ($85.00) per day in accordance with § 25-16-901 et seq.  (g) The Director of the Administrative Office of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission shall serve as ex officio Secretary of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission and shall have no vote on matters coming before the commission.
AR Code § 15-11-602 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 6 - Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission|§ 15-11-602. Administration office — Director — Duties

 (a) The Administrative Office of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission shall be located within the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.  (b) The Director of the Administrative Office of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission shall be employed by the Secretary of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.  (c) The director shall develop and administer all programs and projects of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission and perform such other duties that the secretary deems necessary and appropriate to foster and promote the awareness of all Arkansans as to the need to protect Arkansas's natural environment.
AR Code § 15-11-603 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 6 - Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission|§ 15-11-603. Powers and duties of commission

 The Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission shall:   (1) Be an official agency of the State of Arkansas authorized to accept and receive grants, moneys, equipment, material, and services and real and personal property donated, bequeathed, or devised for any purposes relating to the programs of the commission and not expressly designated for any other agency and to disburse and utilize such moneys and property for the purposes of this subchapter;  (2) Implement a statewide litter prevention program through the voluntary action of local communities and state and local governmental agencies;  (3) Educate Arkansas's citizens and community leaders as to the problem of litter and the need for recycling the state's resources;  (4) Encourage litter prevention;  (5) Encourage beautification projects;  (6) Increase awareness of litter law enforcement;  (7) Promote consumer awareness of recycling benefits;  (8) Assist communities in establishing the Keep Arkansas Beautiful system;  (9) Encourage educational programs in schools and elsewhere that support the goals of the commission;  (10) Serve in an advisory capacity to the Director of the Administrative Office of the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission and the Secretary of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism; and  (11) Cooperate with and support existing recycling, beautification, and litter control programs in the state.
AR Code § 15-11-701 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-701. Title

 This subchapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program”.
AR Code § 15-11-702 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-702. Findings

 The General Assembly finds that:   (1) Arkansas is a state of natural cultural and scenic beauty, natural resources, and wildlife;  (2) Enjoyment of the natural cultural and scenic beauty, the natural resources, and the observation of wildlife in Arkansas is a favorite pastime of many;  (3) There will be a positive impact on the physical, intellectual, and emotional development of our youth through enhanced access to the state's natural resources and wildlife by establishing wildlife observation trails in local communities;  (4) The potential for growth in the tourism sector of the economy through the development of wildlife observation trails is significant;  (5) The growth of the economy through the development of wildlife observation trails is “green growth” that is good for the environment;  (6) The development of wildlife observation trails is also good for encouraging and promoting a healthy lifestyle for our citizens;  (7) Wildlife observation trails rank high among the list of local amenities that an industry desires when it considers locating within the state;  (8) In permitted hunting and fishing areas of the state, the creation of wildlife observation trials can improve access to those activities; and  (9) The Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism and the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission are interested in continuing a Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program to ignite interest in the natural cultural and scenic beauty and natural resources of Arkansas and to promote economic development in a healthy and environmentally sound manner.
AR Code § 15-11-703 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-703. Definition

 “Wildlife observation trail” means a trail route designed to promote conservation and management of wildlife resources of the state and to promote tourism and economic development through the enjoyment, use, protection, and improvement of the natural resources of Arkansas.
AR Code § 15-11-704 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-704. The Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program

 (a) There is continued a program to be known as the “Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program”.  (b) The program shall be developed, implemented, and administered by the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism with the assistance of the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission.  (c) The purpose of the program is to:  (1) Increase public awareness of the conservation of wildlife and other natural resources;  (2) Utilize the natural beauty, natural resources, and wildlife in the landscape of Arkansas in a positive, healthful manner;  (3) Attract tourism and the tourism industry through the enjoyment and utilization of the wildlife observation trails; and  (4) Promote harmonious interaction between communities and industry and the natural environment.
AR Code § 15-11-705 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-705. Wildlife Observation Trails — Development

 (a) To accept a wildlife observation trail into the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program and be eligible to receive grant moneys under this subchapter, the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism shall require that the wildlife observation trail:  (1) Meet the criteria established by the department after consultation with the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program Advisory Board of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism. The criteria shall include without limitation:  (A) A right-of-way or easement for public use for a minimum period of ten (10) years;  (B) Trail operation and maintenance by a responsible organization for a minimum period of ten (10) years;  (C) Adherence to state trails standards and guidelines for the trail type designated;  (D) Location and design of the wildlife observation trail so that it is optimally attractive for wildlife observation;  (E) Readiness of the wildlife observation trail for public use; and  (F) Proper marking and signing;    (2) Conform to goals established in the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan or the Arkansas Trails Plan; and  (3) Promote tourism and economic development.    (b) When designating the grant recipients that are eligible for moneys under this subchapter, the department shall give more consideration to the location and design of a wildlife observation trail that:  (1) Is assessed to be a tourism attraction;  (2) Promotes economic development;  (3) Is designed to have particular appeal to youths for optimal wildlife observation; and  (4) Is designed to provide access for hunting or fishing activities.
AR Code § 15-11-706 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-706. Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program Advisory Board — Created

 (a)  (1) There is continued an advisory body to the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism to be known as the “Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program Advisory Board” to provide recommendations to the Secretary of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism and the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission to develop criteria to establish and fund the development and maintenance of wildlife observation trails through the distribution of grant moneys under this subchapter.  (2) The board is a voluntary board that consists of seven (7) members that are appointed by the secretary as follows:  (A) One (1) representative of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission;  (B) One (1) representative of the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission;  (C) One (1) representative of the Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association;  (D) One (1) representative of the Association of Arkansas Counties;  (E) One (1) representative of the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation;  (F) One (1) representative of the Arkansas Audubon Society, Inc.; and  (G) One (1) representative of the Arkansas Municipal League.      (b) The secretary shall:  (1) Assist the board in establishing criteria consistent with § 15-11-705 by the promulgation of rules in accordance with the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, § 25-15-201 et seq., for recommendation of a grant for the development of a wildlife observation trail in the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program; and  (2) Seek recommendations from the board for the selection of a grant recipient.    (c) The secretary shall consult with the Director of the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission to establish criteria for the development and maintenance of wildlife observation trails in the wildlife management areas that are managed by the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission.
AR Code § 15-11-707 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-707. Funding

 (a)  (1) The Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission agrees to make available an amount not to exceed one million dollars ($1,000,000) for fiscal year 2011-2012 for the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program for the development of wildlife observation trails under this subchapter from moneys that the commission has received from oil and gas leases in the Fayetteville Shale.  (2) The General Assembly recognizes that the agreement under subdivision (a)(1) of this section does not constitute:  (A) A mandate by the General Assembly;  (B) An appropriation of funds by the General Assembly; or  (C) A waiver or relinquishment by the commission of the authority vested in the commission under Arkansas Constitution, Amendment 35.    (3) Before moneys are distributed under this section, the commission shall retain the right to approve or disapprove the release of moneys.  (4) Future funding for the program is subject to the review under subdivisions (b)(2) and (3) of this section and shall be determined by and distributed from the availability of royalties from oil and gas leases in the Fayetteville Shale that the commission receives or from money from other sources.    (b)  (1) The Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism and the commission agree to execute a memorandum of understanding to delineate each party's participation, obligation, and cooperation in the program sufficient to fulfill the requirements of this subchapter.  (2) The subjects agree to review the memorandum of understanding under subdivision (b)(1) of this section every two (2) years to evaluate the effectiveness and success of the program and to reexamine the need for moneys to be made available to the grant recipients to fund the development and maintenance of wildlife observation trails.  (3) If both the commission and the department agree that the program meets or exceeds the purpose of the legislation or agree that to discontinue the program would result in an undue disruption of progress, then the parties shall reexecute a memorandum of understanding under subdivision (b)(1) of this section.    (c) An agreement for funding in a memorandum of understanding under subdivision (b)(1) of this section and a distribution of money under this section requires the final approval of the commission.  (d) The maximum grant amount for a single project funded under the program is one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) per year.
AR Code § 15-11-708 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-708. Grant distribution

 (a)  (1) A grant application under this subchapter that meets the criteria under § 15-11-705 shall be submitted to the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program Advisory Board by the Secretary of the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism for review and comment.  (2) The board shall recommend grants for approval by the secretary.  (3) The secretary shall designate the grant recipients that are eligible for moneys under this subchapter and notify the Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission of the grant recipients.    (b) The commission agrees to receive grant designations submitted by the secretary and approve distribution of moneys annually to eligible grant recipients in the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program as follows:  (1) A maximum of eighty percent (80%) of the moneys for grants for wildlife observation trail development to cities or counties; and  (2) A maximum of twenty percent (20%) of the moneys for grants for wildlife observation trail development to state agencies or nonprofit organizations.
AR Code § 15-11-709 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 7 - Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program|§ 15-11-709. Reporting

 (a) The Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission and the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism shall report the status of the Wildlife Observation Trails Pilot Program biannually to the Game and Fish/State Police Subcommittee of the Legislative Council and the Parks and Tourism Subcommittee of the Joint Budget Committee.  (b) The report shall address and evaluate whether or not the program as provided in this subchapter has been successful in creating new wildlife observation trails and stimulating economic growth.
AR Code § 15-11-801 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 8 - Arkansas Great Places Program|§ 15-11-801. Legislative intent

 (a) The General Assembly finds that:  (1) The State of Arkansas has a range of geographic and cultural diversity, stretching from the Ozark Mountains, to the Ouachita Mountains, to the Arkansas River Valley, to the Delta, and to the Timberlands;  (2) The economics of each of these geographic regions, encompassed in the four (4) congressional districts, provide different opportunities for their respective residents;  (3) A community, city, or nonprofit organization that has the organization in place, has the motivation, and has acquired a base of financial resources to move itself ahead in the search for visitors and potential investors should be provided additional finances and resources to set its community or city apart as an “Arkansas Great Place”; and  (4) Visitors and potential investors in the State of Arkansas should be given the chance to acquaint themselves with the communities and cities that are the “Arkansas Great Places” of each congressional area.    (b) The purpose of this subchapter is to create a system and resources for geographic and culturally diverse communities and cities to be recognized as Arkansas Great Places.
AR Code § 15-11-802 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 8 - Arkansas Great Places Program|§ 15-11-802. Arkansas Great Places Program — Creation

 (a) The Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism shall administer and establish the Arkansas Great Places Program to:  (1) Provide planning and financial assistance to eligible organizations for community development; and  (2) Combine resources of state government in an effort to showcase the unique and authentic qualities of communities, regions, neighborhoods, and districts that make those locations exceptional places to work and live.    (b) The Arkansas Economic Development Commission shall provide assistance to the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism in administering and establishing the program.
AR Code § 15-11-804 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 8 - Arkansas Great Places Program|§ 15-11-804. Selection for Arkansas Great Places Program

 (a)  (1)  (A) The Arkansas Natural and Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee shall select four (4) eligible organizations for participation in the Arkansas Great Places Program by July 1, 2012.  (B) An eligible organization selected for participation in the program under subdivision (a)(1)(A) of this section shall participate in the program for a two-year period.  (C) The committee shall select an eligible organization under subdivision (a)(1)(A) of this section from each of the four (4) congressional districts.  (D) Two (2) of the four (4) eligible organizations selected under subdivision (a)(1)(A) of this section shall be located in counties of twenty thousand (20,000) residents or fewer.    (2)  (A) After July 1, 2012, the committee shall select by July 1 of each even-numbered year no more than four (4) eligible organizations for participation in the program.  (B) An eligible organization selected for participation in the program under subdivision (a)(2)(A) of this section shall participate in the program for a two-year period.      (b) A member of the committee shall recuse from the consideration of an application for participation in the program by an eligible organization located in the county in which the member of the committee resides.  (c) The Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism shall work with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission to maximize grants awarded to participants in the program.  (d)  (1) When considering an application for a grant or other state funds, a state agency shall give additional consideration or additional points in the application of rating or evaluation criteria to an eligible organization that is a participant in the program.  (2) Subdivision (d)(1) of this section applies to applications filed within three (3) years of the eligible organization's selection as a participant in the program.
AR Code § 15-11-901 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development|Subtitle 1 - Development Of Economic And Natural Resources Generally|Chapter 11 - Publicity And Tourism|Subchapter 9 - Arkansas Arts and Cultural Districts Act|§ 15-11-901. Title

 This subchapter shall be known as the “Arkansas Arts and Cultural Districts Act”.