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NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-36 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-36 - Findings, declarations, determinations relative to sale, use, burning of creosote.

13:1K-36 Findings, declarations, determinations relative to sale, use, burning of creosote.  1. The Legislature finds and declares that creosote, commonly used as a wood preservative to repel insects and prevent rot and water damage of wood and wooden structures, is a hazardous substance, is recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as a carcinogen and regulated as a restricted-use pesticide, and is composed of over 300 chemicals known to pose a threat to the environment and human health; that leakage of creosote from industrial and other hazardous waste sites and seepage from in-use creosote-treated wood have led to the contamination of soil and groundwater; and that ingestion of water, plant material, or animal tissues contaminated with creosote or absorption of creosote through the skin may result in skin irritation, chemical burns, convulsions and mental confusion, liver or kidney disease, damage to the nervous or reproductive systems, development of skin cancer, or, in extreme cases, death.  The Legislature therefore determines that it is in the public interest to prohibit the sale, use, and burning of creosote and creosote-treated wood products. L.2007, c.113, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-37 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-37 - "Creosote," "utility company" defined.

13:1K-37 "Creosote," "utility company" defined.  2. As used in this act: "Creosote" means the substance produced by the high temperature treatment of coal tar and used primarily as a wood preservative. "Utility company" means any public utility company as defined by R.S.48:2-13. L.2007, c.113, s.2.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-38 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-38 - Sale, use of certain creosote products prohibited.

13:1K-38 Sale, use of certain creosote products prohibited.  3. On or after July 1, 2007 neither creosote nor any wood or other product treated with or containing creosote shall be sold, offered for sale, or used in this State. Nothing in this section shall prohibit the removal, demolition or repair of existing structures that contain products treated with or containing creosote. L.2007, c.113, s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-39 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-39 - Burning, disposal of certain creosote products prohibited.

13:1K-39 Burning, disposal of certain creosote products prohibited.  4. On or after July 1, 2007 neither creosote nor any wood or other product treated with or containing creosote shall be burned in any manner in this State, including in fireplaces and stoves, or shall be disposed of in this State, except in a landfill properly lined to prevent groundwater contamination. L.2007, c.113, s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-40 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-40 - Inapplicability of act.

13:1K-40 Inapplicability of act.  5. The provisions of this act shall not apply to: a. the operation, use or maintenance of railroad and railroad shipping facilities, including but not limited to, the right of way, tracks, track siding, team tracks and bridges; or b. the operation, use or maintenance of any new or existing power pole or facility owned or used, in whole or in part, by any utility company. L.2007, c.113, s.5.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-41 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-41 - Violations, penalties, civil actions.

13:1K-41 Violations, penalties, civil actions.  6. a. Any person who violates this act shall be subject to a civil penalty of $500 for the first offense and $1,000 for the second or subsequent offense, to be collected in a civil action by a summary proceeding under the "Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999," P.L.1999, c.274 (C.2A:58-10 et seq.). If the violation is of a continuing nature, each day during which it continues shall constitute an additional, separate and distinct offense. b. The Department of Environmental Protection may institute a civil action for injunctive relief to enforce this act and to prohibit and prevent a violation of this act, and the court may proceed in the action in a summary manner. L.2007, c.113, s.6.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1K-42 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1K-42 - Rules, regulations; temporary waivers.

13:1K-42 Rules, regulations; temporary waivers.  7. a. The Department of Environmental Protection shall adopt, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), rules and regulations, as appropriate, to implement the provisions of this act.  b. The department shall have the authority to temporarily waive the provisions of this act on a case by case basis if it is determined by the department to be necessary to meet the construction and reconstruction need as a result of a declared state of emergency. The waiver, once granted by the department, shall expire within one year after receipt of the waiver. L.2007, c.113, s.7.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-1 - Short title

13:1L-1. Short title  This act shall be known and may be cited as the "State Park and Forestry Resources Act." L.1983, c. 324, s. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-2 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-2 - Legislative findings and declarations

13:1L-2. Legislative findings and declarations  The Legislature finds and declares that the acquiring, planning, designing, developing, operating and managing of the State parks and forests is in the best interest of the citizens of this State and that the provision of recreational programs to all segments of the public enhances the public health, prosperity and general welfare and is a proper responsibility of the State. The Legislature further finds and declares that forested lands in the State should be managed to maximize the public benefit from the State's forest resources. L.1983, c. 324, s. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-3 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-3 - Definitions.

13:1L-3 Definitions.  3. For the purposes of this act: "All-terrain vehicle" means the same as the term is defined pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1). "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Environmental Protection. "Department" means the Department of Environmental Protection. "Dirt bike" means any two-wheeled motorcycle that is designed and manufactured for off-road use only and that does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or United States Environmental Protection Agency on-road emissions standards. "Forest resources" means those renewable products and reusable resources of all forest lands in the State, including but not limited to trees, timber, shrubs, and other vegetation, and the value of forest lands relating to recreation, wilderness appreciation, aesthetic appeal, and soil fertility. "Green Acres program" means the program for the purchase of land for recreation and conservation purposes pursuant to P.L.1961, c.45 (C.13:8A-1 et seq.), P.L.1971, c.419 (C.13:8A-19 et seq.), P.L.1975, c.155 (C.13:8A-35 et seq.), any Green Acres bond act, and P.L.1999, c.152 (C.13:8C-1 et seq.). "Recreational activities" includes, but is not limited to, fresh and salt water swimming, water skiing, boating and fishing, ice skating, snow skiing, camping, trail hiking, horseback riding, picnicking, bicycling, court and field games, track and field events, birdwatching, playground activities, and golf. "Snowmobile" means the same as the term is defined pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-1). "State parks and forests" means all State owned or leased lands, waters and facilities administered by the Department of Environmental Protection, including, but not limited to, parks, forests, recreational areas, marinas, historic sites, burial sites, and natural areas, but not including wildlife management areas or reservoir lands. L.1983, c.324, s.3; amended 2009, c.275, s.35.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-4 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-4 - Powers

13:1L-4. Powers  The department shall acquire, plan, design, construct, operate and maintain State parks and forests and shall have the power to: a. Install permanent improvements for the health and comfort of the public; b. Install permanent improvements for the protection, development or maintenance of lands or properties; c. Acquire, lay out, construct and maintain roads and trails: (1) over the State park and forest lands and acquire lands; (2) between or connecting any separate portions of such lands; (3) from points on such land up to, but not including, other public roads outside of and adjacent to such lands; d. For the purposes of this section, acquire rights of way upon and across any intervening lands; e. Vacate and close any municipal street or any portion of a municipal street that is solely bordered by State property when closure is necessary to protect the public interest; f. Sell or exchange forest products or products reasonably related to recreational activities on State park and forest land. L.1983, c. 324, s. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-5 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-5 - Duties

13:1L-5. Duties  The department shall: a. Provide recreational activities and programs within State parks and forests for the benefit of the State's citizens; b. Strive to provide recreational opportunities to all segments of the State's population and may provide transportation for urban residents to the State parks and forests; c. Conduct and promote cultural activities, such as plays, movies and exhibits, at State parks and forests and at other locations throughout the State; d. Prepare and implement a master plan and a management plan for each State park and forest. L.1983, c. 324, s. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-5.1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-5.1 - Duties of commissioner relative to designation of sites.

13:1L-5.1 Duties of commissioner relative to designation of sites.  38. a. Within three years after the date of enactment of P.L.2009, c.275 (C.39:3C-3.1 et al.), the Commissioner of Environmental Protection shall: (1) designate and make available three sites on State-owned land for the use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes, one each in the northern, central, and southern part of the State; and (2) adopt, pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), rules and regulations governing the use of the sites designated pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection. These rules and regulations shall seek to minimize any detrimental effects on the environment that may be caused by snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes, and shall protect public safety. b. In designating the sites for the use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes pursuant to subsection a. of this section, the commissioner shall determine the most suitable location for the sites. The preferred location shall be on lands that are not State parks and forests, wildlife management areas, or reservoir lands. The commissioner shall consider: impacts to wildlife, biota, natural resources and forest resources, and water quality; the potential impacts on other authorized recreational activities that occur within State parks and forests, wildlife management areas, and reservoir lands; and public safety. c. The sites designated pursuant to subsection a. of this section may be the same sites as the commissioner may designate pursuant to section 14 of P.L.1973, c.307 (C.39:3C-14). d. If the commissioner is unable to designate and make available three sites for the use of snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, and dirt bikes pursuant to subsection a. of this section, the commissioner shall submit a report to the Governor and, pursuant to section 2 of P.L.1991, c.164 (C.52:14-19.1), to the Legislature detailing the reasons why sites have not been designated. L.2009, c.275, s.38.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-6 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-6 - Grant of authority to operate facilities for private profit; acquisition of interest in lands

13:1L-6. Grant of authority to operate facilities for private profit; acquisition of interest in lands  a. Notwithstanding any other law, rule or regulation to the contrary, the department shall have the authority to grant such rights or privileges to individuals or corporations for the construction, operation and maintenance for private profit of any facility, utility or device upon the State parks and forests, lands and waters as the department shall find necessary and proper for the use and enjoyment of the lands by the public. Such rights and privileges shall include, but not be limited to, concessions, franchises, licenses, permits and other rights and privileges deemed by the department to be appropriate in the utilization of the lands for the public benefit. The grant or award of such rights or privileges shall be made in the name of the State of New Jersey and executed by the department, at such price and upon such terms and conditions as shall be fixed by the department. b. The department shall have the authority to acquire rights and privileges in lands owned by individuals or corporations where the department deems it necessary or useful, for the proper implementation of the provisions of this amendatory and supplementary act, that an interest in such lands be acquired. Such rights and privileges shall include, but not be limited to, leases, licenses, concessions, franchises and permits. Any rights or privileges acquired hereunder and the considerations therefor shall be subject to terms and conditions fixed by the department. L.1983, c. 324, s. 6, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-7 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-7 - Powers of department

13:1L-7. Powers of department  7. a. For the purposes of acquiring, holding, managing or developing lands or other properties for a State park or forest, the department shall have the power to enter, inspect, survey, investigate ownership and take title to, in fee or otherwise, by purchase, gift, devise, exchange, or eminent domain, any appropriate lands of the State that would be useful as a State park or forest. b. The power of eminent domain shall extend to all rights, interests and easements in any property in the State. c. The department shall exercise its power of eminent domain in accordance with the "Eminent Domain Act of 1971," P.L.1971, c.361 (C.20:3-1 et seq.) and section 28 of P.L.1999, c.152 (C.13:8C-28). d. Whenever the department wishes to acquire, by eminent domain, title to unoccupied lands and it appears that such title may be defective in any manner, the department may, with the consent of the Attorney General, acquire the best available title, notwithstanding that such title is defective or incomplete. e. For purposes of P.L.1983, c.324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.), the department may acquire by gift, grant or by payment of tax lien any municipal lands that have been acquired by the municipality through the foreclosure of a tax lien pursuant to chapter 5 of Title 54 (Taxation). f. (Deleted by amendment, P.L.1999, c.152). g. No title or interest in any of the lands or properties acquired or held by the department for the purposes of P.L.1983, c.324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.) shall be subject to be taken by condemnation proceedings through the power of eminent domain. L.1983,c.324,s.7; amended 1989, c.347; 1999, c.152, s.49.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-8 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-8 - Authority to exchange lands

13:1L-8. Authority to exchange lands  8. The department shall have the authority to sell, lease or exchange any lands or any interest therein, except those lands or interests acquired pursuant to the Green Acres program, for the acquisition of any other lands or interests therein for incorporation into the State park and forest system. Any such sale, lease or exchange shall be executed in accordance with P.L.1993, c.38 (C.13:1D-51 et al.).  L.1983,c.324,s.8; amended 1993,c.38,s.8.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-9 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-9 - Closing of park; removal of persons

13:1L-9. Closing of park; removal of persons  The department may close a State park or forest or may remove any person from a State park or forest without legal procedure if the department determines that it is in the interest of the State to do so. L.1983, c. 324, s. 9, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-10 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-10 - Destruction of park property, archaeological findings, sites prohibited.

13:1L-10 Destruction of park property, archaeological findings, sites prohibited.  10. a. (1) Except as may be provided pursuant to subsection c. or subsection d. of this section, no person may alter, deface, destroy, disturb, or remove any State park or forest property, whether man-made or natural, or any animal, or any archaeological findings on State park or forest property or which are held by the department pursuant to the provisions of P.L.1983, c.324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.), without the written permission of the department. As used in this section, "archaeological findings" shall include, but need not be limited to, relics, objects, fossils, or artifacts of an historical, prehistorical, geological, paleontological, archaeological or anthropological nature. (2) No person may sell, transfer, exchange, transport, purchase, receive or offer to sell, transfer, exchange, transport, purchase or receive any archaeological findings originating in a State park or forest property without the written permission of the department. b. No person may litter or abandon any material on State park or forest property held pursuant to the provisions of P.L.1983, c.324 (C.13:1L-1 et seq.). c. The department shall provide for exceptions to the prohibitions concerning archaeological findings set forth in subsection a. of this section for archaeological findings of de minimis value innocently discovered on any State park or forest property. d. No provision of this section shall be construed to restrict or affect in any way fishing, hunting, trapping, or other such activities or related activities otherwise authorized or permitted on State park or forest property by the Department of Environmental Protection. e. Notwithstanding any provision of this section to the contrary, examination or retrieval of artifacts, or scientific research, conducted by a State department, agency, commission, authority or corporation otherwise required or permitted by federal or State law are exempt from the provisions of this section. L.1983,c.324,s.10; amended 2004, c.170, s.2.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-11 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-11 - Shooting or trapping of birds at High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial prohibited; preservation of Island Beach State Park.

13:1L-11 Shooting or trapping of birds at High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial prohibited; preservation of Island Beach State Park.  11. a. In specific regard to High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial, the department shall not allow the shooting or trapping of birds on park grounds, other than that of vermin, and then only by authorized representatives of the State. b. As Island Beach State Park is a unique recreational resource and is highly valued for its topography, flora and fauna, it shall be preserved, maintained and improved in such a manner as the department determines will best perpetuate the present physical state. L.1983, c.324, s.11; amended 2019, c.99, s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-11.1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-11.1 - Findings, declarations relative to designating High Point State Park as High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial.

13:1L-11.1 Findings, declarations relative to designating High Point State Park as High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial.  1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. In 1918, the New Jersey Department of Conservation and Development proposed the creation "on the Kittatinny Mountains in Sussex and Warren counties a great forest park for the benefit of the whole people." b. In 1920, Director Alfred Gaskil of the Division of Parks and Forestry suggested "that the park be established as the State's memorial to its sons who had made the supreme sacrifice in the Great War." c. Colonel Anthony Kuser deeded his mountaintop summer estate at High Point to the State in 1923 for a public park and avian sanctuary. d. In November 1927, Colonel Kuser further donated $500,000 to erect a granite-clad obelisk on New Jersey's highest peak to honor the veterans of all wars. e. The High Point Monument was dedicated to the "Glory and Honor and Eternal Memory of New Jersey's heroes by land, sea, and air, in all wars of our Country" in June 1930. f. Although the High Point Monument is one of the most visible and best known landmarks in the State, and is a symbol of the State's parks and forests, the purpose for which it was built has diminished over time, and the surrounding park is only known by the name High Point State Park.  g. It is therefore appropriate to rename the entire park to match the honoring of veterans for which the iconic monument was dedicated, and thereby show respect to the men and women who have given their lives to protect this country. L.2019, c.99, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 13:1L-11.2 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 13 - Conservation and Development--Parks and Reservations|Section 13:1L-11.2 - High Point State Park designated as High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial.

13:1L-11.2 High Point State Park designated as High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial.  2. a. High Point State Park is designated as High Point State Park and New Jersey Veterans Memorial. b. The Department of Environmental Protection, through its Division of Parks and Forestry, shall alter its official publications to reflect this designation, and shall make expeditious efforts to replace any existing signs, advertisements, or any other public indicators of the park's name to reflect this designation.  L.2019, c.99, s.2.