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2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:2-k - Duties of Commissioner.

12-A:2-k Duties of Commissioner. –
In addition to the powers, duties, and functions otherwise vested by law in the commissioner of the department of natural and cultural resources, the commissioner shall:
I. Represent the public interest in the administration of the department and be responsible to the governor, the general court, and the public for such administration.
II. Except as otherwise provided for in this chapter, have the authority to adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, necessary to assure the continuance or granting of federal funds or other assistance intended to promote library service, the arts, or historic preservation efforts not otherwise provided for by law.
III. Have the authority to establish a unit within the office of the commissioner to provide for internal department administrative functions, including financial, personnel, and other management functions.
IV. Have authority, with regard to the administration of RSA 19-A, and with the approval of a majority of the members of the New Hampshire state council on the arts as established by RSA 19-A:2, to:
(a) Accept gifts, contributions, and bequests of unrestricted funds from individuals, foundations, corporations, and other organizations or institutions for the purpose of furthering the educational objectives of the programs established pursuant to RSA 19-A.
(b) Make and sign any agreements and to do and perform any acts that may be necessary, desirable, or proper to carry out the purposes of RSA 19-A.
(c) Request and receive from any department, division, board, bureau, commission, or other agency of the state such assistance and data as will enable the commissioner to carry out properly the powers and duties under this chapter.
(d) Receive funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts under the National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities Act of 1965, and under such additional federal legislation and state appropriations as may be enacted.
(e) Allocate and disburse said funds by entering into contracts and agreements with any department, agency, or subdivision of federal, state, county, or municipal government or any individual, foundation, corporation, association, or public authority in order to carry out the purposes of RSA 19-A, subject to approval by the governor and council.
Source.
2017, 156:19, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:3 - Directors of Divisions.

12-A:3 Directors of Divisions. –
The commissioner shall nominate for appointment by the governor and council a director of forests and lands, a director of parks and recreation, a director of libraries, a director of arts, and a director of historical resources, each of whom shall serve, subject to the provisions of RSA 4:1, for a term of 4 years from the date of appointment and until a successor is appointed and qualified. Any vacancy in such office shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment. Directors of divisions shall be responsible for the administration and operation of their respective divisions subject to the supervisory authority of the commissioner as set forth in RSA 12-A:2.
Source.
1945, 184:1. 1953, 265:11. RSA 218:1, 3. 1961, 223:3. 1975, 146:2. 1999, 317:3, eff. July 1, 1999. 2017, 156:20, eff. July 1, 2017. 2018, 200:3, eff. July 1, 2018.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:4 - Salaries.

12-A:4 Salaries. –
The annual salaries of the commissioner of natural and cultural resources, and of the directors of the divisions, shall be as provided in RSA 94 as hereinafter amended.
Source.
1909, 128:1. 1925, 113:1. PL 19:33; 191:2. 1931, 91:2. 1935, 6:1. RL 27:40; 233:2. 1943, 39:3. 1950, 5, part 12:1, par. 1. 1951, 47:1. 1953, 265:1. RSA 12:1, 12; 162:1; 216:2; 218:2, 4. 1957, 241:1. 1959, 172:1. 1961, 223:3. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:4-a, 12-A:4-b - Repealed by 1995, 308:127, III, eff. July 1, 1995.

12-A:4-a, 12-A:4-b Repealed by 1995, 308:127, III, eff. July 1, 1995. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:4-c - Repealed by 2001, 158:109, I, eff. Dec. 28, 2001.

12-A:4-c Repealed by 2001, 158:109, I, eff. Dec. 28, 2001. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:4-d - Repealed by 1995, 308:127, IV, eff. July 1, 1995.

12-A:4-d Repealed by 1995, 308:127, IV, eff. July 1, 1995. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:5 - Repealed by 2020, 37:4, II, eff. July 29, 2020.

12-A:5 Repealed by 2020, 37:4, II, eff. July 29, 2020. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:6 - Repealed by 2020, 37:4, II, eff. July 29, 2020.

12-A:6 Repealed by 2020, 37:4, II, eff. July 29, 2020. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:7 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, VIII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:7 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, VIII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:7-a - Repealed by 2004, 2:7, eff. Mar. 5, 2004.

12-A:7-a Repealed by 2004, 2:7, eff. Mar. 5, 2004. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:8 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, IX, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:8 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, IX, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:8-a - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, X, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:8-a Repealed by 2017, 156:37, X, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:9-a - Director of Forests and Lands, State Forester; Initial Appointment and Tenure.

12-A:9-a Director of Forests and Lands, State Forester;  Initial Appointment and Tenure. –
I. There shall be a director of the division of forests and lands subject to the provisions of this chapter. The director's tenure and salary shall be as established in this chapter.
II. In addition to the title of director, division of forests and lands, said director shall also be entitled the state forester.
Source.
1975, 146:4, eff. July 25, 1975. 2017, 156:22, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10 - Director of Parks and Recreation.

12-A:10 Director of Parks and Recreation. –
There shall be a director of the division of parks and recreation subject to the provisions of this chapter. The director's tenure and salary shall be as herein established for the director of the division of parks and recreation. All of the powers, duties, and functions formerly performed by the director of recreation pursuant to any provision of the statutes shall henceforth be performed by the director of parks and recreation subject to the provisions of this chapter. Wherever reference is made to the director of recreation in any provision of the statutes it shall henceforth be construed to mean the director, division of parks and recreation, within the department of natural and cultural resources.
Source.
1961, 223:3. 2017, 156:23, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-a - Division of Parks and Recreation; Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties.

12-A:10-a Division of Parks and Recreation;  Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties. –
All of the functions, powers, duties, personnel, records, and property of the former division of parks are hereby transferred to the division of parks and recreation of the department of natural and cultural resources. Whenever reference is made to the division of parks in the statutes, it shall henceforth be construed to mean the division of parks and recreation.
Source.
1975, 146:5, eff. July 25, 1975. 2017, 156:24, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-b - Director of Parks and Recreation; Initial Appointment and Tenure.

12-A:10-b Director of Parks and Recreation;  Initial Appointment and Tenure. –
There shall be a director of the division of parks and recreation subject to the provisions of this chapter. The director's tenure and salary shall be as has been established in this chapter. All of the powers, duties, and functions formerly performed by the director of the division of parks pursuant to any provisions of the statutes shall henceforth be performed by the director of the division of parks and recreation subject to the provisions of this chapter. Wherever reference is made to the director of the division of parks, it shall henceforth be construed to mean the director, division of parks and recreation, department of natural and cultural resources.
Source.
1975, 146:5, eff. July 25, 1975. 2017, 156:25, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-c - Rewards.

12-A:10-c Rewards. –
The director of the division of parks and recreation may offer rewards for information leading to the recovery of stolen division property, or for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any person committing an act of vandalism or theft upon division property. All rewards offered under this section shall be subject to approval of the governor and council.
Source.
1992, 247:1, eff. July 12, 1992.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-d - Bureau of Historic Sites Established.

12-A:10-d Bureau of Historic Sites Established. –
There is established a bureau of historic sites in the division of parks and recreation of the department of natural and cultural resources. The chief supervisor of the bureau shall report directly to the director of the division of parks and recreation.
Source.
2007, 359:1, eff. Sept. 15, 2007. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-e - Duties of the Bureau of Historic Sites.

12-A:10-e Duties of the Bureau of Historic Sites. –
The bureau shall:
I. Define missions and goals for the state's historic sites and ensure accountability in the ongoing stewardship responsibilities for such sites.
II. Create a comprehensive and coordinated interpretive approach for the network of state historic sites.
III. Develop operating and management plans and policies specific to the state's historic sites.
IV. Enter into partnerships and provide effective management of partnerships with other agencies and "friends" groups connected to the state's historic sites.
V. Address the deferred maintenance of existing sites and develop a long-term maintenance plan for all state-owned historic sites.
VI. Develop sustainable funding mechanisms that include state funds, earned income, and foundation and private support.
VII. Build an operations team with cultural resource expertise and administrative, interpretive, and preservation experience.
VIII. Work collaboratively with the division of historical resources, in the management of the state historic sites and the development of interpretive and visitor programs for students and the general public that will build ongoing recognition and appreciation for the state's historic sites.
Source.
2007, 359:1, eff. Sept. 15, 2007. 2017, 156:26, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-f - State Historic Sites Fund Established.

12-A:10-f State Historic Sites Fund Established. –
I. There is hereby established in the office of the state treasurer a fund to be known as the state historic sites fund which shall be kept separate and distinct from all other funds. Such fund shall be the depository of all fees, rentals, revenue from operations and retail sales, net profit from concession operations, donations, gifts, and grants received from the bureau of historic sites pursuant to RSA 12-A:10-e. All moneys in such fund shall be nonlapsing and continually appropriated to the bureau of historic sites for the purposes set forth in RSA 12-A:10-e, including the principal and interest on any bonds which may be issued in the name of the state for the purpose of capital improvements to the state historic sites properties under the administration of the department of natural and cultural resources.
II. The bureau may institute a promotional program to solicit and receive any gifts, grants, or donations pursuant to its duties under RSA 12-A:10-e, and to deposit such gifts, grants, or donations in the state historic sites fund.
III. Notwithstanding the provisions of RSA 21-I:17-a, I, the director of the division of parks and recreation may make purchases using field purchase orders for expenditures of up to $2,000 for the bureau of historic sites operations and facilities using field purchase orders.
IV. The commissioner of the department of natural and cultural resources may transfer funds between and among the appropriations for the operation of the bureau of historic sites. The commissioner shall report annually 60 days after the close of each fiscal year to the fiscal committee of the general court and the governor and council all transfers accomplished under the provisions of this section. RSA 9:17-a and RSA 9:17-c shall not apply to this section.
Source.
2009, 242:2. 2010, 374:5. 2012, 247:5, eff. Aug. 17, 2012. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-g - Division of Libraries; Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties.

12-A:10-g Division of Libraries;  Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties. –
The division of libraries, with all of its functions, powers, duties, personnel, records, and property, is hereby transferred from the department of cultural resources to the department of natural and cultural resources. Whenever reference is made to the division of libraries in the statutes, it shall henceforth be construed to mean the division of libraries in the department of natural and cultural resources.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-h - Division of Libraries; State Librarian.

12-A:10-h Division of Libraries;  State Librarian. –
The division of libraries, which shall also be known as the state library, shall be under the supervision of an unclassified director of libraries, who shall also be known as the state librarian, and who shall be responsible for the following functions in accordance with applicable law:
I. Operating a state library in order to provide general and specific reference services, including, but not limited to, services designed to assist the general court and the judicial branch.
II. Operating the New Hampshire automated information system as provided for by RSA 201-A:22, I.
III. Promoting and coordinating a statewide library system.
IV. Providing for library services for persons with disabilities.
V. Otherwise administering the provisions of RSA title XVI.
VI. Administering, with advice of the state library council, all federal funds collected under RSA 201-A:13.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-i - Division of Arts; Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties.

12-A:10-i Division of Arts;  Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties. –
The division of arts, with all of its functions, powers, duties, personnel, records, and property, is hereby transferred from the department of cultural resources to the department of natural and cultural resources. Whenever reference is made to the division of arts in the statutes, it shall henceforth be construed to mean the division of arts in the department of natural and cultural resources.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-j - Division of Arts; Duties of Director.

12-A:10-j Division of Arts;  Duties of Director. –
There is hereby established within the department the division of the arts, under the supervision of an unclassified director of arts. The director of arts shall have either a masters degree in art administration and 3 years of experience in nonprofit arts administration or at least 5 years' experience administering a major arts organization or at least 5 years' experience in public administration of a major program within a local, state, or federal arts agency. The director of arts shall be responsible for administering the provisions of RSA 19-A, with the primary goal of supporting and promoting the arts in all of their manifestations.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-k - Division of Historical Resources; Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties.

12-A:10-k Division of Historical Resources;  Transfer of Functions, Powers, Duties. –
The division of historical resources, with all of its functions, powers, duties, personnel, records, and property, is hereby transferred from the department of cultural resources to the department of natural and cultural resources. Whenever reference is made to the division of historical resources in the statutes, it shall henceforth be construed to mean the division of historical resources in the department of natural and cultural resources.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-l - Division of Historical Resources; Director.

12-A:10-l Division of Historical Resources;  Director. –
There is hereby established within the department the division of historical resources, which shall also be known as the state historic preservation office, under the supervision of an unclassified director of historical resources. The director of historical resources shall be responsible for administering the state historic preservation program in accordance with RSA 227-C.
Source.
2017, 156:27, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:10-m - Repealed by 2018, 200:9, II, eff. July 1, 2018.

12-A:10-m Repealed by 2018, 200:9, II, eff. July 1, 2018. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:11 - Repealed by 1986, 202:29, I, eff. Jan. 2, 1987.

12-A:11 Repealed by 1986, 202:29, I, eff. Jan. 2, 1987. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:13 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XI, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:13 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XI, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:15 - Package Plan Programs.

12-A:15 Package Plan Programs. –
I. As used in this subdivision the following words and terms shall have the following meanings:
(a) "Voluntary corporation," a corporation organized under RSA 292, dedicated by its articles of agreement and bylaws to serve and promote the recreational interests of the state of New Hampshire or a section thereof and which may number among its members certain corporations actively engaged in developing and promoting recreational facilities in the state of New Hampshire.
(b) "Package plan program," a method of selling tickets by which the department of resources and economic development, in conjunction with a voluntary corporation, offers for sale to the general public interchangeable or reciprocal tickets for services and accommodations, or both, in connection with recreational facilities of both the state and the voluntary corporation or any of its members. The charges for services and accommodations when sold in this manner may be less than when sold individually.
II. The department of resources and economic development may participate in package plan programs with voluntary corporations as defined in this section, and businesses within the tourism industry. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, this participation may include entering into such agreements with voluntary corporations and businesses within the tourism industry as are in the best interests of the state, which agreements may relate to the development, promotion, administration, and sales of package plan programs. Such agreements shall permit the department of resources and economic development to provide to the voluntary corporation and businesses within the tourism industry a mutually agreed upon number of tickets or vouchers for tickets at a mutually agreed upon discounted rate in order to participate in the package plan program for promotional purposes or in lieu of dues to the voluntary corporation. Any revenue derived by participation in package plan programs payable to the department of resources and economic development in accordance with such agreements shall be deposited with the state treasurer in the same manner as regular ticket sales. The commissioner of the department of resources and economic development shall make annual reports on revenue derived from participation in package plan programs to the senate president, the speaker of the house, and governor and council by January 31 following the close of each fiscal year.
Source.
1967, 359:1. 1993, 358:13. 2012, 247:6, eff. Aug. 17, 2012. 2016, 207:5, eff. June 6, 2016.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:15-a - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:15-a Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:16 - Repealed by 1995, 308:127, V, eff. July 1, 1995.

12-A:16 Repealed by 1995, 308:127, V, eff. July 1, 1995. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:17 - Park Land in Town of Rye.

12-A:17 Park Land in Town of Rye. –
Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, the state shall not acquire, for the purpose of expanding or establishing any state park, any land in the town of Rye except land designated "tidal marsh" by the national cooperative soil survey unless a public hearing shall have been held in the town of Rye.
Source.
1971, 500:1, eff. July 6, 1971.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:18 - Coordination of Program.

12-A:18 Coordination of Program. –
The personnel administering the outdoor recreation planning program, under the direction of the commissioner of the department of natural and cultural resources, shall coordinate the planning program with federal, interstate, state, regional, county and local government agencies, conservation commissions and private organizations and individuals, including formal agreements and contracts as necessary, and, when possible, utilize data from these agencies, commissions, organizations and individuals for the purpose of providing supportive information in application for federal funds.
Source.
1976, 54:4, eff. July 1, 1976. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:19 - Definitions.

12-A:19 Definitions. –
In this subdivision:
I. "Therapeutic recreation" means those activities and resources which aid in promoting worthy use of leisure time, pursuit of happiness, and fullness of life. Therapeutic recreation includes the instruction necessary for the development of social and living skills, physical and mental health, and cultural development.
II. "Populations with special needs" means individuals with physical, mental, emotional and/or sensory disabilities that impair or cause a loss of recreational opportunities.
Source.
1979, 253:2, eff. July 1, 1979.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:20 - Repealed by 1995, 308:127, VI, eff. July 1, 1995.

12-A:20 Repealed by 1995, 308:127, VI, eff. July 1, 1995. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:21 - Duties.

12-A:21 Duties. –
The commissioner of natural and cultural resources is hereby authorized to establish a therapeutic recreation services program to serve the following purposes:
I. To investigate and identify the therapeutic recreational needs of populations with special needs throughout the state;
II. To collect, prepare and distribute therapeutic recreation resource material to populations with special needs;
III. To furnish advice and consultation to all citizens and groups, etc. on specific problems or activities concerning therapeutic recreation for populations with special needs;
IV. To advertise and promote therapeutic recreational opportunities for populations with special needs throughout the state and to support all local communities which provide recreation for citizens of populations with special needs;
V. To provide professional guidance to local communities and groups with special needs, in establishing, promoting, conducting and financing therapeutic recreation programs and facilities for populations with special needs;
VI. To provide information to all citizens and groups advocating the concept that individuals with special needs can live a meaningful life and utilize their skills and talents for the benefit of the community and themselves;
VII. To recruit and train local leaders in communities throughout the state in procedures necessary for therapeutic recreation programs;
VIII. To enhance and enrich the lives of individuals with special needs through organized recreation activities and promoting therapeutic recreation programs and opportunities for populations with special needs;
IX. To work with other state, federal, and local agencies and all private and public organizations and other recreation interests in the promotion and development and financing of therapeutic recreation programs and opportunities for populations with special needs; and
X. To coordinate efforts between county agencies, and local recreational departments within the same county to avoid duplication of services and to reinforce all therapeutic recreation efforts.
Source.
1979, 253:2. 1983, 422:10, eff. June 24, 1983. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:22 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:22 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:22-a - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIV, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:22-a Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIV, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:23 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XV, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:23 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XV, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:24 - State Ski Operations.

12-A:24 State Ski Operations. –
The director of parks and recreation shall be responsible for the management and operation of the state ski area at Cannon Mountain, as provided in RSA 216-A:2.
Source.
1989, 231:2. 1996, 210:2. 1998, 134:3, eff. June 10, 1998.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:25 - Mountain Manager.

12-A:25 Mountain Manager. –
The commissioner of natural and cultural resources shall appoint a mountain manager for Cannon Mountain, who shall serve at the pleasure of the commissioner. This position shall be an unclassified position.
Source.
1989, 231:2. 1998, 134:3, eff. June 10, 1998. 2016, 207:1, eff. June 6, 2016. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:27 - Field Purchase Limits.

12-A:27 Field Purchase Limits. –
Notwithstanding the provisions of RSA 21-I:17-a, I, the director of parks and recreation may make purchases by the use of field purchase orders for expenditures of up to $2,000 for the Cannon Mountain ski operations and facilities.
Source.
1989, 231:2. 1996, 210:3. 1998, 134:5, eff. June 10, 1998.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:28 - Transfers Authorized; Ski Areas.

12-A:28 Transfers Authorized;  Ski Areas. –
The commissioner of the department of natural and cultural resources may transfer funds for any specific purposes to funds for other purposes within and among the appropriations for the operation of Cannon Mountain. The commissioner shall report annually 60 days after the close of each fiscal year to the fiscal committee of the general court and the governor and council all transfers accomplished under the provisions of this section. The provisions of this section shall not be subject to RSA 9:17-a and RSA 9:17-c.
Source.
1991, 40:1. 1995, 308:50. 1998, 134:5. 2012, 247:7, eff. Aug. 17, 2012. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:29 - Rate Differentials.

12-A:29 Rate Differentials. –
The director, with the approval of the commissioner, may provide for differentials in rates, fees, and charges at state ski operations when the quality of a facility is poor due to such natural causes as inadequate snow, ice conditions, cold, rain, or other environmental or equipment problems or for the purpose of cooperative marketing or market experimentation.
Source.
1991, 40:1, eff. April 26, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:29-a - Lease Agreement; Terms.

12-A:29-a Lease Agreement;  Terms. –
The department of natural and cultural resources shall develop a lease agreement which shall include the following terms in the event that the state enters into an agreement to lease Cannon Mountain or Mount Sunapee ski area, or both:
I. The terms of the lease, including length, fee structure, methods used to determine the fee structure and to measure the amount of fees to be paid, and default conditions.
II. The assets that would be included in the lease, i.e. what is included in the lease and what is not, how these assets would be transferred or sold to the lessee, determination of the value of the assets, and requirements to regularly value the assets.
III. Investment requirements upon the lessee. The lease shall include provisions to ensure that the lessee shall prepare a master plan that fulfills an obligation to maintain and upgrade the assets on state land.
IV. Environmental regulations and controls including:
(a) Prototype regulations to preserve and protect state land which shall include but not be limited to:
(1) Soils;
(2) Water quality;
(3) Wetlands;
(4) Wildlife habitat;
(5) Scenic and aesthetic qualities; and
(6) Multi-seasonal recreational opportunities.
(b) Procedures to follow when the lessee requests a permit to replace major equipment (such as a lift) or expand the ski area, cut new trails, increase snowmaking, or alter master planning requirements.
V. (a) The role of the state in the on-going lease of the ski areas, including the state's regulatory authority and power.
(b) The establishment of a prototype commission to oversee and administer the lease.
(c) The operational responsibilities remaining with the state and how these responsibilities would interact with the lessee's responsibilities.
VI. The disposition of employees employed by the ski areas including:
(a) Transfers within the department or the state.
(b) Offering employees the option of being bought out.
Source.
1996, 258:1, eff. June 10, 1996. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:29-b - Cannon Mountain Advisory Commission.

12-A:29-b Cannon Mountain Advisory Commission. –
I. There is established an advisory commission which shall recommend capital improvements to the ski area and related state park facilities at Cannon Mountain.
II. The members of the commission shall be as follows:
(a) Three members appointed by the governor and council, each of whom shall have demonstrated a knowledge and capability in the field of ski area operations.
(b) Three members appointed by the president of the senate; one may be a member of the private sector and at least 2 shall be senators, one of whom shall be the senator representing the district in which Cannon Mountain is located.
(c) Three members appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; one shall be a representative from a district within the White Mountain region, one shall be a member of the house resources, recreation and development committee, and one may be a member of the private sector.
(d) The state treasurer, who shall serve as an ex officio member.
III. The commission shall elect a chairperson from its membership, and any other officers it deems necessary. The terms of the elected members of the commission shall be coterminous with their terms in office; the terms of all other appointed members shall be 3 years. In the event of a vacancy, a new member shall be appointed for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment.
IV. Members of the commission shall serve without compensation. Members shall receive mileage at the legislative rate when attending to the duties of the commission.
V. The commission shall make recommendations for capital improvements for the ski area and related state park facilities at Cannon Mountain to the commissioner of natural and cultural resources. The commission shall review the servicing of debt obligations relating to the Cannon Mountain capital improvement fund prior to making any such recommendations. Recommendations approved by the commissioner shall be submitted by the commissioner to the capital project overview committee. Recommendations approved by the capital project overview committee shall be submitted to the governor and council for final approval. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, recommendations may be implemented upon final approval, pursuant to solicited requests for proposals. Funding for capital improvements shall be from the Cannon Mountain capital improvement fund established by RSA 12-A:29-c.
Source.
1998, 134:11, eff. June 10, 1998. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017. 2023, 192:4, eff. Aug. 4, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:29-c - Cannon Mountain Capital Improvement Fund.

12-A:29-c Cannon Mountain Capital Improvement Fund. –
I. There is established a nonlapsing revolving fund to be known as the Cannon Mountain capital improvement fund in the department of natural and cultural resources. The revolving fund shall be used for capital improvements for the ski area and related state park facilities at Cannon Mountain.
II. All income from the lease of the state ski area at Mount Sunapee shall be deposited into the fund and may not be diverted for any other purpose.
III. The commissioner of natural and cultural resources shall submit a report detailing the activities of the revolving fund annually to the governor and council and the fiscal committee by January 31 following the close of each fiscal year.
Source.
1998, 134:11, eff. June 10, 1998. 2016, 207:3, eff. June 6, 2016. 2017, 156:14, I, eff. July 1, 2017.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:30 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVI, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:30 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVI, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:31 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:31 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:32 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVIII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:32 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XVIII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:33 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIX, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:33 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XIX, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:34 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XX, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:34 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XX, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:35 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXI, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:35 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXI, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:36 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:36 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:37 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXIII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:37 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXIII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:38 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXIV, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:38 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXIV, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:39 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXV, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:39 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXV, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:40 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVI, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:40 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVI, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:41-b - Repealed by 2019, 53:1, eff. Aug. 4, 2019.

12-A:41-b Repealed by 2019, 53:1, eff. Aug. 4, 2019. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:43 - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:43 Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVII, eff. July 1, 2017. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title I - The State and Its Government › Chapter 12-A - Department of Natural and Cultural Resources › Section 12-A:43-a - Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVIII, eff. July 1, 2017.

12-A:43-a Repealed by 2017, 156:37, XXVIII, eff. July 1, 2017. –