New Jersey § 13:1l-17

§ 13:1l-17.

There is established in the Division of Parks and Forestry in the Department of Environmental

Protection, under the supervision of the State Forester, the “New Jersey Shade Tree

and Community Forestry Program,” the purposes of which shall be to: a. Assist local governments and shade tree commissions in establishing and maintaining

community forestry programs and in encouraging persons to engage in appropriate and

approved practices with respect to tree management and care; b. Advise local governments and shade tree commissions in the development and coordination

of policies, programs and activities for the promotion of community forestry; c. Provide grants to local governments and shade tree commissions applying for assistance

in the development and implementation of a comprehensive community forestry plan approved

pursuant to section 7 of P.L.1996, c. 135 ( C. 13:1L-17.7 ), to the extent monies are appropriated or otherwise made available therefor; d. Educate citizens on the importance of trees and forests and their role in the maintenance

of a clean and healthy environment; e. Provide technical assistance, planning and analysis for projects related to community

forestry; f. Provide training assistance to local governments and shade tree commissions regarding

community forestry issues such as tree diseases, insect programs and tree planting

and maintenance; and g. Provide volunteer opportunities for the State's citizens and organizations interested

in community forestry activities.