New Jersey § 40a:12-10

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:12-10, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40a:12-10.

a. A municipality may contract with another municipality, a municipal utilities authority,

or a school district for the purpose of acquiring land for recreation and conservation

purposes, provided that the transaction does not violate any federal or State law

and has a direct nexus to, and substantially furthers the core mission of, the respective

municipal utilities authority or school district. Title to any land so acquired shall be taken in the manner provided by agreement

between the participating entities. The expense of acquisition and maintenance of the land shall be divided in such

manner as the parties shall agree upon. b. Nothing in this section shall interfere with or limit the oversight authority of

any State agency over a municipal utilities authority or school district. c. For the purposes of this section, “ recreation and conservation purposes ” means the use of lands for beaches, biological or ecological study, boating, camping,

fishing, forests, greenways, hunting, natural areas, parks, playgrounds, protecting

historic properties, water reserves, watershed protection, wildlife preserves, active

sports, or a similar use for either public outdoor recreation or conservation of natural

resources, or both.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:12-10

What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:12-10 cover?

Section 40a:12-10 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite New Jersey § 40a:12-10?

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