54:4-3.63 - Legislative findings and declaration
54:4-3.63. Legislative findings and declaration
The Legislature hereby finds and declares that natural open space areas for public recreation and conservation purposes are rapidly diminishing; that public funds for the acquisition and maintenance of public open space should be supplemented by private individuals and conservation organizations; and that it is therefore in the public interest to encourage the dedication of privately-owned open space to public use and enjoyment as provided for in this act.
L.1974, c. 167, s. 1, eff. Dec. 9, 1974.