The Committee is established to assist in the
protection, development and use of natural resources. In order to
carry out these purposes, the Committee shall have the following functions:
A. Promoting the conservation and careful management
of the natural resources of the Township.
B. Planning and implementing programs to educate the
public about local conservation programs and issues.
C. Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of the Township
natural resources, including all relevant mapping and documentation.
D. Assisting the Township Committee in maintaining an
up-to-date inventory of all open space and recreation areas, both
publicly and privately owned; investigating possible appropriate use
for publicly owned open space.
E. Assisting the Land Development Board in the latter's
duties and responsibilities, including input to the Master Plan and
long-range planning.
F. Rendering nonbinding opinions with respect to any
matter referred for review by the land Development Board within 30
calendar days of such referral.
G. Reviewing and making recommendations with respect
to all Environmental I Impact Reports filed by a developer with the
Land Development Board.
H. Acting as a clearinghouse and resource for the community
on local environmental issues.
I. Performing such other duties as directed by the Township
Committee.