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NJ Calendar of Events
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Local Legacies - New Jersey
Desfile Hispano-Americano Del Estado de New Jersey (Hispanic State Parade of New Jersey) ... Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission's Folklife Program for New Jersey ... A New Jersey Snapshot: The Schiffenhaus Packaging Corp. ... [Read More]
NJ Tourism, New Releases 2002
Copyright © Sate of New Jersey, 1996 - 2005 New Jersey Commerce, Economic Growth & Tourism Commission P.O. Box 820 Trenton, NJ 08625-0820 ... njhome | my new jersey | people | business | government | departments | search ... Featured sections include "Shop 'Till You Drop," "New Jersey Golf Guide," and "101 Fun Things To Do" ... [Read More]
NJDEP Coastal Engineering
New Jersey's Shore Protection Program was created to provide for the protection of life and property along the coast, preserve the vital coastal resources of New Jersey, and maintain safe and navigable waterways throughout the State. Operating under the Office of Engineering and Construction within the Department of Environmental Protection's Natural and Historic Resources Group, the Bureau of Coastal Engineering is responsible for administering beach nourishment, shore protection and coastal dredging projects throughout the State. Additionally, the Bureau maintains the State's aids to navigation, provides 24-hour operation of the Raritan Bayshore Floodgate and is responsible for conducting storm surveys, damage assessments and emergency repairs for coastal storms impacting New Jersey. ... [Read More]
NJDEP - CMP - New Jersey Coast 2005
New Jersey's Coast 2005 follows the release of two federal studies characterizing the declining state of America's coastal resources. In April 2004, Commissioner Campbell circulated to the public a white paper outlining proposals to better protect the environment and economy of New Jersey's shore. Commissioner Campbell then convened public hearings to gather input on the proposals. Joining the Commissioner at these hearings were federal, state and local elected officials, environmental and shore advocacy groups, representatives from shore-based businesses and members of the general public. Following the hearings, the Commissioner worked with fellow cabinet members to draft recommendations that have been incorporated into New Jersey's Coast 2005. ... [Read More]
Senator Frank Lautenberg -- New Jersey
Wrote the law requiring states to regularly test recreational beach water quality to make sure a day at the beach doesn't result in a trip to the doctor. Wrote the law banning ocean dumping of sewage sludge. Wrote provision of Clean Water Act ending dumping of raw sewage in New York Harbor. Led efforts to ban oil and gas drilling off the Jersey Shore. Wrote the law that bans the dumping of plastics from ships into the ocean and restricts the dumping of other material. Amended the Water Resources Development Act to require the Corp of Engineers to use ships to clean up floating debris in New York Harbor. Secured funding to clean up New Jersey lakes, including: Cranberry Lake (Sussex County), Lake Sylvan and Strawbridge Lake (Burlington County), and Alcyon Lake (Gloucester County), Weequahic Lake (Essex County), and Lake Hopatcong (Morris County). Coauthored Oil Spill Pollution Act, to prevent and respond to oil spills. Secured funding to establish federal oil spill response te ... [Read More]
NJ Tourism, New Jersey Beaches
The possibilities are limitless. Swimming, bodysurfing, boogie-boarding … you name it. If a peaceful day by the ocean is what you seek, beaches from Sandy Hook to Cape May await. Singles and families can enjoy surfing, wind surfing, scuba diving, rafting and swimming. All 71 of New Jersey's shore towns have great accommodations and a wide range of activities. Children will delight at the rides and amusements in Point Pleasant Beach's family atmosphere. Wildwood, Ocean City and Seaside Heights are also known for their exciting amusement piers. For anglers, bikers and hikers, Island Beach State Park has it all. Cape May is truly for everyone. Its beaches, accommodations, shops and attractions are second-to-none. ... [Read More]
Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. - Sixth District of New Jersey - Home Page
New Jersey Lawmakers Warn of Provisions in Energy Bill Which Threaten Ban On Offshore Drilling - Belmar, N.J. - United States Senator Jon S. Corzine and Representative Frank Pallone Jr. (D-6th Dist.) today spoke out against pending federal legislation that would put at risk the 24-year-old moratorium on offshore oil or gas exploration off the Jersey Shore. More... ... Pallone Lauds House Committee and Administration for Moving Forward On Chemical Security - "I applaud the House Homeland Security Committee for today taking a long-overdue look at chemical plant security. This is one of the most critical public safety issues in many parts of the country, especially New Jersey, and we have waited far too long already to see congressional action. More... ... [Read More]
New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route (National Park Service)
The New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Route was established in 1988 "to provide for public appreciation, education, understanding, and enjoyment" of significant natural and cultural sites associated with the coastal area of the State of New Jersey. The Coastal Heritage Trail is divided into five regions linked by the common heritage of life on the Jersey Shore and Raritan and Delaware bays. Five themes define different aspects of coastal life: Maritime History, Coastal Habitats, Wildlife Migration, Historic Settlements, and Relaxation and Inspiration. The Maritime History, Coastal Habitats, and Wildlife Migration theme Trails are open to the public. The Historic Settlements and Relaxation & Inspiration themes are still under development. ... [Read More]
NJ Office of the Governor - Press Releases - Codey Announces Coastal Initiative to Strengthen Protections of the Jersey Shore at Shore Summit
Hosted by the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), the third installment of the Summit on the Shore was held at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, and brought together members of the tourism industry, local business owners and state and local officials to chart the course for the future of the Jersey Shore. Joining the Governor were Environmental Protection Commissioner Bradley M. Campbell, Community Affairs Commissioner Susan Bass Levin, Virginia S. Bauer, CEO and Secretary of the Commerce Economic Growth and Tourism Commission, Curtis Bashaw, Executive Director of CRDA, along with several other state and local officials. New Jersey has 127 miles of coastline along the Atlantic Ocean and 83 miles of shoreline along the Delaware and Raritan Bays. New Jersey’s coast is a diverse environment of natural resources with more than 50 species of fish and shellfish that are commercially and recreationally harvested. Expanding protection for New Jersey’s coast will not ... [Read More]
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