§ 10.01. Legislative findings and declaration of intent. The legislature hereby finds and declares that the Hudson river area of New York state, which includes that area of the state adjacent to the Hudson river and extending from the Adirondack Mountains to the tip of Manhattan Island in the city of New York, is unique […]
§ 10.03. Definitions. Except as otherwise provided herein and unless the context shall otherwise require, as used in this article: 1. “Hudson river area” or “Hudson river valley” means the Hudson river and adjacent areas between the Adirondack Mountains and the tip of Manhattan Island in the city of New York. 2. “Institute” means the […]
§ 10.05. Institute for the Hudson River Collection; creation; board of directors; governance. 1. The Institute for the Hudson River Collection is hereby established under the jurisdiction of the New York state museum of the state education department. 2. The institute shall consist of fifteen members. Nine of such members shall be appointed by the […]
§ 10.07. Objectives. The Institute for the Hudson River Collection shall: 1. Take steps to develop, enhance, stimulate and facilitate public and private study and appreciation and interpretation of the heritage, legacy and patrimony of the Hudson river area. 2. Support research, publications, educational programs and artistic works interpreting the cultural and natural history of […]
§ 10.09. Reports. Not later than February first of each year the institute shall report to the governor and the legislature on the needs, opportunities and priorities for development of its programs.
§ 10.11. Assistance of other agencies. The institute may request and shall receive from any state agency or political subdivision of the state, and the same are authorized to provide, such assistance and information as will enable it to carry out its purposes and duties pursuant to this article.
§ 10.13. Additional considerations in fulfilling its responsibilities. In fulfilling its responsibilities under this article, the institute shall additionally: 1. Give consideration to the likelihood of any project undertaken to attract or enhance tourism through a greater appreciation of the artistic and cultural heritage of the Hudson river area. 2. Encourage the appreciation of the […]
