Part 8: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
Chapter 311: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
§3305. State Planning Office
1. Powers and duties. The State Planning Office shall:
A. Coordinate the preparation of policies to guide and carry forward the wise and coordinated development of the State's economy and its energy resources and the conservation of the State's natural resources. These policies and recommendations for implementation shall be submitted to the Governor and Legislature for their approval. They shall be developed in such areas as: Land use, natural resource development and conservation, public investment and taxation, energy resources and state regulatory policy.
The State Planning Office shall give the public full opportunity to participate in the formulation of these policies and these policies shall not be in direct conflict with adopted local and regional plans; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §8 (AMD).]
B. Provide technical assistance to the Governor and Legislature by undertaking special studies and plans, preparing or analyzing policy alternatives and identifying the immediate and long-range needs and resources to meet these needs in the areas of energy and natural resources and socioeconomics. The office shall prepare the plans and studies at the request of the Governor, the Legislature or interdepartmental committees, councils and task forces; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §9 (AMD).]
C. Conduct, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, continuing economic analysis of the economy and resources of the State, including economic forecasting, and collect and collate all pertinent data and statistics relating thereto and assist the Governor, the Legislature and the various state departments in formulating economic goals and programs and policies to achieve such goals. These data and statistics, including census information, shall be made available to the Legislature upon request.
(1) All state agencies shall cooperate with the State Planning Office with respect to the provisions of this paragraph.
(2) In implementing this paragraph, the State Planning Office may use secondary data made available to the office by other state agencies or other organizations; [1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §18 (AMD).]
D. Upon request provide technical assistance to local and regional planning groups in the fields of planning, public housing and urban renewal. The office shall make available to municipalities and regional planning agencies existing information from state agencies to be used in the development of comprehensive plans and land use ordinances. The director shall oversee delivery of technical assistance and resources to municipalities for the purpose of flood plain management activities and enhancing and expanding parks, open spaces and recreational opportunities as a part of comprehensive community development. Within available resources, the director shall provide technical assistance to municipalities and regional planning organizations in the development and implementation of local comprehensive land use plans and local building codes and those local building rehabilitation codes that are consistent with any model building codes adopted by the State; [2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD).]
E. Participate with other states or subdivisions thereof in interstate planning, and assist cities, towns, municipal corporations, counties and regional councils to participate with other states or their subdivisions in planning; [1985, c. 765, §2 (AMD).]
F. At its discretion, assist in planning and executing any public or private project involving grants or loans; advise, confer and otherwise cooperate with municipal planning boards, agencies, officials, civic and other groups and citizens in matters relating to urban renewal, zoning and planning relating to schools, housing, health, land use controls and other objectives; [1979, c. 127, §37 (RPR).]
G. As coordinating agency:
(1) Act as the coordinating agency between the several officers, authorities, boards, commissions, departments and divisions of the State in matters relative to the physical development of the State and review the proposals of those agencies in the light of their relationship to the adopted policies and incorporate such reviews in the reports of the office. Nothing in this section may be construed as limiting the powers and duties of any officer, authority, board, commission, department or political subdivision of the State; and
(2) Provide general coordination and review of plans in functional areas of State Government as may be necessary for receipt of federal funds; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §10 (AMD).]
H. Compile, analyze and maintain information useful to the development of industry in the State concerning resources, sites, space, equipment, adequate housing, contracts, materials, transportation, markets, labor supply, population trends and other economic considerations and shall measure and monitor economic distress and poverty in the State on an ongoing basis. The State Planning Office, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, shall study problems peculiar to the industry and economy of this State with a view toward the broader utilization of our natural resources, which studies must be advanced by coordination of research with existing private and governmental agencies and educational institutions, and may be advanced by contractual relations with persons or organizations equipped to conduct the needed research. The State Planning Office shall, upon request from the Governor or any state department, assist in the preparation of reports regarding the responsibilities and duties provided by this subsection, including regular analysis of poverty and economic distress. The State Planning Office shall coordinate its activities pursuant to this paragraph with the Bureau of Child and Family Services to meet the annual reporting needs of the bureau; [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §6 (RPR).]
I. [1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§12, 19 (RP).]
J. [1991, c. 528, Pt. E, §7 (RP); 1991, c. 528, Pt. RRR, (AFF); 1991, c. 591, Pt. E, §7 (RP).]
K. [1999, c. 336, §1 (RP).]
L. [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §3 (RP).]
M. Administer a program of training and certification for municipal code enforcement officers; [2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).]
N. Coordinate the development of solid waste management policy including:
(1) Collecting and analyzing solid waste management and recycling data from all available sources including commercial and municipal entities;
(2) Preparing a solid waste management and recycling plan to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature by January 1, 1998 and every 5 years thereafter; and
(3) Providing technical and financial assistance to municipalities in waste reduction and recycling activities; and [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §4 (AMD).]
O. Own, design, develop or operate, or contract with private parties to operate, a solid waste disposal facility, as provided in Title 38, chapter 24, subchapter IV. [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §10 (NEW).]
[ 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD) .]
2. Administrative responsibilities.
A. The State Planning Director is authorized to employ staff as described in section 3304, subsection 3. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
B. The State Planning Office, with the consent of the Governor, may employ such expert and professional consultants, and contract for such research projects, as it deems necessary within the limits of the funds provided and consistent with the powers and duties of the office. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
C. The State Planning Office is authorized and empowered to enter into such agreements with the Federal Government and other agencies and organizations as will promote the objectives of this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
D. Funds from the Federal Government or from any individual, foundation or corporation may be accepted by the State Planning Office and expended for purposes consistent with this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
The office may prepare and distribute printed and audio-visual materials on matters within its statutory jurisdiction. The director shall fix the prices at which publication of the office shall be sold or delivered. The office shall decide which publications shall be included and shall retain, without charge, an appropriate number of each publication for complimentary distribution. Income from the sale of publications shall be credited to the General Fund.
[ 1985, c. 466, (AMD) .]
SECTION HISTORY
1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW). 1969, c. 382, §1 (AMD). 1973, c. 721, (AMD). 1973, c. 788, §25 (AMD). 1975, c. 481, §2 (AMD). 1979, c. 127, §37 (AMD). 1979, c. 672, §§A4-6 (AMD). 1981, c. 702, §§Y,3 (AMD). 1983, c. 477, §§E,26-1 (AMD). 1985, c. 466, (AMD). 1985, c. 765, §§1,2 (AMD). 1987, c. 534, §§A8-A12,A19 (AMD). 1987, c. 737, §§C8,C106 (AMD). 1987, c. 816, §P3 (AMD). 1989, c. 6, (AMD). 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). 1989, c. 104, §§C8,C10 (AMD). 1989, c. 501, §§DD8-12,P18 (AMD). 1989, c. 502, §A21 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §RRR (AFF). 1991, c. 591, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 780, §DDD21 (AMD). 1995, c. 345, §§1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 395, §§D1-4 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §§B1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §C2 (AFF). 1995, c. 625, §§A6-10 (AMD). 1995, c. 656, §A1 (AMD). 1997, c. 393, §§B3,4 (AMD). 1999, c. 336, §1 (AMD). 2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD). 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).
Part 8: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
Chapter 311: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
§3305. State Planning Office
1. Powers and duties. The State Planning Office shall:
A. Coordinate the preparation of policies to guide and carry forward the wise and coordinated development of the State's economy and its energy resources and the conservation of the State's natural resources. These policies and recommendations for implementation shall be submitted to the Governor and Legislature for their approval. They shall be developed in such areas as: Land use, natural resource development and conservation, public investment and taxation, energy resources and state regulatory policy.
The State Planning Office shall give the public full opportunity to participate in the formulation of these policies and these policies shall not be in direct conflict with adopted local and regional plans; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §8 (AMD).]
B. Provide technical assistance to the Governor and Legislature by undertaking special studies and plans, preparing or analyzing policy alternatives and identifying the immediate and long-range needs and resources to meet these needs in the areas of energy and natural resources and socioeconomics. The office shall prepare the plans and studies at the request of the Governor, the Legislature or interdepartmental committees, councils and task forces; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §9 (AMD).]
C. Conduct, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, continuing economic analysis of the economy and resources of the State, including economic forecasting, and collect and collate all pertinent data and statistics relating thereto and assist the Governor, the Legislature and the various state departments in formulating economic goals and programs and policies to achieve such goals. These data and statistics, including census information, shall be made available to the Legislature upon request.
(1) All state agencies shall cooperate with the State Planning Office with respect to the provisions of this paragraph.
(2) In implementing this paragraph, the State Planning Office may use secondary data made available to the office by other state agencies or other organizations; [1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §18 (AMD).]
D. Upon request provide technical assistance to local and regional planning groups in the fields of planning, public housing and urban renewal. The office shall make available to municipalities and regional planning agencies existing information from state agencies to be used in the development of comprehensive plans and land use ordinances. The director shall oversee delivery of technical assistance and resources to municipalities for the purpose of flood plain management activities and enhancing and expanding parks, open spaces and recreational opportunities as a part of comprehensive community development. Within available resources, the director shall provide technical assistance to municipalities and regional planning organizations in the development and implementation of local comprehensive land use plans and local building codes and those local building rehabilitation codes that are consistent with any model building codes adopted by the State; [2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD).]
E. Participate with other states or subdivisions thereof in interstate planning, and assist cities, towns, municipal corporations, counties and regional councils to participate with other states or their subdivisions in planning; [1985, c. 765, §2 (AMD).]
F. At its discretion, assist in planning and executing any public or private project involving grants or loans; advise, confer and otherwise cooperate with municipal planning boards, agencies, officials, civic and other groups and citizens in matters relating to urban renewal, zoning and planning relating to schools, housing, health, land use controls and other objectives; [1979, c. 127, §37 (RPR).]
G. As coordinating agency:
(1) Act as the coordinating agency between the several officers, authorities, boards, commissions, departments and divisions of the State in matters relative to the physical development of the State and review the proposals of those agencies in the light of their relationship to the adopted policies and incorporate such reviews in the reports of the office. Nothing in this section may be construed as limiting the powers and duties of any officer, authority, board, commission, department or political subdivision of the State; and
(2) Provide general coordination and review of plans in functional areas of State Government as may be necessary for receipt of federal funds; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §10 (AMD).]
H. Compile, analyze and maintain information useful to the development of industry in the State concerning resources, sites, space, equipment, adequate housing, contracts, materials, transportation, markets, labor supply, population trends and other economic considerations and shall measure and monitor economic distress and poverty in the State on an ongoing basis. The State Planning Office, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, shall study problems peculiar to the industry and economy of this State with a view toward the broader utilization of our natural resources, which studies must be advanced by coordination of research with existing private and governmental agencies and educational institutions, and may be advanced by contractual relations with persons or organizations equipped to conduct the needed research. The State Planning Office shall, upon request from the Governor or any state department, assist in the preparation of reports regarding the responsibilities and duties provided by this subsection, including regular analysis of poverty and economic distress. The State Planning Office shall coordinate its activities pursuant to this paragraph with the Bureau of Child and Family Services to meet the annual reporting needs of the bureau; [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §6 (RPR).]
I. [1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§12, 19 (RP).]
J. [1991, c. 528, Pt. E, §7 (RP); 1991, c. 528, Pt. RRR, (AFF); 1991, c. 591, Pt. E, §7 (RP).]
K. [1999, c. 336, §1 (RP).]
L. [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §3 (RP).]
M. Administer a program of training and certification for municipal code enforcement officers; [2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).]
N. Coordinate the development of solid waste management policy including:
(1) Collecting and analyzing solid waste management and recycling data from all available sources including commercial and municipal entities;
(2) Preparing a solid waste management and recycling plan to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature by January 1, 1998 and every 5 years thereafter; and
(3) Providing technical and financial assistance to municipalities in waste reduction and recycling activities; and [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §4 (AMD).]
O. Own, design, develop or operate, or contract with private parties to operate, a solid waste disposal facility, as provided in Title 38, chapter 24, subchapter IV. [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §10 (NEW).]
[ 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD) .]
2. Administrative responsibilities.
A. The State Planning Director is authorized to employ staff as described in section 3304, subsection 3. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
B. The State Planning Office, with the consent of the Governor, may employ such expert and professional consultants, and contract for such research projects, as it deems necessary within the limits of the funds provided and consistent with the powers and duties of the office. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
C. The State Planning Office is authorized and empowered to enter into such agreements with the Federal Government and other agencies and organizations as will promote the objectives of this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
D. Funds from the Federal Government or from any individual, foundation or corporation may be accepted by the State Planning Office and expended for purposes consistent with this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
The office may prepare and distribute printed and audio-visual materials on matters within its statutory jurisdiction. The director shall fix the prices at which publication of the office shall be sold or delivered. The office shall decide which publications shall be included and shall retain, without charge, an appropriate number of each publication for complimentary distribution. Income from the sale of publications shall be credited to the General Fund.
[ 1985, c. 466, (AMD) .]
SECTION HISTORY
1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW). 1969, c. 382, §1 (AMD). 1973, c. 721, (AMD). 1973, c. 788, §25 (AMD). 1975, c. 481, §2 (AMD). 1979, c. 127, §37 (AMD). 1979, c. 672, §§A4-6 (AMD). 1981, c. 702, §§Y,3 (AMD). 1983, c. 477, §§E,26-1 (AMD). 1985, c. 466, (AMD). 1985, c. 765, §§1,2 (AMD). 1987, c. 534, §§A8-A12,A19 (AMD). 1987, c. 737, §§C8,C106 (AMD). 1987, c. 816, §P3 (AMD). 1989, c. 6, (AMD). 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). 1989, c. 104, §§C8,C10 (AMD). 1989, c. 501, §§DD8-12,P18 (AMD). 1989, c. 502, §A21 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §RRR (AFF). 1991, c. 591, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 780, §DDD21 (AMD). 1995, c. 345, §§1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 395, §§D1-4 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §§B1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §C2 (AFF). 1995, c. 625, §§A6-10 (AMD). 1995, c. 656, §A1 (AMD). 1997, c. 393, §§B3,4 (AMD). 1999, c. 336, §1 (AMD). 2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD). 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).
Part 8: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
Chapter 311: STATE PLANNING HEADING: PL 1967, C. 533, §1 (NEW)
§3305. State Planning Office
1. Powers and duties. The State Planning Office shall:
A. Coordinate the preparation of policies to guide and carry forward the wise and coordinated development of the State's economy and its energy resources and the conservation of the State's natural resources. These policies and recommendations for implementation shall be submitted to the Governor and Legislature for their approval. They shall be developed in such areas as: Land use, natural resource development and conservation, public investment and taxation, energy resources and state regulatory policy.
The State Planning Office shall give the public full opportunity to participate in the formulation of these policies and these policies shall not be in direct conflict with adopted local and regional plans; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §8 (AMD).]
B. Provide technical assistance to the Governor and Legislature by undertaking special studies and plans, preparing or analyzing policy alternatives and identifying the immediate and long-range needs and resources to meet these needs in the areas of energy and natural resources and socioeconomics. The office shall prepare the plans and studies at the request of the Governor, the Legislature or interdepartmental committees, councils and task forces; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §9 (AMD).]
C. Conduct, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, continuing economic analysis of the economy and resources of the State, including economic forecasting, and collect and collate all pertinent data and statistics relating thereto and assist the Governor, the Legislature and the various state departments in formulating economic goals and programs and policies to achieve such goals. These data and statistics, including census information, shall be made available to the Legislature upon request.
(1) All state agencies shall cooperate with the State Planning Office with respect to the provisions of this paragraph.
(2) In implementing this paragraph, the State Planning Office may use secondary data made available to the office by other state agencies or other organizations; [1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §18 (AMD).]
D. Upon request provide technical assistance to local and regional planning groups in the fields of planning, public housing and urban renewal. The office shall make available to municipalities and regional planning agencies existing information from state agencies to be used in the development of comprehensive plans and land use ordinances. The director shall oversee delivery of technical assistance and resources to municipalities for the purpose of flood plain management activities and enhancing and expanding parks, open spaces and recreational opportunities as a part of comprehensive community development. Within available resources, the director shall provide technical assistance to municipalities and regional planning organizations in the development and implementation of local comprehensive land use plans and local building codes and those local building rehabilitation codes that are consistent with any model building codes adopted by the State; [2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD).]
E. Participate with other states or subdivisions thereof in interstate planning, and assist cities, towns, municipal corporations, counties and regional councils to participate with other states or their subdivisions in planning; [1985, c. 765, §2 (AMD).]
F. At its discretion, assist in planning and executing any public or private project involving grants or loans; advise, confer and otherwise cooperate with municipal planning boards, agencies, officials, civic and other groups and citizens in matters relating to urban renewal, zoning and planning relating to schools, housing, health, land use controls and other objectives; [1979, c. 127, §37 (RPR).]
G. As coordinating agency:
(1) Act as the coordinating agency between the several officers, authorities, boards, commissions, departments and divisions of the State in matters relative to the physical development of the State and review the proposals of those agencies in the light of their relationship to the adopted policies and incorporate such reviews in the reports of the office. Nothing in this section may be construed as limiting the powers and duties of any officer, authority, board, commission, department or political subdivision of the State; and
(2) Provide general coordination and review of plans in functional areas of State Government as may be necessary for receipt of federal funds; [1989, c. 501, Pt. DD, §10 (AMD).]
H. Compile, analyze and maintain information useful to the development of industry in the State concerning resources, sites, space, equipment, adequate housing, contracts, materials, transportation, markets, labor supply, population trends and other economic considerations and shall measure and monitor economic distress and poverty in the State on an ongoing basis. The State Planning Office, in conjunction with the Department of Economic and Community Development, shall study problems peculiar to the industry and economy of this State with a view toward the broader utilization of our natural resources, which studies must be advanced by coordination of research with existing private and governmental agencies and educational institutions, and may be advanced by contractual relations with persons or organizations equipped to conduct the needed research. The State Planning Office shall, upon request from the Governor or any state department, assist in the preparation of reports regarding the responsibilities and duties provided by this subsection, including regular analysis of poverty and economic distress. The State Planning Office shall coordinate its activities pursuant to this paragraph with the Bureau of Child and Family Services to meet the annual reporting needs of the bureau; [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §6 (RPR).]
I. [1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§12, 19 (RP).]
J. [1991, c. 528, Pt. E, §7 (RP); 1991, c. 528, Pt. RRR, (AFF); 1991, c. 591, Pt. E, §7 (RP).]
K. [1999, c. 336, §1 (RP).]
L. [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §3 (RP).]
M. Administer a program of training and certification for municipal code enforcement officers; [2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).]
N. Coordinate the development of solid waste management policy including:
(1) Collecting and analyzing solid waste management and recycling data from all available sources including commercial and municipal entities;
(2) Preparing a solid waste management and recycling plan to be submitted to the Governor and the Legislature by January 1, 1998 and every 5 years thereafter; and
(3) Providing technical and financial assistance to municipalities in waste reduction and recycling activities; and [1997, c. 393, Pt. B, §4 (AMD).]
O. Own, design, develop or operate, or contract with private parties to operate, a solid waste disposal facility, as provided in Title 38, chapter 24, subchapter IV. [1995, c. 625, Pt. A, §10 (NEW).]
[ 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD) .]
2. Administrative responsibilities.
A. The State Planning Director is authorized to employ staff as described in section 3304, subsection 3. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
B. The State Planning Office, with the consent of the Governor, may employ such expert and professional consultants, and contract for such research projects, as it deems necessary within the limits of the funds provided and consistent with the powers and duties of the office. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
C. The State Planning Office is authorized and empowered to enter into such agreements with the Federal Government and other agencies and organizations as will promote the objectives of this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
D. Funds from the Federal Government or from any individual, foundation or corporation may be accepted by the State Planning Office and expended for purposes consistent with this chapter. [1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW).]
The office may prepare and distribute printed and audio-visual materials on matters within its statutory jurisdiction. The director shall fix the prices at which publication of the office shall be sold or delivered. The office shall decide which publications shall be included and shall retain, without charge, an appropriate number of each publication for complimentary distribution. Income from the sale of publications shall be credited to the General Fund.
[ 1985, c. 466, (AMD) .]
SECTION HISTORY
1967, c. 533, §1 (NEW). 1969, c. 382, §1 (AMD). 1973, c. 721, (AMD). 1973, c. 788, §25 (AMD). 1975, c. 481, §2 (AMD). 1979, c. 127, §37 (AMD). 1979, c. 672, §§A4-6 (AMD). 1981, c. 702, §§Y,3 (AMD). 1983, c. 477, §§E,26-1 (AMD). 1985, c. 466, (AMD). 1985, c. 765, §§1,2 (AMD). 1987, c. 534, §§A8-A12,A19 (AMD). 1987, c. 737, §§C8,C106 (AMD). 1987, c. 816, §P3 (AMD). 1989, c. 6, (AMD). 1989, c. 9, §2 (AMD). 1989, c. 104, §§C8,C10 (AMD). 1989, c. 501, §§DD8-12,P18 (AMD). 1989, c. 502, §A21 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 528, §RRR (AFF). 1991, c. 591, §E7 (AMD). 1991, c. 780, §DDD21 (AMD). 1995, c. 345, §§1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 395, §§D1-4 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §§B1-3 (AMD). 1995, c. 465, §C2 (AFF). 1995, c. 625, §§A6-10 (AMD). 1995, c. 656, §A1 (AMD). 1997, c. 393, §§B3,4 (AMD). 1999, c. 336, §1 (AMD). 2003, c. 605, §1 (AMD). 2009, c. 213, Pt. M, §1 (AMD).
