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Goal Statement

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Scope of the Problem  factual statements on the extent of the problem in the past, current, or future

Past Policy  key legislation and milestones including significant policy and funding shifts, major studies, etc.

Current Policy  summary of current policies in the form of legislation, programs, and funding

• National Park Service Urban Park Recreation and Recovery — New Jersey

Policy Options   

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Key Organizations/Individuals   contacts for public and private organizations and key individuals

• New Jersey Work Environment Council: an alliance of 70 community, EJ/environmental, and labor organizations working together for safe, secure jobs, and a healthy sustainable environment. WEC links communities, workers and environmentalists through training, technical assistance, grassroots organizing, and public policy campaigns to promote dialogue, collaboration, and joint action.

Glossary of Terms

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Bibliography   web sites, reports, articles, and other reference material