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February 16, 2021 - Pine Barrens Byway Designated as a National Scenic Byway
May 25, 2021 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission opens new round of funding to permanently preserve land in the Pinelands
June 25, 2021 - New Jersey Pinelands Comm ission mourning the passing of Executive Director Nancy Wittenberg
August 24, 2021 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission Seeking Executive Director
July 1, 2021 - Pinelands Summer Short Course to Feature 14 Education Programs that Showcase the Pinelands’ Natural, Cultural and His toric Treasures
November 24, 2021 : 2022 Pinelands National Reserve Wall Calendars Now Available For Free at Five Locations in the Pinelands
November 30, 2021 : Commission Mourning the Loss of Former Commissioner Jay Edward Mounier
December 21, 2021 : Commission Adopts New Stormwater Regulations That Will Enhance the Protection of the Pinelands
December 23, 2021 : Commission Welcomes Jonathan D. Meade of the National Park Service as its New Federal Representative
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2012
December 20, 2012 - Joseph DiBello, of Ardmore, Pa., sworn in as the new federal representative on the New Jersey Pinelands Commission
November 23, 2012 - Pinelands Commission provides funds to help permanently preserve 200-acre parcel next to Camp Ockanickon in Medford and Shamong
July 16, 2012 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission launches review of the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan
July 16, 2012 - Press Advisory: Raptors & Reptiles education program, July 19, 2012
January 19, 2012 - 23rd annual Pinelands Short Course to feature 18 new educational presentations, including four field trips
January 13, 2012 - Richard H. Prickett, a Pemberton Township Councilman and retired science teacher, joins Pinelands Commission
2011
November 10, 2011 - Pinelands Commission receives federal grant to study pond ecology : Research to assess land-use impacts, prioritize ponds for increased protection
October 21, 2011 - Pinelands Commission, Wharton State Forest and local students test water quality, learn about Pinelands protection during World Water Monitoring Day event October
October 14, 2011 - Pinelands Commission adopts rules to encourage the environmentallyappropriate siting of solar energy facilities in the Pinelands
September 06, 2011 - Gov. Chris Christie appoints Mark S. Lohbauer of Pennsauken as the new Chairman of the New Jersey Pinelands Commission
July 08, 2011 - Three new gubernatorial appointees join New Jersey Pinelands Commission
June 23, 2011 - Pinelands Commission issues new report that highlights successful efforts to preserve and protect the Pinelands
June 14, 2011 - Pinelands Commission implements new public comment procedures
February 10. 2011 - Pinelands Commission advances proposal to encourage the environmentallyappropriate siting of solar energy facilities in the Pinelands
January 31, 2011 - 22nd annual Pinelands Short Course to feature 21 new educational presentations, including four field trips
2010
December 10, 2010 - Robert W. McIntosh, Jr., steps down after 15 years of service as the federal appointee on the New Jersey Pinelands Commission
November 30, 2010 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission appoints Nancy B. Wittenberg of Toms River as its new Executive Director
November 12, 2010 - Pinelands Commission approves plans to install solar energy generating facilities on the capped landfill at the Stafford Business Park
October 21, 2010 - Pinelands Commission, Wharton State Forest and local students test water quality, learn about Pinelands protection during World Water Monitoring Day event
September 8, 2010 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission begins search for new Executive Director
August 13, 2010 - John C. Stokes, Executive Director of the Pinelands Commission, to retire after more than 30 years of service with the Pinelands panel
August 4, 2010 - Edward McGlinchey, a longtime resident and official of Winslow Township, appointed as Camden County's representative on the Pinelands Commission
July 9, 2010 - Pinelands Commission approves agreements to provide for efficient, yet rigorous reviews of certain development applications proposed by counties
July 8, 2010 - Pinelands Commission issues new report that highlights successful efforts to preserve and protect the Pinelands in Fiscal Year 2010
June 3, 2010 - Pinelands Commission announces lineup for its fourth annual "Pinelands Speaker Series" Educational programs offered to the public at the Richard J. Sullivan Center
May 14, 2010 - Pinelands Commission details new practices aimed at better protecting native vegetation, including rare species, along roadsides in the Pinelands
May 07, 2010 - Norman F. Tomasello, the Acting Chairman and a 14-year member of the Pinelands Commission, steps down
February 02, 2010 - Pinelands Commission approves $1.9 million expenditure to preserve 1,612 acres in Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May and Ocean counties
January 15, 2010 - Camden County resident joins New Jersey Pinelands Commission as new gubernatorial appointee
January 13, 2010 - 21st annual Pinelands Short Course to feature 27 new educational presentations, including two all-day bus tours of the Pinelands
2009
December 11, 2009 - Pinelands Commission approves measure to establish new management standards for advanced wastewater treatment systems in the Pinelands
December 11, 2009 - Pinelands Commission OKs agreement to eliminate source of pollution, improve water quality in Winslow Township, Camden County
November 13, 2009 - Pinelands Commission to help municipalities with costs to implement clustering rules
November 13, 2009 - Pinelands Commission approves new rules regarding forest management in the Pinelands
October 22, 2009 - Four environmentally-sensitive properties in the Pinelands permanently preserved with money from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
October 15, 2009 - Pinelands Commission, Wharton State Forest and local students test water quality, learn about Pinelands resource protection during World Water Monitoring Day event
October 9, 2009 - Pinelands Commission approves two amendments to Pinelands Plan : Changes will strengthen protection of Pinelands resources
August 14, 2009 - Pinelands Commission directs the use of more than $5 million addition to the Pinelands Conservation Fund : New funds allocated for land preservation, conservation planning, research and community design
August 14, 2009 - Pinelands Commission to provide $100,000 to help design a community wastewater treatment system in Buena Vista Township
August 28, 2009 - Pinelands-Friendly Yard & Garden Fair to feature sale of native Pinelands plants, nature walks and seminars by Mike McGrath of WHYY's "You Bet Your Garden." Sept. 12th event aims to promote benefits of "going native"
July 22, 2009 - 700-acre property in the Pinelands in Atlantic County permanently preserved with money from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
July 10, 2009 - Judith Y. Link of Atlantic County joins New Jersey Pinelands Commission as a new gubernatorial representative
May 22, 2009 - Pinelands Commission announces lineup for its third annual "Pinelands Speaker Series" Free educational programs offered to the public at the Richard J. Sullivan Center
May 07, 2009 - Two environmentally-sensitive properties in Atlantic County permanently preserved with money from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
April 29, 2009 - Pinelands Commission employee wins environmental studies award from the University of Pennsylvania
April 17, 2009 - Pinelands Commission moves forward with four proposed changes to the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan - Amendments will strengthen protection of Pinelands resources
March 20, 2009 - Pinelands Commission to focus on 11 changes to Pinelands Map
Febraury 13, 2009 - Commission responds to ruling by the State Ethics Commission
January 30, 2009 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission approves $2.1 million expenditure to preserve more than 600 acres in Camden and Ocean counties Money to be disbursed from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
January 16, 2009 - Pinelands Commission approves measure to require clustering of residential development in Pinelands-designated Forest and Rural Development Areas
January 08, 2009 - 20th annual Pinelands Short Course to feature 24 new educational presentations, including first-ever all-day tour of the Pinelands
2008
December 05, 2008 - Commission asks Governor to extend deadline for Pinelands towns to submit affordable housing plans
November 14, 2008 - Pinelands Commission approves agreement that authorizes widening the Garden State Parkway
November 12, 2008 - John Bunnell of Tabernacle Appointed as the Commission's new Chief Scientist
October 16, 2008 - Pinelands Commission, Wharton State Forest and local students test water quality, learn about Pinelands resource protection during World Water Monitoring Day event
October 03, 2008 - Pinelands Commission Executive Director schedules public hearing on proposed agreement that would authorize widening the Garden State Parkway Pinelands Commission approves increased fees to review development applications
August 29, 2008 Pinelands-Friendly Yard & Garden Fair to feature sale of native Pinelands plants, nature walks and seminars by Mike McGrath of WHYY’s “You Bet Your Garden.”
August 26, 2008 - Remarks on the passing of former Pinelands Commission member Thomas B. Darlington
August 01, 2008 - Environmentally-sensitive property in Medford Township permanently preserved with money from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
July 11, 2008 - Pinelands Commission advances proposal to require clustering of residential development in Pinelands-designated Forest and Rural Development Areas
June 13, 2008 - Robert Jackson of Cape May County joins the Pinelands Commission as a new gubernatorial representative June 02, Pinelands Commission announces lineup for its second annual “Pinelands Speaker Series” Free educational programs offered to the public at the Richard J. Sullivan Center
May 30, 2008 - Pinelands Commission approves $867,666 expenditure to preserve 450 acres in Atlantic, Burlington, Gloucester and Ocean counties Money to be disbursed from the Pinelands Conservation Fund
May 9, 2008 - State unveils new brochure highlighting the treasures of the Pinelands National Reserve of southern New Jersey
April 11, 2008 - Pinelands Commission advances proposal to increase fees for reviewing development applications
March 12, 2008 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects Officers
March 10, 2008 - New Pinelands National Reserve road signs posted along roadways throughout the reserve
February 28, 2008 - New Jersey Pinelands Commission, New Jersey Forest Fire Service to launch new wildfire safety project in Barnegat and Stafford townships
February 04, 2008 - Comments on the passage of Franklin E. Parker, who served as the first Chairman of the New Jersey Pinelands Commission
January 11, 2008 - Pinelands communities are outperforming the economy in the non-Pinelands area of southern New Jersey
January 11, 2008 - Commission approves ordinance that establishes redevelopment plan for historic complex in Hamilton Township
January 02, 2008 -Twenty new presentations to highlight 19th Annual Pinelands Short Course
2007
November 12, 2007 - Pinelands Commission approves ordinance that significantly reduces residential zoning capacity in Jackson Township
October 31, 2007 - Pinelands Commission to discuss link between septic systems and clean water during series of special meetings
October 18, 2007 - Pinelands Commission, Wharton State Forest and local students test water quality, learn about Pinelands resource protection during World Water Monitoring Day event
October 12, 2007 - Daniel M. Kennedy joins New Jersey Pinelands Commission as Burlington County’s new representative
September 28, 2007 - Pinelands Commission approves nearly $4 million expenditure to preserve more than 3,200 acres in Atlantic, Burlington and Ocean counties
September 14, 2007 - Pinelands Commission signs off on five amendments to the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan
May 31, 2007 - Pinelands Commission’s Executive Director signs off on agreement to end direct discharge of treated wastewater into Pinelands stream
April 26, 2007 - Pinelands Commission to offer free educational programs during new “Pinelands Speaker Series” at the Richard J. Sullivan Center
April 13, 2007 - Commission Approves Agreement to End Discharge of Treated Wastewater into Pinelands Stream Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Amongst The New Jersey Pinelands Commission, The Buena Borough Municipal Utilities Authority And The Township Of Buena Vista
April 04, 2007 - Federal judge signs order permanently barring construction of proposed solid waste transfer facility in the Pinelands
March 06, 2007 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects Officers, Buena Vista Township Mayor once again chosen to lead mayors’ group
February 02, 2007 - Pinelands Commission awarded $82,500 grant from the William Penn Foundation; Funds will be used to mplement Natural Resource Protection Plan in southern Medford and Evesham
January 08, 2007 - 15 new presentations highlight 18th annual Pinelands Short Course
2006
September 13, 2006 - Conference and Banquet to Highlight Regional Planning and Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Pinelands Protection
August 31, 2006 - Southern Pinelands Natural Heritage Trail receives $200,000 grant
July 14, 2006 - Pinelands Commission approves agreement allowing closure of landfills and redevelopment at Stafford Business Park Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Executive Director’s Report on Stafford Business Park MOA
July 14, 2006 - Pinelands Commission endorses natural resource protection plan for southern Medford and Evesham townships Southern Evesham-Medford Conservation Planning Project
June 09, 2006 - Pinelands Commission certifies changes to Berkeley Township’s master plan
June 09, 2006 - Pinelands Commission approves Hammonton’s plans to demolish its existing municipal building and build a new municipal complex
May 09, 2006 - Pinelands Commission’s Executive Director schedules public hearing on proposed agreement regarding redevelopment of the Stafford Business Park
March 13, 2006 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects Officers
January 17, 2006 - Nine new presentations highlight 17th annual Pinelands Short Course
2005
December 15, 2005 - Longtime member of the Pinelands Commission steps down
December 15, 2005 - Pinelands Commission releases annual report charting economic health of Pinelands communities
November 14, 2005 - Pinelands Commission agrees to hire U.S. Geological Survey to study infiltration at wastewater facility in Hammonton
October 27, 2005 - New Southern Pinelands Natural Heritage Trail receives official designation as State Scenic Byway
October 18, 2005 - Students test water quality in Pinelands as part of global water monitoring day
September 09, 2005 - Pinelands Commission moving forward with proposed changes to the Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan
September 09, 2005 - Pinelands Commission signs off on an ordinance expanding wildlife buffers in the Toms River corridor in Jackson Township
July 08, 2005 - Pinelands Commission deems proposed sand mine in Woodland Township to be an abandoned use of land
June 28, 2005 - Pinelands Commission and New Jersey Department of Education give school districts a list of guidelines to help ensure proper planning of school construction projects
June 14, 2005 - Construction of proposed trash transfer station in the Pinelands halted - Matter pending in federal court
April 21, 2005 - Commission Approves Plan for $13 Million Conservation Fund - Money to be used for planning, research, and open space preservation Click here to view the Pinelands Conservation Fund Plan.
April 15, 2005 - Commission Approves Zoning Changes in Jackson's Toms River Basin - Amendments implement key recommendations of the Toms River Corridor Task Force
April 6, 2005 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects Officers - Woodbine Mayor Pikolycky to continue leading mayors' group
January 10, 2005 - 16th Annual Pinelands Short Course Set for Saturday, March 5th -2005 event offering ten exciting new topics - Click here to view the Pinelands Short Course brochure.
2004
December 15, 2004 - Deadline Extended on Public Comment Period for Rule Change
December 10, 2004 - Florio Announces Dodge Grant to Support Smart-Growth Planning Project in Egg Harbor Township -Commission also approves Egg Harbor Township open space ordinance
November 12, 2004 - Commission Approves Ocean Acres Ordinance, Authorizes Sanctuary Agreement -Measures will protect endangered Pine Snakes at two Pinelands housing developments
October 29, 2004 - Commission to Weigh Agreement on Sanctuary - Public Information Session to be held on November 9 in Evesham - Click here to view the summary of the proposed agreement.
September 10, 2004 - Commission to Receive DEP Funds to Develop Model Stormwater Ordinance -Also approves agricultural re-zoning in Buena Vista
August 13, 2004 - Commission Authorizes Electric Transmission Line Agreement
August 13, 2004 - Commission Authorizes Change to Pinelands Land Capability Map
August 13, 2004 - Commission Moves to Strengthen Protection of Rare Plants -Proposal will expand number of Pinelands-protected plants
June 21, 2004 - Housing Task Force Kickoff Meeting
June 11, 2004 - Commission launches special conservation effort in Evesham, Medford Townships -William Penn Foundation grant to help protect rare plants and animals
May 14, 2004 - Commission Approves Heritage Minerals Settlement - Agreement will protect nearly 6,500 acres
April 8, 2004 - Commission authorizes settlement agreement for Ocean Acres - Conservation Plan will protect rare species in Barnegat Township subdivision
March 12, 2004 - Witt, Slavin Join Pinelands Commission - Panel gains Gloucester and Burlington Representatives
March 5, 2004 - Pinelands Commission gives go-ahead on gas line application
March 5, 2004 - Pinelands Commission weighing local conservation plan - Special task force develops innovative plan for Toms River Basin
February 13, 2004 - Florio launches Pinelands forestry policy review - Advisory committee set up to review Pinelands forestry policies
February 5, 2004 - Hamilton, Winslow Townships to Present Smart Growth Plans Strategies developed to address problems in designated growth communities
January 16, 2004 - Pinelands Commission Authorizes Agreement for Atlantic City Airport
January 15, 2004 - Commission, Burlington County College Team Up for 2004 Short Course -15th Annual Short Course offers 16 diverse Pinelands topics
January 7, 2004 - New Program Permanently Preserves 21 Pinelands Farms in 2003
2003
December 18, 2003 - Pinelands Commission Approves Changes to Cell and PCS Tower Plans
November 7, 2003 - Pinelands Commission to create task force on growth area housing
November 7, 2003 - Pinelands Commission Releases 2003 Economic Data on CD-ROM - Annual report tracks economic health of Pinelands communities
October 30, 2003 - Pinelands Commission to hold public forum on fee proposal
October 9, 2003 - Pinelands Commission approves Kirkwood-Cohansey Work Plan
September 30, 2003 - Public hearing set for Kirkwood-Cohansey research plan
July 22, 2003 - Pinelands Habitats: Home, Sweet Home–A Professional Development Workshop
July 11, 2003 - Commission Concludes CMP Review: Issues Recommendations Strategies and initiatives established following intensive, 18-month review of the CMP
June 4, 2003 - Commission Implements Reorganization Plan - Staff changes, streamlining measures in place
May 23, 2003 - Commission Releases Rancocas Study Report - Commission's second major study of Pinelands watershed resources & health
April 15, 2003 - Pinelands Commission to Sponsor Free Landscaping Workshop - Will feature demonstrations on how to landscape with native Pinelands plants
April 11, 2003 - Pinelands Commission Appoints John Stokes Executive Director - Brings 23-years of Pinelands planning and leadership experience to the jo b
April 11, 2003 - Pinelands Commission Conditionally Approves Upper Township Re-Zoning - Action will reduce potential growth, strengthen protection of natural resources
April 10, 2003 - Land Preservation Grants Awarded in Pinelands -The Nature Conservancy, Pinelands Commission and NJDEP award grants
March 28, 2003 - Commission Executive Director Barbaccia Stepping Down
March 7, 2003 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects New Officers - Woodbine Mayor Pikolycky Chairing Mayors' Organization
January 24, 2003 - Pinelands Commission Releases Economic Data - Annual report tracks economic health of Pinelands communities
January 21, 2003 - On-Line Registration Available for March 1st Short Course
January 6, 2003 -Appellate Court Affirms Commission Action on Sanctuary Rattlesnake Settlement
January 3, 2003 -Mayor Pikolycky Leading Pinelands Mayors' Organization
2002
December 17, 2002 -Hagaman Joins Pinelands Commission
November 14, 2002 - DEP Signs $5.5 Million Agreement with the New Jersey Pinelands Commission : Assessing the Region's Water Supply Demands and Environmental Impacts
November 8, 2002 - Governor Florio Takes the Helm at Pinelands Commission - Commission welcomes six new members
October 22, 2002 - Executive Director Orders Review of Sanctuary Approvals - Action taken to protect pine snake population
October 7, 2002 - Seminar Offered on Residential Wastewater Treatment Systems - Two-day program will address new program to strengthen protection of Pinelands water
July 17, 2002 - Atlantic County, Pinelands Commission Working Together to Support Regional Planning Efforts
June 28, 2002 - Pinelands Commission Discovers Pine Snake at Sanctuary Site - Threatened snake, eggs rescued from collapsed nest
May 31, 2002 -Municipalities Recommended for Pinelands Excellence Program Consultant sought to help create livable communities
May 10, 2002 - Pinelands Commission, Nature Conservancy Protecting Pinelands - First acquisitions approved under cooperative open space program
May 10, 2002 - Pinelands Commission Approves Alternate Design Septic System Rules - Pilot program to require lower-polluting technologies will take effect in August
May 9, 2002 - Pinelands Forum to Bring Key New Jersey Leaders Together - May 14 Panel to address critical issues and opportunities
April 11, 2002 - Pinelands Growth Panel Discussion Set for April 24 - Public Forum to examine challenges faced by Regional Growth Communities
March 8, 2002 - Pinelands Municipal Council Elects New Officers
March 5, 2002 - Pinelands Panel Discussion Set for March 13
February 20, 2002 - Pinelands Commission Supports Recall of Well Permit
February 14, 2002 - Pinelands Commission Study of Mullica River Watershed Provides Comprehensive Data on Health of Resources
February 14, 2002 - Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation Grant to Aid Pinelands Growth Communities -Pinelands Commission to Promote Smart Growth Through New Program
February 4, 2002 - Wealth of Pinelands Knowledge Available at 13th Annual Short Course - Largest Program Ever Planned for March 2nd
January 18, 2002 - Pinelands Commission Issues 3rd Review of Pinelands Comprehensive Management Plan. Click here to view the Third Progress Report on Plan Implementation, February, 2002 (3.8MB)