This series documents establishment of and provides information on the history and cultural resources of heritage areas. Each management plan includes description of area boundaries; inventory of cultural resources; goals and objectives statement; types of area uses; potential property acquisitions; proposed exhibits and programs; cost/benefit analysis; cultural resources preservation techniques; organizational structure; environmental reviews; park planning schedule; schedule for park development and State-issued approval; and photographs, other images, and historical records.
Creator
New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau
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Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation Heritage Areas System Bureau program planning files
Series Number
21794
Summary
This series consists of planning documents and correspondence related to the creation, development, and evolution of the New York State Heritage Areas Program and New York State Urban Cultural Parks Program. The purpose of these programs has been to develop, preserve, and promote the state's cultural and natural resources "as an expression of [New York] state's heritage." The records document the purpose/objectives of the program, suggested community designations and legislative structure, as well as marketing and outreach functions.
Creator
New York (State). Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Heritage Areas System Bureau
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.