The Vermont Statutes Online
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Title 10 : Conservation and Development
Chapter 027 : Travel and Recreation Policy
Subchapter 001 : Travel and Recreation Council
(Cite as: 10 V.S.A. § 651)-
§ 651. Findings; policy and purpose
The General Assembly finds that the State of Vermont is endowed with extraordinary natural beauty by its mountains, waterways, and open spaces; that the State of Vermont is rich in its historic heritage, its cultural offerings, the renown of its superior workmanship, the unique designs of its crafts people, and the variety of its recreational lodgings, attractions, and services, all of which enrich the lives of Vermonters and the many travelers who visit the State each year; that the travel and recreation industry is an important sector of the Vermont economy, serving the needs of Vermonters as well as the many visitors of our State, providing significant employment opportunities and revenues, and contributing to the economic well-being of the State; and that recognition of this important industry and enhanced promotion of Vermont as a travel destination in cooperation with the private sector is in the public interest. Therefore, it is the public policy of the State of Vermont, while protecting the natural quality of the State, to support and encourage reasonable growth in the number of travelers to the State and to assist in enhancing the competitive position of travel-related businesses in the State; and further, it is of public benefit that a travel and recreation council be established to contribute to the development of the State travel and recreation policy. (Added 1987, No. 83, § 2.)