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Committee reviews draft volunteer waiver, flags need for attorney review before adopt‑a‑trail launch
Summary
Warren’s Open Space Committee reviewed a draft volunteer waiver compiled from New Jersey municipal samples, discussed adult vs. minor waivers and parental consent, and agreed the document should align with township practices and likely be reviewed by the Township Attorney.
The Warren Township Open Space Committee on March 11 reviewed a draft volunteer waiver and procedures compiled from New Jersey municipal examples as part of planning for an adopt‑a‑trail program.
Members said the waiver should align with existing township practices and likely be reviewed by the Township Attorney before being used. The committee discussed distinctions between adult and minor waivers and emphasized parental or guardian signatures and adult supervision requirements for volunteers under 18.
Committee members also raised the potential to recruit junior volunteers using models referenced from the Board of Health and discussed coordinating forms and procedures with the Recreation Department to avoid duplicative paperwork.
As a next step, the committee directed liaison work with Recreation and identified follow up steps to develop a finalized waiver and volunteer procedure that fit township risk management standards.
