There is established a Hockanum River Commission, consisting of nine members, at least seven of whom shall be electors of the Town of East Hartford, and no more than two of whom may be residents of other towns in Connecticut. Members shall serve a term of three years.
The Commission shall, in cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Director, develop and implement projects to improve the Hockanum River within the Town of East Hartford and operate programs to encourage the use and appreciation of the Hockanum River. No project or program of the Commission shall be implemented without the approval of the Parks and Recreation Director.
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