P.R. Laws tit. 12, § 1436
(a) To prepare and implement, in coordination with and with the approval of the Secretary, the norms, procedures, rules and regulations that shall govern the “Mooring Buoy Adoption Program”, including its work plan, which shall include such guidelines as deemed pertinent to implement special concession mechanisms for the maintenance and installation of buoys and donations to the Special Fund, emphasizing on zones of high ecological value, high watercraft traffic, and tourist interest. In order to achieve theses purposes, the DNER shall work in coordination with the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and/or companies engaged in nautical tourism activities certified by the Tourism Company.
(b) Address and supervise the development of the Program and design a system for the effective growth thereof.
(c) Provide professional and technical advice about the new trends on the subject.
(d) To manage special concessions, as well as any appropriations and donations received, and keep a register thereof for faithful compliance with the provisions of this chapter. He/she shall also coordinate with the participants of the program as to the kind of resources to be offered and the availability of mooring buoys to be adopted or selected as part of a concession for their maintenance. In addition, he/she shall establish an educational program, in coordination with the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, to foster the good use of mooring buoys and to raise awareness of their ecological value.
(e) Establish, in coordination with the Secretary, all details on the commitment made, the period covered, and the eligibility of the participants.
(f) Create, in coordination with the Secretary, a mass dissemination program to raise citizens’ awareness on the harmful effects caused by irresponsible navigation and anchoring practices on sensitive marine resources. Design in a standard manner the Program logo, brochures, and stickers for mooring buoys bearing the name of the person, agency, municipality, community or entity adopting the buoy. In addition shall prepare and publish a news bulletin for the participants of the Program.
History —Aug. 7, 2008, No. 194, § 6; Dec. 16, 2009, No. 179, § 5;; Dec. 30, 2010, No. 241, § 5.