The Board of Conservation and Recreation's (BCR) membership and duties were reorganized because of legislation passed in 2003. Responsibilities of the Board on Conservation and Development of Public Beaches and the Virginia State Park Foundation were transferred to BCR. At least two members of each of the former boards were appointed to the reconstituted BCR, which now has 12 members. Click here for a roster of current board members.

Powers and Duties

The Code of Virginia grants the following powers and duties to the board:

• Advise DCR's director on State Park master plans and substantial amendments
• Review requests for grants or loans pertaining to outdoor recreation and trail development
• Conduct fund-raising activities for the the State Parks Projects Fund and advise DCR's director on expending those funds
• Review designations proposed for scenic highways and Virginia byways
• Help DCR as requested in duties and responsibilities pertaining to the DCR's programs
• Perform responsibilities formerly held by the Board on Conservation and Development of Public Beaches

Officers and Meetings

The board elects a chairman and a vice chairman. DCR's director or designee serves as the board's executive secretary. The board meets at least three times a year as called upon by the chairman or DCR's director. Click here for a list of upcoming meetings.