As used in sections 23-74 to 23-80 , inclusive:
(1) “Appraised value” means the fair market value of property without the consideration of the effect, if any, of dedication or other preservation related restrictions;
(2) “Acquisition” means the acquiring of real property or any interest therein by the department or its cooperators by purchase, gift or devise;
(3) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection;
(4) “Connecticut natural diversity data base” or “data base” means the department's computer-assisted inventory of threatened or endangered species, natural systems and geologic features;
(5) “Cooperating entity” or “cooperator” means a private nonprofit land-holding organization, a municipal conservation commission or any other body deemed by the commissioner as satisfactorily able to assist in the acquisition of land or able to serve as primary manager;
(6) “Department” means the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection; and
(7) “Program” means the Connecticut recreation and natural heritage trust program created by this section and sections 23-74 to 23-80 , inclusive.