New Jersey § 30:4-78

§ 30:4-78.

If the commissioner determines that the plan submitted pursuant to section 5 of P.L.1990, c. 73 ( C.30:4-78.1 ) is appropriate, the commissioner shall enter into negotiations with the governing

body of the county to provide for the State assumption of the management and operation

of the psychiatric facility, in which case the State shall operate and maintain the

psychiatric facility, provided that the funding ratios shall not change. Any agreement for the assumption shall include, but not be limited to, such matters

as personnel salaries, benefits, tenure or other rights; debt obligations of the

facility; existing vendor contracts; lease, purchase or other arrangements for the

State's operation of the facility; purchase of services from the county; capital

improvements; staffing arrangements; and insurance payments and receivables, including

Medicare and Medicaid payments. When negotiating an agreement the Commissioner of Human Services shall consult with

the State Civil Service Commission concerning personnel salaries, benefits, tenure or other rights. If the commissioner and the governing body of the county agree to the State assumption

of the management and operation of a county psychiatric facility, any changes in salaries,

benefits, tenure or other rights of employees will recognize the rights and responsibilities

under appropriate collective bargaining agreements.