New Jersey § 40a:14-78
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:14-78, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:14-78.
The fire commissioners may amend the budget during or after the public hearing. All amendments shall be read in full. No amendment shall be effective until the taxpayers of the district and all persons
having an interest therein shall have been granted a public hearing thereon, if such
amendment shall: a. Add a new item of operating appropriations in an amount in excess of 1% of the
total amount of operating appropriations as stated in the approved budget; b. Increase or decrease any item of operating appropriations by more than 10%; or, c. Increase the amount to be raised by taxes by more than 5%. Notice of hearing on any amendment shall be advertised at least 3 days before the
date set therefor. Such amendment shall be read in full at such hearing and before adoption.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:14-78
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:14-78 cover?
Section 40a:14-78 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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