New Jersey § 52:16a-27
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 52:16a-27, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 52:16a-27.
(a) The council shall employ an executive director and such other personnel as may
be deemed necessary to accomplish its objectives within the limit of funds available
therefor. (b) The members of the council shall elect annually a chairman and a vice chairman
from their number. The executive director shall serve as secretary of the council. The chairman shall be the chief executive officer of the council. The chairman shall preside at all meetings of the council and shall perform such
other duties as shall be prescribed by the council. The executive director shall carry out the policies of the council under the direction
of the chairman. (c) The council shall adopt rules and regulations concerning the operation of the
council, the functions and responsibilities of its officers and employees and such
other matters as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this act. (d) The council shall be authorized and empowered to hold public and private hearings,
and, within the limit of funds available therefor, to enter into contracts with individuals,
organizations, and institutions for services or endeavors furthering the objectives
of the council's programs; to accept gifts, grants and bequests of funds from individuals,
foundations, corporations, governmental agencies, and other organizations or institutions;
to make and sign any agreements and to do and perform any acts that may be necessary
to carry out the purposes of this act. The council may request and shall receive from any department or agency of the State
Government such assistance, information, and advice as will enable it to carry out
its powers and duties hereunder. (e) The council shall make an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature concerning
the status of the arts in New Jersey and such other matters as the council deems desirable.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 52:16a-27
What does New Jersey Statutes § 52:16a-27 cover?
Section 52:16a-27 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.
How do I cite New Jersey § 52:16a-27?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 52:16a-27 apply to my situation?
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