[Adopted by Ord. No. 1556-98]
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:2BB-9, the Municipal Alliance shall
consult with and advise the Township Council on matters pertaining
to alcoholism and drug abuse. It shall make recommendations on the
use of funds from public and private sources with the goal of reducing
substance abuse. It will implement the Alliance programs formulated
by state law.
The Municipal Alliance Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
shall be composed of nine members representing three classes:
A.
Class I. The following or their designees shall serve as ex officio
members from the Township Administration: the Chief of Police, the
Health Officer, the Superintendent of Recreation.
B.
Class II. The Superintendent of Lawrence Township Schools or designee.
C.
Class III. Five at-large members who are residents of the Township
or who represent organizations receiving funds for alcohol and drug
abuse education or prevention from the Township. Class III members
shall be appointed for two-year terms, staggered.
A.
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 26:2BB-7, the Committee shall identify alcoholism
and drug abuse prevention, education and community needs in the Township
in consultation with the County Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism
and Drug Abuse; implement programs established via the County Annual
Alliance Plan; and seek funds in conjunction with the Lawrence Township
Council from appropriate county and state authorities in support of
substance abuse programs.
B.
B. The Committee may create bylaws, elect officers and hold meetings
in the furtherance of its charge.
