[HISTORY: Adopted by the Township Committee of the Township of Middle 10-3-2022 by Ord. No. 1659-22. Amendments noted where applicable.]
A. 
There is hereby created the "Rio Grande Community Partnership."
B. 
The Township Committee wishes to bring Rio Grande residents, business owners, social service agencies and local government together to address ongoing concerns in the Rio Grande area.
A. 
This Committee shall consist of nine members appointed by the governing body, whereas the Chair Person shall be appointed by the Mayor. The Board would consist of Rio Grande area residents and business owners as well as representatives and advisers from local and county government and the Middle Township Police Department.
B. 
The initial appointees to the board shall serve terms as follows:
(1) 
Four regular members: three-year term.
(2) 
Three regular members: two-year term.
(3) 
Two regular members: one-year term.
C. 
Thereafter, all subsequent or reappointed members shall serve a term of three years commencing January 1.
D. 
The members of the Committee shall serve without compensation.
E. 
The Committee will meet at least on a quarterly basis, or on such other more frequent meeting dates as the agenda established by the Committee shall provide.
F. 
The Rio Grande Community Partnership shall have no policy-making powers, nor shall it have the power to hire employees or otherwise expend moneys.
G. 
On behalf of the Committee, the Township shall appoint a staff member as secretary to the board and provide legal counsel from the municipal solicitor.