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1 Department and Branch Recommendations This section of the Budget includes appropriations, expenditures, and programmatic evaluation data for the Legislature, State Departments and the Judiciary. A single unified presentation provides a comprehensive view of all of a department s operations across all fund categories (Direct State Services, Grants -In -Aid, State Aid and Capital Construction) and funds (General Fund and Dedicated Funds). The four major dedicated funds included are Property Tax Relief Fund, Casino Control Fund, Casino Revenue Fund and the Gubernatorial Election Fund.Direct State Services support the operation of State programs. Grants -In -Aid represent funds, which are allocated to various public, and private, non -profit agencies for State supported services. State Aid comprises recommendations for payments by the State to or on behalf of a local unit of government, including school districts, municipalities and counties. Capital Construction includes funds for various equipment, renovation and construction of facilities, and infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and wastewater treatment systems. Departmental presentations in alphabetical order. Within departments activities are grouped by Statewide Programs; Departmental overview with total Direct State Services funding recommendations by program and spending object; Objectives for each program; Purpose of department divisions and programs; Evaluation data detailing measures of performance, effectiveness and efficiency; Three -year comparison of prior year expenditures, current year appropriations and Governor Chris Christie s major budget recommendations for each program.

2 Mission and Goals The Legislature is the state s highest lawmaking body. It is one of the three separate and independent branches of government that make up the checks and balances system created by the New Jersey Constitution and is empowered to appropriate funds for the operation of state government. The 40 members of the Senate are elected for a term of four years. The 80 members of the Assembly are elected for a term of two years. The Office of Legislative Services, a nonpartisan agency that provides legislators with economic and budget analyses required for making legislative decisions, is also a part of the legislative branch. Legislative commissions assist in the legislative process by providing in -depth studies, holding public hearings and making recommendations on select issues as they arise. Budget Highlights The Fiscal 2013 Budget for the Legislature totals $76.1 million, a decrease of $2.0 million, or 2.7% under the fiscal 2012 adjusted appropriation of $78.1 million. It provides $11.7 million to the Senate and $18.2 million to the Assembly. The recommendation also provides $30.6 million to the Office of Legislative Services and $15.5 million to the various legislative commissions. The proposed Budget recommends line -item appropriations to five legislative commissions: The Intergovernmental Relations Commission provides funding which permits the State of New Jersey to participate as a member of national and regional organizations. OVERVIEW LEGISLATURE The Joint Committee on Public Schools provides an ongoing study of the system of free public schools its financing, administration and operations. The State Commission of Investigation probes organized crime and improprieties in the conduct of publicly -funded programs. The Commission has repeatedly demonstrated its ability to uncover and document waste, fraud, and abuse at all levels of government via investigations that have recouped millions of dollars in tax revenues. The Law Revision Commission simplifies, clarifies and modernizes New Jersey statutes. It conducts an ongoing review of the statutes in order to identify areas that require revision and considers suggestions and recommendations from the American Law Institute, the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws and other learned bodies as well as from judges, public officials, bar associations, members of the bar and the general public. The Commission recommends the correction of inconsistent, obsolete and redundant statutes, and comprehensive modifications of select areas of the law. The State Capitol Joint Management Commission ensures the artistic, historical and architectural integrity of any restoration or preservation project at the State House, the State House Annex and adjacent environs, and also manages the Capitol Complex, including security and janitorial services. SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY FUND (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended GENERAL FUND 75,648 14,242 1,627 91,517 77,897 Direct State Services 78,097 76,085 76, , , Capital Construction ,648 16,578 1,627 93,853 77,897 Total General Fund 78,097 76,085 76,085 75,648 16,578 1,627 93,853 77,897 Total Appropriation, Legislature 78,097 76,085 76,085 SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY PROGRAM (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES - GENERAL FUND Legislative Activities 11,459 5, ,677 11,530 Senate 11,700 11,700 11,700 17,902 2, ,333 17,146 General Assembly 18,217 18,217 18,217 29,691 2,932 1,299 33,922 32,145 Legislative Support Services 30,843 30,631 30,631 59,052 10,166 1,714 70,932 60,821 Subtotal 60,760 60,548 60,548 D-1

3 LEGISLATURE June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended Legislative Commissions and Committees 16,596 4, ,585 17,076 Legislative Commission 17,337 15,537 15,537 16,596 4, ,585 17,076 Subtotal 17,337 15,537 15,537 75,648 14,242 1,627 91,517 77,897 Total Direct State Services - General Fund 78,097 76,085 76,085 75,648 14,242 1,627 91,517 77,897 TOTAL DIRECT STATE SERVICES 78,097 76,085 76,085 CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION Legislative Activities , , Legislative Support Services , , Subtotal , , TOTALCAPITALCONSTRUCTION ,648 16,578 1,627 93,853 77,897 Total Appropriation, Legislature 78,097 76,085 76, GOVERNMENT DIRECTION, MANAGEMENT, AND CONTROL 71. LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES SENATE Under the Constitution, as amended in 1966, certified by the Apportionment Commission and modified by the Supreme Court, the legislative power is vested in a Senate of 40 members and a General Assembly of 80 members with one Senator and two members of the General Assembly being elected from each of 40 legislative districts, apportioned according to population based on the latest decennial census. All members of the Senate and Assembly were elected in November Senators are elected for a term of four years and members of the General Assembly for a term of two years. The compensation of members of the Legislature is $49,000 per year (C52:10A -1). The President of the Senate and the Speaker of the General Assembly, by virtue of their offices, receive an additional allowance equal to one -third of their compensation. EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PERSONNEL DATA Position Data Filled Positions by Funding Source State Supported TotalPositions Filled Positions by Program Class Senate TotalPositions Notes: Actual payroll counts are reported for fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as of December and revised fiscal year 2012 as of January. Not included are the 40 Senators and part -time positions. The funded position count for fiscal year 2013 will be determined by the Legislature. D-2

4 LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS DATA (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Distribution by Fund and Program 11,459 5, ,677 11,530 Senate 01 11,700 11,700 11,700 11,459 5, ,677 11,530 Total Direct State Services 11,700 (a) 11,700 11,700 Distribution by Fund and Object Personal Services: ,964 Senators (40) 1,990 1,990 1,990 10,739 1, ,534 4,633 Salaries and Wages 4,590 4,590 4, ,351 Members Staff Services 4,400 4,400 4,400 10,739 1, ,534 10,948 Total Personal Services 10,980 10,980 10, , , Materials and Supplies , , Services Other Than Personal Maintenance and Fixed Charges Additions, Improvements and Equipment ,459 5, ,677 11,530 Grand Total State Appropriation 11,700 11,700 11,700 Notes - - Direct State Services - General Fund (a) The fiscal year 2012 appropriation has been adjusted for the allocation of salary program. Language Recommendations - - Direct State Services - General Fund The unexpended balance at the end of the preceding fiscal year in this account is appropriated. 70. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION, MANAGEMENT, AND CONTROL 71. LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES GENERAL ASSEMBLY EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PERSONNEL DATA Position Data Filled Positions by Funding Source State Supported TotalPositions Filled Positions by Program Class GeneralAssembly TotalPositions Notes: Actual payroll counts are reported for fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as of December and revised fiscal year 2012 as of January. Not included are the 80 State Assemblypersons and part -time positions. The funded position count for fiscal year 2013 will be determined by the Legislature. D-3

5 LEGISLATURE APPROPRIATIONS DATA (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Distribution by Fund and Program 17,902 2, ,333 17,146 General Assembly 02 18,217 18,217 18,217 17,902 2, ,333 17,146 Total Direct State Services 18,217 (a) 18,217 18,217 Distribution by Fund and Object Personal Services: ,940 Assemblypersons (80) 3,937 3,937 3,937 17, ,054 4,171 Salaries and Wages 4,702 4,702 4, ,507 Members Staff Services 8,800 8,800 8,800 17, ,054 16,618 Total Personal Services 17,439 17,439 17, Materials and Supplies , Services Other Than Personal Maintenance and Fixed Charges Special Purpose: Transition Expense Additions, Improvements and Equipment ,902 2, ,333 17,146 Grand Total State Appropriation 18,217 18,217 18,217 Notes - - Direct State Services - General Fund (a) The fiscal year 2012 appropriation has been adjusted for the allocation of salary program. Language Recommendations - - Direct State Services - General Fund The unexpended balance at the end of the preceding fiscal year in this account is appropriated. 70. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION, MANAGEMENT, AND CONTROL 71. LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE SERVICES The Office of Legislative Services was established under the provisions of the Legislative Services Law, P.L.1979, c.8 and amended by P.L.1985, c.162 (C52:11-54 et seq.), which merged the former Office of Fiscal Affairs and the Legislative Services Agency. The Office is under the Legislative Services Commission OBJECTIVES 1. To provide legal, fiscal, research, and information services to the members and officers of the Legislature and its committees and commissions. 2. To provide administrative services on behalf of the Legislature in the areas of purchasing, data processing, facilities, public educational programs, and legislative district offices. 3. To provide continuous revision of the general and permanent statute law of the State; to prepare and submit to the Legislature for its action, legislative bills designed to revise such portions of the general and permanent statute law as in the judgment of the commission may be necessary to remedy defects therein, to accomplish improvement thereof, and to maintain the same in revised, consolidated, and simplified and provides nonpartisan staff services for the Legislature through an Executive Director, an Administrative Unit and Divisions of Legal Services, State Auditing, Information and Research, and Budget and Finance. form under the general plan and classification of the Revised Statutes. 4. To study the methods, practices, and procedures employed by the Legislature and make such recommendations for their improvement and modernization as the commission shall deem desirable. PROGRAM CLASSIFICATIONS 03. Legislative Support Services. This function encompasses the following: Office of the Executive Director, Office of the Legislative Counsel, Central Management Unit, Office of the State Auditor, Office of the Legislative Budget and Finance Officer, Data Management Unit, and the Administrative Unit. Office of the Executive Director Supervises and directs the office; conducts the district office leasing program and the related district office program for the Legislature. D-4

6 LEGISLATURE Office of the Legislative Counsel Acts as counsel to the Legislature; furnishes the Legislature with legal opinions as to the subject matter and legal effect of statutes and statutory proposals and parliamentary law and legislative procedure; provides standards for the examination and editing of all proposed bills and resolutions for compliance with prescribed form; conducts a continuous examination of statutory law and court decisions for the purpose of preparing legislation to correct defects and to revise and modernize the statutory law; assigns compilation numbers to newly enacted laws. Central Management Unit Provides staff for legislative standing reference committees and such other committees and commissions as directed; prepares informational memoranda and reports on legislative matters, drafts of bills, resolutions, and bill amendments. Office of Public Information Operates a public information service; records proceedings of hearings; prepares and distributes various legislative documents. Office of the State Auditor Performs a comprehensive financial post -audit of the State and all of its agencies. The division examines and audits accounts, reports, and statements and in addition, makes independent verification of all assets and liabilities, revenues and expenditures, policies and programs. The division makes, or causes to be made, studies and reports with respect to economy, internal management control, and compliance with laws and regulations of the operation of State or State -supported agencies. Office of the Legislative Budget and Finance Officer Collects and assembles information with reference to the fiscal affairs of the State, examines all requests for appropriations and claims against the State; provides the Legislature with expenditure information and performance analyses of programs and transactions; examines and processes fiscal notes. Data Management Unit Supervises the operation, maintenance and security of the legislative computer system. Administrative Unit Handles personnel, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, space acquisition and assignment, and other centralized services for the Office of Legislative Services as well as the administration of legislative printing. EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PERSONNEL DATA Position Data Filled Positions by Funding Source State Supported TotalPositions Filled Positions by Program Class Legislative Support Services TotalPositions Notes: Actual payroll counts are reported for fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as of December and revised fiscal year 2012 as of January. The funded position count for fiscal year 2013 will be determined by the Legislature. APPROPRIATIONS DATA (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Distribution by Fund and Program 29,691 2,932 1,299 33,922 32,145 Legislative Support Services 03 30,843 30,631 30,631 29,691 2,932 1,299 33,922 32,145 Total Direct State Services 30,843 (a) 30,631 30,631 Distribution by Fund and Object Personal Services: 21, ,145 25,042 23,650 Salaries and Wages 23,443 23,443 23,443 21, ,145 25,042 23,650 Total Personal Services 23,443 23,443 23,443 1,065 1,124-1, Materials and Supplies 1,065 1,065 1,065 2, ,315 1,969 1,828 Services Other Than Personal 2,527 2,527 2,527 3, ,250 4,770 4,669 Maintenance and Fixed Charges 3,181 3,181 3,181 Special Purpose: State House Express Civics Education Program Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity D-5

7 LEGISLATURE June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Continuation and Expansion of Data Processing Systems Statute Challenges Fund Senator Wynona Lipman Chair in Women s Political Leadership, Eagleton Institute Henry J. Raimondo New Jersey Legislative Fellows Program S Additions, Improvements and Equipment S CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION Distribution by Fund and Program , , Legislative Support Services , , Total Capital Construction Distribution by Fund and Object Office of Legislative Services , , Space Planning, Restore and Renovate Historical State House and Annex ,691 5,268 1,299 36,258 32,145 Grand Total State Appropriation 30,843 30,631 30,631 Notes - - Direct State Services - General Fund (a) The fiscal year 2012 appropriation has been adjusted for the allocation of salary program. Language Recommendations - - Direct State Services - General Fund Such sums as may be required for the cost of information system audits performed by the State Auditor are funded from the departmental data processing accounts of the department in which the audits are performed. Such sums as are required, as determined by the Technology Executive Group of the Legislative Information Systems Committee of the Legislative Services Commission, for the continuation and expansion of existing and emerging computer and information technologies for the Legislature including but not limited to interactive video conferencing, telecommunication capabilities, electronic copying and facsimile transmissions, training and such other technologies in order to sustain a coordinated and comprehensive legislative technology infrastructure that the Legislature deems necessary are appropriated. No amounts so determined shall be obligated, expended or otherwise made available without the written prior authorization of the Senate President and the Speaker of the General Assembly. Such sums as are required for Master Lease payments are appropriated, subject to the approval of the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting and the Legislative Budget and Finance Officer. Receipts derived from fees and charges for public access to legislative information systems and the unexpended balance at the end of the preceding fiscal year of such receipts are appropriated and shall be credited to a non -lapsing revolving fund established in and administered by the Office of Legislative Services for the purpose of continuing to modernize, maintain, and expand the dissemination and availability of legislative information. The unexpended balance at the end of the preceding fiscal year in this account is appropriated. D-6

8 LEGISLATURE 70. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION, MANAGEMENT, AND CONTROL 77. LEGISLATIVE COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES The functions of the Intergovernmental Relations Commission (C52:9B -1 et seq.) are to participate as a member of regional and national commissions; to confer with officials of other states and the federal government; to formulate proposals for cooperation between this State and other states and with the federal government and to maintain liaison with inter -governmental agencies. The functions of the Joint Committee on Public Schools Commission (C52:9B -1 et seq.) are to participate as a member of regional and national commissions; to confer with officials of other states and the federal government; to formulate proposals for cooperation between this State and other states and with the federal government and to maintain liaison with inter -governmental agencies. The State Commission of Investigation (C52:9M -1) conducts investigations in connection with the effective enforcement of the laws of the State, with a particular focus on organized crime and racketeering, the conduct of public officers and public employees, and of officers and employees of public corporations and authorities. The Commission, in addition, performs investigations at the direction of the Legislature or the Governor and recommends legislative or regulatory changes. The functions of the Apportionment Commission, pursuant to Article IV, Section III of the New Jersey State Constitution, are to establish Senate and Assembly districts and apportion the senators and members of the General Assembly among them within one month of receipt by the Governor of the official decennial census of the United States for New Jersey. The New Jersey Law Revision Commission (created by P.L.1985, c.498) was established to promote and encourage the clarification and simplification of the laws of New Jersey. The Commission continually examines general and permanent statutory law and related judicial decisions to identify defects and anachronisms. The function of the New Jersey Redistricting Commission is to formulate Congressional districts in New Jersey for the election of members to the United States House of Representatives. The districts remain unaltered through the next year ending in zero in which a federal census for New Jersey is taken, unless the districts are ruled invalid by New Jersey or United States courts. The State Capitol Joint Management Commission was created by P.L.1992, c.67 for the purpose of maintaining, monitoring, and preserving the architectural, historical, cultural and artistic integrity of any completed project whose purpose is to restore, preserve or improve the capitol complex. The complex consists of the State House, the State House Annex and the adjacent environs. The eight -member commission is equally balanced with four members from the executive branch of State government and four members from the legislative branch. EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PERSONNEL DATA Position Data Filled Positions by Funding Source State Supported TotalPositions Filled Positions by Program Class LegislativeCommission TotalPositions Notes: Actual payroll counts are reported for fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as of December and revised fiscal year 2012 as of January. The funded position count for fiscal year 2013 will be determined by the Legislature. APPROPRIATIONS DATA (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Distribution by Fund and Organization Intergovernmental Relations Commission , Joint Committee on Public Schools , ,523 4,576 State Commission of Investigation 4,643 4,643 4,643 1, ,100 1,034 Apportionment Commission New Jersey Law Revision Commission New Jersey Redistricting Commission 1, D-7

9 LEGISLATURE June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES 9,901 2, ,004 10,582 State Capitol Joint Management Commission 9,838 9,838 9,838 Distribution by Fund and Program 16,596 4, ,585 17,076 Legislative Commission 09 17,337 15,537 15,537 16,596 4, ,585 17,076 Total Direct State Services 17,337 (a) 15,537 15,537 Distribution by Fund and Object Intergovernmental Relations Commission Expenses of Commission The Council of State Governments National Conference of State Legislatures Eastern Trade Council - The Council of State Governments Northeast States Association for Agriculture Stewardship - -The Council of State Governments Joint Committee on Public Schools , Expenses of Commission State Commission of Investigation 4, ,523 4,576 Expenses of Commission 09 4,643 4,643 4,643 Apportionment Commission 1,100 S ,100 1,034 Expenses of Commission New Jersey Law Revision Commission Expenses of Commission New Jersey Redistricting Commission Expenses of Commission 09 1,800 S State Capitol Joint Management Commission 9,901 2, ,004 10,582 Expenses of Commission 09 9,838 9,838 9,838 16,596 4, ,585 17,076 Grand Total State Appropriation 17,337 15,537 15,537 OTHER RELATED APPROPRIATIONS Federal Funds Legislative Commission Total Federal Funds All Other Funds Legislative Commission Total All Other Funds ,596 4, ,614 17,078 GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS 17,337 15,537 15,537 Notes - - Direct State Services - General Fund (a) The fiscal year 2012 appropriation has been adjusted for the allocation of salary program. Language Recommendations - - Direct State Services - General Fund The unexpended balances at the end of the preceding fiscal year in these accounts are appropriated. Receipts from the rental of the Cafeteria and the Welcome Center and any other facility under the jurisdiction of the State Capitol Joint Management Commission are appropriated to defray custodial, security, maintenance and other related costs of these facilities. Such sums as are required for the establishment and operation of the Apportionment Commission and the Legislative Redistricting Commission are appropriated, subject to the approval of the Director of the Division of Budget and Accounting and the Legislative Budget and Finance Officer. D-8

10 Mission and Goals In the State of New Jersey, the Office of the Chief Executive, also referred to as the Governor s Office, includes the Governor along with staff responsible for the execution of the Governor s constitutional powers and duties. The Governor is the State s chief executive officer. The Governor s Office directs and coordinates the activities of the various State departments. These duties include the implementation of new laws and activities, as well as ongoing responsibilities associated with DEPARTMENT OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE existing laws and other essential aspects of governing. The Office reviews and formulates proposals of law that are ultimately submitted to the State Legislature. It develops public policy affecting the citizens of New Jersey and implements the State s fiscal plan, once it is adopted. Budget Highlights The Fiscal 2013 Budget for the Chief Executive totals $6.0 million, the same level as the fiscal 2012 adjusted appropriation. SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY FUND (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended GENERAL FUND 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Direct State Services 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Total General Fund 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Total Appropriation, Chief Executive 6,013 6,013 6,013 SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY PROGRAM (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES - GENERAL FUND Management and Administration 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Executive Management 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Subtotal 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Total Direct State Services - General Fund 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 TOTAL DIRECT STATE SERVICES 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Total Appropriation, Chief Executive 6,013 6,013 6,013 D-9

11 CHIEF EXECUTIVE 70. GOVERNMENT DIRECTION, MANAGEMENT, AND CONTROL 76. MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OBJECTIVES 1. To administer affairs of the State so that public needs are met and maximum benefit is effected from available public resources. 2. To assure that the laws of the State are faithfully executed. 3. To serve as Commander -In -Chief of all military and naval forces of the State. 4. To make appointments and fill vacancies in accordance with legal requirements. 5. To approve or disapprove legislation. 6. To grant pardons and reprieves in all cases other than impeachment and treason. 7. To supervise each department and agency of the State. 8. To represent the State in relations with other governments and the public. PROGRAM CLASSIFICATIONS 01. Executive Management. In accordance with provisions of the State Constitution, the Governor is elected by the legally qualified voters of New Jersey and is the principal executive and administrative officer of the State. The Governor administers the affairs of the State so that public needs are met and maximum benefit is attained. The Governor appoints executive and judicial officers pursuant to law, supervises the administration of the executive branch, presides at regularly scheduled cabinet meetings with department heads, executes the laws, serves as Commander -In -Chief of the military and naval forces of the State, grants pardons and reprieves, convenes the Legislature, communicates to the Legislature concerning the condition of the State and recommends measures, submits the annual State budget to the Legislature, and approves or vetoes legislation either conditionally or absolutely. EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PERSONNEL DATA Position Data Filled Positions by Funding Source State Supported TotalPositions Filled Positions by Program Class ExecutiveManagement TotalPositions Notes: Actual payroll counts are reported for fiscal years 2010 and 2011 as of December and revised fiscal year 2012 as of January. The Budget Estimate for fiscal year 2013 reflects the number of positions funded. APPROPRIATIONS DATA (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES Distribution by Fund and Organization 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Chief Executive s Office 6,013 6,013 6,013 Distribution by Fund and Program 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Executive Management 01 6,013 6,013 6,013 4, ,449 6,193 6,132 Total Direct State Services 6,013 (a) 6,013 6,013 Distribution by Fund and Object Personal Services: 3, ,211 5,023 5,000 Salaries and Wages 5,186 5,186 5,186 3, ,211 5,023 5,000 Total Personal Services 5,186 5,186 5,186 Chief Executive s Office National Governors Association Coalition of Northeastern Governors Education Commission of the States D-10

12 CHIEF EXECUTIVE June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 (S) Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Prog. Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Class. Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES National Conference of Commissioners On Uniform State Laws Brian Stack Intern Program Allowance to the Governor of Funds Not Otherwise Appropriated, For Official Reception on Behalf of the State, Operation of an Official Residence, and other Expenses Materials and Supplies Services Other Than Personal Maintenance and Fixed Charges Additions, Improvements and Equipment , ,449 6,193 6,132 Grand Total State Appropriation 6,013 6,013 6,013 OTHER RELATED APPROPRIATIONS All Other Funds R , Executive Management , , Total All Other Funds ,562 1,823 1,449 7,834 6,844 GRAND TOTAL ALL FUNDS 6,763 6,763 6,763 Notes - - Direct State Services - General Fund (a) The fiscal year 2012 appropriation has been adjusted for the allocation of salary program. Language Recommendations - - Direct State Services - General Fund The unexpended balance at the end of the preceding fiscal year in this account is appropriated. D-11

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14 Mission The Department of Agriculture protects the citizenry of the State through monitoring and surveillance that keeps agricultural products free from plant and animal diseases. The Department also preserves our farmland, promotes New Jersey agricultural and aquacultural products, protects and conserves agricultural and natural resources, and provides fresh and nutritious breakfast and lunch programs to our State s schoolchildren. The Department also helps provide emergency feeding assistance to our State s food insecure. Goals The Department has many goals. It is tasked with preserving farms, and protecting and conserving natural and agricultural resources. It seeks to protect producers and consumers by ensuring safe, high -quality agricultural products and services. Department DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE OVERVIEW AGRICULTURE programs also aim to support and expand profitable, innovative agricultural and food industry development. The Department makes sure that children, the needy and other New Jersey citizens get access to fresh and nutritious foods. It promotes agricultural awareness and involvement through education programs and it seeks to guarantee the delivery of quality services by a well -trained and motivated workforce. The State Agriculture Development Committee, which is in but not of the Department, administers the Farmland Preservation Program. Budget Highlights The Fiscal 2013 Budget for the Department of Agriculture totals $19.8 million, the same level as the fiscal 2012 adjusted appropriation. SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY FUND (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended GENERAL FUND 6,802 2, ,380 9,714 Direct State Services 7,335 7,335 7,335 6, ,314 7,025 Grants -In -Aid 6,818 6,818 6,818 5, ,640 5,615 State Aid 5,623 5,623 5, Capital Construction ,368 3, ,050 23,062 Total General Fund 19,776 19,776 19,776 19,368 3, ,050 23,062 Total Appropriation, Department of Agriculture 19,776 19,776 19,776 SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS BY PROGRAM (thousands of dollars) June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended DIRECT STATE SERVICES - GENERAL FUND Agricultural Resources, Planning, and Regulation 1, ,436 1,211 Animal Disease Control 1,134 1,134 1,134 1, ,183 1,887 Plant Pest and Disease Control 1,673 1,673 1, ,074 1,044 Agriculture and Natural Resources Food and Nutrition Services ,627 1,607 Marketing and Development Services , ,660 2,659 Farmland Preservation 2,006 2,006 2, , Administration and Support Services ,802 2, ,380 9,714 Subtotal 7,335 7,335 7,335 6,802 2, ,380 9,714 Total Direct State Services - General Fund 7,335 7,335 7,335 6,802 2, ,380 9,714 TOTAL DIRECT STATE SERVICES 7,335 7,335 7,335 D-13

15 AGRICULTURE June 30, 2011 June 30, 2013 Orig. & Transfers & 2012 Supple - Reapp. & (E) Emer - Total Adjusted Recom - mental (R) Recpts. gencies Available Expended Approp. Requested mended GRANTS -IN -AID - GENERAL FUND Agricultural Resources, Planning, and Regulation Agriculture and Natural Resources , ,918 6,818 Food and Nutrition Services 6,818 6,818 6, Farmland Preservation , ,314 7,025 Subtotal 6,818 6,818 6,818 6, ,314 7,025 Total Grants-In-Aid - General Fund 6,818 6,818 6,818 6, ,314 7,025 TOTAL GRANTS-IN-AID 6,818 6,818 6,818 STATE AID - GENERAL FUND Agricultural Resources, Planning, and Regulation 5, ,613 5,613 Food and Nutrition Services 5,613 5,613 5, Farmland Preservation , ,640 5,615 Subtotal 5,623 5,623 5,623 5, ,640 5,615 Total State Aid - General Fund 5,623 5,623 5,623 5, ,640 5,615 TOTAL STATE AID 5,623 5,623 5,623 CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION Agricultural Resources, Planning, and Regulation Farmland Preservation Subtotal TOTAL CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION ,368 3, ,050 23,062 Total Appropriation, Department of Agriculture 19,776 19,776 19, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 49. AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES, PLANNING, AND REGULATION OBJECTIVES 1. Permanently preserve and retain the maximum amount of New Jersey farmland in order to maintain a viable agriculture and food industry and to promote smart growth and a high quality of life for New Jersey citizens. 2. To encourage and support stewardship of agricultural land and other natural resources in order to protect and enhance fertile soils, clean water, and productive and healthy animal and plant resources. 3. To administer fair and effective regulatory, inspection, grading, and other quality assurance programs for food, agricultural products, and agricultural inputs. 4. To foster agricultural economic growth, profitability, and a positive business climate through technical and financial assistance, market development, and effective product and industry promotion. 5. To implement food and nutrition assistance programs to maximize participation of eligible New Jersey citizens and strengthen agriculture s relationship with the food industry. 6. To ensure the sustainability of New Jersey s agricultural industry through agricultural education, youth development, training opportunities, and successful communication with the agricultural community, general public, and all levels of government. 7. To represent the Department and the Administration in a professional manner through a diverse, effectively managed, highly trained, and committed staff supported by efficient use of available technology and resources in a work environment that fosters excellence. D-14

16 AGRICULTURE PROGRAM CLASSIFICATIONS 01. Animal Disease Control. Resident and imported animals are subject to Department programs of disease detection, control, and eradication. These include surveys, periodic inspections, regular and special field and laboratory examinations, quarantines, slaughter of certain animals, disinfection, and related epidemiology. Programs and regulations are adjusted based on changes in the appearance and virulence of disease in and out of the State. The program sets standards and issues licenses to livestock dealers, auctions, and biologic manufacturers and distributors in order to reduce the spread of infection. To prevent the introduction of exotic diseases not known to this country, it participates in the United States Department of Agriculture s (USDA) National Emergency Animal Disease Eradication Program. One phase involved is the licensing and supervision of the processing of food wastes fed to swine to prevent food borne disease. The program takes the lead in working with the State s Domestic Security Taskforce in identifying potential terrorism threats related to the State s agricultural and agribusiness sectors. In addition, the Division of Animal Health operates an animal health diagnostic laboratory to identify causes of disease. 02. Plant Pest and Disease Control. The food crop, forests, and other plant resources of the State are protected against injurious plant insects and diseases by programs of the Department. Surveys and investigations are conducted regularly to delineate and measure insect populations and disease problems. Major infestations are countered with carefully regulated chemical and/or biological control programs. Where beneficial insects or other parasites are known, the Department, through its beneficial insect rearing laboratory, mass produces and releases them into the agricultural or forest environment for pest control. In cooperation with the USDA, the Department controls the movement of plant materials. All nurseries producing plant materials are inspected for pests and disease and must be free of both to qualify for certification. Samples of agricultural and garden seed are randomly selected and tested for variety content, germination, and other labeled guarantees. Products which do not conform to label claims are removed from sale and violators are subject to penalty action and prosecution. 03. Agriculture and Natural Resources. This program is designed to maintain, conserve, and enhance New Jersey s rural and agricultural resources and to control erosion, sedimentation, and nonpoint sources of water pollution. The primary objective of this program is to improve agricultural productivity and viability while maintaining environmental quality. Soil and water resource management standards and regulations are promulgated and plans for soil erosion and sediment control are certified for land disturbance activities. Technical assistance is provided to landowners and public agencies through the State Soil Conservation Committee and local soil conservation districts. Cost sharing is provided to eligible farmland owners for the installation of conservation practices. The Division coordinates the implementation of the State s Aquaculture Development Act and coordinates the agricultural education and Future Farmers of America youth programs. 05. Food and Nutrition Services. This Division includes Child Nutrition Services and Commodity Distribution. The Child Nutrition program consists of six components in public and non -public schools, residential and non -residential childcare institutions, day care centers, recreation centers, and other agencies that qualify for this aid. Program responsibilities include developing, disseminating, evaluating, and approving all pertinent program documents required for participation; providing technical assistance in the areas of implementation, facilities improvement, and food service methods; on -site monitoring of programs for compliance with State and federal regulations; and providing financial assistance. State and/or federal reimbursements are paid to school districts for part of the cost of school lunches and school breakfasts. In addition, non -school programs receive federal foods, especially for disadvantaged children. The Commodity Distribution program receives, handles, stores, and distributes federal surplus food made available by the United States Department of Agriculture to State, county and municipal institutions, schools, charitable and welfare organizations, and needy individuals. It also processes some of the federally -donated basic food commodities. Inspections are made in all organizations and institutions for compliance. The Division of Food and Nutrition s Food Distribution Program administers the State Food Purchase Program by providing grant funds each quarter to the State s six Emergency Feeding Organizations (EFOs) to expand the purchase of nutrient dense foods for distribution through their local network food pantries, homeless shelters and soup kitchens that provide food assistance to more than two million needy citizens who rely on federal nutrition assistance programs. The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) distributes federally -donated food commodities to needy citizens through a network of food centers, food banks, and food pantries. 06. Marketing and Development Services. The Division of Marketing and Development provides an array of marketing and regulatory services that benefit the agricultural community and the public. The Bureau of Market Development and Product Promotion and the Economic Development section help farmers access new markets, as well as work to improve bottom line efficiencies on the farm. Inspectors from the Bureau of Commodity Inspection and Grading ensure that the public receives quality produce, seafood, poultry and egg products. The Agricultural Chemistry Bureau inspects and certifies various fertilizers and feeds purchased by New Jersey farmers. The Equine Industry programs provide equine services, as well as administer the Sire Stakes program. The Jersey Fresh Program, aimed at domestic and foreign consumers, assists New Jersey farmers in expanding their market share. Individual product promotions are also conducted by nine agricultural commodity councils. Programs for the promotion of the New Jersey horse industry are conducted with funds derived from a small percentage of the pari -mutuel handle at both the thoroughbred and standard bred racetracks. Growth of the horse breeding industry is encouraged through monies awarded in the form of stakes purses and breeders awards. The continued growth and expansion of the Horse Park of New Jersey is supported. D-15

17 AGRICULTURE This program also contains the Agricultural Chemistry Program, which determines compliance with the stated contents of animal feeds, fertilizers, and liming materials offered for sale for farm and non -farm use. Random inspections and analyses of raw material commodities and animal feeds are conducted to determine the presence of natural and anthropogenic contaminants and adulterants. Through on -site inspections at agribusiness plants, consumers are assured a supply of the highest quality fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, and poultry products. Official inspection and grading services are provided to farmers, packers, processors, and wholesale and retail markets under formal agreements with the United States Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Commerce. The Dairy program is responsible for fostering a stable and competitive dairy industry, including the regulation and enforcement of the production, processing, distribution, and sales of fluid dairy products. In addition, this program licenses dealers who purchase milk from New Jersey farmers or who sell fluid dairy products to other dealers and to retail outlets. In order to be licensed, the dealers must post a bond with the Secretary of Agriculture conditioned upon the payment of all amounts due and owing to New Jersey farmers. The voluntary Third Party Audit program, operated in conjunction with the USDA allows growers, packers and shippers of fresh produce to verify to buyers that they are growing, harvesting, packing and shipping their product in a safe and sanitary manner by using standardized agricultural and handling practices. The Licensing & Bonding function requires all entities that purchase raw milk, fruits, vegetables, live poultry, eggs, hay, grain or straw from New Jersey producers on credit to be licensed and bonded by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. These services are designed to protect New Jersey farmers against non -payment for their products. As an accredited certifying agent under the USDA National Organic Program, the State Department of Agriculture s Organic Certification program certifies handlers and producers to sell agricultural products under the organic designation. 08. Farmland Preservation. The State Agriculture Development Committee (SADC) administers New Jersey s Farmland Preservation Program. The Farmland Preservation Program compensates farm owners for their development rights if their deeds restrict their farms against future development. The terms of these deed restrictions can be permanent or for as short a period as eight years. Future owners of permanently preserved farms must comply with all deed restrictions. The SADC coordinates with participating counties, municipalities and not -for -profit organizations to purchase development rights from farm owners in order to permanently deed restrict those farms for agricultural purposes. Eight year preservation programs offer participating farm owners certain benefits of the permanent program but no monetary compensation. The SADC also administers the New Jersey Right to Farm Program and other programs to help foster long term agricultural viability. 99. Administration and Support Services. The State Board of Agriculture consists of eight farmers, elected at the annual Agricultural Convention. The Board is empowered to establish programs, regulations, and policies that it deems essential. The Secretary of Agriculture serves as Secretary to the Board and Chief Executive of the Department, and is a member of the Governor s Cabinet. The Secretary is responsible for implementing State laws, regulations and policies established by the Board of Agriculture. The Secretary s office provides overall planning, coordination, and priority guidance for Department programs, policy and plan development, general hearing services, agricultural information services, and executive and legislative liaison. Department -wide general administrative services are provided, including services related to personnel and employee relations, fiscal control, management systems, and other administrative functions. EVALUATION DATA Budget Actual Actual Revised Estimate FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 FY 2013 PROGRAM DATA Animal Disease and Plant Pest and Disease Control Animal Disease Control: Regulatorylicenses(a) General,special,andotherlaboratoryexams(a)... 51,189 37,734 32,000 35,000 Plant Pest and Disease Control: Nurseriesanddealerscertifiedfreeofplantpests(a)... 1,250 1,251 1,249 1,250 Nurseryacreagecertifiedfreeofplantpests... 19,500 19,500 17,971 17,971 Bee colonies found disease free... 98% 99% 98% 98% Seedmeetingtruthinlabelingrequirements(a) % 95% 95% 95% Pesticidenotapplied(lbs.)(a)... 65,800 62,000 61,000 60,200 Forestandcropacreagestabilizedbiologically ,000 1,037,000 1,037,000 1,100,000 Majorexoticinsectandplantdiseasefieldsurveys Agriculture and Natural Resources Aquaculture production (lbs.) (a)... 4,884,711 4,909,135 4,933,681 5,874,521 Soil and Water Conservation Programs: Land protected from soil erosion and sedimentation (acres) 17,000 15,000 13,000 10,000 Food and Nutrition Services Emergencyfoodassistancedelivered(lbs.)... 23,900,000 20,000,000 20,000,000 26,000,000 StateFoodPurchaseProgram(lbs.)... 9,700,000 9,838,230 8,138,015 8,150,000 School lunch delivered (lbs.)... 31,134,091 33,785,452 34,000,000 32,350,000 D-16