NJ A5308

Establishes a local government unit management enhancement review grant program administered by the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs

Provides grants to municipalities, counties, and other local government units to hire consultants for efficiency reviews that identify shared services opportunities, cost savings, and service delivery improvements

Sets maximum grant awards at $150,000 for county-based local government units and $100,000 for municipal-based units, with recipients required to contribute 25% matching funds

Requires consultants to hold New Jersey professional licenses such as certified municipal finance officer, qualified purchasing agent, certified public works manager, certified municipal clerk, or certified tax collector

Appropriates $1.5 million from the General Fund and mandates participating units submit reports within one year detailing expenditures and cost savings achieved