• Meets:  Six times per year at the Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater - 876 E. Main Street Bridgewater, NJ
• Term:  3 year term 
• Expires:  December 31  (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Consists of older individuals (including minority individuals and older individuals residing in rural areas) who are participants or who are eligible to participate in programs supported under the Older Americans Act, family caregivers of such individuals, representatives of older individuals, service providers, representatives of the business community, local elected officials, providers of veterans’ programs/ health care (if appropriate) and the general public.
• Mission:  Advises the Board of County Commissioners and the Executive Director of the Office on Aging and Disability Services to advance the agency’s mission of developing and coordinating services for all older persons and caregivers in the planning and service area. Activities include planning for and assisting in the development and coordination of services and providing community education, awareness and advocacy related to community based service provision for seniors and caregivers.

• Meets: 2^nd Wednesday Monthly (except February, April, July & August) at 1:30 pm at Senior Wellness Center at Bridgewater, 876 E. Main Street Bridgewater, NJ
• Term:  2 year term (staggered to allow even turnaround each year)
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Requires a minimum of 15 and maximum of 25 members who demonstrate qualities of leadership and involvement in matters related to persons with disabilities.
  • 51% of members have disabilities or related member
  • 7 member representatives of agency, organization or provider
• Mission Statement:  Advises the Board of County Commissioners through the Department of Human Services to address the needs of persons living with disabilities. Activities include planning for and assisting in the development and coordination of services and providing community education, awareness and advocacy for persons living with disabilities.

• Meets:  4^th Monday of the month, 8:00 am, in the Commissioner's Meeting Room (3^rd Floor) of the Somerset County Administration Building, 20 Grove Street, Somerville, NJ
• Term:  4 year term
• Expires:  December 31 
• Membership: 7 voting members
  • 4 - members engaged in farming
  • 3 - represent general public
• Mission Statement: Advise the Board on strengthening the industry, preserving farmland, educating the public on the importance of agriculture and encouraging healthy lifestyles by promoting locally grown agricultural products to the residents.

• Meets:  As needed
• Membership:  At a minimum, representation from the following organizations/groups:
  • Health Officers and/or County Associations that represent them
  • Physicians
  • Hospital Representatives
  • Public Health Nurses
  • Public Health Educators
  • Infection Control Practitioners
  • Local American Red Cross Chapter
  • Nursing Homes
  • Public Health Nurse Administrators
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Emergency Management Coordinators
  • Pharmacists
  • Primary Care Physicians
  • County and Municipal Offices of Emergency Management
  • Emergency Responders (Fire, Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Hazmat personnel)
  • Community agencies and organizations that may support public health preparedness and response
  • Medical Examiner
  • Veterinary medicine
  • County Health Department Staff
  • Other agencies and organization that may support public health preparedness and response
• Mission Statement:  Assist in the development and implementation of a Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Plan for Somerset County, identify and define the County’s response capabilities and needs in the event of a terrorist act, explore appropriate resources, and to develop long range strategies for planning, training and response.

• Meets:  As needed
• Term:  1 year
• Mission Statement:  Provide leadership and guidance to enhance the County’s public health readiness to prevent, prepare for and respond to a bioterrorism attack.

• Meets:  3^rd Wednesday monthly at 9:30 am, 27 Warren St, Conference Room 3, 3^rd Floor
• Membership:  Include but not be limited to, private citizens and representatives of:
  • Local Advisory Committee on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse;
  • County Human Services Advisory Council;
  • Superintendent of Schools;
  • Existing county council on alcoholism, if any:
  • County Prosecutor’s Office;
  • Family part of the Chancery Division of the Superior Court;
  • Youth Service Commission;
  • County School Board Association;
  • County health agency;
  • County mental health agencies;
  • Local businesses;
  • County Affiliate of the New Jersey Education Association; and
  • Other service providers
• Mission Statement:  Advisory arm/subcommittee of LACADA –coordinates the county’s efforts to combat alcoholism and drug abuse through prevention, intervention and education.

• Meets Tuesdays: January 14, March 10, April Forum TBD, June 9, September 8, and November 10, 11:00 a.m. at 27 Warren Street, Conf. Rm 2
• Term:  No specified term
• Expires:  Appointment made based on position held – expires with termination of employment or resignation from the Board
• Membership:
  • Child advocacy organizations
  • Civic organizations
  • Human Services agencies one of which shall be DYFS
  • Medical and Health professionals
  • Parent-teacher organizations
  • Educators
  • Family court personnel
  • Youth Services Commission members
  • Crisis Intervention Units
  • Consumers of Services
  • Citizen Representatives who the county believes would provide a valuable contribution to the special commission
• Mission Statement:  Addresses child abuse issues and neglect by arranging educational programs and information on services for parents and children, coordinates services and programs offered in the county and neighboring counties and communicates and shares information on trends and priorities to a variety of planning bodies.

• Meets:  2^nd Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. at 20 Grove Street, Commissioner's Meeting Room
• Term:  4 years
• Expires:  June 30
• Membership:
  • One plumbing sub-code official
  • One electrical sub-code official
  • One registered architect or licensed professional engineer with building construction experience or a qualified building sub-code official
  • One fire protection sub-code official
  • One certified fire official
• Mission Statement:  Hears appeal applications filed by person(s) or entity(s) who are aggrieved by any ruling, action, order or decision made by a local enforcing agency that enforces the State Uniform Construction Code and/or Uniform Fire Code within Somerset County.

• Cultural & Heritage Advisory Committee - Recommended by Town
  • Term:  1 year
  • Expires:  December 31
  • Membership:  1 from each municipality (appointments recommended by the Mayor and Council)
  • Mission Statement:  Representatives recommended by each municipality, and officially appointed by the SC Board of County Commissioners, for reciprocal benefit of bringing to the Cultural and Heritage Commission matters relating to their municipality, as well as disseminating pertinent information/news from the Commission back to their municipality. 

• Cultural & Heritage Commission - R.S. 40:33A-1
  • Meets: 1^st Thursday monthly (except July & August) 7:30pm, Engineering Conference Room, 2^nd Floor, Administration Building, 20 Grove St
  • Term:  5 year term
  • Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
  • Membership:  9 - residents of the county
  • Mission Statement:  To educate and enrich the lives of County residents by providing programs and services that preserve, promote and protect the culture and heritage of Somerset County.

• Meets:  Last Monday of the month at 6pm,  20 Grove Street
• Term:  2 years
• Expires:  March 1
• Membership:  Appointed by the State
• Mission Statement:  Ensures the integrity and accuracy of every election by administering fair and appropriate voting procedures which are in full compliance with federal and state election laws and regulations.

• Meets:  3^rd Tuesday monthly at 6:00pm, Engineering Conference Room, 2^nd Floor, Administration Bldg., 20 Grove Street
• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  December 31  (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  No less than 9 Members, no more than 11 members – county employees or county residents
• Mission Statement:  Advise the Planning Board on matters relating to energy, advocates for energy efficiently and conservation and promotes public understanding of opportunities and choices regarding energy issues.

• Meets:  Quarterly
• Term:  3 year term 
• Expires:  December 31  (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  5-7 members. Appointed by Commissioners. 
• Mission:  The Film Commission will market the county’s robust natural landscapes and diverse communities to film, television, and digital productions while encouraging them to take advantage of New Jersey’s significant tax incentives for film. It is supported by the Somerset County Business Partnership, the Somerset County Office of Planning, Policy & Economic Development, and the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

• Meets:  Quarterly and as needed
• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at annual meeting)
• Membership:  32 members
  • 16 – Somerset County Appointments
  • 10 – Hunterdon County Appointments
  • 6 – Joint Hunterdon and Somerset County appointments
• Mission Statement:  "Through policy, oversight, and planning, The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board ensures that workforce training and education investments are responsive to and meet the needs of employers and jobseekers."

• Meets:  As called
• Term:  1 year
• Expires:  December 31  (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership: 
  • 2 - County Commissioners
  • 1 - Representative of the Department of Human Services
  • 3 - Members of the community
• Mission Statement:  To set policy and make funding recommendations for the HOME Investment Partnership Program, which is funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Meets:  As called
• Term:  2 years
• Expires:  December 31  (appointed at the annual meeting)

• Meets:  4^th Wednesday monthly (except August & December) at 1:30pm, 27 Warren St, Conference Room 3, 3^rd Floor
• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership: Nominating committee forwards nominations to County Commissioner Board
• Mission Statement:  To provide a mechanism through which representatives of government, voluntary agencies, providers, consumers, consumer advocates and municipal representatives coordinate their efforts to improve the quality of human services for residents of Somerset County.

• Meets:  As needed
• Term:  5 years
• Expires:  February 1
• Membership:
  • 5 members appointed by the County Commissioners
  • Counsel and Auditor appointed by the Authority
• Mission Statement:  To assist Somerset County, its agencies, municipalities and not-for-profit service providers in obtaining financing for critical capital projects.

• Meets:  As needed
• Term:  5 years
• Expires:  February 1
• Membership:  5 members appointed by resolution
• Mission Statement:  A subdivision of the State of New Jersey created for the purpose of acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, repairing, altering, improving, extending, owning, leasing, financing, selling, maintaining, operating and disposing of pollution control facilities within Somerset County.

• Meets:  3^rd  Wednesday monthly at 9:30 am 27 Warren St, Conference Rm 3, 3^rd Floor
• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  No less than 10 and no more than 16 members with at least 2 members being in recovery 
  • The committee shall include representatives from:
    • The county prosecutor or his designee;
    • A wide range of public and private organizations involved in the treatment of alcohol and drug-related problems;Other individuals with interest or experience in issues concerning alcohol and drug abuse and to the maximum extent feasible represent the various socioeconomic, racial and ethnic groups.
• Mission Statement:  Advises the County Commissioner Board on policy, program needs and priorities for prevention, education, treatment and recovery supports for alcoholics and drug abusers by actively engaging in community based planning educating and promoting the public on these issues and always looking to deter, curb or cure the disease of substance use disorders.

• Meets: 2^nd Thursday of the month at 7pm
• Term:  No specified term
• Members: Appointed by the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners, the LGBTQ+ Advisory Board consists of seven members who will serve one- to three-year terms depending on their role.  Board members will include a student from Raritan Valley Community College, and six public members who will be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.
• Mission Statement: Supports diversity in Somerset County by raising public awareness, and advocating for LGBTQ+ residents by promoting justice and equality, ending oppression and inequities, ensuring that all voices in the community are heard, and fostering mutual respect among residents and its leaders.  The Advisory Board will also conduct ongoing outreach, promote education about LGBTQ+ issues, respond to community needs, and recommend positive changes. These and additional future actions will result in measurable outcomes that are lasting and sustainable.

• Meets:  1^st Wednesday monthly (except July & August) 7pm, County Library in Bridgewater
• Term:  5 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  7 Members with a majority of members from hosting communities
• Mission Statement:  The Commission hires a Library Director, sets policy for the Library and establishes an annual budget for its operation.

• Meets: 1^st Thursday monthly at 5pm – 27 Warren Street, Conference Room 2A, 2^nd Floor
• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Not less than 7 or more than 12 residents of the County
• Mission Statement:  Oversee and monitor Mental Health Services to ensure the quality of life and access to services for those in need in Somerset County.

• Term:  3 years
• Expires:  March 1
• Mission Statement:  Advise the Board on matters of mosquito abatement in the county.

2023 Meetings: contact LeighAnn Sullivan (908-541-5022) if you are planning to attend. 

• April 27, 2023 
• May 25, 2023 
• June 29, 2023 
• July 27, 2023 
• August 31, 2023 
• September 28, 2023 
• October 26, 2023

• Meets – 2^nd Wednesday monthly at 5:30pm – 20 Grove St
• Term:  1 year
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Maximum 10 voting
  • 1 - County Commissioner appointed by County Commissioners
  • 1 - Park Commission appointed by Park Commission
  • 1 - Planning Board appointed by County Planning Board
  • 2 - Recommended by the Republican Party
  • 2 - Recommended by the Democratic Party
• Mission Statement:  Provide bi-partisan representation in the recommendation for the annual allocation of monies for open space projects to be funded through the Open Space Trust Fund and changes or additions to the County Parks Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.

• Meets:  3^rd Thursday monthly at 8 am or 3:30 p.m. (varies) – 355 Milltown Road
• Term:  5 years
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  9 residents
• Mission Statement:  Promotes stewardship of land and resources, provides outstanding recreation opportunities and leisure services, and fosters an environment which is service-oriented and responsive to public needs.

• Meets:  3^rd Tuesday monthly at 4:45pm – 20 Grove ST
• Terms:  3 years                                                
• Non-term:  Commissioner Director
• Membership:
  • 1^st and 2^nd alternate - 1 year term Commissioner
  • Commissioner - alternate
  • County Engineer
  • Assistant Engineer - Alternate
  • Director of Planning – Non Voting
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Not less than 5 or more than 9 members
• Mission Statement:  Positively influence the process of growth and change in the County so it provides the optimum living and working environment for residents and workers, builds balanced communities, promotes regional awareness and cooperation, protects the natural environment and preserves our rich history, farmland and natural beauty.

• Board of School Estimate - Raritan Valley Community College - N.J.S.A. 18A:64A-16
  • Meets:  Annually and as needed
  • Term:  1 year  
  • Expires:  Appointed annually on or before December 1
  • Membership:
    • Director of the Board of County Commissioners – each county
    • One member of the Board of County Commissioners– each county
    • One member of the Board of Trustees – each county
  • Mission Statement:  Fixes and determines by official action taken at a public meeting of the board the amount of money necessary to be appropriated for use of the county college for the option and capital outlay expenses for the school year, exclusive of the amount to be received from the state and other sources

• College Board of Trustees - N.J.S.A. 18A:64A-24
  • Meets:  The RVCC Board of Trustees meets monthly ten times per year, with the exception of July and December. Meetings shall commence at 5:15 p.m., and shall be held in the Atrium or Grand Conference Room on the campus of Raritan Valley Community College, County Route 28 and Lamington Road, North Branch, Branchburg.
  • Term:  4 years
  • Expires:  November 1
  • Membership:  15 members
    • 7 - members Somerset County Commissioner appointments
    • 3 - members Hunterdon County Commissioner appointments
    • 1 - Hunterdon County Executive Superintendent (Interim-Juan filling both positions)
    • 1 -  Somerset County Executive Superintendent (Interim filling both positions)
    • 2 -  Governor Appointments
    • 1 - Voting member elected by student body of RVCC
  • Mission Statement:  Responsible for the quality and integrity of the institution, the financial stability, educational excellence and the overall planning and policy making for the College.

• Trustee Search Committee for Community College - R.S. 18A:64A-8
  • Meets:  Annually and as needed
  • Term:
  • Expires:
  • Membership:  Not less than 5 members (residents of Somerset or Hunterdon County – not elected officials)

• Meets:  5 times a year at 3pm – RHCMHC, 500 North Bridge Street
• Term:  3 Year (may not serve more than 3 consecutive full terms and a period of two years must pass before reappointment)
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  Not to exceed 10 members
  • 2 - members must be consumers
  • 2 - members must be a family member of a consumer and one must be identified as an alternate
  • Limited to people who work or reside in Somerset County
  • No county employee shall serve on the Council with member status
  • County Commissioner Liaison to Human Services shall serves as ex-officio
• Mission Statement:  To provide community feedback to the Mental Health Center to insure the provision of the best possible programs and practices possible for the residents of Somerset County.

• Meets: As needed
• Term:  2 years 
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  8 voting members
  • 51% consumers pursuant to the guidelines for the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Act 1984
  • 2 representatives from agencies that represent Seniors or Residents with Disabilities and the Office on Aging
• Mission Statement:  Provides guidance and advice to the Division of Transportation regarding the transportation program for senior citizens and persons with disabilities within Somerset County.

• Meets:
• Term:  1 Year
• Expires:  December 31
• Membership:  2 from each municipality (appointments recommended by Mayor and Council of municipality)
• Mission Statement:   Members are recommended by the governing body of each Somerset County municipality. The Board consults with the County Commissioner Board in in the development and formulation of the district solid waste management plan.

• Meets:  1^st Wednesday monthly at 6:30pm - 20 Grove St
• Term:  1 Year
• Expires:  December 31 (appointed at the annual meeting)
• Membership:  9 residents of the County
• Mission Statement:  Advocates on behalf of women and girls by providing venues that foster equality, knowledge, empowerment, and opportunities to obtain well-being.

• Meets:  2^nd Tuesday monthly 12 noon at 27 Warren Street and as needed
• Term:  3 Years
• Membership: 5 - appointed by the Governor – resident of the county with no more than three members belonging to the same political party (first-class county has 5 members, otherwise 3 members with no more than 2 belonging to the same political party)
• Mission Statement:  To establish and maintain a fair and equitable distribution of the tax burden among all property owners in the County of Somerset, through supervision of assessors and conduct of the tax appeal process.

• Vocational Board of Education - N.J.S.A. 18A:54-16
  • Meets:  4^th Monday monthly at 5:00 p.m. at the Somerset County Vocational & Technical Schools, 14 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater
  • Term:  4 Years
  • Expires:  October 31
  • Membership:  Citizen and resident of the county for three years prior to appointment
  • Mission Statement:  To provide an educational program of excellence for students to achieve the New Jersey Student Learning Standards at all grade levels to develop responsible graduates who are academically, technically and vocationally competent and prepared for the future.

•  Vocational Board of School Estimate - N.J.S.A. 18A:54-27
  • Meets:  Annually at 20 Grove St (special meetings as necessary)
  • Term:  Annual Term
  • Expires:  December 31
  • Membership:
    • 2 Members of the Vocational Board of Education appointed by the BOE
    • 3 Members of the County Commissioners Board, one of which is the Commissioner Director
  • Mission Statement:  To provide an educational program of excellence for students to achieve the New Jersey Student Learning Standards at all grade levels to develop responsible graduates who are academically, technically and vocationally competent and prepared for the future.

• Meets  4^th Tuesday monthly at noon – 27 Warren Street
• Term:  3 Years
• Expires:  December 31
• Membership:  No fewer than 21
• Mission Statement:  Brings together key community leaders to examine the needs of the County’s at-risk and court-involved youth. Develops solutions in the service delivery system, facilitates coordination so that services can be truly effective and plans for the future to benefit all our youth.