This bill mandates the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University to conduct a comprehensive study aimed at identifying the most efficient methods for delivering local government services. The study will focus on various areas, including municipal courts, construction code enforcement, fire code enforcement, health services, property tax assessments, public works, and emergency services. The goal is to gather data that will inform the Legislature on how to streamline service delivery, ultimately reducing the property tax burden on New Jersey residents, who currently face the highest property tax rates in the nation.

To support this initiative, the bill appropriates $30,000 from the Property Tax Relief Fund to Rutgers for the study. The Bloustein School is required to utilize diverse research methods and is tasked with issuing a report of its findings and recommendations to both the Governor and the Legislature within one year of starting the study. This effort reflects the Legislature's commitment to enhancing the efficiency of local government services while maintaining high-quality service delivery for taxpayers.