N.J. Stat. § 40:14-16: Authorization to establish; policy

a. Any two or more municipalities within this State, alone, or together with one or more counties, may establish a joint commission for the alleviation of flood conditions within such participating municipalities and counties.

b. A commission established in accordance with this act shall work toward the prevention and alleviation of flooding and flood conditions within the area under its jurisdiction.

L.1971, c. 316, s. 1, eff. Sept. 14, 1971.