The Board of County Commissioners is empowered with a broad scope of authority, some of which is designated to them by the State of New Jersey. Its responsibilities include both legislative and executive functions including the oversight and regulation of county property and finances. This includes the upkeep of 380 miles of county roads and nearly 1,000 bridges, maintenance of more than 15,000 acres of county park lands, providing the largest circulating library system in the state, and maintaining a AAA bond rating.Generally, the County Commissioners duties include: Preparing and adopting the county budget. Authorizing expenditures and bonds. Appointing county officials and members to boards, commissions and authorities. Supervising the administration of county government.