75-5909.   Secretary may organize department and assign functions, powers and duties; secretary to meet with council. (a) On and after July 1, 1977, the secretary may create and establish offices, divisions and administrative units as necessary for the efficient administration and operation of the department and may assign functions, powers and duties to the several offices, divisions and administrative units in the department.

      (b)   On and after July 1, 1977, the secretary shall meet regularly with the council to advise the council on all matters relating to the policy and administration of programs and services to the aging provided by the department.

      History:   L. 1977, ch. 288, § 9; April 28.