State Issues

Lunch & Learn: NJDEP REAL Rule Proposal Now Posted 

The October 3 Lunch & Learn: NJDEP REAL Rules and Municipal Impact is now available to view on the League’s website. 

Read more: Lunch & Learn: NJDEP REAL Rule Proposal Now Posted 

Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137. 

State Health Benefits Open Enrollment Period Begins 

The State Health Benefits Open Enrollment Period began on October 1 and closes on October 31, 2024. For more information on changes for Plan Year 2025, please read the League’s recent blog post.  

Read more: State Health Benefits Open Enrollment Period Begins 

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Governor Signs Historic Property and Brownfield Reinvestment Bill 

On September 30, Governor Murphy signed A-4619, which modifies certain provisions of Historic Property Reinvestment and Brownfields Redevelopment Incentive programs.  

Read more: Governor Signs Historic Property and Brownfield Reinvestment Bill 

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

DLGS Issues LFN 2024-13 on Best Practices Inventory     

The Division of Local Government Services has issued Local Finance Notice 2024-13 which released the Best Practices Inventory to all municipalities. The Best Practices Inventory is due Friday, October 25, 2024. 

Read more: DLGS Issues LFN 2024-13 on Best Practices Inventory   

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

Federal

Legislation Introduced to Increase SALT Deduction Cap 

Senator Helmy & Congresswoman Sherrill introduced Tax Relief for Middle-Class Families legislation to increase the SALT deduction cap from $10,000 to $100,000, increasing the cap that was implemented with the passage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.   

Read more: Legislation Introduced to Increase SALT Deduction Cap 

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

2024 League Conference

Deadline Approaching: Reserve Your Rooms for the 2024 Annual Conference 

Don’t miss the opportunity to stay in the heart of the action, reserve your hotel space for the 2024 Annual Conference by October 11.  

Read more: Deadline Approaching: Reserve Your Rooms for the 2024 Annual Conference 

Have Your Voices Heard: Send in Your Conference Resolutions 

Sending in Conference Resolutions that suggest changes to improve municipal life helps build the foundation for the League Legislative team’s annual actions. Now is the time to submit your resolutions for this year’s Annual Conference.  

Read more: Have Your Voices Heard: Send in Your Conference Resolutions 

Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137. 

NEW for 2024:  Hear from the Candidates for Governor

Be sure to join us for a first at the Conference. NJ Spotlight News Senior Political Correspondent David Cruz will be taping a special episode of his NJ PBS program “Chat Box”  on the exhibit floor at the League. This program will feature declared candidates running for Governor in 2025. The program will be recorded on the morning of Thursday, November 21, 2024. More details will follow in the upcoming weeks.

Contact: Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120.

Also of Interest

Register for Oct. 15 Lunch & Learn on Homeless Encampments 

The Department of Community Affairs will discuss Homeless Encampments during the League’s Lunch & Learn webinar on Tuesday, October 15, at noon. 

Read more: Register for the Oct. 15 Lunch & Learn on Homeless Encampments 

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Lunch & Learn: How to Choose a Health Benefit Plan  

Join us for a Lunch & Learn webinar, “How to Choose a Health Benefit Plan,” on Monday, October 7, from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. 

Kevin Lyons, Legal Protection Plan Administrator & Health Benefits Coordinator for New Jersey State PBA, will guide you through the process of reviewing and selecting a health benefit plan for open enrollment. He will explain how to compare different plans, understand the terminology used, and make the best choice for your needs. 

The webinar is free, please register in advance.  

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

League Now Accepting Applications for the 2024 Innovation in Governance Awards Program

Through our annual recognition program, the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and the New Jersey League of Municipalities (NJLM) will again acknowledge and promote Innovation in Governance. This is a great opportunity to showcase innovative solutions to any problems that have cropped up in your municipality. It can also be an opportunity to let your peers in on innovations that prevent problems from arising. The Innovation in Governance Awards Committee is looking for new and distinctive approaches in any municipal government department. You can apply through our new online application process this year, or simply print and send it via email or mail! The nomination deadline is Friday, October 25, 2024.
  
Visit our awards page to see previous years of impressive ideas created by our winning municipalities as well as the full invitation and application to this year’s program.

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.