Weekly Roundup

October 18, 2024

State Issues

 

Fourth Round Affordable Housing Obligation Calculations Released

The Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has posted the non-binding calculations of municipalities’ present and prospective needs for affordable housing using the required methods under the new law.  

Read more: Fourth Round Affordable Housing Obligation Calculations Released

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

Comment Period on DEP REAL Rule Proposal Extended Four Days 

Yesterday, the NJDEP issued a public notice announcing that the comment period for the 1,044-page REAL Rule Proposal is extended four days from November 3 to November 7. No reasoning for the unusually short extension was provided in the Notice.  

Read more: Comment Period on DEP REAL Rule Proposal Extended Four Days 

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

Assembly Announces Select Committee on Ballot Design 

Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin and Assembly Minority Leader John DiMaio announced the creation of the Assembly Select Committee on Ballot Design.   

Read more: Assembly Announces Select Committee on Ballot Design 

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

Best Practices Inventory  Due October 25

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 2024-1 on Best Practices Inventory  

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

Statewide Drought Watch Issued

The State has issued a statewide Drought Watch, strongly urging residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water as persistent dry and warmer-than-average conditions continue to stress the state’s water supplies.

Read more: Statewide Drought Watch Issued

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

Federal


State Spends ARP Funds on Medical Debt Relief

This week, Governor Phil Murphy announced the state, in partnership with Undue Medical Debt, was utilizing $900,000 in American Rescue Plan funds to abolish the medical debt of 77,000 New Jersey residents.  

Read more: State Spends ARP Funds on Medical Debt Relief

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

2024 League Conference

 

Please Give to Those in Need: CFBNJ Fundraiser/Food Drive 

The League is working with the Community Foodbank of New Jersey to benefit state residents in need. Please take the opportunity to drop off non-perishable goods during the Annual Conference at the donation station located near the entry to Hall C at the Atlantic City Convention Center. Monetary contributions to the Community Foodbank of New Jersey are also welcome. 

Mayors Lunch Briefing: Honors and Answers 

The League’s Mayors' Briefing Luncheon will be held at the Annual Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 12:15-1:45 p.m. Join mayors from around the state and join in lively discussions with your peers and the Commissioners of State agencies. NJ State Police Colonel Patrick Callahan and NJ Department of Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn Suarez are confirmed. Also, celebrate with the newest class of inductees to the Mayors Hall of Fame and the Elected Officials Hall of Fame. 

Ticket Price is $30. Visit the conference website for more information.   

Five Women Honored for Contributions to Local Government 

After the Annual Conference sessions have concluded on Wednesday, November 20, elected officials and local government enthusiasts gather to celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding women in New Jersey government.  

The WIMG Networking & Awards Event will be held in the Crown Ballroom of the Sheraton at 5:30 p.m. The ticketed event will include a reception with plenty of time for networking followed by the presentation of this year's awards to five women who have achieved professionally while also inspiring and helping others in local government to achieve as well. 

This year’s winners are: 

  • BettyAnn Cowling-Carson, Mayor, Magnolia 
  • Janet Hoven, Mayor, Chester Borough 
  • Della McCall-Fisher, Director of Community Engagement & Filming Coordinator, Paterson 
  • Jacqueline Suarez, Commissioner, Department of Community Affairs and Director, Division of Local Government Services  
  • Kim-Marie White, Municipal Clerk, Local Registrar, Township Manager, and Qualified Purchasing Agent, Eastampton Township. 

For ticketing information, please visit the League Event Tickets (njlm.org) webpage.

League Luncheon: Be in the Room Where it Happens! 

On Thursday, November 21, noon-1:45 p.m., delegates will gather for this sit-down Delegates Luncheon, which puts you in the room with League and State leadership and creates a learning opportunity to start 2025 on the right foot.  The League Delegates Luncheon is a gathering of local government officials and those who support their work. Whether a longtime member or newly elected, it is an inspiring way to wrap up your Conference week. 

Honorees at the event will include Public Sector Career Recognition Awards to U.S. Representatives Bill Pascrell Jr. (District 9) and Donald Payne Jr. (District 10). And Distinguished Public Service Award: William Kearns, NJLM General Counsel, Helmer, Conley & Kasselman 

Tickets are $45 per person. Visit the conference website for more information.   

Download the 2024 Conference App Now 

Download the 2024 app before arriving in Atlantic City for the best experience and start planning your Annual Conference schedule now! You will need to download the latest version, even if you downloaded that app last year. 
  
 The Conference app is an easy-to-use and handy reference tool to guide you throughout Conference Week. 

View the session schedule on the go, see a full exhibitor listing, create a personalized schedule, receive last-minute schedule change alerts, login to message other attendees, or view the Consultants Listing and pre-schedule a meeting. 

To use the attendee messaging feature, create a custom schedule, and favorite exhibitors, sign into the app with your Confirmation ID/Badge ID number. Don't want to login? No problem! You can still utilize the other features of the app without logging in. 

Visit your app store to download. 

Also of Interest

 

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.

Approaches to Ending Unsheltered Homelessness    

The League hosted a Lunch and Learn with the Division of Housing and Community Resources and the Office of Homelessness to discuss effective strategies and partnerships essential for resolving encampments humanely and sustainably.  

Read more: Approaches to Ending Unsheltered Homelessness    

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

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