MAYOR'S NEWSLINE

October 2004

IMPORTANT EVENTS - PAST AND FUTURE
And staff contacts for more information
Also consult the calendar
For Seminar details, contact David Harkness ext. 18.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Conference Reminders New League Advisory Service League Annual Conference wins award Federal Brownfields Grants Announced Mayor Neary to Serve on State Task Force

FROM THE PRESIDENT
By Jo-Anne Schubert, Mayor, South Bound Brook

The 89th Annual League Conference is next month, and as president I would like provide some important reminders to municipal attendees.

Mayors should be sure to schedule time to attend the League's Annual Business meeting to be held Friday, November 19 at 8:30 a.m. in the Sheraton Pearl Ballroom. Complimentary parking is available for those delegates who are not guests of the Sheraton and an express breakfast is available to all. As mayor, only you or your registered designee is permitted to vote at this meeting. Your attendance is critically important to carrying out the business of the League.

Local officials should make sure to visit the consulting period on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in Hall A. Experts will provide up-to-date information on over 100 topics relevant to municipal administration. Get one-on-one consultation for new and useful information to help your municipality.

Finally, visit the exhibit floor and attend some of the many important education sessions. You may be able to find that much needed piece of equipment, product or service for your community from over 750 business vendors. Hundreds of League and affiliate group education clinics provide local officials with up-to-date information and answers to questions on key municipal topics.

Again, make the most of this year's conference by finding time for these important events. I look forward to seeing you in November. See more reminders inside this issue.

EXECUTIVE BOARD

LEAGUE CONFERENCE REMINDERS

RESOLUTIONS DEADLINE
-Contact Mike Cerra ext.20

The Conference Resolutions Committee will consider resolutions from officials who are currently in municipal office. All resolutions must be general and relate to municipal government interests. Resolutions must be received in the League office by October 22, 2004. Contact the League for more information.

MAYORS INFORMATION CENTER
-Contact Helen Yeldell ext.12

The Mayors Information Center continues to provide mayors a place to gather their thoughts, gain information and have a coffee break. Located at the end of the 1800 aisle in the exhibit hall, the Mayors Information Center can also serve as your office while in Atlantic City. The center offers you fax and copy machines courtesy of Ikon Office Solutions (booths 1037, 1136), position statements, major daily newspapers and space for a small meeting. The League makes this special facility available because we understand the needs of New Jersey's mayors.

COMCAST NEWSMAKERS INTERVIEWS
-Contact Sue Ruffino 732-602-7492 ext. 2617

As they have for the past nine years, Comcast Newsmakers will tape interviews with local officials in a studio set up on stage in the exhibit hall 1500 aisle. Interviews are scheduled in advance to fit your busy conference schedule. If you have not heard from Comcast Newsmakers, please contact them at the above referenced phone number.

MAYORS & LEAGUE LUNCH TICKETS
-Contact www.njslom.org and click on "89th Annual Conference"

Luncheon ticket order forms are available and can be downloaded off the League web site. Click the link to the 89th Annual Conference, print the form, complete it, and mail back to the League as soon as possible.

HOTEL DEADLINES

The Last date to make reservations (based on availability) is Friday, October 15. The last day to cancel reservations without incurring any charges is Friday, October 29. After that date, you must pay in full for all rooms reserved

MAYOR NEARY APPOINTED TO SMALL BUSINESS CONTINUITY TASK FORCE
Contact Mary Caffrey (609) 984-2888

East Brunswick Mayor and longtime small business owner William Neary will serve on the NJ Commerce and Economic Growth Commission's recently formed Small Business Continuity Task Force. The members are charged with preparing small businesses to meet and deal with potential disasters. Holmdel Administrator Christopher Schultz will also serve on the Task Force. Contact NJ Commerce for more information.

LEAGUE WINS AWARD FOR ITS ANNUAL CONFERENCE
-Contact Michael Darcy ext. 16

The League's Annual Conference is recognized by Tradeshow Week Magazine's 2nd Annual 50 Fastest Growing Shows. The awards recognize association, trade and consumer shows that have experienced significant growth from 2001 to 2003. During that period, the League exhibit space experienced more than 24 percent growth in net square feet. The awards will be presented November 13 in Dallas. Currently, the League's conference is the largest of its kind in the nation. Contact the League for more information.

NEW LEAGUE ADVISORY SERVICE
-Contact Deborah Kole ext. 37 or fax (609) 695-0151

The League announces a new Interlocal Service Cooperation and Management Advisory Service for member municipalities. The service offers experienced assistance to help determine impacts and potential consequences of your interlocal cooperation proposals. Basic one-hour consultancy is provided and site visits of one-half day are included when determined necessary by the League and the consultant. Requests for the service must be coordinated through the mayor/manager or governing body and should be faxed to the League on municipal letterhead. Contact the League for more information.

FEDERAL BROWNFIELD GRANTS
-Contact www.epa.gov/brownfields/applicat.htm

The EDA is accepting proposals for Brownfields assessment, revolving loan fund and cleanup grants. These grants are part of the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act to help states and communities around the country clean up and revitalize Brownfields sites. Proposals are due to the EPA by November 12, 2004. For more information, contact the above EPA web site.