January 2023

Growing Toward Prosperity

Q&A with New League President Mayor Raymond Heck of Millstone Borough (Somerset)

Q. What led you to get involved in local government?

A. From an early age, I was exposed to the arena of local government. Both my parents worked for the township I grew up in and were active in the community. Seeing firsthand the peaks and pitfalls of managing daily operations, I noticed the integrity of the workers achieving positive results. I was looking for purpose and to be a part of something that could help the community grow and prosper.

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Picture of Mayor Pikolycky, Mike Cerra, Governor Murphy & Mayor Heck

Optimistic About the Future

Governor Phil Murphy addressed the League Luncheon, hitting topics of municipal concern moving into 2023

The following are highlights from a speech presented by Governor Phil Murphy at the Annual League Conference in Atlantic City on November 18.

To each of you out there -- mayors and committee -- or councilmembers, alike -- I know I’ve said it before... while I may be the face of New Jersey as governor, for so many of our residents, it’s what happens at the local level, where you sit, which has the greatest impacts on daily life.

And you sought the offices you hold because you believe in your community.

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Legal Q & A

Each month League Associate General Counsel, Frank Marshall, answers questions concerning local government and local government officials. This month's questions and answers are in regard to lobbyist registration and selecting a mayor at reorganization. This column is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice.

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