State Issues

PILOT Legislation Released From Senate Committee 

Legislation that requires municipalities to share PILOT funds with the schools was amended and released by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee on Monday and referred to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.  

Read more: PILOT Legislation Released From Senate Committee 

Contact: Lori Buckelew, Deputy Executive Director, lbuckelew@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x112.

Governor-Elect Launches Transition Website and Resume Portal  

Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s Gubernatorial Transition team announced the launch of a gubernatorial transition website, which will serve as a temporary hub for information about the transition and opportunities for New Jersey residents to get involved. 

Read more: Governor-Elect Launches Transition Website and Resume Portal  

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

NJ Municipalities November Issue: Haddonfield Black Heritage Trail Marker 

The NJ Municipalities blog focuses this week on the New Jersey Historical Commission’s (NJHC) unveiling of a New Jersey Black Heritage Trail historical marker in Haddonfield Borough at The Point of the intersection of Ellis and Potter Streets on borough-owned and maintained land. 

Want to share your local story? Please send in your 300- to 1,000-word items and photos.

Contact: Amy Spiezio, Editor, aspiezio@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x123.   

Federal Issues

Federal Government Shutdown Likely to End 

The partial federal government shutdown, which has been ongoing since October 1, is expected to end when the House passes the Senate's short-term funding bill. The government will reopen, and funding will be restored through January 30. 

Read more: Federal Government Shutdown Likely to End 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Municipal Grant Recipients Notice on Impact of Government Shutdown

Many grant programs have been impacted by the federal government shutdown, which may result in delays, assistance, and the release of funding opportunities.

Read more: Municipal Grant Recipients Notice on Impact of Government Shutdown

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

Funding for Studies on Medical Disorders

The National Institutes of Health has released a new funding opportunity, “Optimizing Treatment Strategies for Adult Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)”.

Read more: Funding for Studies on Medical Disorders

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

Conference Connections

NJLMEF Kickoff Event Focuses on Security 

Start the Conference this year with the 3rd Annual League Foundation Kickoff Breakfast at 9:00 a.m. at the Atlantic City Convention Center. At 9:30 a.m., Lieutenant Colonel David Sierotowicz, Homeland Security Branch Command, NJ State Police, will speak on homeland security issues and human trafficking as we approach the Nation’s 250th Celebrations and hosting the 2026 World Cup. 

Breakfast is free, but registration is required in advance. 

Film Ready NJ Workshop 

Join the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission (NJMPTVC) and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) for the Film Ready NJ Workshop starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday. Attending this Workshop is the first step to becoming a certified Film Ready NJ community. The workshop will also feature Film Ready Police + Fire, from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m., designed to educate and train police and fire chiefs in public safety and motion picture and entertainment safety. Register for free by November 14. 

Session Spotlight: Labor Issues

Civil Service Commission updates, ethics, State Health Benefits updates, First Amendment Auditors, and workplace morale are just a few of the League Conference Sessions focused on labor issues. The sessions will help you plan, learn best practices, and see what emerging topics will affect your community. For CEU and speaker information, please visit the Conference website or download the Conference app.

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Session Spotlight: Municipal Finance  

Equip yourself with the right knowledge for your town’s financial future at our Municipal Finance sessions. Delve into topics ranging from the increased cost of health benefits to the impacts of inflationary cost increases on municipal finances to strategies for maximizing federal grant opportunities. Arm yourself with the insights and tools these sessions offer, ensuring you're well-prepared for future challenges. For CEU and speaker information, please visit the Conference website or download the Conference app.  

Read more: Conference Connections- Municipal Finance