New Jersey Statutes 40A:9-131. Acting mayor
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Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 40A:9-131
- Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.
In every municipality, unless otherwise provided by law, if a vacancy occurs in the office of mayor, by reason of death, resignation or otherwise, the presiding officer of the governing body shall become the acting mayor until a successor is elected and qualified.
L.1971, c. 200, s. 1, eff. July 1, 1971.