New Jersey § 40a:9-136
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 40a:9-136, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40a:9-136.
The governing body of any municipality, by ordinance, may create the office of municipal
administrator and delegate to him all or a portion of the executive responsibilities
of the municipality. He shall receive such compensation as the ordinance creating such office shall provide
and as from time to time may otherwise be directed by the governing body by ordinance. Such ordinance may provide that a person appointed to the office of municipal administrator
need not be a resident of the municipality. The position of joint administrator may be established where two or more municipalities
find it appropriate to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 40a:9-136
What does New Jersey Statutes § 40a:9-136 cover?
Section 40a:9-136 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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