March 31, 2023

State Issues

FY 2024 Budget Departmental Hearings Begin

Yesterday the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee heard testimony from OLS Legislative Budget & Finance Officer Koeing & State Treasurer Muoio.

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116.

Deadline Approaching to Participate in Latest Opioid Settlement

Eligible municipalities should take note of the April 18 deadline to sign on to the latest national opioid settlement. The latest settlements with Teva, Allergan, Walgreens, Walmart, and CVS are separate and distinct from the settlements signed in 2021.

Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137.

20 and Out Legislation On Governor’s Desk

On Thursday, the full Assembly unanimously approved A-4498/S-3090, which provides police and fire a retirement allowance after 20 years of service regardless of age. The bill is now on the Governor’s desk.

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

Federal Issues

League Participates in National League of Cities CCC Fly In

The NJ State League participated in the National League of Cities (NLC) Congressional City Conference (CCC) in Washington D.C. and met with members of the New Jersey congressional delegation and their staff to discuss League priorities.

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Also of Interest

Internet For All: New Jersey Local Coordination Workshop

Monday, April 17, 2023

The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick, NJ

8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

This day long even will bring together local governments, community leaders, industry, state and federal representatives, and other critical partners from around the state to learn about and discuss key programs that are aimed at expanding broadband infrastructure and promoting digital equity for our residents. A virtual option to participate will be available. Registration is free.

NJ-GMIS Technology Education Conference

For a full day of education about local government technology solutions, tech management, and peer networking, join NJ-GMIS at its Annual Technology Education Conference on Thursday, April 20. The event takes place at The Palace at Somerset Park in Franklin Township (Somerset).

It’s not just for techies! Sessions include social media, communication skills, leadership, responding to ransomware, Daniel’s Law, stress management, and more. Plus, technical sessions on current products and services provided by our corporate sponsors. Over 40 vendors to learn from. Registration is now open. If you are involved in dealing with your organization’s tech, this event is for you.

NJ Local Government Week is Quickly Approaching!

Celebrate your municipality and showcase its beauty! Let residents know about your municipal facilities and highlight the services that their local government provides to them on a daily basis by participating in NJ Local Government Week April 16-22.

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