2015 New Jersey Revised Statutes
Title 40 - MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES
Section 40:69A-120 - Legislative power; quorum; mayor's duties; president of council
40:69A-120. Legislative power; quorum; mayor's duties; president of council
The legislative power of the municipality shall be exercised by the council, except as may be otherwise provided by general law. The mayor shall participate and vote as other council members. A majority of the whole number of the governing body shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business but a smaller number may meet and adjourn from time to time. The mayor shall preside over all meetings of the council. The council shall select from among its members a president of the council who shall serve in place of the mayor in the event of his absence, disability or refusal to act.
L.1950, c. 210, p. 496, s. 13-6, eff. June 8, 1950.
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