Acting mayor

N.J. Stat. § 40A:9-131
in effect
Sign in to generate a plain English summaryAsk Belisarius Agent
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.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/legislative-activity/statutesFetched: 10/17/2026

Starting a business in New Jersey? New Jersey LLC guide: costs and requirements