The Municipal Clerks Association of Somerset County is hosting a free lunch and learn.
The Ins and Outs of the GRC"
OPRA complaints and how to navigate them. Gain valuable insights into the GRC and OPRA.
When: Monday, October 19, 2026
Where: Virtual via ZOOM
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30PM
See attached flyer!
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Dear Members,
As we celebrate 100 years of serving New Jersey's Municipal and Deputy Clerks, we're excited to continue our tradition of education, collaboration, and professional excellence!
Our Association is a longstanding, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Municipal and Deputy Clerks grow, connect, and succeed.
Through continuing education, we empower our members with the knowledge and resources they need to excel in their roles while promoting consistent, high-quality municipal practices throughout New Jersey.
To help make this possible, we're raising funds to support our annual educational conference, presented in partnership with Rutgers University. The 2027 Conference, taking place April 12–15, 2027 at Resorts Casino, is one of the highlights of the year—bringing together clerks from across the state for inspiring educational sessions, valuable networking opportunities, an exciting vendor expo, committee meetings, and the celebration of outstanding achievements through our annual awards.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our members and friends. Your generosity helps us continue investing in the education and professional development of Municipal Clerks across New Jersey. As always, thank you for your continued support—we couldn't do it without you!
The Municipal Clerks' Association of New Jersey (MCANJ) is excited to kick off a 18-week NFL Football Fundraiser, and we invite YOU to join in on the fun!
📅 Games begin September 13th
⏰ Tickets must be purchased by 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 12th
📲 Use the QR code on the flyer to get your ticket today!
Here’s why you’ll love this fundraiser:
* Fun and easy – no need to watch the games or even be a football fan!
* Our organization is guaranteed at least one winner each week.
* Each ticket purchase includes all 18 weeks of the fundraiser.
* All funds raised will go toward offsetting the costs of our 2027 conference.
* All participants will receive an access code in their purchase confirmation to download free music from www.charitystudio.com<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=http%3a%2f%2fwww.charitystudio.com&c=…>
It’s a simple way to support MCANJ while having a chance to win each week. Share the attached flyer with your colleagues, family, and friends – the more tickets sold, the more we raise for our upcoming events!
Thank you for your continued support!
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The Division of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) issued an advisory notice regarding sales costs for alcoholic beverages. In November 2025, the U.S Mint stopped production of the penny. Consequently, ABC received inquiries about whether licensees may round sales prices, since the penny is no longer in production and in short supply. ABC will allow the adjustment of a sales price up or down if it does not decrease the “cost” of an alcoholic beverage as defined by N.J.A.C. 13:2–2.
Click below to read the full notice:
https://nj.gov/oag/abc/notices/AN_2026-10_Sales_Below_Cost.pdf
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Good afternoon,
Your fellow Municipal Clerks across the state are offering CEU opportunities this fall. See attached registration forms for the following mini conferences: Monmouth County, Gloucester County and Cape May County.
Have a great day!
MCANJ Website Manager
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Municipal Clerks’ Association of New Jersey
Legal Defense Fund
The Legal Defense Fund was established by the Municipal Clerks’ Association to financially assist Municipal Clerks when actions have been taken against them in the performance of their duties.
‼️Important‼️ You must renew your MCANJ Annual Membership and pay your membership dues before you can join or renew with the Legal Defense Fund.
The Legal Defense Fund application for FY 2027 is now open to members of MCANJ. Initial Dues are $75 for the year and renewals are $25 for each subsequent year. The application for LDF membership can be found on our website – NJClerks.org.<https://www.njclerks.org/cn/webforms/form.cfm?FormID=164&tpid=18590&uuid=0D…> Use your 4-digit Membership ID and password you obtained when you renewed your MCANJ membership to log into the application. Once you complete the application, you will get confirmation of your membership. Credit card payments are accepted. If paying by check, please mail a copy of the invoice with your check.
Please remember that your payment is due by November 1, 2026. If your payment is not received by that date, you will be deleted from the system and have to join as a new member. Thank you!
MCANJ Website Manager
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Good morning everyone,
Apologize, but there is an issue with the membership renewal. Our vendor is fixing it. Please hold off on renewing at this time. I will send a follow-up email when it is fixed. Thank you.
April
MCANJ Website Manager
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The Municipal Clerks’ Association of New Jersey is now accepting New and Renewal Membership Applications for FY2027
7/1/26 – 6/30/27
Membership in the Municipal Clerks’ Association of New Jersey (MCANJ) offers an instant network to hundreds of fellow Municipal Clerks along with Acting Municipal Clerks, Deputy Clerks, County Clerks, Clerks of the Board of County Commissioners, Retired Municipal Clerks, Associate/Affiliate Members, local Professional Government Officials in New Jersey and beyond. MCANJ offers meaningful and affordable educational opportunities to its members through an Annual Education Conference and members can earn continuing education credits towards their RMC certification renewal at these sessions along with other licenses they may hold for their Municipality.
MCANJ also keeps on top of changes in Trenton and disseminates this information to its membership through its continued communications. Municipal Clerks, the oldest of local government officials, offers camaraderie like no other; with members offering assistance when needed especially to non-seasoned Municipal Clerks or Municipal Clerks who may not have faced a particular situation before. Municipal Clerks will undoubtedly develop new and long-lasting friendships when they join MCANJ.
MCANJ offers the following classes of membership:
1. Regular Membership – Any person holding the office of Municipal Clerk, Acting Municipal Clerk, County Clerk, or Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners of any Municipality or County in NJ. ($100 Annual Fee)
2. Associate Membership – Any person holding the office of Deputy or Assistant Municipal Clerk, Deputy County Clerk, or Deputy Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners. ($75 Annual Fee)
3. Honorary Membership – Any Regular, Associate or Affiliate Member in good standing upon retirement. $0 Annual Fee (Honorary Members must still renew their membership online each year so we have your most up-to-date contact information).
4. Affiliate Member – Any person holding any governmental or educational office of employment, or any person interested in promoting the objectives of the Association who is not eligible for Regular, Associate or Honorary membership. ($75 Annual Fee)
Registration online is simple and quick. You don’t need to send your PO for our signature, as the confirmation/invoice which is generated from the system has been approved by the Local Finance Board to be acceptable for use by Counties and Municipalities in the State.
Credit card payments are accepted!
Help keep our membership strong by prompt submission of your membership application on or before October 1, 2026 and to stay up to date with constant ongoing changes in our profession!
Don’t forget to update the mailing address for membership payments to:
Peggy Riggio, MCANJ Treasurer
Borough of Hightstown
156 Bank Street
Hightstown, NJ0 8520
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Effective August 1, 2026, MCANJ members will receive notification of the commencement of the Legal Defense Fund (LDF) renewal. Remember, you must be a paid MCANJ member to join the LDF.
When you renew your membership, you will need your 4-digit Membership ID# you received last year to log into the website. (It's in your confirmation email from last year) The Membership ID is your username for the MCANJ Members Only portal. PLEASE DO NOT CREATE A NEW MEMBER ID IF YOU WERE A FY2026 MEMBER!! There is an option to reset your password, follow the prompts. If you have changed towns, you would register as a new member and get a new Member ID. If you have any questions about this, please email websitemanager(a)mcanj.us<mailto:websitemanager@mcanj.us>.
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Thank you so much! I look forward to having you all continue as members of the MCANJ family!
Kim Macellaro
President