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Conference Registration is Open for the Municipal Clerks' Continuing Education Conference! This year’s event will be held April 8-10, 2025, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.
This year's theme is How to Grow a Community Garden. Like tending to a garden, the role of municipal clerks requires careful planning, collaboration, and cultivation. Municipal Clerks work toward the growth and prosperity of the community, creating a lasting impact for generations to come.
2025 Conference Highlights:
* Over 15 CEUs in all RMC disciplines (Records, License, IT, Ethics, Elections, Professional Development, Finance)
* CEUs for other DCA DLGS certifications (CMFO, CPWM, QPA, CTC)
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Up to 1 CMR credit
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Earn 7+ CMC/MMC points with completed assessments
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Click here to see the draft CEU chart<https://cgs.rutgers.edu/sites/cgs.rutgers.edu/files/documents/mc_conference…> <https://cgs.rutgers.edu/sites/cgs.rutgers.edu/files/documents/mc_conference…> (Please note this will be updated periodically as we obtain approval)
Exciting Keynote!
We’re thrilled to welcome Michael Mannix, Co-founder of Unparalleled Performance and bestselling author of The 5Ls: The Gift of a Balanced Life, as our keynote speaker. You can buy the book in advance or purchase a copy at his book signing after the keynote presentation. Learn more about the book here - The 5Ls<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fa.co%2fd%2f9KnVOWI&c=E,…>
Visit the Rutgers CGS website for conference details and registration information: Learn more and register here<https://cgs.rutgers.edu/municipal-clerks-continuing-education-conference>
Important Planning Information:
* The Hard Rock room block expires on March 18 at 11:59 pm. Be sure to book your room before then!
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If reserving your overnight with a purchase order, please follow the Hard Rock's PO instructions on the conference webpage and ensure the Hard Rock receives your check by March 4th.
Visit our conference website<https://cgs.rutgers.edu/municipal-clerks-continuing-education-conference> to stay up-to-date with attendee information! The Conference Agenda is posted there. Also, check out the new Attendance Hub, where you will find additional details about logistics, fun items, and more that will be offered at the conference.
We look forward to seeing you at the Hard Rock!
MCANJ Website Manager
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Good afternoon All-
Governor Murphy signed the attached bill into law today-S-5117/3994 which: Modifies number of signatures required for candidates to be placed on primary, general, nonpartisan municipal, and school election ballots; and requires the Secretary of State to publish certain nominating petition forms by January 1 of each year.
Earlier this morning a chart went out for signature requirements-disregard that chart and use your populations as noted in the attached bill. Once something comes out a little more defined, we will share that with you but at this time we wanted to make sure you are aware of this approved bill since petitions are out for signature for many municipalities.
Sorry for the confusion about the chart earlier, trying to get you all information out in real time as things progress.
Any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact one of us on the Executive Board.
MCANJ Executive Board
Good Morning & Happy Monday MCANJ Members!
Although not signed by the Governor, A5117 has passed both houses and is awaiting the Governor’s signature. Attached please find new petition signature requirements which meet the new law. You should inform candidates to get at least the minimum number of signatures required under the new law. We will keep you posted when/if Governor signs bill.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
MCANJ Executive Board
Happy Monday!
MCANJ is seeking to update is records. In this regard we are asking that the following County Clerk Associations reach out to Edith Gil at secretary(a)mcanj.us<mailto:secretary@mcanj.us> with their board information.
* Gloucester County
* Passaic County
* Hudson County
* Salem County
Thank you for your assistance in updating our database!
~MCANJ Executive Board
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Are you interested in getting involved with the Municipal Clerks’ Association of NJ? Well, if you are we would love to welcome you aboard. We have two Committees that have positions available.
1. The Public Relations Committee shall plan and organize the Booth at the Annual League of Municipalities Conference. Additional duties include hospitality at all MCANJ events.
1. The Resolutions Committee shall prepare and present at the Annual Meeting, resolutions recognizing those Municipal Clerks who have retired or passed away since the last Annual Meeting, as well as, present any resolutions passed by the County Associations requiring action by the membership. It shall also present appropriate resolutions of recognition and service to Associations or individuals. Resolutions shall be provided to the Secretary for inclusion in the minutes of the Annual Meeting.
If you are interested in serving on one of these Committees, please email 1VP Nancy Bretzger at 1vp(a)mcanj.us<mailto:1vp@mcanj.us> and let her know you are interested!
We look forward to having you join the Association!!
The MCANJ Executive Board
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Reminder!!!
Registration is now live for the Legal Defense Fund Seminar to be held January 22, 2025 in Woodbridge. Only LDF members are eligible to attend the seminar. Attached is the seminar program, which is offering 4 CEUS.
Click here to register!<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.njclerks.org%2fcn%2…>
You must log in with your Member ID and password to register.
Thank you!
“Small acts when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world” ~ Howard Zinn
Calling out to our fellow Municipal Clerks!
We are seeking applications for the position of Secretary on the Executive Board for fiscal year 2025 – 2026. If you are interested in becoming more involved, please submit the attached application (deadline January 15, 2025) in order to be eligible for consideration by the membership at the Annual Meeting to be held during the Annual Education Conference in April 2025. This position shall serve from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
MCANJ Website Manager
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Good afternoon,
MCANJ and Rutgers are excited to announce that REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the Municipal Clerks' Continuing Education Conference scheduled for April 8-10, 2025 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Conference Committee and Rutgers have been hard at work to make sure this will be an amazing conference experience for all of our attendees! The theme of the conference is "Municipal Clerks, how to grow a community garden."
Highlights for this year’s conference include:
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Over 15 CEUs in All RMC Disciplines (Records, License, IT, Ethics, Elections, Prof. Development, Finance)
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CEUs for other DCA DLGS certifications (CMFO, CPWM, QPA, CTC)
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Credits towards Rutgers' RPPO/S certificate renewals
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Up to 1 CMR credit
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Over 7 IIMC points with completed assessments
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Join us for an inspiring keynote by Michael Mannix, Co-founder of Unparalleled Performance and bestselling author of The 5Ls: The Gift of a Balanced Life. Check out the book before the conference and don’t miss the signing after his presentation. https://a.co/d/9KnVOWI
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Fee: $490
Visit the conference website to register and book your hotel room. CLICK HERE!!<https://cgs.rutgers.edu/municipal-clerks-continuing-education-conference>
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MCANJ is seeking Member Spotlight Nominations, application is attached.
Eligibility: Municipal Clerks, Acting Municipal Clerks, Deputy Municipal Clerks, Assistant Municipal Clerks, County Clerks, Deputy County Clerks, Freeholder Clerks and Deputy Freeholder Clerks who are current members of MCANJ (Municipal Clerks’ Association of New Jersey) are eligible for nomination.
Goal: To highlight those working in the profession who bring positive attention to the role of being a “Clerk”.
Objective: To recognize MCANJ members who promote their position as “Clerk” through civic activities and events in their work or home community that is outside the scope of their normal duties and responsibilities. Nominees who are selected for recognition will be announced through electronic communications and posted on Municipal Clerks’ Association of New Jersey website.
MCANJ Website Manager
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