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STATE HOUSE NEWS – JUNE 19, 2020 EDITION

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COVID-19 RELIEF BONDS Despite earlier reports that the measure was beginning to move, SENATE, NO. 2475 (Singleton D-7/Gopal D-11) has stalled for the time being in the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. In summary, this legislation would allow counties and municipalities to borrow moneys through the issuance of bonds and notes to cover unanticipated emergency expenses and revenue shortfalls directly attributable to the COVID-19 public health crisis. More specifically, the legislation would authorize a local unit to incur indebtedness, borrow money, and issue “Coronavirus Relief Bo...
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INVESTORS BANK AWARDS $21,000.00 GRANT TO NJAC FOUNDATION

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Investors Bank through the Investors Foundation awarded the NJAC Foundation a grant of $21,000.00 for county vocational-technical school graduates who plan on continuing their education at a county college or state college or university. “Investors Bank and Investors Foundation are proud to support the NJAC Foundation,” said Investors Bank President and CEO Kevin Cummings. “NJAC has been integral in providing educational opportunities to so many of our bright students here in New Jersey—work that is vital for the long-term success of our communities. We applaud NJAC and wish the scholarship w...
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NJM INSURANCE GROUP AWARDS $5,250.00 GRANT TO NJAC FOUNDATION FOR VO-TECH GRADUATES

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The NJM Insurance Group awarded the NJAC Foundation a grant of $5,250.00 for county vocational-technical school graduates who plan on continuing their education in New Jersey at a county college or State college or university. “I’m grateful that NJM Insurance Group and the NJAC Foundation have once again partnered on this important and timely initiative to provide our county vocational-technical school graduates with generous scholarships that will assist students with meeting the ever-increasing financial demands of pursuing an education,” said NJAC Foundation President Donald De Leo. The ...
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SHI AWARDS $10,500.00 GRANT TO NJAC FOUNDATION!

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SHI International Corporation has awarded the NJAC Foundation a grant of $10,500.00 for county vocational-technical school graduates who plan on studying technology and cyber security at a county or state college in the fall. “On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the NJAC Foundation, I’m thrilled that SHI has awarded the Foundation this generous grant; and, I look forward to working with our county vocational-technical schools in selecting scholarship winners committed to advancing their education in the great State of New Jersey,” commented NJAC Foundation President Donald De Leo. Pursuant...
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STATE HOUSE NEWS – JUNE 5, 2020 EDITION

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STATE BORROWING PLAN On June 4th, the General Assembly passed by a vote of 51-28 ASSEMBLY, NO. 4175 (Pintor Marin D-29), which would establish the “New Jersey COVID-19 Emergency Bond Act” to authorize the State to issue $5.0 billion in general obligation bonds and to apply for federal stimulus loans on behalf of certain local governing bodies. Although a companion version of the bill does not currently exist in the Senate, the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee held a public hearing on the Administration’s proposal on June 1st where the State Treasurer also outlined the projected $1...
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Preserving Youth Mental Health Through The Pandemic – NJ DCF Raising Awareness About Children’s System of Care

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by DCF Office of Communications and Public Affairs View the entire newsletter for more articles:  2020 – NJAC County Biz – June The Department of Children and Families is raising awareness about youth behavioral issues that may arise as a result of school closures and social distancing.   The department has posted a series of publications on its website and social media pages directing families to call the Children’s System of Care (CSOC) if their child is in crisis. “While we, as adults, understand that school closure was necessary to ensure the continued safety and wellbeing of students...
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STATE HOUSE NEWS – May 15, 2020 Edition

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PROPERTY TAX GRACE PERIOD AND OTHER DEADLINES Earlier today, both houses of the Legislature passed SENATE, NO. 2932/ASSEMBLY, NO. 3969 (Sarlo D-36)(Danielson D-17), which would allow for the extension of certain local government timeframes, to accept certain payments electronically, to conduct certain meetings remotely, and to adjust certain property tax distribution and notice requirements. Although its application would be very limited and its implementation would be much more be more palatable than similar legislation, NJAC remains opposed to the provision of this bill that would auth...
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STATE HOUSE NEWS – May 8, 2020 Edition

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PROPERTY TAX GRACE PERIOD AND OTHER DEADLINES On May 7th, the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee was set to consider, instead held SENATE, NO. 2932 (Sarlo D-36), which would allow for the extension of various local government deadlines under certain circumstances. The Committee will likely amend the measure and consider it at its next meeting on Tuesday. Although its application would be very limited, NJAC remains concerned with the provision of this legislation that would authorize a municipality to extend the property tax collection grace period and the time in which a town must ...
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GovPilot Makes Software Free During Crisis to Help Local Governments Combat COVID-19

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by Michael Bonner, Founder and CEO for GovPilot View the entire newsletter for more articles:  2020 – NJAC County Biz – May In an effort to assist local governments around the United States combat the Coronavirus outbreak, GovPilot is making available - free of charge to any government agency - ten (10) out-of-the-box cloud-based modules designed to help local governments during this pandemic. These modules will facilitate Coronavirus testing registration, track expenses for FEMA reimbursement, and enable non-essential employees to work remotely, thereby facilitating the urgent need fo...
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ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC TAKING STEPS TO SUPPORT CUSTOMERS DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

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by Frank Tedesco, Communications for Atlantic City Electric View the entire newsletter for more articles:  2020 – NJAC County Biz – April Company provides tips, resources and payment accommodations for those who may have challenges paying their monthly energy bill With officials in New Jersey and other locations declaring a state of emergency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Atlantic City Electric understands customers may be affected by the ramifications and is taking steps to help. In addition to reminding customers of existing bill assistance resources, the company is taking steps t...
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