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Chapter 11 - Miscellaneous Duties Flashcards

1
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What two individuals are responsible for an ‘assessment search’?

A

The Municipal Clerk and/or the Municipal Engineer responsible for the Assessment Search.

(11-3)

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What is the fee for an assessment search?

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The fee for an assessment search is $10 (ten dollars), with a continuation fee of $2 per annum.

(11-3)

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What is the “Protected Tenancy Act”?

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When a landlord/sponsor intends to convert rental property to a condominium and or cooperative, the rights of senior citizens and disabled tenants who cannot afford to purchase their units are protected from eviction if they meet certain conditions outlined in the Act.

(11-4)

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Define Landlord Registration.

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This registration requirement applies to all rental premises or units used for dwelling purposes except owner-occupied premises with not more than two (2) units.

(11-5)

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With whom is the Landlord Registration filed?

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The Landlord Registration is filed with the Municipal Clerk.

11-5

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True or False:

Every officer/employee entrusted or charged with the receipt, custody or expenditure of public funds shall be bonded. All bonds shall be filed with the Municipal Clerk.

A

False!

The bond for the Municipal Clerk shall be filed with the Treasurer.

(11-7)

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7
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When must a tort claim be filed?

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A claim must be presented not later than the ninetieth (90th) day after the accrual of the cause of action.

(11-8)

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Who must file annual Financial Disclosure statements?

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All government officers shall annually file a financial disclosure statement.

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Financial Disclosure Statements are due by what calendar date?

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Financial disclosure statements are due by April 30th.

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Financial Disclosure statements must be filed with what government agency?

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Financial disclosure statements must be filed with the NJ Local Finance Board.

(11-12)

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11
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True or False:

Municipalities are required to have a municipal ethics board.

A

False!

Municipalities MAY have a municipal ethics board.

(11-12.1)

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How many members make up a Municipal Ethics Board?

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Municipal Ethics Boards consist of 6 members.

11-12.1

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How is the Chair of the Municipal Ethics Board to be selected?

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The Chair of the Municipal Ethics Board is selected by a vote of its members.

(11-13)

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Is residency required to serve on the Municipal Ethics Board?

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Yes. Members of the Municipal Ethics Board must be residents of the municipality.

(11-12.1)

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What are the powers of a Municipal Ethics Board?

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The powers of the -To initiate, receive, hear and review complaints

  • Can subpoena documents and the testimony
  • May forward other levels of gov’t info about violations
  • Can issue advisory opinions
  • Enforce the provisions of the municipal code of ethics
  • Adopt rules and regs in furtherance of implementing this Act.

(11-14)

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16
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What is the Off-Site Conditions Act?

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A law that requires a range of off-site conditions be reported to the Municipal Clerk who shall make them public no later than September 30 of each year. The record will be accurate as of August 31.

(11-16)

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17
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In municipality having a population of less than _____________ residents, the Municipal Clerk must be appointed as Registrar of Vital Statistics.

A

In municipality having a population of less than 5000 residents, the Municipal Clerk must be appointed as Registrar of Vital Statistics.

(11-18)

18
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What is PERS?

A

PERS is the Public Employees’ Retirement System.

11-20

19
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What is PFRS?

A

PFRS is the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System.

11-19

20
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Who must be enrolled in PERC or PFRS?

A

Any salaried employee, with the exception of temporary personnel, who is expected to earn at least $1500 per year and is not enrolled in any other retirement system, must enroll in the appropriate retirement fund.

(11-19)

21
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What is PERC?

A

PERC is the Public Employment Relations Commission, the body charged with implementing New Jersey’s law relating to public employees.

(11-21)

22
Q

PERC consists of how many members? How are they selected?

A

PERC is made up of 7 members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(11-21)

23
Q

What three items are subject to negotiation with public employee unions?

A

Salaries, hours of employment, terms and conditions of employment (vacations, fringe benefits, grievance procedures, disciplinary review proceedings, leaves of absence) are negotiable items with public employee unions.

(11-22)

24
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What is PACO?

A

PACO is the public agency compliance officer.

11-24

25
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When are PACOs appointed?

A

PACOs are appointed annually. Notice of designation shall be given to the Department of the Treasury, State Affirmative Action Office by January 10th each year.

(11-24)

26
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What is LOSAP?

A

LOSAP is the Length of Service Award Program, a system established to provide tax-deferred income benefits to active volunteer members of an emergency service organization.

(11-24)

27
Q

What is the purpose of the Bloodborne Pathogens Program?

A

The purpose of the Bloodborne Pathogens program is to educate the public about occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

(11-31)

28
Q

What is the Mortgage Stabilization and Relief Act?

A

The Mortgage Stabilization and Relief Act requires that mortgage holders notify the Municipal Clerk of any intention to foreclose on a residential property in the community.

(11-46)

29
Q

True or False

The Municipal Clerk and the Tax Assessor are the two individuals responsible an assessment search.

A

False.

The Municipal Clerk and/or the Municipal Engineer responsible for the Assessment Search.

(11-3)

30
Q

True or False

The fee for an assessment search is $10 (ten dollars), with a continuation fee of $2 per annum.

A

True.

The fee for an assessment search is $10 (ten dollars), with a continuation fee of $2 per annum.

(11-3)

31
Q

True or False

In order to qualify under the Protected Tenancy Act senior citizens and disabled tenants who cannot afford to purchase their units must meet certain conditions to qualify.

A

True

When a landlord/sponsor intends to convert rental property to a condominium and or cooperative, the rights of senior citizens and disabled tenants who cannot afford to purchase their units are protected from eviction if they meet certain conditions outlined in the Act.

(11-4)

32
Q

Off-Site Conditions Act is a law that requires a range of off-site conditions be reported to the Municipal Clerk who shall make them public no later than _________ of each year. The record will be accurate as of ___________.

A

A law that requires a range of off-site conditions be reported to the Municipal Clerk who shall make them public no later than September 30 of each year. The record will be accurate as of August 31.

(11-16)

33
Q

True or False

Municipal Ethic Boards consist of four members.

A

False.

Municipal Ethics Boards consist of 6 members.

(11-12.1)

34
Q

True or False

Registration is not required in a home with 3 units provided the property is owner occupied under Landlord Registration.

A

False
This registration requirement applies to all rental premises or units used for dwelling purposes except owner-occupied premises with not more than two (2) units.

(11-5)

35
Q

Every officer/employee entrusted or charged with the receipt, custody or expenditure of public funds shall be ______________.

A

Bonded

11-7

36
Q

The bond for the Municipal Clerk shall be filed with the _______________.

A

The bond for the Municipal Clerk shall be filed with the Treasurer.

(11-7)

37
Q

True or False

A tort claim will be denied if not filed by the 60th day of the accrual of the cause of action.

A

False

A claim must be presented not later than the ninetieth (90th) day after the accrual of the cause of action.

(11-8)

38
Q

True or False

Members of the Municipal Ethics Board must be residents of the municipality.

A

Yes. Members of the Municipal Ethics Board must be residents of the municipality.

(11-12.1)

39
Q

True or False

In municipality having a population of less than 7500 residents, the Municipal Clerk must be appointed as Registrar of Vital Statistics.

A

False

In municipality having a population of less than 5000 residents, the Municipal Clerk must be appointed as Registrar of Vital Statistics.

(11-18)

40
Q

True or False

Employees expecting to earn less than $15,000 are not required to enroll in an appropriate retirement fund.

A

False

Any salaried employee, with the exception of temporary personnel, who is expected to earn at least $1500 per year and is not enrolled in any other retirement system, must enroll in an appropriate retirement fund.

(11-19)

41
Q

Which body is charged with implementing New Jersey’s laws relating to public employees?

A

PERC is the Public Employment Relations Commission, the body charged with implementing New Jersey’s law relating to public employees.

(11-21)

42
Q

PERC is made up of _________ members.

A

PERC is made up of 7 members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

(11-21)

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