School Programs
The NJMMA Education Committee developed a program targeting high school juniors and seniors in an effort to prepare the next generation of voters, taxpayers, and potential public officials for their future roles. The prime ingredient in the program is placing a practitioner in the classroom for two to five days each semester. The objective is to teach students about their own local government and the issues facing the communities in which they live. Each program is tailored to address the interest of local school officials.

Charter Study Commissions
NJMMA, with the assistance of the International City/ County Management Association, will provide written information and testimony to Charter Study Commissions on the benefits and strengths of the Council-Manager form of government.

Selecting a Municipal Manager
Elected officials who participate in the appointment of a municipal manager or administrator are engaging in one of the most important tasks they will perform during their term in office. It is a task requiring careful planning, astute evaluation of the candidates, and a clear understanding of the relationships between the manager, the elected officials, and the community, as well as the responsibilities of the new manager. NJMMA has produced two brochures to assist elected officials with the selection of a municipal manager. The brochures are called What You Can Expect From a Local Government Professional: A Guide for Local Elected Officials and Guidelines to Aid Municipalities in the Selection of a Municipal Manager. In addition, the NJMMA monthly newsletter provides free space for municipalities to advertise openings for administrators, managers, and assistants. Please contact us if you wish to receive copies of our brochures or receive information about advertising in our newsletter.