Municipal Clerk

Meet The Municipal Clerk

Tonya Carter, Municipal Clerk

The Municipal Clerk is appointed for a term of three years, and if re-appointed attains tenure. They serve as Secretary to the Township Council and is the custodian of all minutes, ordinances, resolutions, bonds, deeds and contracts. The Clerks office issues licenses for dogs, cats, alcoholic beverages (liquor), bingos and raffles, towing, as well as permits for public gatherings, peddler and solicitors.

Main Duties of Municipal Clerk

  • Preparation of the agenda and recording of the minutes of Council Meetings.
  • Secretary to Mayor and Council.
  • Chief Administrative Officer for all elections.
  • Registrar of Voters for the Township.
  • Administrative Officer in charge of Bingo/Raffle Licenses, Dog/Cat licenses, Alcoholic Beverage Licenses, Towing Licenses, Gathering Permits, and any other licenses/permits not expressly assigned by the Code.
  • Custodian of the Municipal Seal.

Lawrence Township is seeking applicants for the Municipal Court Judge position. The deadline for submission is March 27, 2024, by 4:00 PM. Interested applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest including a description of what unique qualifications they will bring to the Lawrence Municipal Courts. Submittals shall be received no later than 4:00 PM, Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Please direct all submissions to Tonya D. Carter, RMC, CMC, Municipal Clerk, P.O. Box 6006, 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence Township, New Jersey 08648 or Clerk@lawrencetwp.com

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