What does a commissioner do?
City Commissioners in Millville, NJ, have a variety of responsibilities tied to the city's governance. One of the commissioners doubles as mayor.
Here's a breakdown of their roles:
Departmental Oversight: Each commissioner is assigned to oversee a specific department, such as finance, public safety, public works, or parks and recreation. They ensure their respective departments operate efficiently and effectively, addressing issues as they arise.
Collaboration and Citywide Decision-Making: While each commissioner has specific departmental responsibilities, they work together on broader citywide matters. This includes major infrastructure projects, economic development initiatives, and ensuring the overall well-being of the community.
Mayor's Role: One commissioner is selected as the mayor, who leads meetings and represents the city in ceremonial roles. However, the mayor holds the same legislative power as the other commissioners.
Public Engagement: The Board of Commissioners meets regularly, with meetings open to the public. This provides residents an opportunity to engage with local government and voice their concerns.
Learn More
Legislative and Executive Functions: The City Commissioners collectively serve as both the legislative and executive branches of Millville’s government. They are responsible for making and passing ordinances, approving the city budget, and setting policies that guide the city’s operations.Departmental Oversight: Each commissioner is assigned to oversee a specific department, such as finance, public safety, public works, or parks and recreation. They ensure their respective departments operate efficiently and effectively, addressing issues as they arise.
Collaboration and Citywide Decision-Making: While each commissioner has specific departmental responsibilities, they work together on broader citywide matters. This includes major infrastructure projects, economic development initiatives, and ensuring the overall well-being of the community.
Mayor's Role: One commissioner is selected as the mayor, who leads meetings and represents the city in ceremonial roles. However, the mayor holds the same legislative power as the other commissioners.
Public Engagement: The Board of Commissioners meets regularly, with meetings open to the public. This provides residents an opportunity to engage with local government and voice their concerns.
ELECTION DATE: November 5th, 2024
SAMPLE BALLOT
Below is only an interactive ballot designed to help voters using this website to organize their choices based on specific positions. Please visit our Official Ballots Page or click the foldout below to become familiar with what you will see in the voting booth.
Millville Municipal Ballot
If on desktop, right click the image and select 'open in new tab' for a larger image
( Click or tap on candidate name to learn more about them )
MILLVILLE CITY COMMISSIONERS
Independent
Independiente
OFFICE TITLE
TITULO OFICIAL
J
Independent
Independiente
PERSONAL CHOICE
SELECCION PERSONAL
REPUBLICAN
REPUBLICANO
OFFICE TITLE
TITULO OFICIAL
A
Republican
Republicano
PERSONAL CHOICE
SELECCION PERSONAL
Millville City Commissioners
Vote for One
Junta Comisionados del Empleados
Vota por Uno
Personal Choice
Seleccion Personal
0
Millville City Commissioners
Vote for One
Junta Comisionados del Empleados
Vota por Uno
Personal Choice
Seleccion Personal
0