In a recent town council meeting, Mayor Linda Havgood announced key appointments to fill vacancies left by former councilman Mackey. Havgood proposed herself as the acting mayor and Michael Dardia as the alternate acting mayor for the remainder of 2024. The council unanimously approved these appointments, with motions made by Councilman David Contract and seconded by Councilman Michael Dalmagala.

The council also established committee leadership for the year, with Havgood chairing the Finance Policy Committee, Contract leading the Code Review and Town Property Committee, and Michael Daugherty heading the Public Safety, Transportation, and Parking Committee. James Healy was appointed chair of the Public Works Committee. These appointments will be reviewed again in a pre-organization meeting scheduled for early January.

During the meeting, the council approved the minutes from previous meetings and moved on to discuss bills and claims. Councilman Havgood presented a claim totaling $418,072.61, which was also unanimously approved.

In a notable commentary, Havgood reflected on the integrity of local politicians, contrasting their dedication to public service with recent scandals involving higher-profile officials in New York City. She emphasized the commitment of council members, who serve without salary, to the community's welfare and the importance of transparency in local governance. Havgood's remarks highlighted the dedication of public officials in New Jersey, noting that many serve without compensation, fostering a competitive political environment that benefits the community.

The meeting concluded without public comments, and the council's decisions reaffirmed their commitment to responsible governance and community service.