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Pitman explores film-permitting ordinance to streamline local shoots
Summary
Economic Development Committee proposed a film ordinance to make permitting simpler and attract productions; Solicitor Vigilante presented a draft adapted from the NJ Motion Picture & Television Commission sample ordinance and Mayor Razze offered to compare fees with other towns.
Council members discussed a proposed film ordinance aimed at making it easier to permit and host film or television productions in Pitman, with the Economic Development Committee championing the idea as a potential economic and tourism benefit.
Solicitor Vigilante presented a draft ordinance modified from guidance by the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission. Mayor Razze said he would reach out to other municipalities to compare fee structures and insurance requirements to inform any local fee schedule.
No vote or formal referral was made at the work session; councilors signaled interest in further research before drafting a final ordinance.
