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South River Council readopts rules of order and confirms Robert’s Rules for 2026
Summary
Council adopted Resolution 2026-1 to readopt the Borough Council Rules and designate Robert’s Rules of Order as the controlling parliamentary authority where council rules are silent. The resolution sets meeting procedures, agenda order and special meeting notice requirements.
The Borough Council adopted Resolution 2026-1 reaffirming the "Rules of the Borough Council" for 2026 and designating Robert’s Rules of Order as the controlling parliamentary authority when local rules do not apply. The resolution lays out agenda order, requirements for special meetings and the procedure for executive sessions under state law.
The rules specify notice procedures (in compliance with Chapter 231 of P.L. 1975), seating arrangements determined by the mayor, and that suspension or amendment of rules requires a two-thirds vote of the entire council. "I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of authorization to approve the foregoing resolution adopted by the Mayor and Borough Council of South River on January 1, 2026," the municipal clerk certified in the minutes.
