Rutherford Municipal Building, Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070, US

Rutherford, NJ is a borough that operates under a Borough form of government, with a seven-member governing body. The mayor is elected every four years, while two council members are elected at large each year for 3-year terms. Council members act as the legislative body, with the mayor voting only in the event of a tie. The Borough operates with numerous committees, including statutory bodies like the planning board and zoning board of adjustment, as well as other committees staffed by volunteers. These committees provide valuable assistance in improving the quality of life in the community by developing recommendations for the governing body. Residents are encouraged to participate in this process.Generated from the website