40A:9-131. Acting mayor In every municipality, unless otherwise provided by law, if a vacancy occurs in the office of mayor, by reason of death, resignation or otherwise, the presiding officer of the governing body shall become the acting mayor until a successor is elected and qualified. L.1971, c. 200, s. 1, eff. July 1, 1971.
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