N.J.S.A. 40:43-19 — Quorum; procedure; clerk appointed

40:43-19. Quorum; procedure; clerk appointed In effecting such division a decision of a majority of those present of the committee of said newly created municipality concurred in by a majority of those present of the committee of the municipality the assets and debts of which are being divided, shall be final and conclusive. The members of the committees of other municipalities present for the purpose of making such division shall have no voice therein. If any member of any of said committees fails to attend such meeting, or any adjourned meeting, the other members thereof who may be present may act. A minority of the whole number of such joint committee may adjourn any meeting from time to time, not exceeding one week. The joint committee shall appoint a clerk from their own number who shall keep a record of their proceedings and shall certify to each municipality affected the apportionment of assets and debts made.

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