All claims presented to the city shall be approved or disapproved by
the Councilperson in charge of the affected departments, who shall sign a
certification on the voucher setting forth that the goods have been received
by, or the services rendered to, the city.
All claims presented shall be on vouchers approved by the city and shall
comply with all requirements set by state law and/or local ordinance.
Prior to approving payment of any claim, the Municipal Treasurer shall
certify the existence of funds to pay said claim and that the Municipal Treasurer
shall be the approving and certifying officer.
After approval and certification, vouchers shall be presented to the
City Council for final approval and payment.
Claims shall be paid in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A.
40A:5-17b.