[Adopted 12-10-2014 by Ord. No. 2014-11; amended in its entirety 12-8-2021 by Ord. No. 2021-11]
The purpose of this article is to implement the administrative
mechanisms needed for the execution of Oldmans Township's responsibility
to assist in the provision of affordable housing pursuant to the Fair
Housing Act of 1985.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See N.J.S.A. 52:27D-301 et seq.
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
The employee charged by the governing body with the responsibility
for the administration of the Township's Affordable Housing Trust
Fund and submission of all required financial reporting as required
by the Council on Affordable Housing, its successor entity, or a court
of competent jurisdiction.
A.
Establishment of position of Municipal Housing Finance Officer. There
is hereby established the position of Municipal Housing Finance Officer
for Oldmans Township. The establishment of this position shall not
affect the position of any person previously appointed by the Township
Committee to serve as the Municipal Housing Finance Officer under
authority of any prior ordinance.
B.
The Municipal Housing Finance Officer shall be appointed by the governing
body, and may be a full-time or part-time municipal employee.
C.
The Municipal Housing Finance Officer shall be responsible for the
financial administration of the affordable housing program for Oldmans
Township, including the following responsibilities, which may not
be contracted out:
(1)
Serving as Oldmans Township's contact for all inquiries from the
state, affordable housing providers and administrative agents for
those matters related to the Township's Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
(2)
Compiling, verifying and submitting annual financial reports as required
by COAH, its successor entity, or court of competent jurisdiction.
(3)
Attending continuing education opportunities on affordability financial
controls and compliance monitoring as offered or approved by COAH
or its successor entity.
