Clerk & Registrar

The City Clerk acts as the day to day administrative officer of the City. The Clerk is a liaison between the Governing Body and taxpayers, and often is a resident’s initial point of contact in municipal matters. The Clerk serves as the custodian of official records and as recording secretary to the Governing Body, keeping minutes of official meetings. The Clerk’s Office is also responsible for processing numerous municipal permits and licenses, including all marriage licenses. The City Clerk also serves as the chief elections officer for the City, ensuring official tallies from City voting precincts are properly reported to the County Clerk.

NOTARY PUBLIC
We have two notary publics in the office to accommodate your needs. There is no need to make an appointment, but you may want to confirm they are in the office by calling 609-397-0110 x12.

REGISTRAR OFFICE

Please read our step-by-step guides to obtaining Marriage Record Certified Copy and a Birth or Death Record Certified Copy.

When applying for a certified copy of a birth certificate, marriage certificate or death certificate, you must be able to provide ID and proof that you are entitled to that information. Your digital drivers license will be satisfactory identification if you are requesting your personal information.

To obtain a certified copy of a marriage license, birth certificate or death certificate, please download the form.

MARRIAGE LICENSES/CIVIL UNIONS

Please read our Guide to Marriage Licenses. 

If you would like to apply for a marriage license, we recommend making an appointment online.

If you would like to print the application and fill it out prior to your appointment, download it here.

When you come to your appointment, please bring along a witness and make sure everyone has their IDs. Appointments take about 15 minutes.  
Click here to make an appointment.

**As of July 1st, 2023, there is a $28 application fee due with the application for a marriage license.**

For Marriage and Civil Union Ceremonies, it is important for you to have two separate witnesses. Mayor Andrew Nowick is available to perform the ceremony at a fee of $100. 

Since 2014, statutory amendments require the registration of those seeking to become certified civil celebrants permitted to perform/solemnize non-denominational marriages and civil unions. To become a Certified Civil Celebrant click here. 

 ELECTION INFORMATION:

GENERAL ELECTION: November 7, 2023

Polls open at 6 am and close at 8 pm. Voting Districts and locations: District 1 and 2: Phillip L. Pittore Justice Center located at 25 South Union Street in the City District 3 and 4: American Legion located at 320 North Union Street in the City

HUNTERDON COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS: https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/240/Board-of-Elections