New Jersey Acts Saved from Repeal ACTS SAVED 40 § 103-5(79)

The mayor shall in case of his absence from the city or his disability, such that he is unable to attend to the usual and routine functions of his office, designate a city officer as acting mayor for a period not exceeding 60 consecutive days. In the event of the absence from the city or disability of the mayor exceeding 60 consecutive days , the chairman of the city council shall serve as acting mayor until such absence shall terminateor disability be removed. Any person serving as acting mayor shall be vested with all the rights, powers and duties of mayor, provided, however, that during the first 60 consecutive days of such absence or disability, no appointments shall be made by the acting mayor except temporary appointments necessary for the continuing function of government.