AC and Pleasantville Unveil Joint Municipal Court in Grand Opening Ceremony
The merger, facilitated by collaboration between Atlantic City, Pleasantville, Superior Court Vicinage 1, and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), has led to a fully renovated court facility.
ATLANTIC CITY – Atlantic City and Pleasantville marked a significant milestone on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, with the grand opening of their newly merged municipal court at the Clayton G. Graham Public Safety Building in Atlantic City. This joint effort, which took effect on January 1, 2024, combined the municipal courts of both cities, aiming to improve judicial services and accessibility for residents.
The merger, facilitated by collaboration between Atlantic City, Pleasantville, Superior Court Vicinage 1, and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), has led to a fully renovated court facility. The upgrades include new furnishings, carpeting, flooring, and fresh paint throughout the lobby, hallways, break rooms, and three courtrooms. The completion of these renovations was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials and court staff.
The ceremony featured remarks from Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr., Pleasantville Mayor Judy Ward, and key judicial and administrative figures. Mayor Small highlighted the importance of partnerships in his administration, expressing pride in the new joint court and hinting at further renovations within the Public Safety Building. Mayor Ward emphasized the financial relief the merger provides for Pleasantville, acknowledging the smooth collaboration between the two cities.
"This merger was both sensible and necessary for our communities," said Gina Holmes, director of the Atlantic City Joint Municipal Court. "It aligns with the New Jersey Judiciary’s goals of enhancing efficiencies, achieving cost savings for taxpayers, and better serving the public. We are grateful to Mayor Small and Mayor Ward for their support in bringing our cities together."
The new Atlantic City Joint Municipal Court represents a significant step forward for both cities, reflecting their commitment to cooperation and community improvement. Residents seeking more information can contact the court office at 609-347-5560.
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