Jackson mayoral candidate criticizes $300K salary, vehicle perk for new business administrator

Elliott Shemtov targets pay package and dual role under Mayor Jennifer Kuhn’s administration

Jackson, N.J. — A $300,000 salary and taxpayer-funded vehicle for Jackson’s new business administrator drew sharp criticism Tuesday from mayoral candidate Elliott Shemtov, who called the compensation package an “affront to taxpayers.”

Speaking during a township council meeting, Shemtov took aim at Business Administrator Charles Terenfenko, who is also serving as public safety director, raising concerns about cost, transparency, and past legal liabilities tied to the position.

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