Shelley Streahle, CMFO/ QPA
Chief Financial Officer,
Business Administrator,
Qualified Purchasing Agent
856-939-5161 x1007
sstreahle@runnemedenj.org

Chris Conroy
Treasurer
856-939-5161 x1003
cconroy@runnemedenj.org

The Business Administrator (BA) functions much like a "chief operating officer" under the Mayor and heads the Department of Administration and all other departments and divisions within the Borough. The Office of Administration runs the day-to-day operations of the Municipality.

The Business Administrator, under the direction and supervision of the Mayor, shall:

• Assist in the preparation of the budget;
• Administer and maintain a centralized purchasing system;
• Implementation of all policies and procedures established by Borough Council
• Prepare recommendations pertaining to long-range planning and capital improvements
• Supervise and direct the business functions of all Borough departments

The Finance Department is responsible for the financial administration of the municipal government, including but not limited to:

• Accounting and payroll
• Debt and cash management
• Risk management
• Financial reporting
• Development and Implementation of policies
• Ensuring the municipality complies with applicable laws, regulations, and auditing standards

The Department of Finance is promoting a paperless system in an effort to encourage a sustainable community, and to promote efficiency and transparency of information. You will find our financial documents on the left side of this page.

The Qualified Purchasing Agent for the Borough:

• Has the authority, responsibility, and accountability for the purchasing activity of the municipality. 
• Has the authority to, and may prepare and receive specifications and public advertising for bids for the provision or performance of goods and services.
• Allows for more efficient and cost-effective purchasing decisions. 
• Provides critical expertise and strategic guidance for the Borough in an effort to optimize the procurement process. 
• Leads to significant cost savings, and overall improved operational efficiency.  
• Maintains compliance with NJ Prevailing Wage and Public Works Contractor Laws

To register as a Public Works Contractor, search a Debarment List, or submit through the NJ Wage Hub for Prevailing Wages click here.