Manchester public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council will consider the appointment of Teri Giercyk as Municipal Clerk. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering tax cancellations for disabled veterans, grant acceptances, and various project payments.
- Appointment of Teri Giercyk to Municipal Clerk
- Acceptance of two Office of Senior Services grants for $25,000 and $90,000
- Tax cancellations for disabled veterans at 558 Petunia Dr. ($2,445.18) and 17A Sterling St. ($260.79)
- Final payment and bond release for 1.5 MG Elevated Water Tank and Pine Lake Park Drainage projects
- Approval of 2023 licenses for five mobile home parks
Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to review a consent agenda including emergency election funding and tax cancellations for disabled veterans. The body will also discuss the recognition of the NJFMBA as the collective bargaining representative for firefighters and EMTs.
- Emergency appropriation of up to $100,000 for the December 13, 2022 runoff election
- Tax cancellations for disabled veterans at 1 Musket Court and 232A Columbine Avenue
- Sale of obsolete equipment via auction on Govdeals.com
- Recognition of NJFMBA as the collective negotiations representative for full-time firefighters and EMTs
- Support for Senate Bill S-1697 and Assembly Bill A-757 regarding income tax deductions for volunteer first responders
Council Meeting
The Council will consider an amendment to a redevelopment agreement for Block 44, Lot 15.05. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering various contracts, tax cancellations for disabled veterans, and shared services agreements with Ocean County.
- Amendment to redevelopment agreement for 2035 Route 37 naming Manchester Apartments, LLC as Phase 1 redeveloper
- Contract for records and information management software from Alternative Micrographics Inc.
- Shared services agreements with Ocean County for Drug Recognition Expert, DWI Enforcement, and 'Move Over' programs
- Tax cancellations for disabled veterans at 1341 Cabot Avenue, 1920 New Brunswick Avenue, 301 Bee Street, 47B Hudson Parkway, 31 Hudson Parkway, and 617 Timberline Lane
- Lien placement on 62 Hillside Dr
Council Meeting
The Council will review a consent agenda including the sale of obsolete equipment and several service agreements. The meeting also includes a presentation on best practices and the submission of bills for the Current and Utility funds.
- Sale of obsolete equipment, including a 2.5 ton jack, via Govdeals.com
- Agreement with the Board of Education for Class III Special Law Enforcement Officers
- Subscription services agreement with LEXIS NEXIS for the Building Department
- Awarding of Bid 22R-17 for a Variable Messaging Board
- Opposing S-2537 and A-4106
Council Meeting
The Council is considering the private sale of three undersized township-owned lots to contiguous landowners. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering various contracts, appointments, and liquor license renewals.
- Land sale of 112 Champlain Street (Block 1.32 Lot 7) with a minimum bid of $85,000.00
- Land sale of 1408 Sixth Avenue (Block 1.113 Lot 9) with a minimum bid of $5,213.00
- Land sale of 1410 Sixth Avenue (Block 1.113 Lot 10) with a minimum bid of $5,213.00
- Contract for playground equipment at Tuskegee Airmen Park via Play Power LT Farmington Inc.
- Contract for a Senior Services Mobility Transport Van from Creative Bus Sales Inc.
Council Meeting
The Township Council will present the NJ Global War on Terrorism Medal and the NJ Distinguished Service Medal to resident Chris S. Orne. The body is also considering several routine administrative resolutions and contract awards.
- Award of RFP 22-19 for Water and Sewer Operator to Van Cleef Engineering Associates
- Authorization of $24,497.40 in tax overpayment refunds to Corelogic
- Execution of school use permits between the Township and the Board of Education
- Extension of the concession contract at Harry Wright Lake
- Authorization to auction obsolete vehicles via Govdeals.com
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing an ordinance to amend land use, development, and mobile home regulations. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering various tax cancellations, escrow releases, and contract awards.
- Ordinance #22-28: Amending Land Use and Development and Mobile Homes and Trailers chapters
- Resolution #22-384: Awarding a contract for Schoolhouse Road Improvements - Phase 4
- Resolution #22-383: Change Order #1 for Allied Painting, Inc. to paint the Route 37 Water Storage Tank
- Resolution #22-372: Establishing fees for Fall/Winter Recreation Programs
- Resolution #22-376: Appointing Joel Baldwin as Special Law Enforcement Class 3 Officer
Council Meeting
The Council will hold public hearings and final action on ordinances to sell three lots on Champlain Street and Sixth Avenue. The meeting includes a consent agenda for various contracts, police appointments, and tax cancellations for disabled veterans.
- Ordinances #22-24, #22-25, and #22-26 for the sale of 112 Champlain Street, 1410 Sixth Avenue, and 1408 Sixth Avenue
- Award of '2022 Roadway Improvement Program' bid to Meco Inc.
- Emergency procurement of asphalt from Earle Asphalt for Chilvers Avenue resurfacing
- Appointment of Joseph Stapleton and Sean Rembach as full-time police officers
- Award of Police Uniform bid to Action Uniform Company
Council Meeting
The Council will hold a final vote on creating a Department of Utilities and amending non-bargaining employee salary ranges. The body is also introducing ordinances to sell three township-owned lots and updating the Township Code.
- Final action on Ordinance #22-23 to create the Department of Utilities
- Proposed sale of 112 Champlain Street (Lot 7, Block 1.32)
- Proposed sale of 1410 Sixth Avenue (Lot 10, Block 1.113) and 1408 Sixth Avenue (Lot 9, Block 1.113)
- Purchase of two Ver-Mac PCMS-548-CP Variable Message Boards for the Police Department
- Tax cancellations for multiple properties owned by totally disabled veterans
Council Meeting
The Township Council is meeting to take final action on purchasing certain properties and to introduce ordinances regarding employee salary ranges and the creation of a Department of Utilities.
- Ordinance #22-21: Authorizing the purchase of certain properties in Manchester Township
- Ordinance #22-23: Creating the Department of Utilities
- Resolution #22-304: Awarding Electrical Services bid to KRS Services
- Resolution #22-308: Awarding HVAC Services bid to Midatlantic Service 360 Inc.
- Resolution #22-314: Execution of an employment agreement with Brandon Umba
Council Meeting
The Township Council is voting on a fire prevention ordinance to prohibit short-term rentals of less than 30 days and the rental of home amenities. The body is also introducing an ordinance to purchase 16.81 acres of property in Whiting for $49,960.
- Ordinance #22-20: Prohibits dwelling rentals under 30 days and rental of amenities like pools or yards
- Ordinance #22-21: Proposed purchase of 16.81 acres in Whiting from Maxali, LLC for $49,960
- Resolution #22-280: Extends August 2022 tax bill grace period to August 31, 2022
- Resolution #22-281: Cancels $794.89 in taxes for 89 Norwalk Avenue for a disabled veteran
- Resolution #22-294: Accepts bid for one Class D Plenary Retail Distribution License to Mordechai Eichorn
Council Meeting
The Township Council is taking final action on a bond ordinance for 2022 capital improvements and introducing a new ordinance to create a separate Department of Utilities. The body is also reviewing several contracts for public safety equipment and road paving.
- Bond Ordinance #22-19: Appropriating $2,650,000 for 2022 Capital Improvements
- Ordinance #22-21: Creation of a separate Department of Utilities with Eastern and Western Service Areas
- Ordinance #22-20: Amending Chapter 179 of the Township Code regarding Fire Prevention
- Purchase of two ambulances from HGAC Cooperative
- Contract for asphalt pavement, milling, and tack oil services for various Township roads
Council Meeting
The Township Council is meeting to present and adopt the CY2022 Municipal Budget. The body will also consider a bond ordinance for capital improvements and several ordinances regarding electric vehicle equipment and right-of-way vacations.
- Bond Ordinance #22-19 for 2022 Capital Improvements appropriating $2,650,00 and authorizing $2,523,804 in bonds/notes
- Ordinance #22-15 authorizing Electrical Vehicle Supply/Service Equipment (EVSE) and parking spaces
- Ordinance #22-17 regarding the vacation of certain right-of-ways and paper streets
- Grant applications for Ocean County Office of Senior Services for $27,400 and $110,100
- Grant applications with NJ Department of Transportation for Colt Place and Station Road improvements
Council Meeting
The Manchester Township Council will discuss referring Block 62, Lots 30 and 31.01 to the Planning Board to determine if the area is in need of rehabilitation. The body is also considering ordinances regarding handicapped parking and the vacation of certain right-of-ways.
- Referral of Block 62, Lots 30 & 31.01 (Volante Road) to Planning Board for redevelopment determination
- Proposed ordinance #22-16 regarding handicapped parking on municipal and Board of Education property
- Proposed ordinance #22-17 for the vacation of certain right-of-ways and paper streets
- Authorization to issue four Class C and one Class D retail licenses via public sale
- Proposed creation of a Green Team Advisory Committee
Council Meeting
The Township Council is introducing the 2022 municipal budget and considering updates to floodplain management and beach badge fees. The body is also reviewing new ordinances regarding electric vehicle charging and handicapped parking.
- Introduction of 2022 Municipal Budget with total general appropriations of $43,803,374.52
- Ordinance #22-12 to adopt new Floodplain Management Regulations and flood hazard maps
- Ordinance #22-14 to amend summer beach badge fees
- Ordinance #22-15 to authorize electric vehicle supply/service equipment (EVSE) and parking
- Contract award to Seal Masters PANJ for resurfacing courts at Holly Oaks Park
Council Meeting
The Township Council is holding a public hearing and final action on an ordinance to exceed the municipal budget cost of living allowance and establish a CAP bank. The body is also considering a change to summer beach badge fees and various service contracts.
- Ordinance #22-13 to exceed municipal budget cost of living allowance and establish a CAP bank
- Ordinance #22-14 to amend summer beach badge fees
- Award of recycling services bid #22-01 to Central Waste and Recycling Inc.
- Award of concessionaire at Harry Wright Lake to Down the Shore Ice Cream LLC
- Award of roof bid #22-02 for Town Hall and DPW
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss updating floodplain management regulations and exceeding the municipal budget cost of living allowance. The meeting includes a public hearing on accepting a land donation for Goodwater Branch.
- Land sale of Block 1.347 Lot 15 (620 Grinnel Avenue)
- Ordinance #22-11: Accepting land donation of Block 79 Lot 40 (Goodwater Branch)
- Ordinance #22-12: New floodplain management regulations and flood hazard maps
- Ordinance #22-13: Exceeding municipal budget cost of living allowance and establishing a CAP Bank
- Contract with Volunteer Auxiliary for Animal Shelters, Inc. for TNR services
Council Meeting
The Council will vote on an ordinance requiring proof that properties are free of code violations. They will also introduce a proposal to accept a land donation known as Goodwater Branch.
- Ordinance #22-10: Requiring proof that property is free from outstanding maintenance and code violations
- Ordinance #22-11: Accepting land donation of Block 79 Lot 40 (Goodwater Branch)
- Contracts with Seashore Amusements, Blue Raven Entertainment, Ultra Artists LLC, and Paradise Island Entertainment
- Lease agreement with Mobilease Modular Space, Inc
- Authorization of police equipment and accessories from Axon Enterprises
Council Meeting
The Township Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding property maintenance and code violations. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering various contracts, tax cancellations for disabled veterans, and the issuance of new liquor licenses.
- Ordinance #22-09 and #22-10 regarding property maintenance and code violations
- Authorization to issue four Class C and one Class D liquor licenses via public sale
- Professional services contract for veterinary services with James J. Riche, DVM LLC
- Shared service agreement for Municipal Court facilities with the Borough of Lakehurst
- Settlement agreement between the Township and Herminio Padilla
Council Meeting
The Township Council is considering several ordinances, including the sale of 620 Grinnell Avenue and the acceptance of a donated property at 1681 Hegstrom Avenue. The body will also discuss standards for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way and updates to property maintenance codes.
- Ordinance #22-07: Authorizing the sale of Lot 15 in Block 1.347 (620 Grinnell Avenue)
- Ordinance #22-04: Accepting donation of vacant property at 1681 Hegstrom Avenue
- Ordinance #22-05: Establishing standards for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way
- Resolution #22-125: Awarding a contract for police uniform dry cleaning services
- Resolution #22-127: Authorization of lien placement on 1741 HWY 37
Council Meeting
The Council is meeting to take final action on employee salary ranges and recreation permit fees. They will also introduce ordinances regarding the sale and donation of township properties and the deployment of small wireless facilities.
- Ordinances #22-02 and #22-03 to amend salary ranges for bargaining and non-bargaining unit employees
- Ordinance #22-04 to accept donation of vacant property at 1681 Hegstrom Avenue
- Ordinance #22-07 to authorize the sale of 620 Grinnell Avenue
- Ordinance #22-05 regarding standards for small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way
- Contract with Goose Control Technology for geese control at Harry Wright and Pine Lakes
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing ordinances to establish permit fees for beaches and recreation areas and to amend salary ranges for bargaining and non-bargaining employees. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering various contracts, police appointments, and tax cancellations.
- Ordinance #22-01: New permit fees for recreation areas and beaches
- Ordinance #22-02 and #22-03: Salary range amendments for township employees
- Resolution #22-076: Contract for WSA Well #5 Redrilling Project
- Resolution #22-081: Appointment of Malvika Apte of CME as Conflict Township Planner
- Resolution #22-084: Appointment of Lorenzo Jorge and Connor Maliff as full-time police officers
Council Meeting
The Council is conducting a reorganization meeting to swear in officials, elect leadership, and make municipal appointments for 2022. The body is also voting on a consent agenda covering temporary budgets, financial policies, and professional service contracts.
- Appointment of Robert Mullin (Colliers Engineering & Design) as Township Engineer
- Appointment of Jerry Dasti (Murphy, McGuckin, Ulaky, Koutsouris & Connors) as Township Attorney
- Resolution #22-004 fixing delinquent water/sewer interest at 8% for the first $1,500 and 18% thereafter
- Resolution #22-005 to cancel $16,537.84 in taxes for 13 township-owned properties
- Authorization of a $200.00 petty cash fund