Manchester public meetings in 2024
26 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council will hold public hearings and final votes on ordinances regarding Comcast service renewals and water infrastructure funding. The body is also reviewing a wide range of routine resolutions including tax cancellations for disabled veterans and various interlocal agreements.
- Ordinance #24-47: Appropriating $500,000 for Water ESA capital improvements and repairs
- Ordinances #24-42 and #24-43: Renewal of municipal consent for Comcast of NJ LLC
- Resolution #24-490: Affordable housing agreement with Mordechai Eichorn for a veterans-only facility
- Resolution #24-486: Collective bargaining agreement with Police Benevolent Association Local 246
- Resolution #24-481: Interlocal Services Agreement with Ocean County Board of Health for animal facility services
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss several ordinances, including a proposal to allocate $500,000 for water system repairs. The meeting includes final action on land exchanges and renewals of municipal consent for Comcast.
- Ordinance #24-47: Appropriating $500,000 for Water ESA capital improvements and repairs
- Ordinances #24-42 and #24-43: Renewal of municipal consent for Comcast of NJ LLC
- Ordinances #24-44 and #24-46: Land exchanges with Jeffrey Jerman and Ocean County
- Ordinance #24-45: Amendments to the Township fee schedule
- Resolution #24-462: Legal engagement for PFAS litigation
Council Meeting
The Council will vote on ordinances regarding rent leveling transparency and municipal code amendments. They are also introducing renewals for Comcast cable services and two separate land exchange agreements.
- Renewal of municipal consent for Comcast of NJ LLC and Crestwood Village
- Land exchange between Manchester Township and Jeffrey Jerman (Block 1.298, Lot 28 for Block 1.63, Lot 3)
- Land exchange between Manchester Township and Ocean County
- Ordinance #24-41 to provide clarity for landlords seeking rent increases over the annual cap
- Contract for Logicmark to provide Guardian Alert Devices for Senior Services
Council Meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and example text. No specific official actions, resolutions, or ordinances are listed for decision.
Council Meeting
The Council will conduct reorganization activities, including the election of a President and Vice-President and mayoral appointments. The agenda also includes budget introduction, budget amendment, and budget adoption.
- Election of Council President and Vice-President
- Budget introduction, amendment, and adoption
- Land sale discussion
- First and second readings of ordinances
- Consent agenda items covering land use, grants, and contracts
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss ordinances regarding rent leveling transparency and the prohibition of new irrigation meters. The meeting includes a consent agenda for police vehicle purchases and road improvement bids.
- Ordinance #24-41: Amending rent leveling code for landlord rent increase transparency
- Ordinance #24-38: Prohibiting new irrigation meters for water and sewer rates
- Resolution #24-434: Purchase of one 2024 Tahoe for the Police Department
- Resolution #24-435: Award of bid for road improvements at Champlain and Larchmont Street
- Appointments to the 2024 Master Plan Committee
Council Meeting
The Council will certify the receipt and review of the CY2023 Audit and consider ordinances regarding water and sewer rates and raffle licenses. The meeting includes a consent agenda for tax cancellations, property liens, and vehicle contracts.
- Ordinance #24-38 to prohibit new irrigation meters for ESA and WSA
- Ordinance #24-39 regarding legalized raffle and bingo licenses
- Contracts for one 2025 Kenworth T880 and three 2025 Kenworth vehicles
- Property liens for cleanup costs at 1016 Commonwealth Blvd, 150 Farm St, 3100 Washington Ave, and 300 Larchmont St
- Shared service agreements with Ocean County for recycling and leaf waste composting (2025-2026)
Council Meeting
The Township Council is taking final action on ordinances regarding land use, property transactions, and employee salary ranges. The body is also reviewing several utility and infrastructure contracts via a consent agenda.
- Purchase of land at Whitings Terrace from Karen Mandel for $41,628.00
- Sale of Block 1.150, Lot 40 (1409 7th Avenue) to Jeffrey Jerman for $30,000.00
- Ordinances #24-36 and #24-37 to amend salary ranges for bargaining and non-bargaining employees
- Establishment of fees for Emergency Medical Transport
- Professional services contract for Genova Burns LLC regarding off-tract water facilities
Council Meeting
The Council will vote on ordinances regarding stormwater management, parking, and zoning maps. They are also considering the purchase of land at Whitings Terrace and the sale of a property on 7th Avenue, along with updates to employee salary ranges.
- Purchase of land at Whitings Terrace from Karen Mandel for $41,628.00
- Sale of Block 1.150, Lot 40 (1409 7th Avenue) to Jeffrey Jerman for $30,000.00
- Donation of Block 62, Lot 14 and Block 67.01 Lot 1.01 to Ocean County
- Ordinances #24-36 and #24-37 to amend salary ranges for bargaining and non-bargaining employees
- Report of a Bond Anticipation Note sale to Piper Sandler & Company for $8,382,052.80
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss donating two land parcels to Ocean County and take final action on amending the peddling and soliciting code. The meeting includes a consent agenda for various vehicle purchases and public works contracts.
- Ordinance #24-32: Donation of Block 62, Lot 14 and Block 67.01 Lot 1.01 to Ocean County
- Ordinance #24-28: Amending Township Code Chapter 301 regarding Peddling and Soliciting
- Purchase of multiple vehicles including eight Tahoes for Police, three F550 Dump Trucks, and an Animal Control Van
- Contract for John Deere Backhoe Loader and accessories via Jesco Inc.
- Collective Bargaining Agreement with FMBA Local 81
Council Meeting
The Township Council will discuss amending codes regarding peddling, soliciting, and parking. The meeting includes a consent agenda to cancel taxes for several disabled veterans and authorize various duplicate tax sale certificates.
- Ordinance #24-28 to increase fees and update background check requirements for peddling and soliciting
- Ordinance #24-29 regarding parking, loading, and vehicular access
- Ordinance #24-30 to amend the Zoning Map
- Resolution #24-370 for a Shared Services Agreement with Ocean County for the Buckingham Drive Project
- Resolution #24-371 to extend the police uniform bid with Action Uniform Company
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several contract awards for road improvements and municipal equipment. The meeting includes the establishment of salaries for department heads and non-contracted staff.
- Contract awards for NJDOT Municipal Aid Improvements to Station Road and Colt Place
- Purchase of eight roll-off containers from Wastequip and an Exmark mower from County Line Power Equipment
- Award of standby HVAC services to McCloskey Mechanical Contractors Inc. and electrical services to Magic Touch Construction Inc.
- Establishment of fees for USB drives
- Release of escrows for projects at 1001 12th Avenue and 1480 Lincoln Blvd
Council Meeting
The Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance revising mixed-use land development rules. The meeting includes a consent agenda for police appointments, grant applications, and several equipment contracts.
- Ordinance #24-27: Revising Section 245-74.1 regarding Mixed-Use Land Development
- Appointment of Michael Contreras and Ryan Thompson as full-time police officers
- Contract for a Schwarze Sweeper and accessories from Schwarze Industries
- Contract with Yesco Sign and Lighting Service for the Municipal Annex digital sign
- Contract with 10-75 Emergency Equipment for a command vehicle and accessories
Council Meeting
The Township Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding stormwater management and vehicle parking storage. The body is also considering a new ordinance to revise mixed-use land development regulations.
- Ordinance #24-17: Amending stormwater management regulations
- Ordinance #24-26: Amending vehicles and parking storage rules
- Ordinance #24-27: Revising mixed-use land development (first reading)
- Resolution #24-278: Support for Ocean County Natural Lands Trust to acquire properties (Block 62 Lots 15, 16, & 33)
- Resolution #24-289: Contract award to Lew Environmental Services for lead paint inspection
Council Meeting
The Council will vote on several ordinances, including the sale of a municipal lot and updates to stormwater and land use regulations. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various shared services agreements and contract awards.
- Sale of Block 1.276 Lot 17 (624 Lawrence Avenue) to Marcel and Rachel Rottenberg for $10,000.00
- Award of Bid 24-11 for water main replacement at Buckingham Drive to S&G Paving Inc.
- Award of Bid 24-14 to Allied Control Services Inc. for water and sewer maintenance and repair
- Purchase of variable message boards for the Police Department from Certified Speedometer Service Inc.
- Shared services agreement for Tax Assessor services between Manchester Township and Plumsted Township
Council Meeting
The Council will hear a budget presentation from Mayor Arace and vote on the adoption of the CY2024 Municipal Budget. The meeting includes final action on several multi-million dollar bond ordinances for water utility and police upgrades.
- Public hearing and adoption of the CY2024 Municipal Budget
- Bond Ordinance for Police Department communication center upgrades: $4,600,000
- Bond Ordinances for water utility improvements: $4,145,000 (Eastern) and $5,669,750 (Western)
- Bond Ordinance for North Buckingham Drive water main replacement: $2,200,000
- Proposed sale of Block 1.276 Lot 17 (624 Lawrence Avenue) for $10,000.00
Council Meeting
The Council is considering several bond ordinances for water utility improvements, police department upgrades, and capital equipment. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for various contracts, tax cancellations, and shared service agreements.
- Bond Ordinance #24-19: $4,600,000 for Police Department communication center upgrades
- Bond Ordinance #24-21: $5,669,750 for Western Service Area water utility improvements
- Bond Ordinance #24-20: $4,145,000 for Eastern Service Area water utility improvements
- Bond Ordinance #24-18: $2,200,000 for water main replacement at North Buckingham Drive
- Bond Ordinance #24-22: $5,400,000 for various capital improvements and equipment
Council Meeting
The Council is introducing the CY 2024 budget with total general appropriations of $47,512,282.64. The body is also considering a land use ordinance and several contracts for emergency equipment and software.
- Budget introduction #24-224: $47,512,282.64 total general appropriations
- Ordinance #24-16: Amending Ch. 245 Land Use and Development of the Township Code
- Resolution #24-216: Contract award to Blaze Emergency Equipment for an ambulance
- Resolution #24-211: Software agreement with Edmunds Govtech for Finance, Tax, Recreation & Utility package
- Resolution #24-209: Tax cancellation for a disabled veteran at 52 Rockingham Way
Council Meeting
The Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding recreation and township code amendments. The meeting includes a consent agenda covering utility budget appropriations, contract awards, and escrow releases.
- Ordinance #24-15: Amending Township Code concerning Recreation
- Ordinance #24-16: Amending Ch. 245 Land Use and Development
- Resolution #24-193: Award of Bid #24R-05 for Auto Body Repair and Towing
- Resolution #24-199: Settlement of litigation initiated by Marcus Stallworth
- Resolutions #24-201 to #24-204: Temporary 2024 Water and Sewer Utility Budget Appropriations
Council Meeting
The Township Council is meeting to consider a resolution regarding the Manchester Energy Aggregation Procurement Cooperative (MEAPC). The body is deciding whether to award a contract for electric generation services for participating residents in Manchester and Plumsted townships.
- Resolution 24-187: Decision to make no contract award for electric generation services based on March 27, 2024 price proposals
- Proposal to keep the Request for Proposals (RFP) open for up to 92 days to accept refreshed prices
Council Meeting
The Council will hold public hearings on ordinances for two property sales and a municipal budget cost of living allowance. The meeting includes a presentation on a community solar program and several routine consent agenda items.
- Sale of 1123 Madison Avenue to K. Sarama, LLC for $60,000.00
- Sale of 616 Grinnell Avenue to Gres for $65,455.00
- Ordinance to exceed Municipal Budget Cost of Living Allowance and establish a CAP Bank
- Award of Bid #24-09 for Emergency Contracting Services to Crest Construction Group
- Lease agreement with Cassone Leasing, Inc. and contract with Paradise Island Entertainment
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing the sale of three municipal properties and proposing changes to the water and sewer code and zoning map. The body is also considering an ordinance to exceed the municipal budget cost of living allowance.
- Proposed sale of 1123 Madison Avenue for $60,000.00
- Proposed sale of 616 Grinnell Avenue for $65,455.00
- Final action on sale of 4 Diamond Rd. for $12,400.00
- Proposed ordinance to exceed Municipal Budget Cost of Living Allowance
- Contract for veterinary services with Crestwood Village Veterinary Clinic LLC
Council Meeting
The Township Council is voting on the final action for several ordinances, including property sales and salary range adjustments. The body will also consider first readings for a new property sale and updates to the zoning map and water and sewer codes.
- Final action on sale of 2033 First Avenue to Kristine LaPorte for $20,000.00
- Introduction of sale of 4 Diamond Rd. to Patricia and Michael Farro Jr. for $12,400.00
- Proposed donation of 3145 Ridgeway Road to Ocean County
- Appointment of Conner R. Ferino as a full-time Police Officer
- Proposed amendments to the Zoning Map and the 'Water and Sewer' chapter of the Township Code
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing ordinances for the sale of a property at 2033 First Avenue and the donation of land at 3145 Ridgeway Road. The meeting includes a consent agenda for various municipal contracts, recreation fees, and infrastructure bids.
- Proposed sale of Block 1.21 Lot 30 (2033 First Avenue) to Kristine LaPorte for $20,000.00
- Proposed donation of Block 54 Lot 1 (3145 Ridgeway Road) to Ocean County
- Award of Bid 24-02 for Treatment Plant Upgrades Well #4 to Calgon Carbon Corporation
- Award of Bid 24-06 for Treatment Plant Upgrades Well No. 4 site improvements to Derstine Company, LLC
- Proposed amendment to salary ranges and positions of non-bargaining unit employees
Council Meeting
The Township Council will hold public hearings and final votes on ordinances regarding non-bargaining employee salaries and a redevelopment plan for Block 62. The body will also review various escrow releases and shared services agreements.
- Ordinance #24-01: Amending salary ranges and positions of non-bargaining unit employees
- Ordinance #24-02: Amending the Redevelopment Plan for Block 62, Lots 30 & 31.01
- Resolution #24-83: Contract and appointment of Bruno Associates, Inc. as Grants Consultant
- Resolution #24-85: Amended agreement for a traffic signal at Route 530 and Congasia Road
- Resolution #24-88: Shared services agreement with Lakehurst Borough for construction code services
Council Meeting
The Township Council will discuss updating salary ranges for non-bargaining employees and amending a redevelopment plan for Block 62. The meeting includes a large consent agenda featuring numerous professional appointments and temporary budget appropriations for 2024.
- Ordinance #24-01: Updating Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator salary to $2,500-$17,500 and adding a Public Information Officer stipend of $5,000-$10,000
- Ordinance #24-02: Amending the redevelopment plan for Block 62, Lots 30 & 31.01 to address Pinelands Commission comments
- Sale of $850,000 Special Emergency Note for Reassessment
- Appointment of various professional contracts including Township Attorney Lauren Staiger and Township Engineer Matthew Wilder
- Resolution #24-15: Re-establishing a petty cash fund in the amount of $200.00