Middle public meetings in 2025

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding a conservation easement and health-related fee schedules. The body will also consider several resolutions including grant agreements and the sale of open space bonds.

• Ordinance 2025-3488: Conservation easement for 1497 West Front Street
• Ordinance 2025-3489: Right of way dedication for 456 Highway 35
• Ordinance 2025-3490: Amendments to health related fees schedules
• Resolution 25-368: Sale of $11,965,000 Open Space Bonds, Series 2025
• Resolution 25-361: Emergency contract for stabilization at Tonya Keller Community Center

The Township Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda containing 17 resolutions, including the confirmation of an $11,965,000 open space bond sale to the Monmouth County Improvement Authority. Three ordinances were adopted on final reading, covering a conservation easement, a right-of-way dedication, and health fee schedules. The meeting also included sworn-in promotions for police officers and presentations of community awards.

• Approved $11,965,000 Open Space Bonds, Series 2025 sale to Monmouth County Improvement Authority
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3488 accepting conservation easement deed at 1497 West Front Street
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3489 accepting right-of-way dedication at 456 Highway 35
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3490 amending health-related fee schedules in Township Code
• Approved $33,500 grant agreement for 2026 senior services via Resolution 25-358
• Authorized emergency contract award to HouseLifter LLC for $24,300 stabilization at Tonya Keller Community Center
• Authorized $78,820 engineering contract to T&M Associates for Tonya Keller Community Center demolition
• Approved Place to Place liquor license transfer for Circle Wine + Liquor to 754 State Route 35

Township Committee

The Township Committee will discuss several proposed ordinances, including land easements and updates to health-related fee schedules. The body is also reviewing contract awards for police vehicles, HVAC systems, and municipal land sales.

• Ordinance 2025-3490 amending health related fees schedules
• Ordinance 2025-3488 for conservation easement at 1497 West Front Street
• Ordinance 2025-3489 for right of way dedication at 456 Highway 35
• Resolution 25-354 for the purchase of two Harley Davidson Road Glides (Police Package)
• Resolution 25-351 rejecting all bids for McMahon Park Improvements

The Township Committee passed three ordinances on first reading, including a conservation easement and health fee changes, with public hearings set for December 15. They rejected all bids for McMahon Park improvements because costs exceeded estimates and appropriations. The committee also approved contracts for senior center HVAC, police motorcycles, and brush grinding, and awarded bids for two residential lots.

• Passed Ordinance 2025-3488 (conservation easement at 1497 West Front St) on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3489 (right of way at 456 Highway 35) on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3490 (health fee schedules) on first reading (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for McMahon Park improvements (bids $3.6M-$5.1M exceeded estimates)
• Approved $191,189.10 HVAC contract for Senior Center (Res 25-348)
• Awarded sale of Block 1098.02, Lot 19.01 for $16,900 (Res 25-349)
• Awarded sale of 209 Raritan Place for $11,001 (Res 25-350)
• Approved $55,788 for two Harley Davidson police motorcycles (Res 25-354)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding passport and amusement game fees. The body is also considering a wide range of contracts for infrastructure, public safety equipment, and professional services.

• Bonds not to exceed $13,076,400 for various open space improvements
• Ordinance 2025-3486 amending fee schedules for passports and Registrar’s Office
• Ordinance 2025-3487 establishing amusement game licensing fees
• Contract for demolition of 127 Hubbard Avenue
• Resolution opposing the relocation of RWJ Barnabas Health’s Hospital to Tinton Falls

The Township Committee adopted a consent agenda of 30 resolutions, including a $13,076,400 consolidated bond issue for open space and park improvements. The committee formally opposed plans to relocate RWJ Barnabas Health’s hospital from Long Branch to Tinton Falls. Additionally, the committee approved contracts for fire equipment, police motorcycles, and engineering services, and renewed the solid waste collection contract.

• Approved $13,076,400 consolidated bond issue for open space and park improvements
• Adopted resolution opposing relocation of RWJ Barnabas Health hospital to Tinton Falls
• Approved $853,132 contract for E-One Typhoon Pumper fire truck
• Approved $144,431 contract for fire department turnout gear
• Approved $55,788 contract for two Harley Davidson police motorcycles
• Renewed solid waste collection contract for $7,900,375.82 (2026)
• Approved $199,572 engineering contract for Kings Highway improvements
• Approved $150,000 engineering contract for Tindall Park improvements

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding bamboo cultivation, the sale of Block 84 Lot 6, and non-contractual employee salaries. The body will also consider new fee schedules for passports and amusement game licensing.

• Ordinance 2025-3485 establishing regulations for planting and maintaining bamboo
• Ordinance 2025-3484 authorizing the sale of Block 84, Lot 6
• Resolution 25-309 for a lease agreement to operate the Veterans Affordable Housing Project at Block 502, Lot 2.01
• Resolution 25-305 for the purchase of one 2026 Ford F150 4X4 Crew Police Responder
• Resolution 25-314 canceling a $1,500 tax balance on Block 949, Lot 26.01

The Township Committee passed ordinances regulating bamboo cultivation and the sale of Block 84, Lot 6. The committee also authorized a 40-year lease with the Middletown Redevelopment Corporation to manage affordable housing for veterans.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-3485 establishing bamboo planting and maintenance regulations
• Approved Ordinance 2025-3484 authorizing the sale of Block 84, Lot 6
• Approved Ordinance 2025-3473 setting non-contractual employee salaries for 2025-2026
• Authorized 40-year, $1 lease with Middletown Redevelopment Corporation for veterans housing
• Approved $49,622 contract with Winner Ford for a 2026 Ford F150 police responder
• Approved $37,800 contract with Aurora Environmental Inc. for UHOT remediation at Croydon Hall
• Approved $219,464 contract with Whirl Construction for playground surfacing (4-0)
• Approved $5,957,717.09 in bill payments for October 20, 2025

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding land sales and a redevelopment agreement for Block 306, Lot 66. The body will also introduce ordinances for employee salaries and bamboo cultivation regulations. Other items include contracts for engineering services and emergency equipment.

• Ordinance 2025-3480: Purchase and sale agreement for redevelopment of Block 306, Lot 66
• Ordinance 2025-3482: Lease of one acre in Stevenson Park to Fostering Farmers, Inc.
• Ordinance 2025-3473: Amending salary ordinance for non-contractual employees for 2025-2026
• Resolution 25-293: Contract for one Eligin Bear Street Sweeper
• Resolution 25-302: Contract for UHOT remediation at Croydon Hall

The Township Committee adopted four ordinances, including one authorizing a purchase agreement for a solar farm redevelopment and three authorizing the sale of township-owned properties. The committee also passed a consent agenda approving numerous contracts for emergency equipment, street sweepers, and engineering services, as well as shared service agreements with neighboring municipalities. Three additional ordinances regarding salaries, another land sale, and bamboo regulations were introduced for first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3480 authorizing purchase agreement for solar farm redevelopment (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3481 amending fair market value for Block 835 property (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3482 authorizing lease to Fostering Farmers, Inc. in Stevenson Park (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3483 authorizing sale of Block 1098.02, Lot 19.01 in River Plaza (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3473 setting 2025-2026 non-contractual employee salaries (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3484 authorizing sale of Block 84, Lot 6 (3-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3485 establishing regulations for bamboo cultivation (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolutions 25-291 through 25-304 (3-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding a government energy aggregation program and fees for body-worn camera footage. The body will also introduce proposals for land sales and a farming lease in Stevenson Park. Other items include designating portions of Campbell's Junction as an area in need of redevelopment.

• Ordinance 2025-3477: Establishment of Government Energy Aggregation Program
• Ordinance 2025-3480: Purchase and sale agreement for Block 306, Lot 66 with Monmouth County and Port Monmouth Residential Developer, Llc
• Ordinance 2025-3482: Lease of approximately one acre in Stevenson Park (Block 1012, Lot 31.01) to Fostering Farmers, Inc.
• Ordinance 2025-3478: Special service charge for body worn camera footage requests
• Resolutions 25-281 and 25-282: Agreement with Christian Brothers Academy for Class III officers and redevelopment designation for Campbell's Junction

The Township Committee unanimously adopted three ordinances on final reading, including a government energy aggregation program and a special service charge for police camera footage. Four additional ordinances were introduced for first reading, covering land redevelopment, fair market value adjustments, a farming lease in Stevenson Park, and a land sale. The committee also passed a consent agenda of 22 resolutions, which included awarding contracts for leaf collection and security cameras, and designating parts of Campbell's Junction as areas in need of redevelopment or rehabilitation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3477 establishing Government Energy Aggregation Program (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3478 establishing special service charge for body/vehicle camera footage (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3479 amending code on outdoor display of goods (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3480 on first reading for Port Monmouth redevelopment purchase agreement (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3481 on first reading amending fair market value for Block 835 property (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3482 on first reading for lease with Fostering Farmers in Stevenson Park (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3483 on first reading authorizing sale of Block 1098.02, Lot 19.01 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda Resolutions 25-269 through 25-290 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on bond ordinances for capital and open space improvements. The meeting also includes the introduction of ordinances regarding energy aggregation and body-worn camera fees, as well as the hiring of five entry-level law enforcement officers.

• Bond Ordinance 2025-3475: $5,993,600 for various capital improvements
• Bond Ordinance 2025-3476: $3,413,000 for various open space improvements
• Ordinance 2025-3474: Authorizing the sale of Block 276, Lot 12
• Purchase of six 2025 Ford Police Interceptors and two 2025 Chevrolet Malibu LS 1FL sedans
• Resolution 25-263: Opposing the Transco Pipeline Project through the Raritan Bay

The Township Committee approved four ordinances, including a $5.99 million appropriation for capital improvements and a $3.41 million appropriation for open space improvements. The Committee also adopted a resolution opposing the renewed application for the Transco Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline through the Raritan Bay. Additionally, the Committee authorized the hiring of five new police officers and approved a $250,000 emergency appropriation for legal fees related to planning and open space litigation.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-3475: $5,993,600 appropriation for capital improvements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-3476: $3,413,000 appropriation for open space improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-263: Opposes Transco pipeline project through Raritan Bay (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-264: Authorizes hiring of five entry-level police officers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-266: $250,000 emergency appropriation for legal/expert fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-268: Payment of bills totaling $48,114,012.81 (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3477 on first reading: Government Energy Aggregation Program (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3478 on first reading: Special service charge for camera footage (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including the purchase of land for open space and updates to construction fees. The body will also introduce bond ordinances for capital and open space improvements totaling over $9 million.

• Proposed $1,300,000 appropriation for property acquisition at 270 Everett Road (Block 1049, Lot 62)
• Proposed $5,993,600 bond ordinance for various capital improvements
• Proposed $3,413,000 bond ordinance for open space improvements
• Proposed ordinance to amend construction code fees (§ 240-6)
• Resolution to acquire 408-410 Monmouth Avenue (Block 341, Lot 10) for affordable housing

The Township Committee unanimously approved five ordinances, including a $1.3 million appropriation and $1.235 million bond issuance to acquire property at 270 Everett Road for open space. The committee also introduced four bond ordinances for capital improvements totaling nearly $9.4 million in appropriations, which will be voted on after a public hearing in August. Additionally, the committee ratified emergency contracts for storm drainage and fire truck repairs, and appointed new police officers and tax assessors.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-3471: $1.3M appropriation and $1.235M bond for 270 Everett Road acquisition (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-3469: Agreement to purchase 270 Everett Road from Lincroft Presbyterian Church (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3475: $5.99M appropriation for capital improvements (4-0, first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3476: $3.41M appropriation for open space improvements (4-0, first reading)
• Ratified emergency contract for Hartshorne Drive storm drainage repair up to $190,000
• Ratified emergency contract for Lincroft Fire Company aerial ladder truck repair up to $132,550.64
• Appointed James Courtney and Robert Fernandez as entry-level police officers
• Appointed Christopher Anthes as Municipal Tax Assessor and Alex Worth as Deputy Tax Assessor

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on lease renewals and salary ordinances. The body is also introducing ordinances for construction fee changes, fire safety enforcement, and the purchase of property at 270 Everett Road for open space preservation.

• Bond Ordinance providing $1,300,000 for property acquisition
• Proposed purchase of Block 1049, Lot 62 (270 Everett Road) for recreation and open space
• Public hearing for Monmouth County Open Space Grant for Kunkel Park site improvements
• Resolution authorizing the purchase of four 2025 Ford Bronco Sports
• Ordinance authorizing lease renewal with Navesink Maritime Heritage Association for the Grover House

The Township Committee awarded a $1.97M contract for alterations to the Middletown Senior Center and entered a memorandum of agreement for an affordable veterans housing project. The committee also approved several park improvements, a new police chief contract, and renewed local liquor licenses.

• Awarded $1,971,200 contract for Senior Center alterations to G Meyer Group
• Approved memorandum of agreement with Middletown Redevelopment Corporation for affordable veterans housing
• Authorized $134,242.97 for four 2025 Ford Bronco Sports
• Approved new employment contract for Police Chief R. Craig Weber (2025-2029)
• Awarded $98,765 contract to Detwiler Roofing for Throckmorton Farm barn roof
• Approved $82,955 contract with Whirl Construction for Waloo Park surfacing
• Renewed liquor licenses for the 2025-2026 term
• Authorized $22,254,088.86 in bill payments

Township Committee

The Township Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2025 municipal operating budget. The body is also considering fee schedule amendments and the acquisition of a roadway easement at 642 Newman Springs Road.

• Resolution 25-154: Authorizing the 2025 Municipal Operating Budget
• Ordinances 2025-3463 and 2025-3464: Amending fee schedules for planning and development
• Ordinance 2025-3465: Establishing fair market value for a roadway easement at 642 Newman Springs Road
• Ordinance 2025-3466: Lease renewal with Navesink Maritime Heritage Association for the Grover House
• Ordinance 2025-3467: Amending salaries for non-contractual employees for 2025-2026

The Township Committee approved the 2025 Municipal Operating Budget and passed several ordinances updating planning fees and authorizing a roadway easement. The committee also approved a consent agenda covering various contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Adopted 2025 Municipal Operating Budget (3-0)
• Approved updated fee schedules for Planning and Development (3-0)
• Approved roadway easement acquisition at 642 Newman Springs Road (3-0)
• Approved $68,000 emergency contract to Flynn’s Tree Service for pipe replacement (3-0)
• Awarded $82,500 contract to T&M Associates for site suitability analysis (3-0)
• Authorized $143,500 Green Acres grant for Poricy Park Watershed Improvements (3-0)
• Approved $6,367,889.56 in bill payments for May 28, 2025 (3-0)
• Passed first reading of lease renewal for Grover House (3-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on transferring real property interests to Monmouth County. The body is also introducing ordinances to update planning and development fee schedules and acquire a roadway easement at 642 Newman Springs Road.

• Public hearing on disposition of Block 255, Lot 2 and Block 534, Lot 7 to Monmouth County
• Proposed amendments to fee schedules for planning and development (Ordinances 2025-3463 and 2025-3464)
• Proposed acquisition of roadway easement at 642 Newman Springs Road via purchase or eminent domain
• Contract awards for 2025 Recreation Bus Trips and Dempsey Pump House Preservation Plan
• Resolution for Emergency Temporary Appropriation

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2025-3462, transferring real property interests in two blocks to Monmouth County. They also passed three ordinances on first reading regarding planning fees and a roadway easement at 642 Newman Springs Road, with public hearings scheduled for May 28, 2025. Additionally, the committee approved a consent agenda authorizing various contracts, including tree trimming extensions, data communications services, and emergency appropriations.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3462 transferring property interests to Monmouth County (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3463 amending planning fee schedules on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3464 amending development fee schedules on first reading (5-0)
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3465 establishing roadway easement value at 642 Newman Springs Road on first reading (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda for Resolutions 25-171 through 25-181 (5-0)
• Authorized $42,000 contract for 2025 Recreation Bus Trips
• Authorized $276,961.64 five-year agreement for data communications with Aspire Technologies
• Authorized $50,000 contract for Dempsey Pump House preservation plan

Township Committee

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The meeting includes an executive session, public comments, and committee comments.

Township Committee

The Township Committee will introduce the 2025 Municipal Operating Budget and hold public hearings on several bond ordinances. The body is also considering the acquisition of real estate for recreation and open space preservation.

• Bond Ordinance 2025-3460: $1,850,000 appropriation for Kings Highway Safety Improvement Project (Phase I)
• Bond Ordinance 2025-3461: $3,000,000 appropriation for property acquisition
• Ordinance 2025-3458: Purchase of real estate from Saint Mary, Mother Of God Church (Block 524, Lot 84 and portion of Lot 101.01)
• Ordinance 2025-3459: Amendments to the Volunteer Incentive Program property tax relief
• Resolution 25-157: Contract for professional engineering services to Suburban Consulting for McMahon Park

The Township Committee passed the 2025 Municipal Budget on first reading and approved several bond ordinances for property acquisition and transit improvements. The committee also adopted a volunteer incentive program for property tax relief and authorized the acquisition of approximately 25 acres for open space preservation.

• Passed 2025 Municipal Budget on introduction (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved acquisition of Block 524, Lot 84 and portion of Lot 101.01 for open space (4-0, 1 recused)
• Approved property tax relief program for eligible volunteers (5-0)
• Approved $1.85M appropriation for Kings Highway Safe Routes to Transit Project (5-0)
• Approved $3M appropriation for property acquisition (4-0, 1 recused)
• Authorized $8.6M in bill payments for April 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved $1.99M in emergency temporary appropriations (4-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized fireworks displays at Navesink Country Club, Beacon Hill Country Club, and DiPiero residence

Township Committee

The Township Committee will discuss several bond ordinances for property acquisition and road safety. The meeting includes the introduction of ordinances for land purchase and volunteer tax relief, as well as various equipment and service contracts.

• Bond Ordinance for $1,850,000 for Kings Highway Safety Improvement Project (Phase I)
• Bond Ordinance for $3,000,000 for property acquisition
• Ordinance for purchase of real estate from Saint Mary, Mother Of God Church for open space
• Ordinance amending the Property Tax Relief Payment Program for eligible volunteers
• Contracts for one John Deere 524 P-Tier and eight Bobcat mowers

The Township Committee passed four ordinances on first reading, including the acquisition of land from Saint Mary, Mother of God Church for open space and a $1.85M transit improvement project. A consent agenda was adopted approving several equipment purchases, landscaping contracts, and a $6.7M emergency temporary appropriation.

• Passed first reading for acquisition of Block 524, Lot 84 and portion of Lot 101.01 (5-0)
• Passed first reading for $1.85M Kings Highway Safe Routes to Transit project (5-0)
• Passed first reading for $3M property acquisition bond ordinance (5-0)
• Passed first reading for Volunteer Incentive Program tax relief amendments (5-0)
• Approved $230,000 contract for John Deere loader and $117,912 for Bobcat mowers
• Approved $443,222 for remount of 1998 International 4900 rescue vehicle
• Approved $77,266 landscaping contract awarded to Capelli Farms, LLC
• Authorized $6.7M emergency temporary appropriation for various accounts

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding parking restrictions on Sunnyside Road. The body is also considering several vehicle purchases and a redevelopment designation for 200 South Laurel Avenue.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-3457 regarding parking restrictions on Sunnyside Road
• Designation of Block 795, Lot 5.01 (200 South Laurel Avenue) as an area in need of redevelopment
• Purchase of one F450 Rack Body Truck, five F450 Mason Dumps, and ten 2025 Ford F250 Trucks
• Resolution 25-141 for a place-to-place transfer for Portside Bar & Liquors
• Federal Aid Agreement with NJ Department of Transportation for Campbell's Junction

The Township Committee approved several vehicle purchases from Nielsen Ford and Winner Ford, a curbside brush collection contract, and a redevelopment designation for 200 South Laurel Avenue. The committee also passed an ordinance regarding parking restrictions on Sunnyside Road and authorized a temporary emergency appropriation.

• Approved $160,800 contract for Multizone Curbside Brush Collection to Bennett Property and Design Works, Inc.
• Approved purchase of one F450 Rack Body Truck for $82,255.61
• Approved purchase of five F450 Mason Dumps for $439,128.05
• Approved purchase of ten Ford F-250 trucks for $613,915.00
• Approved purchase of one 2025 Ford F150 Crew Cab for $46,729.52
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3457 amending parking restrictions along Sunnyside Road
• Designated Block 795, Lot 5.01 (200 South Laurel Avenue) as an area in need of redevelopment
• Approved $23,126,196.62 in bill payments for March 17, 2025

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on several proposed ordinances, including tax exemptions for urban renewal entities and changes to camp fees. The body will also consider contracts for recycling marketing, park equipment, and refuse vehicles.

• 2025-3455 Ordinance amending summer camp and preschool fees
• 2025-3451 through 2025-3454 Ordinances for financial agreements with urban renewal entities on Block 1131
• 2025-3456 Ordinance for stop signs and through street designation at Brasch Farms Development
• Resolution 25-116 for purchase of playground equipment for Waloo Park
• Resolutions 25-122 and 25-123 for purchase of a Kenworth T480 chassis and Leach 2R111 refuse body

The Township Committee unanimously adopted five ordinances authorizing long-term tax exemption agreements for urban renewal projects at Exit 109 and Brasch Farms. They also approved a $415,343.98 change order for the 2024 Road Program Phase 1, bringing that contract's total to $2,516,281.98. Additionally, the committee passed a consent agenda covering recycling contracts, playground equipment purchases, and new firefighter appointments.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3455 amending recreation program fees (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3456 authorizing stop signs and street designation at Brasch Farms (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3451 authorizing financial agreement with Avalon Middletown Urban Renewal, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2025-3452, 2025-3453, and 2025-3454 authorizing agreements with Exit 109 Urban Renewal entities (5-0 each)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3457 regarding Sunnyside Road parking restrictions on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-115 authorizing $415,343.98 change order for 2024 Road Program Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-116 authorizing $184,866.40 purchase of playground equipment for Waloo Park (5-0)
• Appointed five new firefighters to Stations 1, 4, 5, and 10

Township Committee

The Township Committee will vote on designating several Exit 109 Urban Renewal entities as redevelopers within the River Centre South area. The body is also holding a public hearing on an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits. Other business includes infrastructure contracts and recreation fee changes.

• Designation of Exit 109 Urban Renewal 1, 3, 6, and 2 LLCs as redevelopers for portions of Block 1131
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-3450 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits
• Purchase of one 2025 Kenworth T480 Tandem Axle Chassis and associated dump body and plow
• Sale of Township-owned real property in Block 67, Lot 7.01 for affordable housing
• Proposed ordinance amending recreation program fees

The Township Committee designated four entities as redevelopers for the River Centre South area, including a site for a Starbucks. The committee also adopted a Sustainable Land Use Pledge and approved several professional engineering contracts and equipment purchases.

• Designated Exit 109 Urban Renewal 1, 2, 3, and 6 LLCs as redevelopers for River Centre South (5-0)
• Approved Sustainable Land Use Pledge (5-0)
• Awarded $70,000 engineering contract to Boro Engineering (5-0)
• Awarded $99,850 engineering contract to T&M Associates (5-0)
• Awarded $140,000 engineering contract to Remington & Vernick Engineers (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved $173,287.60 purchase of 2025 Kenworth T480 Chassis (5-0)
• Approved $193,884.10 purchase of dump body and salt spreader equipment (5-0)
• Approved sale of Block 67, Lot 7.01 to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding non-contractual employee salaries and parking fee waivers for volunteers. The body will also introduce an ordinance to exceed 2025 municipal budget appropriation limits.

• Ordinance 2025-3448: Parking fee waivers for Volunteer Incentive Program
• Ordinance 2025-3449: 2025 salaries for non-contractual employees
• Ordinance 2025-3450: Exceeding municipal budget appropriation limits and establishing a CAP bank
• Resolution 25-79: Purchase of five Ford F250 trucks with plows
• Resolution 25-87: Place to place transfer of liquor license for Circus Liquors, Inc.

The Township Committee unanimously adopted two ordinances: one implementing parking fee waivers for volunteers and another setting 2025 salaries for non-contractual employees. They also introduced an ordinance to exceed budget limits and establish a cap bank, with a public hearing scheduled for February 18. A consent agenda of 16 resolutions was approved, covering tax cancellations, contract awards for trucks and health transport, and the payment of $3,494,349.53 in bills.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3448 for volunteer parking fee waivers (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3449 setting 2025 non-contractual salaries (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3450 to exceed budget limits and establish cap bank (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions 25-71 through 25-86 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of five Ford F-250 trucks for $303,935.00
• Awarded Middletown Wellness Wheels contract to Uber Health LLC (not to exceed $90,000)
• Authorized payment of bills totaling $3,494,349.53
• Reauthorized liquor license transfer for Circus Liquors, Inc. (5-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to increase the collection rate for the open space and preservation trust fund. The body will also consider ordinances regarding volunteer parking fee waivers and 2025 non-contractual employee salaries.

• Public hearing: Ordinance 2025-3447 to increase the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund rate
• Proposed Ordinance 2025-3448 for parking fee waivers under the Volunteer Incentive Program
• Proposed Ordinance 2025-3449 setting 2025 salaries for non-contractual employees
• Resolution 25-55 for the renovation of the Normandy Park Hockey Rink contract
• Resolution 25-58 to renew the agreement with Monmouth County SPCA for stray animal housing

The Township Committee approved several infrastructure contracts, including a hockey rink renovation and a new fire pumper. They also passed an ordinance to increase the collection rate for the Open Space and Preservation Trust Fund.

• Approved $641,105 contract to Precise Construction Inc for Normandy Park Hockey Rink renovation
• Approved $787,900 purchase of one Spartan Pumper from Campbell Supply Company
• Passed Ordinance 2025-3447 increasing the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund collection rate
• Approved $42,000 change order for DMR Architects for the Middletown Senior Center
• Authorized $22,466,097.16 in bill payments
• Renewed agreement with Monmouth County SPCA for stray animal housing (not to exceed $55,000)
• Approved Emergency Operations Plan and Monmouth County Intra-County Mutual Aid Agreement
• Released affordable housing restrictions for 767 Monmouth Parkway

Township Committee

The Township Committee will elect a Mayor and Deputy Mayor and swear in newly elected member Tony Perry. The body will appoint various municipal officers, professional consultants, and legal counsel for the 2025 term. The meeting includes the introduction of an ordinance to increase the collection rate for a voter-approved trust fund.

• Ordinance to increase the annual collection rate for the Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund
• Resolution 25-45 authorizing a temporary budget for 2025
• Resolution 25-28 setting grace periods and interest rates for 2025 taxes
• Resolution 25-36 awarding a contract for professional engineering services for Mater Dei Property
• Resolution 25-37 awarding a contract for transformer installation for the Veterans Housing Project

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint municipal officers. The committee approved numerous professional service contracts for legal, engineering, and auditing services for the 2025 calendar year.

• Elected Anthony S. Perry as Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Rick W. Hibell as Deputy Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Appointed Brian M. Nelson, Esq. as Township Attorney (5-0)
• Approved $95,300 contract for Township Auditor Robert Swisher (5-0)
• Approved $402,000 flat fee for Spiro, Harrison, & Nelson LLC as General Special Counsel (5-0)
• Approved $2,225,000 stop loss insurance premium with Nationwide Insurance (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to increase Open Space and Preservation Trust Fund collection rate (5-0)
• Appointed Fire Department and EMS Department officers (5-0)