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LakewoodNJ averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$618,400 Typical home value $588,670 +7.9% yr/yr · +76.9% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$140.5M (FY2023)
Total spending$100.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$80.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$47.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$724 (FY2023)
Development activity
20251,104 housing units ($108.9M)
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Lakewood Committee to vote on Medical Village zoning, sidewalk/road bids, and property sales
The Lakewood Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda of resolutions, including performance guarantee releases, bid awards for sidewalk and roadway projects, and a payroll services contract. The committee will also hold public hearings on three ordinances: adding a Medical Village zoning district, granting a utility easement on Hughes Avenue, and authorizing the sale of a portion of Block 480 Lot 1 on Wood Avenue. No ordinances are scheduled for first reading.
- Ordinance 2026-022: Add Medical Village to Unified Development Ordinance (second reading)
- Ordinance 2026-027: Grant utility easement to MUA for water mains on Hughes Avenue (second reading)
- Ordinance 2026-028: Authorize public sale of ~22,000 sq ft portion of Block 480 Lot 1 on Wood Avenue (second reading)
- Bid award: North Lake Sidewalk Improvements to A. Takton Concrete Corp., South River, NJ
- Bid award: Vermont Avenue Roadway Improvements to C.J. Hesse, Inc., Atlantic Highlands, NJ
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Agenda August 13, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
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Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 26392086810
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B.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 16, 2026
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
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2026-276 Resolution Of The Township Of Lakewood, County Of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, Releasing Performance Guarantee Posted By Accurate Builders, LLC In Connection With SD 1998 (Nussbau …
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Lakewood Committee sets public hearing for municipal budget and zoning changes
The Lakewood Township Committee will approve minutes and a consent agenda of resolutions, including the release of performance bonds for various construction projects and the awarding of professional services contracts. The meeting also includes the first reading of ordinances for a utility easement, a private land sale, and a proposed zoning addition for a 'Medical Village'.
- Release of performance bonds for construction projects (e.g., 10th Street, Rockaway Ave)
- Awarding professional services contracts for engineering and grant writing
- First reading of ordinance to add 'Medical Village' to zoning regulations
- First reading of ordinance for utility easement on Hughes Avenue
- First reading of ordinance for private sale of land on Wood Avenue
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Agenda July 16, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
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Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 26316327531.
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 25, 2026 and July 8, 2026
D.
MUNICIPAL BUDGET: Public Hearing Scheduled for September 3, 2026
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2026-274 Resolution Of The Township Of Lakewood, County Of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, Authorizing The 2026 Local …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Committee Meeting
Committee hears objection to Lake Terrace liquor license renewal
The Lakewood Township Committee is holding a special meeting to hear an objection to the renewal of Plenary Retail Consumption License 1514-33-048-001 for Lake Terrace Manager, LLC. A resolution regarding the renewal is on the consent agenda. Public comment is invited via WebEx, email, or phone.
- Hearing on objection to renewal of liquor license 1514-33-048-001 for Lake Terrace Manager, LLC
- Resolution 2026-253 on the consent agenda to address the license renewal
- Public comment accepted via WebEx, email, or phone during the meeting
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Agenda July 08, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Special Meeting 03:00 PM
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Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided to the public and the press in accordance with the provisions of the Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published on the Township legal notices web-page on June 29, 2026.
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ROLL CALL: MEETING BEGINS AT 3:00 PM This is a special meeting of the Township Committee for the purposes of hearing the objection to the renewal of Plenary Retail Consumption License 1514-33-048-001, Lake Terrace Manager, LLC.
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
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HEARING: Objection to Renewal of Liquor License 1514-33-048-001 Lake Terrac …
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Public hearing on Lakewood watershed inventory report
The Lakewood Township Committee will hold a public hearing on the Watershed Inventory Report for the Ocean County watershed map. The consent agenda includes releasing performance guarantees for multiple developers, renewing numerous liquor licenses, authorizing grant applications for road improvements (East Kennedy Blvd, Williams St, Henry St), awarding bids for 2025 Roadway Improvements Phases 2A and 2B to S&G Paving, and adopting a Community Energy Plan. First-reading ordinances include traffic changes on Massachusetts and Payne Avenues, an alcohol license amendment, tax cancellation for Congregation Mesifta Atereth Mordechai, vacating Beaumont Street, and accepting a land donation on Brill Street, Ferndale Avenue, and Wayne Street.
- Public hearing on Watershed Inventory Report (Ocean County phase 1 draft)
- Bid awards for 2025 Roadway Improvements Phase 2A and 2B to S&G Paving
- Ordinance to cancel taxes for Block 41, Lot 16 (Congregation Mesifta Atereth Mordechai) for 2024-2026
- Ordinance to vacate Beaumont Street paper street
- Resolution to accept bus stops on Route 9
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Agenda June 25, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is 26345041564.
All participants will be muted upon entry but may participate by using the *3 key on the phone to raise your hand or by clicking the raise hand button to be recognized via computer. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] . This meeting is live- streamed & recorded on Townhall Streams at https://townhallstreams.com
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 28, 2026
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DISCUSSION
D.1
Watershed Inventory Report Public Hearing
1. Lakewood Township Watershed Map (Ocean) phase-1-wip-REVISED DRAFT.pdf
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CONSENT AGENDA
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Thu May 28, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Lakewood to approve affordable housing spending plan and bus terminal safety project
The committee will vote on a consent agenda of 33 resolutions covering routine financial and administrative matters. Notable items include approving the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan, awarding a bid for bus terminal pedestrian safety improvements, and supporting the HELPER Act for housing for public employees.
- Approve Affordable Housing Trust Fund Spending Plan (D.32)
- Award bid for Bus Terminal FY 2024 Safe Streets to Transit pedestrian route improvements to A. Takton Concrete Corp. (D.33)
- Authorize UEZ project requests for snow melters and wheel loaders (D.26) and security screening equipment (D.27)
- Authorize shared services agreements for Ocean County High-Tech Crimes Unit (D.17) and Traffic Enforcement Program (D.18)
- Accept highest bid for sale of township-owned land, Block 1051.09 Lot 10 (D.20)
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Agenda May 28, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 26329224349
All participants will be muted upon entry but may participate by using the *3 key on the phone to raise your hand or by clicking the raise hand button to be recognized via computer. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] . This meeting is live- streamed & recorded on Townhall Streams at https://townhallstreams.com
B.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 16, 2026
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
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2026-189 Resolution Of The Township Of Lakewood, County Of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, Releasing The Maintenance Guarantee Posted By Jacob Lipschitz In Connection With ZB #3987 (River Ave), Block 782, Lot 3 …
Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Committee to vote on narcotics strike force pact and July 4 drone show
The Lakewood Township Committee will consider a large consent agenda including approval of a shared services agreement with Ocean County for the Narcotics Strike Force, a drone show for Independence Day at Lake Carasaljo, and numerous performance bond releases. Also up for vote are an emergency contract extension for shuttle liaison and authorizations for tax refunds and disabled veteran exemptions.
- Shared services agreement with Ocean County for Narcotics Strike Force (2026)
- Drone show display by Orion Skys LLC for Independence Day at Lake Carasaljo
- Bid award to Scozarri Builders for overhead door alterations at DPW Building #2-Phase 2
- Emergency contract extension for shuttle liaison with Neighborhood Navigators UEZ
- Tax refund overpayments to property owners on various blocks and lots
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Agenda April 16, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 26339972690
All participants will be muted upon entry but may participate by using the *3 key on the phone to raise your hand or by clicking the raise hand button to be recognized via computer. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] . This meeting is live- streamed & recorded on Townhall Streams at https://townhallstreams.com
B.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: March 12, 2026
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
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2026-155 Resolution Of The Township Of Lakewood, County Of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, Releasing Performance Guarantee Posted By Joel Y. Kaszirer In Connection With 1445 Pine Park Avenue, Block 25.04, Lot …
Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Committee approves budget transfers and traffic light agreements
The Lakewood Township Committee will consider approving the release of performance bonds for various road restoration projects and authorizing traffic signal agreements with Ocean County. The agenda also includes authorizing budget transfers, a shared services agreement for a SWAT team, and a contract with the Jersey Shore Blue Claws.
- Release of performance bonds for road restoration projects (Monmouth Ave, River Ave, Locust St)
- Traffic signal agreements with Ocean County for multiple intersections
- Shared services agreement for a Regionalized SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Team
- Contract with the Jersey Shore Blue Claws
- Authorizing budget transfers and emergency temporary appropriations for 2026
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Agenda March 12, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 28663314555
All participants will be muted upon entry but may participate by using the *3 key on the phone to raise your hand or by clicking the raise hand button to be recognized via computer. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] . This meeting is live- streamed & recorded on Townhall Streams at https://townhallstreams.com
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 5, 2026 Regular Meeting and Board of Health Meeting
D.
CONSENT AGENDA
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2026-127 Resolution Of The Township Of Lakewood, County Of Ocean, State Of New Jersey, Releasing Performance Guarantee Posted B …
Thu Feb 5, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Lakewood Committee to release performance bonds and approve contracts
The Lakewood Township Committee will meet to approve a consent agenda including the release of performance bonds for various construction projects, the award of road improvement and snow removal contracts, and the issuance of amusement licenses. The meeting will also include the first reading of ordinances regarding tax cancellations for specific properties.
- Release of performance bonds for Mesoras Hatorah (Neimann Rd), 1515 Pine St, and Prospect LLC (Prospect St)
- Award of road improvement contracts: 14th St & Cedarview Ave, Forest Ave & Carey St, and Marlin Ave Phase 2
- Award of snow removal services contracts
- First reading of ordinances to cancel 2025 taxes for Beth Medrash Govoha, Yeshiva Toras Aron, and Meoros Bais Yaakov
- Authorization for Local Recreational Improvement Grant (LRIG) application
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Agenda February 05, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
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Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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Thursday, February 05, 2026 at 10 :30 P . February 5 . - 11 :55 P . February 5 .
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING
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Board of Health Agenda
1. 02-20-2025 BOH Meeting Draft.pdf
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 15, …
Thu Jan 15, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Committee Meeting
Public hearing on Watershed Inventory Report Phase 1
The Lakewood Township Committee will hold a public hearing on the draft 2026 Watershed Inventory Report Phase 1 before a January 2026 filing deadline. The committee will then vote on a consent agenda of 33 resolutions dealing with performance guarantee releases, professional service contracts, tax cancellations and refunds, and an emergency contract for a shuttle bus liaison.
- Public hearing on 2026 Draft Watershed Inventory Report Phase 1
- Resolution authorizing emergency contract for Lakewood Shuttle Liaison – Neighborhood Navigators
- Resolution for change orders on 2024 Roadway Improvements Phase 1 and East 4th/Clover Street projects
- Resolution rejecting all bids from January 9, 2026 private auction for Block 175, Lot 67
- Resolution authorizing contracts with NJ State and cooperative system vendors
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Agenda January 15, 2026
Lakewood Township Committee Meeting
Regular Meeting 05:30 PM
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided in accordance with the provisions of the
Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A . 10:4-6, and published in the Asbury Park Press on January 7, 2026.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10 :30 P . January 15 . - 11 :30 P . January 15 .
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ROLL CALL - MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P. M.
The public is welcome to participate using Web-Ex either by computer (audio/visual) https://signin.webex.com/join or by phone (audio only). The phone number is (408) 418-9388. The Meeting ID#/Password is: 26331474273
All participants will be muted upon entry but may participate by using the *3 key on the phone to raise your hand or by clicking the raise hand button to be recognized via computer. Comments may also be emailed to [email protected] . This meeting is live- streamed & recorded on Townhall Streams at https://townhallstreams.com
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SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND PRAYER
C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: December 4, 2025 and January 2, 2026
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DISCUSSION
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Watershed Inventory Report Phase 1 Public Hearing …
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
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🌐 County-level context (Ocean County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+1,066 people (+$170.9M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)6 ({"Hurricane": 8, "Snowstorm": 6, "Flood": 4, "Severe Storm": · last Thu Apr 24, 2025)
Traffic fatalities4 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments15,020 (172,650 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,040/mo (1,748 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.6% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$140.5M
Spending$100.0M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$47.0M
Debt-to-revenue0.33×
Debt-load index32 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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