Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey

Recreation Committee

Board of Adjustment

Senior Committee

Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor de Contribuyentes No Residentes llevará a cabo su Reunión Anual el 29 de agosto de 2026, de 10AM a 12PM en Antrim School. La agenda incluye ponentes que tratarán diversos temas del pueblo. No se enumeran puntos específicos de la agenda ni decisiones más allá de la descripción general.

• Reunión Anual programada para el 29 de agosto de 2026, en Antrim School, 401 Niblick St.
• Se contará con ponentes que tratarán temas del pueblo.

Open Space Committee

Board of Adjustment

The Board will first approve the minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. It will then review Application 2026-19, a request by The White Sands Ocean Front Resort to obtain a use variance for a multi‑use hotel, spa, restaurant/banquet and a private residence at 1201‑1205 Ocean Avenue. The public may comment on this and any other items during the public participation portion of the meeting.

• Approve minutes from April 16, 2026 meeting
• Review use variance request for The White Sands Ocean Front Resort at 1201‑1205 Ocean Avenue
• Public comment period for agenda and non‑agenda items

Senior Committee

El Comité de Personas Mayores de Point Pleasant Beach llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 14 de julio de 2026. Los puntos incluyen la aprobación de actas anteriores, la presentación de un informe de tesorería sobre los saldos del Borough y del Endowment Fund (con un llamado para un tesorero voluntario), la discusión de un evento teatral en agosto y la recepción de una actualización sobre un proyecto de Eagle Scout en Pleasure Park. No se anticipan decisiones importantes; la agenda es principalmente procedimental y orientada a la planificación.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 11 de junio
• Informe de tesorería sobre los saldos del Borough y del Endowment Fund – se necesita voluntario para Tesorero
• Actualización y discusión del evento teatral de agosto
• Actualización del proyecto de Eagle Scout en Pleasure Park
• Comentarios de los participantes públicos

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a resolution extension request for a subdivision at 1402 Ocean Avenue, seeking additional time to perfect the plan. The board will also review sign applications for three local businesses: The Market at 505 Richmond Ave, The Grille at 303 Richmond Ave, and Fornellos at 133 Ocean Ave. Public participation is welcome on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Resolution extension request 2025-444 – 1402 Ocean Partnership LLC – additional time to perfect subdivision
• Sign review – The Market – 505 Richmond Ave
• Sign review – The Grille – 303 Richmond Ave
• Sign review – Fornellos – 133 Ocean Ave

Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee

Este comité asesor discutirá la planificación de su reunión anual y recibirá una actualización del alcalde. La agenda es procesal, sin votaciones sobre ordenanzas, contratos o rezonificaciones.

• Discusión de la Reunión Anual programada para el sábado 29 de agosto de 2026, de 10AM a 12PM en Antrim School, 401 Niblick St.
• Actualización del alcalde sobre temas del pueblo

The meeting covered various community updates including new business openings, rescheduled events, and infrastructure projects. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this session.

• Discussed background check recommendations for volunteers
• Noted Sea Streak Ferry service was voted down by the Council
• Noted America 250 parade and block party postponed to September 6th
• Noted Tug of War with Manasquan is canceled, replaced by Columbus Day weekend event
• Noted 4th of July fireworks rescheduled for July 16th

Historic Preservation Commission

La Point Pleasant Beach Historic Preservation Commission se reunirá para presentar a un nuevo miembro, revisar el Historical Ordinance Plan, recibir actualizaciones sobre la USGC Station, considerar cómo asegurar dinero de subvenciones para 2026‑2027 y verificar el presupuesto actual y su uso. Estos puntos son para discusión en lugar de decisiones formales.

• Presentación de Derick Fischer como miembro de la Historic Preservation Commission
• Lectura del Historical Ordinance Plan por Bill Elwell
• Actualizaciones sobre la USGC Station
• Planes para obtener dinero de subvenciones para 2026/2027
• Verificación del presupuesto actual de la comisión y discusión de su uso

The Commission reviewed progress on the USCG Station building and discussed future public events. The Historical Ordinance Plan was tabled until the next meeting. No substantive votes or new ordinances were passed during this session.

• Approved previous meeting minutes via email (unanimous)
• Tabled Historical Ordinance Plan

Council

El Consejo del Point Pleasant Beach celebrará una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos legales, seguida de una reunión regular para votar sobre un orden del día de consentimiento que incluye una camioneta de bomberos aérea de 2,5 millones de dólares, la denegación de una licencia de filmación para una producción de televisión que alquila una residencia privada y una solicitud de subvención para mejoras en las carreteras. Las discusiones cubrirán una señal de bienvenida para el equipo de béisbol campeón estatal, la financiación y la logística de America 250 y una ruta de desfile.

• Aprobación de PO a Fire & Safety Services para la camioneta de bomberos aérea Pierce ($2,512,434.41)
• Denegación de la solicitud de licencia de filmación de 495 Productions para una película de TV en una residencia privada (31 de julio - 31 de agosto)
• Autorización para solicitar una subvención de NJDOT para el proyecto de mejora de St. Louis Ave/Cooks Ln/Cooks Road
• Aprobación de la aplicación del Comité S/E de America 250 para el Desfile y la Fiesta de Bloques el 6 de septiembre
• Aprobación del pago por la sustitución parcial de la tubería principal de agua de Route 35 certificado 6 ($264,124.26) y la extensión de pavimentación de Randall Ave

Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 6 de julio de 2026. Discutirán temas de nuevos negocios, incluyendo una ordenanza de árboles para los lotes de desarrollo de Manasquan y la replantación de seis árboles callejeros eliminados en New Jersey Avenue. Los informes cubrirán recomendaciones del Condado de Ocean, una subvención estatal y actualizaciones de la Junta de Planificación y otros comités.

• Discusión de la Ordenanza de Árboles de los Lotes de Desarrollo de Manasquan
• Plantación por parte del Borough de 6 árboles callejeros eliminados en New Jersey Avenue
• Despliegue de mantas de mantillo en Chicago/Antrim, Lake Louise, Lake of the Lillies, el estacionamiento de Little Silver y Chicago Ave en la parte superior de Little Silver
• Actualización de interés de otoño para árboles callejeros gratuitos
• Plantación de primavera BBT por Louise

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Point Pleasant Beach llevará a cabo una reunión especial el 2 de julio de 2026 para considerar la solicitud 2026-14 para 804-808 Arnold Avenue. El solicitante propone cambiar el uso de la propiedad de comercio minorista a dos inquilinos: un centro de acondicionamiento físico (5,413 sf en el primer piso y sótano) y un segundo inquilino con hasta 12,312 sf para comercio minorista, recreación, comercio minorista experiencial, restaurante, tienda departamental u oficinas. El punto fue continuado sin previo aviso desde la reunión del 18 de junio de 2026. La junta decidirá si concede la varianza solicitada o el cambio de uso.

• Solicitud 2026-14 para 804-808 Arnold Avenue, Block 91.02, Lot 10
• Propuesta de cambio de uso de comercio minorista a centro de acondicionamiento físico e inquilinos comerciales mixtos
• Inquilino 1: Centro de acondicionamiento físico, aproximadamente 5,413 sf en el primer piso y sótano
• Inquilino 2: Usos permitidos que incluyen comercio minorista, recreación, restaurante, oficinas en el primer y segundo piso, hasta 12,312 sf
• Punto trasladado sin previo aviso desde la reunión especial del 18 de junio de 2026

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Point Pleasant Beach celebra una reunión especial para llevar a cabo una revisión de cortesía de la Solicitud 2026-451 de Verizon Wireless. La propuesta consiste en reubicar las antenas de telecomunicaciones del tanque de agua existente a un nuevo monopolo de 170 pies (175 pies con pararrayos) en 416 New York Avenue. Se invita la participación del público en los puntos de la agenda y en temas fuera de la agenda.

• Revisión de cortesía de las mejoras municipales de telecomunicaciones para Verizon Wireless en 416 New York Avenue (Lote 7, Bloque 33)
• Reubicación de antenas del tanque de agua al monopolo propuesto de 170 pies (175 pies con pararrayos)
• Un único punto en la agenda para esta reunión especial

Green Team Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor del Equipo Verde de Point Pleasant Beach y la Comisión Ambiental celebrarán una reunión conjunta el 25 de junio de 2026. Los puntos incluyen la revisión de las actas de abril de 2026, informes de oficiales y comités, y discusiones sobre el Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4, el Sistema de Calificación Comunitaria de FEMA y problemas de llanuras aluvionales. La parte del Equipo Verde está temporalmente suspendida durante la reestructuración de SJ, pero se discutirán otras iniciativas ambientales.

• Discusión del Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4 y el Sistema de Calificación Comunitaria de FEMA de PPB
• Discusión de llanuras aluvionales de FEMA con George Loder
• Actualización sobre el programa Patchwork for Wildlife
• Discusión de Iniciativas/Plan de Conservación del Agua
• Revisión de la disponibilidad de la subvención para la actualización del Inventario de Recursos Naturales

Environmental Commission

La Comisión Ambiental de Point Pleasant Beach revisará y discutirá varias iniciativas ambientales en su reunión del 25 de junio de 2026. Las discusiones clave incluyen el Permiso MS4 de aguas pluviales, el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA y los requisitos de paisajismo para los planes de parcelas y subdivisiones. La comisión también considerará iniciativas de conservación del agua, oportunidades de subvenciones y actualizaciones sobre el Inventario de Recursos Naturales y el Programa de Reconocimiento de Negocios Verdes. La reunión incluye la participación del público y la revisión de las actas anteriores.

• Discusión sobre el Permiso MS4 de aguas pluviales y el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA
• Requisitos de paisajismo para planes de parcelas/subdivisiones (investigación de ordenanzas)
• Iniciativas/Plan de Conservación del Agua
• Actualización del Inventario de Recursos Naturales (fondos de subvención disponibles)
• Programa de Reconocimiento de Negocios Verdes

Recreation Committee

El Comité de Recreación de Point Pleasant Beach revisará actas, escuchará informes ejecutivos y recibirá actualizaciones de subcomités sobre conciertos de verano, skateboarding, pickleball y otros programas recreativos. También se discutirán asuntos pendientes y asuntos nuevos.

• Actualización de la serie de conciertos de verano
• Informe del subcomité de Pickleball
• Discusión sobre el reemplazo del Tug of War
• Actualización de la licencia de rifa
• Actualización de la planificación de Winter Wonderland

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria para considerar la Solicitud 2026-14, que propone cambiar el uso de 804-808 Arnold Avenue de comercio minorista para albergar a dos inquilinos: un centro de acondicionamiento físico (5,413 sq ft en el primer piso y el sótano) y un uso permitido (12,312 sq ft en el primer y segundo piso) para comercio minorista, recreación, comercio experiencial, restaurante, tienda departamental u oficinas. La junta también formalizará actas y resoluciones, y aceptará comentarios públicos sobre temas de la agenda o fuera de ella.

• Solicitud 2026-14 – 804-808 Arnold Avenue – cambio de uso a centro de acondicionamiento físico y múltiples usos comerciales

Council

El Concejo de Point Pleasant Beach llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre ordenanzas para modificar el estacionamiento con límite de tiempo (Ordenanza 2026-17) y renombrar/redefinir las tarifas del servicio de transporte en ferry (Ordenanza 2026-18). El concejo también votará sobre una agenda de consentimiento que incluye un contrato de un camión de bomberos de $2.5M, una asignación escolar de $1.7M, un pago de $702K para un proyecto de tubería de agua y una resolución que insta a la derogación del escalador del impuesto al gas. Además, el concejo discutirá el uso de fondos del municipio para eventos de America 250 y nombrará a un nuevo Director Financiero.

• Ordenanza 2026-17: Modificar los límites de tiempo de estacionamiento (Anexo VI)
• Ordenanza 2026-18: Renombrar el Capítulo 6, modificar las tarifas del Servicio de Transporte en Ferry
• Resolución instando a la Legislatura de NJ y al Gobernador a derogar el escalador del impuesto al gas
• Autorización para comprar un camión de bomberos por $2,512,434.41
• Nombramiento de C. McElwee como CFO y aprobación de los servicios de consultoría de Suplee Clooney & Co. hasta $60K más un estudio de tarifas de $20K

Senior Committee

El Comité de Personas Mayores de Point Pleasant Beach llevará a cabo una reunión rutinaria para aprobar actas, discutir los saldos de la tesorería y del fondo de dotación, planificar fechas y lugares de futuras reuniones y revisar planes de eventos. No hay decisiones importantes ni ordenanzas programadas; la agenda es mayormente procedimental.

• Discusión de tesorería y revisión de los saldos del Borough y del Fondo de Dotación
• Planificación de fechas y lugares de futuras reuniones
• Discusión de planes de eventos
• Revisión de socios y solicitudes
• Comentarios del concejal de enlace Cortes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 23 meeting after a correction was made. They approved a $4,000 allocation from the town budget and confirmed that $10,644 from the Endowment Fund will be returned to the Senior Committee once the CEF Executive Board issues are resolved. The committee also approved an Eagle Scout project to install benches in the Pleasure Park bocce‑ball area. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved April 23 meeting minutes (with correction)
• Approved $4,000 town budget allocation
• Confirmed $10,644 Endowment Fund return pending CEF Board resolution
• Approved Eagle Scout project for benches in Pleasure Park bocce‑ball area

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión discutirá el progreso de un calendario de mantenimiento en la Estación de la USCG. Este trabajo se está realizando antes de la celebración del 250 aniversario de América del Pueblo.

• Discusión del progreso del calendario de mantenimiento de la Estación de la USCG

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the prior meeting minutes by email on June 15, 2026. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on membership, a historical ordinance plan, and the USCG Station's renovation and HVAC issues. All items remain open for future action.

• Approved meeting minutes unanimously by email on June 15, 2026

Floodplain Committee

El Comité de Llanuras Aluviales de Point Pleasant Beach discutirá el estado actual de FEMA, revisará el informe de llanura aluvial, escuchará a Ray sobre el impacto de NJ Real y considerará el nuevo Mapa de Inundación de FEMA. La reunión es informativa sin votaciones ni audiencias públicas programadas.

• Revisión del estado actual de FEMA en PPB
• Revisión del Informe de Llanura Aluvial de PPB presentado por Maggie
• Presentación sobre el Impacto de NJ Real por Ray
• Discusión del nuevo Mapa de Inundación de FEMA

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación considerará dos solicitudes de varianza de letreros: Opdyke en Route 35 (45 pies cuadrados donde se permiten 40) y Jaeger Lumber en Arnold Avenue (que excede los pies cuadrados permitidos y tiene más de un letrero). La junta también revisará y comentará la Ordenanza 2026-18, que regula los servicios de conmutación de ferry. La participación pública es bienvenida en los temas de la agenda y fuera de ella.

• Solicitud de varianza de letrero: Opdyke – Rt. 35 – 45 sf donde se permiten 40 sf
• Solicitud de varianza de letrero: Jaeger Lumber – Arnold Ave – sobre los sf permitidos y más de un letrero
• Revisión y comentario sobre la Ordenanza 2026-18 (Ordenanza que Regula los Servicios de Conmutación de Ferry)

Parking Authority

La Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority se reunirá para presentar su presupuesto de mayo de 2026 a abril de 2027 y aprobar una serie de vales que suman $1,094.17. La agenda también incluye una actualización del presidente sobre una solicitud de presupuesto, comentarios del abogado y de un concejal, y participación pública.

• Presentación del presupuesto de mayo de 2026 a abril de 2027
• Vales para pago: $175.00 (Raymond D. Bogan, Esq.), $550.57 (Karen L. Mills), $312.00 (Ray Bogan, Esq.), $56.60 (State of NJ), sumando un total de $1,094.17
• Actualización del presidente sobre la solicitud de presupuesto
• Comentarios del abogado y observaciones del Councilman Dixon

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajustes de Point Pleasant Beach celebra una reunión especial para escuchar la Solicitud 2026-02 de The Crecenzo Group, LLC. El solicitante busca una variación de uso d1 para construir un desarrollo de townhouse de 9 unidades con dos edificios en 308 Channel Drive (Bloque 167, Lotes 4 y 5). Se solicitan variaciones adicionales para los recortes, la altura y tres pisos donde solo se permiten dos. El público puede comentar durante la reunión.

• Solicitud 2026-02: variación de uso d1 para townhouse de 9 unidades en 308 Channel Drive
• Variaciones solicitadas: recortes, altura y 3 pisos (2 permitidos)
• Período de comentarios públicos incluido

Beautification Committee

El Comité de Embellecimiento de Point Pleasant Beach se reunirá para discutir las jardineras de verano y el mantenimiento de los jardines, resumir los esfuerzos recientes de los voluntarios para los pedidos de flores y el ensamblaje de banderas, y planificar la Celebración del 250 aniversario del pueblo y el Seafood Festival. La reunión requiere de 15 miembros asistentes para llevar a cabo los asuntos, y los puntos son principalmente actualizaciones y discusiones en lugar de decisiones formales.

• Revisar y aprobar las actas de la reunión del 29 de abril de 2026
• Mantenimiento de verano de jardineras/jardines
• Resumen del pedido de flores y agradecimientos a los voluntarios
• Discusión sobre la Celebración del 250 aniversario del pueblo
• Necesidades de voluntarios para el Seafood Festival (19 de sept.)

Business Improvement District

La Junta del Distrito de Mejora Comercial de Point Pleasant Beach discutirá una propuesta de iluminación y una solicitud de subvención, la cancelación del evento artístico de primavera y una propuesta enmendada de INK pendiente. También recibirán una actualización financiera y abordarán otros asuntos.

• Evento artístico de primavera cancelado, discusión sobre posibles nuevas fechas
• Discusión sobre propuesta de iluminación/solicitud de subvención
• Propuesta enmendada de INK aún no recibida
• Actualización financiera
• Oportunidad de participación pública

Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra revisará la Ordenanza de Árboles de Lotes de Desarrollo de Manasquan y discutirá nuevas recomendaciones para árboles de calles y patios. También recibirá actualizaciones sobre el programa BBT, iniciativas de árboles callejeros gratuitos y el despliegue de manteles de mantillo (mulch mats). Los oficiales y representantes de enlace presentarán informes adicionales, y se mencionarán eventos comunitarios en curso.

• Ordenanza de Árboles de Lotes de Desarrollo de Manasquan
• Nuevas recomendaciones para árboles de calles y patios
• Despliegue de Mulch Mats
• Actualización de Árboles Callejeros Gratuitos
• Actualización de BBT

The commission approved updated recommendations regarding hazard trees on downtown Arnold Avenue. Members also agreed to assign specific areas to individual commissioners for the deployment of mulch mats.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Approved Ocean County hazard tree recommendations for Arnold Avenue
• Assigned specific areas to each commissioner for mulch mat deployment

Green Team Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor del Green Team de Point Pleasant Beach llevará a cabo una reunión conjunta con la Comisión Ambiental el 28 de mayo de 2026. La agenda incluye actualizaciones sobre la propuesta de presupuesto de 2026, la revisión de las actas de la reunión de abril y la discusión de nuevos temas como el permiso de aguas pluviales MS4 y el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA. El comité también señalará que una solicitud de subvención para el ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project no fue aprobada y considerará iniciativas de conservación del agua y un Programa de Reconocimiento de Negocios Verdes.

• Discusión sobre el Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4 y el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA
• Solicitud de subvención para el ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project no aprobada
• Propuesta de Presupuesto 2026 presentada y pendiente
• Discusión sobre la llanura aluvial de FEMA con George Loder
• Actualización del Inventario de Recursos Naturales (¿hay dinero de subvenciones disponible?)

Environmental Commission

La comisión revisará las actas de la reunión de abril de 2026 y analizará una Cumbre de Sostenibilidad. Los miembros también tienen programado discutir el Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4, el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA y posibles fondos de subvenciones para una actualización del Inventario de Recursos Naturales.

• Revisión/Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de abril de 2026
• Solicitud de subvención del ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project (no aprobada)
• Discusión sobre el Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4 y el PPB FEMA Community Rating System
• Investigación de la ordenanza de requisitos paisajísticos del Plan de Parcelas/Subdivisiones
• Programa de Reconocimiento de Negocios Verdes

Recreation Committee

El Comité de Recreación de Point Pleasant Beach se reunirá para escuchar informes de los subcomités sobre la programación de verano, incluyendo el skateboarding, la serie de conciertos, el pickleball y varias otras actividades. No hay votos programados sobre ordenanzas o partidas presupuestarias.

• Actualización del programa de Summer Skateboarding
• Planificación de la Summer Concert Series
• Actualización sobre el evento de reemplazo del Tug of War
• Informe del subcomité de Pickleball
• Actualización de la licencia de rifa

The Recreation Committee approved funding for Football Camp supplies and t-shirts, and voted to hold the Fishing Derby on September 20 for $10 per registrant. The committee declined a request for a Saturday fitness event at the Bandshell.

• Approved up to $500 for Football Camp supplies (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,200 for Football Camp t-shirts (unanimous)
• Approved holding Fishing Derby on 9/20 for $10 per registrant (unanimous)
• Approved up to $500 for Fishing Derby supplies (unanimous)
• Cancelled Bocce and Bags on the Beach events
• Cancelled Manasquan Inlet Tug of War due to lack of response
• Declined request for Saturday fitness event at Bandshell
• Approved short film showing at Bandshell on Friday nights in September

Council

El Consejo del Point Pleasant Beach celebrará una reunión especial a las 6:00 p.m. del 26 de mayo de 2026, principalmente para entrar en sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal sobre un asunto de zonificación. La sesión privada está autorizada según la N.J.S.A. 10:4-12(b)(7) para asuntos legales, litigios y negociación de contratos. No se programan otras acciones legislativas; la reunión incluye participación pública antes de la clausura.

• Resolución A — Sesión ejecutiva para asesoramiento legal sobre un asunto de zonificación, referida como 'ATOD June 2026'

The council held a special meeting to discuss the proposed Seastreak ferry service at Captain Bill's Landing on Inlet Drive. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and included public comment.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on zoning issue (approved 5-0, Ramos absent)
• Resumed open session by consent

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Point Pleasant Beach escuchará varias solicitudes de variaciones y modificaciones de propiedad. Los puntos incluyen el alivio para el retiro del patio delantero y una terraza en la azotea en 209 Baltimore Avenue, una variación d1 para una cabaña cerrada en 307 Chicago, y la revisión de estructuras construidas previamente en 708 Forman y 119 Parkway.

• #2026-17 – Four Shore Builders – 209 Baltimore Avenue – busca alivio para el retiro del patio delantero y terraza en la azotea.
• #2026-06 – Mauricio Calero – 307 Chicago – busca variación d1 para una estructura existente totalmente cerrada para ser utilizada como cabaña.
• #2026-08 – Joseph Deanni – 708 Forman – revisión de pérgola, segundo cobertizo y terraza reemplazada construidos previamente.
• #2026-11 – Michael Andrescavage / Aimee Riesenberger – 119 Parkway – busca renovar el garaje y el área de almacenamiento existentes.

Council

El Concejo se reunirá para adoptar un presupuesto municipal enmendado para 2026 y llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre varias ordenanzas. La discusión incluye diversas resoluciones de consentimiento para pagos departamentales, contratos de proveedores y solicitudes de eventos locales.

• Adopción del 2026 Municipal Budget según fue enmendado
• Bond Ordinance 2026-15 por $4,602,100 en mejoras de capital
• Bond Ordinance 2026-16 para la adquisición de un camión jet vac de $600,000
• Pago de $1,272,793.00 a Point Pleasant Beach Board of Education
• Pago de $320,198.45 para nómina

The Council voted to table a motion to freeze the Community Endowment Fund until a 501c3 attorney provides legal advice. The Mayor and Attorney advised against the vote, noting the fund is a separate nonprofit entity not under the Council's control. The Council later entered executive session to discuss the issue.

• Approved April 21, 2026 Council Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 5, 2026 Executive Session minutes (4-1)
• Tabled motion to freeze Community Endowment Fund
• Entered executive session to discuss Community Endowment Fund

Historic Preservation Commission

La Comisión de Preservación Histórica de Point Pleasant Beach se reunirá el 13 de mayo de 2026 para discutir varios temas operativos y de planificación. Los temas incluyen el estado del miembro Derick Fischer, un plan de ordenanza histórica para el alcalde, actualizaciones de placas, y el estado de exención de impuestos del IRS y la autorización para mejoras de la Estación USGC. La comisión también considerará la financiación de subvenciones para 2026/2027 y la asistencia a la Mesa Redonda Histórica de Toms River.

• Estado de Derick Fischer como miembro de la HPC
• Plan de Ordenanza Histórica para el Alcalde
• Actualización sobre la Estación USGC: estado de exención de impuestos del IRS y autorización para mejoras
• Planes para el dinero de subvenciones para 2026/2027
• Información sobre la reunión de la Mesa Redonda Histórica de Toms River y ventajas de la asistencia

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes from May 13, 2026. Members voted unanimously to elect Greg Burns to Emeritus Status. The commission voted Yes to create identification cards for each member.

• Meeting minutes approved unanimously (May 18, 2026)
• Greg Burns elected to Emeritus Status Member (unanimous vote)
• Approved creation of HPC identification cards (vote Yes)

Animal Welfare Committee

Esta agenda consiste enteramente en asuntos procedimentales rutinarios como el registro de asistencia, la lectura de actas, informes del tesorero y de recaudación de fondos, un informe sobre el remolque, adopciones y asuntos antiguos/nuevos. No se enumeran decisiones específicas, ordenanzas ni montos en dólares.

• Lectura de actas
• Informe del tesorero
• Informe de recaudación de fondos
• Adopciones

Planning Board

Esta reunión regular de la Junta de Planeamiento de Point Pleasant Beach es mayoritariamente procedimental, con ítems que incluyen la aprobación de las actas de abril y una discusión sobre la programación de fechas adicionales para reuniones especiales. No hay aplicaciones, ordenanzas ni audiencias públicas en la agenda.

• Discusión sobre agregar fechas de reuniones especiales
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de abril de 2026

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Point Pleasant Beach celebra una reunión especial para analizar una única solicitud. El solicitante Thomas Devine busca una variación de uso condicional D3 y una variación de densidad D5 para construir tres casas adosadas en 218 Channel Drive en la zona MC2.

• Solicitud #2025-35 – Thomas Devine – 218 Channel Drive – Block 166; Lot 1 – busca variación de uso condicional D3 y variación de densidad D5 para tres casas adosadas en la zona MC2

Parking Authority

La Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority llevará a cabo una reunión regular el 7 de mayo de 2026. Los puntos del orden del día incluyen una actualización del Presidente sobre una solicitud de presupuesto, comentarios del abogado y la aprobación de vales para pago por un total de $4,518.57. La reunión también cubre las actas del 2 de abril de 2025 y permite la participación del público.

• Actualización del Presidente sobre la solicitud de presupuesto
• Vale 1601 a Raymond D. Bogan, Esq. por $175.00
• Vale 1602 a Karen L. Mills por $550.57
• Vale 1603 a Estate Lawn Mgmt por $2,600.00
• Vale 1604 a T & M Associates por $1,193.00

Council

El concejo llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará la adopción del presupuesto municipal de 2026. Introducirá cinco ordenanzas, incluyendo ordenanzas de bonos que suman $5,202,100 para mejoras de capital y un camión de aspiración (jet vac truck), así como enmiendas a las prohibiciones de fumar y regulaciones de bicicletas eléctricas. Las resoluciones de consentimiento incluyen ascensos policiales, oposición a los recortes de alivio fiscal de Stay NJ y aprobaciones de contratos y pagos.

• Segunda lectura/audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto municipal de 2026
• Introducción de la ordenanza de bonos 2026-15: $4,602,100 para mejoras de capital
• Introducción de la ordenanza de bonos 2026-16: $600,000 para camión de aspiración (jet vac truck)
• Resolución de consentimiento oponiéndose a los recortes propuestos al Programa de Alivio de Impuestos sobre la Propiedad Stay NJ
• Ascensos policiales: Capitán, Teniente, Sargento y contratación de nuevos oficiales

The Point Pleasant Beach Council met on May 5, 2026, but took no substantive votes on legislation or policy. The only formal decisions were approving the April 21 executive session minutes and removing the April 21 council meeting minutes from the agenda. A motion to table three resolutions died for lack of a second. Discussion centered on streetlight repairs, police promotions and staffing, and committee reports.

• Approved April 21, 2026 Executive Session minutes (5-0, Gant absent)
• Removed April 21, 2026 Council Meeting minutes from approval (no vote recorded)
• Motion to table Resolutions 2b, 2c & 2d died for lack of a second

Shade Tree Commission

La Comisión de Árboles de Sombra de Point Pleasant Beach discutirá la poda y remoción de árboles en Pleasure Park, la plantación en Pleasure Park y posibles cambios a la Ordenanza 2024-24. También están en la agenda actualizaciones sobre el Día del Árbol en Antrim School, el inventario de árboles de BBT y el programa Free Street Tree. El público puede comentar sobre temas de la agenda y temas fuera de la agenda.

• Nueve árboles marcados para poda o remoción en Pleasure Park – se solicitó actualización de estado
• Discusión sobre cambios a la Ordenanza 2024-24
• Reintroducción de la ordenanza para proteger árboles en lotes demolidos y nuevas construcciones
• Informe sobre el Día del Árbol en Antrim School
• Discusión sobre el despliegue de mantas de mantillo (mulch mats)

The commission reviewed draft street tree recommendations including a new yard tree section. Members discussed the Free Street Tree program and potential tree replacements at Pleasure Park. The DPW will handle trees marked for pruning and removal.

• Approved April meeting minutes as corrected
• Agreed to promote Free Street Tree program without targeting specific streets
• Planned park walk to identify replacement areas at Pleasure Park

Beautification Committee

El comité revisará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá un informe del tesorero. La discusión incluye actualizaciones sobre el jardín de Harvard Ave., el jardín del ferrocarril/herradura y las próximas entregas de flores.

• Nuevo jardín en Harvard Ave.
• Estado del jardín del ferrocarril/herradura
• Entrega del pedido de flores de mediados de mayo
• Inscripciones de voluntarios para el Recorrido por los Jardines

The committee approved the March 2026 meeting minutes. Members reviewed the current status of the Endowment Fund, which holds $8,400, and discussed upcoming flower deliveries and garden replanting projects.

• Approved March 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste llevará a cabo una reunión especial para escuchar la solicitud 2026-15 de 1500 Richmond Ave, LLC (Jenkinson's), que busca construir una instalación de autoalmacenamiento de 3 pisos. La junta también formalizará dos resoluciones aprobadas previamente para viviendas unifamiliares en 141A y 141B Boardwalk, y aprobará las actas del 29 de enero de 2026.

• Audiencia pública sobre la solicitud 2026-15 para una instalación de autoalmacenamiento de 3 pisos en 1500 Richmond Ave (Block 16, Lots 2-10, 12-14, 19)
• Formalizar la resolución 2025-30 – Bulldog Beach LLC – vivienda unifamiliar en 141A Boardwalk
• Formalizar la resolución 2025-31 – Bulldog Beach LLC – estructura unifamiliar en 141B Boardwalk
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 29 de enero de 2026

Recreation Committee

El Comité de Recreación de Point Pleasant Beach escuchará informes de su presidente, subcomités y enlace del consejo, considerará cualquier asunto pendiente y abordará nuevos temas de negocio. La reunión también incluye un reconocimiento al voluntario del mes.

• Informe del subcomité de Cobertizos/Remolques/Suministros
• Informe del programa de Lucha
• Informe de planificación de la Búsqueda de Huevos
• Informe del programa de Skateboarding
• Actualización de la Serie de Conciertos de Verano

The Recreation Committee approved a slate of summer programs including concerts, skateboarding lessons, and pickleball sessions. The committee also voted unanimously to change the start time of future meetings to 7:00pm.

• Approved Spring Skateboard lessons (4/12-5/24) for $160 per child
• Approved Summer Skateboard lessons (6/28-7/26) for $150 per child
• Approved Yoga Class on 6/3 at bandshell with no registration fee
• Approved Summer Concert Series on 6/9, 6/23, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28, 8/11 & 8/25
• Approved up to $2500 for signs and banners for concerts
• Approved Pickleball on Mon/Wed (5/18-9/30) and Tues/Thurs (5/19-10/1) for $75 per person
• Approved Football Camp on 6/29-7/1 for $60 per camper
• Approved Ukulele & Guitar lessons on Maryland Ave Beach (7/6-8/10) for $145 per person

Green Team Advisory Committee

El Comité Asesor del Green Team revisará las actas de marzo, escuchará una presentación de Solitude Lake Management y discutirá proyectos en curso, incluyendo los preparativos para el Día de la Tierra y una subvención del ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project recientemente adjudicada. La sección del Green Team se encuentra en pausa temporal durante la reestructuración de SJ, pero la reunión cubrirá el permiso de aguas pluviales MS4, la discusión sobre la llanura aluvial de FEMA e iniciativas de conservación del agua.

• Presentación de Solitude Lake Management sobre la gestión del lago
• Solicitud de la subvención ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project adjudicada el 15 de mayo
• Discusión sobre el Permiso de Aguas Pluviales MS4 y el Sistema de Calificación de Comunidades de FEMA
• Preparativos para el Día de la Tierra el 25 de abril en Riverfront Park
• Programa de Reconocimiento de Negocios Verdes y actualización del Inventario de Recursos Naturales

The committee approved the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting. Members received updates on lake management, the Shade Tree Commission's 5-year plan, and an upcoming rain barrel workshop with Save Barnegat Bay.

• Approved 2/26/26 meeting minutes

Senior Committee

El Comité de Personas Mayores de Point Pleasant Beach se reunirá para revisar los resultados de la encuesta a residentes mayores del 27 de marzo. El comité también discutirá la planificación de eventos, la tesorería y los saldos de los fondos del Borough y del Endowment. Se incluye la participación pública.

• Revisión de los resultados de la encuesta a residentes mayores del 27 de marzo
• Discusión del plan de eventos
• Discusión de la tesorería
• Saldos de los fondos del Borough y del Endowment
• Participación pública

The Senior Committee voted to request the return of $10,644 in endowment funds previously transferred to the Mayors Wellness account. The committee also voted to officially retire the name 'Golden Gulls' and operate as The Senior Committee. Future events are currently on hold pending the return of these funds.

• Approved unanimous request to return $10,644 from Mayors Wellness to Senior Committee Endowment fund
• Approved June luncheon and August theater outing (unanimous) pending available funds
• Approved retiring the name 'Golden Gulls' to use 'The Senior Committee' (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

La Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission revisará las actas de la reunión de marzo de 2026 y recibirá informes de los oficiales, la Shade Tree Commission y otros comités. Actualizará al público sobre los preparativos del Earth Day, un programa de mosaico de vida silvestre y el apoyo del enlace estudiantil. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la discusión de la subvención del ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project, el permiso Stormwater MS4 y el FEMA Community Rating System, medidas de contención de microplásticos y requisitos de paisajismo para planes de subdivisión.

• Revisión/Aprobación de las Actas de la Reunión de marzo de 2026
• Solicitud de subvención del ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project (otorgada el 15 de mayo)
• Discusión del Permiso Stormwater MS4 y el PPB FEMA Community Rating System
• Construcción – Contención de Microplásticos (ejemplo proporcionado)
• Requisitos de paisajismo del Plan de Parcela/Subdivisión (investigación de ordenanza proporcionada)

The commission approved the February 26, 2026 minutes and the micro‑plastic construction dust ordinance on its first reading. The Planning Board approved several sign applications. The Open Space tax rate will be reduced to $0.05 in the next budget, and the Sustainable Jersey program was paused for 2026.

• Approved February 26, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Microplastic construction dust ordinance approved on first reading
• Sign applications approved by Planning Board
• Open Space tax rate reduced to $0.05 in upcoming budget
• Sustainable Jersey program paused for 2026

Council

El concejo llevará a cabo un taller de presupuesto a las 7:00 PM y luego una reunión regular. Discutirán un Impuesto de Espacio Abierto y considerarán resoluciones de consentimiento con pagos, nombramientos y tres ordenanzas: un banco de tope (segunda lectura/audiencia), una prohibición de polvo de construcción plástico (primera lectura) y una enmienda de prohibición de fumar (primera lectura).

• Autorización para que el Presupuesto Municipal de 2026 sea leído por título
• Pago de $750,905.92 a Underground Utilities para el Route 25 Water Main Project
• Pago de $1,272,797 a PPB Board of Education para la asignación de abril
• Pago de $52,313.96 para el sistema de Audio/Video de la Cámara del Concejo
• Aprobación de las tarifas del 2026 Summer Park Program: $450 residente/$700 no residente por campista, $200/$325 semanalmente

The council entered an executive session and approved several prior meeting minutes. It unanimously authorized the borough attorney to draft a simple ordinance revising the Open Space tax. It also unanimously authorized drafting changes to the e‑bike ordinance to align with state regulations.

• Approved Resolution A to enter Executive Session (all 6 councilmembers YEA)
• Approved March 17, 2026 Executive Session minutes (Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes YEA; Ramos, Byrnes ABSTAIN)
• Approved March 17, 2026 Council Meeting minutes (Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes YEA; Ramos, Byrnes ABSTAIN)
• Approved April 7, 2026 Executive Session minutes (Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Cortes YEA; Stillufsen ABSTAIN)
• Approved April 7, 2026 Council Meeting minutes (Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Cortes YEA; Stillufsen ABSTAIN)
• Authorized borough attorney to draft revised Open Space tax ordinance (all 6 councilmembers YEA)
• Authorized borough attorney to draft e‑bike ordinance changes (all 6 councilmembers YEA)

Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Point Pleasant Beach adoptará resoluciones para dos viviendas unifamiliares previamente aprobadas en 141A y 141B Boardwalk (Bulldog Beach LLC) y escuchará nuevas solicitudes. Los nuevos puntos incluyen una solicitud de alivio de retranqueo para una plataforma de generador en 149 Boardwalk (Wavewatch LLC), una variación de retranqueo del patio delantero y de la terraza en la azotea en 209 Baltimore Avenue (Four Shore Builders), y una variación d1 para una cabaña cerrada en 307 Chicago Avenue (Mauricio Calero). Se recibirán comentarios públicos sobre los puntos de la agenda y los puntos fuera de la agenda.

• Memorializar la Resolución 2025-30 – Bulldog Beach LLC – 141A Boardwalk – Block 121; Lot 2.09 – vivienda unifamiliar
• Memorializar la Resolución 2025-31 – Bulldog Beach LLC – 141B Boardwalk – Block 121; Lot 2.10 – estructura unifamiliar
• Agenda #2026-12 – Wavewatch LLC (Lisa Kent) – 149 Boardwalk – Block 121; Lot 7.01 – plataforma de generador que requiere alivio de retranqueo
• Agenda #2026-17 – Four Shore Builders – 209 Baltimore Avenue – Block 133; Lot 1.01 – alivio de retranqueo del patio delantero y de la terraza en la azotea
• Agenda #2026-06 – Mauricio Calero – 307 Chicago – Block 107; Lot 21 – variación d1 para estructura existente totalmente cerrada utilizada como cabaña

The April 16, 2026 special meeting of the Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment opened at 7:30 p.m. and adjourned at 10:35 p.m. The agenda listed three applications for setback relief or a variance, but the minutes do not record any approvals, denials, or votes on those items.

Floodplain Committee

El Comité de Gestión de Llanuras Inundables se reunirá para revisar su función, la práctica anterior y el alcance de su trabajo. La agenda incluye la discusión del Plan de Gestión de Llanuras Inundables del municipio, inquietudes sobre la cobertura de lotes y superficies impermeables, la planificación de mitigación de riesgos y la identificación de proyectos de mitigación. No hay decisiones formales ni audiencias públicas programadas; la reunión es principalmente una sesión de trabajo.

• Discusión sobre la función del comité bajo el código municipal y la práctica anterior
• Comprensión del Plan de Gestión de Llanuras Inundables del municipio
• Inquietudes sobre la cobertura de lotes y la cobertura impermeable
• Consistencia en la planificación de mitigación de riesgos
• Identificación de proyectos de mitigación, financiamiento y preparación de la planificación

Planning Board

La junta formalizará una resolución para la Solicitud #2026-449 presentada por PIA Investments, LLC para un desarrollo de uso mixto en 501 Arnold Avenue, en los lotes fiscales 20 y 1, bloques 94.02/94.01, zona GC. La propuesta incluye cinco unidades comerciales en el primer piso y veinticuatro unidades de apartamentos en el segundo y tercer piso. La agenda también incluye una revisión de letrero para Radiant Heating en 234 Hawthorne. También figuran en la agenda elementos estándar como el pase de lista y la formalización de las actas del 9 de marzo de 2026.

• Solicitud #2026-449 – edificio de uso mixto en 501 Arnold Avenue (5 unidades comerciales, 24 apartamentos) – Zona GC
• Revisión de letrero – Radiant Heating – 234 Hawthorne
• Formalizar resolución de las actas del 9 de marzo de 2026 (PR, DV, MR, PC, KM, RM y CB)
• Pase de lista
• Se invita a la participación pública sobre temas de la agenda y temas no incluidos en la agenda

The board unanimously memorialized the March 9, 2026 minutes with a tree‑replacement correction. It approved application #2026‑449 for a mixed‑use building at 501 Arnold Avenue, comprising retail on the first floor and 24 apartments above. The board also approved a sign for Radiant Heating at 234 Hawthorne. No other actions were taken.

• Memorialized March 9, 2026 minutes (tree correction) – approved
• Approved application #2026‑449 mixed‑use building at 501 Arnold Ave – approved
• Approved sign for Radiant Heating at 234 Hawthorne – approved

Council

The Council will introduce the 2026 Municipal Budget and discuss a plastic construction dust ordinance. The body is also considering several payments for payroll, health benefits, and a new police vehicle.

• Introduction of the 2026 Municipal Budget
• Payment of $68,780.71 to Winner Ford for a police car
• Payroll payments totaling $607,964.78 (#6 and #7)
• Payment of $169,057.52 to State of NJ for employee and retiree health benefits
• Public hearing for Ordinance 2026-09 regarding Advisory Committees

The council approved a resolution to stop paying the street‑light bill until JCP&L completes significant repairs. It also directed the borough attorney to draft a Plastic Construction Dust ordinance. The proposed Neptune 360 water‑monitoring software was declined and will not be adopted.

• Approved Resolution C to withhold street‑light bill payment until JCP&L makes repairs (vote: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Cortes YEA; Stillufsen absent)
• Approved Resolution B directing the borough attorney to draft a Plastic Construction Dust ordinance (vote: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Cortes YEA; Stillufsen absent)
• Approved entry into Executive Session for listed items (vote: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Cortes YEA; Stillufsen absent)
• Declined to adopt Neptune 360 water‑monitoring software (Mayor Vitale stated it will not move forward)
• No action taken on the approval of minutes (item removed at meeting)

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will review updates on the free street tree program and consider volunteer proposals to revise the commission’s recommended tree list. It will discuss planting trees in the strip at Rudy’s Parking Lot and adding screening vegetation for an old telephone box. The commission will also receive liaison reports from the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Flood Plain Management and Code Enforcement, and will open the floor for public comments.

• Free Street Tree program update
• Volunteer proposal to remove pear trees from the recommended list
• Discussion on planting trees and screening vegetation at Rudy’s Parking Lot
• Mulch Mats discussion
• Updates from Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Flood Plain Management, and Code Enforcement

The Shade Tree Commission agreed to evaluate inexpensive coir mulch mats for use on borough trees and to provide them to Big Beautiful Tree participants, with a sample to be tested on downtown Arnold Ave. The commission will request permission from the Parking Authority to screen an old telephone box at Rudy’s parking lot and, if granted, will have Cathy design a minimal‑maintenance native plant layout. Members also decided to update the recommended tree list to exclude invasive species and to consider planting at 209 River Ave and at the War Memorial area, pending further discussion. Additional coordination will be done for the Antrim School Arbor Day celebration and possible red oak planting.

• Agreed to evaluate coir mulch mats for borough trees and BBT participants
• Will test one roll of coir mulch on downtown Arnold Ave trees
• Will ask Parking Authority for permission to screen old telephone box at Rudy’s lot
• Cathy to design minimal‑maintenance native plant layout if permission granted
• Decided to update recommended tree list to exclude invasive species
• Will look at 209 River Ave for curb‑line planting concerns
• Will coordinate Antrim School Arbor Day details for STC attendance
• Pete to discuss planting red oaks with Antrim School

Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee

The Non-Resident Taxpayers Advisory Committee will meet on April 4, 2026 at 10 a.m. after rescheduling from March 28. The agenda includes an update from the Mayor and discussion of plans for the committee’s annual meeting on August 29, 2026.

• Mayor’s update to be presented
• Planning for the annual meeting on August 29, 2026

The Non-Resident Taxpayer Advisory Committee shared updates on several town projects, including a potential park at 113‑115 Channel Drive, upcoming supermarket opening, new website, approved apartment and retail construction, and upcoming events. No votes or formal approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two applications from Bulldog Beach LLC to construct single‑family dwellings at 141A and 141B Boardwalk, Block 121, Lot 2.09 and Lot 2.10. Both items were carried without notice from March 5, 2026. The public may comment on agenda or non‑agenda items during the meeting.

• 2025‑30 – Bulldog Beach LLC – 141A Boardwalk – Block 121, Lot 2.09 – application for single‑family dwelling
• 2025‑31 – Bulldog Beach LLC – 141B Boardwalk – Block 121, Lot 2.10 – application for single‑family structure
• Items carried without notice from March 5, 2026

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance applications with conditions: a covered front porch at 610 Atlantic Avenue and an elevation, addition, and pool at 300 Laurel Court. Both motions were adopted with all members present voting in favor and no opposition. The Board also added a special meeting date of April 28, 2026 to the calendar.

• Approved variance for covered front porch at 610 Atlantic Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance for elevation, addition, and pool at 300 Laurel Court (unanimous)
• Added special meeting date April 28, 2026 to the calendar (unanimous)

Parking Authority

The Board will receive updates on the budget request, legal matters, engineering projects, and comments from Councilman Dixon. It will also review three payment vouchers totaling $1,003.57 for T & M Associates, attorney Raymond D. Bogan, Esq., and Clerk Karen L. Mills. Public comments are invited on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• Chairman’s budget request update
• Attorney’s comments
• Engineer update
• Councilman Dixon remarks
• Vouchers for payments: T & M Associates $278.00; Raymond D. Bogan, Esq. $175.00; Karen L. Mills $550.57 (total $1,003.57)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to receive reports from various activity subcommittees and discuss updates regarding the summer camp. The meeting includes standard executive reports and a review of prior minutes.

• Summer Camp update
• Subcommittee reports on Egg Hunt, Skateboarding, Basketball, and Pickleball
• Summer Concert Series report
• Fishing Derby report
• Football Camp report

The Recreation Committee approved a series of summer programs, including spring and summer skateboarding lessons, a free yoga class, and a multi‑act Summer Concert Series with a $2,500 signage budget. Pickleball sessions, a football camp with a hired coach, and Ukulele & Guitar lessons were also approved. The Winter Wonderland event for December was approved as well.

• Approved Spring Skateboard lessons (4/12‑5/24) at $160 per child
• Approved Summer Skateboard lessons (6/28‑7/26) at $150 per child
• Approved free Yoga class on 6/3 at the bandshell (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Concert Series dates, artist fees, and $2,500 for signage (unanimous)
• Approved Pickleball sessions (Mon/Wed 5/18‑9/30, Tue/Thu 5/19‑10/1) at $75 per person
• Approved Football Camp dates (6/29‑7/1) and hired coach Joe Zaccome at $15 per camper (unanimous)
• Approved Ukulele & Guitar lessons on Maryland Ave Beach (7/6‑8/10) at $145 per person plus $50 ukulele fee
• Approved Winter Wonderland on 12/6 with no registration fee

Green Team Advisory Committee

The committee will review the 2026 budget proposal and discuss an ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project grant application. Members will also address the Stormwater MS4 Permit and FEMA Community Rating System. The meeting includes updates on the Natural Resource Inventory and Green Business Recognition Program.

• ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project Grant Application
• Stormwater MS4 Permit and PPB FEMA Community Rating System discussion
• Plot/Subdivision Plan Landscape requirements ordinance research
• 2026 Budget Proposal review
• Construction-Containment of Microplastics discussion

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review and approve the February 2026 meeting minutes and consider the 2026 budget proposal that has been submitted. New business includes approving the ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project grant application and discussing the Stormwater MS4 Permit and FEMA Community Rating System. Additional topics are construction containment of microplastics, landscape requirements for plot/subdivision plans, and updates on the Patchwork for Wildlife program.

• Approval to apply for ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project grant
• Discussion of Stormwater MS4 Permit and FEMA Community Rating System
• Review and approval of February 2026 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2026 Budget Proposal (submitted/pending)
• Update on Patchwork for Wildlife program

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will approve October, November, and December 2025 meeting minutes, review the treasurer’s report and endowment fund update, and discuss garden and beautification projects for 2026, including flower and flag pole orders. The meeting also includes the election of officers and the sale of committee T‑shirts for $18.

• Approve Oct., Nov. & Dec. 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report & update on Endowment Fund
• Flower order
• Flag pole order and assembly
• Election of officers

The committee voted to approve the October and December 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to retain the existing officers for 2026 was passed by a majority, confirming Mary Lynn Ritchings and Karen Testa as co‑chairs, Dorothy Hadley as secretary, and Gary Mecca as treasurer. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October and December 2025 meeting minutes
• Retained current officers for 2026 (Co‑Chairs Mary Lynn Ritchings & Karen Testa, Secretary Dorothy Hadley, Treasurer Gary Mecca)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will consider two applications for residential improvements. The first, from Joseph Savitsky at 610 Atlantic Avenue, seeks a covered front porch on the existing dwelling. The second, from Andrew and Beth Wasik at 300 Laurel Court, proposes raising the dwelling, adding an addition, an in‑ground swimming pool, and patios. The board will decide whether to approve, deny, or modify each proposal.

• 2026-13 – Joseph Savitsky – 610 Atlantic Avenue – request to add a covered front porch
• 2026-24 – Andrew/Beth Wasik – 300 Laurel Court – request to raise dwelling, add an addition, in‑ground pool, and patios

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council will hold an executive session on legal issues, then conduct a regular meeting. Council members will consider multiple consent resolutions, including a $1,082,206.97 payment for computer‑generated vouchers and other payroll and service payments. The meeting will also include second‑reading public hearings on two ordinances, one amending gazebo/ pergola standards and another amending meeting procedures. Additional items include discussion of the Open Space Trust Fund, summer camp, and low‑speed vehicle spots on Broadway.

• Approval of $1,082,206.97 for computer‑generated vouchers (Consent Resolution 2a)
• Approval of $327,222.42 payroll payment (Consent Resolution 1a)
• Ordinance 2026‑07: amendment to Chapter 19 Development – Gazebo/Pergola standards (2nd reading)
• Authorization to close the Little Silver Lake lot for the Police Bike Rodeo on May 9 (Consent Resolution 1b)
• Approval of $75 registration fee for Recreation Pickleball (Consent Resolution 1s)

The council approved hiring Toni‑Leigh Chamberlain as Director and Sophia Longo as Assistant Director for the Summer Camp on a seasonal basis. It also voted to rescind the low‑speed vehicle (golf‑cart) parking pilot on Broadway and return those spots to regular parking. Minutes from the March 3 executive session and the March 3 council meeting were approved. All approvals were by roll‑call vote with four members voting yea and two members absent.

• Approved hiring of Toni‑Leigh Chamberlain (Director) and Sophia Longo (Assistant Director) as seasonal employees for Summer Camp (YEA by Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes; Byrnes, Ramos absent)
• Approved rescinding the golf‑cart parking pilot on Broadway and restoring regular parking spots (YEA by Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes; Byrnes, Ramos absent)
• Approved March 3, 2026 Executive Session minutes (YEA by Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes; Byrnes, Ramos absent)
• Approved March 3, 2026 Council meeting minutes (YEA by Dixon, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes; Byrnes, Ramos absent)

Open Space Committee

The Open Space Committee will assign its chair, treasurer, secretary and project manager and hear reports from the liaison and treasurer. It will review updates on recommendations to MandC for the Channel drive, Newark Ave pocket park, lake and river access points, 417 Trenton, Little league fields, and the Coast guard station. The committee will consider a reassessment of the Open Space Fund, including possible reduction or elimination and how the fund has been and could be used. An open discussion and any additional recommendations to MandC will follow.

• Assignment of chair, treasurer, secretary, and project manager
• Liaison report and treasurer’s report
• Updates on recommendations to MandC for Channel drive, Newark Ave pocket park, lake and river access points, 417 Trenton, Little league fields, and Coast guard station
• Reassessment of the Open Space Fund, including possible reduction or elimination
• Open discussion of prior and future use of the Open Space Fund and additional recommendations

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will introduce new member William Elwell, review the mayor’s historical ordinance plan, and consider the 2026 budget and its possible uses. It will note that a plaque has been returned to the vendor and receive an update on the USGC Station’s tax‑exempt status and upgrade clearance. The commission will also discuss nominations to fill the vacant member seat left by Greg Burns.

• Introduction of William Elwell as a commission member
• Review of the Historical Ordinance Plan for the mayor
• Discussion of the 2026 Historic Preservation Commission budget and potential applications
• Report that the plaque has been returned to the vendor
• Update on USGC Station tax‑exempt status and clearance for upgrades

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes. Bill Elwell was confirmed as an official member, and Derick Fischer was unanimously voted in as the next member, pending required paperwork. The Historical Ordinance Plan was placed on the table for future consideration.

• Meeting minutes approved unanimously
• Bill Elwell confirmed as official member
• Derick Fischer unanimously voted as next member (pending forms)
• Historical Ordinance Plan tabled

Animal Welfare Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Animal Welfare Committee will review the meeting minutes and financial reports. It will hear updates on fundraising, trailer adoptions, and animal trapping. The committee will also address any old and new business items before adjourning.

• Reading of minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Fundraising Report
• Trailer/Adoptions discussion
• Trapping discussion

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider Application #2026-449 from PIA Investments, LLC for a mixed‑use building at 501 Arnold Avenue, proposing five retail units on the first floor and 24 multifamily units above. The board will also review Ordinance 2026-07, which amends Chapter 19 Development to set standards for gazebos and pergolas. A resolution for Ocean Bay Developers at 202/204 Curtis Ave (2026-448) will be memorialized, and the public may comment on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• Application #2026-449 – PIA Investments, LLC proposes mixed‑use building at 501 Arnold Avenue (5 retail units, 24 multifamily units), Zone GC
• Ordinance 2026-07 – amendment to Chapter 19 Development to establish standards for gazebos and pergolas
• Memorialize resolution 2026-448 for Ocean Bay Developers – 202/204 Curtis Ave
• Public participation invited on agenda and non‑agenda items
• Roll call and minutes from February 9, 2026

The Planning Board approved the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes. It then memorialized and approved application 2026-448 for Ocean Bay Developers at 202/204 Curtis Ave, adding several conditions. The board also approved ordinance 2026-07 to establish standards for gazebos and pergolas.

• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved application 2026-448 Ocean Bay Developers – 202/204 Curtis Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance 2026-07 establishing gazebo and pergola standards (unanimous)

Recreation Committee

The Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee will hear executive and subcommittee reports, discuss the unfinished summer camp update, consider any new business, and recognize the volunteer of the month.

• Summer Camp Update (unfinished business)
• Shed/Trailer/Supply subcommittee report
• Wrestling subcommittee report
• Skateboarding subcommittee report
• Basketball subcommittee report

The Recreation Committee voted unanimously to remove the Summer Camp from its jurisdiction and to keep Erica Susko and Tony Novo on the Open Space Advisory Committee. It approved a series of recreation programs, including the Egg Hunt, spring and summer skateboarding lessons, basketball payments, the Summer Concert Series schedule with artist fees, Pickleball sessions, ukulele & guitar lessons, a jazz concert, a local bonfire, and a Winter Wonderland event. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted.

• Removed Summer Camp from the Recreation Committee (unanimous)
• Retained Erica Susko and Tony Novo on the Open Space Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Egg Hunt on 3/28 with up to $1000 for supplies (unanimous)
• Approved Spring Skateboard lessons and coach hire at $160 per child (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Skateboard lessons and coach hire at $150 per child (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Concert Series schedule and artist fees (unanimous)
• Approved Pickleball sessions Mon/Wed and Tue/Thu at $75 per person (unanimous)
• Approved Ukulele & Guitar lessons on Maryland Ave Beach at $145 registration plus $50 ukulele (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider a use variance for a two-story dwelling at 5 Brunswick Place. Three other items regarding single-family dwellings at 141A and 141B Boardwalk are carried over to a future meeting.

• Hearing for use variance at 5 Brunswick Place
• Carried over: Single-family dwelling at 141A Boardwalk
• Carried over: Single-family dwelling at 141B Boardwalk
• Special meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026
• Public participation allowed for agenda and non-agenda items

The Board of Adjustment approved a motion to memorialize resolution 2026‑05 concerning Layburn – 107 Cornell with no opposition. It also approved application #2025‑21 for a two‑story dwelling at 5 Brunswick Place, granting a use variance and related conditions. Both actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved memorialization of resolution 2026‑05 (Layburn – 107 Cornell) (unanimous)
• Approved application #2025‑21 for a two‑story dwelling at 5 Brunswick Place with conditions (unanimous)

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority will meet to discuss budget requests and the parking of trailers and trucks overnight in lots. The body will also review vouchers for payment totaling $2,165.07.

• Budget request update
• Overnight trailer and truck parking in lots
• Payment of $410.00 to Liberty Mutual Surety Bond
• Payment of $977.50 to T & M Associates
• Payments to Raymond D. Bogan, Esq for $175.00 and $52.00

Historic Preservation Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Historic Preservation Commission will meet on March 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Town Hall. The agenda calls for an open discussion on the compliance status of three properties—413 Railroad Square, 501 Arnold Ave, and 701 Arnold Ave—within the Historic Overlay District before the Town Planning Board meeting on March 9, 2026. Chairman Gregory Cox has recused himself from this discussion. No other items are listed.

• Open discussion on compliance of 413 Railroad Square (currently the Lift Gym)
• Open discussion on compliance of 501 Arnold Ave (formerly the Bank of America)
• Open discussion on compliance of 701 Arnold Ave (formerly Ocean First Bank)
• Recusal of Chairman Gregory Cox from the compliance discussion

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes. It also voted unanimously that 413 Railroad Square, 501 Arnold Ave., and 701 Arnold Ave. meet the external building guidelines for the Historic Overlay District. Both actions were recorded as closed decisions.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved that 413 Railroad Square, 501 Arnold Ave., and 701 Arnold Ave. meet overlay guidelines (unanimous)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council will hold an executive session on legal matters before a regular meeting. During the meeting they will vote on several consent resolutions authorizing payments for payroll, contracts, and police equipment. They will also introduce two ordinances amending gazebo standards and meeting procedures, and consider a winery outlet application. A public hearing will be held on an amendment to governing documents.

• Approve payroll payment of $312,128.02 (Consent Resolution 1a)
• Authorize $16,872 contract for weed and algae management at Little Silver Lake (1c)
• Approve $30,750 warranty hardware/software contract with Integrated Technical Systems (1f)
• Approve $1,593,144.06 computer‑generated vouchers (Consent Resolution 2a)
• Approve police equipment contracts, e.g., $25,000 camera contract with NJ Business Systems (2h)

The council entered executive session and approved several prior session minutes. It then voted to amend the advisory committee ordinance to add town business owners, property owners and non‑residents as members, passing the measure 5‑1. All votes were recorded by roll call.

• Entered executive session (Resolution A) – approved unanimously (YEA by all six members)
• Approved February 3, 2026 executive session minutes – unanimous YEA
• Approved February 17, 2026 executive session minutes – unanimous YEA
• Approved February 17, 2026 council meeting minutes – unanimous YEA
• Amended advisory committee ordinance to include business owners, property owners, non‑residents – approved 5‑1 (YEA: Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes; NAY: Dixon)

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District Board will discuss the Spring arts event scheduled for April 25, reviewing the event plan and voting on the special event permit and ABC social event applications. The meeting will also cover BID finances, officer and treasurer duties, and banking procedures per the by‑laws. Updates to the website and logo will be considered, and a call with Natalie Pineiro of INK Strategies will be reviewed. Grant opportunities, including a T‑Mobile Hometown Grant of up to $50,000 due March 31, are noted.

• Review and vote on special event permit application for Spring arts event (4/25)
• Review and vote on ABC social event application for Spring arts event
• Call with Natalie Pineiro, INK Strategies regarding INK proposal for DPB
• Discussion of BID finances, officers, treasurer, and banking per by‑laws
• Review of grant opportunities, including T‑Mobile Hometown Grant up to $50,000 due 3/31

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss finalizing a flood plain management plan, removing pear trees from a recommended list, and planting a free street tree. The body will also review grants and potential ordinance changes regarding tree protection.

• Free Street Tree - ME
• CFMP discussion for Kevin Sibilia
• Removal of pear trees from recommended list
• Grants for trees
• Changes to Ordinance 2024-24

The commission approved the February 2 minutes as submitted. It assigned Pete Ritchings as the liaison to the Planning Board and Dave as the liaison to the Board of Adjustment. The commission reviewed the final draft of the 2026‑2030 Community Forest Management Plan and will submit agreed edits to Kevin Scibilia. It also agreed to request removal of an overgrown vine at the River Avenue traffic triangle and a dead tree at borough hall, to be sent to the Department of Public Works.

• Approved February 2 minutes as submitted
• Assigned Pete Ritchings as link to Planning Board
• Assigned Dave as link to Board of Adjustment
• Will submit agreed edits to 2026‑2030 Community Forest Management Plan to Kevin Scibilia
• Agreed to request removal of overgrown vine at River Avenue traffic triangle
• Agreed to request removal of dead tree at borough hall

Green Team Advisory Committee

The Green Team Advisory Committee will review the January 2026 meeting minutes and receive reports from the council liaison, Shade Tree Commission, Open Space Advisory Committee, and Planning Board. The committee will discuss the ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project grant application and resources for environmental commissions, as well as the Stormwater MS4 Permit and PPB FEMA Community Rating System. Additional topics include microplastics containment, subdivision landscape requirements, and water‑conservation initiatives.

• Review and approval of January 2026 meeting minutes
• ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project grant application (project ideas)
• Discussion of Stormwater MS4 Permit and PPB FEMA Community Rating System
• Construction‑containment of microplastics (example provided)
• Plot/subdivision plan landscape requirements (ordinance research/examples provided)

Environmental Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Environmental Commission will review its 2026 budget, discuss stormwater and microplastic containment, and consider an ANJEC grant application. The meeting also includes reports on ongoing projects and a FEMA floodplain discussion.

• Review/Approval of January 2026 Meeting Minutes
• 2026 Budget Proposal: Submitted/Pending
• ANJEC Open Space Stewardship Project Grant Application
• Discussion of Stormwater MS4 Permit
• Construction-Containment of Microplastics

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a property application for 17 Cornell Avenue. A separate application for townhomes at 308 Channel Drive will not be heard at this meeting.

• Application #2026-05: Construction of pool, pool patio, fence, and cabana at 17 Cornell Avenue
• Application 2026-02: Proposed townhomes at 308 Channel Drive (postponed)

The Board approved the memorialization of four prior meeting minutes and approved a resolution denying Timothy Caughey’s subdivision variance request. It denied Linda Layborn’s full variance application for 17 Cornell Avenue, but approved the outdoor kitchen portion while rejecting the pool cabana. The board also postponed the Crescenzo Group townhome application, scheduling a future hearing.

• Approved memorialization of Oct 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization of Nov 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization of Dec 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved memorialization of Jan 8, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution denying Timothy Caughey subdivision variance (unanimous)
• Denied Linda Layborn’s full variance application #2026-05 (4‑3 vote)
• Approved outdoor kitchen portion of application #2026-05 (7‑0 vote)
• Postponed hearing for Crescenzo Group townhome application #2026-02 (future notice)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council will vote on several large financial approvals, including a $2,806,128.13 payment for computer‑generated vouchers. Other items include a $1,022,009.35 payment for a Route 35 water‑main replacement and a $2,885,536.97 payment to the Ocean County Treasurer for the county tax levy. The meeting also includes the second‑reading of three ordinances and a contract award for painting the Coast Guard Station.

• Approval of $2,806,128.13 voucher payments (Consent Resolution 3a)
• Approval of $1,022,009.35 payment to Underground Utilities for Route 35 water‑main replacement (Consent Resolution 2h)
• Approval of $2,885,536.97 payment to Ocean County Treasurer for County tax levy (Consent Resolution 1g)
• Award of $49,380 contract to Darren Meseroll Painting for Coast Guard Station painting (Consent Resolution 2e)
• Second‑reading of Ordinance 2026‑03 to amend Borough Attorney powers and duties

The council approved a resolution allowing the borough attorney to draft an ordinance that would codify the previous meeting protocol policy used from 2014 to 2024. The motion passed unanimously. Earlier, the council also approved entry into executive session and adopted the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution A to enter Executive Session on legal matters (vote YEA by all six members)
• Approved February 3, 2026 council meeting minutes (vote YEA by five members, one abstention)
• Approved Resolution 4 directing the borough attorney, planner, and other professionals to draft or amend the relevant ordinance (vote YEA by all six members)
• Approved Resolution 5 authorizing the borough attorney to draft an ordinance codifying the 2014 meeting protocol policy (vote YEA by all six members)

Community Development Block Grant

The Borough of Point Pleasant Beach will hold a public hearing to receive citizen comments and prioritize applications for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant. The agenda includes reviewing the borough’s application for a $50,000 grant to fund roadway improvements on Philadelphia Avenue within a designated target neighborhood. Residents may comment in person at the hearing or submit written comments to Ocean County Planning Department or the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Accommodations for disabled or non‑English‑speaking residents are available upon request.

• $50,000 grant application for roadway improvements on Philadelphia Avenue.
• Public hearing scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 416 New Jersey Avenue.
• Citizens may submit comments in person or in writing to Ocean County Planning Department (129 Hooper Ave, Toms River) or NJ Dept. of Community Affairs (PO Box 811, Trenton).
• Accommodations for disabled or non‑English‑speaking residents available upon advance request.

The council held the second public hearing on the 2026 Community Development Block Grant application. No members of the public spoke. The borough decided to prepare and submit a CDBG application for a single project to the county. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Prepare and submit CDBG application for one selected project (roadway improvements or Coast Guard station) to the county

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board meeting on February 9, 2026 includes a review of Application 2026-448. Ocean Bay Developers LLC is requesting a minor subdivision of Lot 2.01 on Block 118 at 202/204 Curtis Avenue. The board will consider the request during this meeting.

• Review Application 2026-448 – minor subdivision request for 202/204 Curtis Avenue (Lot 2.01, Block 118) by Ocean Bay Developers LLC

Parking Authority

The Point Pleasant Beach Parking Authority meeting will cover routine items such as roll call, minutes, and updates from the chairman, attorney, engineer, and Councilman Dixon. A key agenda item is the review of vouchers for payments totaling $13,629.10 to several vendors and individuals. Public comments are invited on both agenda and non‑agenda topics.

• Voucher to Estate Lawn Management for $12,450.00
• Voucher to United States Treasury for $275.00
• Voucher to T & M Associates for $175.00
• Voucher to Raymond D. Bogan, Esq. for $175.00
• Voucher to Karen Mills for $554.10

Board of Adjustment

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment will review application 2025-35 from Thomas Devine, seeking a use variance and bulk variances to construct three garden‑style apartments on Lot 1, Block 166 at 218 Channel Drive. The agenda notes a deficient notice issue for the application and includes a review of the end‑of‑year letter. Residents may comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

• Application 2025-35: request for use and bulk variances to build 3 garden apartments at 218 Channel Drive.
• Deficient notice issue noted for the application.
• Board comments – review of the end‑of‑year letter.
• Public participation period for comments on agenda or non‑agenda items.

The Point Pleasant Beach Board of Adjustment met on February 5, 2026 to consider an application by Thomas Devine for three garden apartments at 218 Channel Drive, requiring a use variance and a density variance. The clerk noted the public notice was deficient, and the board was informed that townhouses are a conditional use while apartments are not permitted. After discussion, the board proceeded with the application without the required notice. No vote tally was recorded.

• Carried application forward without notice (no vote recorded)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will meet to receive executive and subcommittee reports. The agenda includes updates on various seasonal programs and sports activities.

• Summer Concert Series report
• Kid’s Inlet Fishing Derby report
• Pickleball report
• Skateboarding (spring and summer) report
• Locals Only Bonfire report

The Recreation Committee adopted the full schedule for the Summer Concert Series and set individual fees for each act. It also approved dates and budgets for the Egg Hunt, spring and summer skateboarding lessons, and several other seasonal programs. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Egg Hunt on 3/28 (rain date 3/29) and $1,000 budget for supplies (unanimous)
• Approved spring skateboarding lessons on 4/12‑5/24 (rain dates) at $160 per child and hired Coach Dave Farrell at $160 per registrant (unanimous)
• Approved summer skateboarding lessons on 6/28‑7/26 (rain dates) at $150 per child and hired Coach Dave Farrell at $150 per registrant (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Concert Series schedule (six dates) and performer fees ranging from $900 to $3,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Ukulele & Guitar lessons on Maryland Ave Beach, 7/6‑8/10, $145 registration plus $50 ukulele option (unanimous)
• Approved MMDA Summer Jazz Concert on 7/31 (rain date 8/1) at the Bandshell (unanimous)
• Approved Locals‑Only Bonfire on 9/12 (rain date 9/13) for residents, no fee (unanimous)
• Approved Winter Wonderland event on 12/6 (rain date 12/13) with no registration fee (unanimous)

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will hold an executive session to discuss several legal and land‑use matters, including the Green Acres Program agreement. In the regular meeting, the Council will consider multiple consent resolutions authorizing payments such as $302,421.86 for payroll and $489,500 for water‑tank repairs. Several ordinances will be read, including a salary‑range amendment for mechanical staff and a measure to create handicap parking spaces on NJ and Trenton Avenues. The meeting also includes routine reports, a discussion on downtown restrooms, and public participation time.

• Approve payment of Payroll #2 – $302,421.86
• Authorize agreement with DEP Green Acres Program for open space acquisition – $3,489,318.99
• Approve payment to Allied Painting for water‑storage tank repair/repainting – $489,500
• Ordinance 2026-02: Amend salary range for Mechanical & Maintenance Repairperson
• Ordinance 2026-04: Authorize handicap parking spaces on NJ & Trenton Avenues

The council approved the Executive Session minutes and the regular Council meeting minutes from January 20, 2026 by roll‑call vote, with all five present members voting YEA. The board discussed possible downtown public restroom solutions but took no formal action. Committee reports on staffing, police training, and community projects were presented.

• Approved January 20, 2026 Executive Session minutes (all five present members YEA)
• Approved January 20, 2026 Council meeting minutes (all five present members YEA)

Shade Tree Commission

The Point Pleasant Beach Shade Tree Commission will approve minutes, receive reports on pruning and grant deadlines, and discuss a draft Community Forest Management Plan. The body also plans to reintroduce ordinances regarding tree protection on new construction.

• Structural pruning scheduled for February using Year-end 2025 funds
• Green Communities Grant due date set for March 20, 2027
• Discussion of draft CFMP and edits on pages 26-29
• Reintroduction of ordinance to protect trees on knock-down lots
• Manasquan tree planting inclusion on road construction projects

The commission approved the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting. Anne Lightburn was assigned to coordinate with All Points to add new tree offerings to the spring Big Beautiful Tree flyer. Mary Ellin Mallazzo and Louise Stillufsen will continue managing the Free Street and Big Beautiful Tree programs, respectively. The commission reached consensus on selected revisions to the draft Comprehensive Forestry Management Plan.

• Approved minutes from Jan 5, 2026 meeting (as submitted)
• Tasked Anne Lightburn to coordinate tree flyer updates with All Points
• Mary Ellin Mallazzo to continue managing Free Street program
• Louise Stillufsen to continue managing Big Beautiful Tree program
• Reached consensus on additions, deletions, and typographical revisions to draft CFMP

Community Development Block Grant

The Borough of Point Pleasant Beach will hold a public hearing on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM in the Council Chambers at 416 New Jersey Avenue, Second Floor. The hearing will review the performance of and gather citizen comments on the borough’s application for a $40,000 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant intended for low‑ and moderate‑income residents. Residents may comment at the hearing or submit written comments to the Ocean County Planning Department or the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs within ten days after the hearing.

• Public hearing on Jan 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM in Council Chambers, 416 New Jersey Avenue, Second Floor
• Review of performance and collection of citizen comments on a $40,000 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant application
• Written comments accepted by Ocean County Planning Department, ATTN: CDBG Application, 129 Hooper Avenue – First Floor, PO Box 2191, Toms River, NJ 08754‑2191
• Additional written comments may be sent within ten days to NJ Department of Community Affairs, Small Cities Unit, PO Box 811, Trenton, NJ 08625‑0811

The borough held the first mandatory public hearing for the 2026 Ocean County Community Development Block Grant. Public comments supported a Coast Guard building project and improvements to Philadelphia Avenue. The borough announced that the council will choose between these two proposals at its February 3, 2026 meeting, with the decision to be announced at the second hearing on February 12, 2026. No formal approvals, rejections, or votes occurred at this hearing.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to memorialize previous resolutions and review one new application. The primary new item involves a request for a use variance to subdivide a property and build four residential dwellings.

• 2026-06: Proposal to subdivide 63-69 Broadway to build four residential dwellings
• 2025-36: Resolution for new home and pool at 315 St. Louis
• 2026-01: Resolution for new home and pool at 214 Homestead
• 2026-03: Resolution for new home and pool at 159 Baltimore Ave

The Board of Adjustment memorialized the minutes of the October 2, 2026 meeting and approved three pending single‑family home applications with pools. It then denied the variance and subdivision request for 63‑69 Broadway that would create four new homes. All actions were taken without any recorded opposition.

• Memorialized minutes of Oct 2, 2026 (unopposed)
• Approved application 2025-36 – Justin Kuhn, 315 St. Louis, single‑family home with pool (unopposed)
• Approved application 2026-01 – Cynthia/John J. Balaes, 214 Homestead, single‑family home with pool (unopposed)
• Approved application 2026-03 – 159 Baltimore Ave LLC, Block 160 lot 23, single‑family home with pool (unopposed)
• Denied application 2026-06 – Timothy Caughey, 63‑69 Broadway, subdivision and four single‑family homes (unopposed)

Environmental Commission

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Green Team Advisory Committee

The Green Team Advisory Committee will receive reports from the council liaison, treasurer, and several task forces, and will discuss ongoing projects such as the Patchwork for Wildlife update and the Oyster Shell Receptacle program. New agenda items include a construction proposal to contain microplastics and research on landscape requirements for plots and subdivisions. The committee will also review water‑conservation initiatives, a FEMA floodplain discussion, and grant ideas for Sustainable Jersey actions.

• Construction – Containment of Microplastics (example provided)
• Plot/Subdivision Plan Landscape requirements (ordinance research/examples provided)
• Patchwork for Wildlife – update from Cindy (PPB modified program)
• Oyster Shell Receptacle – American Littoral Society (on hold)
• Water Conservation Initiatives/Plan

Council

The Point Pleasant Beach Council will begin with an executive session on real‑property matters and legal issues. The regular meeting will consider several consent resolutions, including large payroll and contract payments, health‑benefit funding, and a first‑reading ordinance to amend salary ranges for mechanical and maintenance staff. The council will also discuss a filming ordinance and receive committee reports.

• Approve payroll #26 ($344,544.64) and payroll #1 ($430,221.69)
• Approve payment of $171,753.37 to the State of NJ for employee and retiree health benefits
• Approve purchase order to Ciocca Ford for a 2026 Ford Expedition ($54,761.05)
• Approve annual contract with Geese Chasers ($13,188)
• Approve payment to Underground Utilities for water main replacement ($490,411.95)

The council approved several items, including a pay increase for the basketball assigner and the reinstatement of the Senior Committee with Councilmember Cortes as liaison. It also adopted a draft amendment to Ordinance 2024‑13 for future discussion and approved the meeting minutes. All actions were recorded with roll‑call votes.

• Approved RESOLUTION A to enter Executive Session (consent of Council)
• Approved December 9, 2025 council minutes (YEA: Byrnes, Ramos, Cortes; Gant abstain; Dixon, Stillufsen not eligible)
• Approved January 1, 2026 reorganization minutes (YEA: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes)
• Approved draft amendment to Ordinance 2024‑13 for next meeting (Resolution B) (YEA: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes)
• Amended basketball assigner pay to $45 per game (Resolution C) (YEA: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes)
• Reinstated Senior Committee with Councilmember Cortes as liaison (Resolution D) (YEA: Dixon, Byrnes, Ramos, Gant, Stillufsen, Cortes)

Board of Adjustment

Animal Welfare Committee

Historic Preservation Commission

Planning Board

The Point Pleasant Beach Planning Board will hold a re‑organization meeting to nominate and appoint a clerk/secretary, board attorney, and board engineer, and to elect a chairman and vice‑chairman. The board will also designate its official newspapers, Ocean Star and Asbury Park Press. Additionally, the board will consider applicant #2025-447’s request to subdivide lot 12 at 35 Arnold Avenue and build two FEMA‑compliant houses.

• Nomination and appointment of Planning Board Clerk/Secretary
• Nomination and appointment of Board Attorney
• Nomination and appointment of Planning Board Engineer
• Election of Chairman and Vice‑Chairman
• Subdivision request for 35 Arnold Avenue to build two FEMA‑compliant houses

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to reorganize for 2026. The body will appoint its officers, clerk, attorney, and engineer, and designate official newspapers.

• Appointment of Board Chairman
• Appointment of Board vice-Chair
• Appointment of Board Secretary
• Appointment of Board Attorney
• Appointment of Board Engineer

The Board of Adjustment appointed Karen L. Mills as clerk, Paul Struncius as chairman, Mr. Reynolds as vice‑chairman, Ben Montenegro as attorney, and Ray Savacool of T & M Associates as engineer, each vote 6‑0. It designated the Asbury Park Press and the Ocean Star as the board’s official newspapers, vote 5‑0. The board memorialized and denied application 2025‑24 for Four Shore Builders at 209 Baltimore Ave., vote 2‑0. It also memorialized and approved application 2025‑34 for Moscatello at 100 Sanborn, vote 2‑0.

• Appointed Karen L. Mills as Board Clerk (6‑0)
• Appointed Paul Struncius as Board Chairman (6‑0)
• Appointed Mr. Reynolds as Vice‑Chairman (6‑0)
• Appointed Ben Montenegro as Board Attorney (6‑0)
• Appointed Ray Savacool (T & M Associates) as Board Engineer (6‑0)
• Designated Asbury Park Press and Ocean Star as official newspapers (5‑0)
• Denied application 2025‑24 – Four Shore Builders – 209 Baltimore Ave. (2‑0)
• Approved application 2025‑34 – Moscatello – 100 Sanborn (2‑0)

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District Board will meet to review the previous year's priorities and budget. The board will also discuss membership, by-laws, and attendance policies to establish objectives for 2026.

• Review of last year's budget document
• Membership review
• By-Laws and attendance policy review
• Establishment of 2026 goals and objectives

Shade Tree Commission

The Shade Tree Commission will discuss the draft Comprehensive Forest Management Plan (CFMP) and a memo summarizing hazard trees slated for removal on county roads. The commission will also review goals for 2026 and consider changes to existing tree protection ordinances. Additional items such as traffic island improvements and tree planting on road projects are listed as back‑burner topics.

• Discussion of the draft CFMP
• Memo on hazard tree removals on county roads
• Parkway Traffic Island Improvements (back‑burner)
• Manasquan tree planting inclusion on road construction projects (back‑burner)
• Changes to Ordinance 2024-24 (back‑burner)

The Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from the December 3 meeting. It also agreed to adopt the changes to the recommended street trees outlined in the draft CFMP. No other formal actions were taken; other items were discussed or assigned for further investigation.

• Approved December 3rd meeting minutes
• Agreed on changes to recommended street trees in draft CFMP

Council

The Borough Council is meeting to swear in new officials and appoint professional services for the 2026 year. The body will decide on a temporary budget, establish municipal fees, and appoint members to various boards and commissions.

• Approval of temporary budget for 2026
• Payment of $28,546.68 and $800.00 to Fiore Paving for Carter/S Balt/NJ Ave Improvements
• Contract renewal for Animal Control Services with Charles Fago for $12,000
• Establishment of a $10 late fee for dog license fees
• Appointments of Borough Attorney, Engineer, Auditor, and Planner

The council approved Resolution A to certify the fire officer election results and elected Councilmember Gant as Council President. It adopted a temporary budget for 2026 and approved a series of consent resolutions covering payments, penalties, licensing, and exemptions. The council also closed public participation for the meeting.

• Approved Resolution A: Certification of Fire Officer Election Results (YEA)
• Elected Councilmember Gant as Council President (YEA)
• Approved temporary budget for 2026 (Consent Resolution 2a)
• Approved $28,546.68 payment to Fiore Paving for road improvements (Consent Resolution 2b)
• Established 6% penalty for tax delinquencies over $10,000 (Consent Resolution 2f)
• Authorized Council to administer ABC licenses (Consent Resolution 2g)
• Established $10 late fee for dog license payments (Consent Resolution 3b)
• Approved exemption from municipal dog/cat license fees for volunteer fire/first aid personnel (Consent Resolution 5a)