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EMERGENCY ALERTS FOR TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS |
Effective Tuesday, June 2, 2020, all Municipal Offices were re-opened to the public to conduct official business. As a precautionary measure, face coverings and proper social distancing protocols are in place for anyone visiting Township buildings. Remote services remain available for those who choose to utilize them instead of in-person visits. Thank you, in advance, for your cooperation. |
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During the dark winter of the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 500,000 Americans have now died from the virus. That is more Americans who have died in a single year of this pandemic than in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War combined. On this solemn occasion, we reflect on their loss and on their loved ones left behind. We, as a Nation, must remember them so we can begin to heal, to unite, and find purpose as one Nation to defeat this pandemic.
Due to inclement weather, tonight’s (Feb. 18, 2021) Planning Board meeting has been canceled. All scheduled applications for tonight’s planning board meeting are carried to March 4th, 2021 without new notice.
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At this time, Monmouth County is administering the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine, which is approved for adults ages 18 and over. No one under 18 can be given the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine. For more information and to register for the vaccine, please visit www.visitmonmouth.com/health.
Social distancing restrictions from COVID are increasing loneliness for many of our older adults. To help brighten their day and to let them know they are not forgotten, Freehold Township will once again be collecting homemade cards, letters, pictures or any creation we can fit in an 8” x 11” envelope. Items can be dropped of in the Sunshine Card Drop Box located outside of Freehold Township Town Hall, 1 Municipal Plaza on the corner of Schanck and Stillwells Corner Roads.
For our youth that need volunteer hours, each item dropped off will be given 15 minutes of volunteer time. Those wanting volunteer hours you must include the VOLUNTEER FORM with the pieces you drop off in the drop box. A supervisor will confirm the items and sign off on the appropriate hours and email it back to the volunteer. If you have any questions, you may contact Committee Member Maureen Fasano at Sunshinecards@twp.freehold.nj.us.
Click here for the meeting dates for 2021
Monmouth County offers free COVID-19 testing for county residents. Each testing location will have 200 tests available and once those are administered, the clinic will close for the day.
Information about the County’s COVID-19 testing program is available on www.visitmonmouth.com. Residents are encouraged to fill out the testing requisition form ahead of testing in order to expedite the process.
February-March Testing Calendar Locations
Domestic violence does not just stop because of a crisis like the one we are currently facing. In fact, when stressors increase, violence and abuse can quickly escalate. For many victims, staying at home means being isolated with someone who is harming them. It is in these very trying times that a victim needs 180 even more, and we are determined to be there for anyone who needs our services. We have made a few temporary shifts to some of our services, but 180 is operational and here to help.
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If you have COVID-19 or have had close contact with someone who has COVID-19, a Freehold Area Health Department worker may call you to check on your health, discuss who you’ve been in contact with, ask you to stay home to self-isolate/quarantine, if you aren’t doing so already, and answer your questions.
Contact tracing is key to slowing the spread of COVID-19 and helps keep you, your family, and your community safe.
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Effective Tuesday, June 2, 2020, all Municipal Offices were re-opened to the public to conduct official business.
As a precautionary measure, face coverings and proper social distancing protocols are in place for anyone visiting Township buildings. Remote services remain available for those who choose to utilize them instead of in-person visits.
Thank you, in advance, for your cooperation.
In anticipation that the state will relax restaurants restrictions in the near future, the Freehold Township Committee has passed a resolution to simplify the process for restaurant owners to quickly and easily apply for seasonal outdoor dining permits through the Zoning Office and expansions to their alcohol consumption areas through the Clerk’s Office. This resolution will take effect immediately to help these small businesses continue their operations under the orders of the governor and to maintain public safety while doing so.
The following actions have been taken in support of continuing and expanding business operations within the Township:
1. The Zoning Officer will implement an abbreviated and emergency application process for businesses to utilize outdoor areas.
2. The Zoning Officer will approve temporary and emergency zoning permissions to conduct the required operations outdoors, in parking areas, grass areas and drives, so long as they are consistent with the safety of the public.
3. The Zoning Officer will consult with Township Engineer, Township Administrator, Police Chief and Health Officer to ensure consistency with his determination of safety.
4. The Township Clerk is authorized, upon consultation with the Police Chief, to approve expansions for alcohol beverage consumption areas through the state system, should the State promulgate the appropriate rules.
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Governor Murphy has announced that bars and restaurants will be permitted to open with limited outdoor service on June 15, 2020. ABC has created a new permit to address the anticipated need of licensees to expand their premises to allow reasonable seating capacity while observing social distancing guidelines.
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Click here to view outdoor dining and tent structure checklist
There are upcoming adjustments to our current zoning laws that will change the landscape of our hometown. These changes are not desired by or at the behest of your local government but are the result of strong-armed tactics by our State Courts, land developers and others who want to dictate the look and feel of communities across the State. It is important to understand, these changes are being driven by people who will never live, work, or visit here and /or will significantly profit from these changes.
As many of you are aware, there is a Special Public Meeting of the Township Committee on Monday, April 27th, to discuss special zoning changes that are being proposed. The proposed changes are a direct result of our seven year court battle WITH Fair Share Housing Court and several developers to finalize our court mandated affordable housing obligation.
The attached letter more fully explains the Township’s position on this matter, and should be read and shared among our residents to better understand the current issues facing the Township. While we will hold this meeting via teleconference, we understand and respect our residents desire to be heard on such an important issue. As such, the Township Committee intends to open the hearing and carry it until June, when the public can be present and heard in person.
Click here to read letter from Mayor Lester A. Preston Jr.
Click here to read Full Message from Mayor Lester A. Preston
Click here to view Instructions for people who tested positive for COVID-19
Click here to view instructions for people who tested negative for COVID-19.
In an effort to continue to provide services to our residents, while protecting both our employees and the public, the Freehold Township Police Department has determined that we must make some temporary changes to the procedure for picking up Firearms ID Cards / Handgun Permits.
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Sexual assaults do not just stop because of a crisis like the one we are currently facing. In fact, when stressors increase, violence and abuse can quickly escalate. For many survivors, staying at home means being isolated with someone who is harming them. It is in these very trying times that a survivor needs 180 even more; and we are determined to be there for anyone who needs our services. We have made a few temporary shifts to some of our services, but 180 is operational and here to help.180 is dedicated to providing safe housing, counseling, support, prevention, education, and advocacy for those in Monmouth County who are affected by domestic violence and sexual violence.
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Issuance of vital records - If constituents need their vital records during the emergency, and the local office is closed, they can be referred to the State for the issuance of their records. They can either mail in their orders to this address:
Office of Vital Statistics & Registry
Issuance Unit
P.O Box 370
Trenton, NJ 08625
Or, they can place an online order using this link: Click here
As a precautionary measure to limit the spread of the Coronavirus, and to protect the health of our residents, the Freehold Township Senior Center will be closed to the public starting Monday, March 16, 2020 until further notice.
Staff will be reporting during normal business hours 8:30-4:30 and can be contacted by phone at 732-294-2029. During this time the Senior Center will be fully cleaned and sanitized before reopening.
Freehold Township has increased our disinfecting and cleaning protocols in our municipal buildings. We urge residents to utilize our drop box for payments and use the online debit card payment option on our website in lieu of visiting town hall. We look forward to coming together as a Township to combat the spread of COVID-19 and confirm to the public our confidence in the safety of our community.
Click here to read Full Message from Mayor Lester A. Preston Jr.
English Spanish (Click to view informational PDF)
Coronavirus questions are being handled by the health experts at the NJ Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
For more information:
NJDOH website at www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml
CDC website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html
NJDOH social media:
Twitter @njdeptofhealth Instagram @njdeptofhealth Facebook /njdeptofhealth
Effective immediately recycling will no longer be accepted at the curbside in plastic bags. Recyclables must be loose in a container no larger than 30 gallons without a lid. This rule has been in effect for several years and is now being strictly enforced. Monmouth County and the State of New Jersey has also had this in effect for several years. The bags contaminate the recycling at the end market and can cause damage to the equipment.
Freehold Township appreciates your cooperation during this change.
The Freehold Township Recycling Center is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:00 pm.
Click here to view fillable PDF construction forms.
Freehold Township Construction Forms
Click here to view the newsletters of the Freehold Municipal Alliance
Please be advised that the following polling location changes have been made in Freehold Township effective immediately.
If any member of your household depends on electrically operated life-support equipment, please let Jersey Central Power & Light know by calling 1-800-662-3115. JCP&L will send you a form that must be completed and signed by your physician every year to verify that you have lifesupport. When JCP&L receives your completed form, they we will add your name to their critical care list. The list will be used during a power outage to contact all critical care customers by telephone if the outage may affect their electric service for more than 24 hours. In addition, the list will be provided to county and municipal Offices of Emergency Management. There is no charge for this service. It’s also important that life-support customers have a contingency plan, such as a battery backup. If you have any questions about this Critical Customer Care Program, please call 1-800-662-3115.
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Click here to view the 2020 road overlay road list.
Please refer to the flyer for proper and safe use of space heaters in your home.
If you need any further assistance you may contact;
Fire Official: Shaun Reilly (732) 294-2083 Fire inspector: David Velez (732) 294-2094 Housing Inspector: John DePinto (732) 294-2068
Effective January 2019 all inspections for residential certificates for continued occupancy (C.C.O’s) specifically smoke alarm certifications, must comply with the State of NJ uniform fire code as follows:
1. Smoke Detectors: All homes built prior to 1981 which have only battery operated smoke detectors/alarms and not interconnected hardwired alarms are required to be replaced with a ten year sealed battery powered single station unit at time of change in ownership and/or occupancy. This new State regulation only applies to battery operated smoke detectors/alarms. Referencing: NJAC 5:70-4.19.
2. Fire Extinguishers: All fire extinguisher installations must meet the following:
Please note if you are requesting a certified 200-foot list, please be aware that the request goes through the engineering office not the tax assessor office.
For information regarding the Halls Mill road improvements
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Click here to be directed to the Monmouth County website with more information
The Monmouth County Board of Elections is seeking poll workers. Call us today to find out more about taking part in this important civic responsibility. To qualify, you must be a registered voter in Monmouth County and attend a poll worker training class. You will be paid $200 for working a Primary Election or General Election. Call us today at 732-431-7802 x7150 to register for a training class.
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Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is pleased to announce the upgrade of the free mobile app, Monmouth County Votes, which is available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The app is designed to give voters easy access to all information regarding elections and voting.
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Receive tax-free money to make energy related improvements for NJ residents, businesses and government.
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The annual Reassessment inspections have begun. If you have recently received a blue postcard in the mail, you are located in the area of the municipality that will have an attempted inspection for the annual reassessment. Click here for more information
Property Tax and Water and Sewer utilities information is available online. We are now accepting online payments. Click here to view.
Please contact the Department of Public Works at 732-294-2160 to report animal carcasses on the Freehold Township roadways.
The Monmouth County Special Needs Registry is a voluntary service open to all citizens with special needs who reside, attend school or are employed in Monmouth County. The registry was created to help police officers and other emergency service personnel better assist residents with special needs in the event of an emergency by providing those first responders with vital information regarding a registrant's special needs, emergency contact information, physical description and current photograph of the registrant. Information about a SNR registrant shall be kept strictly confidential.
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Effective immediately the recycling center will only be accepting electronics from Freehold Township residents. Electronics from out of Freehold Township can be drop off at:
Monmouth County Reclamation Center (main entrance)
6000 Asbury Avenue (west of Shafto Road)
Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
For hours and other information please call 732-683-8686.
There will be a mandatory area-wide water meter upgrade project in Freehold Township which is being contracted through Saks Metering in order to meet NJDEP water supply regulations. Residents will need to make an appointment with Saks Metering by
1) Visiting their website at www.saksmetering.com and clicking on Make an appointment
2) E-mail Sake Metering at info@saksmetering.com and using the subject line "Freehold Township Meter Replacement"
3) Call Saks Metering at 732-730-5633
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Frequently Asked Questions video
New Jersey residents who need help paying their energy bills should call 1-800-510-3102 to find out if they qualify for assistance, and how to apply.
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Click here to view the current recycling schedule
Freehold First Aid is in need of volunteers.
If you would like more information or would like to make a contribution, please call 732-308-1515 or visit http://www.freeholdems.org/.
If you see a pothole that is in need of repair in Freehold Township, please click here to use the form located on the website, or contact the Department of Public Works at 732-294-2160.
1) Commercial solicitors are allowed out only on Monday - Saturday and cannot knock after 7:30 pm
2) Non-Commercial solicitors cannot knock after 9 pm
3) All commercial solicitors except for Verizon, Cablevision and public utility companies, must have Freehold Township issued identification. Non-commercial solicitors will have badges issued by their organization.
4) If a solicitor knocks on your door and does not meet the requirements outlined above, or if you are on the Do Not Solicit list, call the Police Department immediately at 732-462-7500.