Brick Township Council President Anthony Matthews has announced the Council Committee Assignments for 2010.
“The committees system allows Council members to address the many varied needs of our residents and gives our Council members the opportunity to use their unique individual skills and knowledge to move Brick Township forward,” said Council President Matthews.“While Sunshine Laws limits the number of Council members to serve on each committee, every Council member is certainly welcome to work any issue as they feel fit and it has always been that way in the past.”
The 2010 Committee Assignments are as follows:
BUSINESS AND FINANCE:Purchasing, Insurance Computers, Treasurer, Budget, Personnel:
THIS WILL BE THE ONLY FREE CLINIC FOR THE 2010 LICENSING YEAR
Please cooperate and have your pet on a short leash and accompanied
by an adult.There will be no animal licensing at this clinic.
2010 BRICKTOWNSHIPANIMAL LICENSE RENEWALS
All dogs and cats, 7 months or older, in the Township of Brick, must be licensed for 2010 during the month of January.A certificate of Rabies vaccination must be presented, and must be current through November, 2010 for a one year license or November, 2012 for a three year license.Also, if your dog and/or cat has been spayed or neutered, you must present a statement from the veterinarian.
Licenses may be obtained either by mail or at the MunicipalBuilding, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, Monday through Friday between 9am and 4pm.Exact change or check, please.If requesting by mail, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
2010 LICENSE FEES:
One year spayed/neutered animal:$10.00
One year non spayed/neutered animal: $13.00
Three year spayed/neutered animal:$26.00
Three year non spayed/neutered animal:$35.00
There is an administrative charge of $1.00 per month for any dog or cat registered after January 31st of each year.
The Brick Township Department of Parks & Recreation has announced that the Halloween Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat Event scheduled for Wednesday, October 28, 2009 has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 29, 2009 from 6pm until 8pm due to inclement weather.
Brick, NJ – Mayor Stephen Acropolis is offering tips to make sure residents have a safe and Happy Halloween.
“Halloween is a special day for young people and a day for them to have fun, show off their costumes and get treats,” said Mayor Acropolis.“It is important for adults to teach young people about safety and how they can protect themselves from any accidents and hazardous situations.”
Mayor Acropolis offers the following tips for kids and parents:
Trick or treat in groups; never go alone.Kids under 13 should always have a parent or adult with them.
Wear costumes with light colors or wear reflective tape so that motorists can see you.Carry a flashlight or glow stick at night.
Look both ways before crossing streets and never cross in between cars.Only cross at corners or crosswalks where available.
Wear makeup instead of masks.If you have a mask, make sure the eyeholes are large enough to see.
Make sure costumes are not baggy so they are not a tripping hazard.
Only visit houses that are well-lit.
Kids should let their parents know where they are going; parents should make sure their kids tell them.
Parents should check all candy before allowing kids to eat any.Any candy with wrappers that appear to be open should be discarded.
Observe the Township curfew.On October 30, October 31 and November 1, with few exceptions, no resident under the age of 17 is permitted to be on any public street or in any public place between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Have fun and be safe.
“Following these tips will help make sure Halloween is fun for everyone,” said Mayor Acropolis.
Brick, NJ - Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis and the Township Council will present checks to thirteen local service providers at the October 27, 2009 Council meeting.The checks, which range from $1,000 to $10,420, are from funding the Township receives as part of the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.The checks will assist the organizations in providing a wide variety of services to the community.
“Every year, we have the opportunity to assist organizations that help the people of BrickTownship by using Federal CDBG funds,” said Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis.“It is great to see this money be put to good use and make a positive impact on the lives of so many.”
Every year, the Township receives grant money from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant program which is in turn passed on to local service providers.The Township identifies issues of concern in the community and then provides the Federal funds to the organizations most appropriate to address those issues.
“Each of the organizations that will receive contributions work hard to improve people’s lives,” said Council President Joseph Sangiovanni.“The Council is proud to support their efforts and help them make a difference.”
The 2009 CDBG Recipients are
Community Services Inc./Meals on Wheels$10,000
Through its ‘Meals on Wheels’ program, Community Services Inc. provides nutritious meals to homebound elderly in their own homes.The program also serves meals daily to seniors at the BrickTownshipSeniorCenter on Adamston Road.For more information, please call 732-367-1400 or the BrickSeniorCenter at 732-920-8686.
Dottie’s House$10,420
Dottie’s House provides transitional housing for victims of domestic violence and their children.They may be reached at 732-295-7380.
Providence House$7,500
A division of Catholic Charities, Providence House provides a wide variety of services related to preventing domestic violence and assisting its victims.For many years, the Township has worked with Providence House to fight domestic violence in our community.Providence House may be reached at 732-262-3143 or 732-244-8259.They have an office located in LionsHeadPlaza.
Ocean CountyHunger Relief$7,000
Ocean County Hunger Relief provides emergency food assistance for needy people.They operate 38 food pantries throughout OceanCounty.They may be reached at 732-349-1500.
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey$4,902
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey is a non-profit interfaith organization that provides volunteers to assist frail elderly with simple daily tasks enabling them to live, with dignity, where they are most comfortable – in their own homes. And, … there is never a charge for help provided!Their phone number is 732-505-2273.
VetGroup$4,000
VetGroup operates a local satellite resource office in James Howard VA Clinic for veterans in need of various kinds of assistance with such issues as career counseling, medical assistance and stress management.They may be reached at 609-971-7613.
Interfaith Hospitality Network$3,000
There are times when families face becoming homeless because of personal, financial or medical reasons.Interfaith Homeless Assistance provides a safety net program for BrickTownship residents who face becoming homeless.They may be reached at 732-370-1550.
Big Brothers / Big Sisters of OceanCounty$1,500
Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Ocean County provides community and site-based mentoring services for young people throughout the county.They may be reached 732-905-5349.
Contact of OceanCounty$1,000
Contact of OceanCounty provides a 24-hour hotline and crisis intervention for people in need of help with drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, suicide, depression and other personal issues.They may be reached at 732-240-6100 or 609-693-5834.
Ocean’s Harbor House$1,000
Ocean’s Harbor House provides free short-term shelter and crisis intervention for male and female youth ages 10-17. Any youth who is homeless, has runaway, been thrown away or abused, or is otherwise in need of immediate intervention may find help 24 hours a day at this safe haven. Their Shelter Services 24 Hours/Day Hotline is 732-929-0660 and their OutreachCenter phone number is 732-929-4001.
New Beginnings Christian Fellowship$1,000
New Beginnings Christian Fellowship operates a thrift shop for low-income families at 236 Chambers Bridge Road in Brick.Their phone number is 732-451-0779.
Destiny Development Corporation$1,000
Since August of 2006 Destiny Community Development Corporation has been operating the Community Outreach Food and Clothing Pantry (COFCP). The COFCP is available to provide food and clothing to anyone in need regardless of race, creed, or ethnicity in such a way as to maintain a persons dignity as a respected member of society.The phone number is 732-451-0777
ARC of OceanCounty$1,000
The Arc, Ocean County Chapter advocates for, provides supports and empowers children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families, ensuring they are accepted and valued as citizens of our community. The Arc does this through vocational, recreational, family support, residential, transportation and primary medical care programs.Their phone number is 732-363-3335 ext. 115
“In today’s economy, charitable and non-profit organizations are struggling to find funding,” said Council Vice President Dan Toth.“The support that Mayor Acropolis and the Council are giving is more important than ever and I encourage residents to help these organizations anyway they can.”
The Township’s CDBG efforts are administered by Rehabco/Oross Associates located on Mantoloking Road in Brick.Grantsman Ervin Oross works with the Township to identify community needs, submit the funding applications to HUD, and disburse the funds to the local service providers.“Ervin and Rehabco do an outstanding job every year in administering our CDBG program,” said Mayor Acropolis.“Their efforts have touched the lives of so many.”
Calling all photographers! The Brick Township Department of Parks & Recreation is hosting a contest for amateur photographers and the winning submission will be used on the cover of the 2010/2011 Parks & Recreation Brochure.
“This contest gives residents of all ages the chance to showcase their talents while showing what make BrickTownship so special,” said MayorStephen Acropolis.“I am looking forward to seeing the photos that are submitted.”
Residents are asked to submit nature photographs that showcase the natural beauty of BrickTownship.Digital photograph submissions are preferred and may be e-mailed to contest@twp.brick.nj.us.Print photographs may be mailed to the Brick Township Department of Parks & Recreation, 401 Chambers Bridge Road Brick NJ 08723, Attention: Chris or delivered to the office which is located in Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Road.Each submission, whether digital or print, should be accompanied by the photographer’s name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, age and number of years living in BrickTownship.It should also include a brief description of the location and subject matter of the photo and one or two sentences about the photographer.
The winning photographer must certify that the photo is original and not copyright protected in any way. The photograph will become the property of the Township of Brick and may be used by the Township in the future.
Multiple submissions are permitted.The deadline for all entries is January 29.For more information, call the Brick Recreation office at 732-262-1075.
A Superior Court judge dismissed a lawsuit filed against BrickTownship by Mazza & Sons, TintonFalls.The lawsuit alleged that the township was in violation of public purchasing laws by rejecting their bid for disposal for solid waste.The township argued that the lawsuit was moot because the service provisions in the bid were eliminated in an effort to save taxpayer dollars.
At issue was a township bid last year for removal of Type 13 and Type 13C waste.Type 13 waste is bulk waste such as appliances, furniture, large vehicle parts and the like.Type 13C waste is construction and demolition waste.Last year, in an effort to save taxpayers money, the Township Council passed an ordinance that eliminated all collection of Type 13C waste, which is a voluntary service for municipalities.
The township argued that the elimination of the collection of Type 13C changed the specifications so much that the bid was moot.
“The decision to not collect construction waste was made to save taxpayers money.We had the right – and the obligation to our taxpayers – to do so,” said MayorStephen Acropolis.“While I am pleased that the suit was dismissed, I am disappointed that we had to spend money defending it.”
New traffic patterns went into effect early this morning (Sept. 18) at the intersection of Route 70 and Cedar Bridge Avenue, here.
“We believe the improvements to this area will help ease some of the traffic congestion and provide a safer intersection,” said Freeholder John P. Kelly, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Engineering Department. “OceanCounty has worked closely with BrickTownship to provide this improvement.”
A new traffic signal on the west side of Cedar Bridge Avenue was turned on at 5 a.m., Sept. 18. The signal helps with the flow of traffic around a new jughandle, which is used for motorists heading south on Route 70 or west on Cedar Bridge Avenue.
“BrickTownship is committed to providing the residents and visitors with safe passage throughout the township,” said Brick Township Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis.“With the cooperation of OceanCounty and State agencies, the most congested intersections in town have been vastly improved allowing for safer travel and hopefully reducing accidents.”
With the new traffic pattern, motorists can no longer make a left onto Cedar Bridge Avenue from Route 70 southbound. Motorists traveling west on Cedar Bridge Avenue can no longer make a left onto Route 70 southbound. Instead, motorists will use the newly completed jughandle to access these areas.
“By eliminating these traffic movements traffic can flow easier with the extended time the green lights will now have at the intersection,” said Ocean County Engineer Frank Scarantino.
Brick, NJ – In an effort to make getting around easier, the Township of Brick is replacing missing and illegible street signs and Mayor Stephen C. Acropolis is reaching out to residents for help.
“Our Public Works employees have been told to be on the lookout for missing street signs and ones that are worn and can’t be read easily,” said Mayor Acropolis.“However, we have over 1,750 streets that we are responsible for.Any help residents can give us in this effort are greatly appreciated.”
“As you can see by the recent improvements to the Route 70 corridor, as well as other areas, we are committed to upgrading the roadway infrastructure within our township,” said Council Vice President Dan Toth, who also serves as the Chairman of the Council’s Public Safety Committee.“Street signs, as small as they may be, play an integral role in ensuring that such roadway improvements get fully utilized, affording motorists the most efficient route possible.We are paying attention to every detail in an effort to make your commute hassle-free.”
Residents are being asked to call the Department of Public Works at 732-451-4060 to report missing street signs or signs that cannot be read.
Mayor Acropolis says that missing or illegible street signs are a public safety issue.“Our police and emergency responders rely on street signs to do their jobs,” said Mayor Acropolis.“When every second counts, our responders can’t afford to miss a turn because a street sign is gone.”
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