Mantoloking public meetings in 2025

Mayor and Council

The Mantoloking Borough Council will vote on a special five‑year emergency appropriation of $130,100 to fund the 2026 property revaluation not covered in the 2025 budget. It will also consider budget transfers, shared‑service agreements for traffic enforcement and IT, and authorize the police department to join the federal 1033 program for excess Department of Defense equipment. Public hearings will be held on Ordinance 2025‑13 (building and housing) and Ordinance 2025‑14 (streets and sidewalks). Routine items on the consent agenda and approval of prior meeting minutes are also scheduled.

• Resolution 25‑160: $130,100 emergency appropriation for 2026 property revaluation
• Resolution 25‑161: Transfer of $73,580 among 2025 appropriations across departments
• Resolution 25‑162: Shared services agreement with Ocean County for FY26 Traffic Enforcement Program Grant
• Resolution 25‑163: Authorization for the Mantoloking Police Department to enroll in the 1033 program and acquire excess DOD equipment
• Public hearings on Ordinance 2025‑13 (building and housing) and Ordinance 2025‑14 (streets and sidewalks)

The Mantoloking Borough Council approved, through the consent agenda, a special five‑year emergency appropriation of $130,100 and multiple shared‑service agreements for traffic enforcement, IT services, court services, and a professional appraisal contract. The council also accepted the Municipal Finance Officer’s report. No other substantive motions were recorded.

• Approved Resolution 25-160 – Special Five‑Year Emergency Appropriation of $130,100 (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-161 – Transfer of 2025 Current Year Appropriations #2 (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-162 – Shared Service Agreement with Ocean County for FY26 Traffic Enforcement Grant (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-163 – Police Department participation in the 1033 Defense Logistics Agency program (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-164 – Shared Service Agreement with Freehold Township for IT services (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-165 – Shared Service Agreement with Brick Township for Municipal Court Services (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-166 – Award of contract to professional appraiser for borough property evaluation (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution 25-167 – Acceptance of the Municipal Finance Officer’s report (consent agenda)

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Borough Land Use Board will meet on December 4, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the borough hall. The board will discuss and may vote on recommendations to the mayor and council regarding proposed changes to the Land Use Ordinance. The meeting also includes standard items such as public comments and an executive session.

• Discussion and possible vote on recommendations to the Mayor and Council on proposed changes to the Land Use Ordinance

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. The board also read and then voted to adopt an amended land use ordinance. All motions passed with all members present voting in favor, except one abstention on the minutes approval.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (all present in favor, one abstention)
• Approved reading of the amended land use ordinance (all present in favor)
• Approved the amended land use ordinance (all present in favor)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will discuss the status of community outreach and recycling initiatives. The body will also review seasonal issues related to the gas blower ban ordinance.

• Seasonal issues with Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• 2024 COA Beach Cleanup Report
• Enhanced recycling efforts
• Native garden information circulation
• Formation of sub-committees

Mayor and Council

The Mantoloking Borough Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Ordinance 2025-12, a bond ordinance that appropriates $498,690 for the Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street Improvements Project and authorizes $183,915 in bonds. The agenda also includes Ordinance 2025-13 to amend the Building and Housing code fees and Ordinance 2025-14 to amend the Streets and Sidewalks code. Several resolutions will be voted on, covering shared‑services agreements for DWI enforcement and a drug‑recognition program, a contract award for HRA services, and other finance and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2025-12 – Bond ordinance appropriating $498,690 for Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street improvements; authorizes $183,915 in bonds
• Ordinance 2025-13 – Amendment to Chapter 13 (Building and Housing) fee schedule
• Ordinance 2025-14 – Amendment to Chapter 17 (Streets and Sidewalks)
• Resolution 25-151 – Shared services agreement with Ocean County for Driving While Intoxicated enforcement
• Resolution 25-153 – Contract award to EB Employee Solutions, LLC for HRA services

The Borough Council adopted Ordinance 2025-12, appropriating $498,690 and authorizing $183,915 in bonds for the Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street project. The council also approved Resolutions 25-150, 25-151, 25-152, 25-153, 25-154, 25-155, and 25-157, covering finance officer report acceptance, shared‑services agreements, a contract for HRA services, a part‑time construction assistant, appropriation transfers, and a new bank account. An executive session was authorized at 6:57 p.m. No other agenda items received a vote.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-12 (bond ordinance for Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street improvements)
• Approved Resolution 25-150 authorizing acceptance of the municipal finance officer report
• Approved Resolution 25-151 authorizing a shared services agreement for DWI enforcement
• Approved Resolution 25-152 authorizing a shared services agreement for drug‑recognition calls
• Approved Resolution 25-153 awarding contract to EB Employee Solutions for HRA services
• Approved Resolution 25-154 appointing Maryann Cacopardo as part‑time construction assistant
• Approved Resolution 25-155 transferring 2025 current‑year appropriations #1
• Approved Resolution 25-157 creating an Ocean First Bank account for the employee difference card

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Borough Land Use Board will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at Borough Hall. The board will discuss proposed code amendments and consider an electronic “phone‑in” option for public comments. The agenda also includes routine items such as a public meeting statement, pledge of allegiance, roll call, approval of June 5, 2025 minutes, old business, a closed executive session, and a public comment period.

• Proposed code amendments – discussion
• Electronic “phone in” option for public comments – discussion

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved the regular meeting minutes from June 5, 2025. The board then adjourned the November 5, 2025 meeting. No other actions were decided.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned November 5, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Mantoloking Environmental Commission and Green Team will meet on Oct 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM. They will consider approval of the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss DEP/Planning Board business. The agenda includes a grant of the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re‑Certification/Award luncheon and an update on the Gas Blower Ban Ordinance. Additional topics include reports on a COA sweep, beach litter observations, and plans for sub‑committees and outreach.

• Approve September 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss DEP/Planning Board business (John W.)
• Grant Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re‑Certification/Award luncheon (Mary Ellen/Barbara B.)
• Update on Gas Blower Ban Ordinance (Barbara B.)
• Report on COA sweep and beach litter observations (Mary Ellen)

Mayor and Council

The Borough Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending special event rules and introduce a bond ordinance for road improvements. The meeting also includes a caucus to discuss revised construction fees and a consent agenda for various administrative appointments and contracts.

• Ordinance 2025-12: $498,690 for Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street Improvements Project ($183,915 in bonds/notes)
• Ordinance 2025-11: Amending Chapter 26 'Special Events' regarding permits and fireworks
• Resolution 25-140: Request for proposals for 2026 lifeguarding services
• Resolution 25-146: Contract for HRA services with EB Employee Solutions, LLC
• Resolution 25-144: Appointment of Frank Joseph Lord Jr. as a full-time police officer

The council removed Resolution 25-144 from the consent agenda for a separate vote. It approved Ordinance 2025-12, appropriating $498,690 and authorizing $183,915 in bonds for the Bay Avenue and Old Bridge Street improvements project. Several routine resolutions (25-137 to 25-146) and Resolution 25-147 for bill payments were also approved, and an executive session was authorized.

• Resolution 25-144 removed from consent agenda (approved)
• Swearing in of Officer Frank Joseph Lord Jr.
• Ordinance 2025-11 (Special Events amendment) approved (second reading)
• Ordinance 2025-12 bond ordinance approved, $498,690 appropriated, $183,915 bonds authorized (vote 6)
• Routine resolutions 25-137‑25-146 approved via consent agenda
• Resolution 25-147 authorizing payment of bills approved (vote 6)
• Executive session (Resolution 25-148) authorized unanimously

Environmental Commission

The Mantoloking Environmental Commission and Green Team will review and approve the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. They will discuss a grant application for Sustainable Jersey Bronze re‑certification and provide updates on the gas‑blower ban ordinance. Additional topics include outreach efforts, a possible pollinator garden, and the formation of sub‑committees.

• Approve August 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Grant of Sustainable Jersey Bronze re‑certification application
• Updates on implementation of gas blower ban ordinance
• Possibility of planting pollinator garden
• Formation of sub‑committees

Mayor and Council

The Mantoloking Borough Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a land‑use amendment (Ordinance 2025‑8) and a property‑maintenance amendment (Ordinance 2025‑10). The key agenda item is Ordinance 2025‑9, which proposes salary ranges for dozens of municipal positions. Routine consent‑agenda resolutions authorizing a finance report, an RFP for a Land Use Board attorney, and other administrative actions will also be voted on.

• Ordinance 2025‑8: amendment to Chapter 30 (Land Use Regulations) redefining lot coverage and setback rules
• Ordinance 2025‑9: establishes salary ranges (e.g., Borough Administrator $30,000‑$75,000; Police Salary $26,069‑$250,000; Public Works Laborer $15.50‑$50/hr)
• Ordinance 2025‑10: amendment to Chapter 15 (Property Maintenance) of the borough code
• Resolution 25‑126: authorizes acceptance of the Municipal Finance Officer’s report
• Resolution 25‑127: authorizes issuance of a Request for Proposal for the Land Use Board attorney

The Mantoloking Borough Council adopted the meeting minutes and approved Resolutions 25-126 through 25-135. The approvals include accepting the Municipal Finance Officer’s report, authorizing an RFP for a Land Use Board attorney and health‑insurance broker, continuing membership in the New Jersey Intergovernmental Insurance Fund, selling surplus personal property, entering a cooperative purchase agreement, supporting the fire company’s membership application, sponsoring police academy recruits, and urging the state not to adopt new climate‑related regulations. All items were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution 25-126 authorizing acceptance of the Municipal Finance Officer’s report
• Approved Resolution 25-127 authorizing issuance of an RFP for a Land Use Board attorney and health‑insurance broker for 2026
• Approved Resolution 25-128 authorizing continued membership in the New Jersey Intergovernmental Insurance Fund (2026‑2028)
• Approved Resolution 25-129 authorizing sale of surplus personal property on Municibid online auction site
• Approved Resolution 25-130 authorizing entry into the New Jersey Cooperative Purchase Alliance pricing agreement
• Approved Resolution 25-131 authorizing an application for membership to Mantoloking Fire Company No. 1
• Approved Resolution 25-132 authorizing sponsorship for police academy recruits
• Approved Resolution 25-135 urging the State of New Jersey not to adopt the 2025 climate‑related rule changes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will review the implementation of the gas blower ban ordinance and the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification application. The body will also discuss a grant for the protection of Herring Island and Swan Point.

• Implementation of Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification Application
• Grant for Protection of Herring Island and Swan Point
• Approval status of new member Peter Saulnier
• Proposal for a pollinator garden

The commission approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes. The grant request for protection of Herring Island and Swan Point was not approved. Peter Andruss agreed to captain the Clean Ocean Action beach cleanup on October 18, 2025. A motion to refrain from discussing a resident email was made and seconded, but no vote was taken.

• Approved July 22, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote recorded)
• Grant request for Herring Island and Swan Point not approved (no vote recorded)
• Peter Andruss agreed to captain Clean Ocean Action beach cleanup Oct 18, 2025
• Motion to not discuss resident email was made and seconded; no vote taken

Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council will discuss a new salary ordinance to establish compensation ranges for borough officers and employees. The meeting includes a public hearing on bulkhead permit fees and introductions of ordinances regarding land use and property maintenance.

• Ordinance 2025-7: Sets bulkhead permit fee at $300.00
• Ordinance 2025-9: Establishes salary ranges for borough positions, including Police ($26,069–$250,000) and Borough Clerk ($40,000–$150,000)
• Ordinance 2025-8: Amends land use regulations regarding lot coverage and dock/pier access steps
• Resolution 25-121: Awarding a contract to Suburban Disposal, Inc. for solid waste and recyclable collection
• Resolution 25-118: Authorizing bids for an appraisal firm for revaluation services

The Mantoloking Borough Council approved a two‑year contract with Suburban Disposal for solid waste and recycling collection. Several ordinances—bulkheads, land‑use regulations, salary limits, and property maintenance—were adopted through the consent agenda. The council also voted to refer Chapter 30‑3L of the code to the planning board for review.

• Approved two‑year solid‑waste and recycling contract with Suburban Disposal (Resolution 25‑121)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑7 amending Chapter 23 (Bulkheads) (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑8 amending Chapter 30 (Land Use Regulations) (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑9 setting salary limits for borough officers (consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑10 amending Chapter 15 (Property Maintenance) (consent agenda)
• Motion to refer Chapter 30‑3L to the planning board for review was approved (no vote tally recorded)
• Authorized acceptance of the municipal finance officer’s report (Resolution 25‑117)
• Authorized the award of a solid‑waste contract to Suburban Disposal (Resolution 25‑121)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will review the implementation of the gas blower ban ordinance and the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification application. The body will also discuss a grant for the protection of Herring Island and Swan Point.

• Implementation of Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification Application
• Grant for Protection of Herring Island and Swan Point
• Appointment of decisionmaker for Mantoloking Tree Removal Code
• Proposed pollinator garden planting

The commission approved the May 27 and June 24, 2025 meeting minutes. The Borough Council approved changes to the gas leaf blower ban, moving the end date to the day after Labor Day and permitting two gas blowers during the allowed period. The commission agreed to have a sign printed for future table events. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and carried.

• Approved May 27 and June 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Council approved gas leaf blower ban tweaks: end date moved to day after Labor Day and two gas blowers allowed
• Agreed to print a sign for MEC/Green Team table events
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (motion by John W., second by John M.)

Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to restrict gas-powered leaf blower use. The body is also considering updates to bulkhead permits and land use regulations.

• Ordinance 2025-6: Restricts gas-powered leaf blowers to use between the Tuesday after Labor Day and June 14
• Ordinance 2025-7: Sets the fee for a bulkhead permit at $300.00
• Ordinance 2025-8: Amends lot coverage definitions and residential dock/pier step and ramp setbacks
• Resolution 25-111: Approval to apply for a NJDOT grant for improvements to Herbert, Albertson, and Arnold Streets
• Resolution 25-112: Appointment of James Robinson as Certified Tax Assessor

The Borough Council approved a resolution to submit a grant application and execute a contract with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for improvements on Herbert, Albertson, and Arnold Streets. It also approved the acceptance of the Municipal Finance Officer’s report, appointed James Robinson as Certified Tax Assessor, and appointed Robyn Iacurci as a part‑time administrative assistant in the Construction Department. A resolution authorizing payment of bills was approved, while Ordinance 2025‑8 amending land‑use regulations was tabled. No action was taken on the special events/fireworks ordinance and the artificial‑turf ordinance was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 25-111 to submit grant application and execute DOT contract (approval, vote not specified)
• Approved Resolution 25-110 to accept Municipal Finance Officer report (approval, vote not specified)
• Approved Resolution 25-112 appointing James Robinson as Certified Tax Assessor (approval, vote not specified)
• Approved Resolution 25-113 appointing Robyn Iacurci as Part‑Time Administrative Assistant (approval, vote not specified)
• Approved Resolution 25-114 authorizing payment of bills (approval, vote not specified)
• Tabled Ordinance 2025-8 amending Chapter 30 Land Use Regulations (tabled, vote not specified)
• No action taken on Special Events/Fireworks Ordinance (no action)
• Artificial‑turf ordinance deferred; revised ordinance to be presented at next meeting (pending)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will discuss the implementation of the gas blower ban ordinance. The body will also provide updates on the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification application.

• Implementation of Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification Application
• Enhanced recycling efforts
• Patty Brand Garden upkeep
• Proposed pollinator garden planting

Mayor and Council

The Borough Council is introducing an ordinance to limit the use of gas-powered leaf blowers to the period between the Tuesday after Labor Day and June 14th. The body is also voting on several construction change orders and administrative appointments.

• Ordinance 2025-6: Prohibits gas-powered leaf blowers from June 15 through Labor Day
• Resolution 25-95: Final payment to Sky General Construction for fire house roof at 202 Downer Avenue, adjusted to $85,520.00
• Resolution 25-96: Change order for Fiore Paving Company for road improvements on Barnegat Lane, Lagoon Lane, and East Avenue, increasing price by $7,332.50 to $487,315.30
• Resolution 25-103: Shared Service Agreement with Township of Lacey for Tax Assessor services
• Resolution 25-97: Membership application for Zachary Anderson to Mantoloking Fire Company No. 1

The council adopted Ordinance 2025‑6, amending Chapter 8 to restrict the use of gas‑powered leaf blowers, with a 6‑0 vote after the mayor’s tie‑breaker. The ordinance limits operation to the period from the Tuesday after Labor Day through June 14 and caps use to two blowers per property. The governing body also approved a series of consent‑agenda resolutions, including acceptance of the municipal finance officer’s report (Res 25‑94) and authorizations for payments to Sky General Construction (Res 25‑95) and Fiori Paving (Res 25‑96). Additional approvals covered fire company membership (Res 25‑97), participation in the PEPPM cooperative pricing agreement (Res 25‑100), reissuing uncashed payroll checks (Res 25‑101), and revenue and appropriation items (Res 25‑102).

• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑6 restricting gas‑powered leaf blower use (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑94 accepting municipal finance officer’s report (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑95 final payment to Sky General Construction (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑96 partial payment to Fiori Paving (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑97 application for Mantoloking Fire Company membership (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑100 participation in PEPPM cooperative pricing agreement (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑101 reissuing of uncashed payroll checks (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑102 items of revenue and appropriation (6‑0)

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Borough Land Use Board will meet to consider a resolution for a minor subdivision application. The board will also receive a report from a sub-committee regarding recommendations from planner Mike Fowler.

• Resolution 2025-08: Minor Subdivision application 2025-003 for 908 Barnegat Lane (Block 15, Lot 5 & 6)

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the amended Erez & Tracy Elisha application (2024-004) for 919 Barnegat Lane. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Erez & Tracy Elisha application 2024-004, 919 Barnegat Lane (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission and Green Team will discuss the implementation of the gas blower ban ordinance. The body will also report on the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification application and review community outreach efforts.

• Implementation updates for Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification Application filing
• Planning of MEC/Green Team table at July 4th Parade
• Proposal for planting a pollinator garden
• Updates on Patty Brand Garden upkeep

The commission approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It adopted modifications to the Gas Leaf Blower Ban Ordinance, to take effect in July 2025, including new effective dates and allowing two blowers in the off‑season. The team decided to set up a MEC/Green Team table at the MYC July 4th Parade, to be staffed by Rory, John W., and Jan. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous approval)
• Adopted modifications to Gas Leaf Blower Ban Ordinance, effective July 2025
• Planned MEC/Green Team table at MYC July 4th Parade, staffed by Rory, John W., and Jan
• Mary Ellen Scalera will discuss enhanced recycling efforts with Scott at DPW

Mayor and Council

The Borough Council will hold public hearings and a second reading for ordinances regarding local speed limits and the purchase of a police vehicle. The meeting also includes a caucus to discuss bulkhead stair access and landscaper feedback.

• Ordinance 2025-5: Appropriating $75,000 for a Police Department sport utility vehicle, with $71,000 in bonds
• Ordinance 2025-4: Amending speed limits for borough streets, including a 20 mph limit on Barnegat Lane
• Discussion on bulkhead stair access
• Discussion on Landscaper Open House feedback
• Resolution 25-90: Appointment of seasonal part-time personnel

The May 20, 2025 Mantoloking Borough Council meeting consisted mainly of discussion items and procedural motions. No substantive ordinances, resolutions, or budget items were voted on with recorded outcomes. The caucus was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned caucus (motion passed unanimously)

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Borough Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to review a minor subdivision application for a lot line adjustment at 908 Barnegat Lane. The proposal would reconfigure the common property line between existing Lots 5 and 6 in Block 15, creating two new lots designated 5.01 and 6.01. No resolutions are scheduled for adoption. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Minor subdivision application 2025-003 for lot line adjustment at 908 Barnegat Lane (Block 15, Lots 5 & 6) creating two new lots

The board approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It then unanimously approved the variance application for a lot line adjustment at 908 Barnegat Lane, creating new lots 5.01 and 6.01. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to do so was approved.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (motion by Jane White, seconded Paul Low; one abstention)
• Approved variance for 908 Barnegat Lane lot adjustment (motion by Robert Parker, seconded Susan Tawgin; unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Paul Low, seconded Garret Vreeland; all in favor)

Environmental Commission

The Mantoloking Environmental Commission and Green Team will meet on April 22, 2025, to approve prior minutes, discuss the Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification process, and review issues with the Gas Blower Ban Ordinance. They will also consider changing the regular meeting schedule and receive reports on beach cleanups, recycling efforts, and community outreach.

• Update on Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification process
• Discussion of issues with Gas Blower Ban Ordinance
• Proposed change to regular monthly meeting schedule
• Reports on Barnegat Bay Blitz and COA Beach Cleanup
• Status of enhanced recycling and newsletter/outreach efforts

The Environmental Commission voted to approve the February 25 2025 meeting minutes; all members approved except John Mooney, who abstained. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. The next MEC/Green Team meeting is scheduled for May 27 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (John Mooney abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous agreement)

Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption and amendment of the 2025 Municipal Budget. The body is also considering a bond ordinance for a new police SUV and updates to traffic speed limit codes.

• Adoption and amendment of the 2025 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance 2025-5: $75,000 for a Police Department sport utility vehicle ($71,000 via bonds)
• Resolution 25-79: $25,500 contract with Mott MacDonald for Barnegat Lane, Lagoon Lane, and East Avenue improvements
• Ordinance 2025-4: Amendments to Chapter 7 'Traffic' regarding speed limits
• Resolution 25-82: $243,500 in temporary emergency budget appropriations

The council approved the 2025 municipal budget (Resolution 25‑85). It also approved a $75,000 bond ordinance to purchase a sport utility vehicle for the police department (Ordinance 2025‑5). An ordinance amending the traffic code to lower speed limits was approved (Ordinance 2025‑4). Several routine items on the consent agenda, including a construction‑management contract and temporary emergency appropriations, were approved.

• Adopted 2025 municipal budget (Resolution 25‑85) – approved; vote tally not clearly recorded
• Approved $75,000 bond for police SUV (Ordinance 2025‑5) – approved; vote tally not clearly recorded
• Amended traffic code to lower speed limits (Ordinance 2025‑4) – approved; vote tally not clearly recorded
• Authorized construction‑management contract for Barnegat Lane, Lagoon Lane, East Avenue (Resolution 25‑79) – approved via consent agenda
• Adopted temporary emergency appropriations #3 (Resolution 25‑82) – approved via consent agenda
• Authorized appointment of seasonal part‑time personnel (Resolutions 25‑80, 25‑81) – approved via consent agenda
• Authorized appointment of building inspector Ronald J. Piszar (Resolution 25‑88) – approved via consent agenda
• Authorized payment of bills (Resolution 25‑87) – approved via consent agenda

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Land Use Board will hold a regular meeting to consider two resolutions for property applications and administer the oath of office for a new board member. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hold public comment.

• Resolution 2025-06 (Amended) for Erez & Tracy Elisha application at 919 Barnegat Lane, Block 14, Lot 8.01
• Resolution 2025-07 for Greg Sawers application at 1090 Barnegat Lane, Block 22, Lot 36
• Oath of office for new Class IV member Diana Sajer (term through 2028)
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from March 6, 2025
• Public comment period

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the Erez & Tracy Elisha application (919 Barnegat Lane) and the Greg Sawers application (1090 Barnegat Lane). Diana Sajer was elected as a Class IV officer. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Erez & Tracy Elisha application 2024‑004 at 919 Barnegat Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Greg Sawers application 2025‑002 at 1090 Barnegat Lane (unanimous)
• Elected Diana Sajer as Class IV officer (term 3/18/25 – 12/31/28)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Mantoloking Environmental Commission and Green Team will meet to review regular business and DEP/Planning Board updates. The body will discuss gas leaf blowers and the 2025 Sustainable Jersey certification process.

• Update regarding gas leaf blowers
• Sustainable Jersey 2025 certification process
• DEP/Planning Board business
• Approval of February 25, 2025 minutes

The commission approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It scheduled the COA Beach Cleanup for April 12, 2025 with pre‑registration and the Bay Blitz for April 19, 2025 without pre‑registration. Members planned to update the Sustainable NJ 2025 Bronze Re‑Certification spreadsheet and submit the application by May 16, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 p.m.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled COA Beach Cleanup for April 12, 2025; pre‑registration required
• Scheduled Bay Blitz for April 19, 2025; no pre‑registration required
• Planned update and recirculation of Sustainable NJ Bronze Re‑Certification spreadsheet
• Committed to submit Sustainable NJ application by May 16, 2025
• Mary Ellen Scalera to contact Mayor about resident appointment to MEC
• Mary Ellen Scalera to reach out to members about changing meeting start time
• Motion to adjourn approved (all present)

Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council will hold a caucus to discuss bulkheads, then a regular meeting to introduce Ordinance 2025-3 allowing a 3.50% budget increase ($196,325.43 cap bank) and consider several resolutions, including $668,102 in temporary emergency appropriations for departments like police, road repairs, and beach access. Also on the agenda are approval of minutes, a consent agenda, and a separate vote on the 2025 municipal budget introduction.

• Discussion of bulkheads (caucus item)
• Ordinance 2025-3: exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (3.5% increase, $196,325.43)
• Resolution 25-69: temporary emergency appropriations #2 totaling $668,102 for police, road repairs, beach access, and other departments
• Resolution 25-71: amending administrative salaries for 2025, adjusting Public Works Laborer Patrick Donald's salary to $59,544.62 (increase of $3,000)
• Resolution 25-72: appointing Diana Sajer to Joint Planning and Zoning Board (term 2025-2028)

The Mantoloking Borough Council introduced the 2025 municipal budget of $7,063,954, with $4,982,895 to be raised by local taxes, a $180,878 increase from 2024. The proposed local tax rate is 31.8 cents per $100 of assessed value, a 3.4% increase. The council also introduced Ordinance 2025-3 to exceed the state's 2.5% budget cap by up to 3.5%, and approved a consent agenda including temporary emergency appropriations and several appointments.

• Introduced 2025 municipal budget of $7,063,954 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-3 to exceed budget cap by 3.5% ($196,325.43)
• Approved consent agenda including temporary emergency appropriations #2 of $668,102
• Approved $50,000 donation from Christopher Volpe (3-1)
• Approved appointment of Diana Sajer to Joint Planning and Zoning Board
• Approved Alex Hubner's membership application to Mantoloking Fire Company No. 1
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,033,819.62
• Approved support for 20th Annual Bay Head 5K Memory Run

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Joint Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to review several development applications. They will consider a resolution for Thomas & Cheryl Duch at 988 Ocean Avenue and discuss old business regarding an agreement between neighbors for a property at 919 Barnegat Lane. New business includes a proposed addition with porch at 1090 Barnegat Lane.

• Resolution 2025-05 for Thomas & Cheryl Duch at 988 Ocean Avenue
• Old business: Board review of Erez & Tracy Elisha application (2024-004) at 919 Barnegat Lane
• New business: Board review of Greg Sawers application (2025-002) for addition with porch at 1090 Barnegat Lane
• Proposed removal of elevated decking and hot tub at 1090 Barnegat Lane

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Greg Sawers at 1090 Barnegat Lane to add a porch and remove decking and a hot tub, with the board engineer noting coverage numbers need confirmation. The board also approved minutes from February 6, 2025, and approved an agreement for the Elisha application at 919 Barnegat Lane, with one abstention.

• Approved minutes of February 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Duch application 2025-001 at 988 Ocean Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Sawers variance 2025-002 at 1090 Barnegat Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Elisha application 2024-004 at 919 Barnegat Lane (6-0-1, White abstained)

Environmental Commission

The Mantoloking Environmental Commission and Green Team will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January and discuss updates on DEP/Planning Board business, gas leaf blowers, and the Sustainable Jersey 2025 certification process. Members will also report on recent environmental events and consider new topics. No binding votes or financial actions are scheduled.

• Update on gas leaf blowers (Barbara B)
• Sustainable Jersey 2025 certification process (Jan O)
• DEP/Planning Board business update (John W.)
• MEC representation at environmental events
• Approval of January 28, 2025 minutes

The Environmental Commission noted that the gas leaf blower ordinance passed on the previous Tuesday, with a full ban effective June 15 through September 15 for contractors and residents. The commission approved the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes and discussed Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification deadlines and assignments. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or planning.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (all present)
• Noted passage of gas leaf blower ordinance; full ban June 15-Sept 15
• Scheduled COA Beach Cleanups for April 12 and October 18, 2025
• Assigned Mary Ellen Scalera to research grants, recycling events, social media, and newsletter initiatives
• Discussed Sustainable Jersey Bronze Re-Certification; deadlines May 16, July 31, late September

Mayor and Council

The Mantoloking Mayor and Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one restricting gas-powered leaf blowers in the borough and another amending sewer connection fees and user rates. The consent agenda includes resolutions authorizing appointments, employment agreements, a solid waste collection bid, and lifeguarding services, among other routine items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-1 to restrict gas-powered leaf blowers (September 15 to June 15, one per property, landscaper registration required)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-2 amending Chapter 20 (Sewers) to set connection fee at $100 and annual rates including $366.25 per unit plus $17.94 per fixture over four
• Resolution 25-53 appointing Alex Hubner as Public Works Laborer
• Resolution 25-60 authorizing receipt of bids for solid waste and recyclable materials collection
• Resolution 25-61 authorizing lifeguarding services agreement with North Island Management

The Mantoloking Borough Council passed two ordinances on final reading: Ordinance 2025-1 restricts gas-powered leaf blowers to September 15 through June 15, with a $2,000 fine for repeat offenses, and Ordinance 2025-2 updates sewer connection fees and annual rates. The council also approved a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including appointments, employment agreements, and a $190,000 lifeguarding contract with North Island Management.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-1 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-2 amending sewer fees and rates (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 15 resolutions (6-0)
• Authorized $190,000 lifeguarding contract with North Island Management
• Appointed Alex Hubner as Public Works Laborer at $53,000/year
• Approved employment agreements for Administrator Brett Radi and DPW Supervisor Scott Hulse
• Authorized $565,500 in temporary emergency appropriations
• Approved payment of bills totaling $476,600.44

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Land Use Board will consider two residential development applications: a variance request from Thomas & Cheryl Duch to raze and rebuild a single-family home at 988 Ocean Avenue, and an addition proposal from Greg Sawers at 1090 Barnegat Lane. The board will also appoint a board attorney, engineer, and secretary, and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Application 2025-001: Duch – raze existing dwelling, construct new single-family home with pool and front yard setback variance at 988 Ocean Avenue (Block 13, Lot 14)
• Application 2025-002: Sawers – porch addition and deck removal at 1090 Barnegat Lane (Block 22, Lot 36)
• Resolution 2025-01: Setting meeting schedule for 2025
• Resolutions 2025-02, -03, -04: Appointing Joseph Coronato as Board Attorney, Larry Plevier as Engineer, Vanessa Faljean as Secretary
• Approval of January 9, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment approved a front yard setback variance for Thomas and Cheryl Duch to raze an existing dwelling and construct a new single-family home at 988 Ocean Avenue. The amended application eliminated three prior variances, leaving only the setback variance due to the nonconforming lot size. The motion was unanimous. The application of Greg Sawers (2025-002) was carried to the March 6, 2025 meeting.

• Approved front yard setback variance for Duch application 2025-001 (unanimous)
• Carried Greg Sawers application 2025-002 to March 6, 2025 meeting
• Approved minutes of January 9, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Memorialized resolutions 2025-01 through 2025-04 (unanimous)

Mayor and Council

The Borough Council is introducing ordinances to restrict the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and update sewer connection fees and user rates. The body is also considering several shared service agreements and contract awards.

• Ordinance 2025-1: Restricts gas-powered leaf blowers to use between Sept 15 and June 15, with fines up to $2,000 for second offenses
• Ordinance 2025-2: Sets sewer connection fee at $100 and minimum annual charge at $366.25
• Shared service agreements with Township of Brick for code enforcement/zoning and Ocean County for police services
• Contract award to Mitchell Humphrey & Co. for software license and maintenance
• Change Order No. 1 for Bay Avenue and Arnold Street improvements to Earle Asphalt Company

The Mantoloking Borough Council introduced two ordinances on first reading: one restricting gas-powered leaf blowers (Ordinance 2025-1) and one amending sewer connection fees and user rates (Ordinance 2025-2). Both will be considered for final adoption at the February 18, 2025 meeting. The council also approved a consent agenda including a shared services agreement with Brick Township for code enforcement and a $48,882.81 change order for Bay Avenue and Arnold Street improvements.

• Introduced Ordinance 2025-1 restricting gas-powered leaf blowers (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 2025-2 amending sewer connection fees and user rates (first reading)
• Approved shared services agreement with Brick Township for code enforcement at $52.86/hr (consent agenda)
• Approved $48,882.81 change order for Bay Avenue and Arnold Street improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved $2,480 contract with Mitchell Humphrey & Co. for software maintenance (consent agenda)
• Authorized up to $6,000,000 in Treasury Bill purchases (consent agenda)
• Approved $309,731.66 in bills for payment
• Approved minutes from December 17, 2024 and January 7, 2025 meetings

Joint Planning and Zoning Board

The Mantoloking Borough Land Use Board will meet to conduct its annual organization. The session includes swearing in board members and electing officers.

• Oath of office for Jane White, Brett Radi, Bradford Batcha, Robert McIntyre, Jr., and John Wesson
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Appointment of Attorney Joseph Coronato and Engineer Larry Plevier
• Selection of official newspapers: Asbury Park Press and Ocean Star

The Joint Land Use/Board of Adjustment held a reorganization meeting, swearing in five members and electing officers. The board appointed professionals, approved meeting dates, and designated official newspapers. No substantive land-use decisions were made.

• Swore in members: Jane White (Class I), Brett Radi (Class II), Bradford Batcha (Class III), Robert McIntyre Jr. (Class IV), John Wesson (Class IV)
• Elected Beth Nelson as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected John Wesson as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Appointed Vanessa Faljean as Board Secretary (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Coronato as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Larry Plevier as Board Engineer (unanimous)
• Appointed Mike Fowler as Professional Planner (unanimous)
• Approved meeting dates and designated Ocean Star and Asbury Park Press as official newspapers (unanimous)

Mayor and Council

The Mayor and Council are meeting to swear in officials and appoint the 2025 Council President and committee chairs. The body is also approving a series of professional service contracts and administrative designations for the 2025 calendar year.

• Appointment of Jean L. Cipriani as Borough Attorney at $6,000 per month plus $150 per hour
• Appointment of William Burns as Conflict Municipal Attorney at $175 per hour
• Appointment of Larry Plevier (Mott MacDonald) as Borough Engineer
• Confirmation of Land Use Board and Environmental Commission appointments
• Establishment of the 2025 temporary budget and official holiday schedule

The Mantoloking Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in three council members and electing Anthony Amarante as Council President for 2025. The council approved a consent agenda of 34 resolutions covering appointments of professionals, committee assignments, and administrative matters. A temporary budget of $1,668,405.00 was set for 2025.

• Elected Anthony Amarante as 2025 Council President (unanimous)
• Approved 34-item consent agenda including professional appointments and administrative resolutions
• Set temporary 2025 budget at $1,668,405.00
• Appointed Jean Cipriani as Borough Attorney at $150/hr, $6,000/month flat rate
• Appointed Robert Oliwa as Borough Auditor for $25,900
• Appointed Mott MacDonald as Borough Engineers at $270/hr
• Appointed Bonnie Peterson as Municipal Prosecutor at $8,400/year
• Designated The Ocean Star as official newspaper