Freehold, NJ

Planning Board

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a closed voucher meeting on September 9, 2026. The only agenda item is the approval of vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account. This is a routine administrative item with no public discussion or decisions on programs or projects.

• Approval of vouchers for Recreation Trust Account

Lake Topanemus Commission

Parks & Recreation

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with several ordinances and resolutions up for action. Key items include a rent control ordinance amendment, adoption of a second amendment to the Nestle Plant Site Redevelopment Plan, and a consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Hunger Action Month and an executive session on legal matters.

• Ordinance O-26-22 amending rent control automatic increase provisions to comply with state law
• Ordinance O-26-27 adopting second amendment to Nestle Plant Site Redevelopment Plan (up to 354 units, 22% affordable)
• Resolution R-26-185 awarding contract to VaxCare for vaccine management and dispensing
• Resolution R-26-188 developer's agreement with K. Hovnanian for Estates at Brock Farms (267 Monmouth Road)
• Resolution R-26-189 emergency contract for repair of Well No. 14

Township Committee

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on August 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The main item is a discussion of a report by Heyer, Gruel & Associates that investigates whether the property at 3670 US Route 9 (Block 70.05, Lot 10) qualifies as an 'area in need of redevelopment' under state law. The board may take formal action, but no resolutions or applications are listed. The report is part of a preliminary investigation requested by the Township Committee, which could lead to a redevelopment designation and potentially the use of eminent domain.

• Discussion of Area in Need of Redevelopment report for 3670 US Route 9 (Block 70.05, Lot 10)
• Report prepared by Heyer, Gruel & Associates, dated July 9, 2026
• Property is a former Bank of America site, approximately 7 acres, with a 21,223 sq ft office building and 6,164 sq ft bank space
• Township Committee Resolution R-26-89 authorized the investigation; Planning Board resolution adopted May 7, 2026
• No resolutions or applications on the agenda

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on August 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The main item is a discussion of a report by Heyer, Gruel & Associates on whether the property at 3670 US Route 9 (Block 70.05, Lot 10) qualifies as an 'area in need of redevelopment.' The board will also hear recommendations from the Technical Review Committee and conduct old/new business. No formal applications or resolutions are listed.

• Discussion of Area in Need of Redevelopment report for Bank of America site, Block 70.05, Lot 10, 3670 US Route 9
• Report prepared by Heyer, Gruel & Associates, dated July 9, 2026
• Property is a 7-acre site with a 1968 masonry building (approx. 21,223 sq ft office, 6,164 sq ft bank) and drive-through
• Potential redevelopment designation could allow condemnation (eminent domain) as an option
• Recommendations from the Technical Review Committee

Planning Board

Lake Topanemus Commission

Parks & Recreation

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Formal action may be taken. The agenda includes review of three applications: an amended site plan for a senior living facility, a subdivision for single-family homes, and a cemetery development. These are the main items for discussion and possible action.

• Brightview Senior Living: 3-story, 175-unit senior facility at 3390 Route 9, seeking variances for fence height, sign count, and sign setback
• A2 Solutions/Wemrock Hills: 10-lot subdivision at Route 33 & Wemrock Rd, with 9 single-family homes and 1 stormwater basin, seeking bulk variances
• Ely Harmony Road Cemetery: proposed cemetery with ~25,949 plots, 576 sf maintenance garage, 227 parking spaces at 119 & 165 Ely Harmony Road

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission reviewed three development applications at its August 10, 2026 meeting. It had no comments on the Brightview Senior Living site plan, but raised concerns about the Wemrock Hills subdivision and the Ely Harmony Road Cemetery, requesting additional studies and plans. No final approvals or denials were made.

• Reviewed Brightview Senior Living site plan (SP# 849-1-26) — no comments, requested off-site drainage plan
• Reviewed Wemrock Hills subdivision (SD# 880-1-22) — requested per-lot septic tests, stormwater confirmation, new Phase 1 report, HOA clarification
• Reviewed Ely Harmony Road Cemetery (SP# 927-25) — requested deed confirmation, soil management plan, updated grading plan

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026, has been cancelled. All items noticed for that meeting will be carried over to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Regular meeting of August 6, 2026 cancelled
• All noticed items carried to next meeting
• Next meeting: August 20, 2026, 7:00 p.m., Municipal Building, One Municipal Plaza

Township Committee

The Township Committee is reviewing several ordinances, including a major bond for general improvements and a separate bond for water and sewer projects. The body is also considering changes to rent control automatic increase provisions to comply with state law.

• O-26-23: Bond Ordinance appropriating $6,229,072 for improvements including Gravel Hill Road and Lancaster Road
• O-26-24: Bond Ordinance appropriating $966,000 for water and sewer capital improvements
• O-26-22: Ordinance amending rent control automatic increase provisions
• O-26-25: Ordinance authorizing right of way dedication for Block 83, Lot 9
• R-26-179: Contract for Police Department metal lockers

Parks & Recreation

The commission will review updates on several park projects and recent community events. Discussions include renovations at Michael J. Tighe Park and the Sami Center playground. The body will also review the summer camp and senior center.

• MJT Basketball Court Renovations
• Sami Center Playground
• Durand Respite Area
• First Look Park Navigation Update
• Freehold Township Day Recap

Historic Preservation

The Freehold Township Historic Preservation Commission meets to review old business, including updates on the West Freehold Schoolhouse restoration and a bid for porch replacement, and discusses new business such as design ideas for a monument electronic sign at Oakley.

• Bid for porch replacement at West Freehold Schoolhouse
• Design ideas for monument electronic sign at Oakley
• Update on window reinstallation at West Freehold Schoolhouse
• Possible grand reopening of West Freehold Schoolhouse in March 2027
• Historic signage update

The Township Committee declined to purchase the landmarked Parker, Clayton, Borga Farm for $800,000 due to poor property maintenance. The commission also reviewed updates on the West Freehold Schoolhouse reconstruction and Heritage Trail signage.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Refused $800,000 purchase offer for Parker, Clayton, Borga Farm
• Rejected proposal for electronic signage

Historic Preservation

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing updates on the West Freehold Schoolhouse, including window re-installation and a bid for porch replacement. Members are also discussing historic signage and design ideas for an electronic monument sign at Oakley.

• Bid for porch replacement at West Freehold Schoolhouse
• Update on window re-installation at West Freehold Schoolhouse
• Design ideas for electronic monument sign at Oakley
• Update on historic signage
• Potential grand reopening of West Freehold Schoolhouse in March 2027

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will consider a variance application (VAR# 019-24) for 100 Commerce Drive by New Roc NJ Holdings, LLC. It will also consider an appeal to the Zoning Officer determination (PLNG# 01-26) for 3 Iroquois Drive by Barry Rozen. A public hearing and resolution will be held to amend the township's Stormwater Management Plan element.

• Variance Application VAR# 019-24 – 100 Commerce Drive, New Roc NJ Holdings, LLC
• Appeal to Zoning Officer Determination PLNG# 01-26 – 3 Iroquois Drive, Barry Rozen
• Public hearing and resolution to amend the Stormwater Management Plan element

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission meeting will review the lake restoration plan and outline work projects for 2026. It will also include the Treasurer’s Report on bill payments, Commissioner and Volunteer reports, and public comments.

• Lake Restoration
• Work Projects 2026
• Treasurer’s Report / Payment of Bills
• Commissioner’s Reports
• Volunteers Reports

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a rent‑control amendment, a $6,229,072 bond ordinance for general capital projects, and a $966,000 bond for water and sewer upgrades. It will also act on a right‑of‑way dedication to Monmouth County and a sale of a parcel to a qualified low‑ or moderate‑income household. Additional items include permits for community events and a series of consent‑agenda resolutions covering budget modifications, insurance bylaws, shared IT services, uniform contracts, and other service agreements.

• O‑26‑22 – Ordinance amending rent‑control automatic increase provisions
• O‑26‑23 – Bond ordinance authorizing $6,229,072 for capital improvements (including $202,867 grant for Gravel Hill Road)
• O‑26‑24 – Bond ordinance authorizing $966,000 for water and sewer capital improvements
• O‑26‑25 – Ordinance authorizing right‑of‑way dedication to Monmouth County for Block 83, Lot 9
• R‑26‑172 – Resolution authorizing sale of Block 86.182, Lot 54.05 to a qualified low or moderate income household

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The commission will review an amended preliminary and final major site plan (SP# 654-1-25) and a “D” variance application (VAR# 005-25) submitted by 75 Bannard Realty Corp. for the Throckmorton Vehicle Storage project, which seeks to consolidate two lots and expand parking to 453 spaces in the Commercial (B‑2) and Light Industrial zones. The commission may take formal action on the site‑plan approval and variance relief requests.

• Review of amended preliminary & final major site plan (SP# 654-1-25) for Throckmorton Vehicle Storage.
• Consideration of “D” variance (VAR# 005-25) to consolidate Lots 24.01 & 25 (257‑259 Throckmorton St.) and expand parking to 453 spaces.
• Variance relief sought for expansion of nonconforming vehicle storage use, deficient building size, and deficient lot frontage.

The Commission reviewed the applicant's response to previous comments regarding the Throckmorton Vehicle Storage project. The Commission maintained its requirement for curbing along Throckmorton Street and requested curb stops along the northern parking area.

• Requested curb stops along the northern section of the parking area to protect the fence
• Denied the applicant's request for a waiver regarding curbing installation along Throckmorton Street

Parks & Recreation

The Commission met in a closed session to review financial vouchers. The body voted to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (6-0)

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission will review several ongoing park projects, including the Durand Respite Area, My Playground, Tennis Pavilion, MJT Basketball Court renovations, and the Sami Center Playground. New business includes discussion of a summer camp police officer, senior center matters, a navigation update and naming contest for First Look Park, the Red White and Brew 5K event, Freehold Township Day, and the Monmouth County Youth Work Program payroll policy. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are slated for discussion.

• Durand Respite Area (old business)
• MJT Basketball Court Renovations (old business)
• Summer Camp – discussion on police officer (new business)
• First Look Park navigation update & naming contest (new business)
• Red White and Brew 5K Event (new business)

The Commission approved the payroll policy for the Monmouth County Summer Youth Workforce Experience Program. Members also reviewed the status of several park infrastructure projects and summer camp registration.

• Approved 2026 Monmouth County Youth Work Program payroll policy (6-0)
• Approved vouchers (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/27/2026 and 6/10/2026 (6-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will adopt Ordinance O‑26‑21, which approves the Jackson Mills Road Redevelopment Plan for Block 83, Lots 5 and 6, creating a new Jackson Mills Road Redevelopment Zone. The committee will also consider several resolutions, including releasing performance guarantees for A&A Truck Parts, Inc., denying guarantees for Regent Oaks subdivision, and authorizing a shared‑services police communication agreement with Monmouth County. Additional resolutions will amend the 2026 budget to reflect the National Opioid Settlement and an Alcohol Education grant, and authorize the Tax Collector to mail estimated tax bills.

• Ordinance O‑26‑21 adopting the Jackson Mills Road Redevelopment Plan for Block 83, Lots 5‑6 (Jackson Mills Road Redevelopment Zone)
• Resolution R‑26‑155 authorizing release of performance guarantees for A&A Truck Parts, Inc., Site Plan 895‑17, Block 103, Lot 11 (Bond $14,598; Cash deposit $1,622)
• Resolution R‑26‑161 denying release of performance guarantees for Regent Oaks at Freehold, Subdivision 890‑13, Site Plan 854‑14, Block 71, Lot 8 (Bond $439,250; Cash deposit $48,810)
• Resolution R‑26‑156 authorizing execution of a shared‑services agreement with Monmouth County for police communication services
• Resolutions R‑26‑158 and R‑26‑159 amending the 2026 budget to add items for the National Opioid Settlement and the Alcohol Education, Rehabilitation and Enforcement Fund Grant

The Committee unanimously adopted Ordinance O‑26‑221 for the Block 83 redevelopment plan and approved a $11,075,321.06 Consolidated Bills List. All items on the consent agenda, including performance‑guarantee releases, a shared services police agreement, and budget amendments for opioid and alcohol‑education funds, were also approved. The only denial was the release of performance guarantees for the Regent Oaks development.

• Adopted Ordinance O‑26‑221 (redevelopment plan for Block 83, Lots 5‑6) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑26‑154 Consolidated Bills List $11,075,321.06 (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda resolutions R‑26‑155 through R‑26‑161 (unanimous)
• Denied release of performance guarantees for Regent Oaks (R‑26‑161) (unanimous)
• Authorized release of performance guarantees for A&A Truck Parts (R‑26‑155) (unanimous)
• Authorized shared services agreement with Monmouth County for police communication (R‑26‑156) (unanimous)
• Authorized tax collector to prepare and mail estimated tax bills (R‑26‑157) (unanimous)
• Amended 2026 budget to add opioid settlement fund (R‑26‑158) (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review variance applications for a residential garage and a warehouse addition. The board will also consider a redevelopment plan for properties on Jackson Mills Road and an appeal regarding a batting cage.

• Proposed 42,655 sf building addition to a warehouse at 100 Commerce Drive
• Redevelopment Plan for Block 83, Lots 5 and 6 on Jackson Mills Road (approx. 2.81 acres)
• Variance for a 750 sf 2-story detached garage at 231 Verdant Court
• Zoning officer determination appeal for a batting cage at 3 Iroquois Drive
• Study to determine if Block 92, Lots 39 & 40 is an area in need of redevelopment

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 17, 2026 at Borough Hall, 30 Mechanic Street in Freehold. Commissioners will review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer’s report, and consider old business such as lake restoration and 2026 work projects. The agenda also includes new business, commissioner and volunteer reports, guest reports, public comments, and adjournment.

• Review of Minutes
• Treasurer’s Report / Payment of Bills
• Old Business – Lake Restoration
• Old Business – Work Projects 2026
• New Business

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission accepted the May 20 minutes, approved the treasurer’s report and related expenses, and returned a $350 check to Open Door. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Accepted May 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved treasurer’s report and $369.98 expenses (unanimous)
• Returned $350 check to Open Door (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation

The agenda text states there is no agenda associated with this meeting and directs residents to review the minutes instead.

The Freehold Historic Preservation Commission approved the June 15 minutes, noting that David Seme was not present at the May meeting. Updates were given on the West Freehold Schoolhouse window installation, cost credits, and upcoming projects such as artifact photography and community events. No other formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes with correction (no vote tally recorded)

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee is meeting to review financial reports and vote on proposed fall youth programs, including several school assemblies. The committee will also discuss the upcoming renewal of the CredibleMind contract and recap recent events like the golf outing and YMCA event.

• Treasurer's report: opening balance $155,644.92, revenues $14,140, disbursements $44,444.09, ending balance $125,340.83
• Vote on fall programs: After the Fire ($3,000 total), Nicki Francis 9th grade toolkit ($2,800 total), Just Wiggle Your Toes ($1,250), Natural Highs ($1,500), Why Try in-Class Lessons ($900)
• CredibleMind contract up for renewal in October
• Golf outing 2026 profit analysis: $44,600.83, with $50,000+ anticipated
• Next meeting scheduled for September 9th at CentraState Health Awareness Center

The Freehold Alliance Committee approved up to $4,800 to fund the Nicki Francis 9th Grade Toolkit and Unity Day programs. The committee also approved the treasurer's report and the March minutes. The golf outing raised over $50,000 with 119 golfers.

• Approved March minutes (motion by Lester Preston, seconded by Sharon Shutzer)
• Approved treasurer's report showing ending balance of $125,340.83 (motion by Sharon Shutzer, seconded by Debra Preston)
• Approved up to $4,800 for Nicki Francis 9th Grade Toolkit and Unity Day programs (motion by Annette Jordan, seconded by Debra Preston)

Parks & Recreation

The Commission met in a closed voucher meeting to review expenditures. The board approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (8-0)

Township Committee

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The Committee voted to enter executive session, excluding the public from discussion of several matters. It approved prior meeting minutes, a redevelopment study for 1092 Burke Road, and a consolidated bills list totaling $2,687,478.70. All items on the consent agenda were adopted, and Scott Adler was appointed as an Alternate 3 member of the Planning Board.

• Approved resolution to enter executive session (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Walker, Preston; NAYS: none)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (AYES: Ammiano, Cook*, Fasano, Walker, Preston; NAYS: none; Cook abstained on 4/28/2026 minutes)
• Approved R-26-121: authorize Planning Board to study redevelopment of 1092 Burke Road (AYES: all members; NAYS: none)
• Approved R-26-122: adopt Consolidated Bills List for $2,687,478.70 (AYES: all members; NAYS: none)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-26-123 through R-26-153 (AYES: all members; NAYS: none)
• Appointed Scott Adler as Planning Board Alternate 3 (appointed by Mayor Preston)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for June 8, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for July 13, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Residents should watch for future notices.

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Freehold Township Planning Board scheduled for June 4, 2026, has been cancelled. All noticed items will be carried to the next meeting on June 18, 2026.

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review minutes from April and May, discuss old business projects like the Durand Respite Area, and consider new business items including Summer Camp and the Red White and Brew 5K event.

• Review minutes from April 22 and May 13, 2026
• Old Business: Durand Respite Area, My Playground, Tennis Pavilion, MJT Basketball Court Renovations, Sami Center Playground
• New Business: Summer Camp, Senior Center, First Look Park Navigation Update & Naming Contest, Red White and Brew 5K Event, Freehold Township Day
• Open Public Forum scheduled

The Commission approved the 5/27/2026 vouchers and the minutes from 4/22/2026 and 5/13/2026. The meeting primarily consisted of status updates on park infrastructure projects and upcoming summer events.

• Approved vouchers for 5/27/2026 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/22/2026 and 5/13/2026 (6-0)