Freehold public meetings in 2023

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been cancelled. All items on the agenda will be carried over to the next regular meeting, which will follow the 2024 reorganization meeting on January 18, 2024.

• December 21, 2023 meeting cancelled
• All noticed items carried to next meeting
• 2024 reorganization meeting on January 18, 2024 at 7:00 PM
• First regular 2024 meeting immediately after reorganization

Parks & Recreation

There is no agenda associated with this meeting. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes for information.

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like minutes review, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, as well as discussion of old business, specifically the status of 2023 lake restoration projects. New business, commissioner reports, and public comments are also scheduled.

• Review of 2023 projects including restoration of lake banks
• Installation of bumpers in parking lot
• Widening of parking lot entrance and exit
• Construction of storage structure behind shed
• Cleanup of wooded areas by removing undergrowth

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on December 19, 2023, with several ordinances and resolutions up for discussion and action. Key items include a 2024 salary ordinance, a fee schedule amendment that would double many municipal fees, and a land use ordinance regarding signs in industrial zones. The consent agenda includes contracts for road work, water treatment plant repairs, and a video management system upgrade.

• O-23-21: 2024 Salary Ordinance setting compensation for township positions
• O-23-20: Fee schedule amendment doubling many fees (e.g., zoning permits from $50 to $100, major site plan applications from $500 to $1,000)
• O-23-23: Ordinance amending sign regulations in industrial zones (M-1, M-2, LI, LI-3, ROL)
• R-23-307: Grant application for East Freehold Road project (LFIF-2024)
• R-23-315: Contract for Koenig Lane Water Treatment Plant filter media and pipe replacement

Board of Health

This meeting has no associated agenda; the agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. The document is purely procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several major site plan applications and variance requests. The meeting also includes a resolution to amend land use ordinances regarding signage in specific industrial and research zones.

• Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. site plan and soil fill/removal at 3710 Route 9
• Freehold Collision site plan and variance at 3411 Route 9
• JSM at Eaton, LLC site plan amendment at 1101 Devon Drive
• Aspen Route 9 site plan and variance at 3651-3691 Route 9 North
• Ordinance amending signage provisions for M-1, M-2, LI, LI-3, and ROL zones

Municipal Alliance

The Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review the treasurer's report, and discuss updates including a grant name change and a new co-chair. The committee will also consider a $575 funding request for the RAISE Incentive Behavior Program.

• Treasurer's report: $14,674.89 disbursed for CredibleMind, ROAR Program, FB Trunk or Treat; ending balance $87,945.76
• DEDR Grant renamed GCADA Grant, funding unchanged
• Co-Chair to replace Jay Robinson
• RAISE Incentive Behavior Program funding request: $575.00
• 2024 meeting calendar review

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 7, 2023, has been cancelled. All items that were noticed for this meeting will be carried over to the next regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• All noticed items carried to December 14, 2023 meeting

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. The meeting is therefore procedural or administrative in nature, with no specific items listed for public discussion or decision.

Shade Tree

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the minutes. The body is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will consider a $3,766,218.14 consolidated bills list, an ordinance updating sign rules in industrial zones, and several resolutions including a shared services agreement with Englishtown and a change order for a water treatment plant. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for routine items and an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Resolution R-23-296 approving $3,766,218.14 in bills
• Ordinance O-23-23 amending sign rules in industrial zones (M-1, M-2, LI, LI-3, ROL)
• Shared services agreement with Englishtown for water-sewer operations
• Change order #1 for Jackson Mills Water Treatment Plant contract, +$25,512.07 (total $360,512.07)
• Budget amendment for $3,751.22 from National Opioid Settlement

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on November 30, 2023, to consider several variance applications and site plan approvals. The most consequential item is a proposal by Dick's Sporting Goods to convert the former Lord & Taylor anchor store at Freehold Raceway Mall into a House of Sports store with an outdoor athletic field, requiring variances for signage, fencing, and architecture. The board will also hear requests for residential additions and a fitness studio use variance.

• Dick's Sporting Goods: convert 133,644 sq ft Lord & Taylor building to House of Sports, add 19,209 sq ft outdoor field, import 2,285 CY of fill (SP# 624-1-23, VAR# 019-23, SR# 06-23)
• McGee: 2,100 sq ft addition and deck at 23 Pittenger Pond Road, seeking variances for lot coverage and side yard setback (VAR# 012-23)
• Guccione: 304 sq ft addition and use variance for existing pool house at 211 Route 33 (VAR# 005-23)
• JSM at Eaton: use variance for BODY20 fitness studio at 1101 Devon Drive (VAR# 022-23)
• Halls Mill Road LLC: two 'D' variance applications at 550 and 558 Halls Mill Road (VAR# 003-23, VAR# 004-23)

Parks & Recreation

This Parks & Recreation meeting has no agenda associated with it; the agenda text directs readers to review the minutes instead. No specific items are listed for discussion or decision.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on November 21, 2023, where it will consider several ordinances, including a comprehensive fee schedule update (O-23-20) that doubles many fees, and the 2024 salary ordinance (O-23-21). The consent agenda includes numerous shared services agreements with neighboring municipalities and other routine resolutions. The meeting also includes presentations and reports, such as the Tax Collector's monthly report.

• Ordinance O-23-20 amends Chapter 150 (Fees), doubling many fees (e.g., alarm registration from $5 to $10, amusement licenses from $150 to $300, land use application fees).
• Ordinance O-23-21 sets salaries for 2024 for township officers and employees.
• Ordinance O-23-22 amends Chapter 150, Section 150-59C (specific fee section).
• Resolution R-23-262 authorizes shared services agreement with Freehold Borough for sale of parking spaces at Schibanoff Commuter Lot.
• Resolution R-23-292 approves amusement games for I-Play America, L.L.C. for 2024.

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only item is to review the minutes. It appears to be a procedural or administrative session with no substantive items listed.

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include lake restoration and a list of 2023 projects such as restoring lake banks, installing parking lot bumpers, widening the parking lot entrance and exit, adding a storage structure, hanging bat houses, and cleaning wooded areas.

• Lake restoration
• Restoration of lake banks
• Bumpers in parking lot
• Widening of entrance and exit of parking lot
• Bat houses hung

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission is reviewing a second round of applications for a major site plan and subdivision. The project by M&M at Main Street Freehold, LLC proposes a mixed-use center with commercial retail, a restaurant, a convenience store with gas, and 660 residential units.

• Mixed-use development including 75,237 sf of commercial/retail space
• Construction of 660 residential units (single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments)
• Proposed extension of Trotters Way from US Route 9 to W. Main Street
• Intersection improvements for Route 9 and Route 537
• Variance application for off-street parking deficiency

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on November 9, 2023, to consider several variance and site plan applications. Key items include a proposal by Freehold Collision to construct a new building and expand a nonconforming use, and a request by Dick's Sporting Goods to convert the former Lord & Taylor space at Freehold Raceway Mall. The board will also vote on resolutions for variances at 12 Hilltop Road, 51 Diamond Ln., and the Freehold Shopping Center, and will discuss recommendations from the Technical Review Committee.

• Freehold Collision: construct 9,968 sf building, use variance for used car sales at 3411 Route 9
• Dick's Sporting Goods: convert 133,644 sf Lord & Taylor building at Freehold Raceway Mall, add 19,209 sf outdoor field
• Variance resolutions for 12 Hilltop Road, 51 Diamond Ln., and Freehold Shopping Center (Burlington)
• Halls Mill Road LLC: D variances for 550 and 558 Halls Mill Road
• Applications carried to 11/30/2023 meeting

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve October minutes, hear from student guest speakers, and receive reports including the treasurer's report showing an ending balance of $102,620.65. The committee will also discuss volunteer recognition, trust fund voting thresholds, and brochure printing.

• Treasurer's report: opening balance $104,533.17, revenues $0.00, disbursements $1,932.52, ending balance $102,620.65
• Volunteer of the Year: Courtney Colford, award ceremony 12/07/23 at 10AM via Zoom
• Discussion on trust fund voting consensus for minimum amount
• Vote on professionally printed brochures and signage
• Guest speakers: Students from Lead for Diversity (LFD)

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the minutes from prior meetings. The body is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will hold a workshop meeting on November 6, 2023, to consider several resolutions, including approving a consolidated bills list of $2,167,087.43, amending the 2023 budget for a $7,500 Train the Trainer grant, authorizing a rock salt purchase contract not to exceed $195,000, endorsing a sewer extension application for Golden Meadows Estates, and authorizing a developer's agreement for Commerce Freehold Holdings. The committee will also discuss the 2024 meeting schedule and sub-committee assignments. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and attorney-client privileged matters.

• Approval of consolidated bills list totaling $2,167,087.43
• Budget amendment for $7,500 Train the Trainer (TTT) grant
• Rock salt purchase contract with Morton Salt, Inc. up to $195,000
• Endorsement of revised sewer extension application for A & B Associates, LLC (Golden Meadows Estates)
• Authorization of developer's agreement for Commerce Freehold Holdings, LLC at 183 Three Brooks Road

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on November 2, 2023, to consider several variance applications and site plan amendments. Key items include requests to increase warehouse building heights on Halls Mill Road, a pool house variance on Diamond Lane, a detached garage on Hilltop Road, and facade changes at the Burlington store on Route 9. Formal action may be taken on these applications.

• VAR# 003-23 & VAR# 004-23: Halls Mill Road LLC seeks to increase warehouse building heights from 38.5 to 48 feet (max 35 feet allowed) at 550 and 558 Halls Mill Road.
• VAR# 016-23: Aspen Route 9 seeks amended site plan approval for Burlington Coat Factory facade replacement and a 206 sq ft dock addition at 3651-3691 Route 9 North.
• VAR# 015-23: Shapiro seeks variance for a 20x32 ft pool house and pool equipment 11.5 ft from rear property line at 51 Diamond Ln.
• VAR# 018-23: Jones seeks variance for a 14x24 ft detached garage at 12 Hilltop Road.
• Resolutions: VAR# 010-23 (Gomes, 2 Edwards Drive) and VAR# 003-22/SR# 05-23 (Level 10 Development, 101 Halls Mill Road) are listed for action.

Township Committee

The Township Committee met to approve a consolidated bills list totaling $19,823,538.25. The meeting also addressed several resolutions regarding software implementation, construction change orders, and tax adjustments.

• Approval of $19,823,538.25 consolidated bills list
• Contract for GEO3.0 municipal software with Jungle Lasers, LLC ($2,500 in 2023; $44,000 in 2024)
• Change order for Municipal Building chimney repairs increasing contract to $367,720.00
• Reduction change order for Rose Court headwall replacement to $73,863.00
• Authorization of Renaissance Estates at Freehold subdivision sewer extension application

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023, has been cancelled. All items on the agenda will be carried over to the next regular meeting on November 2, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Building.

• Meeting cancelled
• Items carried to November 2, 2023 meeting

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, correspondence, treasurer's report, and bill payments. They will also discuss old business, specifically lake restoration and 2023 projects, and take public comments.

• Restoration of lake banks
• Bumpers in parking lot
• Widening of entrance and exit of parking lot
• Structure for storage behind shed
• Bat houses hung

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, October 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2023.

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no published agenda; the only available material is the minutes from a prior meeting. The body is not deciding or discussing any listed items at this time.

• No agenda items listed

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve September minutes, review the treasurer's report, and vote on the Behavioral Health 360 CredibleMind Platform. The committee will also hear updates on the Flavor of Freehold event and various subcommittees.

• Treasurer's report: ending balance $104,533.17, down from $105,803.67 opening balance
• Vote on Behavioral Health 360 CredibleMind Platform
• Overview of Flavor of Freehold event
• Committee reports from Community Outreach, Fundraising, Law Enforcement, and Youth & Education

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available document is the minutes. The body is not deciding or discussing any listed items.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting with a consent agenda covering routine operations, including approving a $21.68 million consolidated bills list, applying for state grants for senior center improvements and anti-burglary equipment, and awarding emergency contracts for water plant repairs. The meeting also includes appointments to the parks board and an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Resolution R-23-230: Approves consolidated bills list of $21,684,990.45
• Resolution R-23-231: Applies for $500,000 NJ DCA grant for Senior Center Improvements
• Resolution R-23-232: Applies for $50,000 NJ DLGS grant for burglary/theft equipment
• Resolution R-23-236: Awards emergency contracts ($19,709 to Raw Power, $10,000 to A.C. Schultes) for Point Ivy Treatment Plant and Well No. 3 repairs
• Resolution R-23-235: Adds $200 tax lien on 39 Koenig Lane for code violations

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several applications, including a variance for a fence relocation, an amended site plan for a warehouse and office building, and a soil fill application. The board will also vote on resolutions for a subdivision and a legal defense related to a denied application.

• VAR# 010-23: Julie Gomes seeks variance to relocate a 6-ft privacy fence to 5 ft from front property line at 2 Edwards Drive.
• SP# 657-2-22 / VAR# 003-22: Level 10 Development seeks amended site plan for 45,136 sq ft warehouse/office at 101 Halls Mill Road.
• SR# 05-23: Level 10 Development proposes importing 7,545 cubic yards of fill to 101 Halls Mill Road.
• SD# 905-22 / VAR# 010-22: Renaissance Estates at Freehold, LLC subdivision and variance at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd.
• Resolution to authorize attorney to defend denial of Carl's Self Storage application (SP# 452-2-19, VAR# 027-19).

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation board is holding a regular meeting with routine items like the pledge, roll call, and vouchers. They will discuss old business, including the Durand Respite Relief area, and new business such as camp wrap-up, Trunk or Treat, a stage, Senior Center activities, park crew updates, basketball, golf outing wrap-up, and pickleball lessons and wind screens. The meeting includes a public forum and adjournment.

• Durand Respite Relief area update
• Camp wrap-up: grant/salaries, 8th week, supplies
• Trunk or Treat event planning
• Senior Center: 2024 membership, Casino Day, Balance seminar on 11/8
• Pickleball: lessons and wind screens

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on September 26, 2023, to consider two ordinances and several resolutions. Key items include accepting a scenic corridor buffer easement, authorizing a property exchange with CentraState Medical Center, and awarding a contract for sewer rehabilitation. The consent agenda includes resolutions for purchasing equipment and services, such as license plate recognition cameras and waste containers.

• Ordinance O-23-18: Accept scenic corridor buffer easement for Block 72.06, Lot 1 (183 Three Brooks Road)
• Ordinance O-23-19: Authorize property exchange with CentraState Medical Center, conveying Block 86, Lot 8.02 (951 West Main Street)
• Resolution R-23-223: Award $268,968 contract to Vortex Services LLC for Route 9 South and Coachman Drive sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Resolution R-23-225: Authorize $44,370 purchase of license plate recognition cameras from Selex ES Inc. for police
• Resolution R-23-226: Authorize up to $46,956 for roll-off containers from Wastequip Manufacturing Company

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include updates on lake restoration and a list of 2023 projects such as a fishing pier, picnic areas, and parking lot improvements. The meeting also includes public comments and reports from commissioners and volunteers.

• Lake restoration project update
• Fishing pier project
• Restoration of lake banks
• Picnic areas with BBQ grills
• Parking lot bumpers and widening of entrance/exit

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda. The only available information is the meeting header, and the agenda text directs readers to review the minutes instead.

• No agenda items listed

Board of Health

The Freehold Township Board of Health meeting has no associated agenda. The agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. Therefore, no specific items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing a property exchange with CentraState Medical Center, completing a deal that allowed construction of a new water tower. The agenda also includes approval of a $15.1 million bills list, several tax-related resolutions, and four ABC social affair permits for community events.

• Ordinance O-23-19: Exchange property Block 86, Lot 8.02 (951 West Main Street) to CentraState Medical Center, completing 2016 agreement for new water tower
• Resolution R-23-209: Approve consolidated bills list totaling $15,148,585.22
• Resolution R-23-212: Establish $25 fee per notice for electronic tax sale
• Resolution R-23-213: Add $200 tax lien for code violations at 39 Koenig Lane
• ABC permits: Silvermead Community Club picnic (Sep 16), VFW Post 4374 benefit (Sep 23), East Freehold Fire Company dedication (Oct 8), Foodstock NJ (Oct 14)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will review two major development applications. These include a proposed warehouse at 8-10 Paragon Way and a large mixed-use center at US Route 9 and W. Main Street.

• Warehouse proposal for 8-10 Paragon Way involving a 70,280 square foot building and lot consolidation
• Variance request for building height and scenic corridor landscaping at 8-10 Paragon Way
• Mixed-use center proposal at US Route 9 & W. Main Street featuring 660 residential units
• Commercial/retail development including a quick serve restaurant and convenience store with gas
• Proposed extension of Trotters Way and intersection improvements at Route 9 and Route 537

The Commission reviewed two development projects and issued a series of concerns and requests for clarification. No formal votes to approve or deny the applications were recorded.

• Requested clarification on maintenance responsibility and native plantings for 8-10 Paragon, LLC (SP# 750-1-23)
• Requested written response to 12 points from a 2021 report for M&M at Main Street, LLC (SP# 911-1-23)
• Raised concerns regarding open space, pedestrian access, and wetland replacement for M&M at Main Street, LLC
• Requested confirmation that M&M at Main Street, LLC meets October 2021 stormwater regulations

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on September 7, 2023, to consider several applications. The main items include a preliminary and final major subdivision application for 25 single-family homes at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd, a soil removal/fill application to import about 29,000 cubic yards of fill, and two extension requests for previously approved projects. The board will also vote on resolutions for a variance at 328 Valley View Circle, a site plan amendment for The Edge at Freehold, and a capital project review for the Burke Road landfill closure.

• Preliminary & final major subdivision for 25 homes at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd (Renaissance Estates at Freehold, LLC)
• Variance relief for scenic corridor buffer and reverse-frontage lots at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd
• Soil removal/fill application to import ~29,000 cubic yards of fill at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd
• Variance application for 328 Valley View Circle (VAR# 007-23)
• Site plan amendment for The Edge at Freehold at 1101 Devon Drive (SP# 824-6-23)

The Board approved a subdivision and soil application for 25 single-family homes at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd. Several previous resolutions were memorialized, and two project extensions were granted. The September 21 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved 25-home subdivision and soil application at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd
• Approved 90-day extension for Bernstein-Broder Properties at Jackson Mills Rd
• Approved 12-month extension for PIRHL at 55 Jackson Mills Rd
• Memorialized positive resolution for Robert Levine at 328 Valley View Circle
• Memorialized positive resolution for JSM at Eaton, LLC at 1101 Devon Drive
• Memorialized positive resolution for Burke Road Landfill Closure
• Appointed Todd Brown as Acting Secretary of the Board
• Appointed Michael Edwards, Esq. as Planning Board Conflict Attorney

Shade Tree

This meeting has no associated agenda; the agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. Therefore, no specific items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

The Commission approved a mitigation payment for heritage tree removal at 227 Monmouth Rd and denied a tree permit waiver for a warehouse project. The board also established a planting schedule for street and park trees.

• Approved $57,300 mitigation value for heritage tree removal at 227 Monmouth Rd (4-0-1)
• Denied temporary waiver for tree removal permits at Paragon Way warehouse site
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Decided to plant street trees in Fall and Michael J. Tighe Park trees in Spring

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; only minutes are available for review. The notice provides contact information for the Township of Freehold but no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Commission held a voucher meeting via email on August 23, 2023. The board voted to approve the vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (5-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is meeting to approve several resolutions, including final payments for the Jackson Mills Road Water Treatment Plant repair and the Michael J. Tighe Park improvements, as well as a shared services agreement with Carteret Borough. The agenda also includes an ordinance to accept a scenic corridor buffer easement and various consent agenda items such as budget amendments and contract awards.

• Final payment for Contract 22-2, Jackson Mills Road Water Treatment Plant repair, reduced to $227,965.00
• Change order for Michael J. Tighe Park splash pad, walkways, pickleball courts, total $756,087.00
• Shared services agreement with Borough of Carteret for wastewater system operations
• Liquor license renewal for Freehold Liquor, LLC with special condition to activate license
• Consolidated bills list totaling $6,652,490.37

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and several resolutions for water, sewer, and park improvements. They also passed a consent agenda covering budget amendments, equipment purchases, and shared services. A public hearing for a scenic corridor buffer easement was scheduled for September 26, 2023.

• Approved consolidated bills list of $6,652,490.37 (5-0)
• Approved final payment for Jackson Mills Road Water Treatment Plant repair (5-0)
• Approved final payment for Michael J. Tighe Park splash pad, walkways, and pickleball courts (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-18 scenic corridor buffer easement for September 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved shared services agreement with Borough of Carteret for wastewater system services (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Kenworth T880 Tandem Axle Chassis (5-0)
• Approved contract for Police Department uniforms (5-0)
• Approved budget modifications for various grants including National Opioid Settlement (5-0)

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda. The only available action is to review the minutes from the meeting. The agenda is purely procedural with no listed items for decision or discussion.

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed ongoing maintenance for the Heritage Society barns and the Georgia Road Schoolhouse. Members reviewed the impact of a planned 2025 Route 537 widening project on the West Freehold Schoolhouse.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on August 17, 2023, to consider several applications. Formal action may be taken on amended site plans, variances, and a capital project review. The agenda includes a Wawa conditional use permit, a solar project, a residential garage variance, and a township landfill closure plan.

• Wawa (MARK FREEHOLD, LLC) - Block 101, Lots 13 & 13.02, 275 Monmouth Road: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan, Subdivision, Variance, Conditional Use Permit
• Applewood 57 Solar, LLC - Block 86.01, Lot 21, 1 Applewood Drive: Preliminary/Final Major Site Plan and Variance
• Robert Levine - Block 93, Lot 43.15, 328 Valley View Circle: Variance for a 14'x22' detached garage in R-40 zone
• JSM at Eaton, LLC (The Edge at Freehold) - Block 83, Lot 1.01, 1101 Devon Drive: Amended site plan for playground, privacy fence, and parking stalls
• Township of Freehold - Burke Road Landfill Closure, Block 92, Lots 39 & 40: Capital project review to close and cap landfill

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, correspondence, treasurer's report, and bill payments, with the main substantive items being updates on lake restoration and 2023 projects.

• Lake Restoration update
• Fishing Pier project
• Restoration of lake banks
• Picnic areas with BBQ grills
• Website development for park history and information

The Commission approved the treasurer's report and recurring expenses for toilet rentals, secretarial services, BBQ supplies, and flag poles. Members discussed ongoing lake restoration and scheduled a work project day for August 19, 2023.

• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $1,096.21 for toilet rental, secretarial services, BBQ supplies, and flag poles
• Scheduled work project day for August 19, 2023

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2023.

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the provided text indicates that minutes should be reviewed instead. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The commission held a voucher meeting via email on August 9, 2023. The only substantive action taken was the approval of vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (7-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for August 3, 2023, has been cancelled. All noticed items will be carried to the next regularly scheduled meeting on August 17, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Regular meeting of August 3, 2023 cancelled
• All noticed items carried to August 17, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting: August 17, 2023, 7:00 p.m., Municipal Building, One Municipal Plaza

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Committee is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes old business on the Opatut path, plus new business covering a camp update, a discussion regarding the O'Brien family and Durand, a Senior Center tax freeze, a park crew update, beer garden revenue from Freehold Township Day, and a golf outing giveaway. The meeting also includes a public forum.

• Opatut path discussion
• Camp update
• O'Brien family Durand discussion
• Senior Center tax freeze
• Freehold Twp Day beer garden revenue

The Commission approved funding for solar lighting at Opatut Park and allocated beer garden proceeds to golf outing prizes. Members also discussed the potential creation of a respite relief area for families dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's at Durand Park.

• Approved all vouchers on the July 26, 2023 bill list
• Approved appropriation not to exceed $18K for solar lights at Opatut Park
• Appropriated $2,560 from beer garden funds to golf outing prizes
• Selected Nike DryFit grey long sleeve shirt as golf outing give-away

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on a liquor license and a vote on the South Freehold Shopping Center redevelopment plan. The committee will also consider ordinances for property purchase and resolutions for contracts and budget amendments.

• Ordinance O-23-16 adopting the South Freehold Shopping Center Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance O-23-17 authorizing purchase of Block 101, Lot 51.01 at 122 Hendrickson Road
• Public hearing for Freehold Liquor LLC liquor license
• Resolution R-23-183 awarding contract for Jackson Mills Road Water Treatment Plant Generator Replacement
• Resolution R-23-184 awarding contract for Township work uniforms

The Township Committee approved a redevelopment plan for the South Freehold Shopping Center and authorized the purchase of property at 122 Hendrickson Road. The Committee also approved a conditional annual renewal of an inactive liquor license pending its transfer to Vincent’s Italian Restaurant.

• Adopted Ordinance O-23-16 for South Freehold Shopping Center Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-17 to purchase Block 101, Lot 51.0 at 122 Hendrickson Road (5-0)
• Approved annual renewal of inactive liquor license 1316-33-020-002 with special condition for transfer to Vincent’s Italian Restaurant
• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $28,880,356.38 (5-0)
• Approved R-23-183 for Jackson Mills Road Water Treatment Plant Generator Replacement (5-0)
• Approved R-23-184 for Township work uniforms contract (5-0)
• Approved R-23-185 for vehicle procurement via Sourcewell Co-Op (5-0)
• Approved R-23-186 to amend 2023 Budget for Stormwater Assistance (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider resolutions, site plan and variance applications, and a redevelopment plan. Key items include a Wawa convenience store with fuel station, two solar projects, a use variance for a photo/video studio, and a residential addition variance. The board will also vote on adopting the South Freehold Shopping Center Redevelopment Plan.

• Resolution to adopt South Freehold Shopping Center Redevelopment Plan, rezoning parcels from B-10 to 'South Freehold Shopping Center'
• Preliminary and final major site plan for Wawa convenience store (4,736 sq ft) with fuel station at 275 Monmouth Road, including variance for building height (33 ft vs 30 ft permitted)
• Willow Brook Solar: 3.74MWdc dual-use solar facility at 56 Willow Brook Rd, seeking use variance in R-40 zone
• Applewood 57 Solar: ground-mounted solar array on 4 acres at 1 Applewood Drive, seeking use variance in H-1 zone
• NJF Worldwide: use variance to legalize photo/videography studio in 2,200 sq ft of existing 5,000 sq ft space at 1731 Ginesi Drive

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include updates on lake restoration and planned 2023 projects such as a fishing pier, restoration of lake banks, picnic areas with BBQ grills, and a website for park history and information. The meeting also includes commissioner, volunteer, and guest reports, as well as public comments.

• Discussion of lake restoration efforts
• 2023 projects: fishing pier, restoration of lake banks, picnic areas with BBQ grills, website with park history and information
• Treasurer's report and payment of bills
• Review of minutes and correspondence

The Commission approved four event requests for the park and authorized $434.17 in recurring and miscellaneous expenses. Members discussed lake bank restoration and the status of a new fishing pier.

• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved park use for Senator Vin Gopal fundraiser (8/12/23)
• Approved park use for Borough Recreation Commission Family Fun Day (9/9/23)
• Approved park use for Monmouth County Democratic Diversity Awareness Committee Diversity Day (9/30/23)
• Approved park use for Stephanie Parze Foundation Haunt in the Park Walk (10/14/23)
• Approved $434.17 in expenses for toilet rental, secretarial services, boat repair, printing, and locks

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda. The only available action is to review the minutes from prior meetings, making this a procedural-only item with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• No agenda items listed

The commission accepted the previous meeting minutes and discussed ongoing maintenance for the Georgia Rd. Schoolhouse and Saker property. Members reviewed progress on the Wikoff Hill Burial Ground biography list and planned for a September music event.

• Accepted previous meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation

This Parks & Recreation meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the meeting minutes. The agenda text is purely procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The commission held a voucher meeting via email. The only action taken was the approval of vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (5-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting with several ordinances up for discussion or action, including three bond ordinances totaling over $18 million for capital improvements, a redevelopment plan for the South Freehold Shopping Center, and the sale of lots to Monmouth County. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine resolutions such as tax cancellations, budget amendments, and contract extensions. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, and property acquisition matters.

• Bond ordinance O-23-11: $13,230,000 for roads, police equipment, parks, and building improvements
• Bond ordinance O-23-12: $4,940,000 for water and sewer system upgrades
• Ordinance O-23-16: Adopting the South Freehold Shopping Center Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance O-23-15: Vacating Lisa Anne Way, Eric Court, and part of Maher Road
• Resolution R-23-177: Approving Crown Castle wireless facility modification at 61 Stone Hill Road

The Township Committee adopted several bond ordinances for capital and water/sewer improvements and approved the sale of certain lots to Monmouth County for $1. A consolidated bills list of $3,910,604.03 was approved, along with a series of consent agenda resolutions.

• Approved O-23-11: $13,230,000 for various capital improvements (4-0)
• Approved O-23-12: $4,940,000 for water/sewer capital improvements (4-0)
• Approved O-23-13: Reappropriating $820,736.18 for various improvements (4-0)
• Approved O-23-14: Sale and conveyance of certain lots to Monmouth County (4-0)
• Approved O-23-15: Vacating Lisa Anne Way, Eric Court, and part of Maher Road (4-0)
• Approved R-23-169: Consolidated Bills List of $3,910,604.03 (4-0)
• Tabled O-23-16 (South Freehold Shopping Center plan) and O-23-17 (122 Hendrickson Road purchase) to July 25, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including budget amendments for Opioid Settlement and Alcohol Education grants (4-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for July 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 14, 2023.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for July 6, 2023, has been cancelled. All items that were noticed for that meeting will be carried over to the next regularly scheduled meeting on July 20, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Items carried to July 20, 2023 meeting

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss routine operational items including vouchers, old and new business. Topics include the Opatut football path, camp numbers and staff, hockey rinks, MJT dugouts, a senior center tax freeze, park crew updates, Freehold Twp Day, pickleball, golf outing pricing, and Durand Park.

• Opatut football path discussion
• Camp numbers, staff, and Freedom Fest
• Hockey rinks update
• MJT dugouts
• Senior Center tax freeze

The Commission approved all vouchers on the June 28, 2023 bill list. Members discussed upcoming projects for hockey rinks and MJT dugouts, as well as the July 8 FT Day event.

• Approved all vouchers on the June 28, 2023 bill list (5-0-1)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on June 27, 2023, with several significant items on the agenda. The committee will consider three bond ordinances totaling over $18 million for general capital improvements, water/sewer projects, and reappropriation of funds. They will also vote on resolutions to appoint a new municipal engineer, accept open space and detention basin lots for conveyance to Monmouth County, and approve a consolidated bills list of $3.4 million. Additionally, there will be police promotions and recognition of the high school golf team.

• Bond ordinance O-23-11: $13,230,000 for capital improvements including road work, police equipment, and park upgrades
• Bond ordinance O-23-12: $4,940,000 for water/sewer capital improvements
• Bond ordinance O-23-13: Reappropriating $820,736.18 for various improvements
• Resolution R-23-153: Appointing Matthew Bryant as Municipal Engineer
• Resolution R-23-154: Accepting open space and detention basin lots for Block 42, Lots 19 and 19.04

The Committee appointed Matthew Bryant as Municipal Engineer and approved a consolidated bills list and open space lot acceptance. Several bond ordinances were moved to public hearing for July 11, 2023. A consent agenda was passed covering various contracts, budget amendments, and liquor license renewals.

• Appointed Matthew Bryant as Municipal Engineer (4-0)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List R-23-152 (4-0)
• Accepted Open Space Lot Block 42, Lot 19 and Detention Basin Lot Block 42, Lot 19.04 (4-0)
• Moved Bond Ordinance O-23-11 ($13.23M capital improvements) to public hearing (4-0)
• Moved Bond Ordinance O-23-12 ($4.94M water/sewer improvements) to public hearing (4-0)
• Moved Bond Ordinance O-23-13 ($820,736.18 reappropriation) to public hearing (4-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-23-14 (sale of lots to Monmouth County) to public hearing (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including pavement overlay and chimney repair contracts (4-0)

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include lake restoration and 2023 projects such as a fishing pier, restoration of lake banks, an osprey nest, picnic areas with BBQ grills, and a website with park history. The meeting also includes commissioner, volunteer, and guest reports, plus public comments.

• Discussion of lake restoration
• 2023 projects: Fishing Pier
• 2023 projects: Restoration of lake banks
• 2023 projects: Osprey Nest
• 2023 projects: Picnic Areas with BBQ grills

The Commission approved a request to install armed services flags on Pond Road and accepted the treasurer's report including $462.22 in expenses. Members discussed a $150,000 grant shared among three parks to purchase fitness equipment and noted that a new fishing pier has been ordered.

• Approved request to place armed services flags on Pond Road guard rail
• Approved treasurer's report and expenses totaling $462.22 (All in favor)
• Approved May 17, 2023 minutes with corrections (All in favor)

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the meeting minutes. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The Historic Preservation Commission accepted the previous meeting minutes and decided to forgo applying for an MCHC grant until 2024. The body also determined that the Historic Preservation Award for the Henderson Barn restoration will be displayed at Town Hall.

• Accepted review of minutes
• Decided Historic Preservation Award for Henderson Barn will be housed at Town Hall
• Decided not to apply for an MCHC grant this year

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2023, to consider several applications. The main item is a preliminary and final major subdivision application by HEARN, LLC for 237 Dutch Lane Road, proposing to divide the property into five lots (four for single-family homes and one for stormwater management), with associated variance requests and a soil removal/fill permit. The board will also review resolutions for site plans and a soil removal permit for Carl's Self-Storage at 3475 Route 9. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as minutes approval and an executive session for pending litigation.

• Subdivision SD# 339-1-21: HEARN, LLC proposes 5 lots (4 single-family homes) at 237 Dutch Lane Rd, with variances for lot width, area, frontage, and depth.
• Soil removal/fill SR# 01-23: HEARN, LLC seeks to import ~3,100 cubic yards of fill for the Dutch Lane Rd site.
• Site plan SP# 452-1-19: Carl's Self-Storage, LLC, variance and conditional use for 3475 Route 9 (Block 80, Lots 37 & 38).
• Site plan SP# 452-2-19: A&M Plaza, LLC, amended preliminary and final major site plan for Block 80, Lot 38 near Three Brooks Road.
• Soil removal permit SR# 02-20: Carl's Self-Storage, LLC (applicant) and A&M Plaza, LLC (owner) for 3475 Route 9.

The Planning Board approved the minutes from the March 4, 2021 meeting. No other resolutions were passed, and no decisions were recorded regarding the applications for HEARN, LLC at 237 Dutch Lane Rd.

• Approved March 4, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review the treasurer's report, and discuss committee updates. The coordinator will present ideas for using opioid settlement grant funds and announce the committee's participation in Soccer Community Night. No new business is on the agenda.

• Treasurer's report: May 2023 ending balance $134,592.52, with $3,021.20 disbursed for golf outing
• Opioid Settlement Grant ideas discussed (NJ received $641 million over 18 years)
• Alliance table at Soccer Community Night on July 20, 6:30-8:30 PM at Park Avenue School
• Half Mile of Horses Art Walk 2023 patron sponsorship of $1,000 from trust account
• Next meeting set for September 13, 2023 at CentraState Health Awareness Center

The committee approved the April and May 2023 minutes and the treasurer's report. The board authorized two sponsorships for local community events. The treasurer reported an ending balance of $134,592.52.

• Approved April 2023 and May 2023 minutes
• Approved treasurer's report
• Approved $1,000.00 Patron Sponsorship for Half Mile of Horses Art Walk
• Approved $200.00 t-shirt sponsorship for Freehold Area CROP Walk for Hunger

Parks & Recreation

This Parks & Recreation meeting has no associated agenda. The only available reference is the meeting minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed for this session.

• No agenda items provided

The Commission held a voucher meeting via email on June 14, 2023. The only substantive action taken was the approval of vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (4-0)

Board of Health

This Board of Health meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the meeting minutes. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

• No agenda items listed

The Board of Health approved a request for a resident at 5 Horse Shoe Lane to keep chickens. The board also approved an amended resolution for a previous chicken waiver and discussed creating a formal application process for future requests.

• Approved chicken waiver for 5 Horse Shoe Lane
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved amended Resolution FT BH 23-04 for chicken waiver at 361 East Freehold Rd (4-0, 2 absent)

Shade Tree

This Shade Tree meeting has no published agenda; the only item is to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• No agenda available

The Commission approved tree removals at Rolling Hills Day Camp after an inspection found dead and hazardous trees. Members discussed several site plan reviews and maintenance issues at DPMA and Stillwells Corner Road.

• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved tree removals at Rolling Hills Day Camp (14 Dittmar Rd)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will review two major development applications. These include an amended warehouse and office building plan and a new residential subdivision proposal.

• Amended site plan for 45,136 sq ft warehouse and office at 101 Halls Mill Road
• Variance request for side yard setbacks and landscaped buffers at Block 49, Lot 1.01
• Subdivision application for 26 lots at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd
• Proposal for 25 single-family dwellings and stormwater basin at Block 92, Lot 17
• Variance request regarding Scenic Corridor Buffer at Renaissance Estates at Freehold, LLC

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting to consider a consent agenda of routine resolutions, including approving a consolidated bills list of $11,660,239.01, awarding contracts for building renovations and HVAC maintenance, and approving fireworks displays. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel and redevelopment agreements.

• R-23-127: Approve consolidated bills list of $11,660,239.01
• R-23-132: Award $387,000 contract to J & M Quality Contracting LLC for Municipal Building lounge and bathroom renovations
• R-23-133: Award $16,610 yearly HVAC maintenance contract to Automated Building Controls, Inc.
• R-23-134: Authorize change order #1 ($19,631.64) for Gravel Hill Road Water Storage Tank, increasing contract to $4,664,631.64
• R-23-131: Approve fireworks displays at Michael J. Tighe Park for Freehold Township Day and Concert in the Park

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and a series of consent agenda resolutions covering contracts, budget amendments, and liquor licenses. The committee also held an executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $11,660, 23.01 (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Budget amendment for Clean Communities Grant (5-0)
• Approved fireworks displays for Freehold Township Day and Concert in the Park (5-0)
• Awarded contract for Municipal Building lounge and bathroom interior renovations (5-0)
• Awarded contract for HVAC maintenance (5-0)
• Authorized Change Order Number 1 for Gravel Hill Road Water Storage Tank Rebid (5-0)
• Renewed 2023-2024 liquor licenses (5-0)
• Granted three-month unpaid leave of absence to Carston Rabb (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several development applications, including a proposed self-storage facility, a major subdivision, and soil removal requests. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• Amended preliminary and final major site plan for Carl's Self-Storage, LLC at 3475 Route 9 (Block 80, Lots 37 & 38), including a 21,406 sq ft self-storage warehouse and variance requests.
• Preliminary and final major subdivision for A&B Associates LLC at 227 Monmouth Rd (Block 91, Lots 7 & 7.01).
• Soil removal/fill applications for A&B Associates LLC (SR# 03-23) and Halls Mill Property Owner, LLC (SR-02-23) at 569 Halls Mill Rd.
• Amended preliminary and final major site plan for Halls Mill Property Owner, LLC at 569 Halls Mill Rd (Block 79, Lots 2.01 & 3).
• Discussion of recommendations from the Technical Review Committee and old/new business.

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation board is holding its regular meeting with updates on construction, summer camp logistics, the Senior Center, park crew work, pickleball, and golf outing pricing. The agenda is mostly status updates and discussion items, with no formal votes or public hearings listed beyond routine vouchers.

• Construction update
• Summer camp numbers, logistics, staff
• Senior Center events including Vet Celebration and walking socials
• Pickleball update
• Golf outing pricing

The Commission approved all vouchers on the May 24, 2023 bill list. The board also voted to move the meeting start time to 7:00 p.m. Other items discussed included a county grant for camp staff and upcoming community events.

• Approved all vouchers on the May 24, 2023 bill list (6-1-0)
• Approved moving meeting time to 7:00 p.m.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its regular meeting on May 23, 2023, with a consent agenda of resolutions covering routine operations, including a $5.3 million consolidated bills list, shared services agreements, and a contract for the Burke Road landfill closure. The agenda also includes an ordinance to accept a right-of-way dedication on Gravel Hill Road, proclamations, and reports from the tax collector.

• Resolution R-23-109 approving consolidated bills list of $5,300,827.87
• Ordinance O-23-9 accepting right-of-way dedication for Block 87.01, part of Lots 9QFarm, 9.01, 9.01QFarm on Gravel Hill Road
• Resolution R-23-116 awarding contract for Burke Road landfill closure
• Resolution R-23-111 shared services agreement with Englishtown Borough for IT services
• Resolution R-23-114 refunding $5,364.31 in tax overpayments to two property owners

The Committee approved an ordinance for a right-of-way dedication and a consolidated bills list totaling $23,362,870.27. A consent agenda was passed covering various shared services agreements, contract awards, and parking restrictions for the Monmouth County Fair.

• Approved Ordinance O-23-9 accepting right-of-way dedication for Block 87.01 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-109 for consolidated bills list of $23,362,870.27 (4-0)
• Approved shared services agreements for IT services with Englishtown Borough and automotive services with Fire District 1 (4-0)
• Awarded contract for Burke Road Landfill Closure (4-0)
• Awarded contract for diesel truck parts for DPW (4-0)
• Awarded contract for shutters for Historic Georgia Road Schoolhouse (4-0)
• Approved temporary parking restrictions for Monmouth County Fair July 26-30, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved amusement games for Monmouth County Fair July 26-30, 2023 (4-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several applications, including a proposed 130,000 sq ft warehouse at 569 Halls Mill Rd and a subdivision to create 11 residential lots at 227 Monmouth Rd. The board will also review related soil removal/fill permits and other site plan and variance requests. Formal action may be taken on these items.

• Warehouse expansion: 130,000 sq ft new building at 569 Halls Mill Rd, with variance for 0.31 FAR (max 0.25) and 26% building coverage (max 25%)
• Subdivision: 15.72-acre lot at 227 Monmouth Rd into 11 single-family lots plus open space/basin lot
• Soil fill: import 10,600 cubic yards at 569 Halls Mill Rd and 1,000 cubic yards at 227 Monmouth Rd
• Site plan and variance for M&M Realty Partners-Elton Plaza at 3301 Route 9
• Site plan and variance for Pond Road Associates – Shake Shack at 4331-4345 Route 9

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to review minutes, correspondence, and the treasurer's report, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include lake restoration and several 2023 projects, such as a fishing pier, restoration of lake banks, an osprey nest, picnic areas with BBQ grills, and a website for park history and information. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or decisions listed.

• Review of minutes and correspondence
• Treasurer's report and payment of bills
• Lake restoration discussion
• 2023 projects: fishing pier, lake bank restoration, osprey nest, picnic areas with BBQ grills, website
• Public comments

The Commission approved the treasurer's report and expenses, including costs for shirts, paint, and doggie bags. Members discussed lake restoration updates, dam maintenance reports from Monmouth County, and upcoming park work days.

• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved treasurer's report and expenses including $324.00 for shirts, $60.26 for paint, and $60.26 for doggie bags

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only guidance is to review the minutes. The agenda text is purely procedural boilerplate with no items for decision or discussion.

The commission approved the minutes from April 17, 2023. Members discussed the National Register nomination for the West Freehold Schoolhouse and upcoming shutter installation at the Georgia Rd. Schoolhouse. The commission also noted the preservation of the Saker property barn and smokehouse under open space.

• Approved April 17, 2023 minutes

Board of Health

The Freehold Township Board of Health is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear activity reports, and discuss new and old business. The main items are a new chicken waiver request for 5 Horse Shoe Ln. and a review of a previously proposed waiver for 361 East Freehold Rd., along with general procedures for such waivers.

• Request waiver for chickens at 5 Horse Shoe Ln.
• Review Resolution FT BH 23-02 – chicken waiver for 361 East Freehold Rd.
• Discussion of procedures for chicken waivers
• Grants update

The Board approved a request for a resident to keep up to six chickens at 361 East Freehold Rd. Members also approved a resolution regarding Public Health Priority Funding and the minutes from January and February 2023.

• Approved chicken waiver for 361 East Freehold Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Public Health Priority Funding (6-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved February 9, 2023 minutes

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve April minutes, hear reports, and vote on a $400 contribution to Freehold Intermediate School's end-of-year celebration. The committee will also discuss 2023-2024 grant funds and programs from the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and distribute materials for the Don't Give Up Campaign for Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Vote on $400 for Freehold Intermediate School end-of-year celebration
• Treasurer's report: April balance $114,571.72, revenues $22,200, disbursements $871.96
• Discussion of DMHAS grant funds and programs for 2023-2024
• Distribution of Don't Give Up Campaign materials for May Mental Health Awareness Month
• Next meeting set for June 14, 2023 at Freehold Raceway Mall

The committee approved the treasurer's report and a $400 donation from the trust account for a school end-of-year celebration. April 2023 minutes were not approved as they remain under revision.

• Approved treasurer's report (opening balance $93,243.68, ending balance $114,571.72)
• Approved $400 donation to Freehold Intermediate School for end of year celebration
• April 2023 minutes not approved

Parks & Recreation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes. No specific items are listed for decision or discussion.

The commission held a voucher meeting via email. The only action taken was the approval of vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (7-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a workshop meeting with a consent agenda covering routine financial and administrative actions. Key items include an ordinance to convey certain easements to Monmouth County, approval of a consolidated bills list totaling $15,034,021.60, and several resolutions for tax adjustments, contract awards, and budget amendments. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel, legal, and property acquisition matters.

• Ordinance O-23-10 authorizes sale of sight triangle, slope conservation, and shade tree easements to Monmouth County for nominal consideration
• Resolution R-23-97 approves consolidated bills list of $15,034,021.60
• Resolution R-23-98 cancels and refunds $2,091.49 in taxes for a disabled veteran at 29 Alexander Ave
• Resolution R-23-99 adds a $20,816.32 tax lien for code violations at 122 Hendrickson Rd
• Resolution R-23-102 awards $23,000 contract to Growth Mindset Alliance for Board of Health strategic planning

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list totaling $15,034,021.60 and adopted an ordinance to sell certain easements to Monmouth County. The committee also passed a consent agenda including several contract awards and budget modifications.

• Adopted Ordinance O-23-10 to sell and convey easements to the County of Monmouth (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-97 for a consolidated bills list of $15,034,021.60 (5-0)
• Approved R-23-102 contract for strategic advice and planning with Growth Mindset Alliance for the Board of Health (5-0)
• Approved R-23-103 contract for third party payroll disbursement (5-0)
• Approved R-23-104 contract for concrete and asphalt repairs for water main breaks (5-0)
• Approved R-23-105 budget amendment for Recycling Tonnage Grant (5-0)
• Approved R-23-108 release of developers agreement for Bacon Ridge (5-0)
• Approved Regular and Executive Meeting Minutes from 4/25/2023 (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission is reviewing several development applications. These include a residential subdivision, a new Wawa convenience store and fuel station, and a building expansion for a wholesale car dealer.

• Subdivision of 15.72 acres at 227 Monmouth Rd into eleven single-family lots and one open space lot
• Site plan for a 4,73CO square foot Wawa convenience store and fuel station at 275 Monmouth Road
• Site plan for a 9,968 square foot building at 3411 Route 9
• Use variance for a wholesale dealer license to sell used cars at 3411 Route 9

The Commission reviewed responses to previous reviews for three projects. No additional comments or concerns were raised for any of the applications.

• Reviewed Freehold Collision (3411 Route 9); no additional comments or concerns
• Reviewed Mark Freehold, LLC – Wawa (275 Monmouth Road); no additional comments or concerns
• Reviewed A&B Associates LLC (227 Monmouth Road); no additional comments or concerns

Shade Tree

This meeting has no published agenda; the only item is to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• No agenda available
• Review of minutes

The commission approved minutes from the previous meeting and discussed several tree-related matters, including removal of dead trees along Stillwells Corner Road and a violation for improper tree topping. They also reviewed recommendations for tree replacements and maintenance at DPMA, and noted the success of recent Arbor Day events.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Discussed creating a letter for homeowner on Stillwells Corner Road regarding improper tree topping
• Recommended waiting until fall to remove dead tree on Woods Road
• Reviewed Kurt's recommendations for DPMA tree replacements and maintenance

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation board is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. They will hear updates on the trust account, the FARC, cricket, construction, summer camp numbers and logistics, Senior Center activities, park crew, and pickleball. The meeting includes a public forum and is expected to adjourn after the listed items.

• Trust Account update
• FARC update
• Cricket update
• Construction update
• Camp numbers, logistics, staff

The Commission approved all vouchers on the April 26, 2023 bill list. Other items discussed included camp registration numbers, cricket field requests, and the installation of the Stonehurst playground.

• Approved all vouchers on the April 26, 2023 bill list (4-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 municipal budget, along with several land-use ordinances. These include new regulations for recovery homes and boarding houses, and amendments to the moderate- and low-income housing zone. The committee will also consider resolutions for road widening dedications, property purchases, and various contracts.

• Public hearing and adoption of the 2023 municipal budget (R-23-65A, R-23-82, R-23-83)
• Ordinance O-23-4: New land-use rules for Cooperative Sober Living Residences, Oxford Model Recovery Homes, boarding houses, and rooming houses
• Ordinance O-23-7: Amends ML-12 moderate- and low-income housing zone, reducing minimum lot sizes and increasing unit counts
• Ordinance O-23-8: Authorizes purchase of 353 and 355 East Freehold Road (Block 32.05, Lots 6 and 7)
• Ordinance O-23-10: Authorizes sale of easements to Monmouth County

The Township Committee approved the 2023 Municipal Budget and established a budget cap bank for future years. Several ordinances regarding land use, zoning, and property acquisition were adopted. The committee also approved a contract for the Michael J. Tighe Park concessions and restroom building.

• Adopted 2023 Municipal Budget (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-6 to establish a budget cap bank (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-4 amending Land Use and Zoning provisions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-7 amending Moderate- and Low-Income Housing Zone (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-8 to purchase Block 32.06, Lots 6 and 7 at 353 and 355 East Freehold Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-5 accepting road widening dedication for Block 97, Part of Lot 14 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-84 for final payment of Michael J. Tighe Park concessions and restroom building contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-85 approving consolidated bills list (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several development applications, including site plans for a Shake Shack restaurant and a mobile pick-up window at Elton Plaza, as well as major subdivisions and variance requests. The board will also vote on resolutions adopting ordinances related to land use regulations for cooperative sober living residences and the ML-12 moderate- and low-income housing zone.

• Shake Shack: 3,305 sq ft restaurant with drive-thru at 4331-4345 Route 9, requiring use variance
• Elton Plaza: mobile pick-up window at 3301 Route 9, with signage variance
• A&B Associates: subdivision of 15.72 acres into 11 residential lots at 227 Monmouth Rd
• Hearn LLC: subdivision into 5 lots for 4 homes at 237 Dutch Lane Rd, with variances
• Ordinances: CSLR/boarding house regulations and ML-12 housing zone amendments

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and vote on two youth program funding requests. The committee will vote on a $2,850 Arrive Alive program for Freehold High School and a $395 minimum ice cream truck for a Freehold Intermediate School event, both from the trust account. The treasurer's report shows an ending balance of $93,243.68.

• Vote on Arrive Alive Program for Youth and Education UNITE Corporation and Freehold High School: $2,850.00
• Vote on Freehold Intermediate School 'Club Mixer Celebration' ice cream truck: $395 minimum
• Treasurer's report: opening balance $85,959.42, revenues $7,850.00, disbursements $565.74, ending balance $93,243.68
• Don't Give Up Campaign for May Mental Health Awareness Month
• Paint the Mall Purple event at Freehold Raceway Mall on May 6, 2023, 12-4PM

The committee approved a $395 donation for a Freehold Intermediate School ice cream truck and $800 for mental health awareness signs. The treasurer's report was approved, showing an ending balance of $93,243.68.

• Approved minutes of the previous meeting
• Approved treasurer's report with ending balance of $93,243.68
• Approved $395.00 donation to Freehold Intermediate School for ice cream truck
• Approved $800.00 for Don’t Give Up Signs for Mental Health Awareness Month

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission met to review standard administrative items such as minutes and the treasurer's report. The agenda focused on Old Business regarding the Lake Restoration and specific 2023 projects. These projects include a fishing pier, restoration of lake banks, picnic areas with BBQ grills, and a website update. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were listed in the agenda text.

• Review of Lake Restoration status
• Discussion of 2023 Fishing Pier project
• Discussion of lake bank restoration
• Discussion of picnic areas with BBQ grills
• Discussion of website updates for park history

The Commission accepted the March 15, 2023, meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. Members approved several expenses including barbeque devices, toilet rental, and paint. The board discussed lake restoration options and current project statuses.

• Approved March 15, 2023 minutes
• Approved treasurer's report and expenses including $1,143.00 for barbeque devices, $266.00 for toilet rental, $50.00 for secretarial expense, and $60.26 for paint

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the meeting minutes. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The commission reported that over 125 people visited two local schoolhouses during a recent tour. Plans were discussed for storing 35 boxes of archaeological artifacts at Oakley Farm and assessing the Saker Property barn and smokehouse for a new park.

• Reported 125+ visitors to West Freehold and Georgia Rd. schoolhouses
• Scheduled Eagle Scout painting of Georgia Rd. Schoolhouse outbuildings for May 6-7, 2023
• Implemented PayPal for Freehold Twp. Heritage Society membership payments
• Proposed Henderson Park for Monmouth County History Award
• Coordinated inmate labor program at Oakley Farm for the week of April 17-21, 2023
• Planned permanent exhibit in Cow Barn for 35 boxes of artifacts from Rt. 537
• Identified Barn and Smokehouse at Saker Property to remain as part of an Open Space park

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Commission held a voucher meeting via email. The commission voted to approve the vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (6-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, April 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2023, at 7:30pm.

Shade Tree

The Commission approved the March 1, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reviewed several site plan applications and discussed potential revisions to the tree removal ordinance and preservation guidelines.

• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is meeting to consider several items, including an ordinance to purchase two properties at 353 and 355 East Freehold Road for $2.1 million for open space, and an ordinance to amend the ML-12 housing zone to reduce lot sizes and increase density. The committee will also vote on resolutions approving a $5.35 million bills list, authorizing police participation in a federal equipment program, and contracting sports camp directors. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and property acquisition discussions.

• Ordinance O-23-8: Authorizes purchase of Block 32.05, Lots 6 and 7 at 353 and 355 East Freehold Road for $2,100,000
• Ordinance O-23-7: Amends ML-12 housing zone, reducing minimum lot size from 12,500 to 10,000 sq ft and increasing max market-rate units from 138 to 128, affordable units from 34 to 32
• Resolution R-23-75: Approves consolidated bills list of $5,353,616.19
• Resolution R-23-77: Authorizes police to participate in 1033 Program for excess military equipment
• Resolution R-23-78: Authorizes sports camp director contracts totaling $102,000

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and several operational resolutions. Two ordinances regarding land use and property purchase were scheduled for public hearing on April 25, 2023. The committee also appointed a new member to the Youth Guidance Council.

• Approved consolidated bills list of $5,353,616.19 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-7 regarding Moderate- and Low-Income Housing Zone (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-8 to purchase Block 32.05, Lots 6 and 7 at 353 and 355 East Freehold Road (4-0)
• Approved R-23-76 to disburse an overpayment of taxes (4-0)
• Approved R-23-77 for police department participation in the 1033 Program for DoD equipment (4-0)
• Approved R-23-78 for sports camp director services contracts (4-0)
• Approved R-23-79 for stand still agreement for foreclosure rights at Block 49.37, Lot 1 (4-0)
• Appointed Margaret Hass to the Youth Guidance Council (4-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include adopting the 2023 municipal budget, introducing an ordinance to exceed budget limits, and voting on land-use amendments that would regulate recovery homes, boarding houses, and rooming houses. The committee will also consider a resolution to adopt the rejected Fire District No. 2 2023 budget after a public hearing.

• Ordinance O-23-4: Adds definitions and conditional-use rules for Cooperative Sober Living Residences, Oxford House Model Recovery Homes, boarding houses, and rooming houses
• Resolution R-23-62: Final payment of $2,114,066.71 to Meco, Inc. for 2022 Pavement Overlay Program (Contract 22-9)
• Resolution R-23-64: Adopting the rejected Freehold Township Fire District No. 2 2023 budget without amendment
• Ordinance O-23-6: Authorizing the township to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution R-23-65: Introduction of the 2023 municipal budget

The Committee adopted a revised 2023 budget for Fire District No. 2 after the original budget was defeated by voters. Other actions included adopting a land use ordinance, approving a $2.5M bills list, and swearing in seven new police officers.

• Approved 2023 Fire District No. 2 budget with no further reductions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-23-3 amending Land Use definitions (5-0)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $2,556,168.30 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-62 for 2022 Pavement Overlay Program final payment (5-0)
• Introduced 2023 Municipal Budget via Resolution R-23-65 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for ordinances O-23-4, O-23-5, and O-23-6 for April 25, 2023 (5-0)
• Administered Oaths of Office to seven new police officers
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions R-23-67 through R-23-74 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a budget review meeting on March 25, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. The main item is a review of the 2023 municipal budget. The meeting also includes audience and committee comments before adjournment.

• Review of 2023 Municipal Budget

The Township Committee held a budget review session featuring a presentation by Township Administrator Peter Valesi. The meeting consisted of a financial report and public comment; no formal votes or legislative actions were taken.

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation board is holding a regular meeting with routine items like the pledge, roll call, and vouchers. Under old business, they will discuss a basketball wrap-up. New business includes updates on construction, camp, the senior center, and park crew activities. The meeting also includes an open public forum.

• Basketball wrap-up discussion
• Construction update
• Camp update
• Senior Center update
• Park Crew update

The Commission approved all vouchers on the March 22, 2023 bill list. Members reviewed park construction projects and discussed expanding the calendar of events.

• Approved all vouchers on the March 22, 2023 bill list (5-0-1)

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; the only available material is the meeting minutes. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no listed items for decision or discussion.

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes and finalized plans for a schoolhouse tour on April 16, 2023. The meeting primarily consisted of status updates on historic sites and a list of pending maintenance and scanning tasks.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Finalized schoolhouse tour for April 16, 2023
• Postponed 'Meet the Oakleys' program to November 18/19, 2023

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on March 16, 2023, to consider resolutions and applications. The main item is a use variance and amended site plan for Lady Chebli, LLC to operate a permanent makeup salon at 92 Village Center Drive, which is not a permitted use in the B-10 zone. The board will also discuss a resolution amending land use definitions and carry over an application for a mobile pick-up window at 3301 Route 9.

• Use variance for permanent makeup salon at 92 Village Center Drive (Raintree Shopping Center)
• Resolution O-23-3 amending Chapter 190 definitions for Building Coverage, Lot Coverage, and Impervious Surface
• Amended site plan for mobile pick-up window at 3301 Route 9 (Elton Plaza)
• Engineer's report notes unresolved ADA and sidewalk maintenance issues at Raintree Towne Center

The Planning Board memorialized a positive resolution for a Lidl site plan and approved a resolution to amend land use definitions. The Board also voted for a positive resolution regarding a permanent makeup salon application, which was carried to the April 20 meeting.

• Memorialized positive resolution for Lidl U.S. Operations, LLC site plan (SP# 542-3-22) and variance (VAR# 014-22)
• Approved resolution for Ordinance O-23-3 amending Chapter 190 (Land Use) definitions
• Voted for positive resolution for Lady Chebli, LLC permanent makeup salon (SP# 439-3-22 / VAR# 016-22), carried to 4/20/2023

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Commission approved the treasurer's report and the expenditure of $1,143.00 for four barbeque grills. Members discussed ongoing efforts for lake restoration grants and the pricing of a new fishing pier.

• Approved minutes from January 18, 2023 and February 15, 2023
• Approved treasurer's report and purchase of four barbeque grills for $1,143.00

Environmental Commission

The Commission will review a subdivision application for new residential dwellings at Route 33 and Wemrock Rd. It will also consider a proposal for a burial plot cemetery at 161 Siloam Road.

• Subdivision SD# 880-1-22: 10 lots including 9 single-family dwellings and 1 stormwater basin at Route 33 & Wemrock Rd
• Variance VAR# 025-22: Bulk relief for lot frontage, width, and depth for Wemrock Hills development
• Site Plan SP# 914-21: Construction of a 6,541 burial plot cemetery at 161 Siloam Road
• Variance VAR# 033-21: Setback relief for the parking area at 161 Siloam Road

The Commission reviewed and provided comments and concerns regarding two project applications. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed A2 Solutions, LLC / Wemrock Hills application (SD# 880-1-22, VAR# 025-22) and issued concerns regarding overdevelopment, soil erosion, and stormwater recharge
• Reviewed Freehold Real Estate Inc. application (SP# 914-21, VAR# 033-21) and requested an Environmental Impact Statement and a Natural Turf Management Plan

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve February minutes, hear reports, and discuss upcoming events. The agenda includes a treasurer's report, a new coordinator announcement, and planning for a golf outing and Alcohol Awareness Month proclamation. No new business is listed.

• Treasurer's report: ending balance $85,959.42, disbursements $1,075.00 for Lifeskills Books, Character Education, Save the Dates, Parent Night Giveaways, Roar and Self Challenge Program
• New Alliance Coordinator: Kelsey Grenus
• Alcohol Awareness Month proclamation scheduled for March 28th at 8 PM
• Golf outing planning: basket items and day-of volunteers needed
• April 12th meeting moved to April 19th

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and the treasurer's report. The meeting primarily consisted of coordinator and committee updates regarding upcoming events and fundraising.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved treasurer's report showing ending balance of $85,959.42

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a consolidated bills list of $11,545,377.22, consenting to the transfer of an affordable housing project at Block 83, Lot 9 from PIRHL Developers to Conifer Realty, and awarding contracts for motor vehicle repair services. They will also introduce an ordinance amending land use definitions for building and lot coverage, and consider a change order for well rehabilitation. The meeting includes several board appointments and an executive session for personnel and attorney-client matters.

• Resolution R-23-55: Approves consolidated bills list of $11,545,377.22
• Resolution R-23-56: Consents to transfer of affordable housing project at Block 83, Lot 9 from PIRHL Developers to Freehold LIHTC Urban Renewal, LLC
• Resolution R-23-57: Consents to transfer of ownership of Freehold LIHTC Urban Renewal, LLC to Conifer Realty, LLC
• Ordinance O-23-3: Amends land use definitions for building coverage, lot coverage, and impervious surfaces
• Resolution R-23-54: Authorizes change order and final payment of $136,347.25 for Well No. 9 rehabilitation

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and resolutions regarding well rehabilitation and motor vehicle repairs. The committee also consented to affordable housing agreement transfers and a liquor license transfer. Three appointments were made to the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners.

• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $11,545,377.22 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-23-54 for Change Order No. 1 and final payment for Rehabilitation of Well No. 9 (5-0)
• Approved contracts for Motor Vehicle Repair Services (5-0)
• Approved transfer of affordable housing agreement for Block 83, Lot 9 from Pirhl Developers, LLC to Freehold LIHTC Urban Renewal, LLC (5-0)
• Approved transfer of ownership of Freehold LIHTC Urban Renewal, LLC to Conifer Realty, LLC (5-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Ruby Tuesday Operations LLC to Freehold One, LLC (5-0)
• Appointed Constance Roeder (Alternate 1) and John Meleo (Alternate 2) to the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-3 regarding Land Use definitions for March 28, 2023 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

This Parks & Recreation meeting has no associated agenda; the provided text indicates only that minutes should be reviewed. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no specific items to report.

The commission held a voucher meeting via email on March 8, 2023. The board voted to approve the submitted vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (7-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023, has been cancelled. All items that were noticed for that meeting will be carried over to the next regularly scheduled meeting on March 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• All noticed items carried to March 16, 2023 meeting

Shade Tree

This meeting has no associated agenda. The agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes instead. As a result, no specific items for decision or discussion are available for this meeting.

• No agenda items listed

The Commission approved the removal of a white pine and another tree at 39 Citation Drive. The board also rejected a tree removal permit for 1 Applewood Drive due to missing information.

• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Rejected tree removal permit for 1 Applewood Drive (missing DBH, genus, size, and species)
• Approved tree removal at 39 Citation Drive
• Determined no further action for Robertsville Road tree removal inquiry
• Tabled pruning on Stillwells Corner Road pending potential intern hire

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation board is holding a regular meeting with a light agenda. They will discuss old business, including a trust account, and new business covering playoff schedules, sports camp proposals, the senior center, park crew, and pickleball. The meeting is mostly discussion items with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Trust account discussion
• Playoff schedule
• Camp non-residents who work in Freehold Township
• Sports camps review/proposals
• Pickleball discussion

The Commission approved all vouchers on the February 22, 2023 bill list and accepted recommended pricing for resident camps. The body also maintained 2022 Green Acres fee rates for outside organizations.

• Approved all vouchers on the February 22, 2023 bill list (7-0-1)
• Approved resident camp pricing tiers for deadlines of 3/20/23, 5/1/23, and 6/1/23 (7-0-1)
• Maintained 2022 Green Acres fees for Soccer ($13,800), Little League ($7,750), and Football ($4,500)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is meeting to take formal action on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $751,544 contract to Precise Construction, Inc. for the 2023 Michael J. Tighe Park Improvements Project (splash pad, walkways, pickleball courts), appointing Matthew Barbieri as Township Tax Assessor, and approving a $2,144,800.99 consolidated bills list. The committee will also consider ordinances amending police officer qualifications and site plan procedures, and a shared services agreement with Mantoloking Borough for IT services. The meeting includes reports, proclamations, and an executive session on personnel and property acquisition.

• Award contract to Precise Construction, Inc. for $751,544 for Tighe Park splash pad, walkways, pickleball courts
• Appoint Matthew Barbieri as Township Tax Assessor effective March 1, 2023
• Approve consolidated bills list of $2,144,800.99
• Shared services agreement with Mantoloking Borough for IT services
• Ordinance O-23-2 amending site plan review to allow minor building modifications without Planning Board hearing

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda. The agenda text states that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the minutes instead. The body is the Freehold Township Historic Preservation commission, but no specific items are listed for decision or discussion.

• No agenda items listed

The Commission approved the previous meeting minutes and noted a $6,500 matching grant from Monmouth County for the Georgia Road Schoolhouse project. Members discussed ongoing research for the Wikoff Hill Burial Ground and upcoming historical events. The Commission also coordinated the sorting of artifacts from the West Freehold Village dig.

• Approved meeting minutes (Kevin Marshall and David Sieme)
• Approved use of Historic Preservation Operating Budget to remove a tree at Georgia Road Schoolhouse

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Commission accepted the treasurer's report and approved recurring monthly expenses. Members discussed costs for a fishing pier, lake bank restoration, and picnic area grills, and noted the receipt of $117,000 in grants for playground equipment and the exercise trail.

• Approved treasurer's report and recurring monthly expenses of $183.00
• Set work dates for March 4 and 18, 2023, for Osprey nest platform and picnic areas
• Tabled vote on January 18, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum

Environmental Commission

The agenda for this meeting is not provided; the public is directed to review the minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Commission issued a series of requirements and concerns regarding a proposed Wawa development at 275 Monmouth Road. The Commission also reviewed and expressed satisfaction with the response to previous comments for the Applewood 57 Solar project.

• Requested final septic design and soil composition data for Wawa project (275 Monmouth Road)
• Requested generator and electric vehicle charging station details for Wawa project
• Requested amended landscaping for the southern basin at Wawa project
• Requested maintenance plans for Wawa project grease traps and gasoline storage tanks
• Requested EIS expansion regarding septic system removal and rare species at Wawa project
• Approved response to previous comments for Applewood 57 Solar (1 Applewood Drive)

Board of Health

The Freehold Township Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive activity reports, and discuss new business. Key actions include a vote on a requested waiver for keeping chickens at 95 Princess Anne Dr., and a second reading, public hearing, and vote on Ordinance BOH 2023-01, which amends Chapter 150 (Fees). The board will also discuss property certification, accreditation, and a board dinner.

• Request waiver for chickens at 95 Princess Anne Dr.
• Ordinance BOH 2023-01 (Amending Chapter 150-Fees) - 2nd Reading, Public Hearing, Vote
• Property Certification discussion
• Accreditation revisit discussion
• Board dinner discussion

The Board approved a request to keep up to six chickens at a specific residential address. Members also passed a resolution regarding Public Health Priority Funding and approved minutes from two previous meetings.

• Approved chicken waiver for 361 East Freehold Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Public Health Priority Funding (6-0)
• Approved January 12, 2023 minutes
• Approved February 9, 2023 minutes

Parks & Recreation

The commission held a voucher meeting via email on February 8, 2023. The only substantive action taken was the approval of vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (6-0)

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve January minutes, hear a presentation from Sascha Duckenfield of 'We are the Future', and receive reports from the treasurer, chairman, coordinator, and subcommittees. The treasurer's report shows an ending balance of $86,984.42. No new business is listed.

• Treasurer's report: opening balance $86,084.42, revenues $2,120 (Flavor of Freehold), disbursements $1,220, ending balance $86,984.42
• Presentation by Sascha Duckenfield – 'We are the Future'
• Committee reports: Community Outreach, Fundraising (Golf Outing), Law Enforcement, Youth & Education Programs
• Next meeting set for March 8th at Freehold Township Board of Education Building

The Municipal Alliance Committee approved the meeting minutes and the treasurer's report. Members received updates on community outreach, fundraising for a May golf outing, and youth education programs.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Approved treasurer's report with ending balance of $86,984.42

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes designating two LLCs as redevelopers for the former 3M property on Willow Brook Road, authorizing a shared services agreement with Monmouth County for police communications, allowing aerial mosquito control, and awarding an HVAC maintenance contract. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel and attorney-client privileged matters.

• R-23-37: Designates 225 and 235 Willow Brook Rd, LLCs as redevelopers for the 3M property (Block 49, Lots 46.01 and 46.02) to build warehouses
• R-23-38: Authorizes shared services agreement with Monmouth County for police communication services
• R-23-39: Authorizes Monmouth County Mosquito Control to conduct aerial pesticide operations
• R-23-40: Awards HVAC maintenance contract to Siemens Industry, Inc. for up to $25,000
• R-23-36: Approves consolidated bills list totaling $15,576,861.77

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for February 2, 2023, has been cancelled. All items on the agenda will be carried over to the next regular meeting on February 16, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building.

• Meeting cancelled
• Items carried to February 16, 2023 meeting

Shade Tree

This meeting has no associated agenda; only minutes are available for review. The agenda is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive items to report.

The Shade Tree Commission approved a modified tree removal permit for a solar field project after the applicant agreed to save 12 oak trees. The commission also scheduled a site visit for a separate removal request at 39 Citation Drive. Members discussed plans for Fall 2023 street tree replacements and the potential hiring of a summer intern.

• Approved removal of trees at 181 Robertsville Road except for 12 oaks (Unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Scheduled site visit for 39 Citation Drive removal request for Monday at 10 a.m.

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to handle routine business including vouchers and leadership elections, and to discuss several operational items. Key topics include approving salaries for trust and camp staff, reviewing sports camp proposals, discussing park improvements, and setting fees for outside organizations, field use, and picnic permits.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Trust salaries approval
• Camp salaries for non-residents
• Sports camps review/proposals
• Outside Organization Green Acres Fee and Field Use/Picnic Permit fees

The Commission re-elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and approved the bill list of vouchers. Members approved recommended pricing for the 2023 camp season and designated liaisons for outside organizations.

• Re-elected Linda Jaye Molee as 2023 Chairman (7-0-1)
• Re-elected Rob Nitti as 2023 Vice Chairman (7-0-1)
• Approved all vouchers on the January 25, 2023 bill list (7-0-1)
• Approved recommended 2023 camp pricing (8-0-1)
• Approved recommended 2022 camp pricing (8-0-1)
• Named Outside Org Liaisons: Alissa Keegan (Travel), Chris Novella (Soccer), Rob Nitti (Baseball), Todd Rowohlt (Football)

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no associated agenda; only minutes are available for review. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no specific items to report.

The committee held a reorganization meeting to elect leadership and sign oaths of office. A hold harmless agreement was signed for the use of the Oakley property horse barn as storage.

• Approved minutes as written
• Elected Cheryl Polverino as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected David Sieme as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Signed hold harmless agreement for Center Players to use Oakley property horse barn for $250 per year

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a regular meeting to consider several items, including appointing a new police officer, amending police hiring qualifications and land use site plan rules, and approving various resolutions. The agenda includes routine financial approvals, a shared services agreement, and contract awards for water/sewer chemicals. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and legal matters.

• Resolution R-23-27 appointing Kara Antonides as Police Officer, effective January 24, 2023
• Ordinance O-23-1 amending police officer qualifications (Section 51-6) to allow temporary appointments without Civil Service exam until Dec 31, 2023
• Ordinance O-23-2 amending land use site plan applicability (Section 190-37) to allow minor building modifications without Planning Board hearing
• Resolution R-23-30 authorizing shared services agreement with Highland Park Borough for IT services
• Resolution R-23-32 awarding water/sewer chemical contracts totaling about $722,667.56 to multiple vendors

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and appointed Kara Antonides as a police officer. Two ordinances regarding police qualifications and land use were scheduled for public hearing on February 21, 2023. Several administrative resolutions were passed via a consent agenda.

• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $2,427,413.68 (5-0)
• Appointed Kara Antonides as Police Officer (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-1 (Police Department qualifications) for Feb 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-23-2 (Land Use site plan procedure) for Feb 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Reorganization Meeting Minutes from 1/6/2023 (4-0-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda including IT shared services with Highland Park Borough and 2022 budget transfers (5-0)
• Approved wireless communication facilities modification for Centerline Communications, LLC at 4340 Route 9 South (5-0)
• Authorized affordability assistance loan repayment agreement for 2509 Wyeth Drive (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting to swear in members, elect officers, adopt rules, and appoint the board attorney, planning consultants, and engineer for 2023. The agenda is procedural, with no substantive land-use decisions listed. A regular meeting will follow immediately.

• Oaths of office for new and returning board members, including Mayor Alan C. Walker and Lester A. Preston, Jr.
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary for 2023
• Adoption of Rules and Regulations (amended 1/17/19)
• Resolution designating Roger J McLaughlin as Planning Board Attorney
• Resolution designating Paul Phillips and Thomas A. Thomas as Planning Consultants

The Planning Board held its 2023 reorganization meeting to elect officers and appoint professional consultants. The board also adopted its rules of procedure and established the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Elected Jason Levy as Chairman (10-0)
• Elected John Bazzurro as Vice Chairman (10-0)
• Elected Robert Shortmeyer as Secretary (10-0)
• Adopted Rules, Regulations and Procedures as amended Jan 17, 2019 (10-0)
• Adopted 2023 Meeting Schedule and set 2024 Reorganization Meeting for Jan 18, 2024 (10-0)
• Appointed Roger McLaughlin, Esq. as Board Attorney for 2023 (10-0)
• Appointed Phillips Preiss, Grygiel, Leheny & Hughes as Planning Consultant for 2023 (10-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on January 19, 2023, to consider amended preliminary and final major site plan applications from BPI-Freehold, LLC (Brielle Orthopedics) and CentraState Healthcare System, both on West Main Street. The board will also vote on a resolution to defend itself in pending litigation with Briarwood Condominium Association, and continue a variance application for a home addition at 147 Pleasant Knoll Way.

• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan SP# 770-2-22, BPI-Freehold, LLC (Brielle Orthopedics), Block 86, Lot 5.02, 1043 West Main Street
• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan SP# 748-9-22, Variance VAR# 021-22, CentraState Healthcare System, Block 86, Lots 8, 8.01, 8.03, 901 West Main Street and Block 86, Lot 5.01, 1001 West Main Street
• Resolution authorizing Planning Board Attorney to file answers and defend the board in pending litigation (Briarwood Condominium Association, Inc. vs Freehold Township Planning Board and Chesterfield Holdings, LLC)
• Variance application VAR# 015-22, Scott Scherer, Block 30.12, Lot 10, 147 Pleasant Knoll Way: 380 sq. ft. addition, front yard setback variance (35' where 50' required), impervious coverage 31.1% (max 25%), FAR 0.195 (max 0.18)

The Board approved site plan resolutions for BPI-Freehold, LLC and Centrastate Healthcare System. It also authorized legal defense in a condominium association lawsuit and approved a variance for a residential addition at 147 Pleasant Knoll Way.

• Approved site plan resolution for BPI-FREEHOLD, LLC (Brierte Orthopedics) at 1043 West Main Street
• Approved site plan resolution for CENTRASTATE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM at 901 and 1001 West Main Street
• Approved resolution authorizing attorney to defend the Board in Briarwood Condominium Association, Inc. litigation
• Approved variance for Scott Scherer at 147 Pleasant Knoll Way to build a 380 sq. ft. addition with a deed restriction prohibiting rental

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission is meeting to handle routine business including minutes review, reorganization, correspondence, and the treasurer's report. Under old business, the commission will discuss lake restoration and 2023 projects, specifically a fishing pier and restoration of lake banks. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or decisions listed.

• Discussion of lake restoration
• 2023 projects: fishing pier
• 2023 projects: restoration of lake banks
• Treasurer's report / payment of bills
• Reorganization

The commission appointed its 2023 officers and approved the treasurer's report. Members discussed potential park improvements, including a fishing pier and security cameras, though no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved December 21, 2022 minutes
• Appointed Roger Kane as Chairman (All in favor)
• Appointed Bob Higley as Vice Chairman (All in favor)
• Appointed Joseph Luongo as Treasurer (All in favor)
• Appointed Lisa Tiedemann as Secretary (All in favor)
• Approved treasurer's report showing $7,353.18 balance as of Dec 31, 2022

Parks & Recreation

The commission held a voucher meeting via email. The board voted to approve the vouchers.

• Approved vouchers (5-0)

Board of Health

The Freehold Township Board of Health is holding its reorganization and regular meeting, where it will elect officers for 2023, adopt a meeting schedule, and hold a first reading of a fee amendment ordinance. The board will also discuss public health grants and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Nomination and election of officers for 2023
• Resolution to establish 2023 meeting schedule (FT BH 23-01)
• Ordinance 2022-01 Fee Amendments – First Reading
• Discussion of Public Health Grants
• Approval of November 10, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Health conducted its annual reorganization by electing a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. The Board also approved a 2023 meeting schedule and passed the first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 150 regarding fees.

• Elected Dr. Fabio Apolito as Chairperson for 2023
• Elected Eileen Allen as Vice-Chairperson for 2023
• Elected Dr. Alene Opatut as Secretary for 2023
• Approved Resolution FT BH 23-01 establishing the 2023 meeting schedule and official newspaper
• Approved first reading of Ordinance BOH 2023-01 to amend Chapter 150 (Fees)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Shade Tree

This meeting of the Freehold Township Shade Tree body has no associated agenda; the only available material is the minutes from prior meetings. The agenda text is procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.

• No agenda items listed

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Borough/Township Municipal Alliance Committee is meeting to approve December 2022 minutes, hear a presentation from Chris Naspo about All Kids One Field, and review financial reports. The treasurer's report shows an ending balance of $86,084.42, and the coordinator is requesting an additional $500 for the Roar/Self Care program. The committee will also discuss the 2023 meeting calendar, a chocolate fundraiser, and administer oaths of office to new members.

• Treasurer's report: ending balance $86,084.42, disbursements $531.99
• Request for additional $500 for Roar/Self Care program
• Presentation by Chris Naspo on All Kids One Field
• 2023 meeting calendar resolution and final schedule
• Oaths of office for Linda Altini, Jay Robinson, Lester Preston, George Baumann

The Municipal Alliance approved a $1,000 donation to All Kids One Field and $750 for the Roar and Self Care Challenge. The committee also approved the treasurer's report and the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved treasurer's report with ending balance of $86,084.42
• Approved $750.00 for Roar and Self Care Challenge
• Approved $1,000.00 from Noovie Movie funds for All Kids One Field
• Approved $50.00 Amazon Gift Card raffle for Parents Night

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is meeting to approve a consolidated bills list of $11,835,589.40, award contracts for an emergency notification system and an investment advisor, and authorize several agreements including an amended affordable housing settlement and a shared services agreement with Farmingdale Borough. The agenda also includes license renewals and an executive session on personnel, legal, and property matters.

• Consolidated bills list totaling $11,835,589.40
• Contract with Everbridge, Inc. for emergency notification system at $21,575.93
• Contract with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. for investment advisor services up to $35,000
• Amended Grossman settlement reducing affordable housing units from 16 to 12 at Stonehurst Condominium complex
• Shared services agreement with Farmingdale Borough for sign making and public works services

The Township Committee approved a consolidated bills list and a consent agenda containing several service and settlement contracts. The committee also renewed multiple business licenses and administered the oath of office to Maureen Fasano.

• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $11,835,589.40 (4-0)
• Approved contract for Emergency Notification System (4-0)
• Approved contract for Investment Advisor with Raymond James & Associates, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Grossman Amended Settlement Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Affordability Assistance Loan Repayment Agreement for 54 Grassmere Court, Unit 3 (4-0)
• Approved Shared Services Agreement with Farmingdale Borough for sign making and public works (4-0)
• Approved license renewals for Island Carousel, AMC Theater, Pine Cone Resort, A&A Truck Parts Inc, and Freehold American, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from 12/20/2022 (4-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review an application for a 3,305-square-foot Shake Shack with a drive-thru at 4331-4345 Route 9, replacing a Pier 1 store. A use variance is needed because drive-thrus are not allowed in the Commercial B-10 zone. The meeting is Monday, January 9, 2023, at 7:30 p.m., and formal action may be taken.

• Amended site plan application SP# 425-5-22 for Shake Shack at Pond Road Associates site
• Variance application VAR# 018-22 for a drive-thru, not permitted in Commercial B-10 Highway Development zone
• Proposed 3,305-square-foot quick service restaurant with drive-thru replacing existing Pier 1 building
• Review and approval of 2023 schedule of meeting dates

The Commission approved the schedule of meeting dates for 2023. The board also reviewed a site plan and variance application for a Shake Shack project and reported no comments or concerns.

• Approved 2023 schedule of meeting dates
• Reviewed Shake Shack project (Block 5, Lot 6 – 4331-4345 Route 9) with no comments or concerns

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect a mayor and deputy mayor, administer oaths, and make numerous appointments to boards and commissions. The committee will also vote on a series of resolutions, including the reappointment of key officials and the authorization of professional services contracts for 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, focusing on the annual start-of-year appointments and routine authorizations.

• Reappoint Anthony J. Vecchio as Municipal Court Prosecutor (R-23-1)
• Appoint Jeffrey C. Elsasser and Andrea DiGiovanni as Qualified Purchasing Agents and set bid threshold (R-23-5)
• Authorize 2023 professional services contracts, including $300,000 for Township Attorney and $215,000 for Real Estate/Tax Appeal Counsel (R-23-6)
• Adopt temporary budget for 2023 (R-23-12)
• Set interest rate on delinquent taxes (R-23-17)

The Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting to elect leadership and appoint officials for the 2023 term. The committee approved a temporary budget, professional service contracts, and numerous board appointments.

• Elected Alan C. Walker as Mayor (4-0)
• Elected Lester A. Preston, Jr. as Deputy Mayor (4-0)
• Approved 2023 temporary budget (R-23-12) (4-0)
• Authorized 28 professional services contracts for 2023 (R-23-6) (4-0)
• Reappointed Anthony J. Vecchio as Municipal Court Prosecutor (R-23-1) (4-0)
• Appointed Jeffery C. Elsasser and Andrea DiGiovanni as Qualified Purchasing Agents (R-23-5) (4-0)
• Reappointed Paul Vitale as Construction Official (R-23-4) (4-0)
• Designated Asbury Park Press and News Transcript as official newspapers (4-0)