Freehold public meetings in 2025

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will consider Ordinance O-25-26, which establishes salary ranges and compensation rules for township employees beginning in 2026. The agenda also includes several consent‑agenda resolutions, such as amendments to the employee handbook, 2025 budget transfers, and extensions of existing contracts. Additional items address a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center and other policy matters.

• Ordinance O-25-26 setting 2026 salary ranges for township employees, including police and public works positions
• Resolution R-25-311 amending the Township Employee Handbook
• Resolution R-25-312 authorizing 2025 budget transfers
• Resolution R-25-314 extending the water/sewer chemicals contract for one additional year
• Resolution R-25-318 authorizing a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center for affordable housing obligations

The Township Committee adopted the 2026 Salary Ordinance (O-25-26) and approved the consolidated bills list of $2,736,067.64. All consent agenda resolutions were passed, including amendments to the employee handbook, budget transfers, and a mediation agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center. The committee also approved 2026 license renewals for a campground, carousel, and junkyard. The meeting included an executive session on legal and personnel matters.

• Adopted 2026 Salary Ordinance O-25-26 (5-0)
• Approved consolidated bills list of $2,736,067.64 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions R-25-311 through R-25-318 (5-0)
• Approved 2026 license renewals for Pine Cone Resort, Island Carousel, and A&A Trucks Parts Inc. (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will consider an amended preliminary and final major site plan and a variance application for Tommy’s Tavern parking expansion at 3494 US Route 9. It will also consider an amended preliminary and final major subdivision plan and a D‑variance for the Renaissance Estates development at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd. The board will review recommendations from the Technical Review Committee and address any old business before adjourning.

• Amended site plan and variance for Tommy’s Tavern parking expansion, 3494 US Route 9
• Amended subdivision plan and D‑variance for Renaissance Estates, 793 Elton Adelphia Rd

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will meet to review minutes, handle correspondence, and receive the treasurer’s report. It will consider old‑business items such as lake restoration and 2025 work projects, then move to new‑business items, commissioner, volunteer and guest reports, and public comments. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of Minutes
• Treasurer’s Report / Payment of Bills
• Lake Restoration
• Work Projects 2025
• Public Comments

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on December 17, 2025. The motion was made by John Cerrato and seconded by Chris Novella. The vote was unanimous, with eight members voting aye and none voting nay or abstaining.

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

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been cancelled. All items on the agenda will be carried to the next regularly scheduled meeting on December 18, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled
• Items carried to next meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee will approve the November 2025 minutes and review the treasurer's report, which shows a $2,775 disbursement for substance abuse prevention programs and a current balance of $43,411.86. The committee will also discuss a $4,070 check for the Flavor of Freehold program and a $1,500 donation for substance abuse prevention.

• Approval of November 2025 minutes
• Treasurer's report: $2,775 disbursements
• Flavor of Freehold check ($4,070)
• Courtney Colford donation ($1,500)
• Police 'Hoagies for Heroes' donation ($1,000)

The committee approved the Treasurer’s report, confirming an ending balance of $43,411.86. A motion was passed to purchase merchandise for the ROAR program and allocate $200 for snacks. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Treasurer’s report (motion by Rev. Patricia Medley, seconded by Sharon Shutzer)
• Approved purchase of ROAR program merchandise and $200 snack funds (motion by Rev. Patricia Medley, seconded by Sharon Shutzer)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Annette Jordan, seconded by Sierra Thomas Craig)

Parks & Recreation

Jennifer Boutote-Patten moved to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account and John Cerrato seconded the motion. All eight commissioners present voted aye, with no abstentions or nays. The vouchers were approved.

• Approved Recreation Trust Account vouchers (8-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider Ordinance O-25-26, known as the “2026 Salary Ordinance,” which sets salary ranges for full-time classified positions, including police ranks and public works staff, beginning in 2026. The committee will also vote on several consent‑agenda resolutions, such as adding funds to the on‑call electrical services contract, extending the recycling contract with Interstate Waste Services, authorizing down‑payment assistance for an affordable unit at 44-4 Kinnoll Hill Court, and endorsing the township’s Stormwater Management Plan. A motion will be made to approve a deposit payment for the Lone Pine Landfill eminent‑domain funds.

• Ordinance O-25-26 – 2026 Salary Ordinance setting pay ranges for township employees
• Resolution R-25-301 – Add funds to Contract 25-8 for on‑call electrical services and repairs
• Resolution R-25-302 – Extend Contract 22-6 with Interstate Waste Services for recycling for one additional year
• Resolution R-25-303 – Authorize affordability down‑payment assistance for buyer of unit at 44-4 Kinnoll Hill Court
• Resolution R-25-307 – Endorse Freehold Township Stormwater Management Plan

The Committee adopted the Consolidated Bills List totaling $12,637,074.23. It also approved the 2026 Salary Ordinance setting salaries for township positions. All consent‑agenda resolutions, covering contracts, waste services, affordable‑housing assistance, storm‑water plan, and police equipment, were adopted. A payment was approved for the Eminent Domain fund deposit for the Lone Pine Landfill.

• Adopt Consolidated Bills List ($12,637,074.23) – Approved (5-0)
• Adopt 2026 Salary Ordinance – Approved (5-0)
• Adopt Consent‑Agenda Resolutions (R‑25‑301 to R‑25‑309) – Approved (5-0)
• Approve payment to court for Eminent Domain Funds deposit for Lone Pine Landfill – Approved (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will review a major site plan, a variance, and a conditional use permit for a proposed cemetery at 119 Ely Harmony Road. The proposal includes about 25,949 burial plots, a 576‑square‑foot maintenance garage, 227 parking spaces, and circulation improvements. The property is located in Residential (R‑80) and Rural Residential (R‑E) zones, where a cemetery is a conditional use only in the R‑E zone. Formal action may be taken.

• Review Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan Application SP# 927-25 for cemetery
• Review Variance Application VAR#012-25 (“D” variance) for cemetery
• Review Conditional Use Permit Application for 119 Ely Harmony Road Cemetery
• Consider approval of cemetery with ~25,949 plots, 576 sf garage, 227 parking spaces
• Discuss zoning status (R‑80 and R‑E) for the proposed cemetery

The commission reviewed the Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan, Variance, and Conditional Use Permit for 119 Ely Harmony Road Cemetery (Block 108, Lots 14 & 17 – 119 & 165 Ely Harmony Road). Members presented a list of 16 comments requesting additional information on tree removal, heritage trees, flood‑hazard verification, contour plans, buffers, trash management, utilities, landscaping, grading, lighting, soil management, and engineering assumptions. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will meet to consider site plan approvals and variance requests for two developments: a parking expansion for Tommy's Tavern and a subdivision amendment for Renaissance Estates at Freehold. The board will also hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Stormwater Management Plan Element.

• Tommy's Tavern parking expansion at 3494 US Route 9
• Renaissance Estates at Freehold subdivision variance at 793 Elton Adelphia Rd
• Public hearing on Stormwater Management Plan Element amendment
• Soil removal applications for both developments
• Amended site plan for Tommy's Tavern

Shade Tree

There is no agenda associated with this meeting. The document directs the public to review the minutes.

The commission approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the proposed 2026 regular meeting dates, changing the April meeting to April 8 due to religious holidays. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Martin, seconded by Mark)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule with April date changed to April 8 (motion by Stacey, seconded by Martin)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Kurt, seconded by Mark)

Parks & Recreation

Commission member Chris Novella moved to approve vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account and Linda Jay seconded the motion. All present members voted in favor, with no abstentions or nays. Alissa Keegan was absent.

• Approved vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account (7-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will consider Ordinance O-25-25, which amends Chapter 51, Section 51‑9 of the township's Revised General Ordinances to raise the maximum number of police captains from two to three and expand their duties. The committee will also vote on a series of resolutions covering shared service agreements, contract approvals, grant applications, and amusement‑game authorizations. Several resolutions involve contracts for waste receptacles, gas boilers, and software, as well as approvals for amusement games at the Freehold Raceway Mall and IPlay America.

• Ordinance O-25-25: Amend police department duties, increasing captains from two to three
• Resolution R-25-289: Approve amusement games for Dave & Busters at Space #N 100, Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 US Rt. 9 Unit 100 (Jan 1‑Dec 31 2026)
• Resolution R-25-291: Approve grant application and contract with NJ DOT for Willow Brook Road and Okerson Road roadway preservation project (LFIF 2026, project 00015)
• Resolution R-25-295: Authorize contract to purchase waste receptacles for Parks & Recreation via Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission Cooperative Purchasing Program (#34HUNCCP), Contract HCESC‑CA‑22‑04
• Resolution R-25-298: Authorize contract to purchase, demolish, and install two gas boilers for the Municipal Building via Educational Services Commission of NJ (#65MCESCCPS), Contract 25/26‑20‑HV‑RI

The Township Committee approved a resolution excluding the public from discussion of attorney‑client privileged matters, including affordable housing, property acquisitions, redevelopment, and staffing levels. The Committee also adopted Ordinance O‑25‑25 amending police department duties, approved a Consolidated Bills List totaling $4,831,169.77, and adopted a consent agenda covering numerous shared‑service agreements and other resolutions. All votes were unanimous with Committeeman Ammiano absent.

• Adopted resolution to exclude public from attorney‑client privileged matters (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑25‑25 amending Police Department duties (unanimous aye)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List for $4,831,169.77 (unanimous aye)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions authorizing multiple shared‑service agreements (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution authorizing 2025 budget transfers (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution authorizing electronic tax sales (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution authorizing grant applications for roadway preservation and police surveillance (unanimous aye)
• Approved Resolution authorizing contracts for waste receptacles, computer equipment, and gas boilers (unanimous aye)

Lake Topanemus Commission

The commission will review the previous meeting’s minutes and handle routine correspondence. It will receive the treasurer’s report and consider payment of outstanding bills. Old business includes discussion of lake restoration and 2025 work projects, while new business and various reports will be presented. The meeting will also allow public comments before adjourning.

• Review of Minutes
• Treasurer’s Report / Payment of Bills
• Lake Restoration (old business)
• Work Projects 2025 (old business)
• Public Comments

Historic Preservation

There is no agenda associated with this meeting. The document directs the public to review the minutes.

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the meeting minutes. It agreed to recommend prospective member Tom Caiazza to the Township Committee. Chair Polverino was tasked with photographing new items for an insurance update. The commission also set the dates for its 2026 meetings.

• Minutes approved (by David Seme and Kevin Marshall)
• Recommend Tom Caiazza as new commission member to Township Committee
• Chair Polverino to photograph new items and send to Township Administrator for insurance update
• 2026 meeting dates scheduled: 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/20, 5/18, 6/15, 7/20, 8/17, 10/19, 11/16

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Freehold Township Planning Board scheduled for November 13, 2025, has been cancelled. All noticed items will be carried to the next meeting on December 4, 2025.

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee will review its financial report and discuss opioid prevention programs funded by Monmouth County. The group will also plan a May fundraiser and update its social media presence.

• Treasurer's report: Ending balance $46,186.86
• Disbursements: $9,625 for Mykee Fowlin Presentations, Unity Day Program, and Golf cart clings
• NJ Elks Path to Leadership Conference funded by Monmouth County Opioid Settlement
• Golf Outing scheduled for May 18th
• Next meeting set for December 10th

The committee approved the October 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to accept the Treasurer's Report, showing an opening balance of $55,811.86 and ending balance of $46,186.86 after $9,625 in disbursements, was also approved. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Approved Treasurer's Report showing balances and disbursements (motion approved)
• Motion to adjourn approved

Parks & Recreation

Commission member Chris Novella moved to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on November 12, 2025, and Nancy Valente seconded the motion. All eight commissioners present voted in favor. The motion passed with an 8‑0 vote and the vouchers were approved.

• Approved Recreation Trust Account vouchers (8-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is considering the adoption of a redevelopment plan for the 18.5-acre Nestle site on Jerseyville Avenue. The body will also discuss the 2026 meeting schedule and sub-committee assignments.

• Ordinance O-25-24: Adopting a Redevelopment Plan for Block 43, Lots 28-34 (Nestle Site)
• Resolution R-25-237: Designating Block 62, Lots 1-3 and Block 69.01, Lot 18.03 as an Area in Need of Redevelopment
• Resolution R-25-239: Contract for a 20’ X 20’ square shelter for the Michael J. Tighe Tennis Pavilion
• Resolution R-25-242: Contract for a signal control beacon at Pond Road and Waterworks Road
• Ordinance O-25-25: Amending Police Department duties and responsibilities (Section 51-9)

The Committee approved a resolution to hold an executive session on attorney‑client privilege and personnel matters. It adopted the Nestle Site redevelopment ordinance, approved a $40,191,332.12 consolidated bills list, and passed several consent‑agenda resolutions covering property designations, contracts, and salary changes. Additional actions included adopting a planning‑board report resolution, scheduling a police‑duties ordinance hearing, and approving 2026 sub‑committee assignments.

• Approved resolution to go into Executive Session on privileged and personnel matters (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Approved previous regular and executive meeting minutes (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Mayor Fasano; Walker abstained)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-235 acknowledging receipt of Planning Board Report (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-24 adopting redevelopment plan for the Nestle Site (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Approved Resolution R-25-236 consolidating bills list totaling $40,191,332.12 (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-25 amending police department duties, set for public hearing on Nov. 25 (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-237 through R-25-243 covering property designation, salary amendments, contracts, and tax overpayment (unanimous AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano)
• Approved 2026 Sub‑Committee Assignments (decision recorded as approved)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, November 10, 2025 was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm. No agenda items were presented.

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider several applications, including variance requests for properties on Leiden Road, Shore Point Drive, and West Main Street. It will also review the major site‑plan, subdivision and variance package for the Estates at Brock Farms development that proposes 160 housing units and soil‑fill work. The board is scheduled to adopt Resolution O‑25‑24, an ordinance adopting the Nestle Plant Site Redevelopment Plan for approximately 18.5 acres on Jerseyville Avenue.

• Resolution O‑25‑24 adopting the Nestle Plant Site Redevelopment Plan (Block 43, Lots 28‑34, ~18.5 acres) on Jerseyville Avenue
• Variance Application VAR #008‑25 for Joseph V. Mauti, Block 91.02, Lot 15 – 40 Leiden Road
• Variance Application VAR #030‑24 for Silver Shore Land Co., LLC, Block 78, Lot 2.01 – 100 Shore Point Drive
• Variance Application VAR #017‑24 for 315 West Main Street, LLC, Block 69.05, Lot 35.03 – 315 West Main Street
• Major Site Plan, Subdivision and Variance Package VAR #025‑23 for Estates at Brock Farms (160 units, monument sign variance, soil fill/removal)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will consider Resolution O-25-24, an ordinance adopting the Nestle Plant Site Redevelopment Plan for Block 43, Lots 28‑34 on Jerseyville Avenue (approximately 18.5 acres). The board will also review major site‑plan, subdivision and variance applications for the Estates at Brock Farms development, which seeks 160 dwelling units and related infrastructure. Formal action may be taken on these items at the November 6, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution O-25-24: Ordinance adopting Nestle Site Redevelopment Plan (Block 43, Lots 28‑34, ~18.5 acres) on Jerseyville Avenue
• Variance Application VAR#025-23 for Estates at Brock Farms (monument signs at main entrances)
• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan Application SP#835-1-23 for Estates at Brock Farms
• Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision Application SD#471-1-23 for Estates at Brock Farms (160 dwelling units)
• Soil Removal/Fill Application SR#06-25: import ~75,078 cubic yards of fill and remove 169,813 cubic yards

Shade Tree

The township did not publish an agenda for the November 5, 2025 meeting. Attendees are directed to review the meeting minutes for any decisions or discussions that occurred. No specific items were listed in the agenda document.

The Shade Tree Commission approved the Boswell Engineering report for tree removal and replacement on the JCPL Smithburg Substation site, authorizing $243,720 in costs. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted during this session.

• Approved Boswell Engineering report for tree removal/replacement ($243,720) (motion passed)
• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tree appeal hearing resulted in recommendations; no removal permit granted

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review old business regarding a stage and Halloween events, and discuss new business including the Senior Center, basketball, and a new playground project.

• Review of MJT Park video tour
• Discussion of Senior Center project
• Discussion of basketball improvements
• Discussion of My Playground project
• Introduction of Freehold Township Little League president

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the vouchers presented, approved the minutes from the September 24 and October 8 meetings, and adjourned the regular meeting. All votes were unanimous. The commission also announced that the Senior Center will be closed for three weeks starting November 5 for renovations.

• Approved vouchers (8-0)
• Approved minutes for 9/24/2025 and 10/8/2025 (8-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (8-0)
• Senior Center closure for three weeks beginning Nov 5 scheduled

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will meet on Oct 21, 2025 at Borough Hall to review minutes, handle correspondence, and receive the treasurer’s report. The commission will discuss old‑business items including lake restoration and 2025 work projects, and consider new business and various reports. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

• Review of minutes
• Treasurer’s report and payment of bills
• Lake restoration (old business)
• Work projects for 2025 (old business)
• Public comments

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine resolutions such as a consolidated bills list, a temporary certificate of occupancy for 245 Willow Brook Road, and amendments to grant and budget items. The committee will also adopt an ordinance that implements a redevelopment plan for the Nestle site identified as Block 43, Lots 28‑34 on the township tax map. In the discussion segment, members will set the 2026 meeting schedule and sub‑committee assignments.

• R-25-228 – Resolution approving consolidated bills list
• O-25-24 – Ordinance adopting redevelopment plan for the Nestle site (Block 43, Lots 28‑34)
• R-25-229 – Resolution authorizing temporary certificate of occupancy for 245 Willow Brook Road, with a $22,885.20 guarantee
• R-25-230 – Resolution amending a grant acceptance from the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund
• R-25-231 – Resolution amending the 2025 budget to modify the Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund grant

The Freehold Township Committee approved a resolution to hold an executive session and exclude the public from discussion of attorney‑client privilege, affordable housing, wireless facilities, and personnel matters. It also adopted the $11,486,013.29 consolidated bills list and moved a redevelopment ordinance for the Nestle Site to a public hearing on November 10, 2025. All consent‑agenda resolutions were adopted and the prior meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved executive‑session resolution to exclude public on specified matters (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Walker, Mayor Fasano; NAYS: none)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List $11,486,013.29 (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Mayor Fasano; NAYS: none; absent Walker)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-24 (Redevelopment plan for Nestle Site) to public hearing on Nov 10 2025 (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Mayor Fasano; NAYS: none; absent Walker)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R‑25‑229 through R‑25‑234 (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Mayor Fasano; NAYS: none; absent Walker)
• Approved minutes for 9/16/2025 and 10/7/2025 (AYES: Ammiano, Cook, Preston, Mayor Fasano; NAYS: none; absent Walker)

Historic Preservation

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

The Historic Preservation Commission voted to accept the Wow 1 Day Painting contract for $5,600 to repaint the schoolhouse after window work, using funds from the 2026 budget. A unanimous vote approved $1,200 to purchase historic signage, with payment to be sent to Purchasing. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Wow 1 Day Painting contract for $5,600 (vote passed)
• Allocated 2026 budget funds for schoolhouse painting contract
• Approved $1,200 historic signage purchase (unanimous vote)

Planning Board

The Freehold Planning Board will review two variance applications: VAR# 008-25 submitted by Joseph V. Mauti for a front porch at 40 Leiden Road, and VAR# 030-24 submitted by Silver Shore Land Co. for 100 Shore Point Drive. The board will also consider the amended preliminary and final major site plan (SP# 754-4-24) and related engineering and architectural documents for the Shore Point Drive project. Items such as waivers of statutory time limits and escrow maintenance forms are also on the agenda.

• Variance application VAR# 008-25 – front porch addition at 40 Leiden Road
• Variance application VAR# 030-24 – Silver Shore Land Co. at 100 Shore Point Drive
• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan (SP# 754-4-24) for 100 Shore Point Drive
• Engineer’s Report for Water & Sewer for 100 Shore Point Drive
• Waiver of statutory time limits for both applications

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee meeting on Oct 8, 2025 will consider several reports and votes. Members will vote on funding for Freehold High School “Why Try” LLD sessions ($150 per class, $900 total) and on “Why Try” girls and boys groups ($150 each for five boys and five girls). The Treasurer’s Report will be approved, showing an opening balance of $59,111.86, a $3,300 disbursement for Lifeskills books, and an ending balance of $55,811.86. Additional items include a $25,000 grant replacement from each municipality to a trust fund and a $100‑per‑hour venue rental for a January 22 bingo event at the Knights of Columbus.

• Vote on Freehold HS Why Try Classes LLD Sessions ($150 per class, $900 total)
• Vote on Freehold HS Why Try Girls & Boys Groups ($150 each for 5 boys and 5 girls)
• Treasurer’s Report disbursement of $3,300 for Lifeskills books
• Trust fund grant replacement of $25,000 each from Township and Borough
• Bingo venue rental at Knights of Columbus $100 per hour on Jan 22

Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account. The motion was made by John Cerrato and seconded by Alissa Keegan. The vote was 7‑0 in favor, with all listed members voting aye and no abstentions or nays.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (7-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will vote on several resolutions, including an ordinance to purchase Block 9, Lots 5, 7.01 and 12 at 34 Topanemus Lane for $1,400,000. Other items include a consolidated bills list, certification of the 2024 audit, and contracts for police license‑plate cameras, senior‑center renovations, a hazardous‑discharge grant, and wireless communication facilities.

• Ordinance O-25-23: authorize purchase of Block 9, Lots 5, 7.01, 12 at 34 Topanemus Lane for $1,400,000
• Resolution R-25-219: award contract for vehicle license‑plate recognition cameras to Omnia Partners Cooperative
• Resolution R-25-220: amend contract for Senior Center renovations
• Resolution R-25-221: accept grant for hazardous discharge site remediation at 1075 West Main Street
• Resolution R-25-225: approve wireless communication facilities modification for Cingular Wireless (AT&T) at 115 Dutch Lane Road

The Committee voted unanimously to enter an executive session. It approved the September 2 workshop and executive meeting minutes, adopted Ordinance O‑25‑23 to purchase several parcels on Topanemus Lane, and adopted Resolution R‑25‑217 authorizing a consolidated bills list totaling $19,469,732.13. The consent agenda containing ten additional resolutions, including audit certification and contract awards, was also adopted unanimously.

• Approved move to Executive Session (unanimous)
• Approved Workshop and Executive Meeting Minutes for 9/2/2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-23 authorizing purchase of Block 9, Lots 5, 7.01 and 12 at 34 Topanemus Lane (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-217 Consolidated Bills List for $19,469,732.13 (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-218 through R-25-227 (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review an amended preliminary and final major site plan application for The Willows at Jackson Mills Road. The proposal involves constructing 46 affordable residential units and a community building on 17.44 acres.

• Review of SP# 910-1-24: The Willows at Jackson Mills Road (Block 83, Lot 9)
• Proposed construction of four multi-family residential buildings with 46 units
• Proposed community building and passive recreational amenities
• Project location: 17.44 acres in the M-9 zone

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission met on October 6, 2025, chaired by Tom Moskal. Commissioners William Lombardi, Brian Dougherty, Linda Lopes, Steve Leone, Anthony Ammiano, and Tom Moskal were present. They reviewed the amended preliminary and final major site plan (SP# 910-1-24) for The Willows at Jackson Mills Road and reported no comments or concerns. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

• Reviewed amended preliminary & final major site plan for The Willows at Jackson Mills Road – no comments or concerns

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission will review vouchers and approve minutes from August meetings. It will discuss ongoing projects such as the stage, Durand Park and MJT Park video tour, Field #2, and the senior center. New business includes planning a golf outing, a Halloween event on October 22, and setting fees for the basketball program. The meeting will conclude with an open public forum.

• Vouchers – 9/24/2025
• Halloween event – October 22
• Basketball program fees
• Stage (old business)
• Field #2 (old business)

The Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the vouchers and the minutes from the August and September meetings. It voted not to raise basketball program fees this year and not to increase senior‑center membership fees for 2026. The commission also scheduled the Halloween celebration for October 22, 3:30‑6 p.m., and confirmed the golf outing will proceed rain or shine.

• Approved vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 8/27/2025 & 9/10/2025 (unanimous)
• Decided not to raise basketball program fees for 2025
• Decided not to increase senior center membership fees for 2026
• Scheduled Halloween event for Oct 22, 3:30‑6 p.m.
• Confirmed golf outing will occur rain or shine unless course changes
• Planned Fright Fest for Oct 18

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will consider several resolutions, including amended preliminary and final major site plans for two commercial projects, a variance application for Gravel Hill Road, an extension of time request for a minor subdivision, and an amended subdivision proposal on Monmouth Road. Formal action may be taken on each item. Members eligible to vote are listed for each agenda item.

• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan SP#657-4-24 for 2G Halls Mill Road, LLC – Commerce Park of Freehold, Block 49, Lot 1.01 – 101 Halls Mill Road
• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan SP#629-4-24 for Juniper Plaza Associates, Ltd., Block 72, Lots 90.03 & 90.04 – 3499 Route 9 North
• Variance Application VAR#012-24 for James Link – Block 89, Lot 1 – 82 Gravel Hill Road
• Extension of Time #1 for Minor Subdivision SD#856-3-24 (John Fitzpatrick) – 100 Clover Court
• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Subdivision SD#563-1-25 for Sebastian Witkowski – 371, 377 & 381 Monmouth Road

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will meet to review financial reports and previous minutes. The body is scheduled to discuss old business regarding lake restoration and 2025 work projects.

• Lake Restoration
• Work Projects 2025
• Treasurer’s Report and payment of bills

Township Committee

The Township Committee is considering the purchase of property at 34 Topanemus Lane for open space or public purposes. The body is also awarding several infrastructure and equipment contracts and designating a new redevelopment area.

• Proposed purchase of Block 9, Lots 5, 7.01 and 12 at 34 Topanemus Lane for $1,400,000.00
• Contract award to Earle Asphalt Company for Stillwells Corner Road project for $1,051,513.13
• Designation of Block 43, Lots 28-34 as an Area in Need of Redevelopment
• Grant application for interior expansion of the Freehold Township Senior Center
• Release of performance guarantees for The Brooks at Freehold subdivision

Historic Preservation

The Freehold Historic Preservation Committee did not provide an agenda for the September 15, 2025 meeting. Attendees are directed to review the meeting minutes for any decisions or discussions.

The commission decided to fund small signage for the Scott Higgins area from its capital budget this year. It will refer the 136 Monmouth Road landmark property to the Township Code Enforcement and Court system for further action. The Heritage Society scheduled a tour of Wikoff Hill Cemetery for October 30, 2025. The September 14 Fall Festival at Oakley Farm generated over $1,000 in profit.

• Fund small signage for Scott Higgins location from FTHPC Capital Budget (approved)
• Refer 136 Monmouth Road landmark property to Township Code Enforcement and Court (action planned)
• Schedule Heritage Society Tour of Wikoff Hill Cemetery on Oct 30, 2025 (approved)
• Report Fall Festival profit of $1,000.00 (recorded, no action required)

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee will review the Treasurer’s Report showing the current financial position. It will discuss volunteer needs for Back to School Nights and announce the FAHD Spanish QPR Training on 9/29. The meeting also notes upcoming fundraisers, including Flavor of Freehold on Oct. 8‑9 and a Bingo fundraiser in March.

• Treasurer’s Report: opening balance $61,109.56; total revenues $19,735.00; total disbursements $21,732.70; ending balance $59,111.86
• Volunteers needed for Back to School Nights (dates and times listed for several schools)
• FAHD Spanish QPR Training scheduled for 9/29
• Flavor of Freehold fundraiser planned for Oct. 8 & Oct. 9
• Bingo fundraiser planned for March

The Freehold Alliance approved the May 2025 minutes and the treasurer’s financial report. The board voted to fund the Wellspring Prevention Unity Day/Peer Leadership Training with $1,750. It also approved a $200 sponsorship of the Crop Hunger Walk, adding the Alliance name and CredibleMind QR code to the event t‑shirt. All future programs will be decided by vote.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (motion by Mary Cozzolino, seconded by Margy Jahn)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report showing ending balance $59,111.86 (motion by Renata Brand, seconded by Rev. Pat Medley)
• Approved $1,750 funding for Wellspring Prevention Unity Day/Peer Leadership Training (motion by Jeff Friedman, seconded by Lester Preston)
• Approved $200 sponsorship for Crop Hunger Walk with Alliance name on t‑shirt (motion by Annette Jordan, seconded by Sharon Shutzer)
• Adopted policy that all Alliance programs will be decided by vote (agreement by group)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Jeff Friedman, seconded by Annette Jordan)

Parks & Recreation

The commission voted to approve the vouchers for the September 10, 2025 Recreation Trust Account. The motion was made by Chris Novella and seconded by Alissa Keegan. All seven members present voted in favor, with no abstentions or opposition.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (7-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review two development applications. These include a large mixed-use project at US Route 9 and W. Main St. and a car dealership parking expansion on Throckmorton Street.

• Review of SP# 911-1-23: mixed-use center with 75,233 sf of commercial/retail and 660 residential units at US Route 9 & W. Main St.
• Proposed public right-of-way extension of Trotters Way from US Route 9 to W. Main Street
• Review of SP# 654-1-25: expansion of Throckmorton Vehicle Storage at 257-259 Throckmorton Street
• Proposed addition of 453 parking spaces at 257-259 Throckmorton Street
• Variance request for off-street parking deficiency at the US Route 9 & W. Main St. project

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission met on September 8, 2025 and reviewed several site‑plan and subdivision applications. The commission requested additional information on vegetation protection during sanitary‑sewer upgrades, the sewer capacity report, landscaping and bus‑stop designs, curbing on Throckmorton Street, protection of environmentally sensitive areas, future utility plans, and a soil‑erosion permit for the Throckmorton Vehicle Storage variance. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will consider several land-use applications at its September 4, 2025 meeting, including amended site plans for warehouse expansions, a pickleball facility, and a power company laydown yard. The board may also discuss a redevelopment report for the former Nestle Plant site and receive technical committee recommendations.

• Amended site plan for 4,607 sf office mezzanine addition at 101 Halls Mill Road (Commerce Park of Freehold)
• Variance relief for non-compliant signage colors at 101 Halls Mill Road
• Site Plan Waiver Application for pickleball facility at 220 Trotters Way (Block 69.01, Lot 18.09)
• Major site plan and D-variance for Jersey Central Power & Light laydown yard at 82-84 Hendrickson Road
• Minor subdivision and multiple D-variances proposed for 82 Gravel Hill Road residential lot

Shade Tree

The Freehold Shade Tree Committee meeting scheduled for September 3, 2025, has no agenda items listed. Residents are directed to review the meeting minutes instead of an agenda.

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved a motion to accept the heritage‑tree appraisal and require the homeowner at 256‑268 Jackson Mills Road to pay $31,573.11, including removal fees. Permit requests for tree work at three other properties were denied. The commission decided the fall tree replacement plan will remain a one‑year requirement.

• Approved payment of $31,573.11 to homeowner for heritage tree removal (unanimous)
• Homeowner required to pay $3,000 removal fee per tree and appraised values as outlined
• Denied tree removal permit for Gokey at 6 Chatham Ridge Drive
• Denied tree removal permit for Marinella at 896 Waterworks Road
• Denied tree removal permit for Nelson at 18 Castle Drive
• Decided to keep fall tree replacement plan at a one‑year term
• Adjourned meeting at 9:25 p.m.

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will vote on releasing $677,355 in performance guarantees for the Brooks at Freehold subdivision, subject to new maintenance guarantees. The meeting will also consider extending leaf-disposal contracts, approving a shared-services agreement for public health with Hightstown Borough, and cancelling $11,974 in taxes for disabled veterans.

• Release $677,355 in performance guarantees for Brooks at Freehold subdivision at 161 Three Brooks Road, subject to $300,382 maintenance guarantee
• Extend leaf-disposal contracts with Dancer Farms ($80,000) and Gibson Farms ($46,000) for one year
• Approve shared-services agreement with Hightstown Borough for public health services
• Cancel $11,974 in taxes for 100% disabled veterans at 15 Heritage Drive and 11 Buttonwood Lane
• Issue new shopping mall liquor license to Kura Sushi USA, Inc.

The Committee voted to enter Executive Session to discuss attorney‑client privileged matters. It then approved a $113,874,914.53 consolidated bills list and authorized an ordinance releasing performance guarantees for the Brooks at Freehold subdivision. All six consent‑agenda resolutions were adopted without opposition.

• Approved Executive Session resolution on attorney‑client privilege matters (4‑0)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List $113,874,914.53 (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance O‑25‑22 releasing performance guarantees for Brooks at Freehold (5‑0)
• Adopted six consent‑agenda resolutions covering leaf‑disposal contract extension, shared health services agreement with Hightstown, tax overpayment for disabled veterans, opioid settlement budget amendment, hazard‑mitigation plan adoption, and new liquor license for Kura Sushi USA (5‑0)

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission will review payroll vouchers and hold discussions on park facilities and seasonal events. The meeting includes scheduled time for outside organizations to present.

• SYWEP Payroll vouchers for 7/30/2025, 8/15/2025, and 8/30/2025
• Presentations from Freehold Soccer and Freehold Twp. Little League
• Discussion on Durand Park and MJT Park video tour
• Updates on the Senior Center and Field #2
• Planning for Halloween and a golf outing

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the SYWEP payroll vouchers and the minutes from previous meetings. It received $187,000 in SYWEP funding for counselor payroll and kept Challenger Program fees unchanged for the next season. The commission ordered the immediate closure of Field #2 for repairs and planned aeration of Field 6 in late September. It also scheduled the Halloween in the Park event for Oct. 22 and will coordinate a senior‑center liaison meeting.

• Approved SYWEP payroll vouchers (all members in favor)
• Approved minutes for 7/23/2025 & 8/13/2025 (all members in favor)
• Received $187,000 SYWEP funding for counselor payroll
• Challenger Program fees will remain the same for upcoming season
• Closed Field #2 immediately and ordered repairs
• Sue will request aeration of Field 6 in late September
• Scheduled Halloween in the Park event for Oct. 22
• Sue will coordinate with senior center director Mike to attend a meeting

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider several time-extension requests for major site plans and subdivisions, as well as a site plan waiver for converting a retail space into an indoor pickleball facility. The board may also discuss technical review committee recommendations and old/new business.

• Time Extension #2 for Chesterfield Apartments site plan (SP#374-2-20) at 210 Harding Rd
• Time Extension #1 for Minor Subdivision (SD#906-23) at 75 Waterworks Road
• Site Plan Waiver for indoor pickleball facility (SP#923-25) at 220 Trotters Way
• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan for Freehold Raceway Mall signage (SP#458-5-24) at 3710 Route 9
• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan for Jersey Central Power & Light laydown yard (SP#557-1-25) at 82-84 Hendrickson Road

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee will meet on August 19, 2025, to decide on a revised ordinance that introduces automatic annual increases of 1.4% for sewer and water fees starting October 1, 2025. The meeting will also address routine operational items, including tax lien resolutions, senior center renovation contracts, and surplus property sales.

• Revised ordinance amending sewer and water fees with 1.4% annual increases starting October 1, 2025
• Resolution awarding contract for Senior Center Renovations Project
• Resolution accepting bid for Kura Sushi USA Inc. liquor license for shopping mall
• Resolution authorizing sale of surplus property via internet auction
• Resolution directing Planning Board to assess redevelopment potential for Block 62, Lots 1, 2, 3 and Block 69.01, Lot 18.03

The Committee adopted a resolution to exclude the public from discussing attorney‑client privileged matters. It approved the July 29 minutes, adopted Ordinance O-25-20 amending sewer and water fees, and approved a $14,309,917.30 consolidated bills list. The consent agenda containing ten separate resolutions was also adopted.

• Adopted resolution to exclude public from attorney‑client privileged topics (unanimous)
• Approved July 29, 2025 regular and executive meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-20 amending sewer and water fee sections (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List $14,309,917.30 (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-189 through R-25-199 covering senior center contract, software contract, tax lien, budget amendments, redevelopment agreement, liquor license, surplus property sale, tax overpayment, and planning board study (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on August 13, 2025. The motion was made by John Cerrato and seconded by Jennifer Boutote‑Patten. All eight members present voted in favor, with no abstentions or nays.

• Approved Recreation Trust Account vouchers (8‑0 vote)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 8, 2025 at 7:30pm.

Planning Board

The regular meeting of the Freehold Township Planning Board scheduled for August 7, 2025, has been cancelled. All noticed items will be carried to the next meeting on August 21, 2025.

Township Committee

The Township Committee is reviewing two bond ordinances to fund general and water/sewer capital improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on fee amendments, budget modifications for hazardous site grants, and a financial agreement with Lone Pine Re Urban Renewal, LLC.

• O-25-17: Bond ordinance for general improvements appropriating $8,137,000
• O-25-18: Bond ordinance for water/sewer improvements appropriating $8,448,000
• O-25-20: Ordinance amending fees for sewers and water
• O-25-19: Financial agreement for payments in lieu of taxes with Lone Pine Re Urban Renewal, LLC
• R-25-180: Contract award for the Durand Park Site Improvements Project

The Committee approved three bond ordinances totaling $16,585,000 for capital, water and sewer projects, and adopted a financial agreement for the Lone Pine Re Urban Renewal project. It also approved a utility easement for the Main Street development plan and adopted a resolution to exclude the public from certain sensitive discussions. An ordinance to amend sewer and water fees was tabled, and a change order for a pavement overlay program was approved.

• Adopted resolution to exclude public from discussion of personnel, attorney‑client, redevelopment, affordable housing, and collective bargaining matters
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-17 authorizing $8,137,000 in bonds for various capital improvements
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-18 authorizing $8,448,000 in bonds for water and sewer capital improvements
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-19 authorizing a financial agreement with Lone Pine Re Urban Renewal, LLC
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-21 accepting off‑site utility easement for Main Street development plan
• Tabled Ordinance O-25-20 amending Chapter 150 sewer and water fee sections
• Adopted Resolution R-25-178 approving Change Order No. 2 and final payment for the 2024 pavement overlay program
• Appointed Christian Rutt as a member of the Board of Health

Parks & Recreation

The commission is meeting to review camp updates, senior center matters, and the allocation of proceeds from Freehold Township Day. Members will also discuss splash pads, concerts, and movies in the park.

• Allocation of proceeds from Freehold Township Day
• Discussion on splash pads
• Planning for Movie in the Park and concerts
• Updates on the Senior Center
• Review of electric bikes and scooters

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved allocating the $3,470 beer garden proceeds from Township Day toward purchasing prizes for the upcoming golf outing. It also approved SYWEP payroll vouchers and the minutes from June 25 and July 9, 2025 (with one abstention). A subcommittee was created to schedule movies and concerts in the park, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved SYWEP payroll vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved June 25 and July 9, 2025 minutes (1 abstention)
• Approved allocating beer garden proceeds to golf outing prizes (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee (Nick Fasano, Jennifer Boutote‑Patten, John Cerrato) to develop movie and concert schedule
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will meet to review financial reports and previous minutes. The body will discuss ongoing lake restoration and scheduled work projects for 2025.

• Lake Restoration
• Work Projects 2025
• Treasurer’s Report and payment of bills

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss updating water and sewer fees and establishing an automatic 1.4% annual increase. The body is also considering a utility easement for the M&M at Main Street development and several contract payments.

• O-25-20: Ordinance to implement a one-time 2025 rate increase for water and sewer and a 1.4% annual compounded increase
• O-25-21: Ordinance accepting an off-site utility easement from Freehold Lodging Realty, LLC for Block 71, lot 19
• R-25-168: Final payment of $218,865.01 for the 2022-2023 Pavement Preservation Program
• R-25-169: Final payment for the Raceway Mall Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation
• R-25-177: Amended Developer’s Agreement for Sally Kowalski and Josak, LLC at Block 45, Lot 2, Crow Hill Road

The Committee unanimously approved the Consolidated Bills List totaling $3,520,916.99 (Resolution R‑25‑170). It also adopted several resolutions, including change orders for pavement and water‑storage contracts and a consent agenda covering contracts, uniform extensions, a budget amendment, and developer agreements. The agenda was amended to add item 6A/O‑25‑21 and two ordinances (O‑25‑20 and O‑25‑21) were scheduled for a public hearing on July 29, 2025.

• Approved Consolidated Bills List $3,520,916.99 (R‑25‑170) – unanimous AYES
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑168 authorizing Change Order 1 for Contract 22‑14 – unanimous AYES
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑169 authorizing Change Order 1 for Contract 24‑12 – unanimous AYES
• Adopted consent‑agenda resolutions (R‑25‑171 to R‑25‑177) covering contracts, uniform extensions, budget amendment, and developer agreements – unanimous AYES
• Amended agenda to add item 6A/O‑25‑21 – unanimous AYES
• Scheduled Ordinance O‑25‑20 (sewer and water fee amendment) for public hearing on July 29, 2025 – unanimous AYES
• Scheduled Ordinance O‑25‑21 (off‑site utility easements) for public hearing on July 29, 2025 – unanimous AYES

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will review several site plan and variance applications. Key items include a request for a temporary utility laydown yard and a proposal for a new cemetery.

• Proposed 99-unit apartment complex at 210 Harding Rd (Chesterfield Apartments)
• Temporary 6.5-acre laydown yard for Jersey Central Power & Light at 82-84 Hendrickson Road
• Proposed 5,700 burial plot cemetery at 161 Siloam Road
• Installation of four new identification signs at Freehold Raceway Mall (3710 Route 9 & 51 Trotters Way)
• Variance for a pergola roof structure at 13 Salkin Way

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission voted to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on July 9, 2025. All eight members present voted in favor, with no abstentions or nay votes.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (8‑0 vote)

Parks & Recreation

The commission will review updates regarding summer camps and the upcoming Freehold Township Day on July 12, 2025. Members will also discuss policies for electric bikes and scooters and the camp work program payroll.

• Camp Work Program Payroll Policy
• Electric Bike and Scooters regulations
• Freehold Township Day (July 12, 2025)
• Senior Center Hire
• Durand Park & MJT Park Video Tour

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the June 25 vouchers and the minutes from May 28 and June 11. It also approved the Camp Work Program payroll policy and extended the Tier employee pricing deadline to the first day of camp. The commission unanimously rejected Freehold Soccer's request to forgo police for traffic control and agreed to schedule meetings with outside sports organization leaders.

• Approved vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 5/28/2025 & 6/11/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Camp Work Program payroll policy (unanimous)
• Extended Tier employee pricing deadline to first day of camp (unanimous)
• Denied Freehold Soccer request to drop police traffic management (unanimous)
• Agreed to schedule meetings with presidents of outside sports organizations (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is reviewing two bond ordinances to fund general and water/sewer capital improvements. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a grant application to build pickleball courts at Opatut Park.

• Bond Ordinance O-25-17 appropriating $8,137,000 for road, IT, and recreation improvements
• Bond Ordinance O-25-18 appropriating $8,448,000 for water and sewer capital improvements
• Public hearing for Monmouth County Open Space Grant funds for Opatut Park pickleball courts
• Ordinance O-25-19 for a financial agreement for payments in lieu of taxes with Lone Pine Re Urban Renewal, LLC
• Grant application for the Gravel Hill Resurfacing Project via the NJ Department of Transportation

The Committee adopted an executive‑session resolution to exclude the public on privileged matters. It approved the May 2025 meeting minutes and adopted a $1,667,951.66 consolidated bills list. The body authorized a grant application for pickleball courts at Opatut Park and scheduled several bond ordinances for a July 29 public hearing. All consent‑agenda resolutions were adopted in a single motion.

• Adopted executive‑session resolution to exclude public on attorney‑client privilege, affordable housing, redevelopment, traffic safety, fireworks safety, and personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved the Regular and Executive Meeting Minutes for 5/27/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R-25-154 Consolidated Bills List for $1,667,951.66 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-155 authorizing application for Monmouth County Open Space Grant for pickleball courts at Opatut Park (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-17 to public hearing on July 29, 2025 for capital improvements (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-18 to public hearing on July 29, 2025 for water/sewer improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-156 through R-25-167 (unanimous)
• No other substantive actions were taken

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution regarding the Master Plan's Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan Amendment. The board will also review several site plan and subdivision applications for commercial properties.

• Public hearing for Master Plan: Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan Amendment
• Subdivision of 8.95 acre lot into two commercial lots at 865 Route 33
• Request for monument sign at LiDL Food Market, 91 Trotters Way
• Resolution for Three Brooks Plaza / Carl’s Self-Storage at 3475 Route 9
• Freemall Associates signage and soil removal applications carried to 7/10/2025

Lake Topanemus Commission

The Lake Topanemus Park Commission will meet to review the treasurer's report and pay bills. The body will discuss ongoing lake restoration and work projects for 2025.

• Lake Restoration
• Work Projects 2025
• Payment of bills

Historic Preservation

There is no agenda associated with this meeting. The document directs the public to review the minutes.

The commission approved the April 2025 meeting minutes. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed a resignation, upcoming restoration projects, and plans to seek grant funding.

• Approved April 2025 meeting minutes

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to authorize several contract final payments and a significant utility refund. They are also considering a parking ordinance change for Woodstock Place to improve school-day traffic flow.

• Refund of $378,032.48 to JSM AT EATON, LLC for water/sewer overpayments at The Edge
• Ordinance O-25-16 prohibiting parking on the north side of Woodstock Place from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on school days
• Final payment of $218,125.21 for Route 9 South & Schanck Road and Medford Easement sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Final payment of $463,058.80 for the 2024 Michael J. Tighe Park Hockey Rink Improvement Project
• Issuance of two special shopping mall liquor licenses

The Township Committee entered executive session to discuss attorney‑client privileged matters, including redevelopment, affordable housing, water & sewer rates, and ordinance form, and voted unanimously to close the public meeting. In the open session the Committee adopted Ordinance O‑25‑16 amending parking restrictions on school days. The Committee also approved four individual resolutions (R‑25‑128, R‑25‑129, R‑25‑130, R‑25‑131) covering sewer rehabilitation, a hockey‑rink improvement project, a water/sewer overpayment, and a consolidated bills list of $3,304,554.10. Finally, the consent agenda containing five additional resolutions (R‑25‑132 to R‑25‑136‑153) was adopted by the same unanimous vote.

• Approved executive‑session resolution to discuss attorney‑client privileged matters (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑25‑16 amending parking restrictions on school days (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑128 authorizing acceptance and final payment for Contract 24‑10 sewer rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑129 authorizing acceptance and final payment for Contract 24‑16 Michael J. Tighe Hockey Rink Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑130 disbursing an overpayment of water/sewer (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑25‑131 approving consolidated bills list of $3,304,554.10 (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R‑25‑132 through R‑25‑136‑153 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

Alissa Keegan moved to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account and Nick Fasano seconded the motion. All seven members present voted in favor. No members voted against or abstained. Jennifer Boutote-Patten was absent.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (7-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a site plan and variance application for the NJ Clean Energy Corridor Project. The proposal involves improvements to the Smithburg substation located at 311 Monmouth Road.

• Review of SP# 924-25 and VAR# 001-25 for Jersey Central Power & Light
• Proposed construction of new substation equipment, security fencing, and a new access drive
• Request for variance to exceed structure height limit of 35ft up to 110ft
• Request for variance to exceed fence height limit of 6ft up to 8ft
• Request for variance to use barbed wire on the proposed 8ft fence

On June 9, 2025 the Freehold Township Environmental Commission met and reviewed the NJ Clean Energy Corridor Project (Smithburg Substation) at 311 Monmouth Road. After reviewing the preliminary and final major site plan and variance application, the commission stated it had no comments or concerns regarding the project. No vote was recorded.

• Stated no comments or concerns on NJ Clean Energy Corridor Project (no vote)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review applications for a distillery, prep kitchen, and a 20,400 sq ft self-storage building at 3475 Route 9. The board will also consider soil fill applications for two separate sites and a resolution for a power project.

• Proposed distillery, prep kitchen, and 20,400 sq ft self-storage building at 3475 Route 9
• Import of 19,933 cubic yards of fill at 5001 Kozlowski Road
• Import of 1,000 cubic yards of fill at 3445-3475 Route 9
• Resolution for Jersey Central Power & Light New Jersey Clean Energy Corridor Project
• Variance requests for 3475 Route 9 regarding use, floor area ratio, and parking

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review vouchers and previous meeting minutes. The body will discuss several new business items including a senior center hire and a park video tour.

• Senior Center Hire
• Park Video Tour
• Mayor’s Wellness Campaign
• Freehold Area Running Club (FARC)
• Hockey Ribbon Cutting

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved a $19,150 contract to create an interactive video tour for Michael J. Tighe Park. It also approved the meeting vouchers, the prior meeting minutes, and a price increase for golf tee/green signage. The commission hired Michael Balkovic as senior‑center director and decided to keep 2024 splash‑pad pricing unchanged.

• Approved $19,150 video tour contract for Michael J. Tighe Park (unanimous)
• Approved meeting vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for 3/26/2025, 4/9/2025, 4/23/2025, 5/14/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved golf tee/green signage price increase to $250 (unanimous)
• Selected Michael Balkovic as senior‑center hire (unanimous)
• Decided to keep splash‑pad pricing unchanged (unanimous)
• Scheduled hockey ribbon‑cutting for June 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved golf bid pricing changes (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will discuss amending parking prohibitions during school days and releasing performance guarantees for the Freehold Business and Technology Park (Phase II). The body is also reviewing several grant applications and contract extensions for municipal services.

• O-25-16: Ordinance amending Chapter 11 (Traffic) regarding parking prohibited during certain hours on school days
• O-25-13: Ordinance authorizing release of performance guarantees for Freehold Business and Technology Park (Phase II)
• R-25-117: Application for a LEAP Implementation Grant for shared IT services with North Brunswick
• R-25-119 and R-25-120: Acceptance of grants for hazardous discharge site remediation at Block 70.05, Lot 6 and Block 71.38, Lot 16
• R-25-124: Authorization for emergency work and repair of Well No. 11

The Freehold Township Committee unanimously approved the Consolidated Bills List for $11,899,280.89 and a resolution to hold an executive session on attorney‑client privileged affordable‑housing and redevelopment matters. It also adopted police officer appointments, an ordinance releasing performance guarantees for the Business and Technology Park Phase II, and a consent agenda covering health, grant, staffing, contract and clerk appointments. An ordinance amending parking restrictions was scheduled for a public hearing on June 11 2025.

• Approved resolution to hold executive session on attorney‑client privileged affordable housing and redevelopment matters (unanimous)
• Approved prior regular and executive meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Jaden Oldjohn and Brian Weber as police officers (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O‑25‑13 releasing performance guarantees for Business and Technology Park Phase II (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List for $11,899,280.89 (unanimous)
• Moved Ordinance O‑25‑16 to public hearing on June 11 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted consent‑agenda resolutions including health promotion agreement with CentraState, LEAP grant application, registrar appointments, grant acceptances, contract extensions, road material contracts, and clerk reappointment (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for May 15, 2025, has been cancelled. All noticed items will be carried to the next regularly scheduled meeting on June 5, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled, no items decided or discussed
• Next meeting: June 5, 2025, 7:00 PM at Municipal Building

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Municipal Alliance Committee met on May 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM. They approved minutes, received financial reports showing an ending balance of $61,109.56 (down from $106,246.58 a year prior), and discussed programs funded by disbursements. The committee also heard reports on community outreach, fundraising, law enforcement updates, and youth programs. A vote was taken to hold the next meeting at the Freehold Township Municipal Building.

• Treasurer's report: ending balance $61,109.56, down from $106,246.58 in April 2024
• Total revenues $21,979.88 from golf outing sponsors
• Total disbursements $7,769.03 for FB Little League Banner, CredibleMind Stickers, Why Try Program, golf towels, balls, brochures, messenger bag
• QPR Suicide Prevention Trainings discussed in coordinator's report
• Vote to hold next meeting at Freehold Township Municipal Building

The committee approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to accept the Treasurer’s report, which listed an opening balance of $46,898.71 and an ending balance of $61,109.56, was approved. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Approved Treasurer’s report with opening balance $46,898.71 and ending balance $61,109.56 (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion approved)

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission voted to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on May 14, 2025. The motion was made by Chris Novella and seconded by Alissa Keegan. All six members present voted in favor, with no abstentions or nay votes.

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

Township Committee

The Township Committee is discussing the acquisition of the 113.46-acre Lone Pine Landfill via purchase or condemnation for a proposed solar energy facility. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and police citations.

• Ordinance O-25-15 to acquire Lone Pine Landfill at 1091 Burke Road (appraised at $170,000)
• Ordinance O-25-14 to convey a temporary easement to Monmouth County for Wemrock Road reconstruction for $1.00
• Contract for a new inclusive playground and pavilion at Michael J. Tighe Park
• Contract for a signal control beacon at Pond Road and Waterworks Road
• Contract for the repair of the Freehold Township Justice Center roof

The Committee unanimously adopted Ordinance O‑25‑14 to grant a temporary easement to Monmouth County and Ordinance O‑25‑15 to acquire the Lone Pine Landfill property. It also approved Resolution R‑25‑98, adopting a consolidated bills list totaling $9,483,687.81. The consent agenda containing multiple service agreements, contracts and budget amendments was approved, and Ehsan Chowdhry was appointed to the Human Relations Council.

• Adopted Ordinance O-25-14 granting temporary easement to Monmouth County (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-15 authorizing acquisition of Lone Pine Landfill property (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-97 for final payment on Contract 24-1 Saker Estate demolition (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-98 approving Consolidated Bills List of $9,483,687.81 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-99 through R-25-113 covering service agreements, contracts and budget amendments (unanimous)
• Appointed Ehsan Chowdhry as member/minority of the Human Relations Council (unanimous)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for May 12, 2025 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on June 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM.

Shade Tree

The Freehold Township Shade Tree Commission has not posted an agenda for its May 7, 2025 meeting. The notice directs readers to review the meeting minutes instead. No business items are listed for discussion or decision.

The Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting without discussion. No appeal hearings were held and no site‑plan report was presented. The commission arranged to set up and staff a booth for Freehold Township Day on July 12. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Mark, second by Kurt)
• Planned booth set‑up and staffing for Freehold Township Day on July 12, 3 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 p.m. (motion by Mark, second by Martin)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will review an application from Jersey Central Power & Light to install 51 new steel monopoles along a four-mile stretch of transmission corridor. The board will also consider resolutions for a subdivision and an auto care site plan.

• JCP&L New Jersey Clean Energy Corridor Project: request to install 51 monopoles (137ft to 197ft tall) and upgrade transmission lines
• Stonehill Subdivision (Carlos Ortiz Castaneda): Minor Subdivision and Variance Application for 574 Colts Neck Road
• Irwin Auto Care, LLC: Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan and Variance Application for 4032 US Route 9

Parks & Recreation

The April 23, 2025 meeting of the Freehold Township Recreation Commission has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting is May 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

Jennifer Boutote-Patten moved to approve the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account and Chris Novella seconded the motion. The commission voted unanimously in favor, with seven ayes and no nays or abstentions. Nancy Valente was absent.

• Approved vouchers for Recreation Trust Account (7-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is holding a public hearing and vote on the 2025 municipal budget, which totals $51,335,532.24. The agenda includes an ordinance to exceed the state's 2.5% cap, allowing a 3.5% increase ($1,281,953.50) and creation of a cap bank. Other decisions include acquiring the Lone Pine Landfill property, transferring roadway jurisdictions between the township and county, and approving various permits and contracts.

• Ordinance O-25-9 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (3.5% increase, $1,281,953.50)
• Ordinance O-25-12 transferring jurisdiction of Halls Mill Road (6,000 ft) to Monmouth County and accepting County Route 53 (5,520 ft) from the county
• Ordinance O-25-15 authorizing acquisition by purchase or condemnation of the Lone Pine Landfill property at 1091 Burke Road
• Resolution R-25-87 amending the introduced 2025 budget, adjusting Police and Streets appropriations
• Consent agenda includes shared services agreement with Keyport, East Freehold Road improvements contract, and T-Mobile tower modification at 98 Crow Hill Road

The Committee adopted the 2025 Municipal Budget (Resolution R-25-74A) and approved the Consolidated Bills List totaling $18,150,754.89 (Resolution R-25-89). It also approved Ordinance O-25-12 transferring a portion of township roadway jurisdiction to Monmouth County and accepting a portion from the County. A resolution was adopted to exclude the public from discussions involving attorney‑client privileged matters such as affordable housing, redevelopment, and labor negotiations.

• Adopted 2025 Municipal Budget (R-25-74A) – unanimous approval
• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $18,150,754.89 (R-25-89) – unanimous approval
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-12 transferring roadway jurisdiction to Monmouth County – unanimous approval
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-9 to exceed municipal budget appropriations limits – unanimous approval
• Adopted Resolution R-25-87 amending the introduced 2025 budget – unanimous approval
• Adopted Resolution R-25-88 to read the budget by title only – unanimous approval
• Adopted Resolution to exclude public from attorney‑client privileged matters – unanimous approval
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-90 through R-25-96 (shared services, contracts, easements, etc.) – unanimous approval

Historic Preservation

This meeting has no posted agenda; the only available document is the minutes from a previous meeting. The board is not scheduled to decide or discuss any items.

The Freehold Township Historic Preservation Commission met on April 21, 2025, welcoming new member Jessie Marshall and achieving a full complement. The meeting minutes were approved by Dave Seme and Joe Grabas. The commission discussed upcoming tours, a burial‑ground program, signage, a new catalog database, artifact storage, volunteer needs, and a garden‑party tea, but no further formal actions were recorded.

• Minutes approved by Dave Seme and Joe Grabas

Municipal Alliance

The committee is reviewing a treasurer's report and updates on the CredibleMind campaign contest. Members will decide whether to move the May 14 meeting to the Freehold Twp. Municipal Building or swap dates with Freehold Raceway Mall.

• Treasurer's report showing an ending balance of $46,898.21
• Disbursements for Konscious Kyds Program FBHS, ROAR behavioral program, and FLC rock painting
• CredibleMind campaign contest student submission deadline of April 30
• Proposed June meeting at Five Star Cafe at $12 per person

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account on April 9, 2025. The motion was made by Alissa Keegan and seconded by Chris Novella. The vote was unanimous, with eight members voting in favor and none against.

• Approved Recreation Trust Account vouchers (8-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will vote on ordinances including the purchase of a property at 28 Jackson Mills Road for $95,000 for open space, amendments to land use regulations clarifying medical uses, and a transfer of roadway jurisdiction with Monmouth County. Resolutions include a cost-share agreement for Three Brooks Road and culvert reconstruction, and consent agenda items for contracts such as electrical services and turf supplies. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Ordinance O-25-10 authorizing purchase of Block 71.38, Lot 16 at 28 Jackson Mills Road for $95,000 for open space or public use
• Ordinance O-25-11 amending land use chapters 190-145, 190-146, 190-147 to clarify permitted medical and health service uses in multiple zones
• Ordinance O-25-12 transferring jurisdiction of Halls Mill Road to Monmouth County and accepting jurisdiction of County Route 53 (Georgia Road) from the county
• Resolution R-25-80 authorizing payment for a cost-share agreement with Monmouth County for Three Brooks Road and culvert reconstruction
• Consent agenda includes contracts for on-call electrical services, turf supplies, well pump rehabilitation, ice cream vending, and roof repair at Jackson Mills Water Treatment Plant

The Freehold Township Committee entered executive session and then approved a series of actions. It adopted ordinances to purchase a property at 28 Jackson Mills Road and to amend land‑use sections 145‑147. The Committee also approved a cost‑share payment for the Three Brooks Road culvert project, a consolidated bills list of $3,123,267.95, and several contract resolutions, and made two board appointments.

• Approved executive session to discuss personnel and attorney‑client matters (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-10 to purchase Block71.38, Lot 16 at 28 Jackson Mills Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-11 amending land‑use sections 145‑147 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-80 authorizing payment for cost‑share on Three Brooks Road culvert reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List totaling $3,123,267.95 (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-82 through R-25-86 (unanimous)
• Appointed Margaret Kurczeski to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Mayor appointed Jessica Marshall as Member B of the Historic Preservation Commission

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2025 at 7:30pm. No decisions or discussions will take place at this cancelled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on April 3, 2025, to decide on several land-use applications. Key items include an amended site plan for Irwin Auto Care to add a car wash at 4032 US Route 9, a minor subdivision at 574 Colts Neck Road, and a zoning ordinance amendment clarifying medical and health service uses in several commercial zones.

• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan for Irwin Auto Care, LLC: construct a 68-ft addition for a car wash at 4032 US Route 9, with multiple variance requests (D(2), D(4), bulk C).
• Minor Subdivision Application SD#903-1-23 for Carlos Ortiz Castaneda: subdivide 4.21-acre lot at 574 Colts Neck Road into two single-family lots, with variance relief for deficient lot area and width.
• Resolution for Ordinance O-25-11: amending Chapter 190 to clarify permitted medical and health service uses in B-10, CMX-10, CMX-4, CMX-3, CMX-2, and Highway Mixed Use Development Zones.
• Variance Application VAR#027-24 (Donald Green): property at 50 Old Turkey Swamp Road.
• Variance Application VAR#026-24 (Arnil Takkar): property at 3 Diana Lane.

Shade Tree

The agenda for this meeting contains no listed items. The document directs the public to review the minutes.

The Shade Tree Commission approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. It approved the removal of a heritage tree at 55 Moreau Avenue, requiring the homeowner to plant two approved trees on the property within one year. The meeting was adjourned at 9:51 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was approved.

• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved removal of heritage tree at 55 Moreau Avenue, with condition to plant two approved trees within one year (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:51 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review old and new business. Discussions include facility updates and summer camp enrollment numbers.

• Stage and Hockey Rink/Basketball Courts old business
• Basketball wrap-up and draft
• My Playground
• Senior Center
• Splash Pad and Trust Account Salaries

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved its outstanding vouchers and the minutes from the March 12 meeting. Commissioners also voted to increase trust‑account salaries by 3.5%. The meeting was adjourned at 8 p.m.

• Approved outstanding vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 3.5% increase in trust‑account salaries (unanimous)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 8:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider ordinances to purchase two properties: 1075 Main Street for $6,425,000 and 28 Jackson Mills Road for $95,000, both for open space or public purposes. They will also vote on a cap bank ordinance allowing up to a 3.5% budget increase ($1.28M) and introduce the 2025 municipal budget. Additionally, a land use ordinance amending permitted medical uses in several zones is up for adoption.

• Ordinance authorizing $6,425,000 purchase of Block 86, Lot 5 at 1075 Main Street for open space
• Ordinance authorizing $95,000 purchase of Block 71.38, Lot 16 at 28 Jackson Mills Road for open space
• Cap bank ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits by 3.5% ($1,281,953.50) for 2025
• Introduction of the 2025 Municipal Budget via resolution R-25-74
• Land use amendment clarifying permitted medical/health uses in B-10, CMX, and Highway Mixed Use zones

The Freehold Township Committee adopted an executive‑session resolution to exclude the public from discussing attorney‑client privileged matters. It approved the purchase of Block 86, Lot 5 at 1075 Main Street and adopted a $10,760,835.47 consolidated bills list. The Committee also scheduled public hearings for three land‑use ordinances and adopted three consent‑agenda resolutions.

• Approved executive‑session resolution to exclude public (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-8 authorizing purchase of Block 86, Lot 5 at 1075 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-72 Consolidated Bills List $10,760,835.47 (5-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-9 to public hearing on April 22, 2025 (5-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-10 to public hearing on April 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-11 to public hearing on April 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda Resolutions R-25-76, R-25-77, and R-25-78 (5-0)

Township Committee

The Freehold Township Committee is holding a special meeting to review the proposed 2025 municipal budget. The agenda includes public comments and committee discussion, but no formal vote is scheduled. This is a budget-focused session, not a regular legislative meeting.

• Review of 2025 Municipal Budget

The Freehold Township Committee met on March 22, 2025 to review the 2025 municipal budget. A presentation covered revenue changes, capital improvements, shared services, and utility highlights. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned without any decisions.

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on March 20, 2025, to consider a minor subdivision resolution and two variance applications. Donald Green seeks variance relief to construct a 1-story addition on an undersized lot at 50 Old Turkey Swamp Road. Arnil Takkar seeks variances for an existing pool house and impervious coverage overage at 3 Diana Lane. The board will also discuss Technical Review Committee recommendations for water/sewer modifications at 183 Three Brooks Road.

• Minor Subdivision SD#856-3-24 (Fitzpatrick) at 100 Clover Court
• Variance Application VAR#027-24 (Green): 1-story addition with variances for lot coverage, setbacks at 50 Old Turkey Swamp Road
• Variance Application VAR#026-24 (Takkar): existing pool house and impervious coverage variance at 3 Diana Lane
• Discussion of Technical Review Committee recommendations for water/sewer modifications at 183 Three Brooks Road

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee is meeting to review financial reports and coordinate upcoming community events. The body will vote on a purchase for promotional materials and discuss an upcoming presentation for high school parents.

• Vote on $246 for 300 CredibleMind stickers
• Treasurer's report showing total disbursements of $11,975.00 for LifeSkills CentraState Instructors and CredibleMind ads
• Alcohol Awareness Proclamation on March 24th
• Freehold Learning Center 50th Anniversary Event on March 27th
• CredibleMind presentation to Freehold Twp High School parents on March 19th

The Freehold Alliance Committee approved spending up to $500 for 500 CredibleMind promotional stickers, and approved the treasurer's report showing an ending balance of $52,695.45. The committee also approved the January 2024 minutes and discussed upcoming events, including an Alcohol Awareness Proclamation and a school presentation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 2024 minutes
• Approved treasurer's report with ending balance $52,695.45
• Approved spending up to $500 for 500 CredibleMind stickers

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider a $7.5 million bond ordinance (O-25-7) to acquire property at 1075 Main Street and authorize its purchase (O-25-8). Also on the agenda is a salary ordinance (O-25-6) setting 2025 pay ranges for police, public works, and other employees, as well as resolutions awarding contracts for grass cutting, software maintenance, and approving wireless facility modifications. The meeting includes a 7 P.M. executive session on personnel, attorney-client matters, and property acquisitions.

• Bond ordinance O-25-7: $7,500,000 appropriation, $7,125,000 in bonds for property at 1075 (West) Main Street
• Ordinance O-25-8: authorizing purchase of Block 86, Lot 5 at 1075 Main Street
• Salary ordinance O-25-6: 2025 pay ranges – Police Officer $42K–$150K, Police Captain $180K–$215K, plus longevity and college incentive pay
• Resolution R-25-65: two-year contract award for grass cutting and related maintenance
• Three wireless facility modification applications (R-25-69, R-25-70, R-25-71) for AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile at specific locations

The Township Committee adopted a $7.5 million bond ordinance to fund the acquisition of property at 1075 (West) Main Street, issuing $7.125 million in bonds. It also adopted the 2025 salary ordinance and approved a $4.4 million bills list. The committee moved an ordinance to authorize the property purchase to the next meeting and approved consent agenda resolutions, including contracts for grass cutting and software maintenance.

• Adopted bond ordinance O-25-7 for $7.5M property acquisition at 1075 Main St (5-0)
• Adopted salary ordinance O-25-6 for 2025 (5-0)
• Approved consolidated bills list R-25-64 for $4,404,260.37 (5-0)
• Moved ordinance O-25-8 for property purchase to March 24 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda resolutions R-25-65 through R-25-71 (5-0)
• Appointed Joseph A. Grabas to Historic Preservation Commission

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission held a closed voucher meeting and unanimously approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account for April 9, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 9, 2025 Recreation Trust Account vouchers (8-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a site plan and variance application for Three Brooks Plaza / Carl’s Self-Storage. The proposal involves converting tenant space into a distillery and prep kitchen and constructing a 20,400 sq ft self-storage building.

• Review of SP# 452-3-24 and VAR# 020-24 for 3445-3475 Route 9
• Proposed 20,400 sq ft 2-story self-storage building
• Proposed conversion of tenant space to a distillery and prep kitchen
• Request for 'D' variance relief for distillery use and self-storage conditions in CMX-3 zone
• Request for bulk 'c' variance for monument signs and parking setbacks

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission reviewed the amended preliminary and final major site plan, variance, and conditional use permit applications for Three Brooks Plaza / Carl's Self-Storage at 3445-3475 Route 9. The Commission raised concerns about potential offsite stormwater impacts on the southern neighbor and the design of joined infiltration basins A-1 and A-2, requesting more details. No formal decision was made; the meeting was adjourned at 7:55 pm.

• Reviewed Three Brooks Plaza / Carl's Self-Storage site plan application (SP# 452-3-24)
• Reviewed variance application VAR# 020-24
• Reviewed conditional use permit application for A&M Plaza, LLC
• Raised concerns about offsite stormwater impact on southern parcel
• Requested more details on joined infiltration basins A-1 and A-2

Shade Tree

The provided document contains no agenda items for this meeting. The record directs the public to review the meeting minutes.

The Shade Tree Commission unanimously approved a motion requiring a new tree appraisal for the Estate at Brock Farms, citing the initial report as deficient. The commission also denied an appeal from homeowners at 311 Colgate Way to remove two street trees, and addressed tree removal violations at 200 Jackson Mills Rd. and a site plan for A&M Plaza LLC.

• Approved motion requiring new appraisal for Brock Farms (unanimous)
• Denied appeal to remove 2 street trees at 311 Colgate Way
• Charged homeowner at 200 Jackson Mills Rd $1,400 for removal of 20 trees
• Required homeowner at 200 Jackson Mills Rd to plant 20 trees or pay $4,800 in lieu
• Noted A&M Plaza LLC paid $2,088 of $7,840 tree removal fee
• Approved February 5, 2025 minutes with corrections (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation

The commission will meet to discuss ongoing and new projects for township recreational facilities. The agenda includes reviews of the Durand Respite Area and the Senior Center.

• Discussion of Durand Respite Area
• Review of Stage and Hockey Rink/Basketball Courts
• Basketball wrap-up
• My Playground
• Senior Center

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission met on February 26, 2025, and approved vouchers and the minutes from the January 28 and February 12 meetings, all unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on routine approvals and updates on ongoing projects, including the Durand Respite Area, the stage, hockey rinks, and basketball courts.

• Approved vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 1/28/2025 and 2/12/2025 (unanimous)

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on a $7.5 million bond ordinance to acquire property at 1075 West Main Street. Other actions include appointing a new police officer, amending the 2025 salary ordinance, and accepting utility and pedestrian easements for developments at 550 Halls Mill Road and 288-308 West Main Street. The consent agenda includes a shared services agreement with Freehold Borough for parking spaces. An executive session is scheduled to discuss affordable housing, redevelopment, staffing, and PBA contract negotiations.

• Bond ordinance O-25-7: $7.5M appropriation, $7.125M in bonds for property at 1075 West Main Street acquisition and improvements
• Resolution R-25-55: appointment of Benjamin Schnaak as police officer, effective March 1, 2025
• Ordinance O-25-6: 2025 salary ordinance amending salaries and compensation for certain positions
• Ordinance O-25-4: acceptance of utility easement at 550 Halls Mill Road (Block 79, Lot 4)
• Consent item R-25-60: shared services agreement with Freehold Borough for sale of parking spaces at Schibanoff Commuter Lot

The Township Committee unanimously adopted three ordinances (O-25-3, O-25-4, O-25-5) related to zoning and easements, and approved the appointment of Benjamin Schnaak as a police officer. They also approved the consolidated bills list of $11,841,732.91 and moved two ordinances (2025 Salary Ordinance and a $7.5M bond for property acquisition) to a public hearing on March 12, 2025. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions.

• Adopted Ordinance O-25-3 amending Chapter 190, Section 190-84 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-4 accepting utility easement at 550 Halls Mill Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-5 accepting pedestrian access and construction easements at 288-308 West Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-55 appointing Benjamin Schnaak as Police Officer (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-56 approving consolidated bills list of $11,841,732.91 (5-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-6 (2025 Salary Ordinance) to public hearing on March 12, 2025 (5-0)
• Moved Ordinance O-25-7 ($7.5M bond for property at 1075 West Main Street) to public hearing on March 12, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions R-25-57 through R-25-63 (5-0)

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board's regular meeting scheduled for February 20, 2025, has been cancelled. All items that were noticed for this meeting will be carried over to the next regularly scheduled meeting on March 6, 2025.

Historic Preservation

The Freehold Township Historic Preservation Commission is scheduled to meet, but no agenda has been posted for this session. The notice directs the public to review the minutes instead. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The Freehold Township Historic Preservation Commission received a $10,000 grant from the Monmouth County Historic Commission for the first phase of window refabrication at the West Freehold Schoolhouse. The total project cost is $20,475, with the township funding the remainder. The commission also discussed upcoming events, including a Revolutionary War sesquicentennial marker dedication, and planned improvements such as LED lighting at Oakley Farm and new historic signage.

• Accepted $10,000 grant for West Freehold Schoolhouse window refabrication
• Approved LED lighting installation at Oakley Farm Cow Barn, cost under $500, funded by Heritage Society
• Scheduled marker dedication for Private Hendrick Williamson at Wikoff Hill Burial Ground on April 29, 2025
• Discussed installing historic signage at Halls Mill and Briar Hill areas, with smaller signs for other locations
• Discussed searchable database for Historic Resources Report, estimated $500/year
• Chimney repair at Oakley Farm remains on hold pending new contractor quote

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission held a closed voucher meeting and approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account for February 12, 2025. The motion was made by Alissa Keegan, seconded by John Cerrato, and passed unanimously with seven votes in favor. Chris Novella was absent.

• Approved Recreation Trust Account vouchers for February 12, 2025 (7-0)

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss easements for commercial developments and award several maintenance and professional service contracts. The body will also consider tax cancellations for a disabled veteran and the appointment of conflict public defenders.

• Contract for $60,000 to Rutgers for evaluating Project First Line infection control knowledge
• Two-year contract for well maintenance and motor repairs with A.C. Schultes, Inc. for $104,600
• Ordinance accepting utility easement at 550 Halls Mill Road
• Ordinance accepting pedestrian, construction, and parking easements at 288-308 West Main Street
• Tax cancellation of $4,635.61 and refund of $2,107.10 for a disabled veteran

The Freehold Township Committee met in workshop and approved the consolidated bills list of $2,642,157.26, along with a consent agenda of ten resolutions covering appointments, contracts, and agreements. Two ordinances were introduced for public hearing at the next meeting. The committee also renewed the Merry-Go-Round license and approved prior minutes.

• Approved consolidated bills list of $2,642,157.26 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions including appointments, contracts, and agreements (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance O-25-4 for utility easement at 550 Halls Mill Road for public hearing
• Introduced ordinance O-25-5 for easements at 288-308 West Main Street for public hearing
• Approved renewal of Merry-Go-Round License (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Reorganization Meeting 1/3/2025 (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review a preliminary and final major site plan application from Jersey Central Power & Light for the New Jersey Clean Energy Corridor Project. The project involves replacing existing lattice towers and wood poles with 51 new steel monopoles along a four-mile stretch, requiring height variances because the proposed monopoles exceed the permitted 35ft maximum. Formal action may be taken on the application and variance relief.

• Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan Application SP# 922-24 and Variance Application VAR#023-24 for JCP&L's Clean Energy Corridor Project
• Proposal to install 51 new steel monopoles (137ft to 197ft tall) on concrete foundations along existing transmission line corridor
• Height variance required: max permitted height is 35ft, proposed heights up to 197ft
• Variance to expand pre-existing non-conforming public utility use in residential zones
• Project location: Various lots, including 311 Monmouth Road, within JCP&L utility easement and owned property

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission reviewed the Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan and Variance Application for the Jersey Central Power & Light New Jersey Clean Energy Corridor project at 311 Monmouth Road. The Commission had no comments or concerns and the meeting was adjourned. No formal decisions were made.

• Reviewed JCP&L Clean Energy Corridor project (SP# 922-24, VAR#023-24) - no comments or concerns

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on February 6, 2025. They will consider a minor subdivision at 100 Clover Court, two capital project reviews (emergency power generation and a fire district sign), and an amended site plan and variance for Desserts Unlimited. A key discussion item is a resolution to determine if eight parcels on Center Street are in need of redevelopment, which could lead to condemnation.

• Minor subdivision of 2.71 acres at 100 Clover Court into two single-family residential lots
• Capital project review for emergency power generation systems at 240-250 Center Street (Block 43, Lots 16, 16.01, 18.01)
• Capital project review for a digital sign for Fire District No. 1 at 330 Stillwells Corner Road
• Amended preliminary & final major site plan and variance for Utterly Chocolate / Desserts Unlimited at 321-351 W. Main Street
• Discussion of TC Resolution R-25-41 to determine if Block 43, Lots 28-34 are an area in need of redevelopment (condemnation)

Shade Tree

The agenda for this Shade Tree meeting states there is no associated agenda and advises reviewing the minutes. The meeting may be procedural or cancelled, with no items listed for discussion or decision.

The Freehold Township Shade Tree Commission voted unanimously to uphold the DPW's denial of a permit to remove two street trees at 311 Colgate Way, citing the trees' health and lack of safety hazards. The homeowners face a $3,000 fine per tree if removed and must replace them. The commission also approved removal of white pines on Burlington Road and discussed tree replacement fees, noting current rates may not reflect actual costs.

• Upheld DPW denial to remove two trees at 311 Colgate Way (unanimous)
• Approved removal of white pine trees on Burlington Road due to safety concerns
• Approved removal of 7 trees at Aspen Dental LLC, 315 W. Main Street, with $350 fee
• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 meeting
• Swore in JoAnn Price as regular member

Township Committee

The Township Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a request for the Planning Board to evaluate specific properties for redevelopment. The body is also reviewing affordable housing obligations and various infrastructure contracts.

• Determination of redevelopment need for Block 43, Lots 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33 and 34
• Final payment of $96,663.50 to T.R. Weinger, Inc. for Stormwater Outfall Rehabilitation
• Grant application for pavilion construction at Michael J. Tighe Park
• Ordinance O-25-02 regarding speed limit changes in Schedule VIII
• Renewal of campground license for Pine Cone Resort

The Freehold Township Committee held a regular meeting on January 28, 2025, where they approved a consolidated bills list of $17,243,435.43, adopted two ordinances (O-25-01 and O-25-02), and passed a consent agenda of seven resolutions. They also made appointments to the Municipal Alliance and renewed a campground license. The meeting began with a brief executive session on legal matters.

• Approved consolidated bills list of $17,243,435.43 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-01 accepting easements and open space dedication for Block 91, Lots 7 and 7.01 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O-25-02 amending speed limits, lowering Bar Harbor Rd to 25 mph (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions R-25-35 through R-25-41, including affordable housing commitment, budget transfer, rock salt purchase, and redevelopment inquiry (5-0)
• Appointed Mary Cozzolino and Renata Brand to the Municipal Alliance to Prevent Substance Abuse Committee (5-0)
• Renewed campground license for Pine Cone Resort (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R-25-33 for final payment on stormwater outfall rehabilitation contract (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Ordinance O-25-03 (amending Chapter 190) for February 25, 2025 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation

The commission will elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman and discuss several grant opportunities for a tennis pavilion, pickleball, and playgrounds. The body will also review sports program pricing and field use fees.

• Contracts for Soccer ($13,800), LL ($5,500), and Football ($4,500)
• Grant opportunities for tennis pavilion, pickleball, and My Playground
• Review of Field Use and Picnic Permit fees
• Discussion on sports camps and program pricing
• Review of AED machines for youth and high school basketball

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission approved the purchase of 4 additional AED machines (not to exceed $10,000) for gym supervisors, increased 2025 camp salaries and camp pricing, and raised fees for outside organizations by 3%. They also elected Rob Nitti as Chairman and John Cerrato as Vice-Chairman for 2025, and approved vouchers and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved purchase of 4 AED machines, total not to exceed $10,000 (unanimous)
• Elected Rob Nitti as Chairman and John Cerrato as Vice-Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 camp salary increases (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 camp pricing increases for residents and non-residents (unanimous)
• Approved 3% fee increase for outside organizations (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers for 1/22/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 10/23/2024, 11/13/2024, 11/27/2024, 12/11/2024, 12/24/2024, and 1/8/2025 (unanimous; Cerrato abstained on 12/11/2024)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is meeting to reorganize its leadership and administrative roles for 2025. The body will elect its Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary, and appoint professional consultants.

• Administration of Oaths of Office for board members
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary for 2025
• Designation of Planning Board Attorney Michael J. Edwards, Esq.
• Designation of Planning Consultants Phillips, Preiss, Grygiel, Leheny & Hughes, LLC and Thomas Planning Associates, LLC
• Adoption of the 2024 Annual Report

Planning Board

The Freehold Township Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on January 16, 2025, to review three applications. The primary item is a request by Utterly Chocolate, LLC (dba Desserts Unlimited) for amended site plan approval and a use variance to operate an ice cream and chocolate shop at 321-351 W. Main Street, a use not permitted in the Professional (P-1) zone. The board will also consider capital project reviews for emergency generators at a Monmouth County complex and a digital sign for the Freehold Fire Company.

• Amended Preliminary & Final Major Site Plan with 'D' use variance and 'C' bulk variance for Utterly Chocolate, LLC at 321-351 W. Main Street (Block 69, Lot 47).
• Capital Project Review for County of Monmouth emergency power generation systems at 240-250 Center Street (Block 43, Lots 16, 16.01 & 18.01).
• Capital Project Review for Freehold Fire Company District #1 digital sign at 330 Stillwells Corner Road (Block 71.27, Lot 11).
• Discussion of recommendations from the Technical Review Committee and old/new business.

Township Committee

The Township Committee is meeting to discuss local ordinances, including speed limit changes and land easements. The body will also review several sewer extension applications and road preservation grants.

• Proposed speed limit reduction to 25 mph for the entire length of Bar Harbor Road
• Acceptance of easements and open space lot dedication for 227 Monmouth Road (Block 91, Lots 7 and 7.01)
• Final payment of $215,547.65 to Earle Asphalt Company for Old Turkey Swamp Road and Siloam Road intersection improvements
• Grant application for the Willow Brook Road and Okerson Road Roadway Preservation Project
• Sewer extension applications for 55 Jackson Mills Road and Freehold Marketplace Outparcel 7

The Township Committee held a workshop meeting, entering executive session for personnel, legal, and property matters. They approved the previous meeting minutes, a change order for road improvements, a consolidated bills list of $14,775,258.97, and introduced two ordinances for public hearing. The consent agenda, including resolutions for grants, sewer extensions, contracts, and tax cancellations, was approved unanimously. Joann Price was appointed as an alternate to the Shade Tree Commission.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Old Turkey Swamp Road and Siloam Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved Consolidated Bills List of $14,775,258.97 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-25-01 for conservation easements and open space dedication (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance O-25-02 amending speed limits (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda resolutions R-25-23 through R-25-32 (5-0)
• Appointed Joann Price as Alternate 1 to Shade Tree Commission (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. The main agenda item is the second review of a preliminary and final major site plan and subdivision application by K. Hovnanian for Estates at Brock Farms, proposing 160 dwelling units (128 single-family and 32 affordable duplexes) at 267 Monmouth Road, including variance relief for two monument signs. Other business includes administering the oath of office for newly appointed commissioners and approving the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Second review of site plan SP#835-1-23 and subdivision SD#471-1-23 for Estates at Brock Farms, 267 Monmouth Road (Block 91, Lots 20, 20.01, 22, 23, 24) – 160 units, 128 single-family detached and 32 duplex affordable dwellings, with variance relief for monument signs not permitted in ML-10 zone
• Oath of office for newly appointed commissioners
• Review and approval of 2025 schedule of meeting dates

The Freehold Township Environmental Commission approved its 2025 meeting schedule. The commission also reviewed the updated submission for the Estates at Brock Farms major site plan, subdivision, and variance applications, and had no comments or concerns. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule
• Reviewed Estates at Brock Farms application (SP# 835-1-23, SD# 471-1-23, VAR# 025-23) and had no comments

Shade Tree

The Freehold Shade Tree Commission meeting agenda states there is no agenda associated with this meeting. Residents are directed to review the minutes instead.

The Freehold Township Shade Tree Commission held its reorganization meeting, swore in two members, and elected officers for 2025. The commission approved the removal of two failing heritage trees at Rolling Hills Day Camp due to public safety risks, with no fees. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved removal of two heritage trees at Rolling Hills Day Camp (unanimous)
• Elected Thom Ritchie as Chairman, Stacey as Vice Chair, and Stacey as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 4, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Municipal Alliance

The Freehold Alliance Committee is meeting to review reports and administer oaths of office. The body is also planning a Needs Assessment discussion forum for February 12.

• Treasurer's report showing ending balance of $64,670.00
• Total disbursements of $7,150.00 for LifeSkills books, LifeSkills training, Wellspring Why Try, and Young Men's Group
• Total revenues of $156.00 from Freehold Twp. High School donations
• Oaths of office for Margy, George, and Lester

The Freehold Alliance Committee approved a motion to restart Google Ads at $5 per day for one year, totaling $1,825, to promote the CredibleMind website. They also approved the December 2024 minutes and the treasurer's report, which showed an ending balance of $64,670.00. The committee discussed upcoming events, including a needs assessment forum on February 12 and an MLK Day event on January 18.

• Approved December 2024 minutes
• Approved treasurer's report (ending balance $64,670.00)
• Approved $1,825 Google Ads for CredibleMind (1 year at $5/day)

Parks & Recreation

The Freehold Township Parks and Recreation Commission held a closed voucher meeting on January 8, 2025, and approved the vouchers for the Recreation Trust Account. The motion was made by Alissa Keegan and seconded by Chris Novella, passing unanimously with six ayes and no nays or abstentions. Two members were absent.

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

Township Committee

The Township Committee will hold its annual reorganization meeting, including administering oaths to newly elected members, electing a mayor and deputy mayor for 2025, and adopting numerous resolutions. Resolutions cover reappointments of key officials such as the municipal court prosecutor, public defender, chief financial officer, and treasurer, as well as adopting a temporary budget and setting 2025 salaries.

• Election of 2025 mayor and deputy mayor
• Reappointment of Anthony J. Vecchio as municipal court prosecutor (R-25-1)
• Reappointment of Jeffrey C. Elsasser as chief financial officer (R-25-4) and treasurer (R-25-5)
• Adoption of temporary budget for 2025 (R-25-12)
• Setting salaries per 2025 salary ordinance (R-25-14)

The Freehold Township Committee held its annual reorganization meeting, swearing in members and electing Maureen Fasano as Mayor and Lester Preston as Deputy Mayor for 2025. The committee unanimously approved a series of resolutions reappointing municipal officials, authorizing professional services contracts, and adopting a temporary budget. Numerous appointments to boards and commissions were also made for the year.

• Elected Maureen Fasano as Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Lester Preston as Deputy Mayor for 2025 (5-0)
• Approved R-25-1 through R-25-7, including reappointments and professional services contracts (5-0)
• Approved R-25-8 through R-25-20, including temporary budget and salary ordinance (5-0)
• Appointed officials for 2025, including Police Commissioner and Deputy Clerk (5-0)
• Authorized check signing for Mayor and Treasurer in their absence (5-0)
• Made numerous board and commission appointments for 2025 (5-0)