NJA and MCF Partner to Transfer Ownership of Scudder Preserve in Middletown
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In April, New Jersey Audubon (NJA), a private, not-for-profit, membership organization founded in 1897 with a focus on connecting people with nature and stewarding nature for future generations throughout New Jersey, announced the transfer of the 90-acre Scudder Preserve in Middletown Township to Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF), a nonprofit land trust focused on preserving open space throughout Monmouth County. “I am very grateful to the Monmouth Conservation Foundation, especially board members Valerie Montecalvo and Jennifer Beck, who helped champion the continued preservation of the historic Scudder property,” said Mayor Tony Perry. “Middletown will continue to partner with both government agencies and nonprofit organizations to maintain and protect Middletown’s quality of life.” Click HERE to read more about the transfer on MCF's website. |
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Middletown Hosts Second Public Workshop About 2024 Master Plan
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 Township Administrator Tony Mercantante addresses the crowd of attendees alongside BFJ Planning Principal Susan Favate, AICP, PP. |
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On Wednesday, Middletown hosted its second public workshop about the 2024 Master Plan at the Middletown Senior Center where residents provided feedback on draft recommendations. A short presentation was followed by interactive stations where participants could leave comments on preliminary recommendations for elements including Land Use, Open Space and Recreation, Circulation, Economic Development, Green Building and Environmental Sustainability, Historic Preservation, and Community Facilities. The Master Plan will guide planning decisions reflecting our community's vision, goals, and recommendations for the economic, social, physical, environmental, and fiscal development of Middletown. To stay up-to-date on the Master Plan process and view the draft recommendations, please visit www.middletownnj.org/mpinput. |
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Middletown Preschool Celebrates Graduation
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 Photo courtesy of Middletown Recreation |
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Hats off to the grads! The Middletown Preschool at the Tonya Keller Community Center (50 Bray Avenue) wrapped up a great year with their graduation ceremony this week. Middletown Preschool 2024-25 school year enrollment is open now! Visit www.middletownnj.org/preschool for more information. Click HERE to view photos from the graduation. |
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Community Comes Together for Infinite Love's Annual Tutu Trot
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 Mayor Tony Perry was pumped to pick up a megaphone and kick off the 5K! |
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 Mayor Tony Perry was proud to see so many Middletown police officers participate! |
Last Sunday, almost 1,000 community members participated in Middletown-based nonprofit Infinite Love for Kids Fighting Cancer's Annual Tutu Trot 5K, which surpassed its goal of raising $100,000 and brought in an all-time-Trot high of $116,719.76! The Tutu Trot originated in Trumbull, Connecticut in honor of kindergartener and cancer fighter Mia McCaffrey. This community event now takes place in both Trumbull and Middletown, bridging the gap between the two states and uniting everyone for an important cause. Diamond sponsor Lightbridge Academy also hosted a mini Tutu Trot at its Rutherford location a few days prior to Sunday. There were also people who participated in the run virtually. All money raised goes toward the Children's Brain Tumor Network. Visit www.infiniteloveforkidsfightingcancer.org for more information.
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Infinite Healing and Wellness Celebrates Grand Opening
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On Saturday, Mayor Tony Perry and Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz proudly joined Infinite Healing and Wellness (150 Cherry Tree Farm Road) for its ribbon cutting ceremony. Infinite Healing is a holistic boutique that sells gifts and offers services such as salt cave saunas, tuning forks, reiki, and more. The business was based in Ocean Township for several years before relocating to Middletown. Visit www.infinitehealingandhealth.com for more information. |
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Welcome to Middletown, Massray Chicken & Fries!
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Last week, Mayor Tony Perry was thrilled to attend the grand opening of Massray Chicken & Fries (417 NJ-35) and present a certificate on behalf of the Township Committee. The restaurant is open every day from 6 AM to 10 PM. Please join us in welcoming Massray to Middletown! Visit www.massray77.com to check out the menu. |
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Watch the Monday, June 10th Township Committee Meeting
Click HERE to watch the meeting on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Sunday, June 23rd. |
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Traffic Pattern Change on Schulz Dr.
On Wednesday, the Middletown Township Police Department distributed an alert via Nixle to inform the community about a traffic pattern change. Parking is no longer allowed on both sides of Schulz Drive between Route 520 and the west side of Half Mile Road. In addition to the Nixle, the area has also been marked with appropriate signs to remind residents. Nixle is the Township's emergency communications platform. You can receive alerts by either texting your zip code to 888-777, visiting www.middletownnj.org/nixle, or downloading the Everbridge Nixle mobile app.
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EMS Explorer Post 367 Participates in Annual Bayshore Cadet Competition
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Last weekend, two teams from the Middletown Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Explorer Post 367 participated in the 9th Bayshore Cadet Competition hosted by Keyport First Aid Squad. Teams from around the county, state, and even New York competed. Our EMS teams practiced for months and got to show off their skills in bleeding control and splinting, vital signs, and CPR. If you or someone you know is 14-17 years old and interested in seeing what EMS does and providing care to the public, please email explorers@middletownnj.org. |
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Middletown OEM Provides Hurricane Safety Tips
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As hurricane season is underway, Middletown's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Operations Chief Charlie Ehret presents hurricane preparedness tips for residents in this public service announcement (PSA). Click HERE to watch the PSA on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every day at 2:00 PM and 9:00 PM. |
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Middletown OEM Encourages Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season
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The Atlantic hurricane season officially began Saturday, June 1st! Throughout the season, OEM will be sharing helpful tips so residents can prepare. Visit www.middletownnj.org/oem for more information about OEM. |
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Attend Public Workshop about Monmouth County's Hazard Mitigation Plan on Thursday, 6/20 at 4 PM
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The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is currently updating the 2021 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Natural hazards have the potential to cause property loss, loss of life, economic hardship, and threats to public health and safety. Hazard mitigation measures are efforts taken before a disaster happens to lessen the impact that future disasters of that type will have on people and property in the community. With careful selection, hazard mitigation actions can be long-term, cost-effective means of reducing the risk of loss and help create a more disaster-resistant and sustainable community. The Middletown Office of Emergency Management encourages community members to attend a public workshop on Thursday, June 20th at the Monmouth County Sheriff's Office (2500 Kozloski Road, Freehold) to discuss assets that should be protected, the hazards we face, and findings from the risk assessment. Click HERE for more information and to review the 2021 plan. |
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Chesapeake Bay Helicopters Return to JCP&L Region for Fall Routine Patrols
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This week, Chesapeake Bay Helicopters returned to the JCP&L Region to perform fall routine patrols on transmission lines. The inspections are expected to take approximately a week to complete. Work is weather dependent. Click HERE to read JCP&L's press release. |
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Middletown Fire Prevention Reminds Residents About Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
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Middletown Fire Prevention would like to remind residents about the importance of safely handling lithium-ion batteries, which are typically found in electronics like smart phones, laptops, and smoke alarms. Visit www.middletownnj.org/fireprevention for important resources about lithium-ion battery safety. |
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Middletown Township Offers Grants Up to $60K to Create Accessory Apartments
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 Pictured above are different types of accessory apartments. All are subject to area zoning standards. (Photo courtesy of American Planning Association) |
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Middletown Township permits owners of single-family residential dwellings to create an accessory apartment on their property for low and moderate income households. It can be either in an accessory building (i.e., a second story apartment over a detached garage) or within the single-family dwelling. The Middletown Accessory Apartment Program is now offering grants up to $60K to help build the apartment. Prospective tenants must be selected through a lottery system from applicants in the Middletown Township Affordable Housing Database. For more information, please contact Community Development Manager Jill Cammarosano at 732-615-2000 x2281. |
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Middletown Animal Control Provides Tips about Fawns
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Click HERE to read about why it is so important to not disturb or feed fawns. |
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Register Now for Middletown Recreation's Trail Blazers Travel Camp
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Summer should be fun! Send your teens to Middletown Recreation's Trail Blazers, a travel camp that visits a new place and participates in a different activity every day. Every week is different, so click HERE to check out each week's schedule! |
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Sign Up Now for Middletown Recreation's Skateboarding Summer Camp!
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Shred with Coach Dave at Middletown Recreation's Skateboarding Camp! Learn the basics or improve your skills in the Beginner and Intermediate classes. Lessons take place at the newly opened Kunkel Park Skate Park in Leonardo. Please bring your own equipment. Helmets are required and padding is recommended. Limited space is available, so click HERE to register today! |
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Register Now for Middletown Recreation's Gone Running Youth Camp!
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Beat the heat with this summer running program set on the partially-shaded field and running trails behind Thompson Middle School (1001 Middletown-Lincroft Road). This camp is designed to offer two separate training platforms to meet the needs of each specific age group: middle school and elementary. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Sign Up Now for MAC's 2024 Summer Arts Camps!
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The Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) summer arts camps are just a few weeks away! Don't miss your chance for creative adventures this season in art, dance, theater, STEAM, and so much more! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Register for MTPL's Free Summer Reading Challenge
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The Middletown Township Public Library's (MTPL) free summer reading challenge begins on Monday, June 24th! We encourage all patrons to kick off a summer of literary fun and sign up. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Complete the MTPL's Makerspace Survey!
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The MTPL is in the process of renovating the building with an anticipated completion in Fall 2024. As a result, a brand new Makerspace Room will be available! This room will have various types of maker and crafting equipment that all members of the public will be invited to utilize.
At this time, the MTPL is reviewing possible room equipment and developing hours of use, as well as seeking more information from the public to best meet your needs and preferences.
Click HERE to complete the survey. |
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Apply for the MTPL's 2024 Conover-Wihtol Scholarship by Monday, 7/1
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The MTPL is now accepting applications for the 2024 Conover-Wihtol Scholarship, open to all NJ residents studying library science. The deadline to apply is Monday, July 1st. Click HERE for more information and to download the application. |
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Join Community Discussion at the North Middletown-Port Monmouth Family Fun Day on Thursday, 7/11 from 4-7 PM
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Last month, Middletown Township, the Affordable Housing Alliance, Ideal Beach Community Association, Bayshore Family Success Center, and Habitat for Humanity hosted a community meeting about the North Middletown-Port Monmouth Neighborhood Plan and Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit Program. A second community discussion was originally planned for June 6th, but was postponed. The community is now invited to attend the rescheduled North Middletown-Port Monmouth Family Fun Day at the Tonya Keller Community Center (50 Bray Avenue) on Thursday, July 11th for this second community discussion. We encourage residents who live in the planning area to complete this Google survey. Visit www.housingall.org/middletownnrtc for more information. |
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Join MTFD at Touch-A-Truck on Monday, 7/29 from 6-9 PM
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On Monday, July 29th, stop by the Mater Dei High School parking lot for the Middletown Township Fire Department's (MTFD) second annual Touch-A-Truck to check out fire trucks, food trucks, games, and fire safety demonstrations! |
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Buy Tickets for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws Happening on Friday, 7/26 at 7 PM
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Join Middletown Recreation for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in July. Sit with our community as we cheer on the Jersey Shore BlueClaws. A $20 ticket includes food, boardwalk game tickets, fireworks, and more! Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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Buy Tickets for Lafayette Bicentennial Sunset Cruise Happening on Wednesday, 8/14 from 5:30-9:00 PM
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In 2026, our nation will be celebrating its 250th anniversary! The Middletown Township Committee encourages residents to join them in kicking off the celebration early by purchasing tickets for the Lafayette Bicentennial Sunset Cruise happening in August. Attendees will sail the waters of the Sandy Hook Bay and see America as Marquis de Lafayette, a French nobleman who fought in the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War, did during his farewell tour exactly two centuries ago. Click HERE for more information and to buy tickets. |
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Renew Your Passport at the Middletown Town Hall Passport Acceptance Agency
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With summer almost here, the Middletown Township Clerk's Office would like to remind residents about the Middletown Town Hall Passport Acceptance Agency (1 Kings Highway). Please visit www.middletownnj.org/passports for more information. You can also email passport@middletownnj.org or call 732-615-2014 if you have any questions. |
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Monmouth County to Treat Curbside Catch Basins in Middletown on Thursday, 6/20 from 4-7 PM
The Monmouth County Division of Mosquito Control has initiated a program to treat stormwater catch basins in the streets of select neighborhoods with either a history of or current indication of West Nile virus activity. A catch basin continuously holding a bit of water is classic habitat for Culex mosquitoes known to amplify West Nile virus. The purpose of this preventative effort is to squelch mosquito production in these basins. There is no evidence of West Nile virus activity anywhere in the county at this time. On Thursday, June 20th between 4:00 and 7:00 PM, the Monmouth County Division of Mosquito Control will be treating the curbside catch basins in a section of Middletown. Click HERE for more information and to view a map of the section.
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DPW's Spring 2024 Brush Collection is Complete!
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Recycle Your Fridge/Freezer with JCP&L and Receive $50
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The Middletown Township Department of Public Works & Engineering encourages residents to recycle their working fridge or freezer to receive $50 from JCP&L! You can also recycle your air conditioners or dehumidifiers along with your fridge or freezer and earn an additional $25. JCP&L will collect the item and recycle it for you. You can either schedule a pickup online or by calling 888-314-8141.
Click HERE for more information and to schedule a pickup online. |
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How to Report a Neighborhood Safety Concern The Safety Council of Middletown would like to hear from residents about any safety concerns that may be occurring in their neighborhood. The Safety Council is an advisory board that reviews safety concerns in the township and provides guidance to the Township Committee and the Police Department. Some safety issues the board can help address include: - Speeding
- Parking on busy roads that impact traffic flow
- Roads that flood from little rainfall
- Traffic not adhering to crosswalk or stop signs
- Trees and branches that are limiting passage on sidewalks
- Sidewalks that are uprooted or damaged that could cause someone to fall
- Unusual amount of traffic or people congregating at a specific house in your neighborhood that could indicate possible illegal activity
- Garbage piling up on side roads or on a lot in your neighborhood
If you would like a safety issue addressed, please inform the Council so they can help you achieve a successful outcome. You can report your safety concern by contacting the Middletown Crossing Guard Office at 732-615-2100 ext. 2044, emailing bpfleger@middletownnj.org, or visiting www.middletownnj.org/reportaconcern.
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Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates
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Know Someone with a Disability? Make Sure They Register with NJ Register Ready!
Middletown’s Office of Emergency Management encourages residents with disabilities to register with NJ Register Ready. This free program is designed to assist first responders and emergency planners in identifying community members who may need assistance evacuating in advance of an emergency. For more information about the program and the three ways you can register, visit www.middletownnj.org/oem.
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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