Toms River Affordable-Housing Compliance and Land-Use Decisions
Key Questions
What is the status of the cleanup at Clifton-Batchelor park in Toms River?
Cleanup is underway at the Clifton-Batchelor property, where at least 200 tons of soil contaminated with asbestos are being removed. The project costs at least $94,000.
When is the Toms River Council voting on the liquor license near the shooting range?
The council is scheduled to vote this week on approving a liquor license for a forthcoming bar near the shooting range.
What was the outcome of the Toms River Council's vote on the land use amendment?
The council voted down the ordinance to amend the town's land use rules following a heated discussion.
What recent decisions were made regarding sewer projects and hikes in Toms River?
A $44.4 million sewer project received approval, with rate hikes scheduled for May 13.
What was the council's 4-3 vote regarding Mayor Rodrick?
The council voted 4-3 to ban Mayor Rodrick from using his township car for personal use, deepening the perks feud.
The Township Council called a special meeting for immediate action on fourth-round affordable-housing compliance amid shifting plans, developer withdrawals, resident objections to the Route 70 site, and the mayor-council dispute. Available coverage does not say what the council decided; an October 30 submission deadline and December 7 court hearing make the outcome consequential. Separately, the Planning Board approved a Chick-fil-A drive-through at the Ocean County Mall’s former Bahama Breeze site.