MATAWAN-ABERDEEN VOL 3, NO 6
CHAMBER CONNECT
It is hard to believe that we are halfway through the summer. There have already been many milestone events in town such as the Grand Reveal of the MATAWAN sign on the side of KP Edgestone’s building (if you are headed from the train station to Route 34, look up when you pass A Salute - you can’t miss it). The rescheduled Blues & Cruise car show was held on a hot, steamy night and our thanks to all who braved the heat to attend. We also held a ribbon cutting for Chamber member, Matawan Pharmacy on Route 34 which reopened with a new owner and a new look. Plenty more to do this summer with Aberdeen concerts on Tuesdays and Matawan Family Nights on Thursdays. Additionally, the Chamber launched a new website at macocnj.com. It is still a work in progress, but we invite you to visit the site to check out upcoming events and our business directory. Welcome new MACOC members - Benchmark Planning Group, Best Blinds LLC, Eden Nails, The Exercise Prescription, Matawan Dental Gallery, MIC Squared Continue on page 8
A Publication for the community of Matawan & Aberdeen
NEW DOCKS BRING WELCOMED ACTIVITY TO LAKE LEFFERTS PARK
By Cathy Zavorskas, Director of Community Engagement assets. It is a hub of summertime June, the new dock is made of activity. People gather there to resilient khaki colored material enjoy walks, quiet conversations, that stands out beautifully with read, have a picnic, fish off the its surroundings. Instead of dock, kayak, canoe, row a boat, two individual docks, the new watch the fountain colors change design connects the dock into at night, or simply enjoy the one large unit. Added lights, natural surroundings and won- benches and posts allow for comderful views surrounding the lake. fortable fishing stations, seating After many years, however, for viewing and relaxing, and the lake’s docks began to show lighting for calm summer nights, their age. Recognizing the need cool breezes and quiet reflection. to replace them, the Mayor and A second smaller dock was Council joined efforts with added over by the boat slip that members of the Public Works and allows you to paddle your kayak Recreation Commissions to re- or canoe into a side pocket Photo credit search and present a replacement where you can stand up, get Eddie Holland, Matawan dock system. As a result of several out onto the dock and easily Lake Lefferts Park is one of meetings and conversations, they remove the kayak or canoe to Matawan Borough’s greatest chose a new design. Installed in Continue on page 6
ABERDEEN POLICE DEPT. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS The Aberdeen Township Police Department is now accepting resumes/applications for the position of part-time Police Dispatcher. This is a non-sworn position under the direction of the Chief of Police, responsible for receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency police, fire, and EMS calls for service via telephone, radio, and email, as well as providing information to the public. Pay starts at $20.00 per hour! Experience is preferred, but training will be provided if needed. Minimum Qualifications: • M u s t b e a Un i t e d States citizen
• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or GED e quiva lent • Must have vision and hearing adequate to perform essential job functions • Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing • Must be able to pass an extensive background check Applicants should be able to: • W o r k h o l i d a y s • Work 10- and 4-hour shifts (days, nights, and weekends) • W o r k a n d m u l titask in a fast-paced,
stressful environment • Read, write, and comprehend the English language • Effectively communicate and diss eminate information Resumes/Applications should be submitted via email to Sgt. Ray Campbell at ray. campbell@aberdeennj.org Applications can be found on the Township of Aberdeen website: www.aberdeennj.org **The Township of Abe rd e e n i s an E qu a l O p p o r t u n i t y E mp l oy e r. * * (re-printed with permission from the Aberdeen Police Dept.)
AUGUST 2024