MESSAGE FROM DEANA GUNN

As I mentioned last month, each Council Member has departments for which they act as liaisons.

Two of mine are the Police Department and the Economic Business Development Commission, and I’d like to share some updates with you. First, for the police, for the past year the Police Committee has been working on lowering the speed limit on Broad Street from 35 to 25, similar to Main Street. Since this is a County road, it required their approval. I am happy to report the County has granted this request, and all speed limit signs have been updated accordingly. We remind motorists to please slow down and be mindful as they travel through Matawan and drive 25! For Economic Business Development, at our February meeting, the Chief of Police attended, and he spoke to the Commission about the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Safe Place Program. The Safe Place program is a program that enhances public education regarding bias incidents and hate crimes. This program collaborates with police, businesses, schools, and other organizations to make our community an even safer place to live. In addition, any individual who sees the SAFE PLACE logo will know that the business or location will provide a safe space for someone to call 911 for assistance should they feel unsafe.

The SAFE PLACE PROGRAM is free to participate in and is voluntary. The responsibility is minimal. If you are interested in becoming a participant, please get in touch with Sgt Paul Ryba, Community Policing, at pryba@matawanpolice.org.

We are proud that Matawan offers this program, and we strive to make Matawan a safe community for all. If I can assist you in any way, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at deana.gunn@matawanborough.com