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─Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn The ordinance would cut fees to open at strip malls like the Brick Mall (on the corner of Brick Boulevard and Chambers Bridge Road).

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - The 2015 ordinance that incent i v i z e s “ Mo m a n d Pop” small businesses to open here was extended by the governing body on its first

reading.

The “Waiver of Fees for Const r uction to P romote t he Reno va t io n of E x i s t i ng Vacant Commercial Structures” would remain in effect until December 31, 2022,

said Mayor John G. Ducey during the Febr uar y 8 cou ncil meeting.

“What we did was waive the fee for any business that was under 5,000 square feet that was vacant for

at least one year,” he said.

“Those are the type of storefronts we have around town because the planners in years past decided to have st rip malls all over (Shops - See Page 4)

Your Congress Member Could Change March 1

By Chris Lundy OCEAN COUNTY – Eve r y t e n ye a r s , congressional maps are redrawn. They are cu r re ntly u nde rgo ing this process. By March 1, you might be in a new district.

The 435 seats in the United States House of Re p r e s e nt at ive s are split up based on the state’s population.

Drive-Thru Approved Near Busy Intersection

By Mark Bator BRICK - After approximately two and a half hours of testimony, cross-examination and sometimes contentious debate, the Township Planning Board approved a plan to build a Smoothie King on two adjoining lots along a busy stretch of Chambers Bridge Road. The plan was met with only two dissenting votes from Board members Matthew Fagan and JoAnne Lambusta.

Located just past the traffic light that serves as the entrance for the Brick Commons Shopping Mall, concerns about the project proposed for the site ranged from increased traffic, visual aesthetics, reduced air quality and the potential for crime and vandalism for the surrounding neighborhood. In addition to the small number of township residents who came out to voice their concerns, the

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The 2020 census informed these totals.

T h e c o m m i s s io n who drew the maps was made up of equal nu mbe r s of De mo crats and Republicans chaired by a tiebreaker.

Republicans on the commission have put forward one map and Democrats another.

The proposed maps can be seen here: ap-

portionmentcommission .org/ProposedMaps.asp Each district will have about 773,000 people in it. The dist r ic t s wo u ld b e i n place until March of 2032.

This article just focuses on the Ocean and Monmouth cou nt y t ow n s. T he Se c ond , T h i rd a nd

Fourth Congressional Dist r icts are in the coverage area of the newspapers under the Jersey Shore Online banner.

It’s generally ass u me d t h at t he 2 n d District, which touches the southern end of Ocean County, will gather more ground.

This district is cur-

rently held by Rep. Jef f Va n D rew. He began his career as a Democrat, but switched parties and is now a st au nch Trump supporter.

His district has been leaning to the right a lit tle more ever y y e a r. A p r o p o s e d map would see him have more of southern

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(Smoothie - See Page 5)

Tragedy Shines Light On Domestic Violence

By Chris Lundy ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – A murder-suicide involving a former Toms River resident is causing the community to focus on how domestic violence is more common than people realize and what can be done about it.

Detective Daniel Leyden was on vacation with his girlfriend, Sheriff’s Deputy Abigail Bieber.

They both worked for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. Police said that during an argument, Leyden murdered Bieber before turning the gun on himself.

It is unclear if Leyden, who used to live in Toms River, was ever a police officer in New Jersey.

When news of the tragedy spread to Toms River, people wanted to know how a rising star in the department with a bright future in law enforcement did this. A social media post (Violence - See Page 7)

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Continued From Page 1 town, so we have these smaller types of storefronts,” the mayor said.

The program has been successful, but there are still some empty storefronts remaining, he said. The ordinance helps small business owners with start-up costs while they’re dealing with shelving, inventory and other expenses, the mayor said.

Brick was the first municipality in New Jersey to adopt such an ordinance during a time when there were vacant storefronts all over town, Mayor Ducey said.

“We thought all types of businesses could take advantage of this: yoga stu-

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Continued From Page 1 Ocean County, which is very red. That would mean that he would be in a strong position to maintain his seat for the foreseeable future.

The 3rd District is currently held by Rep. Andy Kim, a Democrat. Even though he won the last election, the 3rd District is known to lean Republican.

Some proposed maps would have him

Summerfest Plans Plans for the upcoming Summerfest Concert series are coming into focus as township employees are lining up the

bands and fireworks exhibitions.

“Summer’s almost here, right?” said Mayor John G. Ducey during the February 8 council meeting. “We’re sitting here in 35-degree weather, but this resolution authorizes the receipt of bids for aerial fireworks during the Summerfest concert series as well as our FallFest.”

Last year the township scheduled a total of five fireworks shows at the cost of $22,000, he said.

The concerts will take place on Thursday nights, starting June 30 with Super Trans AM, who bill themselves as a 70s concert experience.

On July 7 will be Stifler’s Mom, who says their music is “The Ultimate 90s Experience.”

The Benjamins are scheduled for July 14.

Established in 1999, the band is a high-energy act that performs cover songs from every genre and era.

The last concert is planned for July 21 and will feature Jessie’s Girl, who play songs from the 80s.

“That’s our lineup for this year’s 2022 Summerfest, and I can’t wait for that weather to be here and have a good time,” Mayor Ducey said.

The council also authorized the receipt of bids for the operation of the Brick Beach 1 food concession stand.

The township receives $5,100 for the current one-year contract with Castaway Kitchen, LLC, which expired at the end of the 2021 summer season, said Councilman Perry Albanese.

lose some of Ocean County’s red for blue in other areas, therefore strengthening his position as well.

The 4th District is currently held by Rep. Chris Smith, a Republican. He has been spending the last few months making appearances locally and drumming up support. Ocean County’s GOP unanimously backed him.

Currently, two out of New Jersey’s 14 districts are held by Republicans. That might change soon.

Midterm elections take place two years after the presidential vote. Generally, the party opposite the president does better in the midterms. For example, Democrats came out in force after Trump won in 2016.

In 2018, there was a “Blue Wave” that landed Kim in office. In 2022, Democrats are expecting to lose seats to a “Red Wave.”

If Democrats have their map chosen, hat the districts were redrawn to give vulnerable Democrats a safer district. That works for most, but Democrat Tom Malinowski

might wind up in a district that leans right.

The end result, according to those who make a living doing political predictions, is that New Jersey will lose one Democrat in Congress, but the rest of them won’t have to fight as hard. That campaign money could be sent to candidates who are in a flip state.

Critics of this process have said that districts should be drawn to put people with similar interests together, not to gerrymander a district so that a particular party is stronger.

dios, florists, bakeries - all these different smaller businesses you see around town have taken advantage of it,” he said.

“Small businesses are the backbone of any community.”

According to Township Business Administrator Joanne Bergin, some 28 small businesses have taken advantage of the fee waiver since 2015.

Public comment on the ordinance and a final vote should take place at the next council meeting, which will be on Tuesday, February 22 at 7 p.m.

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Continued From Page 1 major case for opposition for the land development was put forth by attorney Charles P. Tivenan, who represented John and Peter Kos, owners of a mixed-use building that is immediately adjacent to the east of the property.

John Jackson of the law firm King, Kitrick, Jackson, McWeeney and Wells, attorney for the applicant Humza Tanvir, showed plans for the site, and called upon a number of experts to make the case for the development of the lot at 129 Chambers Bridge Road which would serve as the future home of a new Smoothie King location.

Traffic engineer Justin Taylor testified before the board that based upon his study, there would be “no detrimental impact to the surrounding roadway.” This opinion was scrutinized by Tivenan, given that the comparable stand-alone locations used in the engineering study were not located in New Jersey. Traffic was further brought into question by Board members themselves, who feared a potential “gridlock situation” and pointed out that the comparable sites studied in Harrisburg, Feasterville, and Whitehall, Pennsylvania “do not have shore traffic.”

Josh Sewald, the planner for the applicant, testified before the Board that even though the location is “uniquely shaped for an under-sized lot,” it fit well within the master plan for the Brick town center which calls for “linear commercial development along

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Sewald listed a number of concessions and improvements to the plan to minimize its impact, including increased “green space,” a smaller building, and reduced signage on the site.

“The big concern,” argued Tivenan, “is the traffic.”

Tivenan, working without a traffic engineering expert of his own, argued that the proposed use for the site “may not be the right fit for the area.” He was quickly interrupted by Jackson, who looked to Board Chairman Bernard Cooke and asked, “Is this cross examination of witnesses, or is Mr. Tivenan doing his closing argument?”

After questioning Taylor on the projected traffic pattern for patrons of the Smoothie King to reach the entrance to the site, Tivenan dismissed the traffic engineer’s explanation by replying, “That seems like a crazy, crazy scenario to get to the access point.”

Taylor’s answers to Tivenan’s questions relied upon his data, which he felt confirmed the plan was workable and feasible. At the conclusion of his queries, Tivenan offered “I very much hope that you are correct, but my suspicion is that you are not.”

Tivenan’s questioning of the applicant’s experts drew admonishment from the Board on several occasions, as he brought up the potential issues of emergency vehicles, insufficient parking, and the chance that drive-through patrons ignore signs and go the wrong way upon entering the lot. Taylor retorted that engineering designs expect

that people will follow rules and laws and that, “we don’t design to stupidity.”

After Tivenan was again interrupted by the Board during his questioning of the applicant’s engineer Doug Hanley, Jackson intervened on behalf of his client, characterizing Tivenan’s line of questioning as a stall tactic.

“I think it’s really designed to try to get us to the next meeting,” argued Jackson.

“We’re going over things that are redundant.

We’re having a lot of speeches that are in the form of questions. It’s taking up too much

─Photo by Mark Bator Traffic engineer Justin Taylor testifies at the Planning Board meeting.

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In his summary, Tivenan characterized the testimony of the applicant’s experts as “flowery recommendations” as he enumerated the points of concerns of his client, as well as those brought up by residents.

“We believe for various reasons, that this is not the right fit for that site,” he said. “This property is going to affect it for the worse.”

When asked directly by one neighborhood resident why this particular site in Brick Township was chosen, Tanvir replied simply, “I picked it. I think it’s a good location.”

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Rep. Kim’s New Bill Would Prevent Congress From Owning Stocks WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced his intention to introduce his Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act, a bill that would set one standard across all three branches of the federal government – including Congress, the President, Vice President, and the Supreme Court – to prohibit ownership of individual stocks. Congressman Kim applauds recent proposals to prevent insider trading by Members of Congress by prohibiting stock trading or requiring Members to put their stocks in a blind trust. This proposal goes further by prohibiting stock ownership altogether and includes other key policies to address the broader issue of conf licts of interest.

“The Constitution is a sacred document in our country. If you work a job empowered by the Constitution, you should have to hold yourself to the highest of standards and leave no doubt that you are serving the American People and not for political or personal benefit,” said Congressman Kim. “This bill is intended to set a standard across our entire government because all public servants, at the highest levels, owe the American People they serve their undivided attention and loyalty. Americans deserve to have complete faith in the people who

FARMINGDALE – Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore McKayla Havemann-Fordyce has earned Girl Scouts of the USA’s rare national lifesaving award, the Medal of Honor. McKayla, a 10-year-old Brownie Girl Scout, saved her grandmother Nancy’s life by her heroic actions. Due to her quick thinking and action when her grandmother required emergency health services, her grandmother was able to get the care necessary for a positive outcome.

On June 22, 2021, McKayla’s grandmother was experiencing shortness of breath and pains in her chest. Suffering from COPD, she knew she was having more of a hard time than usual. She called for McKayla and told her she needed help. McKayla helped get her to the kitchen to get her to a seated position.

Nancy became visibly distressed and started becoming light-headed. She told McKayla she would need to call 911. McKayla remembered her training from Girl Scouts and how to give correct information to first responders. McKayla stayed calm and stayed with Nancy until she heard the sirens at which time she went outside to help first responders find where Nancy was in the home.

Raymond Suiter Jr., Firefighter, Jackson Fire District #3, praised McKayla, saying, “In any emergency, people can become frazzled or erratic, but McKayla was able to follow the proper steps in a calm and collected manner.

choose to serve in our government, and this bill would be a first step in restoring that trust.”

Congressman Kim’s proposal would prohibit stock ownership for Members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children, and all congressional staff; the President, Vice President, all political appointees, and senior executive branch employees already required to file under the STOCK Act; and federal judges.

The Restoring Trust in Public Servants Act also goes beyond stock ownership to prohibit Members of Congress from having outside employment or income, sitting on corporate boards, or lobbying for the rest of their lifetime after leaving Congress - including “shadow lobbying,” or advising other lobbyists behind-thescenes.

“My entire life playing football I was on the offensive line. Anyone familiar with the O-line knows, we are always the first to be blamed and last to be praised. It’s a position that requires you to be self less for the betterment of the team, similar to when you serve as an elected official. You do so with self less intent in order to better your community. I’m not saying that elected officials shouldn’t be compensated fairly for the

incredibly difficult duty they perform, but when they have the ability to profit from insider knowledge on upcoming polices and their effect on stocks, they shouldn’t be able to unfairly take advantage of that. It can make you start to question if an elected officials’ intent behind a policy is for the betterment of the people they represent, or their own financial gain. I am grateful to see leaders such as Congressman Kim stepping up to bat on important issues such as this,” said Tyrell Crosby, Offensive Lineman, Detroit Lions, who has been outspoken about prohibiting Members of Congress from buying stocks just as NFL players are prohibited from betting on games.

“The American people have made it clear that they are concerned about corruption in our government and this should be a top priority for lawmakers,” said Dylan Hedtler-Gaudette, Government Affairs Manager at the Project On Gover n ment Oversight (POGO).

“Whether it is stock trading that looks like insider trading by government officials and their spouses or the corrupting effects of lobbying by former policy makers, these issues under mine the public’s trust in government. We look forward to continuing to work with Rep.

Girl Scout Earns Lifesaving Award Her actions undoubtedly contributed to her grandmother’s positive outcome. Her poise in the face of an emergent situation is to be commended, and she is certainly deserving of the Medal of Honor.”

She then proceeded to go to a neighbor’s house to look for help, but no one was home. McKayla knew to call her mother at work but, she did not respond. McKayla then called her emergency contact person on her phone and waited with first responders until her emergency contact person arrived. McKayla remained totally calm throughout the event and Nancy’s doctors said that had she not known what to do Nancy would have suffocated from the collapsed lung.

Mohamed Elsawaf, MD, physician at Shore Pulmonary, Ocean NJ, extended his gratitude to McKayla for her heroic actions in the care of her grandmother, saying, “Due to her quick thinking and action when her grandmother required emergency health services, her grandmother was able to get the care our group provided at the hospital for a life-threatening situation. She conducted herself with composure and maturity and we are all very proud of her.”

Recognizing this act of bravery, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Interim CEO Heather Coburn said, “McKayla performed a heroic act beyond the degree of maturity and training to be expected at her age. Girl Scouts are encouraged

to be resourceful, skilled, and ready to help others - McKayla’s quick thinking and exceptional judgment is inspiring to us all.”

Kim on legislation that responds to the concerns the public is raising.”

Congressman Kim supports the Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act, also announced by Senator Elizabeth Warren and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. Both pieces of legislation are distinct from other current proposals in Congress in that they prohibit stock ownership, not only stock trading.

Both include provisions to ensure Members of Congress would not face tax penalties for complying with the new rules.

In addition to Members of Congress and spouses, who are covered by the Warren/ Jayapal bill, Congressman Kim’s bill also applies to Members’ dependent children, all congressional staff, certain executive branch officials, and federal judges.

Congressman Kim is committed to cleaning up money in politics and strengthening ethics and transparency to restore our Democracy. When he was elected in 2018, Congressman Kim promised to hold at least one town hall every month.

To date, the Congressman has hosted 47 town halls over three years. Congressman Kim posts his Daily Activities publicly on his website so constituents in Burlington and Ocean Counties can see the work he is doing on their behalf.

McKayla’s grandmother is recovering from a collapsed lung. McKayla will be recognized at Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Annual meeting.

─Photo courtesy Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

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Continued From Page 1 made by a previous girlfriend made claims of domestic violence, and also said that her accusations had been ignored by his superiors.

The Sheriff’s Department put out a statement that read, in part: “The recent allegations made against Daniel Leyden are deeply concerning and are being investigated, and we welcome anyone with information to please come forward and speak with detectives.”

How To Spot Domestic Violence The Toms River Times reached out to Dottie’s House, a domestic violence shelter in Ocean County. Clinical Program Supervisor Jamie Peto and Case Manager Karen Kirton spoke about how to recognize abuse and how to escape it. They are not familiar with the case and spoke generally about these topics.

Domestic violence comes in many forms, which makes it sometimes difficult to spot, they said. It’s not always physical or sexual violence.

It could be financial, where the abuser takes control of all resources and tells the victim how they will never survive on their own without them. It is often emotional, where the victim is belittled and talked down to. Emotional and verbal abuse is still abuse.

One thing abusers have in common is that they isolate their victim from their family and friends. They only see the abuser’s family and friends.

“They gain control and don’t allow the victim to have any outside support or contacts,” Peto said.

Some get physical right away but some use charisma to get what they want, Kirton explained. They come off as very charming, and someone who might be a great provider.

“Most people in their life wouldn’t know that they are an abuser.”

The abuser might appear to be trying to help but they are really taking control of situations, Peto said. The victim might have a bad family situation, and the abuser appears to be a knight in shining armor taking them out of that family situation. But what they are really doing is taking control of the victim and cutting them off from a part of their life.

Cycles Of Abuse Many abusive couples go through a cycle of abuse. Everything is OK for a while, maybe even great. Then things slowly take a turn for the worst. The situation hits rock bottom and

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“They are trying to pull you back in,” Peto said. They make it hard to leave. “You think things are going to get better even if they aren’t.”

Just because things are fine for a time doesn’t mean you’re not in an abusive situation, she warned. This is a common cycle, and if it looks familiar, you probably need some help getting out.

Dottie’s House encourages education for children in middle school to learn what a healthy relationship is. “Even at an early age, they need to see what love looks like.”

Peto shared that a lot of abuse victims come from a family where there was abuse between parents. They saw that as normal. They might even seek out a partner that is similar to the abusive parent. They are perpetuating the cycle.

How To Get Help Experts say the first thing you should do is call the National Domestic Violence Hotline, which is available 24 hours a day: 800-7997233. If your health or safety is in danger, call the police.

When someone realizes they are in a situation like this, they often don’t know where to go for help. They don’t have any money of their own. They are not sure what will happen to the children. There are a lot of questions. They might not even know they have options, Kirton said. Visiting web sites like DottiesHouse.org can help educate you.

Most domestic violence websites have a panic button on them, Peto said. That means you can research a program online. And if your partner walks in, you can click the button and it will delete it from your search history.

As the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Office said: “No one should be afraid to come forward, because doing so could save not only your life, but the life of a future victim.”

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day: 800-273-8255.

“Deputy Abigail Bieber was an outstanding law enforcement officer, and by all accounts, an even better person who left a positive impact on every member of her squad and the countless members of our community who she encountered while on patrol,” Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement.

“This tragedy has left our sheriff’s office family grief-stricken. There is a void within our hearts that can never be filled, but I hope that Deputy Bieber’s legacy will be the way she lived her life, as a selfless servant.”

As a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy, she worked patrol shifts but also worked undercover.

She aspired to work as a detective in the Special

Victims Section, investigating crimes against children.

“Additionally, Abby worked many off-duty shifts at Tampa Bay Downs where, once again, her infectious personality and enthusiasm made her many deep and abiding friendships,” her obituary stated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Mary Lee’s House, 2806 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa, 33607 (/maryleeshouse.org); Max and Me Pet Rescue, 12191 W. Linebaugh Ave. #554, Tampa, FL 33626; or The Boys and girls Club c/o Sam and Laurice Hachem Foundation Club at Town ‘n country Park, 6039 Hanley Road, Tampa, FL 33634.

─Photo courtesy Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff’s Deputy Abigail Bieber

About Abby According to the Orlando Sentinel, Bieber, 30, worked with the department since 2018.

She was described as a role model for children.

“As a passionate advocate for child victims, Deputy Bieber frequently and diligently responded to calls for service related to sexual battery and child abuse,” the department said in a statement.

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County Saving Money On Energy Costs

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By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – Ocean County officials are pleased with the results of an energy master plan which is realizing substantial savings as it moves beyond its five-year mark.

Ocean County Commissioner Joseph Vicari said, “the steps we have taken to install improvements in many of the main County government buildings in downtown Toms River to improve energy efficiencies have been more beneficial than we could have anticipated.”

Vicari, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Buildings and Grounds added, “this is a 20-year plan that continues to pay for itself in savings and also environmental benefits.”

By implementing many of the measures outlined in the Energy Savings Improvement Plan, the County has received about $1.25 million in energy savings incentives in addition to the savings from reduced energy consumption.

The State Board of Public Utilities awarded Ocean County $1.1 million in incentives for the

installation of the energy efficient heating and cooling system at the Justice Complex. The first incentive in the amount of $330,000 was paid in June 2019, following the County’s purchase of the system’s major components.

The second incentive in the amount of $660,000 was received on July 6, 2020. The County is waiting for the third incentive payment which will total $220,000.

“These kinds of incentives make undertaking the energy master plan extremely worthwhile.

This was an important step in the work Ocean County has been doing to create more energy efficient facilities,” Vicari said.

Ocean County Assistant Administrator Michael Fiure provided an update on the energy master plan during a recent pre-board meeting of the Board of Ocean County Commissioners.

Fiure said it was “important that we have a reliable energy system to keep the power on in our buildings during storms or other incidents that can result in the loss of power.

Ocean County government needs to continue to function during these times and the CHP has been doing its job while saving us money.”

The County received an additional $275,000 from the New Jersey Office of Clean Energy and anticipates an additional $200,000 from the state agency. Ocean County also saved nearly $650,000 over a 10-month period since the implementation of the energy savings program.

Vicari, who joined Fiure during the presentation, said the County has also taken numerous other energy efficient money saving steps with its government buildings including lighting replacement, installation of energy management systems, boiler replacements, chiller replacements, and hot water heater upgrades.

“By installing high tech, energy efficient systems, we are realizing the substantial savings that comes along with it. We want to make certain our buildings are powered with clean and efficient energy. These steps help save money and protect our environment,” Vicari added.

The centerpiece of the County’s energy program was the installation of the Combined Heat and Power & Fuel Cell (CHP) at the Ocean County Justice Complex at 120 Hooper Avenue in downtown Toms River.

The large non-descript white box located on the west side of Hooper Avenue is the 600 kW natural gas fueled CHP system that generates electricity to power the Ocean County Justice Complex, while capturing and using the waste heat for space heating, cooling, and water heating.

Vicari noted that the project is anticipated to generate more than 4.7 million kWh of electricity each year. “The list of improvements is lengthy but all the changes, some large, some small, have made an important difference.”

Fiure requested a one-year extension of the contract for DCO Energy, the engineering firm that developed the energy savings improvement plan noting the additional time will result in added savings and also will provide training to County staff on the energy technology that is being implemented.

“This will help us in our effort to continue to improve our energy technology resulting in lower energy bills and savings to the County,” Fiure added.

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Mayor Ducey Announces Scholarship Opportunity

BRICK – Mayor John G. Ducey would like to inform high school juniors and seniors in Brick Township who are planning to continue their education after high school about a scholarship opportunity offered by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. The League is offering three $1,000 scholarships through the Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition. The statewide competition centers on the theme “How has local government played a role in your life regarding the ongoing pandemic?”

“Brick Township has many exceptional young students. I encourage all juniors and seniors to participate in this scholarship competition and show just how exceptional, talented and dedicated the young people of our community are,” said Mayor Ducey.

Applicants will be required to write an essay of approximately 500 words with the theme: “What My Municipal Government Does Best.” Judging is based solely on the essay including originality, technical composition and appropriateness and effective articulation of theme.

Students wishing to apply for the scholarship competition can download an application packet at bricktownship.net. If you would like to request an application by email, send an email to dmurphy@ twp.brick.nj.us.

The scholarship is open to all high school juniors and seniors. Residents who live in Brick but attend schools in other communities should return their application to Mayor Ducey’s office.

A committee will select one essay from Brick Township as a semi-finalist. That application will be forwarded and reviewed by the NJSLOM Scholarship Committee.

That committee will select 15 finalists and 3 winners. The winners will each receive a $1,000 scholarship and their essay will be featured in New Jersey Municipalities Magazine.

All applications must be returned to Mayor Ducey’s office by March 18. Completed applications should be mailed to Mayor John Ducey, Attention: NJSLOM Scholarship, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ, 08723.

2022 Brick Hero Awards Accepting Nominations

BRICK – The Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee is actively seeking nominations for the 2022 Brick Hero Awards that are taking place on March 11 at the BTHS Auditorium.

These awards recognize the contributions of individuals that have made a positive impact in our community. If you know someone deserving of an award, email Brandi at bwhite@twp.brick.nj.us. The deadline for submissions is February 28.

Nominations should include: Who are you nominating?

Why? Tell us what this person has done

to deserve a Brick Hero Award (brief description).

Email and/or phone number of nominee.

Your name and email and/or phone number.

Help us celebrate our local heroes! Tickets for the Brick Hero Awards will be available at the door: $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. All proceeds from the event go to benefit the Mayor’s Student Advisory and the Lounge 270 Teen Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, contact Brandi at bwhite@twp.brick.nj.us.

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BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will sponsor a program on the Hindenburg Air Ship disaster on March 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Herbertsville Firehouse, 601 Herbertsville Rd., Brick.

Bill Schmidt, a member of the Lakehurst Historical Society, will present a program explaining this important happening in New Jersey history. Schmidt is a Navy veteran, having served on the destroyer USS Charles S. Sperry DD 697 during the

Vietnam era. He is a retired Stationary Engineer with a NJ Red Seal Boilers License to operate high pressure boilers. His last position before retirement was at Hudson Tank Terminal at Port Newark.

Admission is free and the public is welcome. Parking is in the rear of the firehouse. For more information about the society see its website at: bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com or call 732-7852500.

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Anthony dreams of entering the world of medicine and is particularly determined to make healthcare more readily accessible.

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Anthony is one of 30 hardworking recipients scholarship this year, out of more than 1,800 applicants across the country. These 30 scholarship winners were awarded a combined $100,000 from Sallie Mae.

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Upcoming Township Council Meeting

BRICK – The next Brick Township Council meeting is February 22 at 7 p.m. All meetings are held in the Municipal Building, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, at the indicated time. All meetings are open

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Dear Joel, I admit it; I can be cranky sometimes. My patience gets short, and the littlest things set me off. But you seem to be so grounded. What are your tips for not losing your cool?

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Around The Jersey Shore Fire Safety And Prevention Planning

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─Photo courtesy Lakewood Fire District LAKEWOOD – On January 21, the Lakewood Fire District hosted a Fire Safety and Prevention Planning meeting with representatives of the recently formed Safety Committee of Covington Village.

The day’s meeting was the result of month’s long work and a joint effort by the Covington Village Safety Committee, along with the Lakewood Fire Prevention Program and the Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, in compiling a Resident Emergency Information Directory. This important directory will greatly assist first responders in times of emergency, especially where it comes to the safety and needs of the residents.

In attendance were Committee Members

Terry McEllen, Pat Swan, and Kathy Coleman, Fire Commissioner Larry Loigman, Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, Deputy Fire Marshal Zachary Sharp, and Fire Prevention Coordinator Jacob Woolf.

The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, in conjunction with Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr, and Fire Prevention Coordinator Jacob Woolf, cannot overemphasize the benefits of community involved fire safety education and prevention.

For assistance in forming a safety committee or to arrange an educational presentation in your own neighborhood or development contact the Fire Prevention Hotline at 732-364-5151 ext. 2 or email us at fireprevention@lakewoodfd.org.

In 1998, the State of New Jersey adopted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act (AICRA) to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons who are injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for medical treatment and less rights to recover monetary damages from careless drivers who injure your family.

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We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy.

The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000.00 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you and only provides $15,000.00 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries.

The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the collision is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets.

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The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000.00 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the collision then you and your family are covered for your losses.

When you purchase the Standard Policy, you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.”

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Selecting the correct insurance coverage is extremely important when it comes to protecting your family and personal assets.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

What an Intracranial Headache Feels Like

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Having a headache is common, and probably 80 percent of people experience one in their life. There are all sorts of headache disorders such as migraines, tension, hormonal and cluster headaches. Popular medications can induce a headache including the very effective blood pressure pills known as “ACE inhibitors.” You probably have heard of the ACE receptor since that’s where the bug of 2020 binds to as it enters human cells.

But what about intracranial headaches due to high pressure on the brain, have you heard of that? It’s a serious problem and I think it is important for you to understand what that type of headache feels like. It’s also critical to distinguish this form a migraine which often has an aura.

Probably the most common symptom of intracranial hypertension (aside from the headache itself) is eye trouble! There is no aura. You may have blind spots, poor peripheral (side) vision, blurry vision, double vision, and temporary bouts of vision loss.

Left untreated, many people experience permanent vision loss.

An intracranial hypertension headache happens when there is increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in the brain. Normally this occurs if a person has a traumatic brian injury, car accident, sports injury or a disease involving the spinal cord. It wasn’t that common except in the elderly population with high risk of a stroke, hydrocephalus or aneurysm. Nowadays, I get questions about severe, moving headaches frequently, so I’ve been researching the cause of these.

The hallmark symptom of course is a severe headache, one that might even move quickly around your head! It may be sharp and severe, or may feel like a dull, aching pressure that make your eyes hurt. You may feel less alert, and a bit confused but also possibly restless. As the pressure rises in your brain, you may become less able to speak like normal, and weaker. It may feel like it’s a little bit harder to breathe. These symptoms can come on in minutes, and wake you in the middle of the night. This is not a headache you can treat at home; this is a medical emergency in many cases because it could mean impending stroke or blindness.

There are however a number of cases where individuals can walk around and sort of function in life with mild ICP. And this maybe you if you’ve been to dozens of doctors for your weird, unrelenting headaches.

The condition can be diagnosed with a lumbar puncture that assesses the pressure of your cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). A visual examination looking for papilledema is critical as part of the fundamental work up. I hope this article has been helpful in terms of enlightening you to the new type of headache we are seeing. I hope it helps you to have learned the symptoms today in case you or a loved one experiences this.

For more information visit the Intracranial Hypertension Research Foundation.

Also, if you are interested, I have a more comprehensive version of this article. Please sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.

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The Woman’s Club Looking For New Members

POINT PLEASANT – The Woman’s Club of Point Pleasant is looking for woman interested in a variety of charity projects & helping others. The club is a nonprofit organization and a member of the NJSFWC. They are an active club that works with many other charities seeking help, along with local schools, community shelters, local police and fire houses and

5TH Annual EarthShare NJ Rocks

POINT PLEASANT – Are you looking for a fun night out for a great cause at the Jersey Shore? Join EarthShare at Martell’s Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant on March 26 at 6 p.m. to rock for a greener tomorrow!

The evening will feature MC Tom Kaminski and great music from local bands Vyntedge, Revolver, The Black Ties, and Savoir Faire.

There will also be food and drinks for purchase, raffles and more! All proceeds from this show support the work of environmental nonprofit organizations that preserve and protect our air, water, land, and wildlife.

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Crisis Hotline Volunteers Needed JERSEY SHORE – Crisis Hotline Volunteers needed for CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ training beginning March 9, once a week every Wednesday for 12 weeks from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Training will be held in person at St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. CONTACT is a 24-hour crisis intervention hotline that also provides information & referral to community resources.

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They are always looking for woman who also like to help others and be involved in a very rewarding series of projects. You do not need to be from Point Pleasant, as they have members from Brick, Toms

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Man Gets 16 Years For Aggravated Manslaughter

By Chris Lundy LAKEWOOD – A man who fatally stabbed his victim was sentenced to 16 years in state prison, police said.

Darneil Reeves, 38, of Lakewood, will have to serve at least 85% of that sentence before being eligible for parole due to the No Early Release Act. On June 22, 2015, he stabbed Hassan Parker, 32, of South Toms River. Parker f led from the scene in a car, but lost control of it and crashed. Off-duty police officers witnessed the crash and helped Parker, who told them about Reeves. He made it to the hospital before he succumbed to his injuries.

Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer commended the efforts of Executive Assis-

tant Prosecutor Michelle Armstrong and Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Kristin Pressman who handled the case on behalf of the State, as well as the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office High Tech Crime Unit, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Victim Witness Advocacy Unit, Lakewood Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Lakewood Township Police Department, Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit, and United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force, for their collaborative efforts in connection with this investigation, resulting in Reeves’ apprehension, guilty plea, and lengthy state prison sentence.

The Lighthouse International Film Society Presents: FLEE LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society will be screening award winning film FLEE at The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on February 20 at 7 p.m.

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FLEE tells the story of Amin Nawabi as he grapples with a painful secret he has kept hidden for 20 years, one that threatens to derail the life he has built for himself and his soon to be husband. Recounted mostly through animation to director Jonas Pohrer Rasmussen, he tells for the first time the story of his extraordinary journey as a child refugee from Afghanistan.

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Six Flags Now Hiring For The 2022 Season

By Alyssa Riccardi JACKSON – Six Flags Great Adventure, Wild Safari, and Hurricane Harbor are now accepting applications for the 2022 season.

From March through January 1, 2023, 4,000 team members are needed to fill positions. There are more than 10 different departments for job opportunities with most jobs being available to those 16 years of age and older, with select positions open to 14- and 15-year-olds. Many positions start at $15 per hour.

Six Flags offers flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, educational scholarships, exclusive events, free park admission and much more to team members.

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Applicants with employment-related questions can email SFGAHREC@sftp.com or call 732928-2000 ext. 7072700. For more information, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of FEB 12 - FEB 18

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Sidestep a misunderstanding by waiting for another day to discuss an issue with a loved one. Any impulsiveness could cause consequences, so it’s best to count to ten before taking action or voicing an opinion in the week to come.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Moderation should be your mantra. You would be wise to avoid taking on additional debts in the week ahead. A sparkling and enthusiastic outlook can attract others and may result in a wealth of social invitations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Your business ideas could be naive or overly idealistic in the week ahead. You are likely willing to investigate proposals and joint enterprises but might not understand the most important details. Wait to begin significant projects.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A loved one or partner could have some powerful ideas. Follow someone else’s lead as the week goes by and you should be able to achieve your goals. Wait until you are armed with more data before you discuss a family or career issue.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may feel restless and ready to try something new as this week progresses. You could be primed to meet interesting people and escape from a limiting relationship or situation. Use your soft heart to deal with the hard heads.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Exercise restraint, it’s fine to multi-task in the week to come but do not impulsively spend more money than you should. Be sure that short-term solutions are not creating long-term problems.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): You might find you are walking a narrow balance beam that makes missteps more likely than usual.

Wait until later in the week when there is less chance for a misunderstanding to discuss the future of a close relationship.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You might be inspired to make sweeping changes as the week unfolds. An enthusiastic partner could encourage you. At the same time, you may be aware of family responsibilities that require more of your energy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): True freedom can come when you realize you have nothing to prove. You may tackle your job with creativity but still may feel most comfortable close to home with your family or tribe in the upcoming week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Dreams are the first step to manifestation, and some of your inspiring and creative ideas could grow into something worth pursuing. Wait until later in the week to begin new projects or to take definitive action.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Even if you feel slightly under the weather, your attitude can shift enough for life to shine brightly. Take the lessons gained from recent experiences seriously as the week unfolds. Focus on changes within your family.

PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Take steps to protect yourself from making errors that impact your financial security. Be conscious of impulse purchases as this week flies by. Investigate apps or other ways to stay more efficient and organized.

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THESE SUPER-CHOCOLATY CUPCAKES ARE CROWNED WITH A DELICIOUS CHOCOLATE GLAZE

By America’s Test Kitchen

CHOCOLATE GLAZED CUPCAKES Makes 12 cupcakes

1 cup (5 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 cup (7 ounces) sugar 1 /2 c u p ( 2 o u n ce s ) D u t ch - p r o cessed cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (8 ounces) milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 /2 c u p ( 3 o u n ce s ) s e m i s w e e t chocolate chips 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 3 pieces 1. Adjust oven rack to the middle p os i t i on a n d h eat o v e n t o 3 5 0 degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with 12 paper liners.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt.

3. I n a lar ge bowl, whisk milk , oi l , eg g a n d v a n i l l a u n t i l w el l combined.

4. Add flour mixture to wet mixt ur e and whisk unt il just combined and no dr y flour is visible.

Pour batter i nto a l ar ge l i qui d m e a s u r i n g c u p. D i v i d e ba t t e r e v enl y a m on g m u f f i n t i n cu ps (each cup should be filled almost to the top).

5. Bake cupcakes until a toothpick inserted in center of 1 cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Let cupcakes cool completely in muffin tin on a cooling rack , about 1 hour.

6. In a small bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Heat in microwave at 50 percent power for 2 minutes. Stir with a rubber spatula until smooth.

7. Remove cooled cupcakes from m uf fi n t i n. Tur n each cupcak e upside down and dip top in chocolate g laze. Tur n cupcake right side up and let glaze set and harden, about 20 minutes.

(For 25 years, confident cooks in the know have relied on America’s Test Kitchen for rigorously tested recipes developed by professional test cooks and vetted by 60,000 at-home recipe testers. See more online at www.americastestkitchen. com/TCA.) (c) 2022 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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