Tag: Monmouth County Board of Freeholders
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Monmouth County freeholders consider legal action against attorney general
The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders will issue a request for proposals from attorneys or law firms interested in representing the county in a potential legal action against the state. On Oct. 10, the freeholders voted 5-0 to seek proposals from legal professionals. County Counsel Michael Fitzgerald said the legal action the county may file…
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Freeholders address road, bridge issues in Millstone Township
The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has approved four resolutions that address proposed road improvements in Millstone Township. The members of the county’s governing body took the following action during a meeting on Sept. 26: • The freeholders approved plans and specifications for the construction of safety improvements at the intersection of county Route 1…
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Monmouth County partners with Rutgers to develop research orchard
UPPER FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to announce a partnership between the county’s Grown in Monmouth program and Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) to develop a hazelnut farmer demonstration research orchard. The ceremony was held on Sept. 24 at the Rutgers Fruit and Ornamental Research…
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Resident endorses Nelson and Penna for freeholder
Monmouth County freeholders need board members with fresh perspectives. That is why I am voting for Moira Nelson and Michael Penna. Mr. Penna is a dedicated educator who works with special needs and “at risk” children, while Ms. Nelson, a small business owner, is a leader in substance abuse prevention. Mr. Penna and Ms. Nelson…
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Monmouth County runs donation drive for Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial Fund
On behalf of the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders and Monmouth County, Freeholder Lillian G. Burry is leading a donation drive in support of the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial Fund. The fund is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the morale and welfare of members of the United States armed forces…
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Freeholders acquire property to facilitate intersection improvements
Monmouth County officials are moving forward with a plan to improve an intersection at the border of Freehold Township and Millstone Township. The “V” intersection where Route 524 (Stagecoach Road) meets Route 537 (Monmouth Road) at the border of the two municipalities is expected to be redesigned and improved, according to the Monmouth County Board…
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Resident supports Penna, Nelson for freeholder
As a former public office holder, I often find myself engaged in conversation with friends, colleagues and even casual acquaintances about the state of local, state and national politics. We wring our hands over rising taxes and the cost of living, bemoan the dearth of bold ideas to fix our economy and fret over the…
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Freeholders will add property to Turkey Swamp Park
Turkey Swamp Park, Freehold Township, is expected to increase in size by 23.4 acres following action by the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders. During a meeting on Aug. 20, the freeholders voted to authorize the acquisition of property on Siloam and Hendrickson roads in Freehold Township for additions to Turkey Swamp Park, which is part…
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County plans upgrades at Millstone Township intersection
MILLSTONE – A project that is expected to improve an intersection in Millstone Township has been approved by the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders. On Aug. 7, members of the county’s governing body approved plans and specifications for the construction of safety improvements at the intersection of Millstone Road and Sweetmans Lane/Perrineville Road. Sweetmans Lane…
