Bradley Beach Council Tackles Ocean Avenue Project as Residents Demand Basic Facilities

Overview: The Bradley Beach Borough Council focused on multiple issues during its recent meeting, with the potential renovation of the 54 Ocean Avenue building emerging as a central topic. The council engaged in an extensive discussion regarding the future use of this municipal asset, which has been supported by a $50,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. While the grant aims to explore the building’s potential, council members expressed concerns about the scope of the project and emphasized the importance of aligning it with community needs.

Bradley Beach Council Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Budget Mismanagement and Financial Discrepancies

Overview: In a recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting, intense scrutiny was directed at the handling of the 2024 municipal budget, with a focus on financial discrepancies and concerns about transparency and fiscal responsibility. The public hearing on the budget revealed several issues, including unanticipated revenue shortfalls, the management of reserves, and the implications of past audits on current financial planning.

Bradley Beach Council Meeting Spotlights Beach Safety Innovations and Property Redevelopment Challenges

Overview: The recent Bradley Beach Borough Council meeting focused on issues including beach safety improvements, the redevelopment of a prominent property, and the ongoing negotiations with Local 152.

Bradley Beach Residents Voice Concerns Over Budget Transparency and Financial Management

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board meeting was dominated by a debate over the 2024 Municipal budget, with residents and council members alike expressing frustrations about transparency, communication, and financial discrepancies.

Bradley Beach Land Use Board Approves Key Variances Amid Concerns Over Zoning Compliance

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board convened to address several applications, including the approval of key variances for local homeowners despite ongoing concerns about zoning compliance and property functionality. The most notable discussions centered around the extension of time for Coastal Custom Builders, a proposal by Brian Downey to construct a new garage with an apartment, and the complexities of adhering to new zoning regulations for undersized lots.