Ocean Township Council Addresses Impervious Coverage Regulations and Infrastructure Projects

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ocean Township Council tackled issues surrounding impervious coverage regulations, the impact on residential zoning, and critical infrastructure projects. The council discussed proposed changes to impervious coverage requirements. The meeting also covered various ongoing projects, including road improvements, the WIPCO project, and the potential application for a Community Development Block Grant for bathroom renovations. Notably, the council debated the construction of a pedestrian bridge and its implications, and announced plans for the township’s 175th anniversary celebration.

Ocean Shade Tree Commission Addresses Tree Fund Usage, Ordinance Revisions, and Public Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Ocean Shade Tree Commission, issues regarding public safety, budget allocations, and ordinance revisions took center stage. The commission discussed the usage of the Shade Tree Fund, the need for a structured community forestry management plan, and concerns over specific hazardous trees. Moreover, the meeting covered the revision of shade tree ordinances to align with the MS4 permitting process and the state’s proposed ordinance adjustments.

Ocean Township Environmental Commission Discusses Tree Ordinance, Impervious Coverage Regulations, and Green Initiatives

Overview: The Ocean Township Environmental Commission’s recent meeting focused on environmental policy discussions, including potential revisions to the tree ordinance, changes to impervious coverage regulations, and the commission’s ongoing green initiatives.

Town Council Debates Road Projects, Dredging, and Cannabis Ordinance in Packed Meeting

Overview: The Ocean Town Council meeting provided a forum for debate on a variety of town projects, with a particular focus on the completion of the 2022 Road program, the dredging of Snow’s Pond, and the passage of a cannabis ordinance. The council also discussed an upcoming auction for local property, the installment of a crosswalk, and a proposed 5K event at Ino Park.

Ocean Planning Board Approves New Cannabis and Soil Tree Removal Ordinances

Overview: The Ocean Planning Board recently approved two ordinances, one regulating cannabis businesses, and the other pertaining to soil and tree removal.