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FIVE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION of WHITING Inc. The
next Homeowners meeting will be on Friday February 24th. The
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL WHITING MERCHANT You may save a few pennies by going to the Mall for your shopping. BUT what about the cost of gasoline, trying to find a parking spot, the crowds,waiting on lines and the time you spend for the trip. Whiting merchants provide jobs for your neighbors, pay local taxes,support community activities and provide a friendly shopping experience unlike the big stores where you are just a number. Have less stress and more time to do the things you enjoy. |
JOURNEY THOUGH GRIEF
Somebody Cares will be introducing a "Journey through Grief" workshop. The workshop will be 12 weeks of about 2 hours each session. The cost will be under written by Somebody Cares. The group will focus not only on what you have gone through, and where you are now but also where you want to be in the future. A licensed clinical social worker will conduct the workshop. Persons must be at least 6 months into morning. Class will be limited to 12 persons and the participants must be dedicated to complete the course. Call
Pat Zyla Executive Director of Somebody Cares at |
Crestwood
Village 5 FREE ADMISSION! Vendors will be available to present merchandise and services of interest to seniors. Take a shopping bag as you enter and collect the many useful giveaways. Exhibits on Home Renovation - Travel - Resident Living - Services - Health Care - Real Estate - Flooring - Dental - and Much, Much More Lucky
Attendees Can Win Great Prizes. It's a Fun Day. |
Ocean
County Press Release TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders unveiled its proposed 2012 spending package keeping to its pledge of no surprises when it comes to the county's budget. "The proposed 2012 spending package totals $354,189,356. It covers the cost of providing services in a growing county while coming in $4.1 million below a restrictive 2 percent spending cap," said Freeholder Deputy Director John C. Bartlett Jr., who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Department of Finance. The overall budget is up about $1.4 million or less than half of a percent. "While property values dropped again in Ocean County, it is still important to remember we continue to be one of the fastest growing counties in the state with the largest population of seniors and veterans," Bartlett said. "This budget reflects the ongoing efforts of this board and its county departments to reduce costs and yet provide quality services and programs to our citizens. This budget shows that this Board of Freeholders lives within its means." Bartlett said the amount to be raised by taxation is $300,026,643, up $6.7 million, and the county property tax rate will go up by .0184 cents to 29 cents per $100 of assessed property value. The budget will be formally introduced during the 4 p.m., Feb. 15 meeting of the Board of Freeholders and a public hearing has been scheduled for the March 21 Board meeting which also begins at 4 p.m. The meetings are held in Room 119 of the Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Ave., here. "This is a bare bones budget, no bells or whistles," said Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little. "There are no new programs or services. This sustains our core services. "What this budget does is make certain that our streets will be properly maintained and safe, that nutritious hot meals will continue to be delivered to our seniors, our most vulnerable residents will be provided with social services, and students will continue to get quality educations at Ocean County College and at our vocational technical schools," Little said. Bartlett noted the county's salary and wage account is down by $358,102 in the proposed budget and the number of positions eliminated in the 2012 budget nets 56. "We have reduced the number of positions in county government by almost 200 during the last three years," Bartlett said. Bartlett commended Freeholder John P. Kelly, Director of Law and Public Safety, for closely reviewing the staffing needs of an expanded Ocean County Jail with Jail Warden Ted Hutler and County Administrator Carl Block and developing a plan that allows for new staff to be phased in. The budget provides funds for 16 new employees in law enforcement. "We are hiring 12 additional corrections officers for the expanded jail facility, which opened in October 2011," Kelly said. "We are phasing in staffing increases so as to be fiscally responsible with tax dollars. "Public safety is a priority for the Board of Freeholders," Kelly said. "We are doing all we can to keep staffing at the appropriate levels while not creating an additional financial burden on the taxpayers who pay the bills." Funding for Ocean County College and the Ocean County Vocational-Technical schools will remain at the 2011 levels in the 2012 proposed budget. Ocean County College is expected to receive $14,700,259 and the vo-tech school system is expected to receive $17,364,646. "During these difficult economic times it's essential that our citizens have access to a quality and affordable education," said Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who serves as liaison to the vo-tech school system. "Both, our county college and our vo-tech schools provide our citizens with the tools they need so they secure employment or boost their skill levels." The budget provides an additional $234,573 bringing the appropriation for the Board of Social Services to $19,708,337. "This budget provides a modest increase to the Board of Social Services in order to continue to receive matching state and federal funds," said Little, who serves as liaison to the Board. "This funding is for the programs and services that are helping to keep our needy citizens in their homes, with food on their tables while they seek new employment or skills." Vicari added that funding for Senior Services will remain at $1.8 million. "With the largest senior population in the state and the rapid increase of those 85 years old and over, senior programs are growing more vital," Vicari said. Overall departmental operating expenses have remained flat for the second year following deep cuts in department budgets. "My colleagues and I, over the years, have relied on conservative financial planning to help us through difficult economic times such as these," Bartlett said. "Over the course of this year as in the past, county government programs will continue to be downsized, eliminated or put on hold as we hold down costs and remain affordable for the taxpayer. When you decrease the amount you are spending, you subsequently must change the way you do business." Freeholder James F. Lacey, who serves as liaison to Ocean County's road system – the largest road network in the state, said the proposed budget provides the funds that make certain county roads will be maintained throughout the year. He added the $1.5 million proposed appropriation for stormwater management will have a direct impact on protecting and preserving the Barnegat Bay. Bartlett said the county will continue to effectuate savings throughout the budget year and will continue to look at ways to reduce and cutback. "This
budget reflects the realities of this county government. It will allow us to keep
our AAA bond rating, which helps us save money on interest, and provide vital
services and it holds no surprises."
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You Nolonger Can Vote on the local School Budget New Jersey voters may no longer have a direct say on their school boards' spending, under legislation signed by Gov. Chris Christie that would allow districts to dispense with seeking approval for budgets that meet the state's spending cap. The new law allows also school districts to move their April elections to the November general election. The members of Manchester's Board of Education voted in favor of adopting the changes locally. In districts that move elections to November, boards will also no longer have to seek voter approval for budgets that fall within the state's 2 percent tax levy increase cap. Asbury Park Press |
JCP&L
Under Review for Nearly $86 Million in Overearnings from 2010 Asbury Park Press |
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42-year-old Oyster Creek Generating Station, based in Lacey, has more than 750
metric tons of radioactive waste stored in a fuel pool at the facility which exceeded
the design capacity long ago. It creates a risk of a massive fire and meltdown. asbury park press |
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Ocean
County Press Release AS THE SEASON'S first nor'easter brought high winds and floods to many parts of Ocean County this week, the threat of power outages led to another unexpected problem. "Many families, especially seniors, use automatic garage doors to enter their homes," said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. "Should the power fail while they are out, they may have no way to get back inside." Vicari, who is Chairman of Senior Services, recommended that everyone carry a house key to use incase the power goes out. "We all enjoy the convenience of simply pressing a button in the warm car and pulling into the garage, avoiding the rain, snow and wind," he said. "This week's storm should be a warning sign for residents to always carry a spare key." "Now is a good time to check that spare key and make sure your door locks are operating properly." |
SOMEBODY CARES --- DIAL A RIDE DIAL
A RIDE provides transportation for our seniors to the doctor, store, church etc.
Inorder to continue this valuable door to door service Cares needs volunteers
with safe driving records who could serve as drivers. Please call 732-350-1400 for more information or apply in person at Somebody Cares, 48 Schoolhouse Rd. Whiting N.J. between 9 A.M.- 12:30 P.M. Now
is your chance to help your Neighbors.
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