The JACKSON Times Vol. 20 - No. 49
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VolunteEr Groups Pitch In For A Cleaner Town
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Dozens of township-based organizations recently took to the streets to rid them of debris and to fill up a whole lot of trash bags. Those groups got the benefit of a grant from the Clean Communities program and one local organization cleared the roadways filling hundreds of trash bags New Jersey Clean Com mu nities is a st at ew ide p rog r a m that promotes volunteer cleanup of public lands and each year, the township hosts these public cleanups and reimburses organizations and community groups $500 per mile of road cleaned. That funding comes from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Ne w Je r s e y C le a n Communities grant. This year’s cleanup saw around 30 groups in-
Photo courtesy Jackson Thunder Travel Little League Members of the Jackson Thunder Travel Little League assemble following a successful cleanup effort on Grawtown Road. volved. They received direction from Township Depar tment of Public Works representative Shawn Bolinsky. The groups hit the roa d s a n d cl e a n e d up over 200 bags of t rash. That cleanup does not include the tires or wood pallets discarded along the roadside, which were also picked up.
League member Danielle and Todd Sinowitz were present at the cleanup. Coach Todd Sinowitz told The Jackson Times, “Public Works assigned our group to Grawtown Road from Route 527 to Dr. Suss Stables. The team members, parents, and team sponsor who were able to attend met at the Corner of Graw-
town Road and Route 527 to be given supplies (vest, gloves, garbage bags, garbage pickers) and we geared up and began our cleanup.” “We began our cleanup at 9:30 a.m. and made our way down to Dr. Suss Stables on one side of the street and crossed over at the (Clean Up See Page 4)
By Bob Vosseller PLUMSTED – Four Republicans are running for two, three-year terms on the Township Committee in the June 4 primary race. Those running include Regular Republican Organization of Ocean County candidates Dominick Cuozzo, who is serving as mayor this year and fellow incum-
bent Michael Hammerstone. They are facing GOP challengers James Hagelstein and Thomas Potter from the newly formed Republicans for Plumsted organization, a group made up of many former members of the Regular Republican Organization. Each of the candidates were asked five ques-
tions concerning their candidacy. The first was why they were running for office? Hagelstein answered, “After becoming involved within town, I was disturbed to find such a small body of people were dictating our local government and leaving the majority with no voice or options within the town. I watched
these matters play out and have become increasingly disgusted by the treatment of the community, division, and authoritarian mentality that has been shown.” “I wanted to provide an additional option to the township and ultimately tipped my hat to enter the political realm of Plumsted Township with the intent of being a person
of the people,” he added. Hammerstone said, “I am seeking reelection to continue implementing policies and initiatives to address the ongoing challenges our township is facing. I wish to continue to build relationships and partnerships with people of the town.” Cuozzo answered, “I am seeking re-election (Primary - See Page 4)
June 1, 2024
Police Keep Protesters At Bay During Rally By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Twenty police officers stood b et we e n t wo loud groups of protestors during a recent rally at Veterans Memorial Park. The protest conc e r ne d t ho s e who suppor ted a ceasefi re in Gaza and for the U.S. to withdraw military aid from Israel - and cou nter protestors who expressed the view that the strikes by Israel’s leadership were essential to rid the region of Hamas forces. Approximately 100 people were among t he protesters a nd counter-protesters, often screaming at e a ch ot he r a nd at times using expletives. At one point a small plane f lew overhead displaying a large Star of David and the word “Israel” written under its wings. B o t h s i d e s e xchanged strong words and accusations while carrying Palestinian flags and Israeli flags. One person had a “blue line” flag supporting police officers and a Trump 2024 f lag, with the slogan “Save America.” Me mb e r s of t he controversial Proud Boys, a far-right extremist group were
also present supporti ng t he pro -Isr a el protestors and waving American flags. Jack son police for me d a l i ne be tween both protest groups. Police Chief Matthew Kunz told The Jackson Times, “By all accounts the event went well. Those who organized the protest/rally, and those “counter-protestors” all assembled lawfully, then dispersed at the conclusion of the event. There was some preevent outreach to a perceived organizer, and real-t i me dialogue between our staff and participants during the event.” Chief Ku n z said from his perspective, “appropr iate planning by the police department, organized through a competent event plan d raf ted by Capt ai n (Joh n) Giovanetti ensured our preparedness. A reasonable number of suppor t personnel from our agency, Lakewood Police Department, the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Off ice were available and assisted or were on standby as needed.” “ T he u n ifor me d police officers did an (Protest - See Page 4)
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