Borough of Harvey Cedars, Ocean County, NJ
January 2021 Hometown News
*Department of Public Works & Public Property - Commissioner/Mayor Jonathan
Oldham*
I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year. I am hoping it will be better
than 2020. Putting things in perspective, I have been trying to focus on
some of the positive things from this year, cherish each day, and focus on
the things that matter most. I also want to recognize High Point Volunteer
Fire Company and Barnegat Light First Aid Squad for putting together our
first Santa Run. It was a huge boost to morale, not only for the kids, but
for everyone young and old. Great job.
We have had a number of north east storms and the beaches suffered some
erosion, especially in the middle, to south end of town. We didn’t lose
any dune fence, but there was a bit of erosion. The beaches are the
backbone to our existence, first line of defense, and the engine that
drives our economy. We are working on a pilot program to add additional
sand into the beach system.
The boulevard still has some deficiencies and the lanes have not been
finally painted. The manholes and some of the storm drains are also not at
the correct level. We have brought these items to the attention of the
County and they will address the outstanding issues with the contractor.
In the next few months Atlantic City Electric will be trimming the trees
that have grown into the transmission lines. This is commonly done to
minimize power interruptions.
There are a few changes to the trash contract for 2021. You will no longer
need to bundle tree branches. Branches will need to be cut in four-foot
lengths neatly piled. The limit is a four-foot cube of trimmings. This
year there will also be one bulk pick up in July and August. At our
taxpayers' meetings, I commonly heard the desire for bulk pick up in the
summer months, and so we added them to the contract. We will be mailing
out the trash calendars shortly. In the meantime, you can find the pickup
schedule on our website.
We have a number of additional improvements in the planning stages. More
information to follow. Wishing you a Happy New Year.
Stay Safe.
*Department of Revenue & Finance – Commissioner Paul Rice*
This month the Borough received reimbursement from Ocean County for OCCARES
for COVID expenditures. The Borough received $67,691.62 for our expenses
from March 1st through September 30th. The process for the final submission
will cover expenses from October 1st through the end of the year, this
submission will occur early in 2021. To date all of our submissions have
been reimbursed, from cleaning expenses to the lumber for additional
lifeguard stands.
Next year we are planning for a great concert lineup, craft shows, and arts
festival. We are ever hopeful to return to life as "normal". With
anticipation of a more normal summer, we will be accepting donations for
next summer's fireworks starting in the spring.
During the current COVID resurgence, we have again transitioned to ZOOM for
all public meetings. The next Borough meeting is Friday, January 8, 2021.
Anyone wishing to participate may register at www.HarveyCedars.org.
Have a safe and healthy New Year.
*Department of Public Safety & Public Affairs – Commissioner/Deputy Mayor
John M. Imperiale*
On behalf of myself, Police Chief Burnaford, Beach Patrol Chief Townsend,
and all the members of the HCPD and the HC Beach Patrol, we wish everyone a
great and Happy (and healthy) New Year.
The Harvey Cedars Police Department is launching a new program for the New
Year: the HCPD CCC Program: Cops Contributing to the Community. The HCPD
CCC Program will capture and document the various activities that HCPD
Officers do for the Harvey Cedars community, above and beyond their normal
police duties. The Program will BUILD ON activities already being done by
the HCPD and expand on them to include a greater reach and impact upon the
community.
The members of the Harvey Cedars Police Department have always sought to
find opportunities to contribute in meaningful ways to the community they
serve. The HCPD CCC is an exciting way to show their dedication and
commitment. It is envisioned that the program will bring new ideas and
initiatives to the Department's attention. Activities such as philanthropic
initiatives, through the HCPD Foundation and fundraising events such as the
annual “No Shave November “campaign, local school partnerships, educational
volunteer programs, nonprofit Board membership and assistance, partnerships
with community-based organizations, resident interaction and assistance,
and other community-based activities will be tracked by the HCPD CCC
Program.
Everything done through the HCPD CCC Program will be done in the name of
the entire Department. Individual Officers are not looking for
recognition, but this Program will give true recognition to the Department
as a whole.
I am happy to announce that Patrolman Nick D’Andrea was sworn in as a full
time Harvey Cedars Police Officer. Officer D'Andrea has been an HC Class 2
Officer since March 6th and has performed incredibly well all year. He has
been a tremendous asset to Harvey Cedars. He has an Associate Degree in
Social Science from OCC. We will hold an official swearing in ceremony when
Patrolman D’Andrea’s family can attend.
Last month I gave you the background of Chief Burnaford. This month I would
like to present the HCPD Sergeants:
*Sergeant Steve Frazee*
42 Years Old
Seaside Heights Police Department, Class 1; April 1998 - September 1998
Tuckerton Police Department, March 1999 - April 2005
Member of the Harvey Cedars Police Department for 15 Years, May 2005 -
Present
Masters Degree in Administrative Science from Fairleigh Dickinson
University.
*Sergeant Kevin Snow*
34 Years Old
Beach Haven Police Department, May 2005 - December, 2010
Member of the Harvey Cedars Police Department for 10 Years, January 2011-
Present
Sociology Degree from William Paterson University
*I hope all are well. Once again, I thought it important to send a brief
note now rather than wait until the Feb.1st Communication. *
*Please note that Harvey Cedars did have a high end motor vehicle theft on
Friday evening. The vehicle was unlocked and the key fob in it. *
*Please remember to always lock your vehicles and take your keys with you.
Never leave valuables in plain sight. Always report suspicious activity
immediately to our police department. 609-494-6509 *
*Our Officers are working with multiple agencies on this investigation.*
*Thank You*
*John M. Imperiale: Deputy Mayor/Commissioner, Public Safety and Public
Affairs*
*I hope all are well. I wanted to send a quick update out as we received
the following information today from the LBI Health Department as to how
residents may pre-register for the Covid vaccine. *
*If you go to the below website, it will walk you through pre-registering
for the vaccine.*
https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/vaccine
*Thank You, John Imperiale, Deputy Mayor/Commissioner of Public Safety and
Public Affairs*
