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12/1/2023 : Ocean County Extends Its Greenbelt with Purchase of Almost 27 Acres Off Route 9 in Berkeley Township
11/29/2023 : Commissioner Crea to Serve as 2024 Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners
11/29/2023 : Federal Funds Will Help in the Construction of a New Hangar at the Ocean County Airport
11/29/2023 : Be a Santa for a Senior and Donate to Meals on Wheels
11/20/2023 : Buying Local Makes for a Bright Holiday Season
11/20/2023 : Director Vicari Joins Turkey Meals Giveaway at Bon Jovi's Soul Kitchen
11/16/2023 : Director Vicari Addressed Issues with Dangerously Low-Hanging Cables and Crooked Utility Poles with State BPU Officials
11/3/2023 : Conservative Fiscal Policies Help Board of Commissioners Keep AAA Bond Rating and Low Interest Rates
10/31/2023 : Director Vicari Warns Seniors of Telephone Scams
10/31/2023 : Director Vicari Asks Gov. Phil Murphy to "Slow Down" New Jersey's Approval of More Offshore Windfarms
10/26/2023 : Director Vicari Addresses High Cable TV Rates, Poor Cell Phone Reception and Dangerous Hanging Wires with Verizon Executives
10/24/2023 : Director Vicari Calls the Growing Number of Pharmacy Closings a Potential Crisis for Senior Citizens and the Entire County
10/24/2023 : With Election Day Close By, Voters are Reminded There is More Than One Way to Cast a Ballot
10/20/2023 : Ocean County Mental Health Awareness Committee to Host Trunk or Treat
10/18/2023 : Ocean County Consumer Affairs Keeps an Eye Out for Credit Card Surcharges
10/18/2023 : Ocean County Veterans Service Bureau Opens Satellite Office in Manchester Township
10/18/2023 : Ocean County Police Academy Receives Generous Donation from Dr. Caesar DePaço and Mrs. Deanna Padovani-DePaço
10/13/2023 : After Heavy Rains, Don't Get Soaked Buying a Flood-Damaged Car, Director Vicari Says
10/12/2023 : Ocean County Health Department to Recognize Pretty in Pink/Handsome in Blue Day on Oct. 25
10/5/2023 : Ocean County Salutes the Graduates of Basic Police Class 115
10/5/2023 : As Halloween Approaches, Director Vicari Says Safety Comes Before Scares
10/3/2023 : Boat Flare Disposal Program Rescheduled for Oct. 21
9/29/2023 : Director Vicari Receives Reassurances from Rep. Smith That Any Government Shutdown Will Not Impact Social Security Payments
9/27/2023 : Ocean County Parks to Host Six Week Chronic Disease Self Management Program
9/27/2023 : New Mobile Outreach Unit Brings Social Services into Communities Across Ocean County
9/22/2023 : Director Vicari Outraged the State Budget "Christmas Tree" List Includes Zero Funding for Ocean County
9/22/2023 : Forecasted High Winds Cause Changes to Ocean County's Annual Decoy and Gunning Show Schedule
9/21/2023 : Ocean County Continues to Call for Representation on the State Board of Public Utilities
9/21/2023 : Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs Investigates Lakehurst Business Accused of Selling Illegal Vapes
9/14/2023 : Congressman Smith Secures Over $1.8M in Federal Funds to Upgrade Recycling for Ocean County Residents
9/12/2023 : Ocean County Recycling Programs Back for the Fall
9/7/2023 : Ocean County Appoints New Director of Consumer Affairs
9/7/2023 : Summer Shoulder Season Comes with Plenty to Enjoy in Ocean County
9/6/2023 : Ocean County Seniors Offered New Transportation Options
9/5/2023 : Director Vicari Calls on State Leaders to Block Latest Gasoline Tax Increase
9/5/2023 : Ocean County Residents Encouraged to be Prepared for Weather Events; Peak of Hurricane Season is Here
8/21/2023 : Commissioner Vicari Reminds Residents to Check Their Mailboxes for State Anchor Rebate Notices
8/17/2023 : Ocean County Towns Encouraged to Apply for State Boardwalk Preservation Funds
8/17/2023 : Don't Be Scammed While Donating to Aid Hawaii's Fire Victims, Ocean County Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari Warns
8/15/2023 : Director Vicari Says the Federal Government Must Address the Ongoing Prescription Drug Shortage
8/11/2023 : Ocean County to Hold Boat Flare Disposal Program in September
8/10/2023 : Ocean County Commissioner Vicari Raises Concerns About Power Grid Reliability
8/4/2023 : Walmart's Efforts to Create Sensory Friendly Shopping Hours Commended
8/4/2023 : Ocean County to Use Amercan Rescue Plan Act Funds To Assist Human Services, Recreation and Businesses
7/26/2023 : It's Official - Brick Township Breton Woods Property Preservation as Open Space Finalized
7/18/2023 : School Board Candidates Have Until July 31 to File Nominating Petitions for Nov. 7 Election
7/13/2023 : Ocean County Debuts New Recycling Guide for Businesses
6/15/2023 : Recycling Igloos Get a Makeover By Brick Memorial High School Students
6/15/2023 : Ocean County to Create Homelessness Trust Fund
6/13/2023 : Flag Day June 14 Celebrates Our Nation and Our Freedom
6/9/2023 : Ocean County Police Academy Graduates 47 New Officers
6/9/2023 : Ocean County Parks Kicks Off Summer with Picnic Party
6/7/2023 : Ocean County Library Breaks Ground on New Library Branch in Stafford Township
5/31/2023 : Ocean County Voters Have Options When It Comes to Casting Votes
5/30/2023 : Ocean County Celebrates National Trails Day June 3
5/22/2023 : Washington Leaders Must Protect Social Security While Debt Ceiling Debate Continues, Vicari Says
5/9/2023 : Ocean County Hosts the Unity Tour Rose Ceremony; Officers Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice Honored
5/3/2023 : The Nature Conservancy Finalizes Land Donation to Ocean County
4/20/2023 : Ocean County Partners with Berkeley Township to Preserve 46 Acres Off Route 9
4/20/2023 : Director Vicari Addresses Dangerous Low-Hanging Utility Cables with Governor Murphy and the Board of Public Utilities
4/10/2023 : Ocean County Offers Program to Safeguard Mortgage Documents; Protect Against Identity Theft
4/6/2023 : Ocean County Awards Contract for New Library Branch in Stafford Township
4/6/2023 : Ocean County Awards More Than $107,000 in Tourism Grants
3/31/2023 : Residents Encouraged to Stay Alert for Severe Weather
3/30/2023 : New Jersey Anchor Rebates Being Distributed in Ocean County
3/30/2023 : Ocean County Offers New Program to Properly Dispose of Boat Flares
3/16/2023 : Ocean County to Join State Program That Will Benefit Low Income Residents in Need of Medical Care
3/16/2023 : Ocean County Commissioners Approve Purchase of New Voting Machines
3/15/2023 : Veterans Attending OCC Can Now Access Services on Campus
3/7/2023 : Ocean County Commissioners Introduce 2023 Budget; Tax Rate Down; Essential Services Funded
3/3/2023 : Director Vicari Says Devasting State School Aid Cuts Will Hurt Students and Taxpayers
3/2/2023 : Ocean County Commissioners Vote to Preserve 32 Acres in Breton Woods Section of Brick Township
2/17/2023 : Ocean County Seeks State Funds to Create All Inclusive Playground at Enos County Park
2/16/2023 : Commissioners Call for Moratorium on Offshore Wind Energy Projects; Joins Growing Chorus of Concerns
2/14/2023 : Ocean County Police Academy Graduates 38 New Officers During Feb. 14 Ceremony
2/9/2023 : Ocean County's Free Residential Document Shredding Program Kicks Off March 29
2/8/2023 : Ocean County Meets Energy Benchmarks; Received Incentives Totaling Over $1 Million
2/3/2023 : Ocean County Prepared to Allocate Portion of ARPA Funding
1/30/2023 : Dates for Ocean County's Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Announced for 2023
1/27/2023 : Ocean County Officials Warn, Be Careful of Ocean Ride Scam
1/26/2023 : Ocean County Will Fund the Local Costs for a Beach Replenishment Project Along the Northern Barrier Island
1/26/2023 : 32 Acres in Brick Considered for Preservation by Ocean County
1/25/2023 : Apron Rehabilitation Complete at Ocean County Airport; Pilots Finding a Smooth Surface for Taxiing and Parking
1/19/2023 : Ocean County Supports Toms River and Save Barnegat Bay's Efforts to Make Changes to Ciba-Geigy Settlement
1/18/2023 : Accreditation Assessment Team to Examine Ocean County Sheriff's Office; Invites Public Comment
1/11/2023 : Ocean County Continues to Help Seniors with Meals and Outreach
1/11/2023 : Partnership Brings About Housing for Veterans
1/11/2023 : Director Vicari Writes to President Joe Biden Requesting More Federal Aid for Ocean County Programs
1/5/2023 : Ocean County Commissioners Organize for 2023

		Director Joseph H. Vicari Ocean County Commissioner Joseph H. Vicari is an experienced and staunch advocate for consumers, seniors, education, tourism, and the local business community. He is serving as the Director of the Board of Commissioner for 2023. Read more
		Deputy Director Gary Quinn Commissioner Gary Quinn serves as the Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners for 2023. Read more
		Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea Commissioner Barbara “Bobbi” Jo Crea, a dedicated and active leader of Little Egg Harbor Township, was sworn into office for her first term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s Jan. 5, 2022 organization meeting. Read more
		Commissioner Virginia E. Haines Commissioner Virginia E. “Ginny” Haines, a lifelong resident of Ocean County, brings years of public service and leadership experience to the Board of Commissioners. She was sworn into her third three-year term on the Board during its organization meeting Jan. 4, 2023. Read more
		Commissioner John P. Kelly Commissioner John P. Kelly has been an Ocean County elected official since 1993. He was sworn into his 11th three-year term on the Board of Commissioners during the Board’s organization meeting Jan. 4, 2023. Read more
Michael J. Fiure, County Administrator 101 Hooper Ave. Admin Building Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 929-2147 \| Email: MFiure@co.ocean.nj.us
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