Borough of Lavallette, NJ 08735 Official Website

Borough of Lavallette

Traffic Alert March 8, 2014

Due to a combination of Road Construction and the Ocean County Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Seaside Heights, Expect Traffic Delays on Saturday March 8, 2014.

All non barrier island residents and homeowners are encouraged to use Route 37 to access Seaside Heights for the the parade. Traffic patterns will be adjusted for parade day to mitigate the long delays seen during the polar bear plunge in Seaside Heights.

Lavallette residents please take into account the expected traffic, and for your own convenience, are encouraged to complete any errands or travel plans on Saturday early.

NJDOT Notice

In an effort to help alleviate traffic congestion along the Route 35 corridor on Saturday, March 8 before and after the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade held in Seaside Heights, NJDOT has been working with county and local officials to make traffic improvements.

The ramp from Route 37 eastbound to Route 35 northbound has been restriped to have two lanes available for incoming traffic.

Beginning at 1pm, Hamilton Avenue in Seaside Heights will be converted into two lanes westbound only and they will continue all the way to Pelican Island where the highway expands to three lanes.

For parade-day only, temporary traffic signals within the construction zones along Route 35 through Mantoloking and Bay Head will be monitored by NJDOT traffic operations specialists and will be adjusted as necessary to alleviate delays as much as possible.

NJDOT recommends motorists use Route 37 as their primary route to and from Seaside Heights for the parade. Saturday’s warm weather forecast may encourage tourists to visit the event. Motorists should be aware that this is an active construction zone and should allow for more travel time.

Variable Message Signs around the area have been and will continue to post alerts advising motorists to expect delays.

NJDOT Notification

Super Storm Sandy

January 29, 2014

Lifeguard Headquarters

Due to the extent of the damaged sustained by Super Storm Sandy, the decision was made to demolish the Lavallette Lifeguard Headquarters located at the top of Philadelphia Avenue. The Borough wishes to solicit your comments and suggestions regarding the look / design appearance of the new replacement building. The new building must maintain the same footprint as the old one. The dimensions of the building must be maintained at 44’ x 21’. Anyone interested in providing a rendering or has suggestions for the outside design of the building can submit them to the Borough of Lavallette. Mailing Address: 1306 Grand Central Avenue, Lavallette, NJ 08735. Hand Delivered: Trailer #1 in the Fire Department Parking Lot located at 125 Washington Avenue, Lavallette.

October 29, 2013

Sandy Living Expenses Voucher Program Delivers Relief To New Jersey’s Working Families

The Christie Administration today announced a new $57 million Sandy Housing and Rental Assistance Program, “The Working Families Living Expenses Voucher Program.” The program will provide housing stability for individuals and families impacted by Superstorm Sandy and ensure that affected households have items essential for health and safety when they return to their home.
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Rendering of the Proposed New Municipal Building / Police Department

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Snow Storm Reminder All vehicles must be removed from streets when roadway becomes snow covered. Additional parking is available at the municipal parking lots located at President Avenue and Bay Boulevard and Washington Avenue and Bay Boulevard. Reminder to everyone to remove their vehicles to make plowing possible, when the streets become snow covered.	Route 35 Reconstruction Project We have setup a page for updates and alerts, as we receive them they will be posted to the Rt35 Reconstruction Project Page. NJDOT Route 35 Reconstruction Project Hot Line: 732-230-7356 Email: Restore.NJ35@dot.state.nj.us Web: www.RestoreNJ35.com

Lavallette Emergency Notification System An Emergency Notification System gives those in charge of Public Safety a chance to reach out to the public in case of an emergency event. Click Here to get more information and sign up.	Super Storm Sandy Wet Debris Removal Andrew Mills/The Star-Ledger For the latest situation reports regarding Super Storm Sandy wet debris removal. Please Click Here.

Beach Buggy Permits Available at Borough Hall Monday - Friday 9am-4pm for rules, regulations, access points and application Click here.	Federal Funding Disaster Relief Information A Review of Federal Funding Disaster Relief for those affected by Super Storm Sandy Monmouth County tried to summarize the funding availability for individuals as best as possible: Click here to view the PowerPoint Presentation they created.

Sandy Recovery Survey WAS YOUR HOME DAMAGED BY SANDY? ARE YOU NOW OR WERE YOU AT ONE TIME DISPLACED FROM YOUR HOME BY SANDY? WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU! Please participate in our survey at: www.monmouthpoll.org/Sandy Your participation will help ensure that the concerns of those most impacted by Superstorm Sandy will remain in the public eye.	Reconstruction of Bay Boulevard "Reconstruction of Bay Boulevard To Start In the Fall" has been posted on the Ocean County Website. You can read the press release by clicking here

Saltwater Fishing Registry Everyone 16 or older must register and carry the printed registration with them when fishing. All saltwater anglers and for-hire vessel operators will now be able to register through the no-fee State system rather than the fee-based federal system. Anglers still must register with the state system even if already registered with the federal system. Those who fish from a for-hire party or charter fishing vessel that is registered with the New Jersey Saltwater Recreational Registry Program are not required to file for an individual registration. To learn more about the registry and register, visit: www.saltwaterregistry.nj.gov	Important Update - Preliminary Work Maps: The Preliminary Work Map information is now available on the FEMA Region 2 Coastal Website: www.Region2Coastal.com The online Tool, “What is my Base Flood Elevation (BFE)?” is also available on www.Region2Coastal.com for residents and property owners. Lavallette Preliminary Maps OceanNJ_Panel_0327 OceanNJ_Panel_0329 COAT presentation Rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy Building Safer and Stronger Pays Off Fact sheet, dated March, 2013, about the Biggert-Waters 2012

Lavallette Electric Utility Customers ONLY. The Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is providing inspectors to perform electric service inspections. Be advised that homeowners must be present for inspection. Certification forms are to be delivered to the Lavallette Public Works Department who will create a work order for reconnection. Electric services that require work can submit permit applications and set up electric services inspections at a later date. Do not call the DCA Borough of Lavallette Electric Reconnection Form	Recreation Schedule Aerobics Monday, Wednesday 4:30pm, Friday 4pm Union Church - Location Change Tai-Chi Tuesday 10am Lavallette First Aid Squad Zumba Monday 6:00pm Lavallette School Yoga First 3 Tuesdays of the month 7:30pm Lavallette School All Classes are $3 Donation Per-Person, Per-Class.

NJNG Savegreen Project The SAVEGREEN project, rebates and incentives available to residents who upgrade to high-efficiency equipment. This link is especially beneficial to residents that need to rebuild after Super Storm Sandy. Website	Lavallette First Aid Members Wanted The Lavallette First Aid Squad is looking for members to who want to join the squad. All training is provided and no experience is necessary. Training such as CPR, EMT is provided at no charge. More Info

Managing the Emotional Impact of Super Storm Sandy Super storm Sandy has devastated many New Jersey communities and wreaked havoc in people’s lives all along the East Coast. More than 50 million Americans are coping with the aftermath of the storm. No one who lives through a disaster is untouched by the experience. Like other disasters, severe storms and flooding can result in emotional distress, as well as property damage. The New Jersey Department of Human Services’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services - Disaster and Terrorism Branch, is coordinating statewide efforts to help individuals and communities manage the emotional impact of the storm. Toll free Disaster Mental Health Helpline: (877) 294-4357. Website “Coping with the Emotional Consequences of Storms.”	Click Here connectwithweather.com/cablevision

Manasquan to Barnegat Inlet Federal Beachfill Crossover Plan The NJ Department of Environmental Protection has provided the Borough with the Federal Beachfill Crossover Plan. Attached is a copy of the plan that includes the proposed beach access points. We have been requested to provide comments by October 30, 2013. Please submit your comments regarding the plan below. Sheets 1-14 and Sheets 15-28 More detailed plans are available to view at the Borough Hall Temporary Trailer Lavallette Firehouse Parking Lot Trailer # 1 125 Washington Avenue Provide Comments Here	Flood insurance and mitigation helpline is available. New Jersey residents with questions about the National Flood Insurance Program and mitigation techniques have a helpline to call to get the most up-to-date information. The number is 1-877-287-9804 for people who need information about flood insurance, the latest maps, or other mitigation topics and issues. Policyholders with questions or concerns about their claims may also speak with NFIP specialists. The helpline operates from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Additional information is available at www.floodsmart.gov.

2013 Ocean County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan The plan will be posted on the project website: www.oceancountyhmp.com, from October 15th till November 15th for public review.	Remember to Register Dogs & Cats Cats and dogs must be re-licensed every year, licenses are good for the calendar year, and can not be issued unless the current rabies vaccination is good through October 31st of the the calendar year, please bring certification. See cashier at Borough Hall for License's.

Residential / Commercial Debris and Construction Material The deadline for curb side pick of all storm-damaged debris has passed. Pre-Sandy trash and recycling rules are now in effect. All garbage shall be placed in dark – colored, heavy – gauge plastic bags or metal, plastic or vinyl containers that are designed for such purpose with handles and a tight lid. The container shall be no more than fifty (50) gallons in volume. The lid may not be attached in such a manner, such as tied with a rope, string or cord, as to cause a hazard for municipal collection personnel. Garbage placed for municipal collection shall not contain any of the designated recyclable materials, materials resulting from demolition, construction or hazardous waste. Recycling materials shall be place at curbside during your regularly-scheduled recycling pick-up date. All materials resulting from demolition and construction must be disposed of at the property owner’s expense. The Borough will continue to accept clean beach sand. If you have not cleared the sand from your property at this point you will need to contact the Department of Public Works. The Department will inspect and provide guidance on the sand removal and/or disposal on a case by case basis.	Repairs to Substantially Damaged Structures If your home or business incurred damage, the Construction Department will need to determine if your structure has been substantially damaged. Substantially damaged means the cost to make your necessary repairs will meet or exceed 50% of the value of the structure. In Lavallette, we use the assessed value to make that determination. If you structure is substantially damaged, you may qualify for additional insurance money through the FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance Program (ICC). A form is attached for your reference and will need to be completed and submitted to the Construction Code Official in order for him to make the determination. Substantial Damage Form Caution should be exercised when submitting this form. If a determination is made that your property did sustain substantial damage (50% or more) you will be required, along with the other needed repairs, to raise the structure in compliance with the Borough’s flood hazard ordinance. Also provided is a brochure relating to the FEMA’s Cost of Compliance Program (ICC). ICC and FEMA Mitigation Publications

Stop for pedestrians in the crosswalks! It's The Law! The driver of a vehicle must stop and stay stopped for a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk, but shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except at crosswalks when the movement of traffic is being regulated by police officers or traffic control signals. More Information	Bicycle Safety Ride your bicycle with the flow of Traffic, Not against it! Obey all of the same traffic laws as a motor vehicle! When ridden on any roadway a bicycle rider has all of the rights and responsibilities of any vehicle. Unless bicycles are specifically excepted, all traffic laws and rules apply to bicycles. Bicyclists who violate traffic laws are subject to a citation. More Bicycle Safety Information