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TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON TOWNSHIP COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA May 26, 2026

Municipal Building 95 W. Veterans Highway Jackson Township, NJ

REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING: 6:30 P.M.

1) CALL TO ORDER

2) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

3) SUNSHINE STATEMENT

4) ROLL CALL Councilman Borrelli Councilman Bressi Councilman Pollak Council Vice President Palmeri Council President Burnstein

5) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

• a)Recognition of Scholarship- Superintendent's Roundtable Award
• b)Recognition of Scholarship- Ocean County Mayor's Association

6) OPENING COMMENTS BY THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL

7) COMMENTS BY HONORABLE MAYOR KUHN

8) COMMENTS BY ADMINISTRATOR TEREFENKO

9) UPDATE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

10) ORDINANCES

Second Reading & Adoption: Ordinance 2026-10 Supplementing Chapter 244, Article XII Entitled Design Standards And Improvement Specifications, To Include Section 244-209.2, Which Establishes Stormwater Management Requirements For Non-Major Developments

Second Reading & Adoption: Ordinance 2026-20 Amending Chapter 244-12 Of The Township Code With Respect To Development Application Fees

First Reading & Introduction: Ordinance 2026-19 Confirming The Vacation Of A Portion Of Certain Rights Of Ways And Paper Streets

First Reading & Introduction: Ordinance 2026-21 Amending Chapter 103-45 Prohibiting Parking Along The Entireity Of Woodlane Road

Re-Introduction / First Reading: Ordinance 2026-17 Exceed the Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and to Establish a Cap Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.14)

11) PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION OF BILLS AND CLAIMS

12) CONSENT AGENDA

R160-2026 Authorize Renewal of Kennel License for CY 2026 To Ramblin Acres Kennel t/a Ramblin Acres Pet Resort

R161-2026- Authorizing The Award Of A Required Disclosure Award To Shore Top Construction

R162-2026 Authorizing Issuance Of A Grading License, Khal Hampshire Hills, Inc., Block 5202, Lot 1.01

R163-2026 Authorizing The Execution Of A Shared Services Agreement With The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office For Participation In The Ocean County Regional Swat Team

R164-2026 Consent To The Appointment Of Members To The Apartment And Mobile Home Park Rent Leveling Board

R165-2026 Authorizing The Execution Of A Shared Services Agreement With The Jackson Township Board Of Fire Commissioners Of Districts 2, 3 And 4 For Enforcement Of Certain Parking Regulations For A Five-Year Period Commencing October 27, 2026 And Ending October 27, 2031

13) 2026 MUNICIPAL BUDGET

R166-2026 Authorizing The Issuance Of Estimated Tax Bills

R167-2026 Budget Amendment

14) PUBLIC COMMENT

15) ADJOURNMENT

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 244, ARTICLE XII ENTITLED DESIGN STANDARDS AND IMPROVEMENT SPECIFICATIONS, TO INCLUDE SECTION 244-209.2, WHICH ESTABLISHES STORMWATER MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS

WHEREAS, the Jackson Township Planning Board having adopted the Master Plan in 2025, identified that stormwater management and an increasing number of flooding events were a serious concern raised by the public and will continue to be issues with the on-going effects of climate change; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Township Council recognize that flooding risk in all areas of the Township must be carefully managed and weighed against the possible benefits for development or redevelopment; and

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, that Chapter 244 Land Use and Development Regulations, Article XII Design Standards and Improvements Specifications, is hereby amended and supplemented and shall read as follows:

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 244, ARTICLE XII ENTITLED DESIGN STANDARDS AND IMPROVEMENT SPECIFICATIONS, TO INCLUDE SECTION 244-209.2, WHICH ESTABLISHES STORMWATER MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS

SECTION 1. §244-209.2 Stormwater management for Non-Major Developments

• A.Scope and purpose.
• a.The purpose of this section is to establish minimum stormwater management requirements and controls for "non-major development".

B. Applicability.

• a.This chapter shall be applicable to any development not classified as a major development under §244-209, Stormwater management, and §244-209.1, Stormwater management in Pinelands Area, and shall be hereafter referred to as a "non-major development."
• b.For the purpose of this section, "Impervious Surface" shall include:
• Driveways, of all material types;
• Patios and walkways, of all material types;
• Roof areas, both principal and accessory structures;
• Swimming pools;
• Decks, with roofs above and/or impervious cover below;
• c.In cases where Pinelands regulations or another outside agency's regulations both apply, the stricter regulation providing greater protection to natural resources controls and takes precedence.

C. Stormwater management requirements for Residential Non-Major Development.

• a.a. For any residential non-major development that results in a net increase in impervious cover of 1,000 sf or greater, drywells must be provided and

sufficiently sized to store one cubic foot for each 10 square feet of new impervious cover.

• b.Provisions shall be made for overflow of excess drainage. Overflows shall be discharged to downstream pervious areas as overland flow. Direct piping of downspouts to the curb or to a stormwater runoff conveyance system will only be allowed in situations where sheet flow is impractical or would create hazards to property.
• c.Residential property owners shall be restricted from removing drywells or placing structures on the ground surface above the same, without further approval by the Township Engineer as part of a formal Building and/or Zoning Permit approval.
• D.Stormwater management requirements for Non-Residential Non-Major Development.
• a.For any non-residential non-major development that results in a net increase in impervious cover of 1,000 sf or greater, for each 10 square foot of new impervious surface; 2.5 cubic feet of stormwater shall be managed without overflow using one or more of the green infrastructure practices set forth in Table 1 below.

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY

Table 1

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 sufficiently sized to store one cubic foot for each 10 square feet of new impervious cover.

*The use of dry wells is allowed only where the other listed methods cannot feasibly meet the requirements of this section.

• b.In such cases where it is determined that the out flow from the stormwater management system will impact an adjacent property, the out flow shall be directed to a storm sewer, gutter, swale, or other suitable stormwater runoff conveyance measure.
• c.If the Township Engineer (or Board Engineer, where applicable) determines that the out flow from the stormwater management system will negatively impact an adjoining property and the out flow cannot be safely directed to a storm sewer, gutter, swale, or other suitable stormwater runoff conveyance measure, the stormwater runoff from the development shall be retained on-site at a rate of 4 cubic feet of storage for each 10 square foot of new impervious surface using green infrastructure practices or such other measures as may be required by the Township Engineer (or Board Engineer, where applicable).
• d.The stormwater management feature shall be protected from future development by drainage easement, deed restriction, or other acceptable legal measures.
• e.Maintenance and repair:
• i.Projects subject to review of this section (§244-209.2D) shall comply with the same maintenance and repair requirements for “Major Developments” as set forth in §244-209J(2) §244-209J(3), and shall also comply with the requirements of §244-40, Stormwater management system maintenance.
• f.Whenever the stormwater management design includes one or more BMPs that will infiltrate stormwater into subsoil, the design engineer shall perform a

Groundwater Mounding Analysis as outlined in the NJDEP BMP Manual, Chapter 13, in order to assess the hydraulic impact on the groundwater table and design the site so as to avoid adverse hydraulic impacts. Potential adverse hydraulic impacts include, but are not limited to, exacerbating a naturally or seasonally high water table, so as to cause surficial ponding, flooding of basements, or interference with the proper operation of subsurface sewage disposal systems or other subsurface structures within the zone of influence of the groundwater mound, or interference with the proper functioning of the stormwater management measure itself.

E. Additional Requirements.

• a.All such non-major development shall be subject to review by the Township Engineer (or Board Engineer, where applicable) to determine that stormwater runoff created by the development is adequately controlled and does not cause an adverse impact on adjoining properties.
• b.All such “Mixed Use” non-major development, consisting of both residential and non-residential development on the same lot, shall be subject to the requirements set forth in §244-209.2D, Stormwater management requirements for Non-Residential Non-Major Development.
• c.For the purpose of sizing drywells and underground small-scale infiltration basins, clean stone has an acceptable void ratio of 0.30.
• d.For the sizing of drywells, infiltration shall not be accounted for in the sizing of the required storage volume.
• e.Soil Testing shall be performed to confirm the permeability of the soils and the depth of the water table and seasonal high-water table.
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• f.A minimum of 2 ft. of separation is required from the bottom of all drywells to seasonal high-water table.
• g.The design of all BMPs shall adhere to the guidelines set forth in Chapter 13 of the NJDEP BMP Manual, unless specifically modified herein.

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 Groundwater Mounding Analysis as outlined in the NJDEP BMP Manual, Chapter 13, in order to assess the hydraulic impact on the groundwater table and design the site so as to avoid adverse hydraulic impacts. Potential adverse hydraulic impacts include, but are not limited to, exacerbating a naturally or seasonally high water table, so as to cause surficial ponding, flooding of basements, or interference with the proper operation of subsurface sewage disposal systems or other subsurface structures within the zone of influence of the groundwater mound, or interference with the proper functioning of the stormwater management measure itself.

F. Exceptions.

• a.For any non-major development located on a lot created as part of a Major Site Plan and/or Major Subdivision approved by the Planning or Zoning Board on or after February 2, 2004, where adequate stormwater management BMPs meeting NJAC 7:8 have been provided and approved, the requirements of §244-209.2 do not apply. This exemption is void if:
• i.The proposed development exceeds the permitted impervious coverage for the property's zoning district.
• ii.If the subject lot has been further subdivided and/or consolidated with other properties.
• iii.If any new net impervious cover is graded in a manner that stormwater runoff bypasses the previously approved stormwater management BMPs for the development and/or is graded in a manner that it will negatively impact adjacent properties, subject to review by the Township Engineer (or Board Engineer, where applicable).

G. Variances.

• a.A variance from strict compliance with the requirements of this section may be granted by the reviewing board for those projects where an applicant has demonstrated the inability or impracticability of strict compliance with the stormwater management requirements in this section.
• b.In those cases where a non-major development does not require approval of the Planning Board or Zoning Board, but a building permit is required, any party

aggressed by any decision of the Township Engineer acting under this Section as part of the building permit process shall have the right to petition the Mayor and Council to review the Township Engineer's decision. If the Mayor and Council decide that, due to the peculiar or unique circumstances of the matter, strict compliance is not practical or would create an undue hardship, then the Mayor and Council may, on such terms and conditions as they deem appropriate, waive any requirements set forth by the Township Engineer.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof.

SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect after second reading and upon publication, as required by and in conformance with law.

DATE: ___

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW 620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 aggressed by any decision of the Township Engineer acting under this Section as part of the building permit process shall have the right to petition the Mayor and Council to review the Township Engineer's decision. If the Mayor and Council decide that, due to the peculiar or unique circumstances of the matter, strict compliance is not practical or would create an undue hardship, then the Mayor and Council may, on such terms and conditions as they deem appropriate, waive any requirements set forth by the Township Engineer.

MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed by the Township Council on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Jackson held on the 24th day of March, 2026, and will be considered for second reading and final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on the 26th day of May 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, located at 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, New Jersey, at which time and place any persons desiring to be heard upon the same will be given the opportunity to be so heard.

SANDRA MARTIN, RMC, CMR Jackson Township Clerk

ORDINANCE 2026-20

ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY AMENDING CHAPTER 244-12 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FEES

WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson has established certain administrative fees in connection with land use applications; and

WHEREAS, such fees are outlined in Township Code Section 244-12, entitled “Fees;” and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has recently reviewed these fees and has determined that certain administrative fees required for major subdivision application should be updated to better reflect the costs associated with processing and administering of such applications; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council had further determined that the provision establishing a maximum fee allowance, outlined in Township Code Section 244-12(A) can prevent the full amount of fees associated with processing and administering certain applications from being collected.

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731

SECTION 1. Jackson Township Code section 244-12(A) is repealed in its entirety and replaced as follows:

• A.Administrative fees for all development applications. The developer shall pay, at the time of filing an application with the Jackson Township Planning and Zoning Office, the following nonrefundable fees to the Township of Jackson. Proposals involving more than one use shall pay a fee equaling the sum of the fees for the component elements of the proposal. Proposals requiring a combination of approvals such as subdivision, site plan and/or variance shall pay a fee equal to the sum of the fee for each element.
• Concept plan for nonbinding informal review: no cost.
• Minor subdivision: $200.
• Minor subdivision for lot consolidation: $130.
• Master development plan: $250.
• Preliminary plat for major subdivision:
• (a)Zero to 50 lots: $525.
• (b)Fifty-one to 100 lots: $1,950.
• (c)One hundred one lots and greater: $2,700.

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6. Final plat for major subdivision:
7. (a)Zero to 50 lots: $262.50.
8. (b)Fifty-one to 100 lots: $975.
9. (c)One hundred one lots and greater: $1,350.
7. Plan revisions. For the revision of any subdivision plan or plans which have been granted approval: 50% of the original administrative fee for the stage of application (preliminary or final).
8. Extension of subdivisions:
9. (a)Extension of preliminary approval: $250.
10. (b)Extension of final approval: $130.
11. (c)Resubdivision of final plat: $130.
12. (d)Extension of time to post bond or meet conditions: $75.
9. Site plans other than residential:
10. (a)Preliminary:

[1] Total of Subsection A(9)(a)[1][a], [b] and [c]:

[a] One hundred fifty dollars per acre for each acre being developed.

[b] Thirty dollars for each parking space up to 500 and $20 for each space above 500.

[c] Six cents per square foot of building area up to 5,000 square feet, plus $0.04 per square foot up to 25,000 square feet, plus $0.03 per square foot above 25,000 square feet.

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 (6) Final plat for major subdivision:

[2] The minimum fee shall be $250.

10. Final approval: 50% of the preliminary application fee.
11. Minor site plan: $150.
12. Site plans for residential uses (townhouses, condominiums, etc.):
13. (a)Preliminary:
14. [1] From one to 50 units: $35 per unit.
15. [2] From 51 to 150 units: $30 per unit.
16. [3] From 151 units and greater: $20 per unit.
17. [4] The minimum fee shall be $250.
18. (b)Final: 50% of preliminary fee.
13. Plan revisions. For the revision of any site plan or plans which have not been granted approval: 50% of the original fee for the stage of application (preliminary or final).
14. Amendment to approved application for development, to include but not be limited to major subdivision and site plans which do not fall within the category of administrative approvals and must be reviewed by the Planning Board: $300.

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15. Minor subdivision plat reapproval. For the reapproval of a minor subdivision plat which has been granted a previous approval and meets the criteria set forth in § 244-6 of this chapter: 50% of the original fee.
16. Administrative approvals: $250.
17. Extension of preliminary or final site plan approval: $300.
18. Variances:
19. (a)Hear and decide appeals:
20. [1] Single- or two-family uses: $50.
21. [2] Multifamily uses: $100.
22. [3] Other: $300.
23. (b)Interpretation of the zoning regulations or Zoning Map: $75.
24. (b)Interpretation of the zoning regulations or Zoning Map: $75.
25. (c)Hardship or bulk variance:
26. [1] Single- or two-family uses: $20 per variance, with a minimum of $50.
27. [2] Other: $50 per variance, with a minimum of $150.
28. (d)Use variance:
29. [1] Residential: $50.
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31. [2] Other residential: $50 per unit, with a minimum of $200.
32. [3] Other than residential: $350 per acre, with a minimum of $350.
33. 620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 (15) Minor subdivision plat reapproval. For the reapproval of a minor subdivision plat which has been granted a previous approval and meets the criteria set forth in § 244-6 of this chapter: 50% of the original fee.
34. (e)Building permit in conflict with Official Map or building permit for lot not related to a street: $100.
35. (f)Others, including signs and fences: $50.
19. Conditional uses:
20. (a)Residential: $200.
21. (b)Other: $350.
20. Zoning certificate application/development permit:
21. (a)Residential: $30.
22. (b)Commercial: $50.
21. Certificate as to approval of subdivision of land: $20.
22. Certificate of zoning:
23. (a)Residential: $30.
24. (b)Commercial: $50.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof.

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SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect after publication as required.

DATE: ___

MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

DATE: ___

ATTEST: SANDRA MARTIN RMC

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed by the Township Council on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Jackson held on the 12th day of May, 2026, and will be considered for second reading and final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on the 26th day of May, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, located at 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, New Jersey, at which time and place any persons desiring to be heard upon the same will be given the opportunity to be so heard.

SANDRA MARTIN, RMC, CMR Jackson Township Clerk

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731 SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect after publication as required.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-19

ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, CONFIRMING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF CERTAIN RIGHTS OF WAYS AND PAPER STREETS LOCATED WITHIN JACKSON TOWNSHIP, OCEAN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:

SECTION 1. Purpose. The Township of Jackson has previously vacated certain paper streets located within the municipality. It is the intention of this Ordinance to ensure that Ordinance No. 16-73 is clarified to note that the Township did intend then, and does now, to vacate any and all remaining portions of Farwell Street, Delta Avenue, and Gregory Street which may not have been fully vacated by the Township of Jackson in 1973.

SECTION 2. Pursuant to Ordinance 16-73 the Township Committee of the Township of Jackson intended to vacate all right, title and interest of the public in portions of various paper streets throughout the Township including Farwell Street, Delta Avenue and Gregory Street for the benefit of the Jackson Board of Education. By the adoption of this Ordinance the Township of Jackson hereby declares that it has previously intended, and does pursuant to this Ordinance, vacate all of the right, title and interest of the public in all portions of Farwell Street, Delta Avenue and Gregory Street.

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW 620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731

SECTION 3. The public rights and interests are hereby vacated with respect to the above noted right of ways and paper streets.

SECTION 4. Severability. The various parts, sections and clauses of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Ordinance shall not be affected thereby.

SECTION 5. Any ordinances or parts thereof in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.

SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect upon publication in the official newspaper of the Township of Jackson, as required by and in conformance with law.

DATE:

DATE:

MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

ATTEST: SANDRA F. MARTIN, RMC

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NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed by the Township Council on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Jackson held on the 26th day of May, 2026, and will be considered for second reading and final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on the ______ day of _____, 2026, at ______ p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, located at 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, New Jersey, at which time and place any persons desiring to be heard upon the same will be given the opportunity to be so heard.

SANDRA MARTIN, RMC, CMR Jackson Township Clerk

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW 620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731

ORDINANCE 2026-21

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 103-45 PROHIBITING PARKING ALONG THE ENTIRETY OF WOODLANE ROAD

BE IT ORDAINED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:

SECTION 1. Purpose.

The Township of Jackson has previously established, pursuant to Ordinance 103-6, that parking is prohibited at all times on certain streets or parts thereof as described in Section 103-45 Schedule 1 and Section 103-45.1 Schedule 1A. It is the intention of this Ordinance to prohibit parking at all times along the entirety of Woodlane Road.

SECTION 2. Chapter 103-45 (Schedule 1) shall be amended to include the following portion of a roadway in which parking shall be prohibited at all times:

The entirety of Woodlane Road from its intersection with Forest Drive to its intersection with New Prospect Road (CR641) along both sides of the roadway.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof.

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY COUNSELLORS AT LAW 620 WEST LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731

SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall take effect after publication as required.

DATE: ___ MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

DATE: ___ ATTEST: SANDRA F. MARTIN RMC

ATTEST: SANDRA F. MARTIN RMC

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed by the Township Council on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Jackson held on the 26th day of May, 2026, and will be considered for second reading and final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on the day of 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, located at 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, New Jersey, at which time and place any persons desiring to be heard upon the same will be given the opportunity to be so heard.

SANDRA MARTIN, RMC, CMR Jackson Township Clerk

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ORDINANCE 2026-17

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, TO EXCEED THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET APPROPRIATION LIMITS AND TO ESTABLISH A CAP BANK (N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14)

WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap Law, N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.1 et seq., provides that in the preparation of its annual budget, a municipality shall limit any increase in said budget up to 2.5% unless authorized by ordinance to increase it to 3.5% over the previous year's final appropriations, subject to certain exceptions; and

WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.15a provides that a municipality may, when authorized by ordinance, appropriate the difference between the amount of its actual final appropriation and the 3.5% percentage rate as an exception to its final appropriations in either of the next two succeeding years; and

WHEREAS, the Council of the Township of Jackson in the County of Ocean finds it advisable and necessary to increase its CY 2026 budget by up to 3.5% over the previous year's final appropriations, in the interest of promoting the health, safety and welfare of the citizens; and,

WHEREAS, the Council hereby determines that a 3.5% increase in the budget for said year, amounting to $755,114.94 in excess of the increase in final appropriations otherwise permitted by the Local Government Cap Law, is advisable and necessary; and

WHEREAS, the Council hereby determines that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final budget shall be retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the next two succeeding years.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the Council of the Township of Jackson, in the County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, a majority of the full authorized membership of this governing body affirmatively concurring, that, in the CY 2026 budget year, the final appropriations of the Township of Jackson shall, in accordance with this ordinance and N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-45.14, be increased by 3.5%, amounting to 755,114.94, and that the CY 2026 municipal budget for the Township of Jackson be approved and adopted in accordance with this ordinance.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that any that any amount authorized hereinabove that is not appropriated as part of the final budget shall be retained as an exception to final appropriation in either of the next two succeeding years.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copy of this ordinance as introduced be filed with the Director of the Division of Local Government Services within 5 days of introduction.

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a certified copy of this ordinance upon adoption, with the recorded vote included thereon, be filed with said Director within 5 days after such adoption.

DATE: ___

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MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

DATE: ___ MAYOR JENNIFER KUHN

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ATTEST: SANDRA F. MARTIN, RMC

NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and passed by the Township Council on first reading at a meeting of the Township Council of the Township of Jackson held on the 26th day of May, 2026, and will be considered for second reading and final passage at a regular meeting of the Township Council to be held on the 9th day of June, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at the Township Municipal Building, located at 95 West Veterans Highway, Jackson, New Jersey, at which time and place any persons desiring to be heard upon the same will be given the opportunity to be so heard.

SANDRA MARTIN, RMC, CMR Jackson Township Clerk

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 160-2026

AUTHORIZE RENEWAL OF KENNEL LICENSE FOR CY 2026 TO RAMBLIN ACRES KENNEL T/A RAMBLIN ACRES PET RESORT

WHEREAS, Ramblin Acres Kennel t/a Ramblin Acres Pet Resort, 170 South Hope Chapel Road, Jackson, New Jersey (Block 20701, Lot 7) has submitted an application for renewal of a license to operate a kennel at the premises as set forth below pursuant to Article III of Chapter 98 of the Jackson Township Code; and

WHEREAS, the application is in proper form, the proper fees have been paid, and taxes have been paid up-to-date on the premises in question; and

WHEREAS, all involved municipal agencies and officials have either reviewed the applications or inspected the premises and have no objection to the renewal of the license.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean and State of New Jersey, as follows:

1. That the Township Clerk is hereby authorized to deliver to the applicant, Ramblin Acres Kennel t/a Ramblin Acres Pet Resort, Jackson, New Jersey, a renewal of the kennel license commencing on February 1, 2026, and terminating January 31, 2027.
2. This license is issued subject to the applicant's continued compliance with conditions and requirements as follows:
3. Payment of all outstanding fees and taxes.
4. The applicant shall conform to all laws and regulations required by Chapter 98-25.
5. The applicant is obtaining all other local, county, and State permits.
6. That upon adoption of this resolution, the Clerk is authorized and directed to forward a certified copy of it to Ramblin Acres Kennel t/a Ramblin Acres Pet Resort.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 161-2026

AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A REQUIRED DISCLOSURE AWARD TO SHORE TOP CONSTRUCTION

WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson has the need for the fencing improvements to the Dog Park, as a required disclosure contract through Shore Top Construction, 23 Yellowbrook Rd., Freehold, N.J., pursuant to provisions of N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et. Seq., and

WHEREAS the value of the contract will exceed $17,500.00; and,

WHEREAS the Township has sought multiple quotes in accord with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6.1; and

WHEREAS, Shore Top Construction has completed and submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification and Political Contribution Disclosure which certifies that the vendor has not made any reportable contributions to a political or candidate committee in the Township of Jackson in the previous one year, and that the contract will prohibit the vendor from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract, and

WHEREAS, that the Chief Finance Officer has certified the funds not to exceed $34,596.00 for the aforesaid contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, and State of New Jersey as follows:

1. Shore Top Construction, 23 Yellowbrook Rd., Freehold, N.J. is authorized as a required disclosure vendor for the procurement of fencing improvements to the Dog Park in the amount of $34,596.00.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Business Disclosure Entity Certification and the Determination of Value be placed on file with this resolution

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 162-2026

AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A GRADING LICENSE, KHAL HAMPSHIRE HILLS, INC., BLOCK 5202, LOT 1.01

WHEREAS, Pursuant to Chapter 244-166 of the Township Code, any applicant before a Township Land Use Board which seeks a soil removal permit for more than 1,000 cubic yards requires a grading license issued pursuant to Chapter 185-9 of the Township Code; and

WHEREAS, Khal Hampshire Hills, Inc., has previously received approval from the Jackson Township Planning Board for a proposed Synagogue for the property known as Lot 1.01 in Block 5202, which application proposes the export of 4,055 cubic yards of soil/fill material thereby requiring the grading license permit; and

WHEREAS, by letter dated May 15, 2026, the Township Engineer, T&M Associates has recommended to the Township Council that the grading license be issued subject to certain conditions as set forth in their correspondence of May 15, 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED this 26th day of May, 2026 by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey as follows:

1. The Council hereby authorizes the issuance of a soil removal grading license in accordance with Chapters 244-166 and 185-9 of the Township Code, subject to the conditions set forth in the May 15, 2026 correspondence of Charles Cunliffe, PE, PP, CME.
2. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution shall be provided to the following:
1. Sandra Martin, RMC, CMR, Township Clerk
2. Jennifer Kuhn, Mayor
3. Gina Tumolo, Interim Zoning Officer
4. Charles Cunliffe, PE, PP, CME
5. Khal Hampshire Hills, Inc.
6. David Lentile, TFE&U Corp. 3163 Ridgeway Road, Manchester, NJ 08759
7. Shad Manning, LSRP, Montrose Environmental Robbinsville, NJ 08691
8. Gregory P. McGuckin, Township Attorney

DASTI, McGUCKIN, McNICHOLS, CONNORS, ANTHONY & BUCKLEY

COUNSELLORS AT LAW

620 W. LACEY ROAD FORKED RIVER, N.J. 08731

TOWNSHIP JACKSON RESOLUTION 163-2026

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SHARED SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE OCEAN COUNTY PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE OCEAN COUNTY REGIONAL SWAT TEAM

WHEREAS, the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq., authorizes local units of this State to enter into agreements for the sharing of services and facilities; and

WHEREAS, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has established a Regional SWAT Team and Crisis Negotiation Team to provide specialized law enforcement assistance and related services to participating agencies throughout Ocean County; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson Police Department desires to participate in the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team pursuant to the Shared Service Agreement dated May 26, 2026, between the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office and the Jackson Township Police Department; and

WHEREAS, the Shared Service Agreement provides that it shall remain in effect until cancelled by any involved party pursuant to the procedures set forth therein, including cancellation upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Ocean County SWAT Coordinator; and

WHEREAS, the Township Council has determined that participation in the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team is in the best interests of the Township and will promote public safety through coordinated regional law enforcement services.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:

1. The Mayor and Municipal Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Shared Service Agreement dated May 26, 2026, with the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office for participation in the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team, in substantially the same form as attached hereto.
2. The Township Council hereby authorizes the Jackson Township Police Department to participate in the Ocean County Regional SWAT Team in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement.
3. A copy of the executed Agreement shall be kept on file in the Office of the Municipal Clerk.
4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption according to law.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 164-2026 CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE APARTMENT AND MOBILE HOME PARK RENT LEVELING BOARD

WHEREAS, Chapter 334 of the Code of the Township of Jackson entitled “Rent Control for Apartments and Manufactured Home Parks” was repealed and replaced by Ordinance 2026-06; and

WHEREAS, the revised ordinance amended the composition of the Apartment and Manufactured Home Park Rent Leveling Board to consist of five (5) regular members and two (2) alternate members serving four-year terms; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to §334-2 of the Township Code, the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Township Council, is authorized to appoint members to said Board; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor desires to appoint and confirm members and alternate members to serve on the Apartment and Manufactured Home Park Rent Leveling Board in accordance with the revised ordinance;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Township Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, as follows:

1. The Township Council hereby consents to and approves the appointment of the following individuals to the Apartment and Manufactured Home Park Rent Leveling Board:
2. NAME POSITION TERM
3. Joseph Sullivan Member Expires 12/31/2029
4. Edward Cialkowski Member Expires 12/31/2029
5. Diane DiCapua Member Expires 12/31/2029
6. Will Boyce Member Expires 12/31/2029
7. Frank Sullivan Member Expires 12/31/2029
8. Deborah Wankel Alternate Member No. 1 Expires 12/31/2029
9. Joann Walker Alternate Member No. 2 Expires 12/31/2029
2. Appointees shall perform such duties and responsibilities as set forth by State Statute and the Municipal Code of the Township of Jackson.
3. Appointees shall serve without compensation.
4. Copies of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Rent Leveling Board, Municipal Administrator, appointees, and any other interested parties.

RESOLUTION 165-2026

RESOLUTION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON, COUNTY OF OCEAN, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SHARED SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE JACKSON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF DISTRICTS 2, 3 AND 4 FOR ENFORCEMENT OF CERTAIN PARKING REGULATIONS for A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD COMMENCING OCTOBER 27, 2026 AND ENDING OCTOBER 27, 2031

WHEREAS, the Uniform Shared Services and Consolidation Act, N.J.S.A. 40A:65-1 et seq. (the "Act"), authorizes local units of this State to enter into agreements with any other local unity or units to provide or receive any service that each local unit participating in the agreement is empowered to provide or receive in its own jurisdiction; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson and the Jackson Township board of Fiure Commissioners Districts 2, 3 and 4 each have governmental authority over the same geographic area; and

WHEREAS, Jackson Township is in immediate need of Enforcement of Certain Parking Regulations; and

WHEREAS, there exists within the aforesaid geographical area a need for enforcement of parking regulations and such enforcement would benefit each party; and

WHEREAS, the Township of Jackson and the Jackson Township Board of Fire Commissioners of Districts 2, 3 and 4 desire to enter into a Shared Services Agreement for the Enforcement of Certain Parking Regulations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing body of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey as follows:

1. That the governing body does hereby authorize the execution of a Shared Services Agreement with the Jackson Township Board of Fire Commissioners of Districts 2, 3 and 4, attached hereto as Schedule A, for the purpose of setting the terms and conditions.
2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute and the Township Clerk to attest to the Shared Services Agreement, and any other documents necessary to effectuate the terms of this resolution.
3. That the term of the agreement shall be for five years, commencing October 27, 2026 and ending October 27, 2031.
4. That the agreement shall become effective full execution by both parties.
5. That a copy of the agreement referenced herein shall be kept on file and made available for public inspection at the Township Clerk's Office during normal business hours.
6. That a certified copy of this resolution, together with a copy of the agreement, shall be forwarded to the Department of Community Affairs, and Jackson Township Administrator.

CERTIFICATION

I, SANDRA MARTIN, CMC, RMC, Municipal Clerk of the Township of Jackson, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Township of Jackson Township Council at a meeting held on the 26^{th} day of May, 2026.

SANDRA MARTIN, CMC, RMC Township Clerk Jackson Township

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 166-2026

AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF ESTIMATED TAX BILLS

WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the Township of Jackson (hereinafter, the “Township”) will not be able to issue property tax bills in advance of the third quarter taxes due on August 1, 2026, and;

WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 72, P.L. 1994, the Township has the authority to prepare and issue estimated tax bills; and,

WHEREAS, in order for the Township to meet its financial obligations, maintain the tax collection rate, provide uniformity for tax payments and save the unnecessary cost of interest expenses on borrowing, the Mayor and Council of the Township find it to be within the best interests of the Township to issue estimated tax bills; and,

WHEREAS, the Tax Collector and Chief Financial Officer of the Borough have reviewed and computed an estimated levy in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-66.3 and recommend formal authorizing action by the Governing Body.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey as follows:

1. The Tax Collector is hereby authorized to take all steps necessary to send out estimated bills for the third quarter of 2026
2. The entire estimated levies for 2026 are hereby
3. All levies excluding Special Districts $207,773,723.12
4. Fire District #1 $4,168,741.96
5. Fire District #2 $6,120,664.12
6. Fire District #3 $4,539,318.21
3. The estimated tax rate (based on the estimated levy) is hereby set at
4. All levies excluding Special Districts $1.437 per $100 of assessed value
5. Fire District #1 .094 per $100 of assessed value
6. Fire District #2 .120 per $100 of assessed value
7. Fire District #3 .094 per $100 of assessed value

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON RESOLUTION 167-2026 RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE 2026 BUDGET

WHEREAS, the Local Municipal Budget for the year 2026 was introduced and approved on April 28, 2026; and

WHEREAS, the public hearing on said budget has been advertised; and

WHEREAS, it is the desire to amend the approved budget; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council of the Township of Jackson, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey, that the following amendment to the approved budget of 2026 be made:

• (A)(A) Operations – within “CAPS”

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a public hearing on the budgetment amendment will be held at the Jackson Township Municipal Building on June 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this complete amendment, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A: 4-9, shall be advertised on the Township's website at https://www.jacksontwpnj.net/605/Legal-Notices on May 27, 2026, and that said advertisement contained notice of public hearing on said amendment to be held June 9, 2026.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this amendment be for certification of Division of Local Government Services, Department of Community Affairs, State of New Jersey to the via upload to the Financial Automation Submission Tracking ("FAST") for certification of the 2026 Local Municipal Budget so amended.