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denial of an educational facility. This facility would consist of a 17,000 sq. ft. classroom building, 19,000 sq. ft. dorm, (7) 2-story faculty houses and 140 male students (ages 14-22). If the applicant wins, they’ll receive compensatory damages, court costs and attorney fees. Upon reviewing our code book, we have no definition of an educational facility or no mention of it. Chapter 244-46 entitled R-2, R-3 and R-5 Zones allows schools, public schools that operate non-profit and specifically the exclusion of universities and colleges. I advise for this to be looked into and whether you want them in our town; if so, where they should go. Hopefully, you’ll decide they should not be permitted in our town and making sure every zone in our ordinance states that. There are a number of these throughout the State. Time is of the essence as there are areas being looking at for a similar facility.

Dr. Hofstein read from a statement. President Elect Trump won by promising to make America great again by changing the status quo. By winning the Republican Primary he destroyed the Republican establishment, by winning the General Election, he destroyed the Democratic establishment. Even though New Jersey is Democratic in Ocean County, Mr. Trump received two-thirds of the vote. In our diversified town, he received approx. 62% of the vote. However, there are other towns in Ocean County that beat our numbers including a town with a large population that gave over 75% of the vote. The Republican Leader of Ocean County takes credit for the huge turnout for Mr. Trump. In next year's General Election for Governor of New Jersey, the Republican candidate will need an overwhelming turnout of voters in order to win. Remember that Governor Christie won because of the Ocean County vote and the win gives this leader a powerful vote in state government.

The same party leader is also principal of a law firm that provides our Township Attorney. We will, of course, continue to receive proper legal representation and advice. Because there are other towns that will provide more votes for a candidate, will he be tempted to place his needs before Jacksons to advise, make recommendations and appointments. How much input and influence does he have in the decisions of appointments of professionals and others in this town. Does the Mayor and Council meet with him to discuss the aforementioned and most importantly does he have a conflict of interest where he has business on one side and political on the other side?

On Election Day, I worked in a district where many long-time voters and former voters came out to vote for a change and to vote against the establishment. Many cast their votes for one person and skipped voting for the remainder of the ballot. Around 52-53% of the voters cast a ballot for Council Members which means the remainder did not vote for you. The same party leader got 0% of the votes here. You may have received money from the County political leader for your campaign or from professionals seeking favors. This election proves raising the most money doesn't mean you'll be elected. The National Elections were won by a person who had a message and was the messenger. The question is what is your message? It is my opinion that the first change you should make should be for a new Township Attorney from a new firm that has no conflicts of interest. Not one that gave us the likes of Mark Seda, Angelo Stallone, Phil DelTurco and Joey Torres. Thank you. Council President Nixon thanked him for his insight. Applause.

DAVID VISCONI – 441 WHITESVILLE ROAD – the condition of E. Veterans Highway between Butterfly/Whitesville Road. The road is a rumble strip and a mess. There has been some construction work and I was wondering if Council is aware what the County’s plans are for improvement of those roads. Council President Nixon advised that project was to start in July and was frozen when the Governor froze the trust funds. I’m not sure of their schedule and I am aware they are doing drainage work and clearing/widening there now. Administrator Schlegel informed she will follow up on it and believes with the change in weather, there might not be asphalt work.

Mr. Visconi asked about 504 Whitesville Road that was purchased by Quack Industries. Their intention was to move their facilities there but unrealistic about the amount of property needed. They misuse the property by ripping out trees/brush and realizing their situation, they withdrew their proposal. My concern is the wetlands in the rear which they filled in with concrete. The neighbor took photos and I walked the property. My concern is rehabilitating the wetlands that they filled in. How do we go about making them repair the damage they caused and did improperly. Administration Schlegel advised the DEP is the correct entity and we would have to meet. Council Vice President Bressi advised in addition to the concrete,