Hello fellow Bradley Beach Residents,

First, I have some news that affects all of our residents. Because we have not adopted our budget in a timely manner, we cannot get our tax bills out to you as we would normally. Unfortunately, the budget amendment was voted down at the last Council meeting on June 28th. This is a serious issue in that our projects we are working on will be curtailed until we resolve this. We also will have to keep a close eye on our cash flow (payroll, school bill, library, county bill, etc.) if this situation protracts. We are hoping to adopt an amended budget in the next few weeks. Since your property tax bill will be arriving much later this year, if you wish to pay toward your normally due August 1st bill, you may submit the May 1st amount.   

The first month of summer is concluding and so far the weather has cooperated. We are tracking very closely to our badge revenue from this time last year (within a few thousand dollars). Fourth of July weekend is upon us this weekend and I’m sure we will enjoy a great fireworks display as we have in past years. On a positive note- Radio Station 94.3- “The Point”- ranked Bradley Beach # 6 of the 44 beaches in NJ. Nice job from our lifeguards, public works, and all of our summer employees, in addition to our administrative team.

Recycling has switched over to a weekly cycle starting June 29th. Public Works will be reporting to us in September on the good, the bad and the recommended path forward in this area. In addition, we can now add pizza boxes to your recycling- simply empty the box!

On the LaReine Avenue Church Project- we had an important meeting a week ago Thursday, June 16th we had a town hall to answer any clarifying questions about the cost estimate provided by our project partners. T&M and DIG brought their experts to the Town Hall and answered a number of questions.  

Additionally, we are working on a town-wide survey to be administered in July/ August. 

Last, as we get the first 6 months of 2022 completed, it is important to share with the public where we anticipate our focus to be the remainder of 2022- stay tuned! See you around town!

Best- Mayor Larry Fox