Borough of Lavallette, NJ 08735 Official Website

Borough of Lavallette

BOROUGH OF LAVALLETTE
PUBLIC NOTICE

The Borough of Lavallette Council Meetings and the Planning Board Meetings will be held at the
Lavallette First Aid Building located at 1207 Bay Blvd. in Lavallette, NJ for the remainder of the year 2013.
All Meetings will start at 7:00 pm, unless otherwise stated.

BY ORDER OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL
CHRISTOPHER F. PARLOW
ADMINISTRATOR/MUNICIPAL CLERK
BOROUGH OF LAVALLETTE
Full Schedule

Super Storm Sandy

December 6, 2013

Lavallette Holiday Event bound motorists are encouraged to enter the island via Route 37/Mathis Bridge to avoid delays

Please be aware that due to the Route 35 Reconstruction Project, the route to Lavallette has changed since September. Motorists are encouraged to enter the island from the southern bridge to avoid potential traffic delays occurring in Bay Head and Mantoloking. Via Route 37 east, motorists will take the Route 35 South ramp and keep in the left lane. Continue through the "S" curve and remain in the far left lane onto Central Avenue heading north. Continue to Hiering Avenue and turn right. Turn left at the end of the block onto the Boulevard. This will become Route 35 North heading into Lavallette Borough. Construction directional signs are posted throughout this route to assist motorists.

December 3, 2013

Route 35 Reconstruction Alert

Please be advised there will be a traffic pattern change in the area of Toms River and Seaside Heights beginning on or about Monday, December 2nd. Please refer to the attached advisory and map for details.

Please be advised there will be a traffic pattern change in Mantoloking beginning on or about Tuesday, December 3rd. Please refer to the attached advisory for details.

NJDOT Route 35 Reconstruction Project
Hot Line: 732-230-7356
Email: Restore.NJ35@dot.state.nj.us
Web: www.RestoreNJ35.com

We have setup a page for updates and alerts, as we receive them they will be posted to the
Rt 35 Reconstruction Project.

October 29, 2013

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.

October 24, 2013

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

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.
More Information

October 10, 2013

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.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SURVEY,
Contact TIM TRACEY at 732-263-5860 or polling@monmouth.edu

This project is being conducted by the Monmouth University Polling Institute and is supported by the New Jersey Recovery Fund of the Community Foundation of New Jersey. The Fund is focused on bold, long-term solutions that promote economic vitality, healthy ecosystems, strong and engaged communities, government transparency and a fair distribution of recovery resources.

July 22, 2013

Elevating Homes To Protect From Future Storms

What New Jersey Homeowners Need To Know About The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Elevation Program In order to protect New Jersey communities from future storms, Governor Christie today launched a $100 million grant program to assist homeowners elevate their homes. Targeted at homes in the nine counties hardest hit by Sandy, the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Elevation Program provides up to $30,000 of reimbursement for eligible homeowners to elevate their primary single-family residences. Elevation will both lower the risk of flood damage and reduce flood insurance premiums. The program is being paid for by FEMA funds.

Please see the attached press release from the Governor's office regarding HMGP elevations. All of the information can also be accessed at www.renewjerseystronger.org or call
1-855-SANDYHM (1-855-726-3946)
Download Flyer

Homeowners have until 9/15/13 to register with the state for the
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)

June 17, 2013

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
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OceanNJ_Panel_0329

June 10, 2013

Flood insurance and mitigation helpline is now 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.

May 22, 2013 Update
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Updated 6/4/13, 8/2/13 and 8/6/13

Community Development Block Grant

The Christie Administration announced that applications for the following programs offered through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Action Plan will be available this Friday, May 24, 2013. Applications for the various program will be made through the State of New Jersey – Department of Community Affairs website at www.nj.gov/dca

Sandy victims can apply online or through a hotline: 1-855-SANDYHM (1-855-726-3946). The TTY/TDD numbers for the hearing impaired are 609-984-7300 or 1-800-286-6613

Homeowner Programs

Rental Programs

Business Programs

New 6/4/13: The state has just released two very helpful FAQ documents pertaining to the two main CDBG homeowner programs. The first explains the $150,000 max grant RREM program, and the second explains the $10,000 resettlement grant. Please find the links below.

RREM FAQ: http://renewjerseystronger.org/rrem/frequently-asked-questions-for-rrem/

Resettlement FAQ: http://renewjerseystronger.org/resettlement/frequently-asked-questions-about-the-resettlement-program/

To view the Action Plan, visit the NJ Department of Community Affairs’ website at www.nj.gov/dca/announcements/pdf/CDBG-DisasterRecoveryActionPlan.pdf 5.73mb

Register with the state to receive updates on programs and grants.
State of New Jersey Superstorm Sandy Recovery Division

The Christie Administration announced that Sandy-impacted homeowners have until August 1, 2013 to apply for the Homeowner Resettlement and Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM) Programs.

New as of 8/6/13
RREM_Process_Combined_English_final.pdf 1019K
REM Process Graph_Spanish_combined.pdf 1020K

NEW FEDERAL GUIDANCE ON SANDY RECOVERY REIMBURSEMENTS 8/2/13

On July 30, 2013, the federal government issued a notice in response to the various requests from the Christie Administration to allow for reimbursement of homeowners and landlords of costs they have already undertaken to rebuild, repair and mitigate their homes, or rental properties.

The notice provides guidance to recovery programs funded by the federal government through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) grants. The Department of Community Affairs (DCA) will issue additional guidelines and procedures in the coming week to ensure the maximum benefit is applied to New Jersey’s Sandy-impacted households and landlords.

Eligible Housing Programs:

Homeowner Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM): Reimbursement will now be considered for all eligible RREM applicants regardless of level of property damage.
Landlord Rental Repair Program (LRRP): Reimbursement will now be considered for all eligible applicants of LRRP regardless of the level of property damage and regardless of the number of units.

GUIDANCE FOR HOMEOWNERS AND RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERS THAT HAVE ALREADY STARTED WORK ON THEIR PROPERTY:

The State is still currently restricted by the federal government on reimbursement of costs incurred after the Time of Application; therefore, continuing with work after an application has been submitted will likely make that work ineligible for the grant funds.
- Homeowners, landlords and businesses are advised that it is their choice to continue work; however, it is in their best interest to stop ongoing construction and repairs in order to maximize the costs that CAN be covered by the grant funds.
- This is a decision for homeowners, landlords and businesses to make, and this guidance is only to alert them of the risks associated with a decision to continue work.
- Homeowners, rental property owners and businesses that have started work are advised to keep all receipts of money spent to date on activities related to the rebuild, repair and mitigation of their property for possible reimbursement.

General Guidance from the Federal Government:

Allows reimbursement of eligible costs as a result of Sandy that were incurred by an applicant PRIOR to the TIME OF APPLICATION.

Reimbursement rules:
- Before any CDBG-DR funds can be provided for reimbursement to the applicant, an environmental review must be completed and cleared by the State.
- Costs must be considered within federal guidelines as “necessary and reasonable” for federal program funds.
- Limited to properties where work has been done on the same footprint as before.

Due to limited federal funding, it is unlikely that even with an additional allocation that every RREM applicant who was placed on the wait list will receive an award, even if New Jersey receives additional funds from the federal government. Therefore, those who are waitlisted should be guided by that fact as they choose whether or not to begin to repair or reconstruct their Sandy-damaged home.

March 6, 2013 Update

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.

Rendering of the Proposed New Municipal Building / Police Department

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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.

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	Lavallette Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Wreath Sale 22" Wreath Wreaths have Red Bow, Berries, & Pine Cones Jenifer 732-966-1076 or Karen 732-773-4710 Also Available: Red, White, Pink, Marble, and Punch colored poinsettias. Small and large sizes available. Click Here for order form Thank you for your support of The Lavallette Fire Company Fire Company Page

NJNG Home Demolition Information If you are demolishing or raising your home due to damage caused by Superstorm Sandy, NJNG may need to retire (disconnect) your natural gas service from the street or turn off your natural gas meter prior to construction. The most critical first step in this process is to contact your municipal code official to determine what your town requires. To assist our customers, we have posted the following new page on our web site that contains important information about service turn-offs and retirements due to Sandy damage: Website	FEMA Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) Information Provided is a list of resources containing valuable information and resources related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Advisory Base Flood Elevation (ABFE) products for coastal New Jersey. The contents listed below are available utilizing the links provided in each topic. Please click here for the resource packet. New as of April 23, 2013 Coastal Outreach Advisory Team 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

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	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. NJDOT Route 35 Reconstruction Project Hot Line: 732-230-7356 Email: Restore.NJ35@dot.state.nj.us Web: www.RestoreNJ35.com

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

Hurricane Sandy Recovery Resources FEMA FEMA disaster assistance registration and helpline: 800-621-FEMA (3362), TTY 800-462-7585 Apply online for assistance: DisasterAssistance.gov Smartphone/tablet: m.FEMA.gov/Sandy Find the nearest disaster recovery center: FEMA.gov/DRC or text “DRC” and your “zip code” to 43362 Small Business Administration Customer service center: 800-659-2955, TTY 800-877-8339 Disaster assistance website: SBA.gov/DisasterAssistance Resources for Additional Needs New Jersey disaster case management: 877-510-6762 or email at dcmNewJersey@CatholicCharitiesUSA.org Cleanup resources and local recovery efforts: 2-1-1 or online at NJ211.org NJ Helps: NJhelps.org American Red Cross: 800-733-2767 or online at RedCross.org New Jersey Hope and Healing: 877-294-HELP (4357), TTY 877-294-4356 Disaster legal services: 888-541-1900 Disaster unemployment: Online at NJuifile.net	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 Also provided from FEMA are Mitigation Publications