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iddletown Mayor Tony Perry has thanked voters who cast a “yes” vote on a public question that proposed an increase in the local open space tax rate. The public question was on the Nov. 3 ballot and during a Township Committee meeting on Nov. 16, Perry said although the results of the election had not been certified as of that date, the overwhelming majority of “yes” votes assured the passage of the question. As of Nov. 18, according to results posted on the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office “Monmouth County Votes” website, 27,789 voters (66.41%) had voted “yes” and 14,054 voters (33.59%) had voted “no” on the public question. Approximately 99% of the election night mail-in ballots had been processed; approximately 53% of the ADA machine ballots had been processed; and approximately 94% of the provisional ballots that were cast on Election Day had been processed as of Nov. 18, according to the county clerk’s website. “I want to thank the voters for an overwhelming victory” on the public question, Perry said. “We are now able to move forward (on open space preservation) … this (decision) gives us added dedicated revenue to preserve farmland, to protect our beaches … This is a big win for our township.” The mayor said many individuals and groups in Middletown came together “for bipartisan support of the ballot question.” By way of history on Middletown’s open space preservation efforts, in 1998, voters in the municipality approved the creation and funding of a local open space trust fund with a tax rate of 1 cent per $100 of equalized valuation. In 2002, voters supported an increase in (Continued on page 8)
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ore than one-third of New Jersey adults surveyed by the National Center for Health Statistics and Census Bureau from April 23 through July 21 (Phase 1) and Aug. 19 through Oct. 26 (Phase 2) reported symptoms of anxiety or depression resulting from COVID-19 related issues. With the pandemic showing no signs of abating and a fear of a drastic rise in cases this fall into winter, these figures are sure to increase. On the heels of a difficult election that has generated significant apprehension and taken an emotional toll on many New Jerseyans, along with seasonal affective disorder that can be caused from the end of Daylight Saving Time, access to mental health resources is more important than ever. As professionals in behavioral health, we at the Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ) know all too well that emotional difficulties resulting from this crisis may cause distress. For some, this may lead to poor decision-making, which in turn can cause people more serious emotional issues or result
in the overuse of alcohol and drugs. emotional stress on a longer-term, ongoing This is a crisis unlike anything we have basis. ever seen before, and by working with In addition to the helpline and texting the New Jersey State Department of Hu- services, residents also have access to criman Services, the people of New Jersey sis counseling and virtual support groups. have resources available to help them get The MHANJ is offering a variety of through this unprecedented time. support groups, including sessions for To assist residents in navigating emo- teachers, parents, seniors, healthcare worktional issues related to COVID-19, the ers and teenagers. The full schedule of MHANJ is providing support services groups can be found at https://www.mhanj. through the New Jersey Hope and Healing org/njhope/ Crisis Counseling Program. The NJ MentalHealthCares call line Residents can reach and texting services are trained staff through a GUEST COLUMN equipped to serve Spanvariety of free and conish-speaking residents of • fidential services offered New Jersey. The MHANJ through the NJ Mentalalso offers virtual support ROBERT KLEY HealthCares Help Line groups for the Spanishby calling 866-202-HELP speaking community. (4357) or texting NJHOPE to 51684 from The mission of the New Jersey Hope 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week. and Healing Crisis Counseling Program, The MHANJ team can provide emo- which was established by the New Jersey tional support via phone or chat, includ- Department of Human Services Division ing a referral to a specific program or of Mental Health and Addiction Services, crisis counselor. Through the texting ser- is to assist individuals and communities vice, people may also opt in for comfort- in recovering from the effects of disasters ing and nurturing care messages delivered through the provision of community-based via mobile phone to help them cope with outreach and psycho-educational services.
The program supports short-term interventions that involve the counseling goals of assisting affected individuals in understanding their current situation and reactions, mitigating stress, assisting in reviewing their recovery options, promoting the use or development of coping strategies, providing emotional support, and encouraging linkages with other individuals and agencies who may help in their recovery process. These services are provided free of charge through the New Jersey Hope and Healing Crisis Counseling program. The Mental Health Association in New Jersey in collaboration with the New Jersey Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services is offering the Crisis Counseling Program through a FEMA/SAMHSA grant. For more information about available online virtual support groups and to stay connected, visit www.mhanj.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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Officials announce New Jersey’s COVID-19 vaccination plan Gov. Phil Murphy and New Jersey Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli have announced the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan, which they said is designed to provide equitable access to approved vaccines, achieve maximum community protection and build public trust in advance of an approved vaccine “The strategic and efficient deployment of a vaccine will be critical to our continued fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and is a key tool in our recovery,” Murphy was quoted as saying in a press release. “While we will welcome one or more COVID-19 vaccines, we are not going to simply rush forward. We will be as methodical and deliberate in our approaches to a vaccination plan as we have been in every aspect of our responses over the past eight months,” the governor said. “The department’s vaccine plan is expected to evolve over time as more details about vaccine availability, timelines, distribution, funding resources and supplies are released,” Persichilli was quoted as saying
in the press release. “Our aspirational goal for a wide-scale vaccination program for New Jersey is to vaccinate 70% of the adult population in a six-month period. The department will follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on prioritization and further allocation decisions will be made through a health equity lens,” she said. New Jersey submitted its draft COVID-19 vaccination plan to the CDC on Oct. 16. The plan calls for an all-of-government approach to a wide-scale vaccination program, according to the press release. “To date, there is no globally approved COVID-19 vaccine. However, there is an expectation a vaccine will become available either by the end of the year or the first quarter of next year under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) pre-approval,” Persichilli said. An EUA allows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the availability of unapproved medical product to be
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used to prevent serious or life-threatening diseases when there are no adequate, approved and available alternatives, according to the press release. The FDA may issue an emergency use authorization for one or more COVID-19 vaccines by the end of 2020 or the first quarter of 2021. Several vaccines are in Phase 3 clinical trials. Some of the vaccines will require a two-dose regimen, 21 to 28 days apart, according to the press release. The initial allotment of vaccine to states is expected to be limited. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to the CDC has drafted recommendations for the first phase of the vaccination effort, prioritizing health care workers who have the potential for direct exposure and essential workers and individuals at risk, including those 65 and older. It will be up to states to determine the final allocation, according to the press release. The Department of Health has been working to ensure an equitable wide-scale
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vaccination program since July and established the New Jersey Department of Heath COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force with nine teams. The task force is chaired by Dr. David Adinaro, deputy commissioner for public health services. “While this is a statewide coordinated plan, it will be implemented locally and so the task force is focused on working collaboratively with local and county health departments and numerous other partners in this process,” Adinaro said. “This effort will help ensure all voices are heard in developing and implementing this program.” Information about COVID-19 and the vaccines currently in development is still evolving and the Department of Health will continue to release information as it becomes available, according to the press release. The department’s COVID-19 vaccination plan has been partly informed by New Jersey’s experience with pandemic influenza vaccination during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic, according to the press release. Real Estate........................................................ Sports...............................................................
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Mayor: Residents must remain vigilant in ongoing COVID battle By PETER ELACQUA
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HOLMDEL – It has been eight months since Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency in New Jersey after the COVID-19 virus entered the state. According to The New York Times, New Jersey is approaching 300,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and about 16,665 deaths as of mid-November. On Nov. 17, state officials reported there were 4,026 new cases, which was an increase of about 1,800 cases from the previous day. Holmdel Mayor Gregory Buontempo, like other mayors in New Jersey, has seen his community deal with the effects of the pandemic. In an interview with the Independent this week, he discussed the ongo-
ing health crisis. “Holmdel has been one of the leaders among New Jersey municipalities in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. “As the state prepares for an expected second wave of the pandemic, our main concern is that residents may be ‘COVIDweary’ and may become too comfortable, resulting in them not adhering to the guidance and preventative measures recommended by the state, the county and the township. “Right now our priority is providing our residents with the most up-to-date information about the pandemic, as well as encouraging them to follow all recommendations issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the state. “We are using our township website,
our social media and robo-calls to get the latest information, policy and updated case numbers out to the public,” Buontempo said. The mayor said municipal officials want to support local business operators in any way they can. He said officials have created and published a business resource guide; provided the opportunity for restaurants and bars to transition to outdoor dining; and recently enacted an ordinance to make outdoor dining a permanent fixture for the duration of the pandemic. “We hope to be a conduit to help facilitate our local businesses in applying for funding through the federal CARES Act. Local business owners should always feel free to contact the township administrator’s office if they have any questions or
concerns related to operations during the COVID-19 pandemic,” he said. Finally, Buontempo said, “Public safety remains a top priority of the Township Committee. I encourage all residents to keep up the effort and remain vigilant. It is imperative that we all stay up to date on the latest information and guidance from the CDC. “Together we can work to ensure that our community remains a safe place to live, work and recreate. If residents have questions about our COVID-19 response or if I can be of assistance, they can always contact me by email at mayor@holmdeltownship.com,” he said.
pher J. Gramiccioni announced the charges against Charles Hoagland, 56, in a Nov. 18 press release. He said Hoagland was arrested following an investigation by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The investigation revealed Hoagland allegedly used a messaging application to
send an item depicting the sexual abuse of a child to another person. Hoagland also allegedly possessed additional images depicting child sexual abuse materials. Hoagland had a detention hearing before state Superior Court Judge Paul X. Escandon on Nov. 18 and was released pending trial with the following conditions: no
internet access (except for employment) and no unsupervised contact with anyone under 18. Investigators are seeking additional information about Hoagland’s activities. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Anthony Lacher at 1-800-533-7443.
NEWS BRIEFS A Hazlet resident has been charged with one count of third degree endangering the welfare of a child for the possession of child sexual abuse materials, and one count of second degree endangering the welfare of a child for the possession of child sexual abuse materials. Monmouth County Prosecutor Christo-
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he Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County will present an illustrated Zoom program, “Jewish Women in American Film: From Femme Fatale to Superhero” by historian John Kenrick at 2 p.m. Dec. 2. Admission is $8 for museum members and $10 for non-members. To make a reservation and receive the Zoom link, call 732-252-6990, email jhmomc@optonline. net or visit website at www.jhmomc.org Jewish women have played starring roles on the “silver screen” since the silent film era, according to a press release from the museum. In Kenrick’s presentation, viewers will follow that rich heritage from Theda Bara to Barbra Streisand to Gal Gadot, with film clips and behind the scenes stories, accord-
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DATEBOOK The Monmouth County Park System will present “The Sounds of Christmas” from 1-3 p.m. Dec. 13 at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. Enjoy sounds of the season as Larry Moser and Mary Nagin play Christmas carols on the hammered dulcimer and fiddle. This is a free activity. Details: 732-842-4000.
of equalized valuation. On Nov. 3, municipal officials asked Middletown’s voters to consider an increase in the open space tax rate to 3 cents per $100 of equalized valuation. In 2020, the average home in Middletown is assessed at about $448,000. With an open space tax rate of 2 cents per $100 of valuation, the owner of that home paid about $90 into the open space trust fund this year. Raising the open space tax rate to 3 cents per $100 of valuation, as proposed in the ballot question, will increase that homeowner’s payment into the open space trust fund to about $135 on a $448,000 assessment in 2021. The open space tax rate that property owners pay generates revenue that supports the Middletown Open Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, and Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund. Because the proposed increase has been approved by voters, the Township Committee will hold a public hearing to determine the allocation of the increased proceeds generated by the open space tax to the open space trust fund. Municipal officials have said money
that is raised by Middletown’s open space tax helps to pay for the acquisition of and improvements to open space and parkland properties. Perry said, “I am grateful to the voters who supported this incredibly important initiative. We all want to ensure our children and grandchildren inherit the Middletown we enjoy today. Discussions for purchasing well-known properties in every section of Middletown are already underway and with this approval these acquisitions are now possible.” In the race for two three-year terms on the Township Committee, Republicans Patricia Snell and Ryan Clarke are headed for victories. As of Nov. 18, Snell had 26,154 votes and Clarke had 25,704 votes to lead Democrats Marguerite Stocker, with 16,049 votes, and Brian Penschow, with 15,590 votes. Snell was the only incumbent in the race. During the Nov. 16 committee meeting, Perry congratulated Snell and Clarke for winning the seats on the governing body and he thanked all of the candidates for “stepping up” to run in the election to serve Middletown. Perry thanked Deputy Mayor Anthony Fiore for his 12 years of service on the governing body. Fiore’s term will end on Dec. 31.
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Katheryn Winnick Promises Shocks And Surprises In ABC’s ‘Big Sky’ By Kate Hahn
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he clock is ticking in the atmospheric new thriller Big Sky (ABC, Tuesday). Two sisters have just been kidnapped by a truck driver on an isolated Montana highway. Complicating the crucial early days of the search, the key investigators are caught in a love triangle: Private detectives Cassie Dewell (Kylie Bunbury, When They See Us) and Cody Hoyt (Shooter‘s Ryan Phillippe) must work with his estranged wife, ex-cop Jenny Hoyt (Katheryn Winnick), who, like Cody, has a personal connection to the case. “Jenny and Cassie are in love with the same guy, but they put their personal feelings aside to focus on [the crime],” says Winnick. “They discover they’re very similar in a lot of ways. They’re both determined, strong-willed women who have a mission and their own personal journeys to overcome to be able to solve the case
and find peace within themselves.” They have their differences too, of course. Winnick describes Jenny as “unhinged and unpredictable.” Early on — in a move reminiscent of Winnick’s six-season stint as Norse warrior Lagertha on Vikings — Jenny even slugs her rival! Cassie, on the other hand, is more coolly intuitive. She instantly distrusts an oafish state highway patrolman (John Carroll Lynch), just one of the suspicious locals we’ll meet. “We’ve got some bad seeds and really weird characters,” Winnick teases. “It’s a show that will throw you, shock you, make you laugh, make you cry.” The series is based on the book The Highway and its sequels by C.J. Box, which only hint at the picturesque details of Montana that the show is able to incorporate. “This show and the visuals of this show and the vista of the show and C.J. Box’s novels are so landscape-dependent
that they are going to be breathtaking to watch as much as they are breathtaking in the thriller aspects of the show,” explained Lynch. What the fast-paced drama from executive producer David E. Kelley (Big Little Lies) won’t do is force viewers to wait all season for a resolution. This case — which the trio soon realize may be related to 12 other disappearances near truck stops and linked to human trafficking — is solved in the first five episodes. Then what? “I have a feeling [Jenny is] going to stick around and solve more cases,” Winnick says jokingly. The actress herself is enjoying her time shooting and living in the wilds of Vancouver, which subs for Big Sky Country. “Funny enough, my entire garbage got attacked by a family of bears yesterday,” she reports. “I’m definitely in what could be the mountains of Montana.”
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Annual audit reveals no issues with Keyport’s financial records By MATTHEW SOCKOL Staff Writer
KEYPORT – No recommendations for corrective action were made in the 2019 audit of Keyport’s municipal finances. During a recent Borough Council meeting, the members of the governing body passed a resolution to adopt the audit. According to state law, the governing body of every municipality must conduct an annual audit of its books, accounts and financial transactions. Keyport’s audit was conducted by a registered municipal ac-
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illness and substance use disorders, and create a culture where residents who have mental illness and/or substance use disorders feel supported by their community and feel free to seek treatment without fear of stigma. The council’s resolution states that establishing stigma-free communities will raise awareness of resources, have inclusive language and encourage residents to engage in care so recovery can begin and tragedies are avoided. The action taken by Keyport’s elected representatives followed action taken in September by the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders, which in collabora-
tion with the Division of Behavioral Health announced the launch of the Stigma-Free Monmouth website at https://www.stigmafree-monmouth.org/ The Monmouth County Stigma-Free Action Committee’s initiative was developed to help spread the message for individuals who suffer from behavioral health illnesses and substance use disorders, according to a press release from the county. The Monmouth County Stigma-Free Action Committee believes every person deserves to be treated with respect and that everyone should be able to get help without fear, according to the press release.
NEWS BRIEFS Pierson Commercial, a New Jersey provider of retail brokerage and advisory services, has been named the exclusive leasing agent of Hazlet Town Center, a 203,912-square-foot regional shopping center in the Route 35 Hazlet-Middletown retail market. The shopping center is at the intersection of Route 35 and Bethany Road, Hazlet, and is owned by a joint venture between Onyx Equities and Siguler Guff and Co. and has undergone a façade renovation and repositioning associated with new tenant additions since being acquired by the group. Gregg Medvin, vice president of Pierson Commercial, is spearheading the leasing team. “The center has strategically positioned itself to attract both those tenants looking to right-size and relocate within the market, while also attracting retailers interested in entering the densely populated and highly trafficked corridor,” Medvin said. The center’s repositioning efforts and
BULLETIN BOARD High school students are invited to enter their substance use prevention messages through their original music as part of “Your Song! Your Voice! Shout Down Drugs New Jersey.” Entries are accepted through Feb. 1. All music genres are welcomed The winner, announced at the end of the Prevention Concert, will receive a $5,000 music contract. The second- and third-place performers will receive $3,000 and $2,000 music contracts, respectively, with the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey. For rules and information on how to enter, contact Diane Higgins at 973-2757985.
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Graceland For Elvis Fans, All Roads Lead To The Golden Music Gates By David Cohea, ReMIND Magazine
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his family members are buried. When Elvis passed in 1977, mourners held a candlelight vigil outside the mansion and repeat the ceremony on every anniversary. Partially to help pay off mounting debts, Graceland opened to the public in 1982. The house remains
as Presley furnished it, but the property has been extensively expanded, with a 200,000-square-foot exhibit and entertainment complex titled Elvis Presley’s Memphis and the 450-room Guest House resort. The mansion is now the second most famous house in the United States (behind only the White House), with over 500,000 visitors a year. Visitors can experience home life as Elvis did, pose at the gate, have a moment of silence at the Meditation Garden, gawk at the impressive wall festooned with gold records, eat good Southern cooking at Vernon’s Smokehouse or classic American fare at Gladys’ Diner (named after Elvis’ parents), and leave a “love letter” on the graffiti wall. Graceland is also home to the world’s largest collection of Elvis memorabilia, with some 1.5 million artifacts and growing. The archives department has cataloged over 50,000 photographs, 3,000 textiles, thousands of documents, and a large collection of furniture, musical instruments, awards, automobiles and other artifacts associated with the personal life and career of Elvis. “Whether you’re an Elvis fan or a music historian, our archive truly allows you to get an appreciation for one of the most iconic entertainers of all time,” says Angie Marchese, Graceland’s vice president of archives and exhibits. Only about 25% of the collection is on display, including the King’s pink and white ’55 Cadillac, all of his gold records and a wide assortment of his trademark jumpsuits. There are also his two private planes: Hound Dog II and Lisa Marie, named after his daughter.
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Floor Finishing
DELUXE WOOD FLOORING
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Roofing/Siding
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Home Improvements
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732-759-5897
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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Serving Monmouth, Old Bridge, Parlin & surrounding.
KEY CONSTRUCTION
Gutter Covers RooďŹ ng & Chimney Repairs
OWNER OPERATED
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No job too small. All levels of home repairs & improvements. Carpentry • Painting • Tile/Molding • Powerwashing
Handypersons
SPITALETTO ELECTRIC
NM-00444254
NM-00445414
SERVICE UPGRADES
Electrical
muzioconstruction.com muzioconst@optonline.net Lic#13VH00073300
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NM-00445423
Major Credit Cards Accepted
Residential/Commercial
JB GUTTERS S
Specializing in • Custom Seemless Gutters Leaf Guards • Roofing Siding - Windows WITH THIS AD Exp. 12/4/20
• Bathroom And Kitchen Remodeling NM-00445421
CONTRACTOR
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Building Remodeling
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TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL 732-358-5200
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Landscape Restoration Experts RESIDENTIAL & WORKING FOR COMMERCIAL A GREENER NEW JERSEY
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TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL 732-358-5200
Home Improvements
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Lawn Care
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LANDSCAPING INC.
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Landscaping
C.H.E.A.P.
Any Service of $1,000 or more
TREE SERVICE
732-548-1653
NM-00444992
Free Estimates • Fully Insured
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
NM-00444989
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Any Service of $1,500 or more
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 11/30/20
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
** DISCOUNTED FIREWOOD ** 1 Cord $185.00 • 1/2 Cord $100
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Landscaping
Tree Service, Inc.
Free Estimates Fully Insured Over 20 Years Experience 24 Hour Emergency Service Senior Citizen Discount
CALL NICK
Will Serve The Monmouth Areas For Tree Work & Landscaping Only
Veteran Discounts Available
CLEAN-UPS
NJ State Pesticide Lic.#97065A
UNITED
CERTIFIED
Interior Carpentry Painting Repairs Basement WaterprooďŹ ng No Job Too Small or Big!
• • • •
CertiďŹ ed brick paver and retaining wall installer
(Patios, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Sidewalks)
Landscaping
Lawn Care
• • • •
Residential/Commercial/Municipal
Commercial & Residential
Exterior All Types of RooďŹ ng Flat & Shingles Repair or New Deck Repair & Staining Chimney & Fencing Shed Repairs Powerwashing
Landscaping
NM-00445425
732-207-3933 732-617-TREE
Lawn Care
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EXPERT
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LANDSCAPING • TREE SERVICES STUMP REMOVAL • SPRINKLER REPAIR BULK MATERIAL DELIVERY
NM-00445277
Home Improvements
Landscaping
FALL CLEAN-UPS SNOW REMOVAL SNOW DAMAGE EMERGENCY SERVICE AVAILABLE Complete Landscaping & Maintenance Tree & Shrub Pruning Retaining Walls Storm Damage Mulch & Stone
(732) 238-2050
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Masonry/Paving
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
POLISH
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NM-00445429
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Painting/Wallpapering
DISCOUNTS 732-605-0362 AVAILABLE Over 30 yrs. • Free Est./Ins.
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Painting/Wallpapering
3rd Generation
ART MOHR PAINTING 732-983-1520
NM-00444554
Interior & Exterior Residential & Commercial Powerwashing Drywall Repair Taping & Spackling Handyman Services Snowplowing Services
Free Estimates NJ State Fully Licensed & Insured
PAINTING
• All Phases Of Painting • Interior/Exterior • Moulding Installation •No Job Too Small
When quality, Reliability & Experience Matter
(732) 534-0548
Owned & operated by Joshua Ludlow Free Estimates • References • Fully Insured NM-00445988
Lic#13VH06178600
Plumbing
David J. McConnell 732-257-6254
Plumbing • Heating  ď€ď€Ľ Home Improvements
Painting/Wallpapering
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Free Estimates - Fully Insured
732-906-0385
P Boilers Installed/Repaired P Water Heaters Installed P Drains & Sewer lines cleaned P Sewer & Water Mains installed P Kitchen & Bath Remodeling P Framing & Sheet Rock
No Job Too Small NJ Lic#8843
#13VH04604300
NM-00444807
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