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Little Egg Moves To Next Round Of Dredging

June 12, 2021

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−Photo By Bob Vosseller Lacey Recreation Department Director Jim Wioland, left, joins Holtec International representative Joseph Delmar and Mayor Peter Curatolo during a Lacey Committee meeting where a $10,000 donation was made to cover expenses of the township’s upcoming fireworks display.

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By Stephanie Faughnan LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Even before Su p e r s t o r m S a n d y devastated the Jersey Shore, many Little Egg Harbor residents found

their lagoons clogged with sediment, sand, and muck. After Sandy, the horror show intensified for those who docked their boats at home. They (Dredging - See Page 4)

Open Space, Road Improvements Approved

By Bob Vosseller OCEAN COUNTY – County oﬃcials recently purchased properties throughout Ocean Count y to preser ve them as open space. The Natural Lands Trust Fund Advisory Committee makes rec-

By Bob Vosseller LACEY – Township oﬃcials and residents heard an update from Holtec International concerning the status of work being performed at the defunct Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station. Holtec representative Joseph Delmar also presented a $10,000 donation for the township’s annual Fourth of

−Photo by Stephanie Faughnan (Above) Boat owners in Mystic Island East will have easier water access with the completion of a dredging project. (Right) “We Support Dredging” sign displayed on Mystic Island property located west of Radio Road.

ommendations to the Ocean County Commissioners, who then decide upon buying the land. They made the decision at a recent Commissioners meeting. The largest plot of land was approximately 8.62 acres on Prosper-

town Road in Jackson in an amount not to exceed $70,000 plus up to $1,000 for property tax adjustments. The second property is on Pancoast Road in Ocean Township and totals around 1.74 acres.

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July fireworks display. The firm owns Oyster Creek, formerly owned by Exelon. It was the oldest operating nuclear power plant in the country until its closure. Holtec is responsible for all aspects of its decommissioning. In his report to Mayor Peter Curatolo and the Committee, Delmar said the firm was ahead (Waste - See Page 5)

Senior Communities Fight Insurance To Reopen

By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY – Age-restricted communities faced with the threat of COVID-related lawsuits just got a step closer to seeing things open up for them. Ocean County serves as home to more over 55 retirement developments than any other county in New Jersey. All require payment of homeowner association fees to access standard amenities, such as the clubhouse and pool.

Many communities denied or restricted entry to their clubhouses and pools last summer. The concern wasn’t just the spread of COVID-19 – but the risk of liability exposure. Nearly a decade ago, insurance companies inserted pandemic exclusions in the policies they wrote for condominium associations and other similar developments. Simply put, this meant an insurance company could legally deny pandemic-related claims (Communities - See Page 15)

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Dredging:

Continued From Page 1 worried about damage to their vessels – and had diﬃculties navigating them out to the bay. Dredging represented the obvious solution, albeit an expensive one for homeowners to consider on their own. And, then there was also the issue of red tape and securing the proper permits. “The residents of Osborn Island actually tried to start a dredging project on their own five years ago,” shared Little Egg Harbor Township Chief Financial Oﬃcer Rodney Haines. “They found the estimates were going to be more than they could come up with at a single time. They also did not have

an organization that could take a loan out big enough to pay for it.” According to Haines, a group of Osborn Island property owners approached the township and asked for help. Thus began the birth of Little Egg Harbor’s dredging project for its waterfront homeowners. The concept was simplistic and genius at the same time. Little Egg Township oﬃcials agreed to take out a bond for the work and coordinate the dredging project in phases. Homeowners whose properties touched lagoons would receive special assessments payable over ten years. “The cost to the town is really nothing in the end,” Haines said. “Each project is a different amount of money, depending on the amount of material that needs to

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be removed. The special assessment is then divided equally among the number of properties in each section.” Affected homeowners are all presented with the opportunity to vote for or against the dredging project when it comes due in their neighborhood. However, not everyone who lives on the water has a boat or feels impacted by the shallow lagoons. Proponents of the project assert that dredging increases property values. Others feel the cost was insignificant when compared with what it would do for their community. Dredging on Osborn Island began in 2018 and resulted in special assessments for 327 properties. Although the project was completed in 2019, the special assessment didn’t start until 2021. Homeowners each have up to ten years to pay $5,056, representative of their individual share. “Part of the reason we held off was because of the pandemic,” Haines explained. “We actually held off on selling bonds because the pandemic affected the bond interest rates. We waited and got the residents a good interest rate.” Waterfront homeowners on Mystic Island east of Radio Road saw 524 properties benefiting from the project. Their special assessments came in at $4,845 per property. Mystic Island resident Dave Silva voted in favor of the project. He has a jet boat and didn’t have any problems going out even before dredging was completed.

“From my standpoint, it isn’t just that it adds to the value on my home,” shared Silva. “People buy on a lagoon to get water access and I want everyone to enjoy the water. For me, it was the right thing to do as part of my civic duty.” The second readings of two ordinances on the township’s governing body’s agenda pertain to continuing the dredging project. The Mystic Island west of Radio Road dredging project requires approval of an $8,550,000 bond; the Atlantis section needs appropriation of a $1,525,000 bond. “The estimates are that the Mystic Island West special assessment will be between $8,000-$9,000,” said Haines. “At Atlantis, we’re expecting to be around $11,000 or $12,000.” The cost comes in higher in these areas because there are more materials to be removed. The dredger also needs to dispose of the materials, which can involve higher trucking expenses as well. The special assessment isn’t just higher in the Atlantis section because there are more materials to remove. Only 134 homes are on the water and expected to share the cost. “We did poll each of the sections and will only proceed if there is a favorable vote,” Haines shared. “However, the law basically says that if the town determines that a project like this would be in the best interests of residents, the town can do special assessment projects.”

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Continued From Page 1 of schedule in its removal of radioactive waste containers. At that time, they had removed 30 out of 33 containers. “The original schedule was to have it out by November.” He said the last three containers would be removed before the summer months. “We are working to perform demolition at the site as we are preparing to remove spent fuel from the site. Once that is done, we will be demolishing the ancillary buildings on the site. We are working with the (township) construction oﬃce to make sure we have the necessary permits,” Delmar said. “We are honored to provide funding for the Fourth of July fireworks celebration once again and we hope everything goes well,” he added. Committeeman Mark Dykoff spoke about the removal of waste materials from the aged nuclear power plant saying, “it was critical to get from wet to dry. Can you explain what happens when you get all these (spent fuel) rods out of there?” “The fluid in the (spent fuel) pool is still covering equipment. Once all the fuel is on dry storage, we look for any fuel that might still be in the pool and certify that it is all gone. We’ll be doing that over the next few months into July, about that time frame. We then have to dismantle the reactor vessel itself - the internals. We’ll be segmenting those up into smaller pieces and put into proper packaging so they can be sent off site,” Delmar said. Delmar said from a water standpoint, “we contained all that water within one building.

The Southern Ocean Times, June 12, 2021, Page 5 It is not passing from building to building. That reduces a risk from an environmental standpoint and a safety standpoint” Committeeman Timothy McDonald said he was pleased that the company was “way ahead of schedule” but asked about the firm’s safety record. Delmar said in the last few months the site has experienced two minor safety incidents. One involved a worker lifting a five-gallon water container on a water cooler causing him to strain his back. The second incident involved an employee working in an area with low piping and when he reached for something he stood up and hit his head on a low pipe. “He was wearing the proper protective equipment, so no bruises, no bumps no scrapes but there was some neck compression but to be precautionary we got him into an ambulance and to the hospital and now everything is good,” Delmar said. Township Recreation Director Jim Wioland joined the mayor and Delmar for the presentation of the ceremonial check donation for the township’s fireworks. Incident At Oyster Creek Five days after Delmar’s update, an incident occurred at the power plant. According to Patrick Mulligan who serves as assistant director of the Radiation Protection Element Division of Climate, Clean Energy & Radiation Protection at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, “on May 18, 2021, the NRC issued a Severity Level IV non-cited violation (NCV) of 10 CFR 72.172 ‘Corrective Action’ to Holtec Decommissioning International.” “The NCV was issued for Holtec’s failure to

promptly capture an equipment condition in its Corrective Action Program (CAP) in December 2020. If the condition had been captured, an incident in February 2021 involving the same component may not have resulted in unexpected leakage of contaminated water and a resulting unexpected dose to a worker,” Mulligan said. Mulligan added, “the NCV was not issued due to the unexpected leakage and resultant dose. The NRC documents NCVs in inspection reports to establish public records of the violations but are not cited in notices of violations (NOVs) which normally require written responses from licensees.” Clean Water Action NJ Board Chair Janet Tauro expressed her organization’s concerns about the incident and asked Mulligan about the employee exposed to the material. Mulligan said the Holtec worker was not hospitalized as “this internal dose is significantly below the NRC dose limits for radiation workers and is not a health concern. The person was not injured and required no medical attention.” Tauro asked him if the “unexpected leakage of contaminated water” traveled offsite and how much leakage occurred. “The leakage occurred during a hydrostatic pressure test of a multi-purpose canister. This test is performed inside the reactor building. Per the NRC report, the water contaminated the work platform, 23-foot level, and 51-foot level of the reactor building. There is no pathway to the environment from this area of the reactor building. Therefore, there was no radiological environmental impact to soil or groundwater from this incident,” Mulligan replied.

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Mulligan also responded to Tauro’s concerns about whether the leakage traveled into the aquifer. “No, the leakage was confined within the reactor building and therefore did not travel into the aquifer. The water was contained within the reactor building therefore, the community would not have been exposed to any radiation.” “The contaminated water was spent fuel pool water diluted with demineralized water. The contaminants are the same as what is normally found the in the spent fuel pool. The concentrations would be reduced due to the addition of the demineralized water,” Mulligan said. Tauro wanted to know if Holtec hired “lesser skilled workers to do this task. If you recall, the unions had complained that lesser skilled workers were hired by Holtec to do highly skilled work.” Mulligan said this was not the case. “Workers who perform cask movement are Holtec Site Services employees who are specially trained to operate the dry cask equipment. This is the same labor force that performs all spent fuel operations for Holtec storage casks across the country.” He added, “these individuals are highly skilled in the management and transfer of spent nuclear fuel to dry casks for interim storage onsite. “Why wasn’t the public alerted when it happened?” Tauro asked. “Since the event did not rise to the NRC’s criteria for notification and there was no offsite impact, there was no requirement for notification to any offsite agencies. Both the NRC staff and the State staff were aware of the incident,” Mulligan replied.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Senate Passes COVID Immunity Bill For Senior Communities CAPITOL COMMENTS

would prohibit any causes of action for damages arising from a COVID-19 exposure or transmission on the premises of a planned 9th Legislative District real estate development. Under the legislation, the Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove immunity would not apply to acts or omissions constiTRENTON − Senator Christopher Con- tuting a crime, actual fraud, actual malice, nors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and gross negligence, recklessness, or willful Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove praised misconduct. Senators Connors voted for bill on the the Senate’s passage of legislation to protect senior communities from potentially Senate floor as well as is in committee as a member of the Senate Community and expensive pandemic-related lawsuits. Specifically, the legislation (S-3584) Urban Affairs Committee.

The 9th District legislators issued the following statement: “By and large, senior communities are effectively r un organizations, whose homeowner associations are administered mostly by volunteers. Unfortunately, the threat of COVID-related lawsuits has prevented many senior communities from fully opening their facilities, including clubhouses and pools. “From the outset, our Delegation has supported legislative efforts to provide senior communities, as well as youth spor ts leagues, with legal immunity from COVID-related lawsuits. With the understanding that this is an important

issue to so many, we are working to make it possible for our constituents living in senior communities to use their clubhouses and pools and restore a sense of normalcy without the fear of their associations being sued. “Today’s action by the Senate is a productive step forward. However, the Assembly needs to move quickly to pass legislation and send it to the Governor’s desk to protect senior communities from the potential risk of spending thousands of dollars in legal costs to defend against lawsuits.” Having passed the Senate, S-3584, sponsored by Senator Linda Greenstein, now heads to the Assembly for consideration.

Bill Would Extend Funding Deadline For Gold Star Monument Capitol Comments Senator Cory Booker

Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez

WASHINGTON, D.C. − U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) re-introduced a bill extending the

authorization funding deadline for a monument dedicated to Gold Star families, which expired in January 2020 and is now on hold. Under the Gold Star Mothers Families Monument Extension Act, funding for the construction of the monument would continue through January 2027. The monument would honor the families that have lost a loved one in service to

our nation. “The Gold Star tradition reminds our nation of the ultimate sacrifices made by

service members and their families,” said Senator Booker. “While we can never truly repay the enormous debt we owe Gold Star families, they deserve to be recognized for their sacrifices. This bill will provide the flexibility needed to honor these families appropriately.” “We have a duty to not only honor the service members who’ve given their lives defending our freedoms, but also recognize the enormous sacrifices made by the Gold Star families who served alongside them,” said Senator Menendez. “I’m proud to work alongside Senator Booker to provide the time and flexibility necessary to ensure the Gold Star Families National Monument will stand as a tribute to their contributions to

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our country and a symbol of our immense gratitude.” In addition to introducing the Gold Star Families Monument Extension Act, this week Senator Booker also introduced the DOULA Act. This legislation would establish a pilot program to encourage the use of doulas in the Veterans Health Administration to support pregnant veterans and improve maternal health outcomes. He also introduced the GI Bill NEED Act as well as the VR&E NEED Act with Representative Mikie Sherrill, which would protect veterans’ educational and vocational rehabilitation benefits under the GI bill during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Don’t Stereotype Me. (Misconceptions About Brain Injury) Without any knowledge of who I am, preconceptions about me may begin to cycle through your head when you first see me using my walker or my wheelchair. Sometimes, I wish I had a sign around my neck stating that I have trouble walking because of a brain injury I suffered in a snowboarding accident. Often I want people to think of me as just an average person, without seeing my wheelchair or walker, and without knowing I injured my brain. The human brain is so complex that we do not completely understand brain injury. We may sometimes even form incorrect ideas about injuring our brain. There are so many misconceptions about brain injury that it makes little sense to review each one. Instead, I will review some of the reasons incorrect ideas come about. Common misconceptions typically arise as a result of one or more of the following pitfalls: generalizing, stereotyping, and assuming. People generalize brain injury because it offers a concrete explanation to something abstract and idiosyncratic. Symptoms such as impulsiveness, poor memory, or physical disability are often assigned across the board to brain injury. But we are too complex to say anything concretely about the injury of our brain. A doctor may say a person who injures the brain’s frontal lobe is bound to be more impulsive as a result. However, that same person may work very hard and be exceptionally disciplined after the injury to keep his or her impulses in check. In the same realm as generalizing is stereotyping. People may stereotype “brain injury” with an image of an elderly patient who has extreme physical limitations. In reality, some brain injury survivors are quite young, and some work extremely

hard to overcome physical setbacks. The brain is so complex, and our lives are so complex, that any stereotype applied to brain injury may be greatly shortsighted. Brain injury does not discriminate based on age or demographic, and we should not think of a certain type of person when we think of brain injury. Assumptions about brain injury are too broad to classif y an occur rence whose effects are variable and specific. For instance, physical disability does not necessarily mean cognitive disability. One of the sharpest brain injury survivors I have met is extremely physically limited. Although she uses a motorized wheelchair, her rationale is outstanding. This phenomenon works the other way around. Ambulatory folks with no apparent physical limitations may be working hard to overcome cognitive challenges. Preconceptions about brain injury lead to misconceptions. Just as we are all different individuals, every brain injury is different. In order to have any understanding of someone’s brain injury, we need to have sufficient exposure to the brain injury survivor in question. The only concrete thing about brain injury is that no brain injury is concrete. Matt Collura On March 9th, 2011, Matt Collura suffered a traumatic brain injury in a snowboarding accident and was in a coma for weeks. Until 2011, he was an avid runner. A three-sport captain in high school, Matt graduated with a degree in biochemistry from Boston College and a master’s in architecture from NJIT. Doctors predicted that even if he regained consciousness, he would never walk again. Since he regained consciousness, he has regularly been proving doctors wrong. One day, he plans to run again.

Toms River Leaders Wrong About Cannabis Hello Council and Mayor Hill, I am certain you have received many emails regardi ng you r proposed ordinance to ban cannabis retail in Toms River Township, but as a resident, homeowner, business owner, and parent, it is my right and duty to address this short-sighted decision. First, and most importantly, you were elected to represent the residents of Toms River. The voters responded at the ballot box, with nearly 64% saying YES to legalization. Fran kly, that’s a larger margin than any of you were elected with. What gives you the impression that you should ignore what voters want? It’s honestly disturbing that you are so comfortable showing your true ambitions as council members, in fur thering your own personal agendas (cough Rodrick cough), rather than supporting your constituency. Second, I’m gobsmacked that any of you has the aud acit y to t al k about banning cannabis sales when there has not been one meaningful effort put forth by the Council to address the skyrocketing opioid crisis that has had our community in a chokehold for nearly 2 decades. Your comments sound like

“Reefer Madness” and it’s embarrassing. Multiple research studies have shown that can nabis can t reat medical conditions, including chronic pain, helping to eliminate the use of opioid pain relief. You claim to care about who is buying cannabis for recreational use while completely ignoring the fact that teenagers have been turning to their parents’ medicine cabinets for years. Heroin continues to destroy families in this very community, yet you continue to remain silent on addressing the issue. Additionally, your calls to ban cannabis retail reek of racism and shows your desire to continue to criminalize those in the community you deem “lesser.” Rather than worrying about police revenue and continuing to fill our jails with non-violent drug offenders, the focus should be on real criminals involved in an illegal drug trade killing hundreds of TR residents every year rather than picking at the low-hanging fruit of stoners. Adults accessing recreational use decreases the amount of available illegal use which also decreases access for juveniles and minors. Treating cannabis as alcohol is smart for the populace and smart for the economy, regardless of the fact that cannabis use is safer than alcohol use. I do not see how it could be more clear.

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The most obvious point of all here is the revenue that our township so desperately needs. There have been repeated cries on the loss of school funding for years, but there has been no meaningful revenue stream created for this purpose. Our property taxes continue to increase. Our services have been cut back. Storefronts sit empty. I ran two quick errands yesterday and spotted 7 open storefronts on Hooper Ave alone. What’s the plan? Another Dollar General? Another discount store selling junk? Precisely how can TR attract new residents when there is, quite literally, nothing here? It does not take a rocket scientist to figure out that families move to towns with good schools, recreation, shopping, community services - all of which are sorely lacking. As for the claim that you do not have enough information to move forward with retail sales, the state law outlines exactly where these retail establishments can be placed (industrial areas). The law allows municipalities to select how many establishments are allowed, as well as times of operation. These dispensaries need staff so let’s create some jobs while we’re at it. The fact that you are being given the opportunity to set these boundaries makes the decision to allow cannabis retail a no-brainer. Granted, TR is not as large nor as populated as Paterson, but they brought in $50k in tax revenue in 2 months from one medical dispensary. Not multiple; not recreational - just one medical. Why would you turn that money away? Lastly I ask, and I genuinely hope you ruminate on, this question: How long do you think TR can survive in this era? It’s the 21st century. You have a responsibility to residents to start acting like it. Devon Mazza Toms River

How Can You Tell Who Is Vaccinated? The CDC decided to reward citizens who are vaccinated by allowing them not to wear a mask. A noble thought. Sadly, CDC did not reward vaccinated citizens, the decision now allows citizens who are not vaccinated, didn’t want to be vaccinated, who are anti vac. to walk around freely with no regard to their neighbors’ well-being. How do u know who is vaccinated and who is not? I am fully vaccinated and I am more worried now that I have been in the last 12 months. Poor employers and employees trying to enforce mask policy are subject to verbal abuse and in some instances physical confrontations. Robert Witkowski Manahawkin

Don’t Bash Small Businesses Online

I’ve seen too many posts on social media bashing small businesses, which is very harmful for small businesses, especially in this climate. Yet, everyone will keep shopping at big, multi-billion dollar companies even with so many mistakes they make without questioning it. Some complaints might be legit, but most are probably due to businesses struggling due to this past year with COVID. Lack of finding employees, materials crisis throughout the country, backorders, delays with deliveries, products are unavailable, increased pricing which leads to owners having to rethink and change their normal way of running their business. Before making a negative comment all over social media, ask questions, listen, try to understand and be patient. These are not normal times. Concetta Sasso Alvarez Howell

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Titans “Team Day” At SRMS

M A NA H AW K I N – The Titans at Southern Regional Middle School participated in a teacher-created “team day” event on May 26. The teachers and s t u d e n t s c el e b r a ted a successful and rewarding academic school year within a curricular framework involving engineering that included a water balloon toss and a visit from one of the New Jersey State Police’s helicopters. Students had a blast and learned a bit about the NJSP Aviation Unit, several mechanical aspects concerning the helicopter, and the criteria to be a State Trooper and a pilot. There was also a lesson to discuss the importance of Memorial Day and the day concluded with an abbreviated version of the high school’s annual flag planting ceremony. Students displayed patriotism, pride, and curiosity.

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Forked River Tuna Club Announces Ladies’ Catch Of The Day

LACEY – With great anticipation, the Women’s Club of the Forked River Tuna Club announces its annual Ladies’ Catch of the Day Fishing Tournament to be held July 10. As with many other events, it was necessary to cancel last year’s tournament due to COVID-19. This year will be a reunion of long-time anglers, friends and Tuna Club members. The Tournament is open to woman and mermaids (girls age 12 or under). The entry fee for adults remains at $30 and mermaids fish free. The adult categories are Fluke and Junk fish (Skate and/or Sea Robin). Mermaids fish for Fluke and/or crabs. Mermaids

must be chaperoned by an adult who is not required to be a registered angler. The Angler’s meeting will be held July 9. Doors and kitchen open at 6:30 p.m. Registration runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the clubhouse, 18 Bay Avenue. there will be a drawing for Early Entry, postmarked by June 25. Fishing and crabbing. begins on July 10 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. All weigh-ins must be completed no later than 4 p.m. at the Tuna Club. Awards picnic follows at 5 p.m. Visit forkedrivertunaclub.com for rules and registration form. Portion of proceeds will benefit the FRTC Scholarship Fund and local Conservation Education programs.

Stafford Farmers Market Opens This Summer

STAFFORD – Stafford Recreation’s Far mers Market beginnings June 22 through the fall and will be held on Tuesdays, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at historic Heritage Park, West Bay Ave across from A. Paul King Park, Manahawkin. There will be a wide variety of vendors

that offer everything from Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade dog treats, fresh cut f lowers, pasta, pickles, dips, hot sauce, butter, cakes, pies, scones, fresh mozzarella made on site and so much more. You can even pick up your favorite brews from Manafirkin to take home!

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−Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – The Southern Regional trio of Bridget Green, Natalie Shaw and Chloe Witt took on the region’s best and returned home May 9 as the Mid-Atlantic Scholastic Sailing Association Champions. This is the second time Green has won the Mid-Atlantic Scholastic Sailing Association Championship. Bridget Green and Brielle Willoughby won the event the last time it was held in 2019. Competing in Oyster Bay, N.Y., along the north shore of Long Island, the Rams outraced New Jersey based Ranney and 13 other teams representing schools from as far away as Norfolk, Va. during the mammoth 18-race event. Southern ended atop the leader board, with Ranney six points back and Norfolk Collegiate 13 behind. “The girls got off to a great start, winning the first race Saturday, then battled with Ranney, Norfolk Collegiate and Stony Brook much of the day,” Coach Steve Warren reported to the team’s Facebook page. “A 2-1-1 in the final three races of the day put us ahead

by four points.” According to Warren, the weekend trip was the first Southern Regional’s sailors have had since the 2019 season – before the COVID-19 pandemic ruined things last spring – and the strong finish at the end of the first day of racing set a great tone for dinner that evening. Still, Sunday’s slate was full and Warren knew the competition would be fierce since a four-point lead was “not really a cushion with a full day of races ahead.” Nonetheless, his Rams were ready. Green and Shaw pushed the Rams’ lead to 13 points by scoring three victories during the first five races of the day – they placed second in the other two – and from there they made the lead stick. “We needed a good start, and Bridget and Natalie gave us just that,” Warren said. “They absolutely mastered the light, shifty conditions. Good thing, too, because the wind got crazier as the day went on, and the lead allowed us to sail more conservatively and spend a few points protecting our position.”

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−Photo courtesy Southern Regional MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations to the Southern Regional Girls Lacrosse team on defeating Brick Memorial 18 to 3 on May 18. Special congratulations to Rylee Johnson on scoring her 100th career goal. Best of luck to the Rams in the upcoming Shore Conference Tournament.

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Continued From Page 1 The purchase cost will not exceed $10,000. At the meeting where these decisions were made, Brick resident Sam Foster asked, “for all these purchases, there were will be public access for things like hiking and no building there?” “It can’t be developed,” said Commissioner Virginia Haines, who oversees the county’s Parks and Recreation Oﬃce, noting the land is designated for preservation purposes. Special Projects Commissioners also voted to authorize engineering payments to contractors for various projects in the county. T. Slack

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Environmental Services, Inc. was authorized to remove a storage tank at the Ocean County Garage based in Jackson. The partial estimate cost is $61,906.60. An agreement was made with CTX Infrastructure, LLC for construction of the Union Transportation Tail-Plumsted Township extension from Monmouth Road to New Egypt High School. A partial estimate came to $16,415. Reconstruction and resurfacing of portions of several county roads was approved with Earle Asphalt Company with a final estimate of $61,037.87. The firm was also approved to perform reconstruction and resurfacing of portions of county roads with a partial estimate at $114,314.19. A stormwater management contract with Lucas Construction Group, Inc. in the partial estimate amount of $69,740.08 was also approved by the Board. An amendment to the 2021 County budget for the program entitled Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSA) was also authorized in the amount of $332,071. Another budget amendment in the amount of $125,000 for road work in Berkeley, Barnegat, Brick, Lakewood, Toms River, Beach Haven, Lavallette and Point Pleasant Beach was approved. The Commissioners introduced ordinances authorizing reconstruction and resurfacing of county roads appropriating $12,621,255 and various engineering, road and bridge

improvements in the amount of $3,500,000 and authorizing the issuance of $3,325,000 in bonds for bond anticipation notes appropriating $1,000 and authorizing the issuance of $950,000 for the realignment of Archertown Road – Colliers Mill Road in Plumsted Township. Another ordinance authorized the reconstruction of Washington Street, Lexington Avenue to Route 37 in Toms River, appropriating $3,000,000 and the issuance of $2,850,000 in bonds or bond anticipation notes to finance the same. Vaccination Update Commissioner Gerry P. Little noted in his report as liaison to the county’s health department that vaccination clinics “have progressed all the way from doing 2-3,000 vaccinations per day, to a point where we are beginning to see a levelling off to a lower rate in Ocean County and a diminished demand for vaccine by our Ocean County Health Department.” Little recalled a time a few months back where confirmed COVID-19 cases would number “3-400 overnight but today we have 27. In the last 21days we have only exceeded 100 cases, once.” He said the county’s coronavirus testing site based at the campus of Ocean County College administered 29,589 tests since March 2020 “and there were lines of people. This past Monday we had seven people.” He also noted that while administering

100,000 vaccinations was the County Health Department’s goal it has gone beyond 106,077 vaccinations as of last month. “We have about 607,000 people living in Ocean County and the Ocean County Health Department has administered over 106,000 vaccinations but 451,000 Ocean Countians have gotten the vaccine, the difference being that some have gotten it from the state’s mega site or their doctors or the hospitals. Now every pharmacy in the county is providing access to the vaccine,” Commissioner Little added. The Commissioner said “we encourage people in Ocean County who feel they should be vaccinated to do so. They have access to it. There have been other projects that have been put on the back burner because we have focused on COVID for the last year and a half.” Remembering Veterans Little, who also serves as liaison to the county’s Veterans Affairs oﬃce noted that 23,000 American flags were placed on the graves of veterans in Ocean County in time for Memorial Day thanks to various veterans’ organizations and scout troops. He also noted that September 11, 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attack on America and that it has been 10 years since former al-Qaida leader Osama Bin Laden, was killed in a raid in Pakistan by a team of U.S. Navy SEALs.

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brought against the homeowners’ association. Residents responded in an uproar, saying it seemed impossible to prove where someone became sick. However, with the claim denial would also come the cost to defend against it. While the insurance company would pay for attorneys for other liability cases, homeowner associations would need to come up with retainers for legal representation against pandemic-related lawsuits. The New Jersey Senate recently passed S-3584, a bill that grants senior communities immunity from most COVID-19 related lawsuits. If the Assembly votes in favor of companion legislation, it’s then up to Governor

The Southern Ocean Times, June 12, 2021, Page 15 Phil Murphy to sign the immunity bill into law. Homeowner associations have adapted a different approach from last summer to this one. Many aren’t waiting for finalization of the immunity bill to open up their pools and clubhouses. Andy Pignatelli is the president of the Pheasant Run Homeowners Association in Barnegat. He sees the declining pandemic numbers as encouraging. He’s also quite pleased that masks won’t be required outside any longer and social distancing unnecessary. “We had residents who want to use the pool or clubhouse sign a waiver,” explained Pignatelli. “They also were provided with a bracelet they need to wear when they first come in. We’re now planning to expand access to guests.” Heritage Bay, located a couple of miles down

West Bay Avenue in Barnegat hasn’t opened up either their clubhouse or pool. “We are working on it and will be meeting to discuss things,” said Janice Mooney, who heads up the Heritage Bay Homeowners Association. “We don’t know what restrictions are at this point. We know we have to keep track of who goes inside for the Board of Health.” According to Mooney, there are problems with the community’s pool itself and need to be addressed separately by a pool service. She feels the clubhouse also needs to be sterilized before anyone can use it. Sea Oaks, another age-restricted community in Little Egg Harbor, recently made changes to provide access to their facilities. “We had to sign a waiver for tort immunity,” shared John Arizzi, a Sea Oaks resident. “Ev-

erything is back open the way it was before. No guests are allowed and people who come in have to wear a bracelet to show they signed the waiver.” Greenbriar Oceanaire in Waretown offers its residents several amenities. They initially adapted the waiver system last year even for residents who wanted to play bocce ball. Soon thereafter, everything was shutdown. “When you sign the waiver, you get an orange plastic bracelet to wear that gives you admittance to the pool,” Greenbriar resident Rita Kopacz confirmed. “Right now, there are no longer restrictions after the waivers are signed. Guests will be welcomed next weekend and must also sign the waiver.” The new normal – as seniors join the rest of the world in their desire to return to the familiar.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Does My Insurance Have A Hearing Aid Benefit?

It can be quite confusing figuring out whether your insurance carries a hearing aid benefit. What we do know is MEDICARE does not pay for hearing aids and MEDICAID does. However, many secondary insurances have a hearing aid benefit if you’re willing to spend hours of your time on the phone speaking with a live representative to give you that information. To save you time, this is what I know: First, a large majority of CIGNA plans have a hearing aid benefit. This benefit is administered by a 3rd party administrator called Amplifon. You are required to register through Amplifon’s portal such that the Audiologists staff can assess your benefits information and print it out. Second, many of the AETNA plans have a hearing aid benefit either through a 3rd party such as Amplifon or a flat monetary benefit that is paid to the Audiologist. This benefit can range from $500 to $750 in most cases. Third, those of you that have Federal BC/ BS typically have a $1250 hearing aid benefit per ear. In addition, those Federal employees can also choose to go through a 3rd party administrator such as TruHearing. Fourth, many of the Ford and/or General Motors retirees have a hearing aid benefit

administered through 3rd parties such as American Hearing Benefits (AHB) or AudioNet. Other 3d party administrators include HEAR USA, EPIC, and Your Hearing Network. The best advice that I can give you is to provide your Audiologist with your insurance information so that they can verify your benefits. In the vast majority of these plans, you will save a significant amount of money taking advantage of your 3rd party benefit. The pitfalls of these plans include the following: • Most of these plans do not offer long 0% interest plans • The Audiologist is limited to specific manufacturers for the hearing aid selected. In many cases, this may not be the best hearing instrument for the patient’s lifestyle and listening needs • The Audiologist can charge for their time after the first year of services Dr. Izzy is always available to answer your questions about most hearing care issues. Dr. Izzy and his Staff have oﬃces in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin and can be reached at 732-818-3610 (Toms River/ Whiting) or 609-978-8946 (Manahawkin) or visit: www.gardenstatehearing.com.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Taurine Supports Brain And Heart Health

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The complaint of shortness of breath and exercise intolerance are exactly the same, however the causes and treatments may be worlds apart. Dyspnea as it is termed can be related to asthma or heart failure, and again, the treatment for these conditions differs dramatically. Today’s focus is on the heart, and left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) which is the name given to someone who has a thickening of the wall of their heart’s major pumping chamber. It results in inferior pumping abilities. There are many causes for this, but elevated blood pressure (BP) is the main one. With untreated LVH, heart failure becomes more imminent as does cognitive disease. For example, LVH doubles the risk for dementia! So my goal today is to help you with the underlying cause of dyspnea which may be related to LVH, for example. Doing so protects the heart and reduces symptoms that look like cardiac asthma. When you have a healthy heart, you don’t experience as much shortness of breath (dyspnea), wheezing, crackling, rales and/or exercise intolerance problems. A good cardiologist can detect LVH, or the beginnings of it with some simple non-invasive tests such as an electrocardiogram (EKG) and an echocardiogram or “echo” as it is more often called. Furthermore, your cardiologist will make the best suggestion for you, based upon your risk factors, age, lifestyle and heart function. The treatment may include medication, implanted devices, or surgery depending on the cause. But when it comes to a conversation about alternative treatments including dietary supple-

ments, you’re likely to hit a brick wall because conventionally-schooled physician may not be up-to-date on the research regarding natural options. Sold nationwide, this is an easy-to-access, inexpensive and well-researched dietary supplement that is known for its ability to support all aspects of cardiovascular health. It is absolutely crucial for a healthy heart. Why? Because taurine is found in massive amounts in your heart and brain! Remember how I stated earlier that a person with heart failure has a two-fold risk of dementia? Well, taurine is the number one amino acid in both of these tissues which further illustrates to me how useful it can be for both tissues. Taurine is involved in heart rhythm and may be useful to people with PACs, PVCs, pauses and/or tachycardia but do ask your cardiologist before attempting self-treatment. Taurine calms the body. For this reason, it is sometimes taken in the evening as it helps with sleep. Taurine has one more interesting use in the natural arena. It can stabilize neurons in the brain and is sometimes employed in people who have epileptic seizures. Taurine is sold at all health food stores. Combining taurine with other heart-healthy supplements such as Aged Garlic, Arginine, L-carnitine or Ubiquinol or PQQ could be even more useful for the heart. That said, do not substitute taurine, or any vitamin for your medication, or for proper treatments by a qualified physician that you’ve been seeing. If this topic interests you, I have posted a more comprehensive article at my website, suzycohen.com.

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Power Company Prepared For Summer Storm Season

MAYS LANDING – Throughout the year, as many families worked from home and learned virtually, Atlantic City Electric continued to perform essential work to prepare the local energy grid to meet increased demand during the warmer months and keep homes and businesses powered all summer long. Atlantic City Electric employees are routinely completing maintenance and

inspections, as well as upgrades and critical repairs, to prepare for severe weather, including an active hurricane season. This work is essential to providing safe and reliable service for the company’s 560,000 customers in southern New Jersey. “Our dedicated employees have been performing critical work throughout this pandemic to help us deliver safe, reliable,

affordable and sustainable energy service to our valued customers,” said Gary Stockbridge, Atlantic City Electric region president. “As communities across South Jersey begin to lift their COVID-19 restrictions, we remain committed to delivering dependable and reliable service all summer long and beyond. We encourage our customers to utilize the many tools and resources we

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offer to prepare for summer storms and hurricanes, as well as tips and information to save money and energy during the warmer months.” Atlantic City Electric’s work to prepare for the summer storm season is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to modernize the local energy grid and enhance reliability for customers. Customers across South Jersey are continuing to experience improvements in the reliability of their energy service. Just last year, Atlantic City Electric customers experienced the lowest frequency of electric outages ever – a 7 percent decrease since the previous low set in 2017. Customers experienced less than one outage, on average, over the course of the year, and when service was interrupted, crews were able to safely restore service in an average of just 83 minutes. The work Atlantic City Electric is continuing to perform is essential to fortify the local energy grid against severe weather and to help prevent those outages that can be prevented. In addition to these efforts, Atlantic City Electric completes hundreds of tasks to prepare for the summer season, including system work, testing and drills. As part of the Exelon family of companies, Atlantic City Electric also can call on resources from sister companies in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland and Pennsylvania to assist the company when needed to restore power even faster after major storms. (Power Company - See Page 21)

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By: Marc S. Galella, Esq., of R.C. Shea & Associates Anyone selling real estate in New Jersey needs to be aware of the terms of the Bulk Sales Act. The purpose behind the Bulk Sales Act is to protect a purchaser from any taxes owed by the seller to the State of New Jersey. The failure to follow the Bulk Sales procedures could result in the State assessing any tax liability of the seller against the purchaser. For the purposes of the Bulk Sale Act, the only real estate that is exempt from the Bulk Sales filing requirement is a simple dwelling house, which is a one- or two-family residential building, or condominium, if the seller is an individual, estate or trust. Almost all other real estate transactions are required to file pursuant to the Bulk Sales Act. The filing procedure for the Bulk Sales Act is relatively straightforward At least 10 business days prior to the closing of title, the purchaser or their attorney must file a form with the State referred to as a C-9600 Bulk Sales Notice. The form contains information about the transaction including the seller’s name and tax ID number as well as the purchaser’s name and tax ID number. The terms of the sale must be disclosed by way of a copy of the

real estate contract attached to the form. Once the State receives that form, it will then review its records to determine whether the seller owes any taxes to the State, including any taxes that may result from the specific sale. The State will then send what is referred to as a Bulk Sales escrow letter to the buyer’s attorney. The Bulk Sales escrow letter will direct how much money must be escrowed from the seller at closing pending a determination by the State as to the actual taxes owed. The next step is for the seller or their accountant to submit to the State a form known as a TTD (Transfer Tax Declaration) form in which the seller discloses the taxes that may be due to the State as a result of the transaction. In some cases the Bulk Sales notice and the TTD form can be submitted simultaneously so that the State can make a determination as to amount of taxes owed. Once the State determines the taxes owed, it will send a second letter directing the buyer’s attorney to release a specific amount of money from the escrow held at closing. Upon the State receives that money it will then send a third letter to the buyer’s attorney authorizing the release of the remaining escrow to the seller.

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Just as Atlantic City Electric prepares for summer weather and severe storms, the company encourages our customers to be ready as well. Here are some tips: • Assemble an emergency storm kit. Include a battery-powered radio, a flashlight, a fi rst-aid kit, a battery-powered or windup clock, extra batteries, medications, a multi-purpose tool, cell phones with chargers, and a list of important/ emergency phone numbers. • Have a supply of bottled water and easy-to-prepare, non-perishable foods available. • Keep a flashlight with fresh batteries on each floor of your home. • Identify an alternate location for you

and/or your family in case of an extended outage. • Review the manufacturer’s instructions for safe operations of your generator. Do not connect a generator directly to your home’s wiring. Never use a generator in any enclosed area. • Download Atlantic City Electric’s mobile app at atlanticcityelectric.com/ mobileapp. Being prepared is a responsibility everyone should take seriously. If a severe storm hits, monitor local weather reports regularly and follow the advice of local emergency management oﬃcials. Immediately report a downed wire or service issue by calling 800-833-7476, visiting atlanticcityelectric.com, or through the company’s enhanced mobile app. Custom-

ers can also report an outage by texting “Out” to 20661. Customers must fi rst text “ADD OUTAGE” to 20661 to sign up for this service. If an outage does occur, the company’s interactive online outage map and its mobile app provide estimates of how quickly power is expected to be restored. More tips, resources and safety information are available at atlanticcityelectric.com/storm. As temperatures climb, energy use typically climbs too. Atlantic City Electric provides helpful tips and information to help customers save money and energy all summer. More tips and information available at atlanticcityelectric.com/saveenergy. • Manage your bill on My Account. Online energy management tools show you how much energy you are using. The bill

to date feature lets you know what your bill costs are to date at any time during the month. You can also get tips based on your energy saving goals. • Install energy eﬃcient light bulbs. Energy-eﬃcient LED bulbs use up to 75 percent less energy than standard bulbs. • Unplug unused electrical devices when you leave a room. Chargers use energy when left plugged in after your device is fully charged. • Check your thermostat. Set your thermostat a few degrees higher in the summer if health permits. • Adjust your blinds. Lower the blinds in the summer to keep cool air inside your home. For more information about Atlantic City Electric, visit atlanticcityelectric.com.

Earthquake Felt In LBI, Manahawkin And Tuckerton

By Bob Vosseller TUCKERTON – Earthquakes in New Jersey are generally few and far between and not intense but they do happen. The United States Geological Survey confi rmed that an earthquake struck the state early Wednesday morning. Across New Jersey, seismic hazards are highest in northeastern New Jersey but

this quake measured at 2.4 on the Richter scale was felt around 7:52 a.m.in the area of Tuckerton. It was also felt in Long Beach Island and Manahawkin. It remains unknown if there were any injuries from the earthquake or any property damage though it did cause several shore area residents to wake up and take to social media asking if anyone had felt the tremor.

“It shook my house in Sunrise Bay,” said Janet Thomas. Theresa Santos said, “that was scary.” “I felt it here in Mystic too,” said Linda Fischer. “Heidi-Jeff Cush added, “It shook us here off Railroad.” The last time an earthquake was felt in the area was September 2020 when the USGS

reported a 3.1 magnitude earthquake hit the southeast section of Freehold Township. Garden State quakes have been known to produce some damage. New Jersey’s seismic hazard is lower than many earthquake-prone parts of the country. This is a developing story and will be updated as new information is made available.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Senior Christian Gentleman - N/S Looking to rent private room and bath. July, August. Manchester/ Lakewood area. Will return calls 732-730-3426. (27)

Garage Sale Community Garage Sale - Greenbriar I. Saturday, June 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain date Sunday, June 27. Brick 08724. 80 homes participating. (26) ESTATE SALE: Fri-Sun, 6/11-13, 9am-3pm. China, Crystal, Longaberger Baskets & Shelving Units; framed artwork, furniture, lamps, Pfaltzgraff Yorktowne, clothes, etc. Text 732-674-7260. (26) June 12&13 - 9am-2pm. Tolls. 600 12th Ave Toms River, Pine Lake Park section. Furniture, glassware, dishes, figurines. 732-244-0273 (26)

Items For Sale Lighted China Cabinet - $700. Dining table, six chairs, $400. Two brown leather loveseats, $300 each or $500 pair. Call 732-364-3078. (26)

Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/ estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (17) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Paying cash for LP albums. Rock, Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Metal. Very Good condition only. Call Rick 908-616-7104. (21) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH PAID!! LP records - stereos, turntables, musical instru-ments, guitar, saxophone, CD’s, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (29)

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Bird Watch Walk At Double Trouble Park

BAYVILLE – Double Trouble State Park will be holding a Bird Watch Walk on June 20 at 10 a.m. Join for a 1.5 to 2-mile walk along the trails

with an emphasis on the birds of the season and their habitats. Registration is required. Register at: eventbrite.com/e/bird-watchwalk-06202021-tickets-155122318029.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Resident, Politicians Bring Awareness To Dystonia

−Photo courtesy Ocean County Gary Smith and his wife Marguerite Weiss accept a proclamation from Gary Quinn (right), Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners naming June as Dystonia Awareness Month in Ocean County.

By Alyssa Riccardi OCEAN COUNTY – Affecting more than 300,000 people in the United States alone, Ocean County has proclaimed June as Dystonia Awareness Month. Dystonia is a neurological disorder, often characterized by involuntary muscle contractions causing abnormal repetitive movements and/or postures that may impede the ability to walk, speak, see, write, and control the posture of the head. At a recent meeting of the Ocean County Commissioners, residents Marguerite S. Weiss and her husband Gary Smith accepted a proclamation naming June as Dystonia Awareness Month in Ocean County. Director of the Board of Commissioners Gary Quinn thanked Weiss and her husband for their efforts in raising awareness about the disease. “We are honored to have you here today and we thank you for coming and sharing your experiences,” Quinn said. Weiss explained how she can now walk on her own after undergoing Deep Brain Stimulation and other treatments. She previously was only able to walk no more than a few steps, having to rely on a scooter and wheelchair. “I am so grateful to be among the lucky ones who benefits from this procedure,” Weiss said. She also thanked the Commissioners for bringing much-needed attention to the disorder. “Most people don’t know what dystonia is. They think it’s a country in Eastern Europe,” Weiss joked. “I truly appreciate your efforts to educate people about this condition.” Weiss hopes that by sharing her experiences publicly it will help and encouragement to others. “Raising awareness about dystonia may provide better understanding, compassion, and support for Dystonia sufferers as well as continued research, which may ultimately result in a cure,” she said.

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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE CASA Begins Training New Volunteers

TOMS RIVER – Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Ocean County announced that they will begin training 19 new CASA volunteers at the start of June. Once these individuals complete their 30-hours of pre-service training and are oﬃcially sworn-in by the family court judge, these CASA volunteers will be assigned to a child or children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect. “Individuals in our Ocean County community want to volunteer to help abused and neglected children more than ever before through our CASA program,” said Ariane Yazdan, Executive Director of CASA of Ocean County. “This mean that even more abused and neglected foster children are going to have at least one stable adult in their lives advocating for them as they navigate the foster care world. We are incredibly excited knowing these dedicated individuals are going to make a difference in the lives of children who need them,” Yazdan said. CASA’s mission is to train community volunteers to advocate for foster children who are making their way through the New Jersey Family Court System. The training classes teach community volunteers how to be the eyes and

ears for the family court, write detailed court reports, and further advocate for children who have been displaced from their biological homes. The citizens of Ocean County rallied this past pandemic year to help change a child’s story. Last year, 43 new CASA volunteers were swornin. 19 individuals begin their training this week. “It’s an intense, thorough training, and we are elated that so many individuals in Ocean County cared enough about our foster youth to inevitably make a difference,” Yazdan said. “The stories of foster children and their placement usually start with an element of sadness when they are removed from their homes. It is always our goal to change a child’s story so that the ending is happier and more hopeful. That is what we strive for day-in and day-out,” said Yazdan. Yazdan also noted that while the current class is filled with future CASA volunteers, CASA of Ocean County will be holding a new pre-service training session in September 2021. For more information about CASA of Ocean County and how individuals in the community can become a CASA volunteer to make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children, visit the CASA of Ocean County website at casaofoceancounty.org.

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Ocean County College Scholarship Celebration

TOMS RIVER – The annual Scholarship Celebration sponsored by the Ocean County College Foundation will be held in person on June 18 at 6 p.m. on the Campus Mall in Toms River. “Since 1965, the OCC Foundation has provided support for thousands of deserving students,” says Foundation Executive Director, Ken Malagiere. “In fact, with the help of our generous donors, our Foundation has awarded over $16.5 million in direct scholarship and special program support.” “Despite the many efforts by the College to provide a quality, affordable education, many students still require fi nancial assistance. The need is great - and with your help, we can achieve our goal of making the dream of a college education a reality for as many students in our community as possible.” This year, the Foundation will honor the 200 Club of Ocean County, a private non-profit corporation founded in 1987. The 200 Club is dedicated to providing financial assistance, comfort and support to the individuals and families of police oﬃcers, firefighters, EMS personnel and other first responders who are killed or seriously injured in the line of duty; its members have contributed more than $250,000 in scholarships for these families. Their motto is “We Remember,” supporting the goal of memorializing these individuals and their families who have been seriously injured or have made the ultimate sacrifice. For more information on the 200 Club of Ocean County, visit 200clubofocean.org. The other honorees are Henry A. Jackson,

Ed.D., executive director of Academic Success at OCC, and Teresa (Tracy) Walsh, Ph.D., MSN, RN, dean of Nursing and Health Sciences. Dr. Jackson is celebrated for his efforts administering the College Readiness Now Program and the Early College Program, a partnership between all 16 Ocean County high schools, four Ocean County vocational schools and Donovan Catholic High School. This program offers 9th- through 12th-grade students the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school. Dr. Walsh is honored to serve as the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences at the same institution where she began her nursing career. She believes OCC’s nursing faculty provided her with a strong educational foundation, support, mentorship and challenging experiences as she prepared to enter the nursing profession. She has been a dedicated leader at the College for many years, and last year, when the Governor’s Executive Order forced the campus to close, she quickly and eﬃciently formulated a plan to shift to a virtual setting to assist OCC’s nursing students. This outdoor event will follow all available guidance from the state of New Jersey to ensure a safe, enjoyable celebration benefiting the students of Ocean County College. Those who are interested in supporting the mission of the OCC Foundation, may participate in one of the many event sponsorship levels. More information is available here: ocean.edu/about-us/college-foundation -ocean-count y-college-nj/foundation -scholarship-celebration.

Plant Search Walk At Double Trouble Park

BAYVILLE – Double Trouble State Park will be holding a Plant Search Walk on June 26 at 10 a.m. Join for a 1.5 to 2-mile walk along the

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of jun 12 - jun 18

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Read the fine print and double-check for accuracy. You could disrupt your income streams by pursuing exciting activities and deviating from norms. As the week unfolds, focus on being creative and imaginative. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It’s fine to view things from a scientific perspective while gathering data, but it’s the people who have to be considered first. You may enjoy reactions to innovative ideas or shocking actions. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may not hold the winning hand. You could experience an unwanted entanglement if you mingle with the wrong people in the week ahead. Exercise caution and listen to those who have proven themselves trustworthy. CANCER (June 21-July 22): It might be best to do it all by yourself. However, a willing partner would appreciate a chance to keep you company even if there is a formidable task on your schedule. Mix romance with teamwork when appropriate this week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The pressure is on. Someone might persuade you to make a change, or you may become spellbound by something to the exclusion of all else. Don’t make drastic changes or irrevocable decisions in the week ahead. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may fall prey to delusions of grandeur in the week to come. However, the thought of upcoming entertainment shared with partners or loved ones might channel your enthusiasm into more appropriate directions.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You should do the things that really make you happy. If you aren’t exactly sure what will bring a smile to your face, look for guideposts along the way. Accentuate the positive whenever you can. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): It is often said that a fool and his money are soon parted. Remain alert when handling your finances in the upcoming week. You could find a diamond in the rough if you look beyond the obvious and consider new ideas. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be inspired to find your heart’s desire. Keep daydreams and wishful thinking in their place, however, since they are unlikely to earn any dollars. In the upcoming week, confronting facts might not be your strong suit. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You may be glad that you put something away for a rainy day. The bills that arrive in the week ahead might be unexpected. Embrace an opportunity to express love and affection. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Whatever life brings to you, you can get through it. In the week ahead, a key relationship could test your faith or drain your reserves of generosity. Tensions and stressful family situations require more of your patience. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Sensitivity to the wants and needs of others will probably make you a valuable commodity at the workplace in the week ahead. Use a gift for communication to earn a big commission or make a romantic fantasy come true.

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