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Project Sticker Shock

What is a “Mom & Pop” Business?

A small, independent, family owned, controlled and operated business. It has a small amount of business volume. It is not franchised.

“ Open for business in a single location.”

So if your “Mom or Pop” need the services of rehabilitation and nursing services, it just makes sense to go to a “Mom & Pop.”

Here is a picture of a true “Mom & Pop” business:

BRICK – The Mayor’s Student Advisory Committee placed Project Sticker Shock Stickers on items being sold at the concession table during the Brick vs Brick basketball games.

The purpose of this project is to bring awareness to underage drinking laws, reduce social providing of alcohol and edu- cate the community on its related problems through environmental change.

Project Sticker Shock is an effort coordinated by the Brick Municipal Alliance Coalition (BMAC) and the Brick Township School District. Thank you to the DART Coalition of Ocean County for providing the stickers.

Project Medicine Drop Box

BRICK – Did you know…There is a Project Medicine Drop box in the Brick Township Municipal Building? This box gives residents a place to discard unused and unwanted medications safely, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The medications dropped in the box are maintained under the custody of the Brick Township Police Department who then destroys them in accordance with rules and procedures governing controlled substances.

The Project Medicine Drop box is located in the municipal building adjacent to the Police Department front desk.

2023 Farmers Market Vendor Application

BRICK – The Farmers Market will return to Windward Beach for the 2023 season on May 6. They are currently accepting applications to become a vendor. If inter- ested, fill out the form at: townshipofbrick. seamlessdocs.com/f/2023FarmersApp. For more information, visit bricktownship.net/ index.php/brick-farmers-market.

2023 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Until

BRICK – Review and change your Advantage Plans for 2023 or switch to Original Medicare with a Part D Plan. Review your options. Free counseling will be provided by SHIP counselors. Call Brick Senior Services at 732-920-8686 to schedule an appointment.

Police EMS Provide TECC Course

BRICK – The Brick Township Police Department EMS TEMS members recently traveled to Freehold to provide Freehold Emergency Medical Services with a TECC course. Topics and skills were discussed

─Photo courtesy Brick Police EMS and performed in several phases of tactical medicine. Less traditional medicine for less traditional scenarios. Thank you to Freehold EMS members and EMS Chief Hoffman for hosting the course.

Brick Police EMS 2023 Training

BRICK – Brick Township Police Department

EMS will be hosting PHTLS and TECC training twice each this year. All courses are held at the Brick Fire Training Center on Herbertsville Road. The next training will be on March 25 and 26 for PHTLS. Register by visiting: brick- policeems.enrollware.com/enroll?id=7024207.

Next TECC training will be on April 29 and 30. Register at: brickpoliceems.enrollware. com/enroll?id=7024230.

Cost for class is $150 per student. Classes taught by Tactical EMS Unit.

Brick CERT Team Seeks New Members

BRICK – The Brick CERT Team is a group of citizen volunteers that are trained by a team of first responders in disaster preparedness. They assist during times of emergency. The CERT Team is looking for new mem- bers. The next training program begins in February. Sessions are held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Interested citizens can call 732-262-1167 for more information.

Reminder: Animal Licenses Must Be Renewed In January

BRICK – All dogs and cats, 7 months or older, in the Township of Brick, must be licensed for 2023 during the month of January. A certificate of rabies vaccination must be presented, and must be current through November, 2023 for a one-year license or November, 2025 for a three-year license.

Also, if your dog and/or cat has been spayed or neutered, you must present a statement from the veterinarian.

The Clerk’s Office encourages residents to apply for their animals’ licenses by mail. If requesting by mail, please include the rabies certificate and a stamped, self-addressed envelope. If necessary, you can renew in person at the Municipal Building, 401 Chambers Bridge Road, Monday through Friday between 9am and 4pm. Exact change, check or credit (no American Express).

License Fees:

• One year spayed/neutered animal: $10

• One year non-spayed/neutered animal: $13

• Three year spayed/neutered animal: $26

• Three year non-spayed/neutered animal: $35

Brick Earns Silver Certification From Sustainable Jersey

BRICK – Brick Township is one of 81 municipalities in New Jersey that received Sustainable Jersey certification at the silver level in 2022. Currently, over 82% of New Jersey’s 564 municipalities participate in the program.

Brick Township’s silver-level certification was attained through the hard work of the Township’s Green Team and support staff. To achieve silver-level, the Township had to submit documentation detailing our efforts to implement sustainability programs and demonstrate our commitment to making sustainable practices a priority in our community.

“We are proud to have achieved this certification,” said Mayor John G. Ducey. “As a coastal community, it is imperative that we consider that long-term benefits of sustainable practices to ensure that Brick Township is a healthy and livable community for the generations to follow.”

Break The Bleak Of Winter

BRICK – Are you down because of the dreary, cold, dank days of winter? Then join Angelic Health Speakers Bureau is offering Having a Bright Heart in the Bleak Midwinter February 17 1:30 p.m. Presented by Angelic Health spiritual care staff, the program will focus on embracing time for reflection, suggestions for spiritual comfort in aging, overcom - ing the blues during winter feelings of isolation. Light lunch to be provided. Registration required by February 10 by calling 732-451-6185, or email nkinnevy@angelichospice.net. All sessions will be held at Town Square at the Jersey Shore Adult Day Care and Enrichment Center Laurel Square Plaza 1930 Route 88, Brick.

The Brick Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!