Jackson Receives $209,000 Road Improvement Grant

By Bob Vosseller

JACKSON - Drivers will soon have a smoother ride while traveling on certain roads thanks to a $209,000 grant the township has received.

The municipality recently received the $209,000 award from the New Jersey Department of Transportation, which will be used for pavement, drainage and traffic safety upgrades to Anderson Road, from Cassville Road at Route 571 to Monmouth Road at Route 537.

Design work for the 1.6-mile-long roadway project is anticipated to start this summer with construction commencing in the fall.

Mayor Michael Reina said, “investing in Jackson Township’s infrastructure remains one of our top priorities. We are pleased to partner with the state Department of Transportation on this initiative, which demonstrates our collective commitment to ensuring that our roads are in top-notch condition.”

“This latest road improvements project builds on the significant amount of road upgrades we did last year, both on our own and in collaboration with the county,” the mayor added.

The Township Engineering Department is interested in hearing public input about the Anderson Road improvement project. Send emails for consideration to Township Engineer Stephen Schreiber at engineering@ jacksontwpnj.net.

Jackson Township covers more than 100 square miles and is a growing, suburban community. It is the fourth largest municipality, as measured by area, in New Jersey, and is home to approximately 60,000 residents.

Volunteers Have Cats Available For Adoption

JACKSON – Calling All Cats

is a cat rescue group made up of volunteers, some of whom work at a spay and neuter clinic. People would drop off unwanted cats. As a group, they save the babies that are left alone, the countless mothers that have had numerous litters and those that are losing or have lost their home.

Baxter Boo is still waiting for his furever home! This once shy boy has blossomed into a sweet and outgoing fella with the loudest purr and desire for belly rubs. He has become very attached to his buddy Britt and would love to go home with her or to a home with other kitty friends.

He’s UTD on all medical and ready to go home asap. Please give him a chance, you won’t be disappointed!

To help humanely lower the feline population, they spay and neuter feral cats and then find homes for the friendly adults and the offspring that have been born. The rescue works extremely hard to find the best homes for cats of all shapes, sizes, colors and ages. While these cats wait, they are cared for in safe, loving, and nurturing foster homes

To start the application process, visit Calling All Cats on Facebook and Petfinder.com

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Volunteer Fire Company Seeking New Members

JACKSON – The Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 is looking for new members from the community. Call 732-378-9566 for more information, or email volunteer@jacksonstation55.com.

Besides helping your community, here are a few benefits that are provided!

• Uniform Allowance

• Gym

• LOSAP (retirement plan)

• Annual Physical

• NJ State Firemen’s Association Benefits

• Use of the banquet Hall

• Dress uniform

• Station uniform

• Free Training

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and must have a valid State of New Jersey driver’s license. You will be required to pass a background check as well as a complete medical evaluation.

Applicants must also:

Be willing to attend the Fire Academy within one year of joining at no cost to the member

Be willing to attend meetings, drills, and work nights that take place every Wednesday night starting at 7 p.m.

Residency Restrictions: Applicants must live within five miles of 113 N. New Prospect Road or 200 Kierych Memorial Drive.

2023 Spray Park Dates

JACKSON – Weekends only - May 27 through June 18. Open 7-days a week beginning June 19 until September 4. Closed for the season on September 5. Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The park will be on sensor mode, you must walk in front of the red fire hydrant for it to turn on. To review spray park rules and regulations visit: jacksontwpnj.net/DocumentCenter/ View/220/Spray-Park-Rules-and-Regulations-PDF.