Police Department New Hires

JACKSON – Jackson Police Department, Chief Matthew D. Kunz, and Mayor Mike Reina announce the appointment of five new, full-time police officers, who begin serving the township effective February 21st. Those officers are:

P.O. Christopher Sacchetti: He was born and raised in Jackson Township and attended Jackson Liberty High School class of 2018. He then attended Ocean County Community College receiving his Associates degree in Criminal Justice in 2020. In 2022, He attended the Ocean County Police Academy class and was a graduate of the 50th SLEO class. P.O. Sacchetti was previously employed by the Deal Police Department as a SLEO I, and the Seaside Park Police Department as a SLEO II before being employed with the Jackson Police Department in the same capacity.

P.O. Zachary White: He was born and raised in Jackson Township and attended Jackson Memorial High School class of 2019. In 2021, he attended the Ocean County Police Academy and was a graduate of the 48th SLEO class. P.O. White was previously employed by Seaside Park Police Department as a SLEO II before being employed with the Jackson Police Department in the same capacity.

P.O. John D’Alessio: He was born and raised in Toms River and attended Toms River High School North class of 2018. He then attended Ocean County Community College receiving his Associates degree in Criminal Justice in 2021. He attended the Ocean County Police Academy and was a graduate of the 46th SLEO class. P.O. D’Alessio was previously employed by the Seaside Heights Police Department as a SLEO I then later as a SLEO II before being employed with the Jackson Police Department in the same capacity.

P.O. Nicholas Chianca: He born in Englewood, NJ before moving to Howell where he attended Howell HS. After graduation, he continued his studies at Monmouth University. He graduated in the spring of 2020 with a Business Degree and a concentration in marketing. After college, P.O. Chianca worked as a Class 1 Special Law Enforcement Officer in Spring Lake, before attending the Ocean County Police Academy and was a graduate of the 112th class.

P.O. Chianca was employed by the Belmar Police Department where he worked as a Class II SLEO as of this past October.

P.O. Mason Twining: P.O. Twining was born and raised in Rumson, NJ. He attended the Rumson public schools and graduated from Rumson Fair Haven regional high school in 2019. He is currently a student at Brookdale Community College where he is pursuing an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice. P.O. Twining attended the Monmouth County Police Academy in June of 2021 was graduate of the 51st class. Since that time has been employed as a Class II Officer with the Fair Haven Police Department and Sea Bright Police Department.

We congratulate all the officers and wish them the best in their new assignments. Our thanks are also extended to the mayor and administration, for their continued support.

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.

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Summer Camp 2023

JACKSON – Program dates: July 3 to August 18, Monday through Friday (no camp July 4).

Camp location: Jackson Memorial High School.

Registration will not be accepted after camp begins. Children must be registered to be engaged in any activity. There is not a nurse on site during camp. Registration fee is for the entire 7-weeks.

Children will be grouped as follows:

• K & 1st graders

• 2nd & 3rd graders

• 4th & 5th graders

• 6th, 7th & 8th graders (grade currently enrolled in)

Camp Only: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• 1st child $500

• 2nd child $475

• 3rd child $450

With Morning Care: 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• 1st child $575

• 2nd child $550

• 3rd child $525

With After Care: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• 1st child $600

• 2nd child $575

• 3rd child $550

Full Day: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• 1st child $675

• 2nd child $650

• 3rd child $625

Trip information: trips are optional; trips are subject to availability; trip fees are not included in registration fee; no trip refunds - if child does not attend, disciplinary action, suspension or withdrawn from camp; trips are non-transferable; once camp begins trip sign ups can only be done at camp, if they are open. Payment must be made at the time of registration

Refund information: $10 fee per refund/deducted from refund; no refunds after program begins; if the township cancels a trip a full refund will be issued; refunds are done by voucher and take approximately 4 to 6 weeks; $5 credit card fee is non -refundable; refunds cannot go back onto your credit card; if you are notified that your child has to quarantine due to COVID, and was scheduled for a trip, you will be offered a credit or a refund for the trip(s) only

Register beginning march 1 at: register.communitypass.net/Jackson . There is a $5 fee per transaction when paying online with a credit card - $25 additional fee for non-residents. After June 20, a $50 late registration fee per family.

Jackson Recreation Summer Camp Job Fair

JACKSON – Make a difference in the life of a child while having the time of your life! Jackson Recreation is now hiring for their 2023 summer camp. The job fair will be on March 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Jackson Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Boulevard.

Nights of weekends! They are seeking staff candidates for the following positions:

• Camp Counselors

• Camp Leaders

• Camp Head Leaders

• Bus Drivers

• Monitors

The minimum age to apply for any position is 14 years old. Applicants who are 18 and older and are hired will be required to complete a background check.

Learn all about the summer camp job opportunities available this year. Call 732928-1260 for more information.

Dinner And Comedy Show Fundraiser

JACKSON – Celebrate spring with your local firefighters, and support some great causes while enjoying dinner and comedy show featuring local professional entertainment. This event is being held April 1 at the Cassville Firehouse, located at 785 Miller Avenue in Jackson.

Doors open for dinner at 6 p.m., showtime

8 p.m. Tickets are only $35 (and bring some extra for the 50/50, gift auction and cash bar); proceeds benefit The Jake’s Got This Foundation and The Jackson Elks Club. Tickets sell out quickly, contact Mim at 732-272-5845, John at 732-433-1681 or Rich at 908-906-7280 to reserve today! This is an 18+ event.

Food Trucks Needed For Festival

JACKSON – Jackson Township Recreation Department is currently seeking food trucks for their Fireworks & Food

Truck Festival that will be on July 9 at 4 p.m. at Johnson Park. Contact 732928-1260.