$3.5 Million Water Infrastructure Coming To Silverton

By Alyssa Riccardi

TOMS RIVER – Veolia has announced that nearly three miles of six-decadeold water mains within the Silverton/ Silver Bay areas of Toms River will be replaced.

The $3.5 million project is scheduled to be completed by late August with final restoration anticipated by late September.

“This project represents continuing investment in Toms River, which allows the company to make crucial enhancements to the water infrastructure,” said Jim Mastrokalos, Veolia Mid-State Senior Director of Operations. “Replacing this aging water main installed in the early 1960s with new 6- and 8-inch ductile iron pipe will improve service and build a resilient, sustainable water system that the community can rely on for many years to come.”

The project will take place on the following streets: Aldo Drive, Cattus Street, Cheryl Drive, Longman Street, Maine Street, Maria Drive, Silver Lagoon Drive and Stephan Avenue. Crews are scheduled to work daily from about 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The company will also renew about 300 individual water services.

“We anticipate intermittent, temporary parking limitations to complete the project as quickly and safely as possible,” Mastrokalos said. “Veolia will provide ample notification to residents as the project progresses, including when to expect brief, short-term interruptions of water service.”

Veolia asks that pedestrians and drivers take caution near the work sites during construction. Emergency vehicles will be allowed access during the project

For more information, visit mywater. veolia.us.

Teens, Learn To ‘Seed Bomb’ Your Garden

TOMS RIVER – Homemade seed bombs are the quick, easy way to fill a garden with colorful flowers that attract pollinators and decorate the yard. Teens can learn how to make them at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 3 p.m. May 23.

The program in the Green Room will teach the steps for creating a cluster of seeds that can liven up a plant pot, flowerbed, or an entire garden. The flowers draw the attention of butterflies, bees, and other creatures that transfer pollen and sustain many crops.

Members of the Garden Club of Toms River will show young adults, aged 13 to 18, how to make their own seed bombs to take home and toss in the garden, then wait for rain and watch the transformation.

Register at theoceancountylibrary. org/events to attend this free program, sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River. For more information, drop by the OCL Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, or call 732-349-6200.

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

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