County of Ocean (NJ)
Recent News About County of Ocean (NJ)
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Ocean County demands accountability from JCP&L over power issues
Ocean County officials are urging Jersey Central Power & Light Company (JCP&L) to improve its service accountability due to increased power outages and capacity issues that may hinder business development.
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Ocean County approves contracts for senior services in growing community
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved 23 contracts to provide services for the county's senior population.
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North Jersey seeks public input for long-term transportation plan
The North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) is seeking public input on the future of transportation as part of its long-range plan, Connecting Communities.
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Commissioner Arace takes liaison role across key Ocean County departments
Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace has assumed his role as liaison to several departments and committees, focusing on enhancing service delivery and fostering innovation.
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Ocean County gears up for winter with extensive preparations
Ocean County is prepared to tackle winter weather challenges, according to local officials.
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Ocean County secures meal service contracts for senior citizens
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has secured significant contracts to ensure the provision of home-delivered and congregate site meals for seniors in the county.
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Ocean County addresses EMS challenges amid volunteer shortages and response delays
Increasing concerns over response times and a shortage of volunteers in Ocean County's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) have prompted the Board of Commissioners to explore potential solutions.
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Ocean County allocates $432K extra funding for senior assistance programs
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has allocated an additional $432,500 to support programs for the county's senior population.
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Ocean County approves new all-inclusive playground at Eno's Pond
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a contract for the construction of an all-inclusive playground at Eno's Pond County Park in Lacey Township.
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Ocean County plans third public workshop on hazard mitigation update
The Ocean County Sheriff's Office, Office of Emergency Management, is inviting public participation in a workshop on the Hazard Mitigation Plan. This third public workshop aims to enhance understanding of hazard mitigation grant opportunities.
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Ocean County approves new plan ensuring winter shelter for homeless
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved the Code Blue Plan to ensure warming centers are available for the homeless during winter. The plan outlines protocols for Code Blue Alerts and details services available during activation. It encourages communication among all involved parties to address the needs of at-risk individuals during extreme weather.
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Voting options expand ahead of general election in Ocean County
With the General Election approaching on November 5, Ocean County officials are informing voters of multiple options for casting their ballots. Gary Quinn, Deputy Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, emphasized the convenience offered by early voting and vote by mail alongside traditional in-person voting on Election Day.
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Ocean County advances plans for new regional park in Manchester Township
Ocean County is nearing the start of construction on a new park in Manchester Township, following the approval of a permit from the Pinelands Commission. Ocean County Commissioner Virginia E. Haines announced, "I am pleased to announce that on Friday, Oct. 11 we received word that the Pinelands Commission unanimously approved our permit for the construction of our County Park in Manchester Township." This approval marks significant progress toward developing a regional park for residents and visitors.
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Ocean County assists seniors with Medicare choices during open enrollment
Ocean County is providing assistance to seniors in choosing Medicare options as open enrollment approaches. Barbara Jo Crea, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners and liaison to the Ocean County Office of Senior Services, highlighted the confusion caused by excessive information and misinformation surrounding Medicare plans. "There is so much information and also misinformation out there when it comes to signing up for a Medicare plan that it often creates more confusion than help for our seniors," she stated.
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New traffic signal installed on Hooper Ave for pedestrian safety
Work to install a new traffic signal to help guide pedestrians across Hooper Avenue in downtown Toms River is now complete.
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Ocean County secures funding assurance for adequate code blue beds this winter
Ocean County is preparing for the upcoming Code Blue winter season with additional funding from the Ocean County Homelessness Trust Fund. The fund's Advisory Council recently approved an appropriation of $35,815 to support the Code Blue program, which provides warming centers for homeless individuals.
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Women more prevalent than men in Ocean County in 2021
Of the 630,057 people living in Ocean County, New Jersey in 2021, 51.4% (323,854) were women and 48.6% (306,203) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by Ocean County Leader.
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Census Bureau: More women than men in Ocean County in 2020
Of the 602,018 people living in Ocean County in 2020, 51.7 percent (311,408) were women and 48.3 percent (290,610) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Ocean County Leader.
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Census Bureau: More women than men in Ocean County in 2019
Of the 596,415 people living in Ocean County in 2019, 51.8 percent (308,658) were women and 48.2 percent (287,757) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Ocean County Leader.
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Census Bureau reports Ocean County population was 602,018 in 2020
Ocean County had a population of 602,018 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Ocean County Leader.