REMINDER: Tomorrow’s Township Meeting of January 14, 2021, will be held virtually via GotoMeeting.com at 7:00 p.m. Please see the information below for log in information:
LEHT Township Meeting (January)
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Our Zoning and Construction Offices are temporarily closed. All inspections and appointments will be rescheduled. Please call (609)294-9071 or (609)296-7241 ext. 616 for any questions or concerns.
With COVID-19 vaccines on the way to hospitals and clinics across New Jersey, you can now reserve your spot to get a vaccine by Pre-Registering Online. To Pre-Register for the COVID-19 Vaccine CLICK HERE!
REMINDER: Today’s Reorganization Township meeting will take place virtually at 12:00 p.m. To access the meeting, please see the information below:
LEHT Township Meeting – Reorg
Fri, Jan 1, 2021 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EST)
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Access Code: 772-686-189
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Christmas Tree Recycling Locations
EFFECTIVE MONDAY DECEMBER 7, 2020
TOWN HALL ACCESS WILL BE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
PLEASE CALL 609-296-7241 TO SCHEDULE
Township Clerk’s Office dial extension 230
Tax Collector’s Office dial extension 240
Tax Assessor’s Office dial extension 244
Municipal Court dial extension 300
Construction and Zoning dial extensions 610 or 611
For the Police Department please call 609-296-3666
As a reminder if you are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, or have traveled outside of New Jersey in the last 14 days you should not enter the building. Social distancing and face masks are required at all times when visiting Town Hall.
EFFECTIVE December 5, 2020: Public Works yard will be open on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon until further notice.
Public Works will be closed both Friday, December 25, 2020 and Friday, January 1, 2021 for the Christmas and New Years Holidays. However, the Public Works yard will be open both Saturday, December 26, 2020 and Saturday, January 2, 2021.
The TOWNSHIP OF LITTLE EGG HARBOR announces the sale of 2020 current year delinquent taxes and other municipal charges through an on-line auction on December 17, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. For a listing of all parcels, delinquencies and costs, along with bidding instructions, please visit: https://littleeggharbor.newjerseytaxsale.com.
*Information can be viewed free of charge*
Please be advised that the Department of Public Works will be closed on Thanksgiving (11/26) and Black Friday (11/27). However, there will still be trash pick-up on Friday, November 27, 2020.
OCEAN COUNTY GIVING OUT $7 MILLION TO HELP SMALL BUSINESSES WITH RENT – READ HERE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2021
REMINDER: This month’s Township Meeting will be held virtually via gotomeeting.com this Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Please see login information below:
LEHT Township Meeting
Thu, Nov 12, 2020 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (EST)
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Access Code: 577-941-485
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Please be advised that the Department of Public Works will be closed both Friday, November 6, 2020 and Friday, November 13, 2020.
In addition, DPW will also be closed on Thanksgiving (11/26) and Black Friday (11/27). However, there will still be trash pick-up Friday, November 27, 2020.
As we continue to see surges in COVID-19 positives in Ocean County, and throughout New Jersey, please remember to wear a mask, wash your hands, keep travel to a minimum, practice social distancing, and avoid large gatherings.
The application deadline for the 2019 Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) Program has been EXTENDED from November 2, 2020 to December 31, 2020:
https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/ptr/index.shtml
The New Jersey Department of Health has issued guidance for this year’s Halloween celebrations and activities. CLICK HERE
Please remember that all trick or treaters and chaperones should wear a mask, costume masks do not count, and practice safe social distancing.
It is recommended that all activities should be outside as much as possible. Large gatherings are discouraged. Trunk or Treat has been cancelled. Trick or Treating groups should limit their size and the number of houses on their route. The Department of Health advises that large communal bowls of candy should be avoided and interaction should be limited. Please remember to wash your hands regularly.
As a reminder the Township’s curfew on Halloween is 10:00 P.M..
The Township of Little Egg Harbor wishes all residents a happy and safe Halloween!
The deadline for filing the Property Tax Reimbursement (Senior Freeze) applications has been extended to December 31, 2020.
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has announced a Phase 3 Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program.
Ocean County will be sponsoring a webinar with representatives from NJEDA for small businesses located in the County. Please see flyer here:
NJEDA Phase 3 Small Business Assistance Grant Program
Please be advised that the clothing drop off bin at the LEHT Public Works yard is now open again for donations.
REMINDER: This month’s township meeting will be held virtually tomorrow, October 8, 2020 at 7:00p.m. via Go To Meeting. To access the virtual meeting please see information below:
LEHT Township Meeting
Thu, Oct 8, 2020 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (EDT)
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Access Code: 658-980-829
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Meeting ID: 658 980 829
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Effective Today, October 5, 2020, zone pick up for bulk items is suspended. If you have items for bulk pick up, please call the Department of Public Works to schedule at 609-296-3600.
Department of Human Services
Division of Family Development
LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWN HALL RESUMES REGULAR HOURS
Beginning Monday July 13, 2020 the Township of Little Egg Harbor will be resuming regular hours of Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
All visitors are reminded to practice safe social distancing and to wear a mask. Visitors will be asked to sign in with each office they visit.
We ask that residents having business with the Township continue to call (609-296-7241) and/or utilize our website (www.LEHT.com) before visiting in person. Many services will continue to be by appointment only as we attempt to limit the number of visitors in the building at one time. These services include but are not limited to:
– Marriage Licenses
– Birth Certificates
– Death Certificates
– Many Municipal Court Services (i.e. Citizen Complaints)
– Gun Permit Applications
– All Construction and Zoning services
The Township has installed these and other various safety measures to protect both residents and staff during the pandemic. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we enter this next phase of reopening.
OCEAN COUNTY PRESS RELEASE
Senior citizens living in Ocean County can find the programs and services that are available to them and their caregivers in the 2020 Resource Directory distributed by the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. Please visit the following link to obtain a copy of the Senior Services Resource Directory.
Attention Little Egg Harbor Small Businesses and Nonprofits:
DEADLINE TO APPLY IS TUESDAY JUNE 30th
Ocean County has partnered with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and contributed $10 million worth of federal CARES Act funds to the state’s Small Business Emergency Assistance Program guaranteeing funding specifically for COVID-19 impacted Ocean County Businesses.
Businesses and nonprofit organizations with up to 25 employees may apply. The funding will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
Businesses can apply for funding at https://forms.business.nj.gov/grant-2/
Attention all Little Egg restaurants: Pursuant to Governor Murphy’s Executive Order 150 any establishment wishing to have outside dining may do so after filling out the attached form. There is no fee or additional cost to apply. Your applications will be reviewed immediately. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Zoning Officer directly at 609-296-7241. See Permit Form Here.
The COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (CVERAP) provides temporary rental assistance to low- and moderate-income households that have had a substantial reduction in income or became unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The enrollment period is Monday, July 6, 2020, at 9:00 A.M. until Friday, July 10, 2020, at 5:00 P.M.. For more information please visit the following link: https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/dhcr/offices/cverap.html
Township Wide Dredging Permit Application – Army Corps of Engineers Public Notice
The Governing Body by Resolution #2020-104 does hereby institute a grace period to June 1, 2020 for the payment of second quarter property taxes for properties in the Township, in accordance with the provisions of Executive Order 130 (2020).
A Message from Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, Chairman of the Office of Senior Services: ANNOUNCEMENT
As seen throughout various locations in Little Egg Harbor, below is a flyer from Fulfill of Monmouth & Ocean Counties informing residents of accessible Food Bank necessities. The service provided will offer pick-up access to Food Bank meals within three (3) miles of your current zip code. Text “FINDFOOD” to (888)918-2729.
NJ Department of Health Information on COVID-19
The Department of Public Works is continuing to collect household Trash and Recycling on schedule; however, we have temporarily postponed zone pickup of bulk items until further notice. Residents who are in need of a Bulk or Brush pickup can call 609-296-3600 to schedule an individual pick up.
Get the facts – visit FEMA’s “Coronavirus Rumor Control” website to make sure you are getting the most accurate information regarding COVID-19.
https://www.fema.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control
For more information regarding the Governor’s Orders or COVID-19, please visit the State’s COVID-19 website: https://covid19.nj.gov/
OCEAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION
We want to remind all residents to please follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations and practice safe social distancing to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). If you are unable to stay home please remember to avoid close contact while you are out and to properly wash your hands as often as possible.
For more information regarding COVID-19, please visit the following websites:
Please be advised that Open Rec at the LEHT Community Center is postponed until further notice due to an abundance of caution regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/covid2019_community.shtml
LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT in accordance with the provisions of the “Open Public Meetings Law”, P.L. 1975, c.231, the Little Egg Harbor Township Committee hereby give notice that Township Committee meetings will be held on the following dates in the courtroom of the Little Egg Harbor Township Municipal Building at 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087. All meetings will commence at 7:00 pm except the months of June, July and August meetings will commence at 7:30 pm.
January 9
February 13
March 12
April 9
May 14
June 11
July 9
August 13
September 10
October 8
November 12
December 10
January 1, 2021
Official action may be taken.
Diana K. McCracken, RMC
Township Clerk
Little Egg Harbor Veterans’ Park Bench / Tree Donation Requests –In response to the Township’s numerous requests to donate a tree or bench at the newly constructed Veterans’ Park, we are sharing a site map and donation request form (click here).
The Township is offering a pilot program with a limited number (100) of 35 gallon recycling robo-cans at a first come, first serve basis for a discounted cost of $20 per can. If you wish to purchase a 35 gallon recycling robo-cans, please stop by the Township Clerk’s Office, located at 665 Radio Road, to complete the necessary form.
Little Egg Harbor Township
Government Energy Aggregation Information
Atlantic City Electric – Information to report a power outage
Atlantic City Electric Outage Map – www.atlanticcityelectric.com/outagemap
Atlantic City Electric Provides Tips to Help Ward off Scammers
Property Tax Look Ups and Tax Payments can now be made on-line.
Please visit the Tax Collector’s page under the Departments tab for details.
www.facebook.com/LittleEggHarborTownship
Any questions regarding this website can be directed to: kpowers@leht.com
Mayor & Committee
(609) 296-7241 ext 235
Township Administration
(609) 296-7241
Ext 220 or 235
Fax (609) 294-3040
Finance/CFO
(609)296-7241
Ext 226
Fax (609) 294-3040
Purchasing Agent
(609) 296-7241 Ext 223
Fax (609) 294-3040
Township Clerk (Registrar-Vital Statistics)
(609) 296-7241
Ext: 230, 231, 232 & 233
Fax (609) 296-5352
Tax Collector's Office
(609) 296-7241
Ext: 240, 241, 242 & 243
Fax (609) 296-8516
Tax Assessor's Office
(609) 296-7241
Ext: 244, 245, 246 & 247
Municipal Court
( Little Egg Harbor Township & Eagleswood Township )
(609) 296-7241
Ext: 300, 301, 302, 303 & 304
Fax (609) 294-1068
Construction Department
( Permits - Inspections )
(609) 294-9071
or
(609) 296-7241 Ext: 608, 609, 610 or 611
Fax (609) 294-9065
Zoning & Code Enforcement
( Property Maintenance Complaints - Variances )
- Zoning Officer
(609) 296-7241 Ext 616
- Code Enforcement Officer
(609) 296-7241 Ext 615
Human Resources
(609) 296-7241 Ext 224
Fax (609) 294-3040
Department of Public Works
(609) 296-3600
Fax (609) 294-0746
Police Department
( Non - Emergency )
(609) 296-3666
Community Center Information:
(609) 296-7241 Ext 235
Or email kpowers@leht.com
Senior Center
( Please contact the Township Clerk's Office )(609) 296-7241 Ext 235
FOOD BANK
Greater Tuckerton Ministerial Association, Inc.
( Adjacent to the Senior Center )
(609) 296-1345
HOURS: Monday thru Friday 2PM to 4PM
Animal Control Officer
(609) 296-0675
Municipal office hours of opertation are: 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday thru Friday, except scheduled holidays.
Where can I obtain information about bulk, metal, brush or leaf collection? What is my Trash & Recycling pick-up schedule? Where can I obtain a Financial Document? How & where do I pay a ticket?