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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mailing address for municipal government offices and departments in Little Egg Harbor Township?

Little Egg Harbor Township
Administrative Justice Complex
665 Radio Road
Little Egg Harbor, N.J. 08087

Who are the Township Committee members?

Ray Gormley, Arthur R. Midgley, John Kehm Jr., Eugene Kobryn

Is the mayor an elected position?

The mayor in Little Egg Harbor Township is chosen annually by the Township Committee from among the Committee’s five members. Under this form of government the Mayor is not elected directly by the citizens.

When does the Township Committee hold public meetings?

The Township Committee meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 8:00 p.m. in the courtroom at the Administrative Justice Complex, 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor Township. The Township meetings are open to the public.

What holidays are recognized as official holidays?

The following days are official municipal holidays and in most cases municipal government offices are closed (excepting Police, Volunteer Fire and Volunteer EMS): New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Lincoln’s Birthday, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Primary Election Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, General Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

What are the office hours for municipal offices:
General office hours Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Public Works Department: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

How big is Little Egg Harbor Township?

The Township of Little Egg Harbor is approximately 49.5 square miles with approximately 19,334 residents according to the 2004 Census. The 2010 Census nunbers will be noted soon.

What is the zip code?

The zip code for all of Little Egg Harbor Township is 08087.

Are Mystic Island, Parkertown, Osborn Island, Nugentown, and West Tuckerton separate towns?

No. These areas are geographical sections of Little Egg Harbor Township but they are, in fact, sections of the same municipality legally known and organized as the Township of Little Egg Harbor. Residents should not use the geographical location of their residences in their mailing addresses. Likewise, businesses should identify themselves as operating in Little Egg Harbor Township.

Is Tuckerton a separate town?

Yes. Tuckerton Borough is a separate town and operates under a separately organized municipal government.

What are the emergency telephone numbers for this area?

Police/Fire/EMS 911 Non Emergency: (609)296-3666

What is the area code for this area?

Area code 609

How do I register to vote?

You can complete a voter registration form in the Municipal Clerk’s Office,located at 665 Radio Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, or you can request that a form be mailed to you by calling the clerk's office at (609) 296-7241 ext. 230.

How do I contact Pinelands Regional School District?

Pinelands Regional School District,
520 Nugentown Road,
P.O. Box 248,
Little Egg Harbor, N.J. 08087-0248
Telephone: 609-3106 and Fax: 609-294-9519

How do I contact Little Egg Harbor Township School District?

Little Egg Harbor Township School District,
307 Frog Pond Road,
Little Egg Harbor, N.J. 08087
Telephone: 609-296-3295 and Fax: 609-296-3225

How do I obtain information about trash collection and recycling?

You can call 609-296-3600 or visit the web pages of the Public Works Department and view FAQs, collection schedules, and other valuable and time saving information.

How do I obtain a police report?

You must complete a Public Records Request form. Please do not call 911 to obtain police reports. The form is available at our website for downloading in Adobe PDF format.

How do I contact the Animal Control Officer?

Please call Animal Control Services at 609-296-0675.

How do I report a dead deer for removal?

Please contact the Municipal Clerk’s office(609-296-7241 ext. 232) to report dead deer during regular business hours. On weekends, holidays and after regular business hours please call the non-emergency Police Department telephone number (609-296-3666) to make your report.

Do I need a permit for construction of a deck, shed, pool or addition to my house?

Yes. Please visit the web pages of the Zoning Office for more information.

Who are the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders?

The address of the Board of Chosen Freeholders is Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, N.J. 08754. The telephone number is (732) 929-2005 and the fax number is (732) 505-1918. The website is http://www.co.ocean.nj.us

John P. Kelly, Freeholder Director of Law and Public Safety
James F. Lacey, Freeholder Director of Transportation
John C. Bartlett, Freeholder Deputy Director and Director of Department of Finance, Parks and Recreation
Gerry P. Little, Freeholder Director of Human Services
Joseph H. Vicari, Freeholder Director and Director of Public Works, Senior Services

Who is our County Clerk?
Acting County Clerk Scott M. Colabella: 118 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ -P.O. Box 2191.

Who is the Ocean County Sheriff?
County Sheriff William L. Polhemus,
Undersheriff Wayne R. Rupert, Office of the Sheriff Department, Justice Complex, 120 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08754
P.O. Box 2191.

Who is the Ocean County Surrogate?
County Surrogate Jeffrey W, Moran, 118 Washington Avenue, Toms River -P.O. Box 2191.

Who is my State Senator?

Christopher J. Connors, [R] -9th Legislative district.

Senator Connors' address is Clock Tower Building, 620 W. Lacey Road, Forked River, N.J. 08731. His telephone number is (609) 693-6700 and his fax number is (609) 693-2469.

Who are my General Assembly representatives?

Brian E. Rumpf (R)9th District - Di Anne C. Gove R-9th. District

Their address is Clock Tower Building, 620 W. Lacey Road, Forked River, N.J. 08731. Their telephone number is (609) 693-6700 and their fax number is (609) 693-2469.

Who is my Congressional representative?

John Adler D-3rd. District) 1223 Longworth HOB, Washington, D.C. 20515
(202)225-4765
District Office: 247 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
(732)608-7235 Fax: (732)608-7268
District 3 includes: Barnegat, Barnegat Light, Beach Haven, Beachwood, Berkeley, Dover Township, Eagleswood, Harvey Cedars, Island Heights, Lacey, Lavallette, Little Egg Harbor, Long Beach, Ocean gate, Ocean Township, Pine Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park, Ship Bottom, South Toms River, Stafford, Surf City, Tuckerton.

Christopher H. Smith represents New Jersey's 4th. congressional district. His Ocean County legislative office address is 108 Lacey Road, Suite 38A, Whiting, NJ 08759. His telephone number is (732)350-2300 Fax: (732)350-6260.
District 4 includes: Bay Head, Brick, Jackson, Lakehurst, Lakewood, Manchester, Mantoloking, Plumsted, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach.

Who are the Federal Elected Officials
United States Senators representing New Jersey?


Frank R. Lautenberg - His New Jersey office address is 1 Gateway Center, 11th. Floor Newark, NJ 07102. His office telephone is (973) 645-3030.

Robert Menendez - His New Jersey office address is:
1 Gateway Center, 11th. Floor Newark, NJ 07102
Telephone: (973)645-3030 Fax: (856)546-1526

Who is the Governor of the State of New Jersey?

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R) His office address is The State House, P.O. Box 001, Trenton, N.J. 08625-0001. (609)292-6000
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