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The project includes road reconstruction, sanitary upgrades, drainage work and coastal access improvements spanning First Avenue and Riverside Drive.

MANASQUAN, NJ - At the December 15th Manasquan Borough Council meeting, the governing body advanced a major infrastructure project aimed at improving roadway safety, drainage, utilities, and beach access by awarding a $2.5 million construction contract for First Avenue Phase III and Riverside Drive. This project is one of several major infrastructure projects scheduled to begin in 2026,

The work is designed to address long-standing infrastructure needs along one of the borough’s most heavily traveled coastal corridors, benefiting both year-round residents and seasonal visitors. Planned improvements include roadway reconstruction, stormwater and drainage upgrades to reduce flooding, potential sanitary and water system improvements, and enhancements to pedestrian and beach access areas.

At the December 1st meeting, Mayor Mangan highlighted, “We've discussed the bids to be awarded, but for public edification, we have not finalized the design of what we'll call the pedestrian area/end of Riverside. That design is yet to come, especially with much work we need to undertake below ground, which includes significant sanitary and water improvements.”

To move the project forward, the council approved Resolution 341-2025, awarding the contract to S. Brothers Inc. following a competitive bidding process. Three bids were received, and borough officials determined that S. Brothers submitted the lowest qualifying bid and met all project requirements. The total contract amount is $2,525,174.30.

The contract award followed earlier funding actions by the governing body. Council members had previously introduced Ordinance 2574-25, which provided $1.475 million in supplemental funding through bonding. That funding supplemented $1.725 million approved earlier in the year, bringing the total estimated cost of the First Avenue Phase III and Riverside Drive project to approximately $3.2 million.

With funding and the contract in place, the borough cleared the way for improvements along First Avenue from Whiting Avenue to Riverside Drive, as well as the full length of Riverside Drive. The scope of work includes full roadway reconstruction, stormwater and drainage upgrades, sanitary and water system improvements where required, and enhancements to pedestrian routes and beachfront access, along with related engineering and construction costs.

According to Business Administrator Rich Read, “There is no plan to change the building at the end of the boardwalk to anything other than bathrooms. The current plan includes adding three showers off the back of the building for the surfers and beachgoers.”

Borough officials said the supplemental funding was needed due to rising construction costs, expanded project scope, and updated engineering assessments. Part of the project was supported by a $209,528 grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation, which helped offset borrowing.

Borough Engineer Joe Rafferty said earlier that initial construction would focus on underground utility work during the winter months, with concrete and hardscaping scheduled for warmer weather. Mayor Mangin previously noted that pedestrian walkway designs near the dead end of Riverside Drive were still being finalized due to the scale of planned sanitary and water system improvements in that area.

Officials emphasized that the First Avenue and Riverside Drive project is part of a broader slate of infrastructure upgrades beginning in 2026, as Manasquan continues to invest in stormwater management, roadway reconstruction, and public access improvements. The project was described as a cornerstone of the borough’s long-term capital plan due to the area’s heavy use, coastal exposure, and long-standing infrastructure needs.

Final adoption of the supplemental funding ordinance was expected at an upcoming council meeting.

With environmental remediation now funded, Manasquan and Monmouth County move closer to breaking ground on the long-awaited Broad–Main–South Street roundabout project.

MANASQUAN, NJ - Manasquan’s long-awaited effort to transform one of its most dangerous intersections is taking another major step forward — this time, below the surface. The Borough has been awarded a $144,070 state grant through the Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation Fund (HDSRF) to support environmental investigation and cleanup at the former Sullivan property, the future site of the Broad–Main–South Street roundabout project.

A safer Intersection, Decades in the Making: For more than 20 years, residents have voiced frustration — and concern — over the hazardous intersection where Broad Street, South Street, and Main Street converge. Known for gridlock, close calls, and even a fatal pedestrian crash, the area has been a top safety priority for both the Borough and Monmouth County.

In June, the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners unveiled detailed plans for a modern one-lane roundabout designed to improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance walkability in the heart of Manasquan. The County committed to fully fund the design and construction, with work expected to begin in late summer 2026 following environmental remediation and permitting.

That project became possible after the Borough and County jointly acquired the Sullivan property, located adjacent to the intersection — land that opened the door for a long-overdue redesign but also triggered the need for environmental cleanup due to its historical use as a gas station site.

Environmental Work Begins: To prepare the property for construction, Manasquan applied for state remediation funding — and was awarded $144,070.63 to cover investigative and cleanup work. The Borough Council formally accepted the grant this month under Resolution 315-2025, incorporating the funds into its 2025 operating budget and authorizing immediate use for qualified environmental work.

According to Business Administrator Rich Read, the grant directly supports the town’s readiness for the roundabout build-out: “The grant complements our funding of the remediation efforts at the Sullivan property before we can begin the roundabout planned on Broad and Main. This NJ State grant allows us to move the funds into our budget and continue the cleanup process. Once the remediation is complete and the project officially closed, the town and Monmouth County can move forward with the construction phase, tentatively targeted for late summer 2026.”

What the Grant Covers: The HDSRF program, jointly managed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), provides municipalities with financial assistance to identify and remediate contaminated or potentially contaminated properties — often former gas stations, industrial parcels, or vacant lots.

While the resolution does not explicitly name the Sullivan site, Read confirmed the funding is tied to that specific property. The work will include soil and groundwater testing, environmental assessments, and any required cleanup before redevelopment proceeds.

The Road Ahead: With the environmental phase now funded and underway, Borough officials expect remediation to conclude in time for the County’s 2026 construction schedule. The finished project will deliver a safer, greener, and more efficient intersection — a long-promised improvement that residents have awaited for decades.

The New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers), in conjunction with the George Dean Callas Family, announced that Julie Olters of Point Pleasant is the recipient of the 6th Annual Constantine G. Callas Progressive Educational & Work Ethic Memorial Scholarship. Olters is a marketing and communications coordinator at Manasquan Bank.

Retired NJBankers associate member George Callas is sponsoring the scholarship in memory of his beloved father, who was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and belief in making a better life through education.

The $2,000 scholarship was open to all employees of New Jersey financial institutions who are committed to continuing education in the field of finance and whose financial institution is a member of the New Jersey Bankers Association.

“I am pleased to announce that I have chosen Julie Olters as the recipient of this year’s Constantine G. Callas Progressive Educational & Work Ethic Memorial Scholarship,” said Callas.

“Julie demonstrates maturity, attention to detail, focus and professional determination, which is how she approaches her career and desire to progress within her employment at Manasquan Bank. I am confident she will reach her goals and effectively use the resources available to her to meet her objectives and be a major contributor to the growth of the bank.”

Since joining Manasquan Bank in 2019, Olters has built her career within the human resources team and is transitioning into the role of marketing & communications coordinator. She earned her B.A. from Rowan University and is on track to complete her M.A. in organizational leadership at Rider University in December 2025.

Olters is also a 2023 NJBankers Rising Star Award recipient and holds the Certified Professional designation from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

“This award is a reminder that every step forward, no matter how small, is worth it, and that believing in yourself can open doors you never expected,” said Olters.