🚨 TOMS RIVER TAXPAYER LAND IS ON THE LINE – AND THE PUBLIC SHOULD BE PAYING ATTENTION On the April 8, 2026 Council Agenda, Item #7 is a FINAL READING of an ordinance to designate Block 171, Lots 23 & 42 for an Affordable Housing Overlay Zone Let’s be very clear about what this means: […]
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Judge Gertner has Issued a Decision on Toms River’s Affordable Housing Obligations
A major court decision was issued on March 27, 2026 regarding Toms River’s affordable housing obligations—and here’s what it means in plain English: 🔹 The Judge’s DecisionThe Court found that Toms River’s current housing plan is NOT compliant with New Jersey’s affordable housing (Mount Laurel) requirements. However, the Court recognized the Township is making progress […]
Toms River Update: What Just Happened – and What Comes Next
After missing the March 15, 2026 deadline to adopt required housing ordinances, Toms River has now taken the next legal step — filing a formal motion to extend its temporary immunity from builder’s remedy lawsuits. As outlined in Meridia’s March 24 letter to the Court, the Township did not meet its obligations under its settlement […]
Judge Sean Gertner Rules Against Rodrick’s Rules of Chaos – The Court Invalidated the Township’s Ordinance to Repeal the Downtown Redevelopment
Daniel Rodrick’s #1 campaign promise from 2023 has been CRUSHED by the Courts, as HIS actions were determined to be unlawful. The entire outcome is below and the Press Release was printed this morning, but here is a quick summary: Here is a clear and concise Facebook post you can use: WINNERS & LOSERS IN […]
What is Going on at the Toms River Board of Education
Reports out of the Toms River Board of Education meeting for Wednesday, February 17, 2026 is that Paolo Pascarella is out and Marisa Matarazzo has filed suit against the Board with Donald Burke as her attorney…yes, the same Donald Burke who represents Daniel Rodrick against all foes! Our understanding is that Pascarella has an issue […]
Another Lawsuit Against Toms River and Daniel Rodrick:
Lawsuit Filed Over Termination of Toms River Construction Official A lawsuit has been filed in Ocean County Superior Court by Benjamin Silkowitz, the former Municipal Construction Official for the Township of Toms River . The defendants named in the suit are: Silkowitz claims he was unlawfully terminated from his position on February 2, 2026, without […]
A Follow Up To Daniel Rodrick’s Claims About the Proposed Park at Clifton Avenue and 3 Other Properties in Toms River
What happened to the asbestos from the Clifton Avenue demolition site? Rodrick’s response: “Asbestos is approved to go to the Ocean County Landfill… it’s supposed to be wetted and transported for disposal by a licensed expert.” But then why were Toms River Public Works employees directed to do the demolition and removal instead of a […]
Daniel Rodrick Should Say “Thank You” To Toms River for FREE Benefits
Daniel Rodrick has made it a point to go after Commissioners on the Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority (TRMUA) and others from the former Administration for “taking, taking, taking” from Toms River Taxpayers, but he must not look at his paystub. Daniel Rodrick “feeds” Phil Stilton and Shore News Media Network about $4,000/month, without a […]
Daniel Rodrick Continues to Not Care About Public Safety in Toms River
This past weekend, especially with the weather, there were a lot of automobile accidents and additional health events that required response by Toms River EMS. Daniel Rodrick came into office with a bang in 2024, cutting Toms River Police Department positions and stating he is going to reduce EMS response time and put more “boots […]
The Facts on the Investigation of Lynn O’Toole, President of Holiday City Organization
On January 22, 2025 an investigation was initiated into the Holiday City Organization Phase II regarding theft of Homeowners Association funds by the Executive Board. The investigation was undertaken by the Ocean County Prosecutors Office and through the investigation it was discovered that Lynn O’Toole is the President of the Homeowner’s Association; Lynn O’Toole is […]