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Welcome to the Borough of Interlaken

Interlaken is a small, quiet residential community of homes ranging from Victorian-era cottages to present day architectural styles and everything in-between.  The Borough is a vibrant and diverse community surrounded by the Deal Lake and situated close to the Atlantic Ocean.

The Arbor Day Foundation has awarded Interlaken the Tree City USA designation for 30 years underscoring the importance of our beautiful tree canopy to our residents.

Our students attend school in West Long Branch.

ANNOUNCEMENTS


Monmouth County Free Covid Testing Sites for January & February 2021

Please see the flyer distributed by Monmouth County with a current list of Free Covid Testing locations and dates. 
Free Covid Testing Poster
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Interlaken Borough Council Meeting
January 20th, 7:30 pm

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4 et. seq., the Open Public Meetings Act, and Governor’s Issuance of Executive Order 107, the Interlaken Borough Council will meet remotely through a web-meeting video conference communication.

​Topic: Interlaken Borough Council Meeting
Time: Jan 20, 2021 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)


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Interlaken Shade Tree Commission Meeting
January 12, 2021, 7:00 pm

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to N.J.S.A. 10:4 et. seq., the Open Public Meetings Act, and Governor’s Issuance of Executive Order 107, the Interlaken Shade Tree Commission will meet remotely through a web-meeting video conference communication.

Topic: Interlaken Shade Tree Commission Meeting
Time: Jan 12, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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New Overnight Parking Ordinance takes effect July 1st, 2020 

​In accordance with Interlaken Ordinance No. 2020-2, the Deal Police Department has begun to use an online registration system that enables residents to submit requests for overnight parking.
This online submission form will allow residents to provide accurate information including vehicle descriptors, vehicle registration, vehicle location, and resident contact information. This information will then be available to officers during their patrol. The system will make the process of overnight parking easier and more convenient for residents.
Ordinance No. 2020-2 prohibits on-street parking for both sides of all streets between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. During the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., residents are prohibited from on-street parking on the north side of Bridlemere Avenue along the area contiguous to the borough recreational field.
Residents must meet the following requirements prior to submitting an overnight parking request:
  • The vehicle must be legally parked.
  • Information provided on the form must be accurate.
  • No more than six (6) nightly requests per calendar month. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in an issuance of a summons. In the event of snowfall, extreme weather events, or other emergent situations, all parking permissions may be denied and previously approved parking permissions may be revoked.
​dealpolice.org/services/#interlakenovernightparking

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

Proactive steps are being taken by the Borough to address the COVID-19 virus pandemic.  In order to minimize exposure for employees and to ensure continuity of municipal services, Interlaken Borough Hall will remain CLOSED to the public until further notice. 

Our Borough Office will continue to operate and will be responsive to resident needs through phone and online communications. 
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Have general questions about COVID-19?
The NJ Poison Control Center and 211 have partnered with the State to provide information to the public on COVID-19:
Call: 2-1-1
Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
Visit https://covid19.nj.gov/ or nj.gov/health for additional information

NEW TREE ORDINANCE - 2019 - 7  "PROTECTION OF TREES"

As of January 9, 2020 the newly adopted Tree Preservation Ordinance is in effect. The new ordinance is in place to prevent indiscriminate, uncontrolled, and excessive destruction, removal, and clear cutting of trees upon lots and tracts of land within the Borough of Interlaken in order to maintain the aesthetic character, prevent erosion, and control actions that will substantially change drainage patterns, and restrict actions that will cause a hazard to persons and property. 

Please make yourself aware of some of the changes that include:
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  • Permits for the removal of a heritage tree (any tree with a circumference of 40 inches or more) should only be made for compelling reasons based on the totality of the circumstances. Heritage tree removal seriously impacts the Borough. With this in mind, there is a formal review of each situation regarding the request to remove the Borough's large, older trees. 
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  • Heritage trees requiring removal for construction projects will require a mitigation plan that must be submitted for the replacement of these trees.  Heritage trees will need to be replaced by planting a tree of 3" and 3 1/2" caliper with a similar mature height.

  • Increased penalties for removing a tree without a tree permit. 
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Please see the attached Ordinance file for all the changes and new guidelines. 
Tree Preservation Ordinance
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2020 DOG LICENSES 

All dogs in the Borough of Interlaken are required to be licensed. The fee for a license of a spayed/neutered dog is $10.00 and for a non-spayed/neutered dog is $15.00. This fee is in effect until February 28, 2020 after which a late fee of $8.00 will added as per Borough Ordinance. 

State of New Jeresey Rabies Vaccination Requirement under NJSA 4:19-15-3a requires the duration of the immunity to extend throughout the first 10 months of the 12 month licensing period. If your dog's vaccination expires on or before October 31 of the licensing year, a license cannot be issued until the dog receives a new vaccination. Proof of vaccination MUST accompany the renewal paperwork. 

You may use this form for renewal by mail, please send a proof of rabies vaccination through October 31, 2020 with all appropriate documentation and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.  
2020 Dog License Application
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RECYCLING MAY NOT BE PLACED IN PLASTIC BAGS

Items for recycling must be placed loose in the recycling can. Recycling MUST NOT be contained in plastic trash bags. The Borough cannot collect or drop recycling at the County Center if there are plastic bags contained in the recycling can.

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DPW staff will not collect your recycling if there are plastic bags present.  You can review the Recycling Guide below to find recycling resources for products that our County Recycling Center does not process. 
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INTERLAKEN AIR SHOW HISTORY

​Please enjoy a historical video documenting the 1910 Air Show that took place in Interlaken. Please take the time to listen to the Interlaken Historian, Bob Waitt, share the very interesting and educational information about the event, the Wright Brothers attendance and Interlaken's contribution to Kitty Hawk.
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NOISE ORDINANCE

​Please remember that the Borough has a Noise Ordinance which prohibits the use of ALL motorized equipment, whether electric or gasoline powered, such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, chain saws, etc. on Sundays, unless in the case of emergency or urgent necessity to public health and safety.

The Monday thru Saturday reference in the ordinance allows noise between 8 am to 8 pm. The ordinance applies to residents and contractors.  

Your cooperation is  appreciated.​

POOPER SCOOPER REQUIREMENT

​As a courtesy to your neighbors, please remember to clean up after your dogs.  Pet owners walking their dogs must be able to provide visible proof that they are prepared to be able to clean up after their pets by carrying bags or a disposal device.

​Any person who violates or refuses to comply with any part of subsections 5-3.1 through 5-3.4 and 5-3.9 shall be subject to a fine of not less than twenty-five ($25.00) dollars for each offense and not more than five hundred ($500.00) dollars for each such offense at the discretion of the Court.
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YOGA CLASSES AT BOROUGH HALL

Saturdays: 8:30 am - 9:30 am
$10 per person, per class
All levels are welcome
Please bring a mat

Gentle Senior Yoga
Tuesdays: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Tuesdays: 4:30 pm -   5:30 pm

​$10.00 per person, per class
All levels are welcome
Please bring a mat


SOLICITORS

Please be aware that anyone soliciting in the Borough of Interlaken is required to obtain a permit. A copy of the issued permit must be carried with them at all times. There are exceptions for lawful and recognized religious, charitable, educational and political organizations as well as Volunteer Fire and First Aid Departments. Even in this case, these organizations are required to notify the Police Department in writing. If a solicitor does not have a permit or a resident feels suspicious of the person coming to their door, please notify the Police Department.

Dates to Remember


Pay Property Taxes Online
Use this convenient feature to check your account status and pay property taxes online using direct debit from a checking account or a credit card. CLICK HERE

Interested in having an Automated Direct Debit for property tax payments each quarter? 
​CLICK HERE to download the form and return to the Borough Office.
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Municipal Code

The link to find all current municipal ordinances and land use laws can be found here. 

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Borough of Interlaken
100 Grasmere Avenue
Interlaken, New Jersey 07712
(732) 531-7405 
(732) 531-7099- Fax 

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