ANNOUNCEMENTSA Message from the MayorI hope that everyone is doing well and adjusting to our new or at least current normal.
While not yet open to the public, please know that Borough Hall staff are working to conduct the business of running our Borough. Our Borough Council, Planning Board and Shade Tree Commission are conducting regular meetings via Zoom. Our DPW Department are working a regular schedule, with enhanced safety precautions. We have opened our park and tennis courts. The playground will remain closed until further notice. Please get outside when possible, but do keep at least 6 feet from others. Interlaken has 4 reported cases of COVID-19. In Monmouth County 48 new cases were reported yesterday bringing the total 8,301 positive cases. While restrictions begin to ease, please remember that the virus is still here and new cases are reported each day. Be careful. Wear your mask. Wash your hands every time you return home. You can read the most up to date information specific to New Jersey at the website below which also contains a COVID-19 Information Hub with information on local testing: https://nj.gov/ Please check on your neighbors. If you are a senior or someone with health or immune system issues, we have volunteers who are happy to shop for what you need. Just reach out to Borough Hall by phone or email and we will help. It's been a difficult adjustment, but there have also been some upsides as we all slowed down our daily schedules. Those of us with young kids have a whole new level of appreciation for teachers. It seems even more challenging now as we start to plan for life during this recovery phase. Please continue to stay safe and let us know if we can help in any way. - Michael J. Nohilly, Mayor Flags for Memorial DayThe Boy Scouts Troop 71 Oakhurst will be distributing flags in remembrance of our soldiers honorable service to our nation on Memorial Day. This year they wish to extend to recognition to those lost on the front line of the pandemic; first responders, healthcare professionals and loved ones lost to COVID-19. Flags provided by the Napoli Family.
May Bulk Pick Up - Tuesday, May 26th, 2020Please note any time a holiday falls on a Monday with a scheduled bulk pick up, DPW will pick up bulk items the next day (Tuesday). Bulk pick up for May 2020 will be Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
Interlaken Borough Council Meeting 5/20/2020NOTICE 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 change the venue of the May 20, 2020, 7:00PM meeting. The meeting previously scheduled to take place at Borough Hall, 100 Grasmere Avenue, Interlaken, will now take place virtual/remotely through a web-meeting video conference communication.
Interlaken Borough Council Meeting Time: May 20, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting via computer: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6040652929 Meeting ID: 604 065 2929 One tap mobile +19292056099,,6040652929# US (New York) +13017158592,,6040652929# US (Germantown) Dial-In: +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) Meeting ID: 604 065 2929 (no password required) Interlaken Shade Tree Commission Meeting 5/12/20PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Interlaken Shade Tree Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday May 12, 2020 will now be held via Zoom. Due to the pandemic and the State social distancing requirements, this meeting will now be held via electronic communications as allowed under the Governor's Executive Order 107. The meeting is open to the public.
Interlaken Borough Council Meeting Time: Apr 23, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting via computer or smart phone: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4573461039 Meeting ID: 457 346 1039 Join Zoom Meeting via telephone: +1 646 876 9923 Meeting ID: 457 346 1039 Coronavirus (COVID-19) UpdateProactive 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. 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:
Please see the attached Ordinance file for all the changes and new guidelines. 
2020 DOG LICENSESAll 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. 
JCP&L VEGETATION REMOVALAs important part of providing reliable electric service for Interlaken, JCP&L will be conducting tree trimming to prevent outages and related energy problems. JCP&L is contracted with Davey Tree Service to conduct the trimming. If your property will be effected by this, you will be notified with a green or orange door hanger. Follow the instructions on the card for answers to questions or concerns.
POLICE CONDUCT TRAFFIC STUDY ON GRASMERE AVENUEThe Deal Police Department have concluded a recent traffic study on Grasmere Avenue in the half mile vicinity of the intersection of Westra Street. The Department conducts randomized studies periodically at various locations to collect data and assess the safety of the increased vehicular traffic driving through the Borough, particularly during the summer months.
The study was conducted from 8/23 through 9/02 and included the Labor Day Weekend. Vehicle type and speed were recorded 24 hours per day during this period. There were a total of 40,858 vehicles recorded over the 11-day study with an average daily total of 3,891 vehicles. The average speed for all vehicles was 25.2 MPH during the study. Using the 85th percentile statistical metric, there were a total of 34,728 vehicles and the average speed was 29 MPH.
RECYCLING MAY NOT BE PLACED IN PLASTIC BAGSItems 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.
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.
INTERLAKEN AIR SHOW HISTORYPlease 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.
Click Here for more information NOISE ORDINANCEPlease 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. YOGA CLASSES AT BOROUGH HALLSaturdays: 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 SOLICITORSPlease 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.
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The link to find all current municipal ordinances and land use laws can be found here. ecode360.com/35522826 | ||||||||
Borough of Interlaken
100 Grasmere Avenue
Interlaken, New Jersey 07712
(732) 531-7405
(732) 531-7099- Fax
100 Grasmere Avenue
Interlaken, New Jersey 07712
(732) 531-7405
(732) 531-7099- Fax
