ANNOUNCEMENTSA Message from the MayorWe are very much aware of the increased traffic driving through the Borough as seasonal residents have arrived for the summer, likely in even higher numbers. The Deal Police have comprehensive plans to control speeding and traffic violations, help protect crosswalks and continue to keep residents safe.
Please continue to take the recommended COVID-19 precautions to protect yourself and others. Our safety relies on everyone doing their part to control spread. 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. Please get outside and enjoy the summer, but do keep at least 6 feet from others. Interlaken has 4 reported cases of COVID-19. In Monmouth County 36 new cases were reported yesterday bringing the total 9,457 positive cases and sadly 717 people have died this year from the virus in our County. While restrictions begin to ease, please remember that the virus is still here and new cases are reported eeach day. Be careful. Wear your mask in public spaces. 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/ Stay safe! - Michael J. Nohilly, Mayor Primary Election Information July 7, 2020All Monmouth County voters are being asked to seek July 7, 2020 Primary Election information at the following website hosted by the Monmouth County Clerk's Office.
https://www.monmouthcountyvotes.com/
This site is being updated daily with important and factual information for all Monmouth County voters.
Monmouth County voters may also contact the Monmouth County Clerk's Office of Elections at (732) 431-7790. Public hearing for amendments to the Overnight Parking Ordinance June 17, 2020, 7:30 pmOrdinance 2020-2 was introduced on May 20. 2020 with public hearing being set of June 17, 2020.
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. 
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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Dates to RememberPay 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. Municipal Code
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
