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Building a Fence? Know Your ROW

A permit is required prior to installation of fences. Front property lines can be up to several feet in from the sidewalk – this area is known as the public Right of Way (ROW). Fences, walls and other secured structures are prohibited from being in the RO...

City of Asbury Park Photo Contest! Deadline 10/31

The City of Asbury Park is looking for submissions of recent photos for inclusion in our annual calendar. Send your best Asbury Park photos from all around the City—we’re looking for shots of beautiful parks, the boardwalk and beach, g...

Vote for the City of Asbury Park in the Kiwanis International Legacy of Play Grant Contest!

A message from APFD: Are You Prepared in Case of an Emergency?

The APFD encourages all residents to take the time now to plan and prepare so you and your families are ready in case of an emergency. 

Create your family emergency communication plan: https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2021-04/family-emerg...

City of Asbury Park Fall Fun Day, Saturday 10/8 from 1pm to 4pm in Sunset Park

City of Asbury Park Fall Fun DaySaturday, October 8 1PM-4PM Sunset Park at Main Street

Join the City of Asbury Park for a Fall Fun Day and enjoy free food, giveaways and children’s activities. Asbury Park Fire Department will ho...

Asbury Park Community Festival, Saturday, 10/1 from 11am to 4pm Springwood Park

Join the City of Asbury Park’s Quality of Life Committee, in partnership with Monmouth County Meets Needs, for a family-friendly event featuring health screenings, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and more!

Read on...

Lead-Safe Certification for Rentals Required by NJ State Law

Every rental dwelling built before 1978 is required to have a current Lead-Safe Certificate at rental tenant turnover by NJ State Law. Dwellings with 3 or more units that have passed their last two Bureau of Housing inspections are exempt, as are seasonal...

Join Us for Coffee with a Councilperson on Saturday, 10/1

Join Councilpersons Eileen Chapman and Jesse Kendle on Saturday, 10/1 at 10am for Coffee with a Councilperson. The event at Cameo Love Market (1213 Main Street) will give residents the chance to get to know their elected officials, learn about City servic...

Check out the Fall 2022 Newsletter and stay up-to-date on the latest from the City of Asbury Park!

Check out the Fall 2022 Newsletter and stay up-to-date on the latest from the City of Asbury Park!

The newsletter was mailed to every residence and business in the City. For delivery issues, please contact the Asbury Park Post Office directly at 732-775-06...

City-Wide Lake & Park Clean Up Saturday, 10/8 from 10am to 12pm, Sunset Lake & Park, Wesley Lake

City-Wide Lake & Park Clean UpSaturday, 10/810am to 12pm Sunset Lake & Park, Wesley Lake

Join the Sunset Lake Commission, the Sunset Lake Park Conservancy, the Wesley Lake Commission, the Citizens and Friends of Wesley Lake, the Environmen...

Mayor's Wellness Committee Monthly Fitness Challenge 10/1 at 10am Library Square Park

Saturday, 10/1 at 10am in Library Square Park 

The City of Asbury Park’s Mayor’s Wellness Committee will be hosting monthly Mayor’s Fitness Challenges through December. The free, one-hour fitness challenges will take place on the first Saturday of...

Food Drive Drop Box at Asbury Park City Hall this September

Join the City of Asbury Park as we support Assemblywomen Marilyn Piperno & Kim Eulner and The Jersey Shore Dream Center (JSDC) in an effort to help combat hunger and food insecurity in our community.  

Donate canned foods and non-perishable it...

New EV Charging Location Springwood Ave at Union Ave & 50% off EV Charging from Greenspot

Greenspot and the City of Asbury Park are now offering Electric Vehicle Charging in the Central Business District, Waterfront, and Springwood Avenue corridor. Check out the newest charging location on Springwood Avenue at Union Avenue or visit the locatio...

Safety Tips from APFD: Hurricane Preparedness

A message from the Asbury Park Fire Department: Hurricane Preparedness

September is the most active month of hurricane season. As with any weather-related emergency, residents are urged to take steps now to ensure that their homes and families are prepared...

Attention Asbury Park Seniors – Get Help Claiming Your Property

You may be entitled to money that is being safeguarded by the State of New Jersey.

The State of New Jersey’s Unclaimed Property Administration (UPA) recovers and records abandoned or lost property with the goal of returning it to the rightful own...

Artists Selected for Second City Mural Project

City of Asbury Park Public Arts Commission, in Partnership with the Asbury Park Arts Council,  Announces Artists Selected for Second City Mural Project

8/8/22, Asbury Park, NJ – The City of Asbury Park Public Arts Commission, in partners...

Free Produce - City of Asbury Park Community Farm Stand - Saturdays 9am to 11am

City of Asbury Park Community Farm Stand Pick Up FREE, fresh produce from June through September on Saturdays* from 9am to 11am while supplies last. *Rain date Sundays. Enjoy a variety of produce such as okra tomatoes, eggplant, beets, cabbage, s...

A message from Asbury Park Police Department Re: Fireworks

From the Office of the Chief of Police: The Asbury Park Police Department is aware of the increase in firework complaints throughout the City. This issue is not unique to Asbury Park and is plaguing communities throughout the country. However, th...

Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office HOPE One Mobile Substance Abuse Outreach Vehicle in Asbury Park

 Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Partners with City of Asbury Park Social Services to Bring HOPE One Mobile Substance Abuse Outreach Vehicle to Asbury Park

7/11/22, Asbury Park, NJ – The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Off...

City of Asbury Park 2021 Annual Report

To view the City of Asbury Park's 2021 Annual Report, click here.

Covid-19 Ratepayer Relief Measures

IMPORTANT MESSAGE: COVID-19 RATEPAYER RELIEF MEASURES

This notice announces relief measures for residential ratepayers experiencing economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please review this message in its entirety. For more information, please go ...

NJ Safe Passing Law

On March 1, the New Jersey Safe Passing Law went into effect, which requires drivers to use “due caution” whenever they see vulnerable people on the road. The new law provides clear rules for all motorists about when and how to pass pe...

City of Asbury Park 2022 Municipal Calendar

Due to a national paper shortage, the 2022 City of Asbury Park Municipal Calendar was delayed this year. Copies were mailed out earlier this week to every residence and business in Asbury Park. For delivery issues, please contact the Asbury Park Post Offi...

NJ Ban on Plastic Take Out Containers, Ban on Single-Use Bags, & Plastic Straws By-Request-Only

State of New Jersey Ban on Polystyrene Foam Food Service Products, Ban on Single-Use Carryout Bags, and Plastic Straws By-Request-Only 

Starting May 4, 2022:

• The State of New Jersey’s ban on polystyrene foam take out containers begins.
• New ...

Current Asbury Park Area Covid-19 Testing and Vaccine/Booster Information

Click here for the most current Asbury Park Area Covid-19 Testing and Vaccine/Booster Information

SDL Citizen - Engage with the City of Asbury Park anywhere. Anytime.

Connect with the City of Asbury Park on your mobile device! 

Download SDL Citizen, a free mobile app where the public can submit requests and access information 24/7. Create your account today and conveniently access public data, search property i...

"Flushable" Wipes are not Flushable and Other Important Info from the AP Sewer Department

With the increased use of wipes (“flushable”, wet, baby, anti-bacterial, disinfectant) and paper towels, we remind all residents to PLEASE put these items in the TRASH and DO NOT FLUSH them down the toilet!

Do your part to help prevent ...

Looking for a Job? Looking to Hire?

The City of Asbury Park’s Workforce Development program is dedicated to supporting workforce and economic development by connecting Asbury Park residents to jobs and ensuring that employers have the skilled workers they need to grow, co...

Are You a Tradesperson Living in Asbury Park? Sign Up Now for the Asbury Park Works Program!

The Asbury Park Works program aims to promote the hiring of local tradespeople by area developers.

Qualified tradespeople (such as carpenters, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, etc.), as well as apprentice-level trainees, living in the Asbury Park ...

Attention Dog Owners: Asbury Park Dog Beach & Boardwalk Information

Dog Regulations

Please remember, dogs are not permitted on any portion of Asbury Park Beaches other than the Asbury Park Dog Beach at any time. See below for Asbury Park Dog Beach hours.

From September 15 through May 15  Dogs in Asbury Par...