Full Notification

April 10^th, 2020 

The Ocean Township Office of Emergency Management continues to work with the Ocean Township Police Department, Waretown First Aid Squad, Waretown Fire Company and the Township of Ocean Committee along with officials from the county, state, health department and school district to address this ever changing situation. 
This afternoon the Ocean County Health Department notified us of three (3) new cases of COVID-19 in town today. The total positive residents in Ocean Township is now at seventeen (17). Please note the total estimated population according the Census Bureau for Ocean Township is 9,049 which equals approximately .188% infection among residents in town. 

At this time, the Ocean County Health Department is leading the investigation in the case and is the agency responsible for additional notifications. As testing sites and the availability of tests within the southern part of the state increase we will inevitably see an increase of positive cases within our town, this has been expected and it has been planned for. 

For a full review of all cases within Ocean County please visit the Ocean County Health Department Website: https://www.ochd.org/covid-19-case-totals/ 

As time progresses, the Office of Emergency Management will provide you with regular briefings on what is taking place in the community. We will keep you updated on information on closings and postponements and the latest information concerning the virus from county and state offices as it applies to the Township of Ocean. 

Township of Ocean: 

All township parks remain closed until further notice. 

County of Ocean: 

All county parks included the Barnegat Rail Trail remain closed until further notice. 

COVID-19 testing is available for symptomatic residents of Ocean County with physician’s script and appointment. Go towww.OCHD.org for more information and to make an appointment. 

Ocean Township PBA Local #371 
Hello again residents of Ocean Township we are very proud to announce we will be hosting our 3rd free pizza night for families in need this Friday April 10th.  The event will once again be running from 5pm to 7pm (or until we run out) in the back parking lot of police headquarters.  This event is for families in need from Ocean Township only!  

We would also like everyone to know that this event is being fully funded by the kind residents of Ocean Township along with generous donations from Spencer's Marina Inc, The Brunch Spot and The Ocean Township PTA!!   

Thank you again to Villaggio Pizza and Il Casereccio" Family Pizzeria and Tavola Calda" for agreeing to fulfill this huge order again.   
We hope to see you there and please spread the word to a family who you feel would benefit from this event!! 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Ptl. Michael Cicero at [email protected]

On behalf of the Waretown First Aid Squad, Township of Ocean, Ocean Township Police Department and Waretown Fire Company
The Waretown First Aid Squad, Waretown First Aid Squad Ladies Auxiliary, Township of Ocean, Ocean Township Police Department and Waretown Fire Company have joined forces to bring much needed joy to the residents of Ocean Township this Saturday morning.

This Saturday a special friend is coming to town, the Easter Bunny! He will be making the rounds to ensure that he sees every girl and boy, both young and old. We're giving him the VIP treatment with a ride on the trucks up/down every street in town beginning at 10am.
Listen out for the sirens of the Ambulances, Police Cars and Fire Trucks. While we can't stop to take pictures, we're happy to wave to you and your family as we drive past your home.

Please know we will be going down every street - so don't worry, if you hear us we're coming! 

To make this event successful and to adhere to CDC recommended guidelines it is extremely important that you and your family remain on your property. Please do not congregate in groups with your neighbors. Unfortunately if we see people grouping together on street corners or neighbors properties we will stop the caravan from proceeding.
Lastly, look out for up to date postings on our Facebook page starting Saturday morning at 10am for updated locations as we proceed through town.

See you Saturday!!!!!!!


 
Prepared by:
Michal J. Rogalski
Chief of Police – Ocean Township Police Department
Ocean Township Office of Emergency Management
Email: [email protected]
Office: 609-693-4007 ext 310
Fax: 609-693-8392