1. Link to Neptune Township web site: Neptune Township web site
2. For those of you who asked to be placed on our email list, we were so swamped, that those requests were ignored. Now that we can do it, please send a fresh request to Blogfinger@verizon.net. Thank you, the management.
3. From Marian Bauman (Neptune Public Library) Comment: “The Neptune Library is now open… We are available to help residents apply online for FEMA. Also NJhelps.org is a good site to see if you qualify for one of 28 state or federal programs. Come in and see how we can help you.” — Marian the Librarian
4. The Asbury Connection: For those interested in the status of the AP Boardwalk… Stone Pony and WonderBar re-open their doors this weekend! (From Joanne Frangides ). Most stores are open in the business district.
5. Tips for Customers Requesting Service Reconnections:
From Michael Bascom, Neptune Township
Thousands of Jersey Central Power & Light customers sustained significant damage to their homes and businesses as a result of Hurricane Sandy. As repairs are completed, customers will need to have their service reconnected.
Here are some tips and information to make the reconnection process easier:
There are dedicated Service Crews handling reconnection work. Residents should have a licensed electrician make repairs to their homes. If the customer has a functioning electrical service entrance, including the meter – JCP&L will complete the service reconnection.
If the meter was removed due to severe damage or flooding – JCP&L will install a new meter after the service is repaired by a qualified electrician and inspected by a state inspector. The inspector will provide certification that the work has been done properly, and will fax the cut-in card to 888-914-9140. The inspector will attach a sticker with the inspection date on the meter pan. Customers should have their home address or account number when calling the company to request reconnection.
Because of the volume of requests, it could take a few days for service to be reconnected.
To schedule a service reconnection, customers should call 1-800-662-3115
6. Diva, a 7 year old beautiful Himalayan cat has been displaced by hurricane Sandy. She is now living with her 89 year old owner in a crate in a temporary housing shelter. The woman can no longer care for Diva. Diva is front declawed and spayed.Please contact Joan at jomiromano@comcast.net or me at the above email address if you are interested in adopting Diva or know someone who might be interested.
When I was at the collection center on Tuesday, they said they were no longer receiving donations of any kind. Most charities seem to have enough clothes (with the exception of baby clothes). They are looking for food, bedding and towels, toiletries, and first aid. You might want to call first before donating to see what each particular charity needs most. Salvation Army and Goodwill always seems interested in clothing.
I called the police department. Despite Gov. Christie’s rescheduling of Halloween to today, November 5, trick or treating has been “canceled” in Neptune for today.
Carly, OEM put out the note last night that they are not accepting clothes anymore.
Regarding Rt. 71 closed at Avon entrance. As of this afternoon, it is now manned by National Guardsmen as is the entrance to Avon on Ocean Avenue. The Guard arrived on Ocean Avenue just as I was about to walk into Avon (I was denied access).
Is that place In Neptune open tomorrow?? We have bags of clothes to donate.