News Flash

The Health Department responds to environmental and public health hazards that pose a threat to human health or safety.

The Health Department is responsible for diagnosing and investigating public health problems. Personnel work closely with an epidemiologist who is trained in the science of disease surveillance. Together, they monitor health events, identify changes or patterns of illness, examine the impact of health hazards, and determine behavioral risk factors that lead to mortality and disease. In addition, the Department monitors health indicators that may signal both natural and bioterrorism-related public health emergencies.

Hand Washing

Traffic Advisory: Tues, April 7, 8:30 AM–1 PM for the Blue Mass at St. Robert Bellarmine. Expect increased police presence, low-flying helicopters, and delays near Route 524 & Georgia Rd (between Route 524 & Stone Hill Rd). Avoid the area if possible.

All brush is to be placed at the curb (not in the street) by 6 am on the first day of the scheduled week to ensure pickup. It takes approximately one week to complete each sector. There will be no callbacks.

All brush is to be cut to a maximum length of eight feet and a maximum diameter of eight inches and should not exceed eight cubic yards (approximately the size on a mid-size automobile). Grass, rocks, leaves, stumps, construction debris, fence posts, etc., as well as commercial trimmings and recyclables, will not be collected.

For the safety of pedestrians and motorists, please do not place brush at the curb more than two days prior to the scheduled pickup.

2026 Brush Collection Schedule

• Sector A - Week of March 23rd
• Sector B - Week of March 30th
• Sector C - Week of April 6th
• Sector D - Week of April 13th
• Sector E - Week of April 20th
• Sector F - Week of April 27th

Residents will be permitted to bring their brush items to our Recycling facility.

The Center is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm.

List of Sectors

REMINDER

E-Bike and bicycle operators are required by New Jersey traffic law to obey all traffic signals and signs. Riders must travel on the correct side of the roadway, with the flow of traffic, and are prohibited from riding on sidewalks. Additionally, all operators under the age of 17 are required to wear a helmet.

Chief Baumann and the members of the Freehold Township Police Department remain committed to protecting the safety and well-being of our community. Recently, officers have encountered illegal electric motorcycles being operated on local roadways and in township parks—many by juveniles who may not fully understand the risks these vehicles pose.

Parents are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the applicable laws and to speak with their children about safe and legal riding practices. Please be advised: illegal electric/gas powered bikes or motorcycles operated within Freehold Township will be impounded and the drivers will be ticketed with mandatory court dates.

For more details, please see the attached guide outlining what is legal in New Jersey, as well as the required equipment and licensing.

For information on how to apply for a Permit to Carry, also known as a Concealed Carry Permit, please email firearms@twp.freehold.nj.us for additional information or to set up an appointment.

The Freehold Township Police Department is notifying Freehold Township residents, businesses and visitors that our uniformed patrol officers utilize Body Worn Cameras. These cameras are worn on the outside, upper portion of the uniform shirt. The utilization of cameras is an important tool that allows for transparency and accountability, along with aiding our officers in investigations, evaluation and training. Pictured is an example of the placement and location of the camera on our uniform