BRICK – A non-profit organization will occupy a vacant storefront at the township-owned Civic Plaza, who plan to operate a clothing store for children and families in need at the site.
The council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance that would grant a one-year lease for Choose Love Celebrate Life (CLCL), a foundation for youth and families in Ocean and Monmouth Counties.
“The purpose of this lease is to provide a store for clothing and accessories to be given to children and families in need, at no charge, with the operation funded by charitable organizations,” said Councilman Steve Fineman during a recent Township Council meeting.
The store, to be called Community Threads, will pay $1 per year for the lease, and the ordinance provides for up to four additional one-year extensions, he said.
In other news, the governing body authorized the receipt of bids for the operation of Brick Beach 1 and Brick Beach 3 food concession stands.
The most recent contract for Brick Beach 1 summer months during 2023, 2024 and 2025 was with Big Blue Rap and Roll, Pine Beach for a total of $19,200, said Councilman Steve Fineman.
The new contract will also be for three years starting in 2026, he added.
The most recent contract for Brick Beach 3 was with Castaway Kitchen for $16,300 for operation of the concession stand, Fineman said.
The next Council Meeting will be on Tuesday, December 9 at 7 p.m.
