WELCOME TO MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP
Manchester Township is located in beautiful Ocean County, New Jersey, just minutes from the Jersey Shore and
in between New York City, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Manchester is nestled in the New Jersey Pinelands and we are Ocean County’s best kept secret!
We thank you for your interest in Manchester Township
Beautiful Parks, Lakes, and Preserved Open Space, our top notch municipal services and our vibrant and dynamic community makes Manchester a great place to live, work, and raise a family. That is why the June 2012 edition of Inside New Jersey, a monthly publication of the Star Ledger, rated Manchester Township as such a great place to retire in New Jersey. Manchester Township offers something for everyone!
The goal of our website is to provide you with information about our municipality. Here you can learn about the many departments we have and the services that we offer. This is the hub where you will find a vast amount of information about our local government at your convenience and your leisure.
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Mayor Arace and Honored Guests Commemorate Veterans Day
Continuing a proud annual tradition in Manchester Township, our hometown United States Service Members were honored during a moving Veterans Day ceremony outside of Town Hall on November 11, 2023. "It is an honor to stand for you and to offer our heartfelt appreciation to the veterans who bravely defend our nation," said Mayor Rob Arace during his keynote address. "On this Veterans Day, we come together to remember the unwavering commitment and selflessness of those who have answered the call to protect our great nation.” Honored guest Congressman Chris Smith next offered remarks, beginning by thanking Roger P. Grenier, chairman of Manchester Township’s Veterans Advisory Committee, for the organization’s advocacy work performed on behalf of our local veterans in need of assistance. “Because of your selfless sacrifice and bravery, we [...]
Winter Termination Program Information
Winter Termination Program Flyer Winter Termination Self Certification Form
3rd Annual Christmas in the Pines
December 9th 2pm-7pm
82 Lacey Road (EMS West) – Closure Notice – February 28th to April 1st 2025
Please be advised 82 Lacey Road (EMS West) will be closed starting this Friday, February 28th through April 1st, 2025 for the proposed ADA improvements to the entrance way (ramp, stairs, & sidewalk) of the building.
Photos courtesy of Manchester Township and local residents’ submissions. Thank you
