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!
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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!
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January 26, 2026 Meeting Notice – Virtual Only
January 26, 2026 Meeting Notice
Township Council Reorganizes for 2026; Mayor Hankins Takes Oath
Mayor Joseph Hankins took his Oath of Office before the Manchester Township Council during the governing body’s Reorganization Meeting held on January 5, 2026, following his November 2025 election to complete the unexpired term of previous mayor Robert Arace, which concludes on December 31, 2026. Mayor Hankins, a lifelong township resident and former Manchester Police officer, addressed the members of Council and the public in attendance, thanking them for the opportunity to continue his service to the community. “I want to thank everyone for their support,” said Mayor Hankins in his remarks delivered in the Municipal Complex Courtroom. “I look forward to working with everyone — this is a great group to lead as Mayor, and I want to thank everyone for their time and efforts as we continue to work for the residents of Manchester Township.” For 2026, Roxanne Conniff will retain her role as Council President, as will [...]
Environmental Meeting Canceled for 12/16/2025
December 16th Meeting Cancelation Notice
Zoning Board Meeting Notice for February 19th, 2026 at Highschool.
There will be a special meeting for Case 24-48- Congregation Mikvah of PLP on February 19th at 6:30pm at the Manchester Township High School.
Photos courtesy of Manchester Township and local residents’ submissions. Thank you
