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.
If there is something that you cannot find, please feel free to contact us during normal business hours and we will be pleased to assist you with any questions. Also, please check back often as we update the site frequently
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How Can Senior Services Help You?
Manchester Township Senior Services offers Information & Assistance to senior residents 60 years of age or older or persons on disability.
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
Farm Market Vouchers Available
Manchester Township Senior Services Department will be distributing Farm Market Vouchers in the amount of $50 per person to purchase Jersey Fresh Produce for Low Income Seniors, who are 60 years of age or older. We will distribute vouchers on a first come-first serve basis until all vouchers have been distributed.
Photos courtesy of Manchester Township and local residents’ submissions. Thank you
