About the Beach Haven Taxpayers' Association (BHTA):
Most of the homeowners of Beach Haven are seasonal and are not eligible to vote in local elections. Established in 1962, BHTA is a non-profit "watch-dog" to identify issues and to monitor the local governing body of behalf of the taxpayers.
BHTA in the past year listened to comments from our members and improved the communication between BHTA and the borough administration through regularly scheduled meetings. We have been following developments such as: property and school taxes, public work issues, beach replenishment, dune grass plantings, renovations to the Emergency Operations Complex on Pelham Avenue, and business district revitalization. It was due to these initiates that we moderated a public forum, "Meet the Council Candidates" session in October 2016. The issues raised by taxpayers through our Association were presented to the candidates.
We are improving our digital media presence and social media presence which will also enable us to foster communication between the taxpayers and local governments.
In the past, we have been involved with Beach Haven beautification projects and are strong supporters of the Community Arts Programs and the historical museums. In addition to taxed, environmental (bay side/ Bay Ave flooding) and cultural issues will continue to be our focus.
Board of Directors
Steve Steiner
President
Deborah Whitcraft
Vice-President
Steve Steiner
Treasurer
Eileen Bowker
Director
Jeannie Carullo
Director
Patricia Miller
Director
william burris director
Jackie Fife
Secretary
Nelson Avenue Park Pickleball Improvements:
Beach Haven, NJ January 26, 2023- Newly appointed Councilman Michael Battista has proposed adding pickleball courts to the Nelson Avenue Park/Playground.
$3 Million Dollar Bond Ordinance Authorizing Renovations & Improvements to the Emergency Operations Center on Pelham Avenue:
Beach Haven, NJ October 11, 2022- Council introduced Bond Ordinance #2022-25, and adopted it on November 14, 2022, appropriating $3 million dollars for renovations, repairs and improvements to the existing site on Pelham Avenue. Included in the proposal is long overdue housing for the first responders of the Borough of Beach Haven. When Mrs. Mason was asked on how or who will be making the decisions on how many housing units will be designated for each of the responding organizations (Fire, Police, EMS, EMT & Emergency Management), Mrs. Mason replied that those decisions would be made at a later date.
The Borough of Beach Haven extends a loan to the property owner of
The Victoria Rose Affordable Housing Unit #204:
Beach Haven, NJ October 27, 2022- Council approved Resolution #217-2022 Authorizing Affordability Assistance in the form of an Loan Agreement with the owner of Affordable Housing Unit #204 at 510 N. Bay Avenue (Victoria Rose), in the amount of $3,514.98 to cover Homeowner Association Fees. The terms of the loan are a deferred payment, no-interest, forgivable loan after 10 years.
Redevelopment Plan for Queen City East & West is adopted:
Beach Haven, NJ February 13, 2023- Council introduced Ordinance #2023-05 Adopting the Redevelopment Plan for Queen City East & West, formerly Brennan's Gas Station (east) & Foster's Farm Market (west). Council determined that this Redevelopment Plan meets the criteria, guidelines and conditions set forth in N.J.S.A.40A:12A-7.
Michael Pagnotta, the developer, is proposing a total of seven (7)residential units of which two (2) units will be designated one-bedroom COAH(affordable housing) units and the remaining five (5) units will be three-bedroom market rate units. Commercial uses will provided on the first level of each.
Beach Haven Skate Park Grant Application:
Beach Haven, NJ January 9, 2023- Council approved Resolution #35-2023 Authorizing Application to the Division of Community Affairs (DCA) for a recreation grant for the construction of the Beach Haven Skate Park to be constructed at Walsh Field, and construction of a new basketball court at Walsh Field,
The Borough of Beach Haven extends a loan to the property owner of The Victoria Rose Affordable Housing Unit #305:
Beach Haven, NJ February 23, 2023- Council approved Resolution #61-2023, Authorizing Affordability Assistance in the form of an Loan Agreement with the owner of Affordable Housing Unit #204 at 510 N. Bay Avenue (Victoria Rose), in the amount of $3,514.98 to cover Homeowner Association Fees. The terms of the loan are a deferred payment, no-interest, forgivable loan after 10 years.
