Congratulations to Judith Noonan, who this week took her Oath of Office as the newest member of the Manchester Township Council! "Thank you all for your support. I appreciate it, and I will do the best I can for all of you," said Councilwoman Noonan in public remarks following her swearing in on May 26, 2026. Councilwoman Noonan was selected by the members of Council at the May 13, 2026, meeting to serve the unexpired term of former Councilwoman Roxanne Conniff, which runs through December 31, 2026. Before moving to Manchester Township, Ms. Noonan served on the Berkeley Township Council and has more than 20 years of service in government, community engagement, and senior advocacy. Currently a Confidential Aide to Mayor Joseph Hankins, she volunteers with the Ocean County Senior Services Advisory Board and will focus on finding solutions to concerns related to rising utility costs. We wish you well, [...]

At this week's Township Council meeting, Mayor Joseph Hankins was proud to recognize Professional Municipal Clerks Week and the outstanding employees in our Manchester Township Clerk's Office who go above and beyond for our residents on a daily basis!   Mayor Hankins was joined by Municipal Clerk Teri Giercyk, Deputy Municipal Clerk Maria Golda, and Assistant Municipal Clerk Emilie Bell, where they graciously accepted a Proclamation in recognition of the week. Teri and her staff play a critical role in our Township, serving "as the information center on functions of local government and community." From managing and maintaining records, local ordinances, marriage licenses, and so much more, Manchester Township's Municipal Clerk staff is truly top-notch.   Mayor Hankins and the Township Council thank Teri and her staff for their continued professionalism and dedication to Manchester Township and our residents!