Official Public Notice – Online Publication of Legal Notices

Pursuant to P.L. 2025, c.72 (N.J.S.A. 35:1-1 et seq.), municipalities in the State of New Jersey are required to provide public access to official legal notices through an Internet website.

In accordance with this law, the Township now maintains an online legal notices page where all required public notices will be published and made available to the public at no cost.

Legal Notices may be accessed at the following link: https://www.laceytownshiplegalnotices.com/

OPRA

The Lacey Township Municipal Clerk's Office has updated its OPRA process. Requestors can now submit requests via our online portal. To access the online portal, click here or look for the OPRA icon at the bottom of the Township website.  We also accept OPRA requests in person or via email and mail. If you do not use the portal and wish to send your request via email, please email all requests to clerk@laceytownship.org

Shaping the Future of Health, Well-Being & Connection in Lacey - Together

Since September 2025, Lacey Township has been working with the community, gathering insights and ideas on a new proposed health, wellness, and connection facility that could be operated by YMCA of the Jersey Shore in the center of town.

Everybody’s input has been so helpful – thank you!

This has all been part of the ongoing Community Needs Assessment.

Starting last Fall, we launched a Community Needs Assessment, which included a public survey that ran for a month, collecting more than 1,800 responses representing over 5,000 residents when counting families in households. Then we conducted one-on-one interviews with community leaders across different sectors, including educators, civic and nonprofit leaders, healthcare partners, and others who care deeply about the future of Lacey.

The survey and interviews revealed five key needs in Lacey Township, which happen to line up with YMCA core values: health, wellness, youth development, child care, and community connections for all ages.

The next phase of the assessment includes an informational evening April 22 where a wider segment of invited community leaders will hear more about the vision of the proposed project and have a chance to offer valuable insights.

A summary report of the Community Needs Assessment results will be shared in the late Spring.

Lastly, an open conversation with residents is planned for early summer. The date and location will be announced.

We'd like you to know that the Community Needs Assessment is being conducted in partnership with the DBD Group, which supports projects like this across the country.

Why the YMCA?
The Y is a nationally recognized nonprofit with more than 150 years of experience in delivering high-quality community programming and managing inclusive, welcoming facilities. From child care and swim lessons to chronic disease prevention and senior wellness, the Y is committed to strengthening communities through programs that promote youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Y shares our commitment to listening to residents and creating spaces that bring people together year-round, across all ages and abilities. You can learn more about the YMCA of the Jersey Shore here. 

Together, we are envisioning a stronger, healthier Lacey Township for every generation. Thank you for being a part of this journey!
 
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Township exploring? 
Lacey Township is exploring expanding recreational programming through a partnership with the YMCA of the Jersey Shore, including the potential of building a community recreation facility. 

Why is the Township doing a Community Needs Assessment? 
This assessment gives our residents and local stakeholders the opportunity to shape the vision for future recreational programs and services. It ensures community priorities are at the center of every step forward. 

What role will the YMCA play? 
The Y is serving as a potential partner in both programming and facility management. They bring trusted experience, proven success, and a commitment to creating safe, welcoming spaces for health and wellness for people of all ages, interests and backgrounds.  

When will decisions be made? 
Right now, we are listening. The results of the Community Needs Assessment will inform us of our next steps, and no final decisions have been made. 

Questions? 
For more information about the Community Needs Assessment, contact:  
Jim Wioland, Lacey Township Recreation Director, at lacey.recreation@laceytownship.org.