2By Daniel T. Rodrick, Mayor of Toms River

I am writing to share my disappointment regarding the recent decision by the Township Council to maintain the Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA), which manages our sanitary sewers.

This decision comes at a time when we had a unique opportunity to save taxpayers $2.5 million immediately, with the potential to eliminate residents sewer bills entirely over time.

It was a sad day for our taxpayers, particularly when a key advocate for this measure, Councilman Lamb, chose to withdraw his support at the last moment.

This change had a significant impact on the outcome of the vote. We must remember that government efficiency should be a priority, yet this recent decision reflects a troubling trend of prioritizing entrenched interests over the needs o

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