The Municipal Manager is appointed by the Township Committee as the administrative head of Township government. The Municipal Manager is selected by the Township Committee solely on the basis of qualifications, with particular emphasis on educational and governmental experience. Once appointed, the Municipal Manager serves for an indefinite term as determined by the Township Committee.

The Municipal Manager is essentially responsible for the coordination and management oversight of all Township day-to-day operations.

Specific duties of the Municipal Manager include the following:

• Preparation of the annual Township budget and its implementation after adoption by the Township Committee
• Responsible for Township personnel functions, including all matters involving the New Jersey Department of Personnel
• Negotiate contracts, as well as make recommendations and/or evaluate any measures affecting the health, safety and welfare of the Township or for the improvement of administrative services.
• Handle complaints related to the overall administration of Township government including the enforcement of Township ordinances, policies, rules and regulations.
• Attend all meetings of the Township Committee

The Office of the Municipal Manager is also the initial point of contact for the general public with members of the Township Committee.

Frank Edwards, Township Manager
231 Third Street, Municipal Building
Lakewood, NJ 08701
732-364-2500 x5200
Fax: 732-905-5991