Another town passing laws that could ultimately drive more sex
offenders to leave and relocate to places without this kind of
regulation. We may need to pass one of our own or risk becoming
safe haven for sex offenders from other towns, particularly since we
have a shelter opening that apparently doesn't screen it's clientele.
How would something like this start the consideration process, and
why wouldn't we move forward with something like this when so many
surrounding communities either have or are in process?
Town imposes sex offender residency rule
Posted by the Asbury Park Press on 08/16/06
BY LARRY HIGGS
COASTAL MONMOUTH BUREAU
FAIR HAVEN The Borough Council approved an ordinance Monday night
that restricts where registered sex offenders may live.
The council unanimously approved the measure, which is modeled after
similar laws in other municipalities.
The ordinance would prohibit sex offenders who are required to
register with the State Police under Megan's Law from living
within 1,000 feet of a public or private school, any other
educational facility, a park, playground or day care center.
Violators would face up to a $1,250 fine, 90 days in jail and 90
days of community service.
Resident Chris Hempstead asked if any background checks are done of
construction workers who are involved in projects in the schools or
roadwork near the schools. Hempstead of Willow Street also is a
member of the borough's Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Police Chief Darryl Breckenridge said that contractors are supposed
to supply that information and added he would check to make sure it
is being done.
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