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Township weighs sale of Matts Landing marinas after foreclosure; resident urges public park and dock
Summary
Officials discussed two marinas quitclaimed to the Township and whether to auction them or arrange private sales; public commenter George Kumor urged converting Matts Landing properties into a public park and fishing dock to improve river access.
Mayor Ken Whildin told the committee that two marinas formerly owned by the Haase family have been quitclaimed to the Township and that officials prefer to return the properties to private ownership. The committee discussed options including a public auction with a minimum bid, private sale, or contacting an earlier buyer who might be interested.
Solicitor Justin White advised that a prospective buyer would typically order a title search if financing the purchase. Whildin said the adjoining operational marina has expressed interest in at least one of the parcels. Committeeman Ben Stowman told the committee the matter will be tabled to the next meeting for further consideration.
During the later public comment period, resident George Kumor urged the committee to consider converting the Matts Landing parcels into a public park and dock so residents would have places to fish the Maurice River. Whildin acknowledged the suggestion; the committee did not vote on a disposition at the Jan. 12 meeting.
Next steps: The committee tabled foreclosed-property decisions to a future meeting; staff and the solicitor will continue outreach to potential buyers and prepare materials for public discussion.
