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Residents ask about sanctuary status and police staffing; chief responds
Summary
During public comment Barbara Frank asked whether Lake Como is a sanctuary borough; Mayor Higgins said the borough follows state policy. Bob Rumsby asked about police staffing and bar-security training; Chief Scott reported staffing numbers and confirmed training for security staff.
Barbara Frank of 22nd Avenue praised Mayor Higgins’ Memorial Day remarks and asked whether the Borough of Lake Como is a sanctuary borough. Mayor Higgins replied, "New Jersey is a sanctuary state and the Borough of Lake Como did not go against the state."
Bob Rumsby of 18th Avenue asked how many police officers the Belmar Police Department has; Chief Scott responded the department has "25 full-time officers and 8 Class II specials." Mr. Rumsby also asked whether bar security staff receive training; Chief Scott and Borough Administrator Andrew Huisman said that training is required under license restrictions.
