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Manahawkin Today
By the People, for the People
Stafford Township Police Host Free Homeland Security Seminar
Event aims to boost community resilience ahead of busy summer season
Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:36am
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The Stafford Township Police Department has announced a partnership with state and county agencies to host a specialized "Hometown Security Initiative" training seminar on April 1, 2026. The free two-hour event at the Stockton University Manahawkin Campus will feature experts from the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, New Jersey State Police, Ocean County Prosecutor's Office, and Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce. The seminar is designed for local businesses, nonprofits, and residents to learn about the current threat landscape and gain actionable security strategies.
Why it matters
With the region preparing for the "Summer 250" celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and an expected tourism surge due to nearby World Cup activities, local officials are prioritizing proactive safety measures to ensure Southern Ocean County remains a safe place to live, work, and visit.
The details
The two-hour seminar will cover key topics to demystify the current threat landscape and provide actionable security strategies for local businesses, nonprofits, and residents. Advanced registration is requested to manage capacity at the university site.
- The free event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The players
Stafford Township Police Department
The local law enforcement agency hosting the Hometown Security Initiative seminar.
New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP)
A state agency participating in the security seminar to provide expertise.
New Jersey State Police
A state law enforcement agency participating in the security seminar.
Ocean County Prosecutor's Office
A county law enforcement agency participating in the security seminar.
Southern Ocean Chamber of Commerce
A local business organization participating in the security seminar.
What they’re saying
“We encourage our local business community and residents to take advantage of this expert-led opportunity. Security is a shared responsibility, and these tools help us ensure that Southern Ocean County remains a safe place to live, work, and visit.”
— Stafford Township Police Department
What’s next
The seminar is open to the public, but advanced registration is requested to manage capacity at the university site.
The takeaway
This community-focused security seminar demonstrates the Stafford Township Police Department's proactive approach to bolstering public safety and resilience ahead of a busy summer season, leveraging partnerships with state and county agencies to provide valuable security training and resources for local businesses, nonprofits, and residents.
