Not So Spooky Holmdel Cemetery Tells a Story

Halloween conjures-up imagery of ghosts, goblins and misty graveyard fog, but the Holmdel Cemetery couldn’t be further removed from such a scary depiction. In fact, according to Gus DeBlasio, “Holmdel Cemetery has been here for over 200 years and encompasses 15 acres of some of the most beautiful natural terrain in the region!” DeBlasio, a Landscape Architect with Maser Consulting, a local engineering firm, has been assisting with the design, planning and maintenance of the grounds for three decades. ... Read More

Site Remediation: LSRP 101

It’s no secret that when a NJ property requires remediation, it can get complicated. As a responsible party you need to be informed of the process enough to make educated decisions, and that starts with selecting a NJ Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) who you can rely upon to help keep your project moving forward without ... Read More

Open Input for an Open Space Plan

When municipalities pursue improvement projects within their communities, decisions about the type, size, and cost of these projects are often made in closed meetings among elected officials. Despite their efforts to make the best decisions they can for their constituents, sometimes projects are built that do not maximize opportunity and usage. ... Read More

Seminar Sparks Rethinking Curve Number Rainfall-Runoff Method

The USDA NRCS Curve Number Method (CN Method) is an application used to provide guidance to design engineers in calculating single event rainfall-runoff volumes that was originally developed in the mid-1950s for agricultural uplands and overland flow. Over time, the CN Method has become entrenched with governmental agencies and private entities dealing with hydrology and embedded in flood control, environmental impact, and sediment-erosion modeling methodologies... ... Read More

Elizabeth Makes a Splash

There is something special about jumping into a nice, cold pool during an especially hot day. And if there is one community that feels the heat this time of year, it’s the densely populated City of Elizabeth, NJ. The Erxleben Recreation Complex is one of the few pools the City has for relaxation and amusement. ... Read More

Greetings from The Asbury Hotel!

The Asbury, the first hotel to open in the City of Asbury Park in over 50 years, began business in May 2016. This new venue has residents and visitors alike feeling that substantive change is underway in Asbury Park. Located just one block from the seaside City’s famous boardwalk, the hotel features a sunlit lobby; music-themed bar; outdoor pool and beer garden; and 5,500 SF of indoor/outdoor meeting and event space. The building’s rooftop hosts a garden with ocean views; the 4,300 SF Baronet Theater with Astroturf field and a 20-ft tall screen for movie viewing; and a 4,000 SF cocktail lounge. ... Read More