Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative

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Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative Our Mission is to prevent juvenile crime and promote positive outcomes for youth.

This action oriented initiative is currently focusing attention on ways to expand youth employment opportunities and to provide mentors for at risk youth in the city. In 2011, Asbury Park became the 5th New Jersey city the Attorney General's office selected to form a community initiative to prevent juvenile crime and promote positive youth outcomes. The Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative (GAPCDI) is currently co-chaired by Asbury Park Mayor John Moor and Monmouth County Assistant prosecutor Chris Decker. The CDI has representatives from Community Based Organizations, Government Agencies, Faith Based Groups, Law Enforcement, Education, and interested community members. The initiative provides Asbury Park with a comprehensive, city-wide coalition that enables all of these participating groups to communicate and coordinate with each other under the leadership of the Mayor and the Monmouth County Prosecutor's offices. The Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative is an action oriented coalition that focuses its attention on finding ways to expand youth employment opportunities and to providing mentors for opportune youth environments. In addition, the group has established a Police Chaplaincy program which places voluntary clergy on 24-hour call to offer non-sectarian assistance when juveniles are arrested for minor offenses.

**ATTENTION** - COACHES AND VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Here's a fantastic opportunity to join the Asbury Park Police Athletic Le...
10/14/2026

**ATTENTION** - COACHES AND VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Here's a fantastic opportunity to join the Asbury Park Police Athletic League family!

The AP PAL are seeking Mentors, Strength Trainers & Sports Coaches to volunteer for 1 to 5 hours per week in their basketball, boxing, fitness, and wrestling programs. Learn more and contact information can be found on the flyer below.

10/14/2026

☕ Coffee With A Cop: Connecting Over Coffee! 👮‍♂️

Last week, Police Director John B. Hayes and numerous Asbury Park Police Officers had a wonderful time at our 'Coffee With A Cop' event! We truly enjoyed connecting with community members, hearing your thoughts, answering questions, and discussing a variety of topics and initiatives underway within our police department.

A special thank you to our host, Asbury Park Roastery LLC, for opening their doors and providing such a welcoming space for meaningful conversations. Local businesses are the heart of our community, and supporting them helps strengthen the connections that make our community such a great place to live, work, and visit. We encourage everyone to shop local and show appreciation for the small businesses that give our community its unique character!

Our police department remains committed to open communication, transparency, and building positive relationships with the people we serve. Events like this provide valuable opportunities to continue building on the already strong bonds we share and ensure that our department remains approachable, engaged, and connected to our community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared a conversation, and enjoyed a cup of coffee with us! We look forward to seeing you at our next event.

Asbury Park Police Athletic League
City of Asbury Park
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office

10/14/2026
10/14/2026

Trunk or Treat is back at the City Hall parking lot on Saturday, October 31, 12 to 3pm, with prizes for best decorated car and best costume. Host trunks and candy donations are needed. To register or help, email [email protected] or call 732-502-5759.

Wishing everyone a happy Columbus Day!
10/12/2026

Wishing everyone a happy Columbus Day!

Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and members of the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office were so glad to be able to attend ...
10/10/2026

Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and members of the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office were so glad to be able to attend the 3rd Annual Asbury Park Police Department and Asbury Park Police Athletic League's Bike Rodeo on Saturday afternoon.

Thank you to Director John B. Hayes, Captain Lorenzo Pettway and all the members of the APPD Community Engagement Unit for all the events such as these that they do to help build and strengthen bonds within the City of Asbury Park community and their residents.

**TODAY IS THE DAY!**Come out to Asbury Park Roastery LLC and spend some time with members of the Asbury Park Police Dep...
10/07/2026

**TODAY IS THE DAY!**

Come out to Asbury Park Roastery LLC and spend some time with members of the Asbury Park Police Department for Coffee With a Cop Day!

City of Asbury Park

☕👮 COFFEE WITH A COP IS COMING TO ASBURY PARK! 👮☕

Join Police Director John B. Hayes and the Asbury Park Police Department for a morning of coffee, conversation, and community connection! 🤝

📅 Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
📍 Asbury Park Roastery LLC
803 Second Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Come grab a cup of coffee, meet members of our police department, ask questions, share ideas, and get to know your local officers in a relaxed setting. ☕💬

Good conversation. Good coffee. Stronger community.

We hope to see you there! 💙

City of Asbury Park
Asbury Park Police Athletic League
Greater Asbury Park Community Development Initiative
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office

**THIS SATURDAY** Saturday, October 3, from Noon to 4 PM, join members of the Prevention Coalition of Monmouth County at...
10/01/2026

**THIS SATURDAY**

Saturday, October 3, from Noon to 4 PM, join members of the Prevention Coalition of Monmouth County at a powerful and moving presentation for the Black Poster Project City of Asbury Park's Senior Center.

More details can be found on the flyer below.

Join the Prevention Coalition of Monmouth County for The Black Poster Project: Featuring a Partial Exhibit on Saturday, October 3rd, from 12 PM–4 PM at the Asbury Park Senior Center.

The Black Poster Project is a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and remember the lives impacted by substance use and overdose🖤

Everyone is welcome! Come experience the silent memorial exhibit, connect with others, and help inspire change.

Want to contribute? Posters may be submitted by September 15th to [email protected]

This coming Saturday afternoon right here in City of Asbury Park. We hope to see you there!
10/01/2026

This coming Saturday afternoon right here in City of Asbury Park. We hope to see you there!

Join the Quality of Life Committee for the City of Asbury Park Community Festival, Saturday, October 3, 12-4pm at Springwood Park. Free event with healthcare screenings, food trucks, entertainment, kids' activities, vendors, and free haircuts for kids.

⚽⚽ Register now for the rescheduled Soccer Showcase with Asbury Park United SC, NEXT Saturday, October 3. Register using...
09/25/2026

⚽⚽ Register now for the rescheduled Soccer Showcase with Asbury Park United SC, NEXT Saturday, October 3. Register using the QR code on the attached flyer. Learn more at AsburyParkUnited.org ⚽⚽
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