Toms River Mayor Announces 0% Tax Increase Despite Financial Challenges TOMS RIVER, NJ – Mayor Dan Rodrick announced a 0% tax increase for 2024, despite rising costs and the end of federal funding from the American Rescue Plan. While the Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education just recently proposed a 9% increase with a $12 million shortfall, that budget is independent of the Toms River Township municipal budget. The mayor and council have no authority or jurisdiction over the school board tax increase. “It wasn’t easy,” Mayor Rodrick said. Upon taking office, Mayor Rodrick faced a $3 million shortfall, … Continue reading Toms River’s Budget Sees 0% Tax Increase in 2024