To the Editor:

Every person in Beach Haven owes a debt of gratitude to a handful of people who stood up for what they believe. They wrote letters, took surveys and attended council meetings in person and by Zoom. The bottom line is they took the time and it made a difference. They took care of a problem that would have affected every person in Beach Haven and Long Beach Island. They honestly believed that Beach Haven should not have a marijuana distribution (pot shop) in our town and they took action.

Unfortunately, most people have no idea that some members of the council were happy to let that happen.

August 4, 2021