“What if we defy the governor and let our businesses open?” Little Egg Harbor Deputy Mayor John Kehm asked of township attorneys during the June 11 municipal meeting. Kehm said he had heard from many business owners about the dire effects of having their businesses closed three full months during the pandemic.
Attorney Jean Cipriani suggested the township sit back and let the situation in Asbury Park play out; Asbury Park government voted to allow indoor dining at its restaurants, violating Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive orders related to COVID-19.
Attorney Melanie Donahue said the governor has the authority to enforce penalties and fines.
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