Following a lengthy public hearing on the $3.5 million bond ordinance that will keep a portion of the 4-acre LBI Grade School property as open space highlighted by criticism from borough residents, the Ship Bottom Borough Council unanimously approved the measure at its April 22 meeting.

“You know you entered into a contractual agreement with Mr. (Michael) Pagnotta to develop (the school site). He’s been appointed as the developer of the park and everything.