Holmdel Launches New Social Media Effort To Increase Transparency

HOLMDEL, NJ - Holmdel Township has launched a new social media initiative in an effort to increase transparency and accessibility within the township.

The announcement was made at the municipality’s annual reorganization meeting, which saw Greg Buontempo and Cathy Weber selected to serve another term as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Holmdel Township and Domenico “DJ” Luccarelli sworn in for his first term on Township Committee.

“We are excited to announce the launch of the Township’s new Instagram and Twitter accounts,
‘at Holmdel Township Official,’” Mayor Buontempo said in a news release. “In today’s world, people access information across a variety of platforms, and our goal is to reach people wherever they already are. We want to be sure that everyone is receiving clear, consistent, and reliable information.”

Holmdel locals may follow the township’s new Instagram account (@HolmdelTownshipOfficial) and Twitter account (@TwpHolmdel) for updates and announcements on events, breaking news, local interest items and more.

Holmdel will continue to use the existing Facebook account, Holmdel Township. Last month, the township unveiled Holmdel Half-Minute, a video series slated to deliver additional news, tips and information to Holmdel locals. Related: Holmdel Township Announces Biweekly Video Update Series

As part of the launch effort, Township officials also announced a social media contest. Residents who follow all three social media accounts and post a selfie (wearing a mask) in front of one of several designated Holmdel Township landmarks will win a free Holmdel Township face mask.

In addition to sharing updates, the Holmdel social media feeds will follow certain themes each month, according to the news release. Posts will also have interactive features, such as township “Throwback Thursdays”.

Questions about the social media contest can be directed to the administration office at (732) 946-2820 ext. 1208.