Grand Opening for Aberdeen's Veteran's Park Postponed

In the wake of a fire last month, Aberdeen Township announced that it has postponed the July 13th grand opening of the reimagined Veterans Park in Cliffwood Beach. Consequently, the township’s annual Car Show and Doo Wop event that was planned for that evening at the new park will be moved to last year's site, Guisti Field in Cliffwood

The June 11th fire destroyed many structural components of the beachfront park’s new playground, and the township was informed that there will be another two-week delay in receiving the replacement parts.

“After much discussion, our engineer, attorney and contractor have advised us that opening without being 100% complete would create unsafe conditions for our children,” said Councilman Joseph Martucci. “While this is extremely disappointing, public safety is our paramount concern.”

Deputy Mayor Margaret Montone added: “Our contractor for the project was ready, willing and able to add construction crews to complete the project by July 13th, but the parts have not arrived. We will keep the public informed on a new Grand Opening date.”

Located at Ocean Blvd. and Lakeshore Dr., the new Veterans Park will feature a multi-dimensional active and passive recreation area including a pirate and tall ship themed playground areas for ages 2-5 and 5-12; a pirate ship themed water park (spray pad) for all ages; a picnic grove with shade structures; a multi-purpose field for little league, softball, and soccer; a kayak and small water craft launch; a gazebo/band shell; a flagpole and War Veteran’s Memorial Monument; and a restroom/equipment/storage building.