Affordable Housing Opportunities Through the Rumson Affordable Housing Program , opportunities for Affordable Housing in The Borough are becoming available. The above link will also provide the history of the program in The Borough of Rumson. Current building projects include: Multifamily Homes Senior Housing Handicap Accessible Homes Existing Home Improvement Opportunities Those interested in the Affordable Housing opportunities in The Borough of Rumson are encouraged to visit www.affordablehomesnewjersey.com for more information. To begin the application process, visit: www.affordablehomesnewjersey.com 2024 Affordable Housing Opportuni ties November 2024, Download Flyer Download an informational flyer from Affordable Homes New Jersey describing affordable homes for sale and rent in Rumson, and where to submit a preliminary application. 2024 Home Improvement Information January 2024 Information Now Available Regional Income Limits by Household August 2023, Download Flyer 2023 Home Improvement Information July 2023, Download Flyer 2022 Affordable Housing Opportuni ties March 2022, Download Flyer Download an informational flyer from Affordable Homes New Jersey describing affordable homes for sal e and rent in Rumson, and where to submit a preliminary application. Affordable Housing Program Affordable Housing Projects

Latest News Master Plan Re-Examination Resident Feedback Program The Borough of Rumson is beginning a re-examination of its Master Plan . Our Master Plan is a long-term document adopted by the Planning Board and endorsed by Mayor and Borough Council that guides the community’s future direction, development and growth. In accordance with the state statue on Land Use, as we prepare for the upcoming re-examination of The Borough’s Master Plan, we are asking residents to share their opinions with us . Whether you’ve lived in Rumson for dec Rumson’s Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update The Borough of Rumson Sanitary Sewer Project with National Water Main Cleaning Co., of Kearny, New Jersey has ensured the daily uninterrupted service provided by the Borough while extending the useful life of the system for future generations with the ongoing cleaning, inspection, and rehabilitation of more than 80 miles of sanitary sewer piping. The recent projects have reduced our total sewer flow by over 200 million gallons in 2025. By testing and sealing over 84,000 joint Mayor Hemphill 2026 Address Mayor’s Address – Jan 6, 2026 Happy New Year! As 2026 begins, I again want to thank EVERY Volunteer and EVERY Employee, all of whom have worked so hard to make Rumson the special community it is. I especially want to thank the Rumson Borough Administrative Staff, Rumson Police Department, the Rumson Fire Department, the Rumson First Aid Squad and the Rumson Department of Public Works for their hard work, untiring dedication, and, most importantly, for the risks they take ever Rumson Awarded $3 Million For West River Road AH Project The Borough of Rumson, as part of the DCA's 2026 Grant Awards from the State's Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF), was awarded $3 million for the West River Road Affordable Housing Project. For the full release, click here . Rumson Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Please join us for The Rumson Annual Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Sunday, December 7, at 5:00 PM in Victory Park . We are excited to ring in the season with all of you. New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Officially Opens The Borough of Rumson is proud to announce the official opening of the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge (S-32), a vital link connecting the... Public Hearing Notice: West Park/Jumping Point Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held for the purpose of receiving comments on a 2025 Monmouth County Municipal Park... Affordable Housing Program Update: 5/28/2025 Video Series - Installment Three: A Virtual Tour The Borough has launched the next installment of its educational, multi-part video series... Over $4 Million In Grant Funding Awarded Since 2021 Reinvestment in the borough’s aging infrastructure promotes reliability and maintains the community’s value for generations to come. With... Affordable Housing Program Update: 5/21/2025 Video Series - Installment Two: Round 4 The Borough has launched the next installment of its educational, multi-part video series to... Affordable Housing Program Update: 5/14/2025 Introducing Our Multi-Part Video Series The Borough has created an educational, multi-part video series to explain the history and the... Rumson's Affordable Housing Program: Week of 5/5/25 The Borough's Affordable Housing Program, with the support of the Rumson Affordable Housing Committee and Borough Council, is completing... NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR REAL PROPERTY DATA COLLECTION AND VERIFICATION SERVICES INCLUDING MANDATORY THREE PHYSICAL INSPECTION ATTEMPTS AND AVAILIBILITY OF VIRTUAL INSPECTION OPTIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed Proposals will be received by the Municipal Clerk of the Borough of Rumson (the “Municipality”), State...

806694c1-18e0-4c40-992e-44ee4a10457d < Back History of Rumson Historic Rumson was settled in 1665, as a result of a land purchase from native Americans. The Lenni-Lenapé,a tribe within the larger tribe of the Delawares, lived on the Peninsula and named it Navarumsunk. Throughout the years that name was shortened and changed to Rumson. Rumson was officially incorporated as a Borough in 1907. Rumson is situated on a picturesque peninsula overlooking the ocean. The Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers bound it. Blessed with this unique location and a natural beauty, the Rumson Peninsula was obviously an attractive site. Fortunately, it has retained much of that natural beauty. Rumson in earlier times, was known by other names including Port Washington, Black Point, and Oceanic. Today the Borough of Rumson consists of 5.2 square miles. It contains 40 miles of roads including 133 streets and five county roads. Bingham Hall, the Borough’s historic community center is used as a meeting place for various Borough activities, as well as for civic, charitable, and educational groups. In 2005 Bingham Hall was extensively renovated and restored, making it a true jewel of the Borough. In Depth Look Into The History of The Borough: Auldwood-Estate-Article (1) .pdf Download PDF • 4.03MB Briarwood-Binder (1) .pdf Download PDF • 3.57MB Lafayette-Street-School-to-Rogers-Park (2) .pdf Download PDF • 1.78MB Meadow-Ridge-Park (1) .pdf Download PDF • 6.88MB Piping-Rock-Park (1) .pdf Download PDF • 632KB Red-Mens-Binder2 .pdf Download PDF • 4.85MB Rumson-Parks-2005 .pdf Download PDF • 748KB Victory-Park-Binder .pdf Download PDF • 4.51MB sheepsrun99rumsonroad .pdf Download PDF • 450KB Rumson & The First World War Image shown here is from Dorn's Classic Images. © 2006 Dorn's Classic Images. All rights reserved. For other historic Rumson and Jersey Shore images, contact Kathy at Dorn's Classic Images (732) 747-9350.

PHASE II < Back Shrewsbury Drive PHASE II June 2024 UPDATE: New Jersey American Water Company and their sub-contractors are working to replace problematic water services and obsolete fire hydrants within the project area. This work is separate from the Borough’s contract with Precise Construction. Precise Construction will be starting, conditions permitting, the week of June 3, 2024 on Avenue of Two Rivers South. Please check back for updates as more information becomes available. Resident Notice Upcoming Project Shrewsbury Drive .pdf Download PDF • 340KB Shrewsbury Drive Area Resiliency & Drainage Improvements Phases 2 & 3 FAQ 1. What streets are included in the Project? Shrewsbury Drive (Osprey Lane to Navesink Avenue) Monmouth Avenue (Rumson Rd to Shrewsbury Dr) Woodmere Avenue (Rumson Rd to Shrewsbury Dr) Navesink Avenue (Rumson Rd to Shrewsbury Dr) Avenue of Two Rivers South (Shrewsbury Dr to Southern Terminus) 2. What is the proposed scope of work? Shrewsbury Drive – The work on Shrewsbury Drive will consist of the replacement of the timber bulkhead just east of the Shrewsbury Drive and Avenue of Two Rivers intersection. The top of bulkhead will be extended to a higher elevation to provide additional tidal flooding protection and eliminate the wooden railing. The new bulkhead height along with concrete curbing and earthen berms will provide tidal flooding protection to an elevation 5.0’ NAVD88. This corresponds to the same elevation as the previously completed Phase 1 Shrewsbury Drive Improvements (South Ward Ave to Navesink Ave). The existing drainage system between Avenue of Two Rivers and Monmouth Avenue will be replaced and supplemented with a check valve to prevent tidal flooding from breaching the drainage system and flooding the road. New concrete roadway curbing and paving will follow after the bulkhead and drainage improvements are completed. Shrewsbury Drive between Avenue of Two Rivers and Osprey Lane, the roadway will be milled and repaved. Monmouth, Woodmere & Navesink Avenues – The scope of work on these three streets are similar in nature. Each roadway will be milled and repaved. Select portions of roadway curbing are being replaced with concrete curb based on condition, grade, and drainage pipe installation. Avenue of Two Rivers South – The improvements will consist of re-profiling portions of the roadway to address drainage impacts created with recent development along the west side of the street. Existing drainage will be maintained on the street. The scope of work could change based on field conditions. Detailed project information is available on the construction plans. 3. What company was awarded the construction contract? The Governing Body awarded a contract to Precise Construction at the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Council on October 10, 2023. Precise Construction was the lowest cost, most responsive bidder out of all the sealed bids received by the Borough for the project. Precise Construction has successfully completed prior roadway projects with the Borough, including the Shrewsbury Drive – Phase 1 Improvements. 4. Will a representative of the Borough be present during construction? The Borough’s Engineering Department will be present during construction. Throughout the project, our Superintendent of Public Works will also periodically be on-site. 5. What is the project start date? Utility investigation and delivery of concrete drainage structures began in May 20, 2024. Construction will begin on the bulkhead and associated drainage in early June. Work on the surrounding streets will occur in the coming weeks. As additional information becomes available, updates will be posted. 6. What is the project duration? The entirety of the project is contracted for 6 months, but due to inclement weather, unanticipated field conditions, or expansion of the project scope additional time may be warranted. 7. What are the working hours? The working hours for the project will be Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, with some exceptions due to unforeseen conditions. The Contractor may arrive to the job earlier than 7:00 am, but should not be operating equipment. If this is a frequent occurrence, please contact Brett Hunger (Project Manager) or David Marks (Borough Engineer). 8. Will the street be open during construction? The streets will be closed to through traffic while work is underway. We ask that you avoid the active work areas to the greatest extent feasible. Access to your home will generally be restored by the end of the work day. While the bulkhead is being replaced and during select times of drainage replacement, there will be no vehicular access on Shrewsbury Drive between Avenue of Two Rivers and Navesink Avenue. Based on construction sequencing, there could be over night or weekend closures to maintain a safe work site. We will work with the Rumson Police Department to facilitate access to the greatest extent practicable. 9. What is the daily impact to my property? The daily impact to your property should be minimal. While roadway improvements are being installed immediately in front of your home or the adjacent property, access will be temporarily restricted to allow for the work. If a concrete driveway apron is installed at your property, access to your driveway will be restricted for 3 to 5 days to allow for the concrete to fully cure. Please park in your driveway when possible or on the street outside of the work area limits. 10. My sprinklers were damaged, what should I do? If your sprinkler system is damaged during the construction process, please either contact a supervisor from the Construction Company, Brett Hunger (Project Manager) or David Marks (Borough Engineer). Per the contract, the Construction Company is required to repair all damages at their expense. Please afford the Construction Company the first opportunity to make the necessary repairs. To reduce the extent of sprinkler damages, please mark your sprinkler heads if they are within 3 feet of the curb or road edge when construction activity approaches your property. The markers will get displaced by lawn care contractors if you locate the sprinkler heads too soon. 11. Will my driveway be impacted by the construction? It is very likely, the end of your driveway that meets the roadway will be impacted by the construction. The Contractor will repair the driveway with like materials and finishes to the greatest extent possible. We do not seal coat asphalt driveways. The extent of how far back a driveway is repaired is a function of driveway material type and grading to maintain positive drainage flow. 12. Is it my responsibility to restore my lawn if disturbed by the construction? No, the contract with the Contractor includes the restoration of lawn. We ask that you please water the sod regularly or as needed until it is established. Neither the Borough nor Contractor will be responsible to replace sod that is not adequately cared for once it has been placed. 13. I would like my entire driveway or sidewalk to my home replaced. Can the Borough’s Contractor complete that work? Yes, the Borough’s Contractor can be hired to complete work on your private property. That work would need to be contracted directly between you and the Contractor. The Borough should be made aware of the proposed work, but the property owner is fully responsible for payment and oversight. 14. Who should I contact with additional questions: Brett Hunger Project Manager 732-842-3300 bhunger@rumgsonnj.gov David Marks Rumson Borough Engineer 732-842-3300 dmarks@rumsonnj.gov 15. In case of emergency, please contact Rumson Police Department at (732) 842-0500 # # # PROJECT HISTORY The tidal flooding has created a quality of life issue for the residents as well as property damage with the loss of vehicles and equipment. The Shrewsbury Drive Road Improvement project is a multi-phase, long-standing cooperative venture with the Borough of Rumson and Monmouth County due to a shared drainage outfall. Phase II of the project, which is set to begin in May 2024, consists of: Replacing the severely deteriorated timber bulkhead, Drainage infrastructure replacement, Installation of a tide flow check valve, Installation of low height flood walls, Repaving of Monmouth Ave, Woodmere Ave, Navesink Ave and Avenue of Two River South, and the remaining half of Shrewsbury Drive, from Navesink to Osprey. Replacement of curbing, and complete pavement restoration. The Borough of Rumson established elevation 5.0' NAVD as our level of flood protection. While this elevation does not protect against major coastal storm events (i.e Superstorm Sandy), it protects against the frequent flooding experienced by the residents on a monthly, weekly, and at times daily basis. The funding for this project is through a combination of The Rumson Capital Improvement Fund and a combination of two submitted, approved Municipal Aid Grants through the N.J.D.O.T totaling $557,000.00. Weather permitting, utility verification will occur the week of May 20, 2024. No major interruption to traffic will occur without prior notification to the residents. SHREWSBURY DRIVE AREA IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 2 AND 3 BID PLANS .pdf Download PDF • 13.27MB Project Gallery Previous Next

< Back 5 PARMLY STREET Year Built: 1922 Property Description Block: 52 Lot: 7 Year Built: 1922 Style: Early American Colonial Foundation: Masonry Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung Comment: Well maintained

< Back 9 WATERMAN AVENUE Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 147 Lot: 6 Year Built: 1904 Style: Shingle Style Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung This structure is considered: Significant Comment: Maintained in near original condition.

< Back 31 RUMSON ROAD Year Built: 1870 Property Description Block: 134 Lot: 11 Year Built: 1870 Historic Name: Queen Anne Style: Shingle Style with Revival Elements and some Moorish influence. Architect: Notes indicate the home was designed by Mrs. Sarah Moy Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung This structure is considered: Significant Comment: See Rumson Vol. II p 33; Shaping a Superlative Suburb p 106 for additional information.

< Back 13 LINCOLN AVENUE Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 141 Lot: 9 Year Built: 1904 Style: Modified Bungalow Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung Comment: Rehabilitated over time using some modern and some authentic materials.

< Back 25 WASHINGTON AVENUE Year Built: 1917 Property Description Block: 140 Lot: 2 Year Built: 1917 Style: Modified Early American Colonial Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung Comment: Rehabilitated using some modern and some authentic materials.

< Back 40 BINGHAM AVENUE Year Built: 1842 Property Description Block: 30 Lot: 5 Year Built: 1842 Historic Name: Bingham Hall - Originally the Port Washington Church Style: Greek Revival Built by: Thomas Hunt Architect: Unknown Foundation: Brick Structure: Wood Framed Building with Clapboard Siding Fenestration: Large Double Hung This structure is considered: Significant Comment: Built in 1842, Bingham Hall is Rumson's oldest existing structure. Originally called the Port Washington Church, it served as the town's interdenominational church until 1886. See Rumson p 64; Shaping a Superlative Suburb p 21, 27; Legendary Locals p 7 for additional information.

This page and the associated links provide the information you need to understand our work to fulfill the requirements set forth by FEMA's Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration, and in turn the National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating System (CRS). FLOOD MANAGEMENT PLAN Welcome to the flood management information center for the Borough of Rumson. This page and the associated links provide the information you need to understand our work to fulfill the requirements set forth by FEMA's Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration. New Jersey Flood Disclosure Law Resources Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service for the Shrewsbury River at Sea Bright Urban Ocean Observatory for the Shrewsbury River at Sea Bright Floodplai n Management Plan for the Borough of Rumson - 2015 Rumson Borough Sea Level Rise Map Know Your Zone (Monmouth County Site) Updated National Flood Insurance Program (FEMA Site) FEMA Flood Map Service Center (FEMA Site) The Borough of Rumson’s Floodplain Management Plan (FMP) listed above has been incorporated as an element of the Borough’s Master Plan. It identifies and assesses flood hazards within the Borough, establishes the goals and objectives for floodplain management in Rumson, and presents a series of actions designed to minimize flooding and mitigate the impacts from flooding in the future. The FMP also evaluates the need and potential options for wetland restoration and maintenance and/or other engineering control measures to mitigate potential storm surge in those areas of the Borough that may be vulnerable. It also includes recommendations for the Borough’s current Floodplain Development Protection Ordinance. Chapter XVII Flood Damage Prevention on the the Borough Ordinance website for further information. David Marks, P.E., C.M.E. Borough Engineer dmarks@rumsonnj.gov The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has announced that effective immediately the Mitigation Assistance Program (MAP) will accept applications on a rolling basis from New Jersey homeowners who are in flood prone areas and are interested in elevating their home to reduce their risk of flooding in the future. The program is supported by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and helps homeowners cover construction costs for property mitigation against flooding damage, including home elevation. MAP may also provide temporary rental assistance during construction. FEMA’s criteria for property eligibility are based on historical flooding incidents and future flood risk assessments. Homeowners interested in MAP may learn more about the program and request an application on the DCA’s website . While submitting an application does not guarantee financial assistance, it is a crucial step in expressing interest in home elevation and flood mitigation. Homeowners may also contact the Division of Disaster Recovery and Mitigation by emailing MitigationAssistance@dca.nj.gov or calling 609-292-3750. Local officials in areas that experience frequent flooding may wish to share this information with their communities. Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org , 609-695-3481, x137.