What Garrett stands for

Development Done Right

  • No New PILOTs Without Clear Public Benefit: Homeowners and schools shouldn't carry an unfair share of the burden while developers receive special treatment.

  • Historic Preservation:Strengthen protections for Asbury Park's historic buildings and neighborhoods.

  • Development Feasibility Study. Take a comprehensive look at development, infrastructure, density, design, traffic, and community needs before approving more projects that don't fit Asbury Park's long-term vision.

Safe Streets & a Better Quality of Life

  • Safe Streets: Improve pedestrian and bicycle safety.

  • More Resident Parking: Develop safer, more affordable and accessible parking options for residents.

  • Modernize Sewer Infrastructure: Address aging system and capacity needs to protect residents, the environment, and taxpayers.

  • A Safe Asbury Park for All: Fight gun violence, dangerous living conditions, and substance abuse through enforcement, prevention, and community-based solutions.

An Affordable Asbury Park

  • Strengthen Rent Control: Protect renters from unreasonable increases and help families remain in Asbury Park Launch "Shop Asbury Park,, Property Tax Rebate Program: Reward residents for shopping locally while providing property-tax relief.

  • Enroll in the CRS Program: Pursue flood-insurance discounts for eligible homeowners while improving the city's flood-prevention efforts.

  • Reform Affordable Housing Programs so they serve the residents they were created to help.