Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick’s proposal to seize Christ Episcopal Church’s 10.8-acre downtown property through eminent domain has sparked a heated debate, pitting the township’s vision for recreational development against the church’s vision to establish a 17-bed homeless shelter in a residential neighborhood. The plan, which includes transforming the church grounds into a public park and playground, raises questions about Rodrick’s intentions, the influence of local sentiment, and whether this bold move is a sincere policy goal or a calculated maneuver reminiscent of Trump-style brinkmanship. Does Rodrick Truly Intend to Seize the Church? I have met Mayor Rodrick, and he … Continue reading Letter: Mayor Rodrick’s Eminent Domain Stragety: A Genuine Plan or a Political Ploy?