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Keansburg, New Jersey Keansburg (pronounced 'kEEns-burg') is a borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. As of the United States 2000 Census, the borough population was 10,732.Keansburg was formed as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 26, 1917, from portions of both Middletown Township and Raritan Township (now Hazlet), based on the results of a referendum held on April 17, 1917.Keansburg is part of the Bayshore Regional Strategic Plan, an effort by nine municipalities in northern Monmouth County to reinvigorate the area's economy by emphasizing the traditional downtowns, dense residential neighborhoods, maritime history, and the natural beauty of the Raritan Bay coastline. Geography Keansburg is located at 40°26′50″N 74°07′52″W / 40.447324°N 74.131226°W / 40.447324; -74.131226 (40.447324, -74.131226).According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 16.8 square miles (43.6 km2), of which, 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2) of it is land and 15.8 square miles (40.8 km2) of it (93.58%) is water. Demographics As of the census of 2000, there were 10,732 people, 3,872 households, and 2,563 families residing in the borough. The population density was 9,954.4 people per square mile (3,836.7/km2). There were 4,269 housing units at an average density of 3,959.7/sq mi (1,526.2/km2). The racial makeup of the borough was 93.31% White, 2.13% African American, 0.10% Native American, 1.23% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 1.74% from other races, and 1.42% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.95% of the population.There were 3,872 households out of which 35.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 17.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.8% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.35.In the borough the population was spread out with 27.2% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 31.2% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 95.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.3 males.The median income for a household in the borough was $36,383, and the median income for a family was $45,438. Males had a median income of $37,229 versus $28,398 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $17,417. About 15.5% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.5% of those under age 18 and 18.4% of those age 65 or over. History The land that is now Keansburg was originally home to the Lenni Lenape Native Americans.On September 3, 1609, the Half Moon, captained by Henry Hudson is said to have landed on the shores of present-day Keansburg (though some historians argue that the landing and forth-coming explained events took place at the tip of Sandy Hook). Crewmen of the ship were attacked by the Native Americans when they departed the ship, and one man, John Coleman, was killed. He is reputed to be the first European to be felled by a Native American arrow. It is said that he was buried on the land, in the area that is today the intersection of Carr Avenue and Beachway. It is referred to as 'Coleman's Point'In the time between 1609 and the early 18th century, the land was gradually purchased from the Lenni-Lenape with other surrounding areas. The area was inhabited by Dutch, English, and Scottish settlers. In the 18th century, farming proved to be successful on Keansburg's land, with specialties being pears, apples and corn (maize).In this time, the town took on the name of Waackaack, pronounced 'Way-kay-ack.' This is a Lenape Native American term, originally 'Wakioak' meaning 'Land of Plenty'. The area was also widely known as Tanner's Landing from the early 18th century until approximately 1820, so named for the pier at the end of what was Tanner's Landing Road (now Main Street). Tanner's Landing was a principal port for the area for many years.Though the source of this information does not state exactly when, the land took on its second official name of Granville. The name originated from the importance of the Phillips Mill, and the grain producing farms in the region. The name held until 1880s.During the century, Granville became home to its own church, two lighthouses and small businesses. Roadways were beginning to form from repeated use of horse and buggies. The beach was already a favorite to visitors. Population was about 300 people, who mostly farmed and clammed for a living.On Sunday, March 22, 1877, at 'half past 9 o'clock,' Granville welcomed the newly assigned pastor of the Granville Methodist Episcopal Church, William W. Ramsay. At 19 years of age, Ramsay was slated to serve in the church for one year. His success at the helm of church led to another year in Granville, after which he decided to make the village his permanent home.Ramsay and his wife, Eliza S Wood, purchased the land that is 69 Church Street and opened a general store in 1881. In the coming years, Ramsay took greater and greater interest in Granville and eventually arranged a petition to establish a post office. The list of 132 names was passed on to John Kean of Elizabeth, a candidate for Congress. His efforts led to the opening of the post office in 1884, with Mrs. Ramsay serving as its first postmaster. That year, the name Keansburg was adopted.Further development continued with the creation of postcards depicting the village and land purchases, including some key buys by William A. Gehlhaus and the Keansburg Beach Company. A school was built at the cost of $30,000 in 1890 and sat on what is today the corner of Ramsay Avenue and Church Street (now Fallon Manor).After the town's decline, small beach houses were cheaply sold and converted into year-round housing. Efforts to reduce crime seem to be working, slowly but surely, in many areas. Further evidence of a possible comeback include the Keansburg beautification project, building of new condominiums across the street from the boardwalk, the construction of a skateboard park, the hiring of a part-time recreation program director and the opening of the first free-standing public library in the borough. The Keansburg Waterfront Public Library, founded in 2004, is the result of a concerted effort on the part of townspeople and the borough government to provide a high quality library with resources that address the needs and interests of the community. Currently, the library is open on a limited basis and is staffed by a part-time library director, library assistant and two additional part-time pages. In spite of this, the library has seen an overwhelmingly positive response from patrons in the community. Interesting facts The infamous Irish MobsterJimmy Coonanowned a house on Forest Avenue. Defaced statues ofAdolf Hitler, and laterJoseph Stalin, used to be on display in the 'Spook House' on the boardwalk. There was, at one time, aferris wheelon the boardwalk, but it was removed sometime before 2005. James Gandolfini, most famous for his portrayal of Tony Soprano on HBO's hit 'The Sopranos', filmed the movie 'Kiddie Ride' on the Boardwalk and throughout the borough. Movie just went through theSundance Film Festivaland is soon to be released. A memorial to theIrish Potato Faminewas dedicated in Friendship Park on Main Street by theAncient Order of HiberniansVolunteer Pat Torphy Division. Local government Keansburg operates under the Faulkner Act (Council-Manager) form of municipal government. Keansburg is governed by a five-member Borough Council, elected on a non-partisan basis to four-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either two or three seats coming up for election in even years.Members of the Keansburg Borough Council are Anthony DePompa (2012), Lisa Strydio (2012), Arthur Boden (2014), Mayor James Cocuzza, Sr. (2014) and George Hoff (2012). Federal, state and county representation Keansburg is in the Sixth Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 13th Legislative District.New Jersey's Sixth Congressional District is represented by Frank Pallone (D, Long Branch). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Frank Lautenberg (D, Cliffside Park) and Bob Menendez (D, Hoboken).13th district of the New Jersey Legislature, which is represented in the New Jersey Senate by Joseph M. Kyrillos (R, Middletown Township) and in the New Jersey General Assembly by Amy Handlin (R, Middletown Township) and Samuel D. Thompson (R, Old Bridge Township). The Governor of New Jersey is Chris Christie (R, Mendham). The Lieutenant Governor of New Jersey is Kim Guadagno (R, Monmouth Beach).Monmouth County is governed by a five-member Board of Chosen Freeholders. As of 2010[update], Monmouth County's Freeholders are Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry (R, Colts Neck), Freeholder Deputy Director Robert D. Clifton (R, Matawan), John D'Amico, Jr. (D, Oceanport), Amy A. Mallet (D, Fair Haven) and John P. Curley (R, Middletown). Emergency services Keansburg Fire Company #1 was incorporated October 13, 1912. It was the first fire company in town. Located on the corner on Main Street and Manning Place.The New Point Comfort Volunteer Fire Company, located in Keansburg, New Jersey, was organized in 1912 and incorporated on August 2, 1913 at the New Point Comfort Hotel located on Beachway Avenue.The Company was first named the New Point Comfort Chemical Engine Company, of which was later renamed the New Point Comfort Fire Company #1. Having its first building on Oak Street, it later moved on to a larger property at 192 Carr Avenue in the 1950s, where it is currently located.New Point Comfort Volunteer Fire Company is one of two Fire Companies, along with an EMS unit, in the Borough of Keansburg, NJ, that make up the Keansburg Fire Department, which was established in 1923.Two Engines, 1998 e-one Hush and a 2009 e-one Typhoon, and a Fire Police van are housed in the building along with their 1947 Antique Mack Pumper, which was purchased new and used for active firefighting services till the 1970s.In November 1998 the Fire Company established the Keansburg EMS, and housed it on their property where it is now a separate organization which runs itself, responding to over 1,600 calls each year in only a One Square Mile Area. Education Students in kindergarten through twelfth grade are served by the Keansburg School District, an Abbott District. Schools in the district (with 2005-06 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics) are Port Monmouth Road School (PreK-2, 665 students), Joseph C. Caruso School (3-4, 233 students), Joseph R. Bolger Middle School (5-8, 526 students) and Keansburg High School (9-12, 529 students). Private education pre-kindergarten-8th grade is offered by St.Ann School Notable residents Notable current and former residents of Keansburg include:James Coonan(born 1946), former boss ofThe WestiesIrish gang. Jason Mewes(born 1974), actor. Lou Taylor Pucci(born 1985), actor. Horace M. Thorne(1918–1944), awarded theMedal of Honorfor valor duringWorld War II. Barbara Trzeszkowski, former Superintendent of schools, gained notoriety when GovernorJon Corzineattempted to reduce her retirement benefits. Salvatore Naturile, bank robber who was involved in robbery-hostage situation and later shot dead by FBI Special Agents Points of interest Runaway Rapids Waterpark