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I also started writing to EB council members. You'll find them on the EB web site also. The mayor e-mailed me again in reponse to my second E-mail,which I stated it sounds more like a pro vs anti gun debate.He said that was absolutely right.EB claims to be all about diversity,how about the council being alittle open minded to suggestions,and at least considering the idea. In your letters to whomever, always mention other towns in NJ that allow the use of their Police Ranges to the public,at least local residents. Keep it going,

To clarify previous post. One week for permit to be issued in East Brunswick, lets get serious, it never happened.

RU kidding.A week in East Brunswick? How long ago was this? It takes at least 3 or 4 days for references to get their letters. Toms River guy, don't believe everything you read.I think the proverbial chain is being pulled.

Thanks. Thats why I'm trying to bolster interest in the opening of the East Brunswick Police Range.

I just received an e-mail from the mayor, he supports the idea, but he has always gotten opposition from the town council.I guess alot of residents would have to convince the town council that this is a beneficial idea. I think when they here guns they get nervous, and to guys like us we approach it as a hobby. I would like to ask the council how much revenue the town obtains from the dog park that they approved to build? The park opened about a year ago. The only thing to do is appeal to the town council. Maybe if enough EB gun owners would write to the Mayor, he would have more leverage. I still think it's a possibility if approached the right way. Thanks

As far as OBRPC goes, its very steel match and event orientated at the outdoor range. Weekends are pretty tied up there. If you want to use the outdoor range,if possible weekdays are best.If your'e heavy into competition its the right place for you.If you're a casual shooter and just shoot for fun this might not be the place

Doe anyone have any info on this club? Thanks

Every township in NJ could use extra revene. As you all know NJ is not the most supportive state for citizen gun rights.I feel that most gun owners in this state feel like its a loosing battle. If some towns are convinced its a successful venture in other towns, they might see opening the range to the public as a good idea. It could be used by township or maybe county residents.Giving up without trying is what the anti gun lobby wants.It started with one handgun a month,whats next? Maybe one gun every 3 months, then maybe every 6 months.I think overtime, finding a place to shoot in NJ is going to get more scarce.I feel the more pressure the shooting community puts on local and state levels we can continue to enjoy our hobby.This reminds me when shooters apply for permits. Some shooters wait a few months, some people wait 2 weeks. There is no continuity in this state when it comes to gun rights.Thats why I presented the fact to local officials that other towns in NJ open their police ranges for public use, why can't another.As I mentioned in previous posts, there are at least 5 townships that allow their police range for public use.I hope supporters of privately owned shooting facilities don't find this a threat to their businesses. I feel there can't be enough places to shoot in NJ.

I never expected it to be a simple process.Thats why I provided the township with the name of police ranges in NJ that do open certain days to the public so they could inquire about the feasibility of such an undertaking.I know there are details to work out,but I think its worth it for them to explore their options when it's costing them hundreds of thousands at a loss annually. The initial cost of the EB facility cost over a million dollars.EB thought that other towns PD would rent it out,but most PD go to Fort Dix to qualify. The building lays there unused the majority of the time,its a touchy subject in EB.I just thought to throw the idea out there hoping to start some momentum.

There is a very nice shooting facility in East Brunswick, for official use only.I've inquired several times with the proper authorities on letting the public use it where it would not interfere with any police training.I was told that it would be taken into consideration.That response came a year ago.The range is under used and is operating at a loss for over 5 years.I think if enough people showed an interest in this facility, it would be taken more seriously for public use. There are at least 5 other NJ townships that allow public range use. I did mention this at the time I inquired about this subject. East Brunswick Township has a website just click on Depts and write to the mayor, maybe with enough interest it could happen. Thanks http://www.eastbrunswick.org/