Honorable Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. opens the meeting by telling the overflow crowd that "We're going to try and get through this quickly".

Reverend Mark Devlin of Holy Family Catholic Church leads the crowd in prayer.

Senator Samuel Thompson administers the Oath of Office to newly re-elected Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. as his family members witness the ceremony.

Councilman Lou Andreuzzi is sworn in by Monmouth Cty. Freeholder Lillian Burry after winning re-election in the fall of 2011 as his family joins in.

Councilwoman Cherlanne Roche is sworn in by Assemblywoman Amy Handlin after winning her first full term election as her family joins in.

Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. and Council President Albin J. Wicki present a plaque to Senator Samuel Thompson after his 14 years of service.

The 2011 Fire Chiefs Award was presented to Allen Wilson by Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. and Fire Department liasion Councilwoman Cherlanne Roche.

EMS Chief Carlos Rodiguez was not able to attend but this plaque was accepted in his honor by EMS Lt. Maryanne Grabley.

Councilman Charles Cocuzza and Police Chief Scott Woolley present Sgt. Charles Ervin with a Life Saving Commendation for his actions after a accident

Police Department Sergeant John Gunich is presented with a "Meritorious Service Award" from Chief Woolley and Councilman Cocuzza

Police Chief Scott Woolley presents all of the Borough School Crossing Guards with "Letters of Appreciation" for their outstanding efforts.

Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. and Councilwoman Roche present an award to Fire Department President William Perez to show appreciation to the Honor Guard.

Counciman Victor Tuberion presents a 2011 Citizen of the Year Award to Firefighter Mr. Joseph Koisa after 50 years of serving the community.

Councilman Lou Andreuzzi presents a Citizen of the Year Award to Mr. Bart Sutton for the endless hours in research and dedication he has done.

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden swears in 2012 Union Beach Fire Department Chief Robert LaBerta

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden poses with the 2012 Union Beach Fire Department Chief Robert LaBerta.

Sheriff Shaun Golden swears in Fire Department Chiefs Al Lewandowski, Ron Burkhardt,Jr and Dean Stoppiello.

Monmouth County Freeholder Director John Curley and Councilman Lou Andreuzzi swear in the 2012 EMS (First Aid) Officers.

Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator John Harriott is sworn in for 2012 by Mon. Cty Clerk Claire French as Coordinator Michael Harriott looks on.

Municipal Clerk Anne Marie Friscia did a great job in preparing for this annual event and is shown here as busy as ever!

Monmouth County Clerk Claire French swears in Borough Attorney John Lane.

Borough Council President Albin J. Wicki is sworn in by Borough Attorney John Lane.

Councilman Lou Andreuzzi is a seasoned veteran on both the Borough Council and Planning Board and comes with the credentials to support both.

Senator Sam Thompson, Freeholder Lillian Burry, Monmouth Cty Clerk Claire French pose with our Planning Board Chairman Chuck Steiner.

2012 Citizen of the Year Fireman Mr. Joe Koisa poses with Deputy Fire Chief and Monmouth County Fire Marshall Dean Stoppiello after the event.

Newly elected Councilwoman Cherlanne Roche commends a Fire Department officer on the great job they did in 2011.

Honorable Mayor Paul J. Smith, Jr. is shown with his wife, Sharon Smith, Paul's father, Paul Smith, Sr. and Pauls sister during the closing moments.