As a prosecutor, he took a particularly strong position against substance abuse and served on the American Bar Association Committee on Drugs. Among many awards, he received the Special Award of Honor by the Internatioanal Narcotics Enforcement Officers Association. His interest in this are is unflagging. Although a national figure, his effort in this event touched his alma mater. He graciously came to speak to parents and students in support of local efforts of the Beach Schools and our Municipal Alliance.
Prosecutors enforce many aspects of law.
Mr. Holzapfel was aggressive in civil rights, enviromental issues and crime prevention. He has been recognized by the N.A.A.C.P., countless law enforcement organizations and many local organizations for his enthusiastic and effective leadership in law enforcement. In addition to his official duties, he has volunteered hours and hours to organizations in the service of the community. These include service on the Point Pleasant Board of Education, with the Ocean County Boy Scout, for the Ocean County Family Planning Program, as a Trustee at Ocean County College and as a Trustee of the Ocean County Bar Association. He is also an advisor to Governor Whitman and served on her transition team.