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Welcome to the June edition of the Bordentown Township Banner! |
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Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
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Save the Date! Bordentown Green Fair
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Trenton Thunder's Hometown Hero’s Night
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Save the Date!
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Save the Date!
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Your Township Government UpdateCongratulations to Anthony Nagle who was recently promoted to the level of Sergeant in the Bordentown Township Police Department! Sgt. Nagle is a highly decorated nine-year veteran of the BTPD that is well regarded as a hard worker and exceptional police officer. Best of luck to Sgt. Nagle in his new position.
Sergeant Anthony Nagle The Township also welcomes Amy Antelis! Amy will work in Police administration on a part-time basis. The Township adopted its 2023 Municipal Budget. The budget was challenging this year due to pension and insurance increases along with the rising costs of fuel, utilities, and supplies. Revenues also decreased mainly due to delinquent taxes of a few large parcels. In addition, the Township’s overall equalized assessed valuation increased. The average home value is now $242,918. The proposed 2023 budget has an increase of 2 cents which increases the municipal tax rate from .563 to .583. The Township continues to maintain a healthy surplus which helped minimize the tax increase. Relative to neighboring and comparable municipalities, the Township’s effective tax rate falls in the lower range. Tax bills with the new rate will be sent out late this summer. An updated and reorganized Municipal Code is now in effect! The Code is the body of the Township’s written body of laws. An up-to-date Code ensures that obsolete, outdated references are cleaned up, keeps new laws from conflicting with existing code regulations and State statutes and provides constituents and municipal officials with a quick and accurate resource to get the information they need. View the link to the Bordentown Township Municipal Code. This link is also accessible from the homepage of the Bordentown Township website and from the Clerk’s department page. Any newly adopted ordinances are listed under “New Laws” until being annually codified. The architectural design of the new Municipal Complex complete with elevations was presented at the May 22nd Township Committee meeting. To keep up to date on the progress of the new building and see the proposed drawings, check the Township website, by visiting this link bordentowntownship.com/new_municipal_complex. The building specifications are soon to be developed with the plan of going out for bid on the construction by the end of 2023. A contract was awarded to Arawak Paving Company, Inc. for the resurfacing of Groveville Road from Route 206 to Northern Community Park. The project will include a pedestrian crosswalk at Klein Drive. Work will be starting shortly.
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Your Township Community Development UpdatesThe Planning Board met on May 11 and approved an application made by Habitat for Humanity for an amended variance approval for the duplexes currently being constructed on Thorntown Lane and Crosswicks Road. The Planning Board carried an application made by New Cingular Wireless until the June 8 meeting date to allow for the applicant to work through some technical items with the Board Professionals. An application was also heard regarding Foggia Restaurant Group, LLC’s expansion of the existing restaurant/catering facility (Lucca Ristorante) for a restaurant/event center. The Board asked for some additional detail and the application was carried until the June 8 meeting. Want to stay informed on development happening in Bordentown Township? Bookmark our pending Planning Board applications page which lists applications as they are submitted, provides links to the materials submitted, and lists which meeting the application will be heard. As we approach the warmer months and home improvement projects begin that zoning permit applications are typically required in addition to construction permits for most outdoor projects. This includes the placement of a dumpster regardless of whether it is located on street or on your property. Unsure if you need a zoning permit? Call our office to confirm at 609-298-2800 ext. 2113. The Township Committee adopted a Tree Removal ordinance in August of 2022. If you are seeking to remove trees from your property, be sure to contact the Community Development office to see if the scope of your project requires a tree removal permit application. |
Bordentown Township Shredder Day RecapBordentown Township shredded 5,940 pounds of paper at our recent Spring Shredder Day! Thank you to our wonderful volunteers and to the residents of Bordentown City and Township for helping to make this event a success. See you in September for our Fall Shredder event!
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Bordentown Community Garden UpdateBordentown Township Deputy Mayor Fuzy recently teamed up with SEWA of Chesterfield and SEWA of Cherry Hill to plant the Community Garden. All organic produce will be donated to local food pantries. The Township thanks all the volunteers for their support! View more photos on the Bordentown Township Facebook Page.
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Thank you for attending the Annual Memorial Day CeremonyThank you to our Bordentown Township veterans, active military service members, and to our community for participating and attending our 9th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony.
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Summer HoursTown Hall will be starting summer hours following Memorial Day through Labor Day. Starting Tuesday, May 30 Township offices will open at 8 a.m. and close at 4:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, Town Hall will be open from 8 a.m. to noon. Bordentown Township Public Works will also switch to summer hours on Tuesday, May 30. Public works will be open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
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Bordentown Township Police Department
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Interested in Volunteering For Habitat for Humanity?There are volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups. Check out this link for more information. |
Veteran State and County Medal ApplicationVeterans interested in learning how to get their State and County Medals can access easy-to-fill-out forms on the Bordentown Township website. The Veteran Advisory Committee hopes this allows eligible veterans easier access to their earned medals. Please contact [email protected] for assistance with filling out the forms.
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Veteran Advisory Committee Offers
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Bordentown Township Public Works Offers Brush Pick-UpBordentown Township Public Works is offering brush pick-up for residents. Scheduled brush pick-ups take place every Tuesday. Call 609-291-2133 to schedule your pick-up. View the list of requirements for accepted brush and how to schedule your pick-up by visiting this link. |
Bulk Waste Collection - Call in for Pick Up by Thursday!Residents must call to schedule a bulk waste collection. Call 609-291-2133 or send an email with your address and the types of items to be collected. Bulk waste collection will still be twice a month and, depending on the zone in which you live, bulky items will either be collected the 1st and 3rd & Mondays of the month (Zone 1) or the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month (Zones 2 and 3). Due to the upcoming summer hours, requests for the Monday bulk pick up must be received by 3 p.m. the Thursday before. Find your zone and see the schedule by visiting this link or scanning the QR code. Bordentown Township thanks you for your cooperation!
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Upcoming June Meetings:For agendas and last-minute changes or cancellations, be sure to check the agenda and minutes page on the Bordentown Township website. Township Committee Meetings: Planning Board Meetings: Environmental Commission Meeting: Senior Citizen Club Meetings: Veteran Advisory Committee Meetings |
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Civic ReadyResidents are encouraged to sign up for CivicReady alerts from Burlington County. Receive real-time alerts and notifications when you sign up. Learn more by visiting this link.
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Helpful LinksBordentown Township Website: www.bordentowntownship.com |