Welcome to the May edition of the Bordentown Township Banner! |
Memorial Day CeremonyJoin Bordentown Township for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 30 at 11 a.m. at the Bordentown Cemetery located at 210 Crosswicks Road. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the Senior Community Center located at 3 Municipal Drive. |
2nd Quarter Taxes Due by Tuesday, May 10Tax payments for the 2nd quarter of 2022 must be received by Tuesday, May 10 at 4:30 p.m. to avoid incurring interest charges back to May 1. Payments can be mailed (if received by May 10, not postmarked), brought in or dropped off in the secure lock box located in the lobby by the elevator. Taxes may also be paid online. If you have any questions, contact the Tax Office at 609-298-2800 x2016 or email [email protected]. |
Your Township Government UpdatesThe Township welcomed Roberto Sanchez Jr. as a new Township Police Officer. Additionally, Francine Houston joins the Township as a new Violations Clerk servicing the joint Bordentown Township and Chesterfield Township Municipal Court. The Township Committee adopted the 2022 Municipal Budget at its April 25 meeting. The total budget is $16,070,000 and the municipal tax rate will be 57.3 cents per $100 of assessed value. This municipal tax rate is nearly identical to the municipal tax rate in 2018 when the rate was 57.2 cents per $100 of assessed value. Compared to 2021, the average homeowner’s municipal taxes will increase by $38 for the entire year. Given the challenges faced with COVID-19, including decreases in overall revenue and balancing the need for continued growth of Township services, the Committee and staff believe the 2022 budget is fiscally prudent. Although the budget is a spending plan for the current year, they must be formulated with a look to the future. Adhering to a strict financial plan has led to the successful stabilization of the municipal tax rate. The goal is for long term financial health. A location for the new Municipal Complex has been selected! After much consideration, it has been decided to build the new complex on the site of its current location at 1 Municipal Drive. The Committee appreciates all of the input from the public – everyone from the March 2020 scoping hearing to the ad hoc subcommittee – both comprised of residents who reviewed multiple locations. Stay tuned as plans for financing and designing the building will soon begin in earnest. The Township Committee is proud to announce that it has entered into a new Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public Works staff who are members of AFSCME. The new agreement will be in effect for three years until the end of 2024. In April, the Township Committee adopted ordinances to:
Full copies of all adopted resolutions and ordinances are attached to the meeting minutes which are posted on the website. Copies can also be provided by the Township Clerk ([email protected] or 609-298-2800 x2108). |
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Upcoming Shredder DaysSaturday, May 7 – Sponsored by Bordentown Township Bordentown Township’s Shredder Day is set to take place Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. - Noon at the Township’s Public Works Garage. Bordentown City and Township residents can prepare for Shredder Day by reviewing the below safety guidelines:
Please be reminded that Shredder Day is for household shredding only – no businesses! Sunday, May 15 – Sponsored by Burlington County A paper shredding event will be held on Sunday, May 15 at the Burlington County Resource Recovery Complex. Burlington County residents only. See the graphic for more details. |
Register to Vote before the Primary ElectionThe last day to register to vote before the Primary Election is Tuesday, May 17. Eligible 17-18 year old high school students in our communities are able to register for the upcoming 2022 Primary Election. Learn more about student voter registration and voting. Click here to register to vote online. For more local election information, visit our website or contact the Township Clerk at 609-298-2800 x2108 or [email protected]. |
Help Design the Waterfront ParkIn 2020, Bordentown Township acquired 72 acres of land along the Delaware River. We are currently working with the State to develop plans for a destination park for passive recreation and conservation… but we need YOUR help! Submit your input by completing this online survey. |
Supporting Native Pollinators:
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Bordentown Township Green Fair
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New Jersey's Bag Ban Begins this MonthNew Jersey’s Bag Ban will begin this month. Bring your own reusable bags when you shop and learn more now. The Township has a limited amount of reusable cloth bags available at the Municipal Building. Visit the Clerk or Tax Collector’s Office when you stop by! |
Public Works RemindersFriendly reminder that yard and grass clippings should be bagged and placed in your garbage can for regular trash pick-up. Yard and grass clippings are NOT suitable for bulk pick up. Please note that Public Works does not accept grass clippings. As Memorial Day falls on the 5th Monday of the month, there will be no changes to either trash or recycling pick up due to the holiday. |
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Sign Up for Nixle Text AlertsSign up for Nixle text alerts to receive real-time emergency notifications regarding road closures, traffic issues and more. Text “08505” to “88877” to opt in! |
Pick Up Your No Knock StickerAs the weather is getting warmer, solicitors may start knocking on doors. Please be reminded that residents can pick up ‘No Knock’ stickers from the Municipal Building during normal business hours. For more information, residents can contact the Township Clerk at [email protected] or call 609-298-2800 x2108. Solicitors are required to be permitted by the Clerk’s Office after a background check is performed by the Police Department. A listing of current approved solicitors can be found here. |
Easter Egg Hunt RecapBordentown Township’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Northern Community Park was a huge success! Thanks to all of our Township friends and families who came out and joined in on the Easter fun! |
Happy Mother’s DayWishing a very happy Mother’s Day to our Township residents, friends and families! |
Memorial Day ClosureThe Bordentown Township Municipal Offices will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. |
An Update to Bordentown Township’s Summer HoursPlease note that the Township Town Hall will be moving to summer hours starting Tuesday, May 31. Town Hall has updated the summer hours for 2022 with the following hours: Mondays – Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., and Fridays from 8 a.m. - Noon. |
Upcoming May Meetings:Please be sure to check the Bordentown Township website for any changes or meeting cancellations. The Township May Meeting Schedule is as follows: Township Committee Meetings: Planning Board Meetings: Senior Meeting: Environmental Commission Meeting: |
Employment OpportunityBordentown Township is seeking a full-time Laborer in the Public Works Department. Applicants must complete an employee application and return either via email to [email protected] or in person at 266 Crosswicks Road, Bordentown Township. Deadline for applications is Tuesday, May 31, 2022. View the job description and apply today. |