Proposed Expanded Use of Open Space Fund 

Hillsborough Voters To Decide If Up To 20% Of Future Open Space Tax Revenues Can Be Utilized To Create Recreational Uses On Open Space

Tuesday evening, the Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2013-17 authorizing the Township Committee to place a question on the November General Election ballot for the voters of Hillsborough to decide if a portion of the Open Space Fund can be utilized for improvements of such areas. 

A copy of the adopted ordinance will now be sent to the Somerset County Clerk's Office in preparation of the November ballots. 

The proposed question reads "Shall the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough modify and expand the uses and purposes of the Open Space Trust Fund to allow for not more than 20% of the Open Space Trust Fund Tax collected in any one year to be utilized for the development and, or improvement of Park and Recreation Facilities that are located on property within the Open Space and Park inventory for recreation, conservation and general open space purposes?"

Township Committee Honors Gold Award Scout Allison Gan

Allison Gan, a member of Girl Scout Troop 1096 of the Girl Scouts of New Jersey Council was recently honored at a Township Committee meeting and received a proclamation for earning her Gold Award.  Ms. Gan renovated the Agape House, a homeless shelter in Somerville, New Jersey, to make a home-like atmosphere.  

Congratulations Allison - your hard work and dedication paid off!



Pictured above is Mayor Frank DelCore and Allison Gan

Route 206 Bypass Officially Named "Peter J. Biondi Bypass"

Governor Christie Signs Bill into Law  

 

Last Thursday, Governor Chris Christie signed into law a bill sponsored by State Senator Christopher "Kip" Bateman, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli and Assemblywoman Donna Simon, renaming the Route 206 bypass to the "Peter J. Biondi Bypass".  

On November 10, 2011, Hillsborough Township was deeply saddened by the untimely passing of a dedicated servant, passionate advocate, mentor and dear friend Assemblyman Peter J. Biondi.

Last fall, the Hillsborough Township Municipal Building was renamed to the "Peter J. Biondi Building" during a dedication ceremony that was flanked with family, friends, and State, County and Local Officials, past and present.

SAVE the DATE - Township Campout & Fishing Derby Set for August 2nd at AVM Park    

Mark your calendars - The Annual Family Campout and Fishing Derby is set for Friday, August 2nd at Ann Van Middlesworth Park (AVM).

Enjoy a family night of camping, fishing, fun and games. The evening, which begins at 5 p.m. for the fishing derby and 6 p.m. for the dinner at the campout, includes fishing, games, prizes and live music and is open to all Township residents who've registered in advance. The registration deadline is July 30th.

To register, visit the Parks & Recreation Department here...

Hillsborough Music Festival Set for August 3rd 

On Saturday, August 3rd the Hillsborough Music Festival will take place at the Applebees Parking lot.  The festival is set to run from 2-10pm.  There will be local bands, fine artists, dancers, rappers, singers, crafters and children's activities.  Come out and enjoy a great day of local talent.  For more information, please visit the website www.hillsboroughmusicfestival.org

Military Order of the Purple Heart Ceremony - August 7th 

Wednesday, August 7, 2013 6:30pm Hillsborough Township Garden of Honor

Recreation - Fall Soccer Sign Registration  

Sign up for Fall Soccer NOW and avoid the potential of being put on the waitlist.  Lateness creates larger team rosters which become harder to manage for the coaches OR the child may possibly not get onto a team for the season.  Please register online or at the Parks and Recreation office.

The Hillsborough Rotary Fair, August 13-18th 

The Hillsborough Rotary Fair will take place August 13-18 at the field adjacent to Lowes. Tuesday-Saturday from 6pm-10pm and Sunday from 2pm-8pm.

For more information, click here...

HILLSBOROUGH MIDDLE & AUTEN ROAD SCHOOLS DISCOUNT CARD ON SALE NOW!!

HMS/ARIS 2013-2014 Discount Cards are on sale now at a cost of $10.00 each, with all proceeds going to ARIS and HMS school programs and teacher grants.   The card includes reusable discounts shown below from 36 local businesses; valid through 9/30/14. Additional details are noted on the actual Discount Card.     Special Promotion:  Buy 5 cards, get 1 card free!

If you would like to purchase a discount card, please email Wendy Holt, HMS HSA Discount Card Committee Chairperson, at wenholt@aol.com.  Purchases will be redeemed quickly upon receipt of payment (checks only).  
Please note:  If you have students at either ARIS or HMS, you will be given opportunities to purchase Discount Cards at their respective Open Houses in August, and through fliers distributed the first week of school.
Thank you for your support!

'Choose Your Cover' Skin Cancer Screening, Giveaways, Resources in Bridgewater

July 28 at Duke Island Park, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition (RCDC) of Morris and Somerset counties is sponsoring free skin cancer screening for adults ages 18 and over who are not under the care of a dermatologist on Sunday, July 28, from 5 to 7 p.m., rain or shine. Screening will be at the Somerset County Park Commission's Duke Island Park Visitors Center on a first come, first served basis. No appointment or registration is required.

Directions to Duke Island Park can be found under "Additional Information" on the right-hand side of the page at www.somersetcountyparks.org/parksfacilities/dukeIsland/DukeIslandPk.html

In addition to the screening, giveaways, educational literature and resources will be available. 

Veterans of America Day

Veterans of America Day will be celebrated at TD Bank Ballpark 1 Patriots Park Bridgewater, NJ on Sunday August 18, 2013 at 4pm. After the celebration enjoy the game between the Patriots and the Skeeters at 5:05 pm. Veterans will receive free tickets.

Important Dates To Remember

       
           

       

Hillsborough Twp.

Affinity Federal Credit Union

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2013

Parks & Recreation
Summer Brochure 

Now Available

Registration now ongoing

 

Registration now ongoing

 

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CLERK'S OFFICE
2nd & 4th Tuesdays until 7PM

BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Tuesdays & Thursdays until 7PM