News from Township of Hillsborough

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Issue: 2013-43

November 1, 2013

REMINDER: Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3rd at 2AM Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour.

Reminder: this is a good time to change your batteries for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

Overnight NJDOT re-paving project on Route 206 from the north side of Montgomery Township through Hillsborough continues. Residents and travelers are urged to plan accordingly.
Please allow extra travel time through the area.
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Route 206 By Pass Opening

State and Local officials were on hand to welcome Governor Chris Christie to Hillsborough for the road opening

Earlier this week a the service road off of Amwell Road connecting to the mid-section of the Route 206 By Pass was transformed to a gathering place for Governor Chris Christie and many local officials to open Phase One of the Peter J. Biondi By Pass. Hillsborough Township Mayor Frank DelCore welcomed the guests and recounted many of the late Assemblyman's contributions to the community. Affectionately known as "Mr. Hillsborough", Assemblyman Peter Biondi was a tireless and dedicated public servant.

"This bypass is a vital part of our Economic Development. Not only will the bypass lessen congestion and traffic along the existing Route 206 but will also pave the way toward the future Town Center that is envisioned in our Township Master Plan," stated Mayor DelCore during his opening remarks.

The Mayor thanked the Christie Administration, the NJDOT, the local Legislators, his colleagues on the Township Committee and Township employees for their diligence in making this vision a reality.
Honored guests include the late Assemblyman's wife, Joan Biondi and her family along with various dignitaries. Speakers for the event in addition to Mayor DelCore were Governor Chris Christie, Senator Kip Bateman, and NJDOT Commissioner James Simpson.

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Fun Family Night A Success

The 3rd Annual Family Fun Night sponsored by the Red Ribbon Committee, the Mayor's Wellness Campaign and the Municipal Alliance was a well attended community event. The "Healthy Me is Drug Free" theme resonated throughout the various displays and events during the night. Over 400 students accompanied by their parents and guardians attended last Friday night's event. In addition, 17 local organizations and businesses also incorporated the "Healthy Me is Drug Free" theme into their demonstrations, which ranged from fitness obstacle courses to healthy snack demonstrations. Proceeds from the event go to help fund future drug awareness and prevention activities within the community.

Pictured above: Mayor Frank DelCore along with Andrew the "King" and Heather the "Queen" of the Night

Mayor's Wellness Joins the Central Jersey Heart Walk

Last month the American Heart Association hosted the Central Jersey Heart Walk in Johnson Park in Piscataway to raise awareness and funds for Heart Disease. Hillsborough Township Mayor Frank DelCore and his Mayor's Wellness Team participated in the annual event and are pictured above.

Township Committee Recognizes Skater Tess Thiele

Hillsborough High School Junior Tess Thiele was selected as a finalist in the 2013 National Solo Ice Dance Championship in Colorado Springs; she was qualified in the highest competitive levels. Tess Thiele is a Triple Gold Medalist in figure skating. Coached by Olympian, Elisa Spitz Iuliano, Tess Thiele had completed her gold medal tests in three disciplines: moves in the field, pattern dance, and solo free dance. The Mayor and the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough recognized Tess Thiele and her devotion and excellence in her figure skating awards and her unwavering dedication and sportsmanship.

Pictured above: Deputy Mayor Doug Tomson and Tess Thiele

Hillsborough Township & Affinity Federal Credit Union Issue Fall Grants

Five different youth, senior and non-profit organizations all received grant awards through the Hillsborough Rewards Visa Credit Card Program at Tuesday's Township Committee Meeting. Representatives from the organizations were present to accept the ceremonial check presented by Deputy Mayor Doug Tomson and the Credit Card Advisory Committee.

The total amount awarded Tuesday evening was $3,425 which brought the total awards for 2013 to $12,154. Since inception the Hillsborough Rewards Card has issued a total of $27,073 in grants to youth, senior and local non-profit organizations.

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16th District Legislature Presents Resolution to Library

Last month the Hillsborough Branch of the Somerset County Library System celebrated its 47th Birthday. Senator Kip Bateman, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli and Assemblywoman Donna Simon of the 16th District presented the Library with a Joint Legislative Resolution commemorating the event.

Pictured above: Diane Valentine, Cindy Dietzman, Assemblywoman Donna Simon, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, Ziyan Wang, Senator Kip Bateman, Larry Sapienza, Jean Hummel, Joanne Golomb, Alicia Chen, Manju Mahajan and Oman Thomas.

Use Sample Ballot for Polling Location

General Election is Tuesday, November 5th - Polls Open 6am

The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013. Polls are open from 6a.m. to 8p.m., in accordance with New Jersey State Law.

Please utilize your sample ballot that is mailed to you in advance of the Election to determine your polling location and voting district. See the attached picture of the sample ballot with voting district and polling location address. This information is printed on the front cover of the sample ballot. Polling locations were changed earlier this year and polling locations do have multiple voting districts. To expedite your voting experience bring your sample ballot to the polls with you on Election Day.

Polling Location Districts Address

Neshanic Reformed Church 1, 8, 30 715 Amwell Road

Volunteer Fire Co. #3 9, 11, 20, 25, 27 324 Woods Road

Mary, Mother of God Church 2, 13, 14, 16, 19, 33 157 South Triangle Road

Hillsborough High School 4, 18, 22, 23, 31 466 Raider Blvd

Hillsborough Middle School 5, 6, 7, 12, 17 260 Triangle Road

Municipal Building 3, 10, 15, 21, 24, 26, 379 South Branch Road

28, 29, 32

Motorists Urged to be Cautious for Deer on Roads

Chief Paul Kaminsky of the Hillsborough Police Department urges Township motorists to be cautious of deer on Township roadways. Please see the attached for more information.

New Jersey state officials are urging motorists to be on the alert for white-tailed deer on the roadways with the arrival of the fall breeding season, especially during the morning and evening commutes when visibility may be poor and deer activity is likely to be higher.

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CERT Training Coming to Hillsborough

CERT, Community Emergency Response Team, is an all-hazard, all-risk training program designed to teach volunteers how to protect themselves, their families, their neighbors and their communities during a disaster situation. CERT training promotes a partnership between emergency services and the community.

Deputy Mayor Doug Tomson announced at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting that "Somerset County CERT will be offering a training course in November at the Somerset County Emergency Service Training Academy, located at 402 Roycefield Road in Hillsborough."

Hillsborough residents who are interested in volunteering on the CERT, are encouraged to attend the training, which will run on November 12, 14, 20 and 21 from 7-10pm and on November 17 and 23 from 9am until 5pm.

The training program is free to residents of Somerset County and is limited to the first 50 registered students.

"Members of the CERT are very valuable to our community during times of disaster as became evident during Sandy and we encourage interested residents to be trained and join the Hillsborough CERT," concluded Deputy Mayor Doug Tomson.

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Recycling Calendar: 'First Saturday,' Tire Drop-off, Holiday Closings in November

First Saturday of the Month' Drop-off

Somerset County residents can take advantage of the next First Saturday of the Month Drop-off event to clean up around their homes on Nov. 2 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Somerset County Recycling Center, located at 40 Polhemus Lane, Bridgewater, N.J. 08807.

First Saturday drop-off events enable busy residents to recycle tires, clean textiles and usual curbside items in one fell swoop, as well as help people in the community who are less fortunate by donating food items for a local food bank.

As part of the program, residents can drop off up to eight tires - with or without rims, scrap metal, used motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze and usual curbside materials, including chipboard items and plastic bottles and containers, marked #1 through #7. Chipboard includes gift, shoe, shirt and all retail boxes, as well as cereal, cookie, pasta, cake and cracker boxes, without the plastic liners. Also poster board, backing from writing pads and empty, dried-out steel paint cans are accepted.

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Volunteers Needed for Cancer Prevention Study Nov. 6 at Somerset Medical Center

What if you could prevent even one family member from hearing the words, "You have cancer?"

Volunteers are needed to participate in the American Cancer Society's historic, nationwide Cancer Prevention Study (CPS-3) to help researchers better understand the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that cause or prevent cancer. Participants may enroll in the study on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at Somerset Medical Center.

"Somerset Medical Center is proud to partner with the American Cancer Society for this historic study," said Kathleen Toomey, MD, medical director of The Steeplechase Cancer Center at Somerset Medical Center. "Ongoing clinical research is an important part of our efforts to fight cancer, giving us greater knowledge about what causes and what can control or prevent the disease. We encourage members of our community to join us in this fight by participating in the cancer prevention study."

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Teens Invited to Free 'Many Faces' Leadership Conference

Registration Deadline is Nov. 12

Somerset County teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to attend Somerset County's 17th annual Youth Conference on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. The theme this year is "Many Faces." The conference is sponsored by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Somerset County Youth Council.

The conference will be held in the first-floor conference room of the Human Services Building, located at 27 Warren St., Somerville, N.J. 08876. Admission is free, but participants are asked to bring a can of food, which will be donated to the Food Bank Network of Somerset County. Admission includes refreshments.

Certificates will be awarded to participants for two hours of community-service learning. Seating is limited to the first 75 students who register by the Nov. 12 deadline.

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Important Dates To Remember

November 6