Road Construction Updates:   

• Sunnymead Road will be closed between Camplain Road and Weston Road for bridge repair.  Detours are posted.  Please plan accordingly.   


• East Mountain Road has been reopened.  

Township Committee Honors Three Eagle Scouts:  Vinay Alexander Ravinder, Justin Phillip Mahalsky and Wesley Haines Anderson        

Hillsborough Township honored three Eagle Scouts of Troop 489 with proclamations for earning the prestigious achievement of Eagle Scout.
Vinay Alexander Ravinder's project was designing and installing a paver-block walkway in the memorial garden at the First United Methodist Church in Somerville, NJ, one of the oldest churches in the area.

Justin Phillip Mahalsky's project involved designing and renovating the Hillsborough High School Senior Courtyard.

Wesley Haines Anderson's project consisted of designing and building four carts used to assist in the transformation of a gymnasium to and from an auditorium, by means of transporting and storing stacking, non-folding chairs at the Home Front a non-profit organization in Lawrenceville, NJ.

Congratulations!

Picture #1:  Mayor Doug Tomson and Eagle Scout Vinay Alexander Ravinder
Picture #2:  Mayor Doug Tomson and Eagle Scout Justin Phillip Mahalsky
Picture #3:  Mayor Doug Tomson and Wesley Haines Anderson's mom, as Wesley was unavailable to attend the meeting because he is away on an internship

Senior B Luncheon       

Committeewoman Gloria McCauley and Administrator Anthony Ferrera recently attended Senior Chapter B's Spring Luncheon.

Pictured above:  Co-President Ed Bertin, Director of Social Services Ron Skobo, Co-President Nancy Bertin, Committeewoman Gloria McCauley and Administrator Anthony Ferrera.

Hillsborough Township's 2014 Independence Day Fireworks Set for June 28th     

Mayor Doug Tomson announced at Tuesday's meeting that the Hillsborough Independence Day Fireworks Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 28th. 

"We look forward each year to this great community event," stated Mayor Doug Tomson during his announcement at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting.

This year's celebration will feature:
*    A spectacular fireworks display    
*    The famous "food tent"
*    Inflatable rides
*    DJ for musical entertainment
*    Volleyball, face painting and more

The famous "food tent" will include local delights for purchase; hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, chicken, kettle corn and refreshments.

The festivities begin at 5pm at the Auten Road Intermediate School field. As in years past, shuttle busses will be available, beginning at 4:30p.m., from both the Hillsborough Middle School and High School parking lots.

The rain date is Sunday, June 29th.

Hillsborough Township Summer Camp Starts Monday, June23rd 

Registration for Summer Camp is still open. 

 

Click here to visit the Recreation website.

 

Hillsborough Recreation Summer Camps are open June 23 to August 15, with an extended two-week camp from August 18 to 29.  Hillsborough Recreation Summer Camps are fun, affordable, and close to home.   Registration for the Summer Camps is now open.   

 

This summer, we are returning to Auten Road and Amsterdam Schools for our 5-11 year old campers!  The Middle School camp is open to children ages 12-14, while Tiny Camp is a special half-day camp with weekly themes for our 4 and 5 year old campers.

 

Caring and well-trained staff members supervise children and provide a wide variety of activities and programming including arts and crafts, non-competitive games and sports, recreational play, and outdoor activities.  Campers make new friends, create memories, and most of all, have fun!

 

Day trips include bowling, swimming, ice skating, and Minor League Baseball trips.  The Middle School Camp also goes to the beach, a Major League Baseball game, laser tag, and river tubing on the Delaware.  These trips are additional fees, but are optional; counselors will also be at camp.

Complete information regarding camp locations, activities, trips, and fees and registration is available on the Parks and Recreation website (www.hillsboroughnjrecreation.org). 

 

Reminder to all Residents - Sign up for Honeywell Instant Alert Messaging and Be Informed      

Earlier this year, Hillsborough Township rolled out the Honeywell Alert Notification System to Township residents.  

"Communicating with the residents of Hillsborough Township and keeping them informed and involved helps to ensure public safety as well as increased involvement in our community," stated Mayor Doug Tomson at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting.   

The Honeywell Instant Alert system will be used to deliver brief, informational messages to residents via text message, email and phone message.  Messages will range in nature from updates on upcoming events to emergency notifications and closures.  In order for the system to be effective, residents are asked to sign up and maintain the accuracy of the contact information on the profile page.

Summer Recreation - Registration Open

Registration for Summer Recreation Activities is now open!  Take a look at our brochure for a complete listing and information for all Summer youth programs, adult programs, swim lessons, tennis lessons, golf camps, summer camps, and the family camp out and fishing derby.  Online registration is available on the Parks & Recreation website. 

 

For the brochure, click here...  

RideConnect Program Provides Subsidized Rides For Senior Citizens and Residents With Special Needs    

Hillsborough residents who are 65 years and older, or 18 years and older with special needs, are eligible for subsidized rides through the RideConnect program from RideWise.  This service uses screened, professional drivers to provide door-to-door transportation services.  After residents enroll as members in the program and establish a prepaid transportation account, they are able to schedule appointments for rides. Travel destinations can be anywhere within Somerset County or up to five miles outside of the county borders.  Program participants pay an annual membership fee of $40.  As rides are taken, $3.00 per mile is deducted from their prepaid transportation account.  

2014 Summer Reading Clubs Registration @ Your Library Begins on June 16!    

Readers of all ages will explore the world of science this summer as the Hillsborough Public Library presents its 2014 Summer Reading Clubs! Registration begins June 16 and continues throughout the summer! Our reading clubs include the 'Read With Me Club' (birth through age 4), the 'Fizz, Boom, Read!' Kids Club (entering grades K-5), the 'Spark a Reaction' Teen Club (entering grades 6-12), and the 'Literary Elements' Adult Club (ages 18+). There will be a variety of fun and interesting programs, trivia questions, and raffles all summer long!!

Weis of Hillsborough to Hold Job Fair        

When: Saturday 6/28/14, 9am to 1pm.
Where:  Weis of Hillsborough, 315 Route 206

Free Seminar for Persons with Disabilities & Their Caregivers: How to Prepare for Emergencies       

Somerset County Freeholder Deputy Director Mark Caliguire invites residents with disabilities and their caregivers to attend a free emergency-preparedness seminar next month.

"We've experienced two major storms here in New Jersey just in the past three years," said Freeholder Caliguire, public health and safety liaison.  "It's important that every household have an emergency plan in place.  This seminar will address the special needs of residents with disabilities and guide them and their caregivers in preparing such a plan."

The program will be offered twice on Thursday, July 10, from noon to 2 p.m. and again from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training Academy at 402 Roycefield Road.  Space is limited.  To register, call Sharon Capehart at 908-541-5726 or email her at capehart@co.somerset.nj.us

First Annual COL STANLEY L. LAPIDOW SCHOLARSHIP Fundraiser Ride & BBQ      

The Sworn Patriots Motorcycle Club (SPMC), along with the Association of the United States Army (AUSA), proudly present the 1st Annual Col. Stanley L. Lapidow Scholarship Fundraiser Motorcyle Ride & BBQ

Join us on Saturday August 9th, 2014 at the Lapidow Residence, 14 Warner Drive, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 for a motorcycle ride followed by an afternoon of food, beer, fun, music, and games!

Can't make the ride, consider a donation by visiting www.crowdrise.com/lapidowfund

Important Dates To Remember

       
            

       

Hillsborough Twp.

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