Hillsborough Township is Recognized for Implementing a "Complete Streets Policy"

Hillsborough Township was recently recognized by Healthier Somerset for committing to create and implement a Complete Streets Policy, enabling safe access to all road users including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit vehicles and motorists. A Complete Street is defined as a means to provide safe access for all users by designing and operating a comprehensive, integrated, connected multi-modal network of transportation options.

"As the Hillsborough Community continues to grow, it is important to ensure multi-modal, safe access throughout the Township," stated Mayor Doug Tomson.

Serena Collado, Director of Community Health, RWJUH Somerset, commented, "Hillsborough Township's support of New Jersey Department of Transportation's Complete Streets initiative shows its commitment to health and wellness. By enacting resolutions to adopt Complete Streets, Hillsborough fosters safe roadways for vehicles and pedestrians while creating an environment for active lifestyles in which pedestrians may walk, run or bike.

"RideWise TMA is proud to recognize the efforts Hillsborough has made in adopting the 4th Complete Streets Policy in Somerset County, NJ. Complete Streets ensure that when roads are constructed, or rebuilt, they are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users. The ability for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders of all ages and abilities to move safely along and across a Complete Street should be the goal of every municipality. Hillsborough residents should be proud of the commitment their town has made toward creating safer streets for everyone," Linda Rapacki, RideWise TMA Marketing Manager.

Township Committee Honors Taysha Gateau-Barrera as Triangle Elementary School's Teacher of the Year

Triangle Elementary School teacher Taysha Gateau-Barrera was recently honored at a Township Committee Meeting with a Proclamation for being chosen as the Teach of the Year for Triangle Elementary School.  

Pictured:  Mayor Doug Tomson and Ms. Taysha Gateau-Barrera

Hillsborough Township Recognizes Three Additional  Businesses            

Businesses recognized this past week were:

• Walko Automotive
• Larken Associates
• Adam & Eve Salon

Pictured left: Mayor Tomson and Jacki Daughtry
Pictured center: Mayor Tomson and Robert Marek
Pictured right: Mayor Tomson and Andrew Walko  

Township Committee Supports the Resource Center and the Purple Purse Challenge

The Resource Center of Somerset has been accepted into the Allstate Foundation sponsored Purple Purse Challenge. They are in turn challenge the community to join and help domestic violence victims.

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Pictured above:   Committeeman Frank DelCore, Committeeman Carl Suraci, Development Coordinator for the Resource Center Veronica Finlay, Mayor Doug Tomson, Committeewoman Gloria McCauley and Deputy Mayor Greg Burchette.

Applications Being Accepted for the Hillsborough Affinity FCU Credit Card Grant Program - Deadline is September 26

Non-profit Senior and Youth Organizations All Benefit

The grant application process is currently open for grant applications through the Hillsborough Township Credit Card Grant Program. Applications can be found online at www.hillsborough-nj.org or at the Administrator's office. Completed applications must be returned to the Administrator's office by September 26, 2014 to be considered for funding through the grant award program.

The credit card program, allows individuals to sign up for a special Hillsborough Township reward credit card and a percentage of the amount of usage on the card is returned to the Hillsborough Credit Card trust fund, where it is distributed to various Township non-profit senior citizen groups and youth organization through the grant application process. 

Department of Environmental Protection to Hold Job Fair for Military Veterans on Sept 17th 

Register for the Second Annual Small Business Expo at Hillsborough Public Library  

The Hillsborough Public Library is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring their second annual Small Business Expo on Saturday, September 27th, 2014 from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.  

The library is accepting applications for vendor booths, with preference given to small businesses that have been registered with Hillsborough Township and operating for two years or less.  Established businesses are welcome to apply pending signups of new business applicants and will be offered a table based on availability.

Tables will also be available for business support groups such as the EBDC of Hillsborough, SCORE, Hillsborough Township's Business Advocates, NJSBDC, health insurance providers, and financial institutions for business start-up information.

2nd Annual Peter J. Biondi Memorial Trail Run/Walk for SHIP  

Be Red Cross Ready - Get a Kit.  Make a Plan.  Be Informed.   

Important Dates To Remember  

Hillsborough Twp.

Affinity Federal Credit Union

Rewards VISA Credit Card

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