Hillsborough Rewards Visa Credit Card Program - Awards $4,272.47 in Grants          

Nine different non-profit organizations 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 Mayor Doug Tomson, Committeewoman and Liaison to the Credit Card Advisory Committee Gloria McCauley and the Credit Card Advisory Committee.  

The total amount awarded Tuesday evening was $4,272.47 Since inception the Hillsborough Rewards Card has issued over $34,000 in grants to community based youth, senior and local non-profit organizations.   The Fall Grant recipients are:

*    Hillsborough Senior Center
*    Senior Group B
*    Hillsborough Rockettes and Rocket
*    Cub Scouts 1776
*    Hillsborough Soccer Club
*    Circle of Friends
*    Hillsborough High School Competition Cheer
*    Neshanic Garden Club
*    Boy Scouts 1776

Hillsborough Township Receives the New Jersey Smart Workplaces Platinum Award       

"Hillsborough Township was recently honored at the Annual RideWise recognition breakfast as the first municipality in Somerset County to receive Platinum status in the New Jersey Smart Workplace Program," announced Mayor Doug Tomson at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting.

On October 1, 2014, Somerset County business and government leaders met for the annual RideWise recognition breakfast at Duke Farms in Hillsborough.  Hillsborough Township was the first municipality in Somerset County to receive Platinum status.  RideWise, a Transportation Management Association (TMA) based in Somerset County, is a source for sustainable travel and alternatives that improve mobility, reduce traffic and decrease carbon emissions.

Township Committee Proclaims October 23-31, 2014 as Red Ribbon Week       

The Township Committee of Hillsborough proclaimed October 23-31, 2014 as Red Ribbon week and encouraged residents to participate in drug prevention activities and pledge "Love Yourself, Be Drug Free".   

Pictured above:  Mayor Tomson and members of the Red Ribbon Committee
Second Picture:  Mayor Tomson, Committeewoman McCauley and Committeeman Suraci join the School District and the Red Ribbon Committee at last week's Red Ribbon and Homecoming Football game.

Township Committee Declares October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month           

The Township Committee of Hillsborough proclaimed October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and urged all women and their families to increase their knowledge about breast cancer and join in the celebration of successes and memorialize lost battles.

Picture above:  Mayor Doug Tomson and Diane Handwerk

Mayor Tomson Visits Third Graders at Amsterdam Elementary School           

Earlier this month, Mayor Tomson met with third graders at Amsterdam Elementary School to facilitate a discussion on government for their civics unit.

Moving Up Ceremony for Scouts      

Winter In-Town Recreation Basketball Registration Remains Open for Girls (Grades 4-6) and High School Boys         

Apply for a Mail-In Ballot by October 28th For the General Election    

The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. 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.  This information is printed on the front cover of the sample ballot.  To expedite your voting experience having that information with you on Election Day will be beneficial.

Mail-in ballots are available to all registered voters in the State of New Jersey.  Please visit the Somerset County website at http://www.co.somerset.nj.us/elections/forms/njvoterapp.pdf for a mail-in ballot application to avoid the lines at the upcoming General Election.  The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is October 28th, pursuant to N.J.S.A.19:63-3.

Road Construction Projects:       

Night time Road paving has begun on South Branch Road between Beekman Lane and River Road and also on Amwell Road between Woods Road and Clerico Lane.  The paving will run from approximately 8pm until 5am.  Delays are expected, so please plan accordingly.  

Motorists are also advised that Homestead Road between Willow Road and the CSX railroad (east side of Rt.206) will be closed to thru traffic beginning on or about October 20th for paving.  Detours will be set up.  Please plan accordingly.

Important Health Department Updates         

EBOLA

Ebola is the name of a rare disease caused by a strain of the Ebola Virus.  The disease is only spread through direct contact with the body fluids of an infected person who is ill with symptoms. The more severe symptoms a person has, the more contagious they are. It is believed that Ebola originated from wild animals such as the fruit bat, that live in bush lands of Africa. It is believed that the Ebola Virus can spread to people if they handle an infected animal to prepare for eating, or if they don't cook it enough before eating it. Click here for more information....

ENTEROVIRUS D68 UPDATE

It is the season for colds and Flu! Many viruses circulate this time of year, taking advantage of our more frequent indoor, close contact situations.  One group of viruses called Enteroviruses, is a large group, with over 100 kinds. One kind that circulates less often is the Enterovirus -D68 (EV-D68).  Most older people have been exposed to this strain, and likely have some immunity and will experience no symptoms, or mild symptoms.
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2014 Aetna Voices of Health Award Nominee         

4-Time Olympian, Family Health/Wellness Advocate Joetta Clark Diggs' Foundation, has been nominated for the 2014 Aetna Voices of Health Award, which means they are being honored as one of the nation's TOP Foundations working towards having healthier communities!! Please show your support by clicking the button below and voting for The Joetta Clark Diggs Sports Foundation (JCDSF) . Click here to Vote.

HHS Theatre will be hosting its 2nd Annual Murder Mystery Dinner in the Hillsborough High School Commons at 6:30 PM -THIS FRIDAY- October 24.    

Join us for an interactive evening of dinner, dancing, and murder.

The theme is Hollywood, red carpet attire is encouraged.

Admission is $15 per person. Dinner and entertainment included in admission price.
Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling (908) 431-6600 x 2099 or you may purchase tickets via the website - www.hhstheatre.org.

------------Sorry, NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR the night of the Murder Mystery Dinner ----------

Tickets are now on sale for PETER PAN - 3 shows only November 21 and 22nd.  Please purchase tickets via our THEATRE website

Applications are Being Accepted for the Leadership Somerset Class of 2015       

Deadline is Oct. 31

Leadership Somerset Fellows are an exclusive network of over 340 thoughtful, dedicated leaders who make a positive impact in the community.  

Adults who live or work in Somerset County are invited to apply for the Leadership Somerset Class of 2015. The program highlights aspects of positive leadership, different personality styles and team skills. It also expands participants' knowledge of local government, programs and resources in Somerset County.  The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 31.
 
What is your passion? Every year, Leadership Somerset participants complete a class project for the benefit of the community. From the implementation of youth programs, blood drives and financial literacy programs to renovations made in neighborhoods and at nonprofit organizations, Leadership Somerset Fellows have made a difference.

Sessions are held once a month, on a week day, starting in January.  Classes start between 8-8:30 a.m. and end by 5 p.m.

 

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

'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. 1 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.

HMS/ARIS 2014-2015 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 37 local businesses; valid through 9/30/15.

For more information, click here...

Important Dates To Remember  

       
            

       

Hillsborough Twp.

Affinity Federal Credit Union

Rewards VISA Credit Card

 

     For more information, click here... 

 

     Click here to download a brochure or  

     visit affinityfcu.org...

 

 

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