Issue: 2015 February 6

February 6, 2015

Road Closure Advisory:

Millstone Causeway on Amwell Road
in Franklin Township

is closed indefinitely for emergency bridge repair.

Calling All NJ Devils Hockey

Fans - NJ Devils Mascot Coming to Hillsborough on Tuesday, February 10th

Mascot will be attending the Township Committee Meeting at 7:30pm - All NJ Devils Fans Welcome

The NJ Devils Mascot will be attending the Township Committee meeting on Tuesday, February 10th at 7:30pm in the Municipal Court Room. Mayor Tomson has invited all hockey fans to attend the meeting and meet the Mascot.

"As you know, Hillsborough Township is being featured at the March 8th NJ Devils game as part of their My Town Series, the Mascot is coming to town on the 10th to promote that event," stated Mayor Tomson.

As part of the My Town Series, there will be an Honorary Captain and a Hillsborough military hero of the game. The Hillsborough Township Police Department Color Guard will present during the pre-game festivities. Special tickets will be available for the sections reserved just for Hillsborough.

Hillsborough will announce their military hero of the game at Tuesday's meeting on February 10th.

Tickets are already on sale and more information can be obtained by visiting Devils.nhl.com/hillsborough.

Be sure to input the special code:
MYTOWNHILLS when placing ticket orders.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Comcast of Central New Jersey - Application for Renewal of Municipal Consent

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: The Township of Hillsborough will hold a municipal consent hearing Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 7:30 pm in the Municipal Courtroom of the Peter J. Biondi Building, located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey.

This hearing will be held for the purpose of evaluating the application of Comcast of Central New Jersey II, LLC for the renewal of its municipal consent to own, operate, extend, and maintain a cable television and cable communications system in the Township of Hillsborough and is held in accordance with N.J.S.A. 48:5A-23, N.J.A.C. 14:18-11.6, and all other applicable statutory and regulatory provisions.

All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard with respect to this application. Copies of the application will be on file with the Township Clerk and can be reviewed Monday through Friday between hours of 8:30am and 4:00pm at the Administration Office of the Township of Hillsborough.

Township Committee Declares February as American Heart Month

Municipal Employees Wear Red in Support of American Heart Month

Mayor Doug Tomson and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley, Liaison to the Public Safety presented a proclamation to Hillsborough Emergency Services Chief David Gwin, at last week's Township Committee meeting, declaring February as American Heart Month.

Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting both men and women of every age and race.

For additional information regarding
"National Heart Health Month,

click here...

To view the informational video, click here...

Pictured (above) : Mayor Doug Tomson, Chief David Gwin and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley

Pictured (below): Mayor Doug Tomson, Committeeman Frank DelCore and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley joined Municipal employees for National Wear Red Day in conjunction with the Mayors Wellness Campaign, in an effort to continue to bring awareness to heart disease in women.

Reminder: Grant Applications Being Accepted through the Hillsborough Rewards Credit Card Program

Non-Profit Groups Serving Youth and Seniors Invited to Apply

Grant applications are being accepted through the Hillsborough Rewards Credit Card Program. The applications are available for Township based non-profit, senior and youth organizations to apply for grants up to $1,000 funded through the Hillsborough Township Credit Card Rewards Program.

The grant applications can be found on the Township website at www.hillsborough-nj.org/forms or directly downloaded here. Copies are also available at the Municipal Clerk / Administration Office. Completed applications are to be returned by February 27, 2015.

The credit card program, which is administered through the Affinity Federal Credit Union - Hillsborough Branch, allows individuals to sign up for a special Hillsborough Township Rewards Credit Card with a percentage of the usage amount 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.

Card users receive a point for every dollar spent which can be redeemed for various reward options such as cash back, gift cards, merchandise and much more.

Hillsborough Recreation Update

Recreation Spring Sports Registration Ongoing

Registration is currently open for both youth spring sports: Soccer and Softball! Soccer is open to boys and girls age 3 to grade 12, and softball is open to girls in kindergarten to 12th grade. Registration can be done from the comfort of your own home online at hillsboroughnjrecreation.org. The deadline for registration for soccer is March 9, and for softball is March 2.

For more information, click here...

Run Around the Park 5k - April 19th, 2015

Join us for a day of family fun 5k fun run at Ann Van Middlesworth Park on Sunday, April 19. Enjoy the scenic course route through fields and on trails. Celebrate with other participants with food and fun after the run at the Finish Line Festival. Walkers are welcome. All participants who pre-register prior to April 1 will get a t-shirt!
For more information, click here...

Somerset County Senior Centers
Announce February Activities

Somerset County Freeholder Brian D. Levine, human services liaison, announces the February program schedule for county-operated senior centers. All programs begin at 11 a.m. unless otherwise listed. Please call for lunch reservations by 10 a.m. the day before you wish to come. For more information, contact the appropriate centers.

To view the Hillsborough Senior Center's Schedule, click here...

Rutgers WOMENS Gymnastics Team's Third Annual Girl Scout Day on Saturday, February 14th

Please join Hillsborough Troop 60261 and the Rutgers WOMENS Gymnastics Team as we share in some SISTERLY LOVE on VALENTINES DAY
at the Third Annual Girl Scout Day at Rutgers!

Tickets are limited for this popular event so don't wait to register- registrations are due JANUARY 31st or until sold out.

For more information, click here...

Saturday, February 7th is National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!

Help Support Super Sundaes' Fundraiser for 'Steps Together' This Saturday

100% of donations will be given to Steps Together. Steps Together is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Organization dedicated to inspiring our community to pay their blessings forward and support families facing a medical crisis.

For more information, click here...

GiGi's Playhouse Hillsborough First Annual "i have a voice" Gala on March 14, 2015

GiGi's Playhouse will host its annual "i have a voice" International Gala on March 14, 2015 at the Heldrich Hotel in New Brunswick, NJ. The gala is our largest and most important fundraiser of the year, and it's key to expanding our voice in the world. Simultaneous gala events will take place in multiple locations nationwide to celebrate the many achievements of our individuals and families. Because each location will host its own event, GiGi's Playhouse will be hosting over 7,000 people in 19 markets! We look forward to celebrating this unbelievable journey with you!

For more information, click here...

Duke Farms To Host Free

Sugar Maple Celebration Event, February 28th & March 1st 10AM-2PM

Learn how to tap a tree and enjoy the process of maple sugaring with Duke Farms Executive Director Michael Catania.

Participate in activities and nature hikes focused on wildlife, tree identification, best forestry practices, and climate change as it relates to the Sugar Maple and our native forests.

Share the taste of New Jersey maple syrup, visit a live sawmill demonstration, and don't miss your chance to try the maple syrup specialty items that will be served all day in our caf�!

For more information, click here...

Hillsborough High School Musical "CATS" on March 6,7,8,13,14