News from Township of Hillsborough

Issue: 2015 August 14

August 14, 2015

2014 Township Audit Completed
Financial Records Found in Compliance

"Hillsborough Township's 2014 Audit has been completed and once again we are pleased to report that the auditors have found the Township's ledgers in compliance. This year's audit did not have any significant findings to warrant an audit comment," reported Mayor Doug Tomson at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting.

Suplee, Clooney & Company, the Township's Municipal Auditor, conducted the audit, which was completed in June. Upon completion the audit report was submitted to the Township and as required by New Jersey State Law the audit is reviewed and acknowledged by resolution. The audit summary will also be published in the newspaper, as required by law and will be made available on the Hillsborough Township website.

"The fiscal responsibility placed on Township Finances has proven effective as evidenced by the consistent favorable audit results," commented Committeeman Carl Suraci, Finance Liaison.

"These results are credited to the ongoing dedication of our Municipal employees," concluded Mayor Tomson.

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lsborough Township Receives Recognitions

7th Best Place to Live in the Garden State Says PhillyVoice
Top Suburb to Raise a Family According to Niche
Ranked 11th Safest Town According to SafeWise

"We are honored to announce three more accolades that Hillsborough Township has received," stated Mayor Doug Tomson at last week's Township Committee Meeting.

"Earlier this summer, PhillyVoice ranked Hillsborough as the 7th best place to live in New Jersey and Niche.com listed Hillsborough 34th out of 11,372 suburbs analyzed as a best suburb to raise a family," added Mayor Tomson.

"More recently, Hillsborough moved up from 19th to 11th Safest Town in New Jersey according to SafeWise," reported Mayor Tomson.

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Township to Collect Photos for the "Town Calendar"

Certificates Presented to Last Year's Contributors

"Last year we brought back the Township Calendar and it received such favorable reviews, we will again issue a Township Calendar for 2016," announced Mayor Doug Tomson.

"The Township is working with Town Planner Calendar to produce a 2016 color printed calendar which will be mailed out to every residence in Hillsborough, at no cost to our taxpayers. Funding for the project is generated via the advertisements contained within the calendar," stated Mayor Tomson.

The calendar, which will be mailed out in December of 2015, will include various schedules, important dates and phone numbers for the coming year as well as twelve photographs featuring Hillsborough Township's landscape and scenery.

Pictured: 2015 calendar contributor Gary Weisner with Mayor Doug Tomson

The Township Committee presented certificates of appreciation to those individuals who submitted photographs that were used in the 2015 calendar; Helen Haines, Evan Klimko, Jim Roselli and Gary Wiesner, at Tuesday's Township Committee meeting.

Individuals interested in submitting photographs for consideration can email their high resolution image to the Township Clerk at pborek@hillsborough-nj.org. A photo release will need to accompany the pictures and there is no guarantee that the photo will be used.

"Again this is a great opportunity to promote local businesses and services as well as enjoy our local scenery all year long," concluded Mayor Tomson.

For advertising opportunities, please contact Jim O'Dowd at 973-650-2736 or jimodowd@townplanner.com.

Purple Heart Ceremony

Hillsborough's Annual Purple Heart Ceremony was held on Thursday, August 6th at the Garden of Honor on the Grounds of the Municipal Complex.

Honored guests included members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 27, Congressman Leonard Lance, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, Mayor Doug Tomson, Deputy Mayor Greg Burchette and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley.

Pictured above: Congressman Leonard Lance addresses the audience gathered at the ceremony.

Pictured above: Commiteewoman Gloria McCauley, Mayor Doug Tomson, Deputy Mayor Burchette and Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli with members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 27

News From Engineering

If a business owner, condominium association or apartment complex is repaving their parking lot, they must obtain a permit through the Engineering Department. There is a NJDEP State mandate that if a parking lot is repaved, any storm drainage inlets must be modified to meet the new stormwater regulations which require the curb inlets to have smaller head openings to prevent bottles and cans from entering the storm system. Please contact the Engineering Department to go over the permit process. The NJDEP requires the Township to enforce these requirements.

Hurricane and Weather

Emergency Preparedness

Being prepared is the key to safety in any emergency situation. Below are some general guidelines and suggested supplies in the event of a weather emergency. Additional information can be found at the following websites:

Clean Up Coupons Still Available for Select Dates:

A limited number of coupons for access to the Auten Road Facility are still available for October 31st. No other dates are available at this time.

Please visit the Department of Public Works between the hours of 7am until 3pm to obtain a coupon for any of the above dates.

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Clean Up Coupons Still Available for Select Dates:

A limited number of coupons for access to the Auten Road Facility are still available for October 31st. No other dates are available at this time.

Please visit the Department of Public Works between the hours of 7am until 3pm to obtain a coupon for any of the above dates.

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JCP&L Transmission AerialInspections August 2015

Please be advised that Vista 1 plans to start performing UV/IR Inspectionson the JCP&L transmission lines (115 kV only) beginning Monday August 17th. The UV/IR Aerial Inspections in the JCP&L region typically require about 2 to 3 days for completion, depending of course on weather conditions, as well as other scheduling needs. The helicopter will be flying slowly (20-30 mph) along the lines, and may hover at any time for a closer inspection. The helicopter scheduled for these patrols is a black and silver Bell 206 w/ registration (tail) number N321AW. Please see attached photo for details.

It should be noted that the contractor has been authorized to patrol the transmission circuits in their entirety (i.e. "breaker-to-breaker"), so patrols on certain lines may therefore extend into the neighboring regions. The flight crew provides information on their daily location to both Transmission Lines Maintenance and the SCC, and the pilot will be in communication with any local airports when in their airspace. Please advise local Safety Forces and other public entities or sensitive customers as needed.

SCLSNJ Library Card Gives
Patrons Access to Numerous Resources - And Exclusive

Discounts at Local Businesses This September

SCLSNJ partners with local businesses for Library Card Sign-up Month

September is Library Card Sign-up Month and to celebrate, Somerset County Library System of New Jersey is partnering with 68 local businesses to offer library cardholders special discounts for the month.

"We understand that economic and workforce development are key to a community's success," said Samantha Gale, SCLSNJ's System Programming and Outreach Services Coordinator. "Partnering with businesses throughout Somerset County gives the library system a chance to support local growth in these areas, while encouraging community members to visit their local library and get a card that opens doorways to even more opportunities."

The American Library Association and public libraries nationwide team up for Library Card Sign-up Month to encourage the public to go to their local library to pick up a free library card.

Resources at SCLSNJ's 10 library branches are available to anyone who has an SCLSNJ library card, no matter which branch the patron frequents. This includes access to books, magazines, ebooks, digital magazines, passes to 11 area cultural attractions, language learning programs, Launchpads (coming August 17!), book discussion groups, programs for all ages, and so much more. For more information about the services and resources that can be found at SCLSNJ, visit SCLSNJ.org.

Local businesses will be offering 10% off (some restrictions may apply) during the month of September when patrons show their library card at time of purchase. A list of participating businesses is below. For more information about discounts and businesses, visit SCLSNJ.org/s/signup

Hillsborough Girl Scouts and Central Jersey Blood Center Team Up to Make August 27th Blood Drive The Most Successful Yet

Two local Cadette Girl Scouts announce their Silver Award project, "A Positive Event" Blood Drive in support of Central Jersey Blood Center (CJBC) on Thursday, August 27, 2015. Blood donations will be accepted from 5:30 p.m - 9 p.m. in the Hillsborough Municipal Building multi-purpose rooms at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, N.J. 08844

Show your Jersey pride, join the fight to save a life and support "A Positive Event" by scheduling your appointment to donate today. Call 888-71-BLOOD or click on the links below to schedule your appointment to donate. Blood donors must be 17 years old, (16 with parental consent) weigh at least 120 pounds, and be feeling well the day of the blood drive. ID is also required at registration. Please call 888-71-BLOOD with any questions about blood donation eligibility.

Learn more at www.cjbcblood.org

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September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

To help raise awareness a team of volunteers will be tying teal bows on the trees at the Municipal building in Hillsborough NJ.

If you would like to help out please contact Susyn Timko at susyntimko@aol.com. (I lost my mom to this disease) We will be putting up the bows on Tuesday September 1 or Wednesday September 2nd. When you email, let me know which date works best for you and what time of day works best for you. Thank you!

3rd Annual Peter J. Biondi 5k Memorial Run/Walk To Be Held On October 11th

Proceeds to Benefit the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP)

Peter J. Biondi (June 23, 1942 - November 10, 2011) served in the NJ State Assembly representing Legislative District 16 from 1998 until his passing in 2011.

Prior to serving in the Legislature, Assemblyman Biondi served the citizens of Somerset County as Committeeman and Mayor of Hillsborough, as a Freeholder and Director of the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

He was actively involved in many important community organizations and served as an Advisor for the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP).

Assemblyman Biondi is fondly remembered for his tireless advocacy on behalf of his constituents and for his desire to help those in need. The purpose of this trail run or walk is to recognize and honor Mr. Biondi's years of dedicated public service while raising awareness and proceeds for the marginalized individuals and families in the Somerset County region. All net proceeds generated from this event will be donated to SHIP.

Important Dates To Remember

September
2	Township Board of Adjustment Meeting, 7:30 PM in the Municipal Building
3	Township Planning Board Meeting, 7:30 PM in the Municipal Building
7	Municipal Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day