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Issue: 2016 August 26
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One of the Best Places to Live in America
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Mayor
Frank DelCore
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Deputy Mayor
Carl Suraci
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Committeeman
Greg Burchette
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Committeewoman
Gloria McCauley
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Committeeman
Doug Tomson
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Township Committee Recognizes Eagle Scouts from Troop 489
At the August 9th Township Committee Meeting the Mayor and Township Committee honored 3 young men from Troop 489 with proclamations for earning the prestigious achievement of Eagle Scout.
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Pictured: Committeeman Doug Tomson, Joseph Bijas with his parents and Deputy Mayor Carl Suraci
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Joseph Bijas' Eagle Scout project consisted of installing brick pavers at the rear entrance of the Auten Road Intermediate School, helping to solve the frequent issue of mud being tracked through the school due to a large unpaved area. Joseph, along with 33 volunteers, worked a total of 167.5 hours, using a mini-excavator to dig out, and prepare the area for the Scouts to lay stone dust and bricks.
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Pictured: Committeeman Doug Tomson, Ryan Centofanti with his parents and Deputy Mayor Carl Suraci
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Ryan Centofanti designed and built a retaining wall around a bathroom at Oak Springs Girl Scout Camp. The retaining wall was created using pressure treated wooden beams, steel rebar, and metal spikes. Ryan added a layer of river stone between the bathroom and retaining wall. The wall will help with soil erosion and maintain a level of privacy surrounding the bathroom.
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Pictured: Committeeman Doug Tomson, Trevor Tomczak with his parents and Deputy Mayor Carl Suraci
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Trevor Tomczak's project consisted of cleaning and repairing the prayer path at Saint Joseph's Church in Millstone. Trevor removed brush and nearly to twenty trees, stained and painted multiple benches, repaired a large wooden cross, and mulched two outdoor classrooms and meditation areas. Trevor will be entering his senior year at Hillsborough High School in the fall.
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1st Annual Coach Mike Krzyzewski Memorial Awards Dinner
"To me, teamwork is the beauty of our sport, where you have five acting as one. You become selfless."
-- Mike Krzyzewski
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Pictured (L to R): Parks and Recreation Director Bob Wagner, Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator Brian VanDongen, 2016 Coach Mike Memorial Award Recipient Tony Lupo, Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Griffin Dunne, Mike McLafferty (son of Coach McLafferty), and Mayor Frank DelCore.
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Coach K was known for his selfless dedication to the sport of basketball. It is through an example, such
as his that prompts this letter.
Hillsborough Township was fortunate to receive a donation from the family of Bernard Michael McLafferty in honor of his memory. "Coach Mike", a selfless, dedicated community member and youth basketball coach for many years within our community, passed away on June 23, 2012 at the age of 83.
As a result of the funds donated by his family in his memory, various improvement to the courts at AVM have recently been made possible. These improvements included 4 new red benches, new lighting and 2 portable scoreboards, which compliment the newly refurbished courts.
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Pictured (L to R): Niles Johnson, Patrick Vogt, Tony Lupo, Brian VanDongen, Barry White, Frank Strauss, Rob Peason, Griffin Dunne
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Earlier this month, the 1st Annual Coach Mike Memorial Awards Dinner was held at The Landing in Hillsborough. The McLafferty family along with Township Recreation Coaches both past and present were joined by Mayor Frank DelCore, Committeewoman Gloria McCauley, Committeeman Greg Burchette and Township Recreation Staff for the dinner and an award presentation.
The 2016 Coach Mike Memorial Award was presented to former Recreation Coach Tony Lupo in honor of his many years of dedicated service to the youth of Hillsborough Township. Those who knew Coach Tony appreciated his high energy, fun loving ways both on and off the court.
Donations to the Coach Mike McLafferty Fund can be made through the Hillsborough Township Recreation Department.
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Andrew Sator Celebrates 100th Birthday
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Pictured: Mayor Frank DelCore
and Andrew Sator
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World War II veteran Andrew Sator recently celebrated his 100th birthday. More than 100 relatives gathered to salute "Uncle Andy" at St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church on Brook Boulevard.
Sator was born on Sept. 23, 1916, but family members realized it would be easier to gather everyone in the summer before the beginning of school, according to Leona Yates, a Florida relative who helped to organize the surprise party.
Mayor Frank DelCore was on hand to present Mr. Sator with a joint New Jersey Assembly and Senate Resolution,and wish him a happy birthday, as well as thanking him for his service in the US Army during World War II.
Pictured: Mayor Frank DelCore and Andrew Sator
Photo credit: Rod Hirsch, Managing Editor, Tap into Hillsborough
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Special Offer for Hillsborough Township from the New York Red Bulls
Hillsborough Township residents are able to receive an exclusive discount for tickets to the October 1st New York Red Bulls match!
To purchase tickets please
CLICK HERE & enter the code BORO2016 to receive your discount! Discounted tickets start at just $23!
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Township Job Line
Hillsborough Township currently looking to fill following position:
- Electrical Inspector - Part-time
For position descriptions and qualifications, click here...
To download an Employment Application, click here...
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Fall Activities Guide Now Available
The 2016 Fall Recreation Brochure is now available. Visit the Recreation website to register for all upcoming programs.
Activities in this fall's brochure include:
Click here for the brochure
Click here for the website
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The Shop Hillsborough Reward program continues to promote local shopping while allowing card holders the opportunity to reduce their property tax bill.
If you don't have a Shop Hillsborough card, be sure to stop by the Administration office in the Municipal Building to pick one up. Free registration is required. Additional cards may be obtained for each member in a household with the same block and lot. All household spending will be applied against your property tax bill.
To view August deals of the month, click here...
To view a full list of participating merchants and the discounts they offer, click here... |
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 and at the corners of Route 206.
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 Wednesday August 31st. Thank you!
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September is National Preparedness Month
Since its inception in 2004, National Preparedness Month is observed each September in the United States of America. Sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) within the Department of Homeland Security, National Preparedness Month encourages Americans to take steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses, schools, and communities. FEMA's Ready Campaign, the correlating public education outreach campaign, disseminates information to help the general public prepare for and respond to emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.
Each week in September, the eNews will feature a different National Prepared Month theme. Check back weekly for tips on how to make sure your family and friends are prepared for any emergency that might arise.
Create your family communication plan here...
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Duke Farms - Farm to Table Market
Open Thursdays - 3 to 8 pm
until November 17, 2016
Farmers and specialty vendors have partnered with Duke Farms to present an array of LOCAL products to offer you, the consumer. Please come out and support your local farmers!
For more information and vendor listings, click here...
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Somerset County Senior Centers Announce September Activities
Senior centers operated by the Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services have announced the September program schedule. All programs begin at 11 a.m., unless otherwise listed.
Somerset County-operated senior centers offer a nutritionally balanced lunch, Monday through Friday, for a suggested donation of $2.50 for anyone age 60 and above. Menu choices include a hot meat-based or meatless entr�e and a cold meat-based or meatless boxed lunch. Lunch reservations need to be made at least one business day in advance, before 10 a.m. Why not invite a friend or neighbor to join you for lunch! As an additional suggestion, why not come early in the day and enjoy one of the center's many programs.
If you drive or have your own ride, you can go to any center of your choice. We hope to see you soon!
For the Hillsborough Senior Center September Schedule, click here...
To view the schedules for all Somerset County Senior Centers, click here...
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September is Library Card Sign-up Month
Library partners with 68 local businesses to offer library cardholders special discounts for the month.
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.
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. Participating Hillsborough businesses include:
Divine Curry
Kings Bridge Dry Cleaners
Lenny's Pizza and Pasta
Ray of Light Yoga
Sahiba
Super Sundaes
A list of all businesses participating in the county is available by clicking here. For more information about discounts and businesses, visit SCLSNJ.org/s/signup.
For a full news account, click here...
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Registration Open for 2017 County Spelling Bee
After successfully sponsoring the SCLSNJ Bee Spectacular, a county-wide spelling bee held March 4, 2016 as part of the National Scripps Spelling Bee, the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) is pleased to announce its plans to host the second county-wide spelling bee on March 11, 2017 at Somerset County Vo-Tech in Bridgewater, NJ.
SCLSNJ's Bee Spectacular is open to children grades 3-8. Participating schools and homeschools will be allowed to send their top spellers to compete in the SCLSNJ-sponsored county-wide bee. The eventual winner will be sent, at the Library's expense, to the National Scripps Bee in Washington, D.C. in late Spring 2017. There will be additional prizes for the winner and the runners-up.
Enrollment to participate in the county-wide Spelling Bee is now open. To register, visit the Scripps site at www.spellingbee.com and click on the word "Teachers" at the top of the page and then click "Enrollment" to find the registration form. The cost to participate is $145 per school during early bird enrollment (through October 14, 2016) and $220 per school during regular enrollment (October 15-December 12, 2016).
For a full news account, click here...
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Event Flyers
Click on a Flyer to View Event Details
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September 10: Autumn in the Perennial Garden
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September 17: Flower & Garden Photography
Colonial Park Gardens
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September 21: Senior Olypics
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October 8: 6th Annual Nick Magos Cancer Call Out
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October 12: HRC Fitness Charity 5k
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October 19: Blue Mass
Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi, Metuchen
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Important Upcoming Meeting Dates
September
| Planning Board | 9/1/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Board of Adjustment | 9/7/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Planning Board | 9/8/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Township Committee Meeting | 9/13/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Board of Adjustment | 9/21/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Planning Board Business Meeting | 9/22/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Township Committee Meeting | 9/27/2016 | 7:30 PM |
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For Hillsborough Public Library Events, click here...
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MUNICIPAL BUILDING EVENING OFFICE HOURS
CLERK'S OFFICE
2nd & 4th Tuesdays until 7pm
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
2nd Tuesday until 7pm
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Tuesdays until 7pm
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For information regarding Online Payment and Tax Notices, please click here...
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Recreation 2016 Fall Activities Guide
Registration now ongoing
To download/view the brochure, click here...
To register for programs online, click here...
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