August 18, 2023
Weekend Update
Dear Resident,
Last Sunday was packed with Township events. We began the day with Dog Days of Summer at the Marlboro Farmers Market. The farmers market is open every Sunday through October. See this week’s list of vendors HERE.
We then headed over to the annual Mayor’s Trophy Game on the Union Hill ball fields to benefit the Matthew Friedman Memorial Foundation. We were honored to have pro- Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023 member Joe Klecko at the event to help raise funds for foundation.
We ended the day with our annual Antique Car show, concert and fireworks. It was a beautiful night and great to see so many neighbors enjoying the evening.
Events this size take a team to organize, ready the fields, keep us safe and traffic flowing. Please join me in thanking the Department of Public Works, Police, Fire and EMS, Police Cadets and the Recreation staff.
Earlier this week, I sent an email announcing that Governor Murphy had signed legislation restoring busing for the Marlboro High School. As Mayor, I have no formal governmental role in our school districts but I will continue to be a strong advocate for our residents’ safety, quality of life and education. I want to thank Assembly Speaker Coughlin and Senators Gopal and O’Scanlon for their steadfast support in ensuring that this bill made its way to the Governor’s desk. MORE...
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Fall Soccer Registration closes TODAY August 18. Don’t miss out! FLYER
Thursday, August 24 Backyard Movie Night featuring A League of their Own. Movie starts at 8pm.
Summer Concert – Please join us for a pop-up summer concert on Tuesday, August 29. More to follow.
Marlboro Day will be held on Sunday, September 10 and vendor and sponsorship opportunities are open now. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business in front of thousands of residents.
Vendor/Sponsor Registration Instructions
New programs are added regularly for all ages. See recreation program letter HERE. View the full Recreation Guide/Registration Community Pass Registration
PUBLIC SAFETY - UPDATE
Neighborhood Vehicle Thefts and Safety Update – I want to thank the Marlboro Township Police Department led by Chief Pezzullo and the residents for doing their part to fight vehicle theft in Marlboro, down 32% over the same 6 month period in 2022. Read my letter in full HERE. A chart detailing all our safety initiatives to date is linked HERE. More to be announced soon.
Public Safety Reminder - By working together, we are making a difference and reducing successful vehicle thefts. Please remember to lock your car doors, take the key fobs inside, remove garage door openers, lock your house doors/windows and set alarms. Do not leave your keys easily visible/accessible. If you see anything out of place or suspicious call the police at 732-536-0100. For crimes in progress dial 911. To read more about how we, as a community, are working together to keep our homes and families safe: https://www.marlboro-nj.gov/citizen-reporting-initiative
Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) –Work with the police and make a difference. DVRT members receive free training to support survivors of domestic violence. Please see the FLYER from ‘180 turning Lives Around’ for more.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COVID-19 Ratepayer Measures provide relief to ratepayers experiencing economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. The NJ Department of Community Affairs has developed a low income household water assistance program. Please review the letter from the Marlboro Water Utility HERE.
I hope to see everyone at the farmers market and car show, concert and fireworks Sunday. Have a great weekend.
Yours in community,
Mayor Jon Hornik