April 28, 2023
Weekend Update
Dear Resident,
I am pleased to announce that Marlboro was named as the 19th safest small town in America (one of only 6 in NJ) by an article published by WBOM.com this past week. I want to thank Chief Pezzullo and the Marlboro Township Police Department for their dedication and our residents for working with the town to keep Marlboro a premier destination to live and raise a family.
My office submitted a $930,000 funding request to Congressman Andy Kim who selected it as one of his 15 projects to put forth to the House Appropriations Committee. If approved, the funding will be used to upgrade police dispatch communication services. For more information, please read the Patch article HERE.
A reminder that all dogs and cats must be registered with the police. Please read more under ‘Public Safety’ below and license your pet before the late fee goes it effect on May 1.
NOTICES
Spring Clean-Up/Bulk Pick-up and Brush collection is underway by zone. Please adhere to the regulations to ensure safety for pedestrians, vehicles and the workers collecting the bulk pickup. For dates and details see the letter from DPW HERE
Second Quarter Property Taxes Due - Second quarter property taxes must be received by Wednesday, May 10th to avoid interest. Note that interest charges on payments made after the grace period are calculated back to the May 1st due date. The Tax Collector’s office will have extended hours on Wednesday, May 10th from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm. A drop box is located in the vestibule of Town Hall and is available 24/7. All payments left in the drop box by 8:00 pm on May 10th will be credited that day and will not be subject to interest. Click HERE to read the tax collectors letter and links to view/pay your property taxes on line.
PUBLIC SAFETY - UPDATE
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. If you have not yet done so request an ‘I Took the Pledge’ lawn sign and download the ‘Neighbors’ app. Most importantly, 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
Pet Licenses Due – All dogs and cats must be licensed each calendar year for all pets 6 months and older. New pets can be licensed when adopted. Late fees begin May 1 and are $15 per pet plus the registration fee. Licensing pets means that the police are better able to reunite you and your lost pet before they are sent to the SPCA for boarding and redemption fees are levied. Additionally, it helps ensure rabies vaccine are up to date and it’s the law. Direct questions to 732-536-0100 ext. 1943 Pet License Form and Instructions.
Alarm Registration open for 2023 – As per code all alarm systems are required to be registered annually with the Marlboro Division of Police. Registering your alarm system ensures that the police can get in contact with you should there be an emergency or alarm activation at your home. Renewal or new alarm registration HERE. To register new alarms on line click HERE.
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Arbor Day and Earth Day will be celebrated Saturday at our Community Garden (82 Tennent Road). The Girl Scouts will fulfill their Tree Pledge for Earth Day beginning at 9:15am and at 10am we will have a ceremonial a tree planting ceremony and a Mayoral Proclamation. All are welcome.
Recreation Events for all ages. Youth, adult and adult over 60 all have programs for varied interests. New programs are added regularly. See recreation program letter HERE.
- Big Rig Rally – Saturday, May 6 from noon - 2:30. Quiet time for children with sensory sensitivity is from 2-2:30. FLYER
- National Kids to Parks Day – Saturday, May 20 from noon-2pm. Join our activities or plan your own at one of our 14 parks. FLYER
- Swim Club registration open. FLYER
- Recreation Guide/Registration Community Pass Registration
JOB/ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Substitute Bus Drivers at MTPS - Training provided. See FLYER for more or visit www.mtps.org
Summer employment Opportunities - Marlboro Swim Club is hiring for the following positions! Lifeguards, Gate attendant, Front desk, EMTs, Concession Stand and Cooks. APPLICATION
Lifeguard Certification Classes - Summer Job needed? Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or Recertification) available at the Marlboro Swim Club. You do not have to be a swim club member to take the class. Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Prerequisites: Must be age 15 by end of class. FLYER
First Aid Squads Need You! Give back to your community and learn invaluable life skills. Marlboro and Morganville First Aid Squads offer free EMT certification and driver training to recruits, and active membership also qualifies volunteers for discounts on various Township fees and memberships and an annual contribution towards an individual retirement-type program. Want to learn more? Check out the FLYER HERE.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Commuter Parking: The annual renewal process is complete and new registrations are now being accepted. Parking spots are available at Union Hill, Texas Road (Costco) and Cambridge Square (Home Depot) commuter parking lots. Manalapan residents may apply at Cambridge Square (across the street from the Union Hill) or at the Texas Road commuter lot. For non-residents may apply for the Texas Road commuter lot. For more information, and to secure a parking spot before the lots fill up, please visit the parking portal and apply HERE.
Fire Hydrant Flushing:
Marlboro Township Water Utility annual hydrant flushing continues between the hours of 8am and 2:30pm. Hydrant flushing is a part of routine maintenance to remove sediment and to ensure that hydrants are in working order. Lower pressure and slight discoloration is normal when flushing is being done in your area and does not affect water quality. Simply run cold water until it runs clear. See HERE for more.
JCP&L announces helicopter patrols on transmission lines throughout their region beginning on April 26, 2023. These inspections are anticipated to take approximately four to five days to complete, but as always, work is weather dependent, and completion could be impeded by any post-storm or outage-related patrols that may occur. The helicopter to be used for these patrols is Blue Bell 2-6 Jet Ranger, Tail number – N719CB.
COVID-19 Ratepayer Relief Measures – Measures are in place to 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.
Monmouth County holds paper recycling events throughout the county to allow you to safely dispose of sensitive documents. They are open to all county residents. Their event in Marlboro will be held on May 6 in the Municipal Complex from 9-1 or until the truck is filled. See the FLYER here for more.
Enjoy the weekend.
Mayor Jon Hornik