Saturday, May 25, 2013
Memorial Day is a day off for your local library and town hall, too. And kids get a day off.
Municipal buildings and public libraries around Somerset County are closed on Monday. And although area schools added days back onto the calendar after Superstorm Sandy, students still are off for Memorial Day. Bedminster — municipal offices, Bedminster Township Public School, Clarence Dillon Public Library closed. Bernardsville — municipal offices, Somerset Hills School District, Bernardsville Public Library closed. Bernards Township — municipal offices, Bernards Township schools, Bernards Public Library closed. Bridgewater — municipal offices, Bridgewater-Raritan schools, Bridgewater Library closed. Watchung — municipal offices, schools, Watchung Public Library closed. Green Brook — municipal closed, schools, Green Brook Library closed.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
This will be Obama's first visit to Shore since just after Sandy.
President Obama and Gov. Christie will visit the Jersey Shore on Tuesday, according to The Record in Bergen County. This will be Obama's first visit to the area since Oct. 31, just after the storm struck. A full itinerary of the visit was not available. More information can be found here.
The program collects food items to help those in need.
It is that time of year to start looking for the orange Curbing Hunger bags that will be tied to recycling containers across the county throughout June. According to a release, county recycling crews will be delivering the collection bags for the annual drive, and each household will receive two bags. This is the 19th annual Curbing Hunger program to benefit organizations that help the hungry in Somerset County. Plus, this year, there will be an online donation available by visiting yougivegoods.com/curbinghunger2013 and selecting the food to purchase to donate. YouGiveGoods will then deliver that food to the food bank. “Many families are still struggling due to the extended recession and Hurricane Sandy,” Freeholder Director Peter Palmer …
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Group hopes to heighten awareness of 10 sites in need of preservation funding.
A state historic preservation advocacy group released its list of the most endangered New Jersey sites Wednesday, detailing damage, some Superstorm-Sandy related, that has put 10 landmarks at risk for demolition. Properties that were classified as the "most endangered" have architectural and historic integrity with an identified threat and Preservation New Jersey, the organization that compiled the list, felt their inclusion could potentially help legislators realize the importance in preserving them. Included on the list is Morris County's Glen Alpin property in Harding Township. The Gothic Revival mansion is threatened by a need for sustainable use, according to Preservation New Jersey. The Morris Canal Rockaway River Aqueduct, in …
The township DPW has finished removing brush.
The township is reporting that the removal of brush, logs and more from private properties after Superstorm Sandy has been entirely completed. According to a posting on the township’s website, the removal was completed as of around May 17. This was a seven-month effort between having contractors removing brush and logs from private residences, followed by the Department of Public Works personnel finishing the job. According to the township, more than 35,000 cubic yards of chipped material was removed from properties. In addition, more than 40,000 cubic yards of mixed vegetative waste was removed from parks where residents were allowed to deposit materials that were not left near their curbs. How do you think the township is looking now, …
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
The Rotary Club of Bridgewater and Bound Brook asked for $2,400 to pay for police and DPW.
Although they agree that it will be a beneficial event for the residents themselves, members of the Bridgewater Township Council were hesitant to agree to a $2,400 cost for aiding with the planned street fair being held by the Rotary Club of Bridgewater and Bound Brook. In the end, the council opted not to approve the waiver request. Elly Ezra, of the Rotary Club, spoke before the committee at Thursday’s meeting, and requested that Bridgewater pay for two police officers to keep the street closed during the fair, and for public works workers to remove trash bags once the event is over. The street fair is planned for June 1 on East Main Street in front of TD Bank Ballpark, and this is the first time it is being held. “We got permission from…
Monday, May 20, 2013
Legislation awaits Gov. Chris Christie's signature.
Bipartisan legislation was approved Monday to dedicate the Route 206 bypass to late Assemblyman Peter Biondi. The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Christopher "Kip" Bateman and Assembly members Jack Ciattarelli and Donna Simon. Biondi died in November 2011 after a battle with cancer. Days before, he had won re-election to serve the 16th district in the Assembly, which he did for 14 years. Biondi had previously served as mayor of Hillsborough, and as a Somerset County freeholder, and was instrumental in moving the Route 206 bypass project forward. The municipal building in Hillsborough was previously named the Peter J. Biondi Municipal Building in honor of his service. "Peter Biondi lived the life of a true public servant, dedicating his …
T-Mobile held a balloon test at the library to determine the visibility of a possible tower.
T-Mobile held a balloon test Saturday in an effort to determine the visibility of a possible cell tower off to the side of the Bridgewater Township Library. The balloon could be seen from a few locations around the library, and the intersections of surrounding residential streets. The balloon could also be seen from certain areas surrounding the Prince Rodgers Baseball Field. The T-Mobile balloon test had first been scheduled for May 4 and then May 11, but both were cancelled because of forecasted high winds. With a settlement possible, T-Mobile conducted the balloon test to determine if there is a possibility for constructing a cell tower in a location other than the Green Knoll Fire House. The zoning board, in May 2012, denied an …
A retaining wall will be built in the area.
Following an agreement with a nearby homeowner, the council has approved a resolution concerning constructing a retaining wall at the intersection of Mountain Top and Crim roads. The purpose of the retaining wall is to improve site distance at what the township has called a “dangerous intersection.” Township administrator James Naples said the retaining wall will be located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Mountain Top and Crim roads. “It is absolutely intended to improve driver safety in this area,” he said. After finalizing an agreement with the homeowner in the area to obtain an easement for this retaining wall, the township has agreed to install a Versa-Lok retaining wall, the specific kind required by the homeowner. …
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The township will also be selling equipment through county auction.
What follows is an account of actions taken on May 6 by the Bridgewater Township Council, which, while not breaking news, are still of note. Township to be part of heath services mutual aid agreement As per request of the county, the township has agreed to an interlocal services agreement that will have Bridgewater’s health office providing mutual aid to other municipalities or the county in the event of an emergency. This agreement provides for public health services to be shared among county municipalities in the event of any kind of emergency, as needed. The agreement was unanimously approved by the council. Township to sell municipal equipment The township is preparing to sell its old equipment at an upcoming auction being held by the …
Nose Wayne
6:26 am on Saturday, May 25, 2013
Yup, boardwalk looks nice but drive a couple miles south and see all the wood laying around that used to be peoples houses ? When is that getting fixed ? more ›