Register Now for Free OEM Training “You Are the Help Until Help Arrives”

The Middlesex Borough Office of Emergency Management & the Middlesex Library Present “You Are the Help Until Help Arrives.”

Life threatening emergencies can happen anytime. You may be able to save a life by taking simple actions immediately. We have a personal responsibility to be prepared.

To assist you in being prepared, the program “You Are the Help Until Help Arrives” is dedicated to empowering the public to take action and provide lifesaving care before professional help arrives. The Middlesex Borough Office of Emergency Management and the Middlesex Borough Library, with support from the Middlesex Dept. of Public Works, is offering residents BYSTANDER – HANDS-ONLY CPR/ AED AND STROKE SYMPTOMS Preparedness Training for FREE, for ages 13* and up.

Bystander – Hands-Only CPR/ AED and Stroke Symptoms

• Training dates:
  Wednesday November 30, 2022
  OR Wednesday December 7, 2022

• Each class is limited to 50 persons/ first come first serve

• Middlesex Borough Residents Only.

• Register by November 27, 2022 at https://tinyurl.com/2ekjc8ya

• Location:  Middlesex Borough Library, Community Room

• Time 7:00-9:00 pm

• There will be snacks provided

Registration for trainings is REQUIRED. Middlesex Borough Residents Only. Questions? Email bbenson553@yahoo.com or call the Middlesex Library at (732) 356-6602, ext. 4.

 * Participants under 18 must provide written Authorization of Parent/Guardian

Download The program flyer (pdf)

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Training by MedicZero

Cultural & Heritage Committee presents "Open Mic" event Nov. 17

The Middlesex Cultural & Heritage Committee presents an "Open Mic Night" event!

Join us in the Middlesex Public Library Community Room on Thursday, November 17 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early in order to sign up for a 10-minute performance slot. All ages are welcome!

Middlesex Public Library
Community Room
1300 Mountain Ave. Middlesex, NJ

General Election: Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Election districts will be open at 6am for the General Election. Please note that the district locations listed below are the same as the district locations that were used for the 2022 primary election: 

• District 1, 2 & 3 
  High School Gym 

• District 4 & 10 
  American Legion Post 306  

• District 5 & 6 
  Hazelwood School Gym 

• District 7, 8 & 9 
  Mauger Middle School – Gorman Gym 

Mail-In Ballots

If you have requested a mail-in ballot and are returning the mail-in ballot, all voters can return their mail-in ballot via USPS in the postage paid envelope which was provided. Drop off at the Board of Elections at 11 Kennedy Blvd. in East Brunswick before 8pm on 11/8; OR return the ballot to the secure election drop box behind the Municipal Building by 8pm on 11/8. 

You can also bring your ballot to any of the secure ballot drop boxes in Middlesex County by 8pm on 11/8. Locations are listed on the Middlesex County Board of Elections web page.here.

Voting information can also be found on the Borough Clerk web page https://www.middlesexboro-nj.gov/clerk/#voting-nextup. Voters with any additional questions, please call the Borough Clerk at 732-356-7400, Ext. 238. 

– Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk 

Celebrate With Us: Annual Tree Lighting Dec. 4, 2022

Join Mayor John L. Madden and the Middlesex Recreation Department in Celebrating Our Annual Tree Lighting event on Sunday, December 4th at 4:00 in the afternoon.

Enjoy local entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides around the park, cookies, hot cocoa, photos with Santa, and more!

Sponsored by the Middlesex Recreation Department; for more information or to learn how you can get involved, email recreation@middlesexboro-nj.gov.

Cornhole Tournament Set for Saturday, October 22

The Rec Department announces a single-elimination Cornhole Tournament for Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 2-4pm at Runyon/Charlie Morgan Field (at the corner of Runyon Ave. and Hallock Ave.).

The cost is $20 per team. Registration is first-come, first-served – visit the Recreation Department’s registration portal at middlesexnj.myrec.com.

Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Register before 10/21!

FEMA Assistance for Accessibility Items for Homeowners and Renters

If you or a member of your household use adaptive or accessibility items that were damaged by a disaster, you may be eligible for FEMA assistance.

FEMA recognizes adaptive or accessibility items are an important part of your disaster recovery process and will enable you to maintain and/or re-establish your independence and quality of life after disaster.

FEMA assistance for specific accessibility items does not count toward your Housing Assistance or Personal Property maximum awards, and is limited to the following:

For homeowners:

• Exterior ramp,

• Grab bars, and

• Paved pathway to the home’s entrance from a vehicle.

For homeowners and renters:

• Accessible beds,

• Raised toilet seats and shower chairs,

• Accessible refrigerators and washers,

• Computers or adaptive technology, such as screen readers or adapted keyboards

• Motorized or manual wheelchairs, or walkers

• Visual and/or vibrating fire signals

Assistance for other damaged accessibility items or medical equipment such as CPAP, oxygen supplies, and catheters may be covered by FEMA's Medical and Dental Assistance.

FEMA's 2021 Changes to Assist Underserved Communities

In August 2021, FEMA amended the Individual Assistance Program and Policy Guide (IAPPG), Version 1.1, to create additional flexibilities that ensure access to assistance is equitably provided to all survivors.

In addition to the expansion of this Financial assistance for disability caused by disasters (detailed above), other updates in the amended policy include (1) Expanding the documentation requirements for ownership and occupancy, and (2) Offering more types of housing assistance and other needs assistance.

For more information on all three amendments, visit www.fema.gov/expanded-assistance or call FEMA's Helpline at 800-621-3362.

OEM Sponsors "Bystander CPR Training" for DPW Staff

The Middlesex Borough Office of Emergency Management Sponsors “Bystander CPR Training” for Entire Borough Dept. of Public Works Staff

On September 29, 2022, the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) was pleased to host MedicZero, a nonprofit organization of current medical school students from top rated institutions across the tri state area, with a passion for empowering the community with bystander-appropriate Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques. OEM sponsored the bystander hands-only CPR training for all of the Borough’s Department of Public Works (DPW) staff, as well as any other interested Borough staff. OEM members were also present and on hand to assist.

The training was a huge success, maxing out at 35 attendees of various ages and previous CPR abilities. After an informative and enlightening presentation from Pranya Gaddipati, the Chief Operating Officer of MedicZero, attendees were able to recognize and act in an appropriate and time sensitive manner on the characteristics of strokes and different cardiac episodes and situations.

Attendees were taught how to quickly assess a situation, recognize and identify stroke symptoms and cardiac episode symptoms, apply chest compressions effectively, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and maximize every crucial minute in a life threatening event.

“A lot of us have done CPR training before and years ago,” explained DPW Superintendent Leonard Vidal. “But after this one, I feel, we all are walking away learning a lot of new information to make the best decisions and actions for these situations in the future.”

It is the goal of OEM Administrator, Barbara Benson, along with Director Jack Costa, and Deputy Lee Poandl, with sponsor and support from the Middlesex Public Library and Library Director, Chrissy George, to bring this program to the entire Middlesex Borough community at NO COST to attendees. This program is tailored to serve and teach anyone aged 10 years old and up.

“Emergency preparedness doesn’t just mean having a go bag,” states OEM Administrator Barbara Benson. “You have to be prepared on every level. If you’re in the presence of a cardiac or stroke situation YOU are the help before the help arrives. Every minute during a stroke or cardiac situation is crucial, and it could be awhile before that ambulance arrives.”

“The Library is in the business of bringing information to the public, and there is no more valuable information than how to save a life,” says Library Director Chrissy George. “We are thrilled to work with OEM to assist in the goal of empowering every Middlesex resident to have the skills to save their neighbors.”

MedicZero’s mission “seeks to enable bystanders with the confidence to recognize emergencies and initiate care, encourage the delivery of skillful, evidence-based care by providers, and construct community paramedicine initiatives to improve the prehospital landscape.” With chapters across the tri state area in different universities, these EMTs, doctor and nursing students, under direction of licensed doctors endorsed from Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP), MedicZero strives to bring community emergency medical interventions suitable for the layperson and bystander to do as much possible in the “prehospital stages” of cardiac episodes. For more information on MedicZero, visit them on the web, at www.mediczero.org.

As the OEM decree states, “Disaster can strike at any time. We all have a personal responsibility to be ready. Help us preserve our future.” This is an invaluable opportunity to empower the entire community, and OEM is ready to make ALL of Middlesex a community that’s informed and fully prepared to save a life. For more information on upcoming classes, be sure to keep an eye on the OEM social media, at: www.facebook.com/MiddlesexBoroOEM.

Also, visit OEM at www.middlesexboro-nj.gov/emergency-management to learn about volunteer opportunities and more.

Tell Your Dogs and Cats: Rabies Clinic Saturday, November 5

Let your pets know that Middlesex Borough has a local rabies clinic scheduled here in the Borough on Saturday November 5, 2022

Humans can bring both their dogs AND cats from ​10am-Noon to the ​Public Works Department on 110 Main Street. Sponsored by the Borough, in cooperation with the Middlesex County Department of Public Safety & Health Office of Health Services.

• Date: Saturday, November 5th

• Time: 10:00am – 12:00 noon

• Place: Department of Public Works, 110 Main Street, Middlesex, NJ

You do not have to be a Middlesex Borough resident to attend the clinic.

Don't want to wait until Nov. 5? Maybe you're busy that day? Find additional dates and locations on the schedule at the County web page here.

Borough Phone Issues Being Addressed

Please be advised the Borough is still experiencing phone issues. Your understanding and patience is appreciated while  the issues are addressed and repaired. Please see the directory listed below with staff email addresses for alternate contact options.

UPDATE September 23, 2022 | The telephone company will be out today to work on the Borough's telephone system.

Borough Directory

(effective September 2022)

Clerk’s Office

Election Information, Licensing, Marriage & Vital Statistics, Shade Tree 

• LINDA CHISMAR, BOROUGH CLERK 732-356-7400 X238 lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

 Administration

Day to Day Operations and Management 

• INTERIM BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR 732-356-7400 x264 jrcosta@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Tax Collector

Property Tax Payments, Homestead Rebates, PTR Booklets 

• DARCY DELVECCHIO, TAX COLLECTOR 732-356-7400 x242 ddelvecchio@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Tax Assessment

Square Footage/Year Built, Reevaluation, Building Assessments  

• DAWN GUTTSCHALL, TAX ASSESSOR 732-356-7400 x 270 taxassessor@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Court Office

Pay Tickets, Case Dispositions, File Complaints 

• MERARI GAUD, COURT ADMINISTRATOR 732-356-7400 x245 or x279 virtualcourt@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Construction

Permits, Construction Fees, Inspections, Resale Certificates 

• MICHELE GALEK, TECHNICAL ASSISTANT 732-356-7400 X247 construction@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Health Department

Environmental Health Services, Food Inspection, Health Nuisance Investigations 

• TERRY BRUNDAGE, HEALTH OFFICER 732-947-1603  

Zoning

Landlord Registration, Vacant Property, Joint Land Use Board, Property Maintenance Issues 

• JOE COSTA, CODE ENFORCER 732-356-7400 X260  jrcosta@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Public Works

Recycling, Sanitation, Roads, Sewer 

• LEONARD VIDAL, SUPERVISOR, 732-968-1603 dpw@middlesexboro-nj.gov  

Recreation

Adult & Youth Programs, Summer Playground, Holiday Events 

• MELISSA DEMARINO, DIRECTOR 732-356-7400 x277 recreation@middlesexboro-nj.gov  

Senior Services

Senior Programs & Trips, SHIP Counseling, Application Assistance, Home Meal Delivery 

• MELISSA DEMARINO, DIRECTOR 732-356-0414 mdemarino@middlesexboro-nj.gov 

Swim Pool

Membership, Programs, Lessons 

• JIM GRIMM, DIRECTOR 732-356-3366 middlesexpool@gmail.com 

Library

Digital Resources, Programs  

• CHRISSY GEORGE, DIRECTOR 732-356-6602 cgeorge@middlesexlibrarynj.org 

Police Department

• 732-356-1900 

Police Records Department

Police Reports, Accident Reports

• 732-356-1900 ext.231/230 

Update: Community Pool Logo Contest

Our search for a logo has been narrowed down and continues to evolve.

When a final decision has been made, it will be announced.

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June 29, 2022 | Submissions Due by July 4th: the Middlesex Community Pool Logo Contest

YOU ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT YOUR IDEAS FOR A NEW LOGO IN A CONTEST THAT CLOSES JULY 4, 2022.

May 28, 2022 | The Middlesex Community Pool is holding a logo creation contest. The artwork must contain either “MCP” or “Middlesex Community Pool” in the design. The designer of the winning logo will be able to choose one item from the Pool Apparel Store bearing their winning logo and will have a framed exhibit at our Front Desk.  The logo will be used by the Middlesex Community Pool on its website, on its social media channels, and on apparel in their newly-created store.

The Logo Contest is open to everyone. Enter as many times as you like!  Entries must be received by 07/04/2022. There is no fee to enter the contest. A completed entry form must be included.

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CONTEST TERMS AND CONDITIONS

There is no fee to enter the contest. Entries must be submitted either (A) in a sealed envelope on a white piece of paper no larger than 8.5 x 11, mailed to Middlesex Community Pool, P.O. Box 515, Middlesex, NJ 08846, Logo Contest; or (B) via email to: middlesexpoolnj@gmail.com (high resolution pdf/jpg files). A completed entry form must be included. The work submitted must be original work product (no use of copyrighted art or images).

Submissions must be submitted in full-color, but also must be able to be acceptably printed in black and white. The Middlesex Community Pool will retain the rights for use of the winning artwork for promotional and merchandising purposes. The Middlesex Community Pool reserves the right to reject any entries deemed inappropriate, offensive or in violation of copyright or licensing. Submitted logos must be original work and may be used at the discretion of the Middlesex Community Pool, which will have consent of unlimited usage rights of the winning logo, including to modify or crop the image if necessary. All non-winning entrants will retain rights to their artwork.

A Collaborative Halloween Event: "Thursday the 13TH!"

Middlesex Recreation & Middlesex Library Present a collaborative Halloween event at the Middlesex Library Community Room & Middlesex Recreation Center on Thursday, October 13 from 5pm - 7pm.

1. It's the Great Pumpkin, Middlesex!
   @ the Library Community Room
   Activities • Games • Movie • Treats
   ALL ages!

2. And then...if you dare...
   Tiptoe through the fog and mist...to ghouls and ghosts and apparitions... spooks that go bump in the night... @ the Recreation Center's Haunted Hallows

All events held at 1300/1400 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ.

For more info: recreation@middlesexboro-nj.gov (732) 356-7400 ext. 277 or email cgeorge@middlesexlibrarynj.org • (732) 356-6602

Food Trucks and Fun at Mountainview Park October 8th

Fall Festival season is in full swing as the Food Trucks come to our Borough to celebrate community! Join between 12-14 food trucks, live music, games including hatchet tossing, cornhole, face painters and so much more!

Back by popular demand...The Food Trucks will be rolling into Middlesex this October 8th! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and 4-legged friends to Mountainview Park from 11a-7 where you will be able to enjoy FOOD, ACTIVITIES, MUSIC, and COMMUNITY!

Saturday, October 8, 2022
Mountainview Park, Middlesex, NJ
11:00am to 7:00pm

Food Trucks Include…

(Subject to change) Alohat Tropical Bowls, Angry Archies, Caralindas Empanadas, Cat Like Reflexes, Chanks Pizza Cones, Clyde’s Ice Cream, Harrys lil Kitchen, JerZey Girl Pickles, Marley’s Wing and Things, My Back Yard BBQ, Rolling Yatai, Sweet Trail Bakery, Taco Pepi, The Angry Chouriço BBQ, The Lomo Truck, The Wicked Waffle stick, Top Tea Plug-Bubble Tea, and more!

FOR THE MOST UPDATED LIST, visit the Facebook event page here.

Beverages

Visitors to the event will be able to wash down their food truck feast of choice with a variety of local NJ craft beers, wine, and hard seltzers. The alcohol is being made available by the Middlesex Elks, Lodge 1488.

Live Music

Perhaps a full belly will embolden attendees to sway to the rhythms of live music by Wolfgang Jack or Twisted Charmor.

Activities

Activities that can be found at the event include Throw House Hatchet, Toss, Boardwalk Games, Extreme Racing Grand Prix, Face Painters, Bounce House, and more!

FOR THE MOST UPDATED LIST of performers and activities, visit the Facebook event page here.

Tables

Non-profit community organizations will have the opportunity to participate through table display. Some tables are still available; those interested in reserving a table for community outreach at this event should speak to the Middlesex Borough Recreation Department at 732-356-7400 ext. 277.

Tickets

Megabite Events will be organizing ticket distribution. Tickets purchased at the door will be $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-10, and those 3 and under are free. Last year’s event was very popular, and this year looks even better! Anyone interested in attending should consider getting their tickets ahead of time. Visit https://mega-bite-events.ticketleap.com/2nd-annual-middlesex-borough-food-truck-festival/ to purchase tickets.

This promises to be a fun and exciting way to kick of the fall season. So, people are encouraged to grab friends and family, and be ready to have a wonderful time celebrating with the community. Be sure to bring your folding chairs!

Keep an eye on the Event page on Facebook here for the most updated information about participating vendors and activities.

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* Middlesex Borough is partnering with Mega Bites Events to organize this fun-filled community event at Mountainview Park on October 8, 2022. Musical acts and Food Truck vendors are subject to change.

Mega Bites Events is a premier organizer of community events and festivals throughout New Jersey. If you would like more information on the Middlesex County Food Truck Festival, please contact Middlesex Borough Recreation Department at 732-356-7400 ext. 277.

MONDAY: Annual September 11th Commemorative Ceremony

Due to the inclement weather on Sunday evening, this event will be held Monday 9/12 at 7pm.

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Middlesex Borough will hold its annual September 11th Remembrance Ceremony on Sunday, 9/11/2022 at 6:00 pm in Victor Crowell Park at the Memorial. The public is invited to attend this ceremony to remember all those who lost their lives and all those who served on September 11, 2001.

This year we are pleased to also include our neighbors from the Dunellen Fire and Police Departments, OEM, Rescue Squad, American Legion, and Mayor's office.

* In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be postponed to the next day, September 12 (7pm, same location at Victor Crowell Park).

Community Pool: Thank You to Our Members, Guests, and Staff for Another Special Season

The sun has set on another successful pool season!

Thank you to our members, guests, and staff that made Summer 2022 another special and successful season! We are very thankful that you included us as one of your outdoor destinations this Summer. Your excitement and presence always helps us create a real “pool community!” Be sure to tell your family and friends how much you enjoy the pool so they may join us next Summer!

We wish everyone good health in the off-season and look forward to seeing everyone for Summer 2023!

Your Middlesex Community Pool
where happy memories are made

* Remember to follow us on Facebook at “Middlesex Community Pool.”
SEE YOU NEXT SUMMER!

Somerset Patriots Baseball Discounted Tickets: Sep. 15th

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW

• Somerset Patriots v Portland Sea Dogs

• Thursday, September 15, 2022

• Game time is 6:35 PM

• @ TD Bank Ball Park

Tickets are $5 – that is a $4.50 savings off the gate price. Only 30 tickets in stock. Sold at a first come, first serve basis.

• Tickets are on sale NOW at the Recreation Department, 1200 Mountain Ave.

• Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30AM-4:30PM and Friday 8:30AM-1:00PM.

• Cash (exact change) or personal checks are accepted.

Please pass this on to anyone who may be interested!

Thank you for your continued support of the Recreation Department and the Borough of Middlesex.

DELAYED: River Road Milling and Resurfacing to Begin Sep.7

UPDATED AGAIN MONDAY, AUG. 29 | Please be advised the Middlesex County Department of Highways will be milling and resurfacing River Road in the coming weeks. This project will begin and end, subject to availability of equipment and weather permitting, on or about the dates listed below.

Project: Middlesex River Road

Project Limits: Lincoln Boulevard to Second Train Bridge
Approximate time(s) 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (weekdays only)

• Activity – Start/End Date

• Milling – Wed., 09/07/2022 08/31/2022 08/24/2022

• Paving – Thu., 09/08/2022 09/01/2022 08/25/2022

• Striping – Fri., 09/09/2022 09/02/2022 08/26/2022

• Dates are Tentative (Subject to Change)

We regret any inconvenience that may result from this activity. Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact the County DOT, Office of Public Works, at 732-940-3800, www.middlesexcountynj.gov.

Mosquito Spray Notification: Monday, Aug. 22

Weather conditions permitting, the Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission will be conducting a truck ULV spray mission for nuisance adult mosquitoes and/or vector control.

• Municipality: Middlesex

• Date and Time: Monday, August 22, 2022, 7:00 PM to 11:59 PM.

• Rain Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

• Location: Areas north of NJ-28 and east of Greenbrook Rd

A map of the spray zone can be viewed here at this link.

The adult mosquito control treatment being conducted to reduce the number of nuisance and/or vector mosquitoes is in compliance with section 9.10 and 9.15 of the New Jersey Pesticide Control Code (N.J.A.C. Title 7, Chapter 30). The mosquito control products used will be those recommended by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES), Rutgers University for the control of adult mosquitoes which include: Malathion (Fyfanon ULV®, Atrapa®, or MicroFloMalathion® EPA# 67760-34); Etofenprox (Zenivex®E20, requiring dilution or Zenivex ®E4, RTU, EPA# 2724-807); Prallethrin - Sumithrin (Duet™ EPA# 1021-1795-8329); Deltamethrin (DeltaGard® EPA# 432-1534). All applications will be according to product labeling. For additional information on mosquitoes and adulticiding, contact Dr. Deepak Matadha, Superintendent (NJDEP CPA License #50245B), Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission at 200 Parsonage Rd Edison NJ 08837 at 732-549-0665.

For routine pesticide-related health inquiries, please contact the National Pesticide Information Center, at 1-800-858-7378. For information on pesticide regulations, pesticide complaints and health referrals, contact the New Jersey Pesticide Control Program at 1-609-984-6507. In the case of any pesticide emergency, please contact the New Jersey Poison Information and Education System at 1-800-222-1222. Upon request, the pesticide applicator or applicator business shall provide a resident with notification at least 12 hours prior to the application, except for Quarantine and Disease Vector Control only, when conditions necessitate pesticide applications sooner than that time.

The County Commission's website here provides updated information on time and location of application(s).

Residents can take following precautions to reduce exposure: (1) Pay attention to notices about mosquito insecticide treatments found through newspapers, websites, automated telephone messages or notices distributed by municipal, county or state agencies, (2) Plan your activities to limit time spent outside during times of possible insecticide treatments. Move your pets, their food, and water dishes inside during ULV applications. Also bring clothing and children’s toys inside. Stay back from application equipment, whether in use or not, (3) Whenever possible, remain indoors with windows closed and with window air conditioners on non-vent (closed to the outside air) and window fans turned off during spraying, (4) Avoid direct contact with surfaces that are still wet from pesticide spraying. Do not allow children to play in areas that have been sprayed until they have completely dried (approximately one hour), (5) If you must remain outdoors, avoid eye and skin contact with the spray. If you get spray in your eyes or on your skin, immediately flush and rinse with water, (6) Consult your doctor if you think you are experiencing health effects from the spraying. People who suffer from chemical sensitivities or feel spraying may aggravate a preexisting health condition may consult their physician or local health department.

Sincerely,
Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission
200 Parsonage Road
Edison, NJ 08837
Phone: (732) 549-0665

DPW Seeking Volunteers to Help Clean Up the Green Brook at Mountain View Park

As part of World Cleanup Day on Saturday, September 17, our Department of Public Works (DPW) is coordinating and managing a local project in partnership with the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership (LWRP) to clean up the Green Brook in Middlesex.

Be a part of cleaning and beautifying Mountain View Park! Please register to volunteer at the link below.

• Saturday, Sep. 17, 2022

• Mountain View Park, 302 John F Kennedy Dr, Middlesex, NJ 08846

• 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

• All supplies will be provided.

• Please wear shoes and clothing that can get wet and dirty.

• Lunch following the event provided by Jozanna’s Catering.

This program is coordinated and managed by the Middlesex DPW and a Clean Communities grant. For additional information, visit the Lower Raritan Watershed Partnership (LWRP) website here, or the World Cleanup Day website here.

Beautification Committee Selects August "Home of the Month"

The Middlesex Beautification Committee is proud to announce the ‘Home of the Month’ for August. Drive by 316 Raphael Ave. and see the ‘Home of the Month’ sign on the property of the Parello-Bolesta Family.

Nominating a Home of the Month for September

If you wish to nominate a ‘Home of the Month’ for September, see the directions found in our earlier news article here.

Message from the Mayor: Recent Borough Fires Prompt Important Safety Reminders

Whether one believes in the deleterious effects of climate change or not, I think we all can agree that the excessive heat and humidity has plagued us this season like the spotted lantern fly invasion. With more outdoor activities planned, we are reminded of the need for additional precautions and considerations for our welfare and safety. In addition, those with health issues must deal with unsafe levels of ozone while outdoors. 

So far, we have had two fires within the Borough recently. Therefore, I am providing some reminders regarding fire prevention and safety. 

Probably, the most obvious issues are concerning outdoor grills. 

Do not put a grill on dry/dead grass. A stray spark emanating from the grill can easily start a fire. Also place grills well away from buildings and other structures such as deck railings. Please keep in mind any low overhanging branches or roofs could catch fire as well. Leaving the grill unattended is the perfect recipe for a fire. 

Discarded matches, cleaning solvents or hot coals could be a source of ignition. Potted plants are not the appropriate final resting place for discarded cigarette butts. Keeping all combustibles away from a grill such as wooden utensils, paper products, plastic bags, food packaging, etc. while cooking is always a good practice. 

Many residents who are fans of gardens as I am, probably have experienced that using peat moss or a similar mulch can become another source of ignition if its gets hot enough. 

Although legal in the Borough, fire pits have become very popular. Only clean wood should be used. A water source must be readily available nearby. The Fire Department does not permit material other than clean wood to be burned such as household refuse, construction debris or yard waste. As a matter of fact, if a complaint is received by the Fire Department, they will immediately respond. They have the discretion of the Fire Officer or Fire Marshal to issue a violation for the use of said prohibited material. In addition, a violation may be issued if the fire is creating a nuisance or hazard. Code enforcement will issue summonses resulting in fines for violations of any fire ordinance. 

Please remember, inattentive or careless activity resulting in smoke or fire complaints will triggers a quick response from our First Responders. With all the gear that each member must wear, especially fire and police, a significant challenge is created dealing with this burden as well as not specifically knowing what they will face when they get to the scene. I cannot imagine such an arduous and demanding situation as they are put in harms way. We all must be very aware that physical distress and or injury (or worse) may be heightened due to this severe weather. Let’s all pitch in to keep one another safe. 

Enjoy the rest of your Summer. 
Mayor John L. Madden