UPDATE: NJ ANCHOR property tax relief program
The ANCHOR program replaces the Homestead Benefit program and expands the amount of property tax relief.
Attention ANCHOR Applicants: Application Deadline Extended to Feb. 28
JANUARY 11, 2023 | The deadline for filing your ANCHOR benefit application is February 28, 2023. We will begin paying ANCHOR benefits in the late Spring of 2023. ANCHOR payments will be paid in the form of a direct deposit or check, not as credits to property tax bills. Homeowners who filed a Homestead Benefit application last year may be able to obtain their ID and PIN numbers online. Renters/Tenants do not need an ID or PIN number to file.
Visit the Division's ANCHOR page for all filing information. Due to high call volume, the ANCHOR and Homestead Benefit Hotline may be unable to take your call at certain times. If that occurs, please try your call at another time. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
New Jersey residents soon will receive filing information mailers for the 2019 ANCHOR – Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters – property tax relief program. The ANCHOR program replaces the Homestead Benefit program and expands the amount of property tax relief.
This program provides property tax relief to New Jersey residents who owned or rented their principal residence (main home) on October 1, 2019, and met the income limits.
General online information:
https://nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor/index.shtmlHomeowners
Information, FAQs & file applications online:
https://nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor/home.shtmlHomeowners are encouraged to file applications online, but can file applications electronically by phone: 1-877-658-2972
Tenants
Information, FAQs & File Online:
https://nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor/tenant.shtmlThere is no telephone filing option for tenants. To ask questions via phone, call 1-888-238-1233
In-person assistance is available at Taxation Regional Information Centers in Fair Lawn, Trenton, and Galloway. For faster service, we strongly recommend making an appointment. Learn more about in-person options by visitng https://www.nj.gov/treasury/taxation/contact.shtml
The filing deadline for the ANCHOR Application - Tax Year 2019 - is December 30, 2022.
Community Pool: "The 2022 Survey Says...!"
Thank you to our members for taking the time to fill out our member survey. We are so thankful for all the responses! Here's what they said…
We recently sent out a survey to our members. Below are some comments (and compliments!) that were made. Thank you to our members for taking the time to fill out our member survey. We are so thankful for all the responses! Here's what they said:
“We love the pool and are sad at the end of every summer. The Middlesex pool is amazing and clean and just plain fun! ”
“Love the pool and spending summer days there with friends and family.”
“This was our first year as members and we loved it! ”
“Absolutely LOVE the Middlesex pool”
“We love the pool. With two school aged children it is the place to be in the summer. ”
“Jim does a great job.”
“I have recommended the pool to all my friends! We love it and feel totally relaxed every time we come. And with this hot summer there was plenty of shade!”
“The pool and grounds are great”
“First, we appreciate immensely your hard work to provide such a beautiful experience for us-the cleanliness, the rules, everything is the absolute BEST of any town. Thank you for all of that. And may I add that the lap pool is a marvelous addition; no more waiting for adult swim times like the old days. I can now exercise laps several times a day there. We also appreciate so much the senior rate; that is such a big help to us, really. We feel that you work very hard to keep things running smoothly and safely. Thank you.”
“The pool is great and has great potential."
“We had a great 1st summer at Middlesex pool!”
“It has been a pleasure to be a member of the MCP community. The staff is friendly and capable. The pool is clean and well maintained. ”
“Excellent facility. Excellent staff.”
“I am happy with all aspects of the facilities.”
“Great pool, and great time for the summer. Will def come back next year, thx and enjoy.”
“Love the pool and your staff! Can’t wait for next summer!!”
Sunshine Notices: 2022 (January-December)
December 2022: Middlesex Borough Sunshine Notices (Open Public Meetings Act).
NEW JERSEY OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
The Open Public Meetings Law, which is commonly referred to as the “Sunshine Law,” establishes the right of all citizens to have adequate advance notice of all public meetings and the right to attend meetings at which any business affecting the public is discussed or acted upon. (P.L.1975, c.231 (C.10:4-6))
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date December 21, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the "Open Public Meeting Law' P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 8AM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to interview for the position of Borough Administrator in Executive Session.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on December 21, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date December 20, 2022
Office of Health Department
2023 SUNSHINE NOTICE
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Board of Health will hold its Board Meetings at 7:00pm, at the Recreation Building, 1400 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ,on the second Thursday of the following months:
January 12 (Reorganization meeting)
February 9
April 13
June 8
August 10
October 12
December14
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on December 9, 2022.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice Publish Date December 14, 2022
1200 Mountain Ave| Middlesex, NJ 08846
Middlesex Community Pool
In compliance with the Open Public Meeting Law PL 1975,C.231, the following schedule is set for the meetings of the Swim Pool Commission during 2023:
Meetings are held every third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Middlesex Public Library with the exception of May, June, July, August, and September, which are held at the Middlesex Community Pool.
2023 POOL MEETINGS
Swim Pool Commission meetings will be held every third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. The following dates are scheduled for the meetings:
January 18, at Library
February 15, at Library
March 15, at Library
April 19, at Library
May 17, at Pool
June 21, at Pool
July 19, at Pool
August 16, at Pool
September 20, at Pool
October 18, at Library
November 15, at Library
December 20, at Library
I hereby certify that the following newspapers were mailed copies of this notice: The Star-Ledger, and The Courier News; and said notice were posted on the bulletin board of the Municipal Building on January 1, 2023.
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Katie Young, Secretary Swim Pool Commission
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date December 13, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | Middlesex, NJ 08846
ANNUAL NOTICE
In compliance with the "Open Public Meeting Law" P.L. 1975 C231, the following schedule is set for the meetings of Mayor and Council for the year 2023:
January 3 (Reorganization), 24
February 14, 28
March 14, 28
April 11, 25
May 9, 23
June 13, 27
July 25
August 22
September 12, 26
October 10, 24
November 21
December 19
Regular Meetings commence at 7:00 p.m.
Meetings will be held at the Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey.
Action may be taken at any meeting above.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were e-mailed to the Courier News, Star Ledger, borough website, and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on December 13, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date December 13, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | Middlesex, NJ 08846
ANNUAL NOTICE | OFFICE OF SHADE TREE COMMISSION 2023
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Shade Tree Commission will hold its monthly meetings at 7PM at the Middlesex Borough Hall, 1200 Mountain Avenue the second Thursday of each month, except July and August, there will be no meeting held.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
_____________________________
Linda Chismar, Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Star Ledger, posted on the Borough Website and in the Municipal Building on December 12, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date November 29, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | Middlesex, NJ 08846
ANNUAL NOTICE | PARKS IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Parks Improvement Committee will hold its monthly meetings at 7:30 p.m. at the Middlesex Municipal Building the first Tuesday of each month in 2023.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Star Ledger, Borough Website and posted in the Municipal Building on November 29, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date November 29, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | Middlesex, NJ 08846
PARKS IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Parks Improvement Committee will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on December 6, 2022 at the Middlesex Municipal Building.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Star Ledger, Borough Website and posted in the Municipal Building on November 29, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date November 16, 2022
The Middlesex Board of Health will be holding a Special Meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. at the Recreation Building, 1400 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ, to discuss:
1. Contract between the Middlesex Board of Health and Middlesex County.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica, Deputy Registrar
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on November 16, 2022.
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Carmen Modica, Deputy Registrar
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date October 11, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
CANCELLATION OF OCTOBER 13, 2022 SHADE TREE MEETING &
RESCHEDULING OF NOVEMBER 10, 2022 SHADE TREE MEETING
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission has cancelled their October 13, 2022 Shade Tree Meeting and rescheduled their November 10, 2022 Meeting to be held on November 17, 2022 commencing at 7 p.m. at the Middlesex Municipal Building located at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on October 11, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date August 31, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 7PM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to discuss Police Department Personnel.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on August 31, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date August 30, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
The Special Meeting scheduled to be held on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 7PM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to discuss Police Department Personnel has been cancelled.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on August 30, 2022.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date August 10 2022
Borough of Middlesex
Joint Land Use Board - Meeting Cancellation
1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, N.J. 08846
August 10,2022 | 7:30 P.M.
The regularly scheduled Joint Land Use Board meeting for Wednesday August 10,2022 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be Wednesday September 14,2022 at 7pm in Borough Hall Courtroom
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date August 8, 2022
Office of Health Department
Notice of Special Meeting
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Board of Health will hold A Special Meeting on Thursday, August 11, 2021 at 7:00 P.M. at the Recreation Building, 1400 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ to discuss:
1) Minutes: Approval of the May 12, 2022, Meeting Minutes
2) Reports:
A. Monthly REHS Activities Report – May, June, July 2022
B. Monthly Environmental Statistics Report – April, May, June (added) 2022
C. Monthly Environmental Summary Report – May, June 2022
D. Registrar’s Report – May, June, July 2022
E. Board of Health Report – May, June, July 2022
3) Unfinished Business
A. Coordination with Borough Council
B. Training & Courses
C. County Contract
D. Pollution & Environment
E. Sustainable NJ
F. Births & Deaths (includes COVID-19)
G. Budget & Finance (includes License Fees)
H. Website
I. Rabies Clinic
J. NJ Local Board of Health Association (NJLBHA)
K. Publicity (includes Newsletter and other outreach)
4) New Business
A. Amend Ordinance No. 1765-10 – An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 154, Certificates, Birth, Death and Marriage of the Code of the Borough of Middlesex
B. Closing establishments – for non-compliance of mercantile licensing
C. Air Quality Flag Program
D. Ordinance 2063-22 - Referendum for Cannabis Retailers
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on August 8, 2022.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date July 15, 2022
Borough of Middlesex
Joint Land Use Board
2022 Meeting Schedule (Change in Location)
The Joint Land Use Board of the Borough of Middlesex will conduct its Meetings on the Wednesdays which were approved at reorganization meeting on January 12, 2022. These meetings will be held at 7:00pm.
AMMENDMENT: SITE LOCATION: As of the August 10, 2022 meeting, the location will be Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ 08846
Regular Meeting Dates for 2022:
August 10,2022
September 14,2022
September 28,2022
October 12,2022
October 26,2022
November 9,2022
December 14,2022
January 11,2023- Reorganization
January 25, 2023
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date July 13, 2022
Office of Health Department
TAKE NOTICE that the regularly scheduled Board of Health meeting for Thursday, July 14, 2022 has been cancelled.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on July 13, 2022
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date June 30, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 7PM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to fill the vacancy on the Borough Council.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were emailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on June 30, 2022.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date June 28, 2022
Office of Health Department
TAKE NOTICE that the regularly scheduled Board of Health meeting for Thursday, July 14, 2022 will now be held at the Middlesex Library, 1300 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ. We will be adhering to social distancing rules and masks must be worn at all times, unless you can provide a doctor’s note stating that you cannot wear a mask. (The medical reason does not need to be provided).
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on June 28, 2022
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date June 23, 2022
Office of Health Department
TAKE NOTICE that the presentation by the NJDEP scheduled for Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 10:00am will now be on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 10:00am. Presentation is still being held at the Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ. NJDEP will be conducting an educational presentation on air quality in New Jersey (especially Ozone and particulates), as well as the Air Quality Flag Program.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in theMunicipalBuildingon June 23, 2022.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date June 10, 2022
Borough of Middlesex
Office of Shade Tree Commission
2022 AMENDED ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE
(Change in Time)
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Shade Tree Commission will begin holding their monthly meetings at 7PM at the Middlesex Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ the second Thursday of each month, except July and August, there will be no meeting held.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News and Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on June 10, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date April 29, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
The Governing Body of the Borough of Middlesex will hold a Special Remote Meeting on Monday, May 2, 2022 commencing at 9:00 a.m. to retain an Interim Business Administrator. Action will be taken.
This will be held remotely and anyone can access the meeting via a telephone with the following call in number and password:
Call in Number: +1 848-220-3300
Password: 561-913
The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to lchismar@middlesexboro-nj .gov prior to 8:30 a.m. on May 2, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. If you have any questions regarding access, please email lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231 , P. L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, Star Ledger and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on April 29, 2022. View a copy of the full notice here (pdf).
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date April 12, 2022
Governing Body of Middlesex Borough
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 7PM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to discuss the Borough Administrator position.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on April 12, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date April 12, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ 08846
SUNSHINE NOTICE
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission meeting of April 14, 2022 at the Middlesex Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ has been rescheduled for April 21, 2022 at 7:30 PM. We will be adhering to social distancing rules and masks must be worn at all times, unless you can provide a doctor’s note stating that you cannot wear a mask. (The medical reason does not need to be provided).
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on April 12, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date March 24, 2022
Governing Body of Middlesex Borough
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 7PM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to discuss Borough Administrator Interviews in Executive Session.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on March 23, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date March 14, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ 08846
SUNSHINE NOTICE
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission meeting of April 14, 2022 will now be held at the Middlesex Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ as per their amended Annual Meeting Notice dated February 15, 2022. We will be adhering to social distancing rules and masks must be worn at all times, unless you can provide a doctor’s note stating that you cannot wear a mask. (The medical reason does not need to be provided).
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on March 14, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date March 11, 2022
Office of Health Department
2022 Amending Annual Notice
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Board of Health, Borough of Middlesex, Middlesex, New Jersey has amended the 2022 meeting schedule, effective immediately. Board of Health 2022 meetings will be held bi-monthly at 7:00pm, on the second Thursday of the following months:
May 12
July 14
September 8
November 10
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Home News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on March 11, 2022.
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Carmen Modica, Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date March 3, 2022
Governing Body of Middlesex Borough
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Meeting on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 8 AM in the Municipal Building at 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey to discuss Borough Administer Interviews in Executive Session.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on March 3, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date March 2, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, the Governing Body of Middlesex Borough will hold a Special Remote Meeting on Monday, March 7, 2022 at 4 PM to discuss PBA Contract Negotiations in Executive Session. Anyone can access the meeting via a telephone with the following call in number and password:
Call in Number: +1 848-220-3300
Password: 561-913
The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov prior to 2:00 p.m. on March 7, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. If you have any questions regarding access, please email lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on March 2, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date February 28, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
SUNSHINE NOTICE
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission meeting of March 10, 2022 will now be held at the Middlesex Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ as per their amended Annual Meeting Notice dated February 15, 2022. We will be adhering to social distancing rules and masks must be worn at all times, unless you can provide a doctor’s note stating that you cannot wear a mask. (The medical reason does not need to be provided).
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
__________________________
Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on February 28, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date February 15, 2022
Borough of Middlesex, NJ 08846
Office of SHADE TREE COMMISSION
2022 AMENDED ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE
(Change in Location)
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Shade Tree Commission will begin holding their monthly meetings at 7:30 p.m. at the Middlesex Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, NJ the second Thursday of each month, except July and August, there will be no meeting held. If any of the meetings change to be held remote due to COVID 19, they will be noticed with a Sunshine Notice, along with notice on the borough website, which will include the call in number information. MASKS ARE REQUIRED.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 24, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date February 14, 2022
Borough of Middlesex - Amended Annual Notice
Meetings of the Mayor and Council
In compliance with the "Open Public Meeting Law" P.L. 1975 C231, the location for the following meetings of the Mayor and Council for the year 2022 has been changed:
February 22
March 15
April 12, 26
May 10, 24
June 14, 28
July 26
August 23
September 13, 27
October 11, 25
November 22
December 20
Regular Meetings commence at 7:00 p.m.
Meetings will now be held at the Municipal Building, 1200 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey.
Action may be taken at any meeting above.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were e-mailed to the Courier News, Star Ledger, borough website, and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on February 14, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date February 9, 2022
Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, there will be a remote meeting on Tuesday February 15, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. for the Middlesex Borough Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee regarding the use of HUD grant money. All Borough residents are invited to the remote meeting. Anyone can access the meeting with the attached link or via a telephone with the following call in number and password.
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Passcode: 912980
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The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to kmeixner@middlesexboro-nj.gov prior to 3:00 p.m. on February 15, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. If you have any questions regarding access, please email kmeixner@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on February 9, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date February 2, 2022
Office of Health Department
2022 SUNSHINE NOTICE
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Board of Health February 10th meeting will now be held remotely via zoom commencing at 7:00 p.m. Anyone can access the meeting by using the following meeting ID and passcode:
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 822 9101 5311
Passcode: 531383
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If you have any questions regarding access, please email cmodica@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting. This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica
Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on January 31, 2022.
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Carmen Modica
Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date January 24, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission will now be holding their February 10, 2022 Meeting remotely commencing at 7:30 p.m. Anyone can access the meeting via a telephone with the following call in number and password:
Call in Number: +1 848-220-3300
Password: 561-913
The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov prior to 3PM on February 10, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. You will also be able to speak remotely during the public portion of the meeting. If you have any questions regarding access, please email lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 24, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date January 19, 2022
Borough of Middlesex | 1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
The Governing Body of the Borough of Middlesex will hold their Public Meeting on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the Recreation Center at 1400 Mountain Avenue, Middlesex, New Jersey. We will be adhering to social distancing rules. Temperatures will be taken upon entering the building and masks must be worn at all times, unless you can provide a doctor’s note stating that you cannot wear a mask. (The medical reason does not need to be provided).
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 19, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date January 11, 2022
Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee
SUNSHINE NOTICE
In compliance with the “Open Public Meeting Law” P.L. 1975 C231, there will be a remote meeting on Thursday January 27, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. for the Middlesex Borough Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee regarding the use of HUD grant money. All Borough residents are invited to the remote meeting. Anyone can access the meeting with the attached link or via a telephone with the following call in number and password.
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Meeting ID: 875 8750 1996
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Meeting ID: 875 8750 1996
Passcode: 356814
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The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to kmeixner@middlesexboro-nj.gov prior to 3:00 p.m. on January 27, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. If you have any questions regarding access, please email kmeixner@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted on the website and bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 11, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date January 10, 2022
Office of Health Department
2022 SUNSHINE NOTICE
TAKE NOTICE that the Middlesex Board of Health January 13thmeetingwill now be held remotely via zoom commencing at 7:00 p.m. Anyone can access the meeting by using the following meeting ID and passcode::
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83845446654?pwd=UmI1bVdLd0I4RzAwbVp5Uno0QWV4QT09
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If you have any questions regarding access, please email cmodica@middlesexboro-nj.govahead of the meeting.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter #231, P.L. 1975.
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Carmen Modica
Board of Health Secretary
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were sent to the Courier News, Star Ledger and posted in the Municipal Building on January6, 2022.
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Carmen Modica
Board of Health Secretary
Sunshine Notice: Publish Date January 6, 2022
Middlesex Shade Tree Commission
1200 Mountain Avenue | Middlesex, NJ 08846
The Middlesex Shade Tree Commission will now be holding their January 13, 2022 Meeting remotely commencing at 7:30 p.m. Anyone can access the meeting via a telephone with the following call in number and password:
Call in Number: +1 848-220-3300
Password: 561-913
The meeting is open to the public and we ask that public comments or questions be emailed to lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov prior to 3PM on January 13, 2022 so that we can read them aloud into the record. You will also be able to speak remotely during the public portion of the meeting. If you have any questions regarding access, please email lchismar@middlesexboro-nj.gov ahead of the meeting.
This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
I hereby certify that copies of this notice were mailed to the Courier News, The Star Ledger, and posted to the borough website and posted on the bulletin board in the Municipal Building on January 6, 2022.
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Linda Chismar, Borough Clerk
Sunshine Notices: Previous Years
Borough Assessor: Revaluation Presentation at the December 20 Council Meeting (7pm)
Property owners will be receiving a letter from Professional Property Appraisers Inc. regarding the 2023 total assessment.
PLEASE DIRECT YOUR REVALUATION QUESTIONS TO 1-800-410-5815.
The Borough Assessor will be holding a presentation regarding the revaluation at the Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 7PM.
December 14, 2022
Property Owners: Revaluation Completed, Letters are On the Way
Property owners will be receiving a letter from Professional Property Appraisers Inc. regarding the 2023 total assessment. Representatives of Professional Property Appraisers will be available to answer questions.
Please see the attached sample notice, also shown below.
The phone number to call is 1-800-410-5815 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday no later than Wednesday, December 21 December 28, 2022.
Additional information can be read in the February “Latest News” article here.
Sample letter updated Dec-12
Holiday Greetings from the Community Pool
Happy Holidays from the Swim Pool Commission!
To Our Members
Thank you for a phenomenal 2022 Summer season! All Summer long, and especially during this season, we’re thankful for our wonderful members!
Thank you for your patronage. We love having you all here and making the pool something to look forward to each year and each day in the Summer. Thank you also to our hard-working staff, who help keep the pool running and welcoming to our members!
Happy Holidays!
The Swim Pool Commission
Mayor’s Report: December 2022
Mayor Madden shares news about (1) the new Dog Park, (2) Creighton Lake water quality, and (3) the contamination plume from the Middlesex Sampling Plant.
Yes, it’s official !!
This week, on November 29, 2022, I formally dedicated the new Middlesex Borough Dog Park in a well attended ribbon-cutting ceremony. The park can accommodate small and large dogs separately.
In attendance were members of our Police Department including Chief Matthew Geist, Business Administrator Joe Costa, myself, DPW and Recreation personnel . In addition, council members and residents were there (with their dogs!).
A special thanks go out to our newest Councilman, Mr. Michael Conahan for spearing this project (with Council support) from idea to completion.
Creighton Lake Water Quality Update
11/07/2022
Most recent laboratory sampling of E. Coli
Sample from >> Results
Dock near Dam >> 1,203.3 MPN/100ml
Middle Dock >> 1,203.3 MPN/100ml
Walking Bridge (footbridge) >> 410.6 MPN/100ml
Dock near Walking Bridge (footbridge) >> 579.4 MPN/100ml
I also requested an E.Coli sample from Lake Nelson in Piscataway. This required an OPRA request.
11/07/2022
Sample Result >> 11.0 MPN/100ml
Again, all 4 samples are unacceptably high. In my opinion, our target should be set at water quality standards for primary contact recreational water (eventual goal) criteria as determined by the EPA, Office of Water 820-F-058. Page 49 (of 69) of the document reveals the estimated illness rates for E. Coli in fresh water which are below consistently tested values at the Creighton Lake.
Table 1. Recommended 2012 RWQC.
Visits from the NJDEP and County Health Department
On November 3, 2022, the NJDEP division of Fish and Wildlife under Mr. Scott Collenberg (Senior Fisheries Biologist) came out to our lake to understand the impact of the large fish kill there last year for an electrofishing survey (capturing and measuring fish, etc.). this was in response to a strong email that I sent to the DEP Commissioner, Mr. Shawn Latorette et al.
Last week, Mickey Gross of the County Health Department, and other health officials there contacted me to determine the non-point contamination source. No sanitary leakage is emanating from our Borough lines according to Mr. Vidal of our DPW. The County will check with Piscataway.
Finally, we had a long virtual meeting late last week including the DEP, NJ American Water, the Borough Administrator, myself and others to discuss a resolve to our situation. Unfortunately, I found the meeting to be non-productive and ineffective. Gathering data, modeling and monitoring will not achieve our goals but prolong the problem. I will continue to put pressure on the responsible party until we reach a satisfactory solution for Middlesex Borough.
Update from Contamination Plume From the Middlesex Sampling Plant
A Department of Army letter went out to residents on or about October 26, 2022 explaining this notification and identifying the water quality constituents within this low concentration plume of (VOC’s). Listed were carbon tetrachloride, chloroform (the breakdown of carbon tet.) and trichloroethylene.
According to this report, approximately 260 properties are listed (from the fact sheet) in lots and blocks. Said properties are identified as simply being located within the boundary of the plume with no suggestion of contaminated private wells. In fact most of these properties are being serviced by public water already.
Horizontal vs. Vertical Movement
According to Mr. Daniel Kennedy, Project Manager for the USACE, there is no current information regarding any horizontal movement of the plume. The vertical movement however has been identified as moving deeper into the bedrock- now measured at about 330 feet. Interestingly, no radiologicals which were prevalent in the MSP have been detected in this plume.
Mr. Kennedy stated that the wells above the plume are not affected but still should have their water tested for contaminants. If contamination is present (at any level), the Dept. of Health should be notified and subsequent testing will be performed. Measures will be taken, either providing bottled water or remediation equipment to be installed for the resident who may most likely be able to hookup to municipal water at no charge.
Properties: Permits Required
This notification subjects the properties who may install a well within the plume to a well and land use restriction requiring them to get a DEP permit and be aware of the limitations associated with the property.
By the way a public meeting was held on August 31, 2020 to present the groundwater investigation findings with a proposed plan to address the contamination.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Daniel Kennedy directly. His cell number is 917-275-3373.
Thank you.
Mayor John L. Madden
Arf! Dog Park Grand Opening Tuesday 11/29 at 4pm
Our new Dog Park at Mountain View Park will have its Grand Opening ribbon-cutting ceremony…
Join us on Tuesday, November 29 at 4pm! Our new Dog Park at Mountain View Park will have its Grand Opening ribbon-cutting ceremony. All are welcome. Solomon will be there, too!
Register Now for Free OEM Training “You Are the Help Until Help Arrives”
Choose either November 30 or December 7 for the FREE preparedness training, dedicated to empowering the public to take action and provide lifesaving care before professional 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, 2022Each 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)
Training by MedicZero
Cultural & Heritage Committee presents "Open Mic" event Nov. 17
Join us in the Middlesex Public Library Community Room on Thursday, November 17 at 6:30 pm. PERFORMERS should arrive a few minutes early…
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…
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 306District 5 & 6
Hazelwood School GymDistrict 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 4…
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 – registration is first-come, first-served…
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.
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
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…
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
Middlesex Borough will be hosting a free rabies clinic for dogs and cats.
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
UPDATE September 23, 2022 | The telephone company will be out today to work on the Borough's telephone system.
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
UPDATE: Our search for a logo has been narrowed down and continues to evolve. When a final decision has been made, it will be announced.
Our search for a logo has been narrowed down and continues to evolve.
When a final decision has been made, it will be announced.
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.
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.
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.
It's the Great Pumpkin, Middlesex!
@ the Library Community Room
Activities • Games • Movie • Treats
ALL ages!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
Saturday, October 8, 2022: Join the fun! You’ll enjoy a wide range of dining options, beverages, activities, and MORE – including new twists on old favorites and a range of ethnic cuisines.
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.
* 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
NOTE: Due to the inclement weather on Sunday evening, this event will be held Monday 9/12 at 7 pm in Victor Crowell Park at the Memorial. The public is invited to attend…
Due to the inclement weather on Sunday evening, this event will be held Monday 9/12 at 7pm.
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).