February 17, 2023
Weekend Update – Happy 175 Anniversary
Dear Resident,
Today, February 17, is Marlboro Township’s 175th anniversary. At the Council meeting held last week, I read a Mayoral Proclamation celebrating and commemorating our anniversary that also detailed our history. I want to thank Doug Tilton and the Historic Commission for sharing their wealth of knowledge. The Proclamation is posted on line and can be read HERE.
Presidents Day - Town Hall and the Recycling Center are closed on Monday, February 20 in observance. The Police are open 24/7 and can be reached at 732-536-0100. Emergencies dial 911.
This week, I was honored to swear in three Marlboro Officers at a ceremony with Chief Pezzullo in a room filled with family, friends and fellow officers. Please join me in congratulating Lt. Andrew Goldberg, Lt. Javier Garguillo and Sgt. Donna Gonzalez. Marlboro Officers are second to none and we wish them all the best. Stay safe.
Please see below for programs and notices.
NOTICES
NJ Property Tax Reimbursement (PTR or Senior Freeze) – Applications have begun to mailed out from the State. Please see the letter HERE for additional information including a link to the state website.
Brush Collection – Brush collection continues by zone. To ensure the safety of our streets and to prevent flooding, please review the regulations on page 10 of the Recycling Calendar or in the email HERE.
Inclement Weather Notice - We remind residents that the winter months bring a greater chance of inclement weather, all curbside collections are weather permitting and are subject to cancellations or rescheduling by the Marlboro Office of Emergency Management. Notice will be made via email and social media. For that reason, items may not be placed curbside more than once week prior to your scheduled pickup week. We thank you for your cooperation.
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Summer Rec Camp Registration is OPEN. Review the brochure HERE for more.
Paper Shredding – Monmouth County has announced their 2023 paper shredding dates. Note that any county resident can utilize any county shredding location. The county date in Marlboro is May 6. See FLYER for more. Look for a Marlboro Township resident only shredding date in late summer/early fall.
Recreation:
- Recreation Guide/Registration Here
- NEW! Parent and Me programs for newborn to age 4 classes begins February 23. Space is limited. FLYER
- NEW! Are you age 60+ and new to town, just ‘coming of age’ or new to the rec senior programs? Are you looking to find out more? Meet other newcomers? Register now for a fun afternoon just for NEWCOMERS. Don't be shy! Don't worry about who you will sit with - we have that covered! Lunch will be served. Free, but registration is required.
- Programs for all ages. Check out the Recreation Guide linked below.
- Swim Club registration opens Monday, February 28th at 9am. More to follow.
- Adult Programs for Residents Age 60+ - Speed Friending, Hats off to Spring, trip to the Brownstone and more.
View registration information in the link to the ‘Recreation Guide’ above.
JOB/ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Monmouth County Health Department Job Fair – Friday, February 24. FLYER
Dispatch Job Openings – Want to be a part of the Public Safety team? Marlboro Division of Police accepting applications for part-time and full-time Public Safety Communications Operators. See FLYER for details.
Economic Development Committee (EDC) – Are you creative with a background in marketing, website or business development? This is your opportunity to be part of something that benefits our town, its merchants and residents. The committee meets once a month at town hall and virtually as needed. To be considered, please complete this form https://cities.formstack.com/forms/marlboro_volunteer_form For questions or more information send an email to
Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) – The Marlboro Township Police Department is currently seeking volunteers to serve on the DVRT. In affiliation with 180 Turning Lives Around (180), and with the assistance of the response team volunteers, the Marlboro Police Department continues to make this free, 24/7 confidential service available to victims of domestic violence in the aftermath of a highly emotional and traumatic experience. Mandatory, free training is provided. FLYER
First Aid Squads Need You! Give back to your community and learn invaluable life skills. Marlboro and Morganville First Aid Squads offer free EMT certification and driver training to recruits, and active membership also qualifies volunteers for discounts on various Township fees and memberships and an annual contribution towards an individual retirement-type program. Want to learn more? Check out the FLYER HERE.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Safety Update – Please remember to lock your car doors, take the key fobs inside, remove garage door openers, lock your doors and set alarms. If you have not yet done so request an ‘I Took the Pledge’ lawn sign and download the ‘Neighbors’ app. Most importantly, if you see anything out of place or suspicious call the police at 732-536-0100. For crimes in progress dial 911. To read more about how we, as a community, are working together to keep our homes and families safe, click HERE.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Marlboro Home Improvement Program – If you live in Marlboro, own your home and your total gross household income is within limits (you are not required to live in affordable housing) you may be eligible for up to $20,000 in repairs for items such as heating/electrical, roofs, plumbing, weatherization and more. For income limits and contact information click HERE.
Pet License open for 2023 - The forms for mail in registration are available HERE and to complete the forms online, please click HERE.
Alarm Registration open for 2023 - The form for alarm registration can be found HERE.
Commuter Parking Renewal – Parking spot renewal has begun and an email with renewal instructions has been sent to those with current parking spaces and is linked HERE. Renewals must be completed by March 31, 2023.
ANCHOR Program (February 28 deadline) – This replaces the Homestead Benefits program and provides property tax relief to NJ residents who owned or rented their principal residence and meet the income requirements. For more, visit the state website HERE.
COVID-19 Ratepayer Relief Measures – Measures are in place to provide relief to ratepayers experiencing economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. The NJ Department of Community Affairs has developed a low income household water assistance program. Please review the letter from the Marlboro Water Utility HERE.
Congratulations, Marlboro, on 175 years! As we celebrate Presidents Day, we remember Garret Hobart, a Marlboro resident and the 24th Vice President of the United States. Have a safe and enjoyable Presidents Day weekend.
Mayor Jon Hornik