October 6, 2023
Weekend Update – Columbus Day Edition
Dear Resident,
Monday, October 9 Town Hall Municipal Offices and the Recycling Center are closed in observance of Columbus Day. The Town Hall vestibule drop box is accessible at any time to deliver documents and tax/water bills securely to any department. Many Town services are available on line and can be done from the comfort of your home at a time that works for your schedule. (Forms, Permits, Licenses). Marlboro Division of Police is open 24/7 and can be reached at 732-536-0100. Emergencies dial, 911.
This Sunday, the Marlboro Farmers Market (open from 9am to 1pm) is pleased to host Coffee with a Cop from 9:30 to 11:30. Coffee with a Cop is a national program with the mission of bringing police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Meet with Marlboro’s finest and enjoy a cup of coffee while you shop the market vendors stocking up on produce in season, bread, cheese, gelato, guacamole, pickles and much more. Check out this week’s scheduled vendors HERE. Look for market updates on Facebook and Instagram.
Please read on for upcoming events and programs.
ELECTION INFORMATION FROM THE MUNCIPAL CLERK
The deadline to register for November election is October 17. Check your Registration Status HERE.
Vote by Mail (VBM) – Vacation (it is teacher convention week), child at college, unpredictable schedule or for any reason at all anyone can register to VBM. Complete and mail the form HERE to request a VBM ballot.
If you are registered to VBM, you should have received your ballot. If you have already returned it, you can check that it has been received HERE.
You still have time to submit a VBM application. It must be received by the Clerk of Elections by 3pm Tuesday, October 31. OR you may apply for a mail-in ballot and vote at the Monmouth County Clerk's Election Office at 300 Halls Mills Road, Freehold, New Jersey by 3 p.m. on Monday, November 6 - day before Election Day.
Poll Workers Wanted – Monmouth County Board of Elections is seeking poll workers. FLYER and APPLICATION.
There are three ways to case your ballot in the upcoming November 7 General Election: Vote by Mail (VBM), Early Voting and on Election Day. HERE for more.
PUBLIC WORKS NOTICES
Brush Collection Underway by Zone – Please follow the schedule and regulations to ensure that the streets and storm drains remain clear to allow rain water to drain. Brush should be placed at your curb and not in the street or near storm drains to allow water to run freely. Read more HERE.
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Marlboro Day Fall Festival! Sunday, October 22 from noon to 5. Save the date! FLYER
Halloween Treat Event – Cupcake decorating, DJ, and Halloween fun! Costumes welcome. Tuesday, October 24 from 5-7pm (inside the recreation center). Event is free but registration required. FLYER
Marlboro Paper Shredding – Saturday, October 28 from 9am to 1pm or until truck reaches capacity. FLYER
Recreation Fall Programs – Programs, classes and even for all ages are available through our rec center. Fall Rec basketball registration closes October 13. Registration for Jr. Wrestling open now. Art, karate, chess and more. HERE
Classes and programs for Ages 60+ - Fall classes began September 5 and registration is ongoing. HERE.
View the full Recreation Guide/Registration Community Pass Registration
PUBLIC SAFETY – UPDATE
Fire Prevention Week Open House - In celebration, on October 14, both Robertsville (10-2) and Marlboro (noon-4) Fire Houses will host open houses. A great family event. Robertsville FLYER. Marlboro FLYER.
Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) – Work with police and become a trained, confidential advocate. Classes begin in January via zoom. MORE…
Neighborhood Vehicle Thefts and Safety Update – I want to thank the Marlboro Township Police Department led by Chief Pezzullo and the residents for doing their part to fight vehicle theft in Marlboro, down 32% over the same period in 2022. Read my letter in full HERE. A chart detailing all our safety initiatives to date is linked HERE. More to be announced soon.
Public Safety Reminder - By working together, we are making a difference and reducing successful vehicle thefts. Please remember to lock your car doors, take the key fobs inside, remove garage door openers, lock your house doors/windows and set alarms. Do not leave your keys easily visible/accessible. If you see anything out of place or suspicious call the police at 732-536-0100. For crimes in progress dial 911. To read more about how we, as a community, are working together to keep our homes and families safe: https://www.marlboro-nj.gov/citizen-reporting-initiative
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COVID-19 Rapid Tests – Every home can order four free tests from the US Government. Visit https://www.covid.gov/tests for more.
COVID-19 Ratepayer Measures 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.
Have a great Columbus Day weekend and I hope to see you Sunday as we celebrate Coffee with a Cop at the Farmers Market.
Mayor Jon Hornik