November 9, 2023
Weekend Update –Veterans Day Edition
Dear Resident,
November 11 is Veterans Day and I hope you will attend the Veterans Day ceremony Saturday at 11am at our Memorial in front of Town Hall. This ceremony is hosted by our Veterans and Volunteers committee chaired by Judy Kushner and Paul Lorenz. Marlboro High School musicians will provide music and light refreshments will follow. The ceremony is appropriate for all ages and I hope you will attend to honor those who has served our country in war and peace, living or not.
Veterans Day Schedule – Please note the following schedule in Observance of Veterans Day:
- Friday, November 10 – Municipal Offices closed
- Zone 4 recycling is Friday as scheduled
- Saturday, November 11 - Recycling Center is closed
Today I, along with Chief Pezzullo, announced an expansion to our auto-theft prevention initiatives. In addition to The Pledge to take basic steps to keep our vehicles and homes safe, we are now introducing ‘Join the Club’. This is a partnership with the NJ Auto Theft Task Force and a direct result of the long term assignment from the Marlboro Police to the State task force. We are pleased to make The Club steering wheel lock available at no charge (max 2 per address). If you do not yet have an ‘I Took the Pledge’ lawn sign one will be delivered to your home by a Marlboro Police Officer along with The Club. Please see below for more and how to register on line.
PUBLIC NOTICES
Please note that, due to the holiday, property taxes must be received is Monday, November 13 to avoid interest charges. The drop box in the Town Hall vestibule is available 24/7. Please see the message form the Tax Collector:
Message from Tax Collector – Fourth quarter property taxes must be received by Monday, November 13th to avoid interest. Note that interest charges on payments made after the grace period are calculated back to the November 1st due date. The Tax Collector’s office will have extended hours on Monday, November 13th from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm. A drop box is located in the vestibule of Town Hall and is available 24/7. All payments left in the drop box by 6:00 pm on November 13th will be credited that day and will not be subject to interest. Read the Tax Collector’s letter HERE.
Property tax information can be found on our website HERE or by using the following direct link: HERE.
Curbside Leaf Collection – The schedule for curbside and piled leaf collection has been announced via email and posted on the Township website HERE. To avoid flooding, water contamination and to protect public safety, please follow the timeline and regulations as outlined in the regulations.
Road Construction Update – The road construction was sent earlier this week. Lloyd road will be paved Friday to allow for a smooth driving service until Monmouth County performs a full width road reconstruction in spring/summer 2024. MORE…
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Veterans Day Ceremony – Our annual ceremony hosted by the Marlboro Veterans and Volunteers committee, will be held on Saturday, November 11 at 11am at our Veterans Memorial in front of Town Hall. Please join us as we honor the veterans of the armed forces and those that made the ultimate sacrifice. All are welcome.
Marlboro Farmers Market Holiday Market – Save the date for Sunday, November 19 from 9am to 1pm for our special holiday market. Nearly 50 vendors including artisans, crafters, gifts food and dessert for your holiday table and more. Please visit us on social media for details and event updates.
Recreation Fall Programs – Programs, classes and even for all ages are available through our rec center.
Classes and programs for Ages 60+ - The November calendar is packed with events for all interests. HERE.
View the full Recreation Guide/Registration Community Pass Registration
PUBLIC SAFETY – UPDATE
Join the Club – Visit the Town website at www.marlboro-nj.gov and, under ‘Quick Links and Actions’ click Join the Club/Pledge Portal or CLICK HERE. The ‘Join the Club’ initiative is a partnership with the NJ Auto Theft Task Force and a direct result of the long term assignment from the Marlboro Police to the State task force. The Club Steering Wheel Lock was purchased using forfeiture funds and are provided at no cost to the taxpayers. The Club is available at no charge (max 2 per household). After you register on line, an Officer will deliver the Club, steering wheel lock to your home along with an ‘I took the Pledge’ lawn sign. While supplies last.
Deer Rutting Season – Late October through mid-November especially between the hours of from 5 - 8 a.m. and 5-8 p.m. deer become more active and more likely to run into the road. Combined with earlier dusk, this leads to more collisions. Keep an eye out for movement on the sides of the road and look for eye reflection. Deer tend to travel in packs so if you see one, more are likely to follow. If you do hit a deer or see one on the side of the road, report to Police at 732-536-0100. More about animal control, both domestic and wild, in Marlboro HERE.
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
Hometown Heroes Banner – Marlboro Veterans and Volunteers Committee announces Honor Hometown Hero banners. Heroes can include past and resent Armed Forces personnel and First Responders. FLYER
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.
Wishing everyone a meaningful Veterans Day weekend.
Yours in Community,
Mayor Jon Hornik