The Biggest
Small Town
in New
Jersey MIDDLETOWN
M AT T E R S
Synthetic Turf Fields Planned
The township plans to install two artificial turf athletic fields use these new fields as they allow for increased usage.”
in 2010 for football, soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey games at The project is the first major recreational improvement
Winter 2009 Croydon Hall and West Front Street Park. project to come after the township’s Recreation Master Plan
One artificial turf field would replace an existing football field was completed in 2008. The plan provided an analysis of the
at Croydon Hall, Leonardville Rd. The other would replace township’s long-term recreation needs and suggested projects
INSIDE existing practice soccer fields at West Front Street Park located
on corner of West Front St. and Crawford’s Corner Rd. The
that could meet those needs. Among the needs identified was
greater availability of athletic fields, Brightbill said.
THIS EDITION West Front Street location would be provided with comparable Synthetic turf is a cost-effective material for athletic fields.
amenities to those currently available at Croydon Hall including, Grass doesn’t need to be cut or reseeded. The fields can
SNOW PLOWING fencing, bleachers, and other ancillary features. withstand heavier usage than traditional fields. They also do
PAGE 2 “Local sports events are so important to our community,” said not require as much recovery time as traditional fields after
I Mayor Pamela M. Brightbill. “These fields will go a long way in inclement weather because of underground drainage,
MAYOR’S MESSAGE the effort to meet Middletown’s growing recreational needs for according to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director
years to come. I look forward to watching many different teams Gregg A. Silva.
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DOCK & ROLL Photo Contest Winners
PAGE 8 Nearly 100 photos were entered in the 2009
My Middletown Photo Contest. Winners are
featured on the homepage of the township
website. A gallery of all eligible photographs is also
Buy Middletown Business Directory located on the website. Winners received gift
certificates donated by the Middletown Arts
Center. Congratulations to all the winners!
FIRST PLACE – Susan Boston
Historic Murray Farm
SECOND PLACE – Cindy Jones
Falls at Shadow Lake Falls
www.middletownnj.org/buy THIRD PLACE – Lois Wilkes
Belford Dock
HONORABLE MENTION – Fred Saunders
Middletown NJ 07748
1 Kings Highway
Middletown Town Hall
Family Fishing Fun
HONORABLE MENTION – Noelle Livolsi
Pond at Deep Cut Gardens Susan Boston won 1st place for this photo taken at the Murray Farmhouse.
GREEN TEAM CREATED Port Monmouth Drainage Improvements
A Green Team has been created to enhance
township efforts to save tax dollars, conserve Drainage improvements aimed at relieving flooding in Port Monmouth
POSTAL CUSTOMER
energy and lessen the environmental impact of are making their way to the drawing board. The Township Committee
municipal operations. The Green Team unanimously agreed in November to redirect $200,000 to the project from
completed road improvement projects where construction costs were
Advisory Committee will review and lower than anticipated.
recommend eco-friendly, cost-efficient
The project is aimed at sections of Port Monmouth where periodic
projects. The team includes citizens, township
flooding occurs most often including Renfrew Place and Monmouth,
officials and staff. Creation of the team takes Brainard and Wilson Avenues. The drainage project is designed to
Middletown one step closer to certification in eliminate periodic flooding that largely occurs as a result of the fluctuating
Sustainable New Jersey, an incentive program tide. The first phase includes final design, environmental permit
for municipalities that want to go green, save acquisition, refurbishing drainage pipes, installing a tide-activated slide
money, and sustain their quality of life over the gate and a low berm along the north side of Wilson Avenue. The project
long term. Certified towns are competitively will create a closed system that will allow water out into Pew’s Creek at
positioned to seek resources for many green low tides, but will not let water in from the creek at high tides, said
U..S Postage Paid
Permit No. 652
Township Engineer Ted Maloney.
Red bank, NJ
initiatives, said Mayor Pamela M. Brightbill.
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Police, Fire & Rescue
Snow
Emergencies Dial 9-1-1
Plowing 101
With the community’s cooperation, Middletown
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Police Department Public Works can handle snow storms faster, safer
Non-Emergency 615-2100 and with less expense. When we work together we
all win.
Municipal Offices
(All numbers have a 732 area code)
How Township Snow Plowing
Works
Main Number 615-2000 * Public Works begins to plow after three inches
Animal Control 615-2094 of snow has accumulated on main roads.
(Monday - Friday, 8am- 5pm) * While it’s snowing, main roads are plowed on
a continuous cycle to provide emergency vehicle
Animal Control 615-2100 Cindy Jones placed second in the My Middletown Photo contest with this
access. The cycle includes township plows making
(holidays, nights & weekends) photo of the falls at Shadow Lake.
one pass in and out of connecting roads, some secondary roads
Building & Inspections 615-2106 and in some cases, neighborhood streets. This allows for faster
cleanup once the snow stops.
Community Development 615-2280
* While it’s snowing, the Police Department is in continuous SCHOOL DISTRICT MESSAGE
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Court Administrator 615-2036 contact with Public Works, providing addresses of any fires and
Code Enforcement 615-2286 medical emergencies so the plows closest to the scene can clear HIGH ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
those roads ASAP.
Crossroads 615-2269 * The township is so large (42 square miles) that six contractors
We celebrate and congratulate our National Merit
(substance abuse services)
are required to supplement in-house plowing efforts. Each
Semi-finalists and Commended Scholars. The National
contractor has his own designated area and may begin plowing
Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition
Emergency Management 615-2111 for recognition and scholarship founded in 1955. Bryan
before the snow stops. Roads that have been plowed early and
EMS (First Aid) 615-2252 become snow covered will get plowed again.
Pinamonti and Stephen Rowe achieved semi-finalist
status; Cameron Allen, Jake Brodsky, Christian Ciampi,
Fire Prevention
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Mayor’s Office
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* Once the snow stops it generally takes 10-12 hours to clear
all township roads.
What can you do to help?
John Devine, David Fegley, Sarah Grand, Margaret
Gibbon, Kelley Kling, Taylor McCabe, Kyle McKnight
and Mariah Stewart are Commended Scholars. Semi-
finalists scored within the top 1% of the 1.5 million
Parks & Recreation 615-2260 * Do not drive in a snowstorm if you can avoid it. high school students who took the PSAT in 2008.
Plowing operations move faster and smoother when there are as Commended Scholars scored within the top 2.5% of
Planning & Zoning 615-2098
few vehicles on the road as possible. the students that took the PSAT.
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* Park in your driveway if you have one. Park vehicles bumper
Public Information 615-2287 to bumper starting 2-3 feet in from the curb. After the snow stops show district-wide academic excellence and
and the plows have cleared the street curb to curb, you’ll only have improvement. Students are tested by the state in
Recycling 615-2008 grades 3-8 and the 11th grade. Middletown students
to shovel a path to your vehicles and a few feet to the curb. Clean
Senior Center 615-2265 off your cars in the driveway. continually scored above the state average, and well
* Wait until the snow stops and your street is completely plowed above in many instances. Compared to school districts
Tax Assessor 615-2089 with similar social-economic backgrounds,
before clearing driveways and sidewalks. Facing the street, shovel
Tax Collector 615-2086 snow from left to right since the plows will also pass from left to Middletown scored higher in grades 3-8 and 11th
right. Any accumulation that protrudes into the road can be grade in Language Arts, and in grades 3 and 5 in
Township Administrator 615-2013 Math. We also had a significant increase in the
plowed back to the curb without pushing it back into your
Township Engineer 615-2259 driveway. number of elementary students who scored at the
Advanced Proficient level in Language Arts. While
Township Clerk 615-2014 * Township ordinances prohibit shoveling or blowing snow into Science is only tested in the 4th and 8th grades,
(parking permits, voter registrations, the street. The snow will only be pushed back into your driveway Middletown scored above the state average in both
elections, Committee agenda) and onto sidewalks when the plows return. Ordinances also grades and above districts with similar social-economic
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require that sidewalks be cleared 24 hours after the snow has
stopped so school children and other pedestrians can walk safely.
Violators can be fined.
backgrounds in 4th grade.
Board of Education
Library
671-3850
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COAH Certifies Affordable Housing Plan
Sewerage Authority 495-1010
Middletown has received substantive certification of its “There are many issues regarding state affordable housing
Website
affordable housing plan from the state Council on Affordable regulations about which we don’t see eye to eye with COAH.
Housing (COAH) after 15 years of patience, perseverance and However, this certification demonstrates that the township has
www.middletownnj.org paperwork. Substantive certification provides protection from never shied away from its legal obligation to provide for
land developer lawsuits for 10 years. For Middletown, affordable housing,” said Township Administrator Anthony
Middletown Municipal Television
certification means protection until at least 2018. Mercantante. “It has always been our position that Middletown’s
Comcast Cable Channel 20
Middletown is one of less than 50 municipalities to receive the diverse housing stock and socio-economic characteristics make it
Verizon FIOS channel 26 a quintessentially inclusionary community already. However, not
certification. The township last received certification in 1994. Since
that time COAH’s rules have been through a series of amendments having a certified plan would have had far too many negative
Middletown Emergency Radio consequences for township residents and taxpayers.”
and legal challenges. Middletown is one of more than 200
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municipalities taking legal action over COAH’s round three rules.
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M e s s a g e f r o m t h e M a y o r
2009
TOWNSHIP
COMMITTEE
PAMELA M. BRIGHTBILL
MAYOR
2009 Year End Review
732-615-2024 been a part of this year are: BUY
It is hard to believe 2009 has come to an end. I have MIDDLETOWN, the Green
thoroughly enjoyed my year as Mayor and am proud of what we Initiative, Hometown Heroes and the
GERARD P. SCHARFENBERGER, PH.D. have accomplished in these difficult economic times. I have said
DEPUTY MAYOR Port of Belford Plan. The BUY MIDDLETOWN campaign,
many times that there is nothing more special about Middletown which began as an idea in January, continues to grow in size and
732-706-4151 than the people who live and work here. We have worked hard this popularity. Our on-line business directory includes more than 100
year; have great things to look back on and much to look forward Middletown businesses. Middletown’s second annual Business to
SEAN F. BYRNES, ESQ.
to in 2010. Business Night was a huge success. Supporting Middletown
COMMITTEEMAN
732-706-4152 Township resolutions and ordinances are now posted online businesses and encouraging residents to shop local will continue to
before public meetings and we continue to be committed to be a priority. I look forward to seeing the campaign reach its full
ANTHONY P. FIORE making information easily available to all our residents. I have potential.
COMMITTEEMAN really enjoyed my monthly office hours. While so much business is The Green Initiative was furthered this year with the creation
732-706-4153 conducted over the phone and through e-mails these days, there is of the Green Team. This group will work towards getting our
nothing like a personal meeting. We were able to take care of Sustainable New Jersey Certification. With this certification,
PATRICK SHORT many issues. I especially want to thank the residents who came in Middletown will be eligible for grants and new funding sources for
COMMITTEEMAN just to say hello.
732-706-4154 environmentally-friendly projects. Meanwhile, the Township
The Township Committee adopted the developers’ disclosure Energy Audit is about to begin. We look forward to creating a
ANTHONY MERCANTANTE, P.P, AICP ordinance I spoke of in January. All developers with applications viable plan that reduces the environmental impact of municipal
TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR before our Planning or Zoning Board are now required to disclose buildings.
political contributions. Currently there are more than 30 Middletown Hometown
HEIDI R. BRUNT Middletown’s Aa bond rating from Moody’s Investor Services Heroes honored on our tribute wall. We continue to seek more
TOWNSHIP CLERK was affirmed again this year, a confirmation of our sound residents to honor. I encourage everyone to visit the wall at Town
financial practices. This allows the township to execute projects Hall to learn about our amazing neighbors who serve in the
SEND COMMENTS & SUGGESTIONS TO: such as park improvements and road projects at a much lower armed forces.
PUBLICINFO@MIDDLETOWNNJ.ORG interest rate. This year we received about $1 million in grants for The Port of Belford Plan was completed and was recognized
OR MIDDLETOWN MATTERS, programs and projects. We will continue to seek more grant by the Monmouth County Planning Board and State Planning
TOWN HALL opportunities. Officials this year. We are committed to seeing this plan become
1 KINGS HIGHWAY, Our phenomenal volunteer Fire Department and First Aid a reality as it has the potential to ensure preservation of an area
MIDDLETOWN, NJ 07748 Squads continue to come to our rescue at a moment’s notice. We important to the history of Middletown.
are forever grateful to them all. The dozens of residents who sit on In closing, I’d like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and
CINDY A. HERRSCHAFT our volunteer boards and commissions also provide their time
EDITOR thank each of you for all your support this year. We are a town
and expertise in a way for which we could never account. filled with amazing pride and community spirit. I am proud to
COURIER PRINTING Some of the programs and projects I am most proud to have have the opportunity to serve as a Middletown elected official.
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Middletown H1N1 Clinic Did you know?
The Middletown Health Department held a
H1N1 Vaccination Clinic on November 12th
at Middletown High School South. The clinic
Middletown Emergency Medical Services Staffed By Volunteers
provided vaccine for priority groups The Township of Middletown Emergency Medical Services Department (EMS) consists of five individual all-volunteer first
designated by the federal Centers for Disease aid squads – Middletown First Aid & Rescue Squad, Fairview First Aid & Rescue Squad, Port Monmouth First Aid Squad,
Control. Nearly 1,400 people were Leonardo First Aid & Rescue Squad and Lincroft First Aid & Rescue Squad.
vaccinated. You can check on the status of The members respond to calls 24/7 based on individual availability, however each squad is responsible for having a
future clinics held in Middletown by visiting designated crew available to respond to calls in their area between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. This ensures a quick response
www.middletownnj.org and clicking the time and eliminates overstaffing. Throughout the remaining hours, members work together to staff the ambulances. A crew
H1N1 link. You can also click on the web link responding to your home may consist of volunteers from multiple squads since they participate as their schedules permit.
titled Find a Flu Shot to search for clinics
EMS is staffed by volunteer certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), driver/assistants and administrative members.
being held throughout the state. Unless
Initial EMT training includes approximately 130 hours of classes, practical skills development and an internship at a local
specifically noted, all clinics are open to
medical center. Continuing education classes are required to retain certification.
residents of New Jersey. Please be sure to
read the clinic descriptions for the priority Driver/assistants perform many functions to free up EMTs for patient care. This includes shuttling equipment, providing
groups being served. radio communications and assisting with carrying. Driver/assistants are required to hold a current CPR card and emergency
vehicle operation certification. Administrative members do not respond to calls, but tend to the day-to-day duties associated
Please remember that good hand hygiene
with running a non-profit organization including managing the facility, and coordinating fund raising.
is a great defense against limiting the spread
of H1N1 and Seasonal Influenza. Do not send EMS also sponsors a cadet program for youths aged 14-18. The program focuses on first aid skills and community service.
anyone to work or school if they are sick. Cadets can participate in the ride-along program once they are 16 years old and have completed specific training
Wait until they are fever free for 24 hours requirements. Many cadets continue on to become full active squad members when they become 18 years old. Visit
without the use of fever reducing medicine. www.middletownems.org to learn more and obtain an application for service.
By Michael G. Daneman, EMS Director
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Adult Instructional and Activity Programs
PARKS, RECREATION
BEGINNERS COMPUTERS health function of the body and mind. personal training programs are held at the Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Learn basic computer skills from turning on the Mondays 10:00–11:00 a.m. (12 weeks) Croydon Hall gym. First class starts February 16, 2010
computer to running programs including First class starts January 4, 2010 Mondays 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Code # 421220-19 Cost $95.00
Microsoft Word and Excel. Create simple letters, Code # 421222-01 Cost $35.00 Fridays 10:00–11:00 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30–6:30 p.m.
spreadsheets and more. Saturdays 8:15–9:15 a.m. (12 weeks) First class starts January 4, 2010 First class starts February 16, 2010
Wednesdays 7:00–9:00 p.m. (5 weeks) First class starts January 9, 2010 Code # 421220-01 Cost $95.00 Code # 421220-20 Cost $95.00
First class starts January 6, 2010 Code # 421222-02 Cost $35.00 Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Code # 421112-01 Cost $60.00 First class starts January 4, 2010 Fridays 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Thorne Middle School Computer Lab KICK BOXING Code # 421220-02 Cost $95.00 First class starts February 17, 2010
The program is designed to help better condition,
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:15–7:15 p.m. Code # 421220-21 Cost $95.00
INTERMEDIATE COMPUTERS improve muscle tone and cardiac output. This is
First class starts January 4, 2010
This course is designed for the person who already a moderate to high energy cardiovascular workout Fridays 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Code # 421220-03 Cost $95.00 Once per week for 6 weeks
has knowledge of computers and wants to improve program that combines kick boxing techniques to
their skills. Learn some advance techniques in work the upper body, lower body and abdominals. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00–11:00 a.m. First class starts February 19, 2010
Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point and Mondays 6:30–7:30 p.m. (12 weeks) First class starts January 5, 2010 Code # 421220-22 Cost $50.00
Publisher. Create letters, spreadsheets, First class starts January 4, 2010 Code # 421220-04 Cost $95.00 Saturdays 9:30–10:30 a.m.
presentations and more. Code # 421114-01 Cost $35.00 Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to Once per week for 6 weeks
Wednesdays 7:00–9:00 p.m. (5 weeks) 12:00 p.m. First class starts February 20, 2010
First class starts February 17, 2010 PILATES BODY SCULPTURE First class starts January 5, 2010 Code # 421220-23 Cost $50.00
Code # 421112-02 Cost $60.00 Pilates will strengthen and lengthen muscles, Code # 421220-05 Cost $95.00
Thorne Middle School Computer Lab improve posture and flexibility and build core WOMEN’S CENTREX
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30–5:30 p.m.
strength. These workouts will help to sculpture TRAINING
First class starts January 5, 2010
BEGINNERS CERAMICS your body in ways that normal exercise does not
Code # 421220-06 Cost $95.00 This program is designed as a come-when-you-
Adults can learn to decorate various figures from accomplish. want program. You can go any day of the week.
pre-cast molds. Instruction by certified teacher. Mondays 7:30–8:30 p.m. (12 weeks) Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30–6:30 p.m. NEW STUDENTS ONLY. One Month Use
Includes all supplies. First class starts January 4, 2010 First class starts January 5, 2010 Sunday–Saturday 5:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Thursdays 5:45–7:15 p.m. (6 weeks) Code # 421118-01 Cost $35.00 Code # 421220-07 Cost $95.00 New session starts every day
First class starts January 7, 2010 Tuesdays 9:00–10:00 a.m. (12 weeks) Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Code # 421230-01 Cost $35.00
Code # 421030-01 Cost $55.00 First class starts January 5, 2010 Fridays 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Centrex, Union Square, 500 Hwy 35
Croydon Hall Activity Center Code # 421118-02 Cost $35.00 First class starts January 6, 2010
Code # 421220-08 Cost $95.00 ADULT KARATE/
FITNESS PROGRAMS CORE CARDIO FITNESS Fridays 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. KICKBOXING
All fitness programs are held at the A mild core exercise, designed to improve your Learn basic karate and kick boxing moves and
Once per week for 6 weeks
Croydon Hall Gym. flexibility and fluidity while having fun. discipline for fitness and health. Instruction by
First Class January 8, 2010
Bring a scarf to wrap around your hips. Code # 421220-10 Cost $50.00 Black Belt. Uniform required, may be purchased
BALANCE & STRETCH Wednesdays 6:30–7:15 p.m. (12 weeks) at 1st session
A fitness program designed and focused on First Class starts January 6, 2010 Saturdays 9:15–10:15 a.m. Mondays 7:00–8:00 p.m. (5 weeks)
strengthening muscles needed for balance, Code # 421240-01 Cost $35.00 Once per week for 6 weeks & Wednesdays, 8:15–9:15 p.m. (5 weeks)
flexibility, mobility and stability. Learn to exercise First class starts January 9, 2010 First session January 4, 2010
to increase these areas and increase body motion. LOW IMPACT CARDIO Code # 421220-11 Cost $50.00 Code # 421211-01 Cost $45.00
Tuesdays 8:15–9:00 a.m. (12 weeks) Thursdays, 9:00–10:00 a.m. (12 weeks) Amato’s Karate, 509 Palmer Ave
First class starts January 5, 2010 First class starts January 7, 2010 SECOND SESSIONS
Code # 421223-01 Cost $35.00 Code # 421116-01 Cost $35.00 Mondays 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. YOGA FOR RELAXATION
Fridays 10:00–11:00 a.m. Meditation, posture, breathing and relaxation
BODY TONING FITNESS PROGRAMS SPECIAL OFFER: First class starts February 15, 2010 improve the health function of both body and
The program is designed to help better condition Register for any two (2) programs Code # 421220-14 Cost $95.00 mind. Yoga allows you to enhance creativity, create
and improve muscle tone, shape and to improve at the same time. Monday & Wednesdays 5:30–6:30 p.m. energy and reduce stress.
cardiac output with the use of free weights and Code # 421119-01 Cost $60.00 First class starts February 15, 2010
exercise. Code # 421220-15 Cost $95.00 BEGINNERS
Register for any three (3) programs
Mondays 9:00–10:00 a.m. (12 weeks) Tuesdays 7:00–8:30 p.m. (10 weeks)
at the same time Monday & Wednesdays 6:15–7:15 p.m.
First class starts January 4, 2010 First session January 5, 2010
Code # 421115-01 Cost $90.00 First class starts February 15, 2010
Code # 421221-01 Cost $35.00 Code # 421210-02 Cost $60.00
Code # 421220-16 Cost $95.00 Croydon Hall Senior Center East Wing
Wednesdays 7:15–8:00 p.m. (12 weeks) PERSONAL TRAINING - Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00–11:00 a.m.
First class January 6, 2010 GROUP First class starts February 16, 2010 INTERMEDIATE
Code # 421221-02 Cost $35.00 This program is designed with the personal touch Code # 421220-17 Cost $95.00 For those that have already completed the
in mind. Participants are evaluated for individual
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to beginners program.
BEGINNERS YOGA needs and abilities. Programs are developed based
Mondays 7:00–8:30 p.m. (10 weeks)
Yoga allows you to enhance creativity, create on evaluation and monitored during the six-week 12:00 p.m.
First class starts February 16, 2010 First session January 4, 2010
energy and reduce stress. Meditation, posture, period. Limited enrollment per session. Each
Code # 421220-18 Cost $95.00 Code # 421210-01 Cost $60.00
breathing and relaxation will help to improve session runs for 6 weeks twice per week. All
Croydon Hall Senior Center East Wing
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& CULTURAL AFFAIRS
Youth Instructional and Teen Activity
CO-ED VOLLEYBALL SCIENCE ENRICHMENT Instruction by certified teacher. Includes all can be used to enjoy soccer as a sport and
Enjoy this co-ed sport with teams picked on a weekly PROGRAMS supplies. recreational activity Activities include fun
basis. Great exercise and socialization. Learn about a new phase of science each week. Thursdays 4:00–5:30 p.m. (6 weeks) mini-games. Instruction provided by qualified
Tuesdays 8:00–10:00 p.m. Uncover the secrets of bugs, detective science, First session starts January 7, 2010 instructors/coaches from NJ Youth Soccer
First session January 5, 2010 kitchen chemistry, MAD science machines, Code # 411030-01 Cost $55.00 Organizations. Limited space available.
Code # 421117-01 Cost $35.00 minerals, movie effects, science of toys and the Croydon Hall Activity Center Boys and girls 5-6 years old
Croydon Hall Gym walloping weather. Classes held at the Croydon Wednesdays 4:00–5:00 p.m. (6 weeks)
Hall Activity Center. BASIC KARATE First Session starts January 6, 2010
ADULT OPEN BASKETBALL Grades K-2 BOYS AND GIRLS 4 YEARS OLD AND OLDER Code # 411091-01 Cost $35.00
Open basketball. Middletown residents only. New Tuesday 4:00–5:00 p.m. (8 weeks) Learn basic karate moves and discipline.
teams formed each week with participants present. First session starts February 16, 2010 Instruction by Black Belt. Uniform required PERSONAL TRAINING -
All participants must be 18 years of age or older. Code # 411400-01 Cost $99.00 and may be purchased at 1st session. Classes GROUP TEENS
Participants must register in person at the Parks, Grades 3-5 held at Amato’s Karate, 509 Palmer Ave. Youths 13 to 17 years old. This program is
Recreation and Cultural Affairs Office. The $10.00 Tuesdays 5:00–6:00 p.m. (8 weeks) Saturdays, 10:00–11:00 a.m. (10 weeks) designed with the personal touch in mind.
fee covers the 2009/2010 school year. ID Cards will First session starts February 16, 2010 First session starts January 30, 2010 Participants are evaluated for individual needs
be issued and must be presented at each session. No Code # 411400-02 Cost $99.00 Code #411093-01 Cost $35.00 and abilities. Programs are developed based on
session when school is closed. Saturdays, 10:00–11:00 a.m. (10 weeks) evaluation and monitored the during 6-week
Tuesdays 7:00–9:30 p.m. First session starts April 17, 2010 period. Limited enrollment per session. Six-
First Session January 5, 2010
COMPUTER EXPLORERS Code # 111093-01 Cost $35.00 week sessions. All personal training programs
Code # 321800-01 Cost $10.00 PROGRAMS are held at the Croydon Hall gym training
Thompson Middle School,
JR ENGINEERING YOUNG BOWLERS room.
Middletown/Lincroft Rd. Boys and girls 5-14 years old. The program is Saturdays 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Join us as we explore, investigate and solve for 12 weeks. The cost is $8.00 per participant
problems while we learn about the building First class starts January 9, 2010
per week for 2 games. Includes rental shoes, Code # 4121220-12 Cost $50.00
blocks of engineering-levers, wheels, gears and balls, trophies and tee shirts.
pulleys. Using Lego component parts the Saturdays 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Registration children will work in teams to build several
Programs held at the Brunswick Zone, Hazlet.
Wednesdays 4:00 p.m.
First class starts January 9, 2010
simple machines. We will also add a special Code # 4121220-13 Cost $50.00
Information motor to make our creations go.
Starting January 20, 2010
Code # 411085-01 SECOND SESSIONS
Grades 1-2 Registration Cost $ 10.00
NO telephone registrations accepted. Please Saturdays 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays 4:00–5:00 p.m. (8 weeks)
complete registration forms as completely as Saturdays 11:40 a.m. First class starts February 20, 2010
First sessions starts February 3, 2010
possible. All programs are for ten (10) weeks Starting January 23, 2010 Code # 4121220-24 Cost $50.00
Code # 411450-01 Cost $99.00
unless otherwise noted. Instructors reserve Code # 411085-02 Saturdays 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
the right to place participants in another Registration Cost $10.00 First class starts February 20, 2010
class section if abilities warrant a change. CLAYANIMATION Code # 4121220-25 Cost $50.00
Space is limited in all programs. Registration Working in teams, students will do it all from Adult &Youth Program
is on a first-come, first served basis. story creation to making their characters and Sundays 4:30 p.m.
Participants will only be called if class is sets. As students learn the production process, Starting February 7, 2010 QUICK START TENNIS
cancelled or postponed. Non-residents will they will animate, record, assemble, and edit Code # 431085-01 PROGRAMS
be placed on a waiting list and called if a their own movies. Registration Cost $10.00 New format to help kids learn to play the game.
class is not filled. Refunds will only be Grades 3-4 It makes it easier for them to have fun and
granted up to and before the second class of
Wednesdays 5:00–6:00 p.m. (8 weeks) GYMNASTICS enjoy tennis. Children can learn to play tennis
the program. Refund fee is $5.00. Instruction for beginners. Learn basic almost immediately - even if they have never
First sessions starts February 3, 2010
Code # 411450-02 Cost $99.00 gymnastic skills, including tumbling, jumps picked up a racquet.
SENIORS FREE PROGRAM and more. Instruction by accomplished gymnast LINCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
POLICY Classes are for first time students only. 6 Sessions starting January 12, 2010
Middletown Senior Citizens are permitted to attend a ELEMENTARY Dress in loose, comfortable sweats. Classes held Ages 5-6
limited number of classes held at Croydon Hall free ENGINEERING at Head Over Heels Gymnastics, Kanes Lane. Tuesdays 6:30–7:15 p.m.
of charge if space is available. Restrictions apply. Call This hand-on engineering class combines
732-615-2260 for complete policy. Boys and girls 4 and 5 years old Code # 411515-01 Cost $99.00
LEGO Education & Technic materials to Saturdays 12:45–1:45 p.m. (10 weeks) Ages 7-8
explore motorized simple machines by building First Session starts January 9, 2010 Tuesdays 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Ways to Register realistic models. Student teams creatively solve Code # 411010-01 Cost $35.00 Code # 411515-02 Cost $99.00
In person - Visit the Parks, Recreation and challenges by using concepts learned in class.
Cultural Affairs Office, 900 Leonardville Boys and girls 6-10 year olds BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grades 5-6 Saturdays 1:45–2:45 p.m. (10 weeks)
Road, Leonardo, NJ 07737
Tuesdays 5:00–6:00 p.m. (8 weeks) 6 Sessions starting January 14, 2010
Mail – Make checks payable to: Middletown First Session starts January 9, 2010 Ages 5-6
First sessions starts February 2, 2010 Code # 411010-02 Cost $35.00
Parks Recreation & Cultural Affairs. Mail to Code # 411450-03 Cost $130.00 Thursdays 6:15–7 p.m.
the above address with registration form. Code # 411515-03 Cost 99.00
Online – Visit www.middletownnj.org, Click INDOOR SOCCER Ages 7-8
on ‘Parks and Recreation’, then ‘Online BEGINNERS CERAMICS PROGRAM Thursdays 7:00–7:45 p.m.
Registration’. Boys and girls 7-14 years old can learn to This program is designed to assist young boys Code # 411515-04 Cost 99.00
decorate various figures from pre-cast molds. and girl in developing skills and techniques that
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Special Events and Trips
PARKS, RECREATION
Senior Center
2010 SEASONAL JOB EXPO Events
Spring Saturday, February 6, 2010
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10:00 a.m. to noon The Middletown Senior Center welcomes Middletown
Eggstravaganza
SATURDAY, MARCH 27
Middletown Senior Center
900 Leonardville Rd, Leonardo
residents 60 or older to become a member. Registration is free
and required to participate in Senior Center events. The center
is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Transportation provided to events for registered members with
(732) 615-2260 advance reservation. Events are held in the East Wing of the
This free event will be held at the Middletown Arts Center beginning AvailablePositions:Clerical,SummerRecreationCounselors/Leaders,Tennis Senior Center unless otherwise noted. All events begin at 1
at 10:00 a.m. The celebration includes pictures with the Easter p.m. unless noted otherwise. Seniors wishing to be transported
Instruction, Golf Attendants, Swim Instruction, Supervisory, Beach/ Pool
Bunny, craft activities, a magic show and more. Middletown residents to the Senior Center to register can call 732-615-2265.
aged 8 & under only. Parents must bring their own camera for photos. Lifeguards,CampCounselors,SportsCampInstructors,andParkMaintenance.
EmploymentfromMaythroughSeptember.Variesdependingonseason.Salary
No pre-registration required. JANUARY 7 – CARE FOR YOUR BACK
range $7.25 to $15.00 per hour depending on position and experience. Gallagher Chiropractic will provide information on how
ANNUAL GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT to care for your back and avoid problems.
SAT. APRIL 10, FRI. APRIL 16 & FRI. APRIL 23
Middletown Moms will have the opportunity to escort their
daughters (Grades K-5) to an evening of fun and dancing.
PORICY PARK SUMMER JANUARY 8 – JERSEY SHORE LEGENDS
Back by popular demand for the fourth consecutive year,
Middletown residents only. This event will be held from 7:00–10:00 CAMP OPEN HOUSE this group’s imitations of popular singers will make you
believe they are the real article! Registration begins
p.m. and includes a dinner buffet, DJ, 5’ x 7’ photo of mom and Visit Poricy Park on Saturday, February 27, 2010 from
daughter and a special gift for each daughter. Registration begins 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. during the Summer Camp Open December 14. Show is held in the Croydon Hall Gym.
January 20, 2010. Price TBA. Dates tentative. House. Take a tour of our Nature Center, Historic Free.
Farmhouse & grounds; meet the staff, and gather
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program information. Discounts on membership and JANUARY 14 – MONTHLY BIRTHDAY PARTY
Annual Mother / Son Brunch camp registration offered during the open house. Celebrate January birthdays with games and
Sunday, May 2 refreshments.
Middletown Moms will have the opportunity to escort their sons Full and half-day camps are offered all summer. Camps
(Grades K - 5) to an afternoon of relaxation and great fun. begin June 28 for children ages 3-11. Camps include JANUARY 21 – WINTER BINGO
Middletown residents only. This event will be held from 11:00 a.m. themed stories, crafts, activities and exploration nature
Love to play bingo? Come in from the cold and win some
to 2:00 p.m. and includes a buffet brunch, DJ, a 5’ x 7’ photo of hikes. Specialty camps include Mornings at the Murray
Farmhouse, Tweens & Teens for Quilting and Wandering hot prizes.
mom and son, and a special gift for every son. Registration begins
February 1, 2010. Price TBA. Date tentative. WeeFolk. Poricy Park also offers an extended morning
and afternoon option. Safe and supervised activities are JANUARY 28 – CHINESE LUNCHEON & AUCTION
offered in the nature center daily for campers arriving Register by January 21 for this fun afternoon. Choice of
2010 BUS TRIPS at 8:00 a.m. Adventurers staying after 3:00 p.m. will lunch is offered. Members must bring gift for silent
CAMELBACK FAMILY SKI TRIP, NHL DEVILS GAME AT PRUDENTIAL participate in indoor and outdoor activities. Pay for auction. Lunch prices TBA.
CENTER, MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND THE BRONX ZOO. registration by June 1, 2010 and get one free t-shirt per
VISIT WWW.MIDDLETOWNNJ.ORG OR CALL (732) 615-2260. child while supplies last. Sibling discounts offered. Call JANUARY 29, NOON – MOVIE MATINEE
732-842-5966 or visit www.poricypark.org. Spend a “wintry” afternoon enjoying a new release film
and some popcorn with friends. Register by January 26.
PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM FEBRUARY 4 – AGING WITH GRACE
A video-based presentation focusing on the positive side
of aging will be presented by the Monmouth County
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Parents/Guardians Information
Office on Aging.
First Name____________________________ Last Name______________________________________________
FEBRUARY 11 – VALENTINE BIRTHDAY PARTY
Address____________________________________________ City____________________ Zip Code______________ Dress in your best red outfit for this occasion as you may
Home Phone______________________________________ Work Phone_______________________________________ be chosen to be the Center’s King or Queen of Hearts.
Email___________________________________________ Emergency Phone___________________________________
Entertainment by Don Anthony. Refreshments served.
Participant Information
FEBRUARY 16 – FAT TUESDAY PANCAKE
BREAKFAST
Code #____________________________________ Activity Name_____________________________________________ Celebrate Mardi Gras with a great pancake breakfast in
the Nutrition Center followed by entertainment. Register
Participants Name___________________________________________________ M/F___________________ Age________________
by February 9. Cost TBA.
Fee_______________________________________________
Form of Payment: 1. Cash __________________________ 2. Check______________________ Total Enclosed _________________________ FEBRUARY 25 – CLASHING CLOTHES DAY
Put on your craziest clothes & enter the Clashing Fashion
Parent’s Signature ________________________________________________
Show. Prizes will be awarded for the zaniest outfits. Light
Mail to : Middletown Parks and Recreation: 900 Leonardville Road, Leonardo, NJ 07737 refreshments.
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MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER HIGHLIGHTS 2010 Middletown
Community Art Show Series
The 25th Annual Putnam ARTS FUN Summer Camps The Middletown Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
The Middletown Arts Center will continue its Department and the Middletown Township Cultural and
County Spelling Bee popular Summer Arts Camps for elementary and
middle school children with expanded offerings in
various arts disciplines. In addition to awesome
Arts Council are partnering to bring you the 2010
Community Art Show Series. All shows will be held at the
The Seraph Players of Mater Dei High School are Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street. Registration
programs with the Doodle Dude, and our creative
proud to present this Tony-award-winning musical forms are available at the Arts Center and the Recreation
arts and crafts camps, we will be offering many new
comedy. This hilarious show is about six adolescent Office, 900 Leonardville Road. Art work will be accepted
camps. Our 2010 line-up will include expanded dance
outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. at the Arts Center from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the dates
and music programs, new themed performance camps, and
Overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape
childhood themselves, the kids learn that winning isn't
new specialty camps from Black Rocket specified below. Call 732-615-2260 or 732-706-4100 for
Productions. Affordable camp offerings will include full and entry requirements. Space is limited. Fees apply.
everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a
half-day programs with extended care available both before
loser. Recommended for ages 12+. Show Dates are January
29 – 31, 2010. Tickets $10.
and after camp in our beautiful air-conditioned facility YOUTH ART SHOW: FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 8
conveniently located next to the Middletown Train Award Reception: Thursday, February 25, 7 p.m.
Station. Camps begin the week of July 5th and continue This art show is an opportunity for the young Middletown
GUYS AND DOLLS! through August 27th. Check our full brochure for detailed
information or visit www.middletownarts.org
artists to display their talent. Entries will be accepted
Tuesday, February 16 and Wednesday, February 17.
Performance with Passion Players will be mounting two
productions at the MAC in February: Guys and Dolls and Guys
Don’t Miss…. ADULT PROFESSIONAL ART SHOW: APRIL 3 – 18
and Dolls, Jr. Performances of Guys and Dolls will be held on
Ballroom and Latin Dance Social –
February 19, 20, 26, and 27 at 8:00 p.m. and February 21 and Open to professional artists. Professional artists are those
Fri, Jan. 8 and Feb. 12
28 at 3:00 p.m. A condensed version geared for kids (and
Argentine Tango Milonga – Sat, Jan. 9 and Feb. 13 who sell their work. Registration and artwork will be
performed by kids!) will be held February 20, 21, 27, and 28 accepted Monday, March 29 and Tuesday, March 30.
Winter & Spring classes, workshops and events!
at noon. Performance with Passion Players is an award Award Reception to be announced.
winning not-for-profit 501c3 theatre company that has been
performing in the Eatontown area for ten years. For more YOUTH & ADULT PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW:
Creative Parties at the MAC
information call the MAC at 732-706-4100 or Debby Schwartz MAY 1 – MAY 16
at (732) 888-3346. Youth and adults are invited to display to their favorite
photos. Art will be judged separately in youth and adult
categories. Registration and art work will be accepted
Monday, April 26 and Tuesday, April 27. Award Reception
Celebrate your child’s birthday with a party that is unique, to be announced.
entertaining and fun! Choose from cartooning with the one-
and-only Doodle Dude, as well as dance, music, theatre, and ADULT AMATEUR ART SHOW:
art parties with any of our talented instructors. All new MAY 29 – JUNE 20
themed offerings available for children of all ages in our Open to artists who are beginners or paint as a hobby, but
beautiful facility. Call for information! do not sell their work. Pre-registration is required. Entries
will be accepted Monday, May 24 and Tuesday, May 25.
Award reception to be announced.
In The GalleryPigment Prints EXHIBIT HOURS – ALL SHOWS
MONDAY, THURSDAY 10 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
January 15 – February 5, 2010 TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY 10:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M.
Maurice Sherman’s exhibit will include land and seascapes, Noelle Livolsi received an Honorable Mention in the 2009 SATURDAY10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
some of which are view of local areas, along with still-life work. Photo Contest for her photo of the pond at Deep Cut Gardens. OR BY APPOINTMENT
Many of the pieces on display will be experimental work
produced on a scanOcam, which is an unusual image capture
tool the artist built that creates atmospheric and somewhat
degraded black and white images. Meet the Artist receptions
Facilities
will be held on Friday, January 15 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. and ADMINISTRATIVE Tonya Keller Bayshore Senior Center/ Croydon Hall Swim & Tennis Club
Saturday, January 16 from 1:00–3:00 p.m. OFFICES Recreation Center 900 Leonardville Road 214 Harmony Road
Croydon Hall, 900 50 Bray Avenue Leonardo, NJ 07737 Middletown, NJ 07748
Leonardville Road Middletown, NJ 07748 (732) 615-2265 (732) 671-5757
ARTS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS Leonardo, NJ 07737 (732) 787-1880 Middletown Arts Center BEACHES
Applications for the Arts Council’s 2010 Achievement in the (732) 615-2260
Arts Scholarship will be accepted at the Middletown Arts 36 Church Street Ideal Beach Bayside Parkway
Center until March19, 2010. The scholarship is open to Office Hours: Hillside Community Center Middletown, NJ 07748 (732)787-6157
Middletown residents who are high school seniors and have 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 144 Chestnut Ave. (732) 706-4100
made notable contributions to the arts during their high school Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716 Leonardo Beach
Monday - Friday Miniature Golf Course Beach Avenue
years. This scholarship was established in 2004 by the Arts recreation@middletownnj.org (732) 872-8101 Tindall Park, Tindall Road
Council to draw attention to the talents of the youth in our (732)872-6708
community. Applications are available at the Middletown Arts Middletown, NJ 07748
Center. (732) 671-5145
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Free Rides on
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New Noteworthy
2010 Census Jobs
The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking temporary, full and part-
time census takers for the 2010 Census. The bureau offers
Boating Safety Course
The Middletown Fire Department Training Academy is
offering classes to the general public. Residents are invited to
Dock & Roll
Dock & Roll, a free community shuttle
program, offers residents transportation to area
shopping centers, restaurants, trains, buses and
ferries. The service operates from early morning
to late in the evening Monday to Friday. During
$15 per hour for field work, flexible hours and paid training. attend the New Jersey Boating Safety Course on Friday,
Call the bureau’s Freehold office at 732-333-9680. February 19th, 7:00–10:00 p.m. and Saturday, February the day, the shuttle operates between Campbell’s
20th, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Tuition is $50 per student. Junction and Route 35. During morning and
Police Survey Successful participants receive a certificate from the evening peak commuter traffic, a shuttle runs
The Police Department is conducting an online survey to give State Police. Call 732-615-3280 or e-mail from the Sears Park-and-Ride to the Middletown
the community an opportunity to rate the department’s info@middletownfireacademy.com. Train Station. Most trips feature timed
overall performance. The results of the survey will provide the connections to buses in Campbell’s Junction, NJ
department with insight into how they are perceived, the Dog License Renewal Transit trains at the Middletown Train Station,
quality of services provide, and opportunities for Annual dog license renewals are due January 31, 2010. All Academy buses along Route 36 and NY Waterway
improvement. Visit www.middletownnj.org dogs must be licensed. Fees are $15.00 for a spayed/neutered ferries at the Bayshore Ferry Terminal. Dock and
animal and $20.00 if not altered. All rabies vaccinations must Roll is provided through a partnership agreement
Code Book Online not expire prior to October 2010. Animal Control keeps list with Middletown Township and Monmouth
Middletown's code book is available at of free rabies clinics that may be available. Call 732-615-2094. County. Visit www.middletownnj.org to
www.middletownnj.org. Users can view and print the A $5 late fee will be assessed on February 1, 2010. After download a schedule.
township’s codified ordinances and conduct key word February, an additional $2 fee per month will be assessed.
searches. The ordinances include local laws on everything
from pet licensing to recycling. The code book remains
Hometown Heroes Township Committee
Do you know a Middletown resident in the armed forces? Workshop Meeting
accessible as a traditional book that can be reviewed at the
Send a photo and a short biography so your soldier can be Town Hall, 8 p.m.
Clerk’s Office.
added to the tribute wall at Town Hall. Biographies can 1st Monday (monthly)
include the soldier’s name, branch of service and rank, tours
Outstanding Firefighters
Upcoming Public Meetings
of duty and local schools attended. Mail to: Hometown Township Committee
The Township Committee joins Fire Chief John Kardel in
Heroes, Mayor's Office, 1 Kings Hwy. Middletown, NJ, Regular Meeting
thanking Fire Dept. Secretary Samuel Posten Jr., Fire Dept.
07748 or drop off in person. All submissions must include Town Hall, 8 p.m.
Training Academy Administrative Services Director David
contact information. Call 732-615-2287. 3rd Monday (monthly)
D’Arcy and Facilities Director Jacob Lawrence, III and
Probationary Firefighter Eric H. Isaksen for outstanding service. Emergency Alerts Planning Board
Posten coordinates the Length of Service Awards program, a Middletown provides alerts regarding coastal flooding, utility Town Hall, 6:30 p.m.
benefits program for active emergency service volunteers. outages and other events and occurrences that can impact the 1st Wednesday (monthly)
D’Arcy upgraded the academy’s computerized record keeping community. Visit www.middletownnj.org to register to
systems. Lawrence used his engineering skills to upgrade crucial receive alerts via text message and/or e-mail. Registration is Zoning Board
training props. Isaksen mapped the fire hydrant system. not required to receive 911 alerts via home phone. Town Hall, 7 p.m.
4th Monday (monthly)
Community Affairs Council
High Bond Rating Saves Money Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Moody’s Investor Services has reaffirmed 1st Wednesday (monthly)
Middletown’s Aa bond rating. That’s good news
since bond ratings reflects upon a municipality Environmental Commission
much the way a credit rating reflects upon a Town Hall, 7 p.m.
consumer. Those with higher ratings get better 3rd Wednesday (monthly)
interest rates. Affirmation of the rating, which is
the second highest possible, is credited to several Human Rights Commission
major factors including the township’s stable Town Hall, 8 p.m.
financial position, financial and economic strength, 4th Thursday (monthly)
and sound management. Bonds are used to fund
long-term projects such as road improvements Landmarks Commission
and paid back over time much the way a Main Library, 7:30 p.m.
consumer makes payments on a loan. Better 2nd Thursday (monthly)
interest rates means costs savings for
Middletown, explained Township Administrator Library Board
Anthony Mercantante. Main Library, 7 p.m.
3rd Wednesday (monthly)
Above: Lois Wilkes won 3rd place in the Municipal Alliance
My Middletown Photo Contest for this Crossroads, Croydon Hall, 8:30 a.m.
picture taken at the Belford Dock. 3rd Saturday (monthly)
Recreation Advisory Committee
Right: Fred Saunders received an Croydon Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Honorable Mention in the 2009 Photo 4th Monday (monthly)
Contest for his photo taken at Leonardo
Beach. Safety Council
Town Hall, 7:30 p.m.
3rd Thursday (monthly)
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