September 29, 2023
Weekend Update
Dear Resident,
Marlboro office of Emergency Management has been tracking another coastal storm system and the National Weather Service has issued an Areal Flood Watch. Rain of 2 to 4 inches is expected with localized amounts of 6-8 inches possible. With the grounds already saturated from last week’s Tropical Storm, roads and grounds may become quickly flooded. (STORM LETTER) With brush collection beginning next week by zone, it is especially important that residents follow the guidelines in place to keep the streets clear and allow water to flow freely to the outlets. See below for more.
Save the date for our Marlboro Day Fall Festival on October 22 from noon to 5 as we celebrate our community with an autumn theme. Please mark your calendars and I hope to see you there.
This Sunday marks the beginning of the final month of the Marlboro Farmers Market season and we celebrate Back to School at the Market. The kids can enjoy coloring bookmarks and a market food page. Parents can shop the vendors and stock up on fruits and vegetables in season, bread, cheese, gelato, guacamole, soups and much more. Check out this week’s scheduled vendors HERE and FLYER. 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.
The VBM application 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. Election information can be found of the Monmouth County and NJ State websites.
ROAD CONSTRUCTION AND PUBLIC WORKS NOTICES
Road Construction Update Week of September 25 HERE
Brush Collection Begins 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
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.
Classes and programs for Ages 60+ - Fall classes began September 5 and registration is ongoing. HERE.
New programs are added regularly. 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.
Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) –Classes begin October 3! Work with the police and make a difference. DVRT members receive free training to support survivors of domestic violence. Please see the FLYER from ‘180 turning Lives Around’ for more.
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.
Stay safe and I hope to see you Sunday at the Farmers Market.
Mayor Jon Hornik