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Middletown Raises Funds for Nonprofit RallyCap Sports

Mayor Perry and RallyCap Sports Co-Founders

Mayor Tony Perry was honored to present the funds to RallyCap Sports Co-Founders Margo and Paul Hooker and thank them for their important work.

On Monday evening, Mayor Tony Perry met with RallyCap Sports Co-Founders Paul and Margo Hooker to present them with a donation from the 2023 Mayor's Challenge, which took place at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) in October. Middletown donated a total of $12,000 to the nonprofit in 2023.

RallyCap Sports is a local nonprofit that brings recreational opportunities to children and young adults with special needs while also providing life-changing volunteer opportunities.

Visit www.rallycapsports.org for more information about RallyCap Sports.

Middletown PBA 124 and Hazlet PBA 189 Host Annual Climb with a Cop Fundraiser for Special Olympics of NJ

Group photo of Climb with a Cop

Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz was honored to join our community and support local law enforcement and SONJ at this great event! (Photo courtesy of Middletown PBA Local 124)

On Sunday, Middletown PBA Local 124 and Hazlet PBA Local 189 came together at their annual Climb with a Cop fundraiser as community members stopped by Gravity Vault (37 Kanes Lane in Middletown) to climb with local police officers and raise money for the Special Olympics of New Jersey (SONJ). Thank you to everyone who attended!

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Watch the Monday, February 5th Township Committee Meeting


Click HERE to watch the meeting on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Monday, February 19th.

Get Involved: Attend Our 2024 Master Plan Public Workshop on Wednesday, 2/21 at 7 PM

Middletown Master Plan Public Workshop

Middletown Township is embarking on a significant journey to develop a comprehensive Master Plan, the first in nearly two decades, to chart the course of our Township's future. This Master Plan, a meticulous roadmap, will guide planning decisions reflecting our community's vision, goals, and recommendations for the economic, social, physical, environmental, and fiscal development of Middletown. 

Our community’s active involvement is an essential pillar of this process. The Master Plan is not only about the Township; it is every bit about its residents who live, work, and contribute to its vibrant fabric daily.

We strongly encourage you to visit www.middletownnj.org/mpinput for more information and to attend our first public workshop on Wednesday, February 21st at 7 PM at the Middletown Arts Center (36 Church Street)!

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New Jersey American Water Plans for Temporary Water Treatment Changes Beginning Next Week


As part of an annual maintenance program for its water distribution system, New Jersey American Water (NJAW) will temporarily change the water treatment process from a chloramine (combination) residual to free chlorine residual at the company’s Swimming River Water Treatment Plant in Colts Neck and its Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune.

The temporary treatment process will begin the week of February 12, 2024 and continue until mid-April 2024. During this period, some customers may notice a slight taste and smell of chlorine in their water. This is normal and will only be temporary until the system maintenance is complete. Customers who wish to reduce the taste of chlorine can place water in an uncovered glass container in the refrigerator overnight to dissipate chlorine faster.

Click HERE to read NJAW's full press release.

Middletown VAC Encourages Veterans to Participate in Guitar4Vets Program at VFW Post 2179

Free guitar lessons for veterans: No experience? No problem! No guitar? Also no problem! 10 free lessons, ALL inclusive. To sign up, contact Bill at g4vnewjersey@gmail.com.

VFW Post 2179 is partnering with the national nonprofit Guitar4Vets to offer free guitar lessons to local veterans. Music has been proven to help reduce panic attacks, nightmares, depression, and flashbacks for veterans suffering from readjustment issues and symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or a traumatic brain injury. 

Weekly one-on-one lessons will take place at VFW Post 2179 (1 Veterans Lane, Port Monmouth) from Monday through Friday over the course of 10 weeks. Participants will receive a guitar to use during lessons. Each veteran will be gifted a free acoustic guitar and accompanying gear when they “graduate” from the program. Proof of veteran status is required. Veterans with limited to no experience are highly preferred.

The Middletown Veterans Affairs Committee (VAC) encourages local veterans to sign up for this wonderful program! Please email Bill at g4vnewjersey@gmail.com for more information and to schedule your first lesson.

MTPD Announces Police Youth Week 2024 Dates: Registration Opens Tuesday, 2/20 at 10 AM

MTPD 2024 Youth Week Announcement

Save the date for MTPD's Police Youth Week registration! Once registration opens, applications can be completed online via CommunityPass. 

Click HERE for more information about Police Youth Week. 

Visit www.middletownnj.org/signup to access CommunityPass.

Register for Middletown Recreation's FREE Open Recreation After-School Program

Middletown Recreation Open Recreation

Join Middletown Recreation for some after-school fun at the Tonya Keller Community Center (50 Bray Avenue, North Middletown)! FREE for residents, Open Recreation provides a safe place for children to complete homework or play while being supervised. 

Click HERE to check out the monthly calendar and register.

Save the Date: Middletown Recreation's Summer Camps' Registration Opens Friday, 3/1 at 10 AM

Middletown Recreation Summer Camp

Join Middletown Recreation for a summer of fun! Camp registration for residents begins on Friday, March 1st at 10 AM. Camp registration for non-residents begins on Friday, March 8th at 10 AM. All registrations are processed through CommunityPass at www.middletownnj.org/signup.

Visit www.middletownnj.org/camp to check out pricing, themes, and trips.

Middletown Health Department Encourages Community to Celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month!

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Visit www.middletownnj.org/dental for fun activity sheets from the American Dental Association.

Click on the graphic to access the activity sheets and additional resources.

Last Day to Pay Quarterly Taxes Without Interest is Monday, 2/12 by 4 PM

Quarterly taxes were due February 1, 2024. The last day to pay the February quarter without interest is on Monday, 2/12 by 4 PM either in the Tax Collection Office or via our online payment portal.

Click HERE for more information about how to pay your taxes.

Upcoming Events

Celebrate the Season of Love at The MAC Players' Valentine's Cabaret on Sunday, 2/11 at 2 PM

MAC Love on Broadway

Join The MAC Players at the Middletown Arts Center (36 Church Street) this weekend for "Love on Broadway: A Valentine’s Cabaret" with love songs sung by The MAC Players' past, present, and future performers! This event is FREE, but donations via cash or check are greatly appreciated. All proceeds will go to The MAC Players' programming.

Click HERE for more information about the event.

Listen to Live Music at the MAC's Monthly Music Cafe on Sunday, 2/11 from 4-6 PM

MAC Music Cafe

Stick around at the MAC after the Valentine's Cabaret on Sunday, February 11th for its monthly singer-songwriters showcase featuring artists Dan Toye, Kevin Liebkemann, Steve Kunzman, and John Siehl! The concert will take place inside the MAC's theater (36 Church Street). The event is free with a suggested donation of $5.

 Click HERE for more information about the concert.
 Click 
HERE to donate to the MAC.

Register for MTPL's Dine and Discuss: Virtual Talk with Author Tessa Bailey on Tuesday, 2/13 at 6:30 PM

MTPL Dine and Discuss: Author Tessa Bailey

Get in the Valentine's Day spirit by coming to the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) on Tuesday, February 13th to eat pizza and join a virtual conversation with rom-com author Tessa Bailey as she discusses her books. Registration is required.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

MTPD Hosts Free Car Seat Safety Checkpoint on Wednesday, 2/14 from 2-6 PM at Old Village Fire Company

MTPD Car Seat Safety Checkpoint

Residents are invited to a FREE Car Seat Safety Checkpoint hosted by the MTPD on Wednesday, February 14th at Station 11 Old Village Fire Company (1340 NJ-35) to ensure your child is in the right car seat and that it is installed correctly. The checkpoint will be open from 2-6 PM.

Car seat safety checkpoints are held every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Please contact Officer Michael Reuter at 732-615-2046 if you have any questions or concerns.

Explore the Night Sky at MTPL's Astronomy Observing Session on Friday, 2/16 at 6:30 PM

MTPL Astronomy Observing Session at Poricy Park

Join the MTPL on Friday, February 16th at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) where the STAR Astronomy Club will set up their telescopes and show attendees the wonders of the winter sky. All are welcome. Registration is NOT required.

Register for Middletown Recreation's March Madness: Dribble, Dish & Swish Competition

Middletown Recreation March Madness

Wear your favorite basketball jersey and dribble, dish, and swish your way to victory in Middletown Recreation's annual March Madness: Dribble, Dish & Swish Competition on Tuesday, March 19th from 5-6 PM! Showcase your basketball skills against your peers by competing in your specific age division. Mini basketball hoops will be given to all participants. Sign up today!

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Resources
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Know Someone with a Disability? Make Sure They Register with NJ Register Ready!


Middletown’s Office of Emergency Management encourages residents with disabilities to register with NJ Register Ready. This free program is designed to assist first responders and emergency planners in identifying community members who may need assistance evacuating in advance of an emergency. 

For more information about the program and the three ways you can register, visit www.middletownnj.org/oem. 

Stay on Top of Winter Weather Advisories:

Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates 

Three ways to get emergency notifications, such as severe weather updates, from Middletown Township: Text your zip code to 888-777; Visit www.middletownnj.org/nixle to register for/customize notifications; Download the Everbridge Nixle mobile app on Apple Store or Google Play to receive/manage notifications and limit text messages. Less urgent messages will be delivered to your email address on file. If it isn’t on file, text your email address to 888-777 or download the mobile app.

Visit www.middletownnj.org/nixle to register for Nixle.

Monmouth County Mosquito Madness Tire Pick-up Program is Available through Sunday, 3/31

Monmouth County Mosquito Tire Pick-up Program

The Monmouth County Mosquito Control Division will be picking up tires through Sunday, March 31st to help prevent mosquitoes from growing in tires that hold rainwater. The division will come to your property and collect up to 10 car tires without rims. Please call 732-542-3630 and provide your name, address, number of tires, and the location of the tires on your property to arrange a pick-up. You do not need to bring the tires to the curb. 

The Middletown Township Health Department encourages residents to participate in this program if you have tires that are wet and ready to be discarded. If you have tires you want to keep, please either store them inside or securely cover them if they are outside.

Visit www.visitmonmouth.com/mosquito for more information.

Middletown Health Department & Monmouth County Partner for Free Walk-In Vaccine Clinics

Free Public Health Clinics: Latest available vaccines. Ages 6 months and up. No insurance required. Every other Tuesday, beginning January 30, 2024. 1-3 pm, no appointments needed. 1 Kings Highway, 732-615-2095

The next clinic is on Tuesday, February 13th. Patients under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patients are NOT required to make an appointment, have insurance, or bring their immunization records.

Instructions on how to use Tax Estimator Calculator

Visit www.middletownnj.org/assessment for information about how to understand your tax assessment, frequently asked questions, more details about our new tax estimator calculator, and an explanation of the tax rate calculation.

Report Your Missed Trash, Recycling, or Bulk Collection to DPW

Information about how to report missed garbage, recycling, or bulk pickup

We encourage you to complete a form at www.middletownnj.org/missedpickup if your trash, recycling, or bulk was not collected. 

Please call DPW at 732-615-2090 if you have any questions.

Click HERE to complete DPW's form. 

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