Congratulations to the Second Middletown Township Police Youth Week Graduates of the Summer!
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Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) just held its second Police Youth Week Camp of the summer! There were 58 children, between the ages of 8 to 11, who participated in this program that gave them their first exposure to law enforcement at the recruit phase. The Police Youth Week program, run by Detective Sergeant Ric Cruz, is a combination of classroom style learning and physical training. Participants learned firsthand about a wide variety of law enforcement training and techniques including officer safety, internet safety, crime scene investigations, traffic enforcement, and the K-9 unit. The program also emphasized the importance of citizenship and community policing. The week concluded with a graduation ceremony at Brookdale Community College's Robert J. Collins Arena. Each graduate received a certificate and a well-earned honorary badge. Mayor Tony Perry, Deputy Chief John Werner, Deputy Chief Paul Bailey, Detective Sergeant Ric Cruz, and many officers were present to congratulate each child. Special thanks to Tactical Medics, a unit of Middletown's Emergency Medical Services, for conducting the first aid and wound packing lesson and Conservation Officer Mike Bickerton from NJDEP's Fish & Wildlife Division for talking to the kids about endangered wildlife. Laurie Tietjen and her staff at Freedom Reins also provided fun activities on the horse farm and free ice cream sundaes. Kudos to our newest Police Youth Week graduates and the dedicated officers who run this amazing program – D/Sgt. Cruz, Sgt. Carr, Sgt. Mahon, Cpl. Buhowski, Cpl. Reuter, Ptl. Lanfranco, and Ptl. Ruane, as well as volunteers Sean Kennedy, Noah Fleming, Alex Rowland, and Rylee Higgins! Photos from the camp courtesy of D/Sgt. Cruz |
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Veterans Housing Project Construction Continues
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Earlier this week, Mayor Tony Perry, Middletown Deputy Police Chief John Werner, and Department of Public Works & Engineering employee Michael Misiaszek toured the future veterans housing site located on Leonardville Road in Belford. The property, which will be deemed "Veterans Village," has been several years in the making and will offer 12 affordable housing units for those who have honorably served our nation. The building is currently under construction and has made substantial progress. Most of the work is now being done on the interior of the building, such as the housing units and community rooms. We expect occupancy to begin in the fall. Stay tuned for more details! |
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Township Committee to Host Meeting on Monday, 7/14 at 7 PM
The Middletown Township Committee Regular Meeting will be held on Monday, July 14th at 7:00 PM in the courtroom at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway). The meeting is open to the public. The meeting will also be made available to watch or listen to by visiting middletownnj.portal.civicclerk.com. Once you visit the link, please scroll to the information for the Monday, July 14th meeting. Once the meeting begins, the event will say "LIVE" and a camera icon will appear. You can click on the camera icon to stream the meeting. After the meeting ends, a recording of it will be available. Prior to the Township Committee Meeting, the event link will be published on the Township’s Facebook page. The recording of the meeting will be aired on the Township’s TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) and YouTube channel. Click HERE for more information and to access the meeting agenda.
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Submit Photos to Middletown America 250's Weekly Photo Contest: This Week's Winners to be Announced on Friday, 7/18
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As part of Middletown's America 250 initiative, the Township launched a weekly photo contest! Capture a unique photo in Middletown inspired by the weekly theme, which will be shared via the Middletown America 250 Committee's social media channels and in Middletown Minutes. This week's theme is "Built to Last". Take a photo of a Revolutionary War period historic building and share it with us! Upload your photo to middletownnj.org/250photocontest, along with your name, social media handle, and a short description of your image and its location. New themes will be announced every Thursday. The winners will be announced every Friday, so please submit your photo by noon on Thursday of that week. Follow @middletownamerica250 on Instagram and Facebook to stay in the loop. Your photo could be featured on the Middletown America 250 social media channels, Middletown Minutes, and our municipal TV channel (Comcast Cable Channel 20/Verizon FiOS Channel 26), so we encourage you to participate! Thank you to everyone who participated in last week's contest with the theme "Celebrating America". Below is a photo of the winner, chosen by Mayor Tony Perry! Amanda Ramsey submitted this patriotic photo of her daughter celebrating the 4th of July in Port Monmouth. |
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 Photo courtesy of Amanda Ramsey |
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Monmouth County Marks One Year to America’s 250th Birthday with Special "Kick-Off the Countdown" Event Planned for Wednesday, 7/23
The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee recently announced that a special “Kick-Off the Countdown” event will take place during the 50th annual Monmouth County Fair, marking the beginning of America’s Semiquincentennial year. The “Kick-Off the Countdown” event will take place on opening night of the fair, which is Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:00 PM on the main stage. This special event will feature Sons of the American Revolution Color Guard, reenactors, remarks, music, and entertainment including the Washington Crossing Fifes and Drums. There will also be tethered balloon rides (weather permitting) and a fireworks display to top off the event at 9:00 PM! Click HERE to read the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee's press release for more information and details.
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Monmouth County Officials Release Free Educational Resource for Monmouth County Students for America’s Upcoming 250th Anniversary
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The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee recently released a free educational resource for Monmouth County students in recognition of America’s 250th birthday. Schools are invited to implement this book about Monmouth County’s Revolutionary era history into their curriculum. This free educational resource includes stories about influential people, significant places, and key events that have made an indelible impact on American and New Jersey history. It also includes interactive activities for students to learn from while having fun. For questions or to request printed copies of this resource, please email Ted.Maturo@co.monmouth.nj.us. Click HERE to read the book and click HERE to read the committee's press release. |
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Middletown EMS Encourages Residents to Follow Safety Measures at the Beach This Summer
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Join James De Rugeriis, Public Information Officer for the Middletown Township Department of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), as he shares five crucial beach safety tips every family should know before heading to the shore. Whether you're swimming, sunbathing, or playing in the sand, these tips will help keep your summer outings safe, fun, and stress-free! Click HERE to watch the Public Service Announcement.
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Learn How to Safely Dispose of Your Vape
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It may be officially summer, but it's never too late to "spring clean" out your lungs! In the spring, the Middletown Alliance for Drug and Alcohol Prevention launched its "Spring Clean Out Your Lungs!" series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs). The first PSA educated people about the health risks associated with vaping nicotine products and the second one highlighted tips and tricks on how to quit. You can watch both PSAs on the Township's YouTube channel. In the third and final PSA of the series, Alliance Coordinator Erika McKee and Department of Public Works & Engineering Director Ted Maloney provide information about how to safely get rid of your vape at the Middletown Recycling Center (52 Kanes Lane). For more information on the health risks of vaping and further education, please visit middletownnj.org/middletownalliance. For information about the Middletown Recycling Center, please visit middletownnj.org/recyclingcenter. Click HERE to watch the third PSA on YouTube. |
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Middletown Alliance Provides Tips for Swimmers on Practicing Alcohol Safety
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Register Now for Middletown Alliance's July Parent Presentation Happening on Monday, 7/28
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Sign Up for Free Narcan/Naloxone Administration Training Happening on Thursday, 7/17 at 5 PM
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Register Now for Blood Drive Hosted at Town Hall on Thursday, 8/28 from 12:30-6:30 PM
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The Middletown Township Health Department is once again partnering with the New Jersey Blood Services/New York Blood Center to host a blood drive at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway) on Thursday, August 28th. According to New York Blood Center, someone needs blood every two seconds. It is important to have blood available 24/7 for emergencies as well as ongoing, life-sustaining needs for patients battling chronic diseases. Since blood cannot be synthetically made, there is no substitute – only volunteer donors can give the gift of life. Help make a difference by making an appointment today at nybc.org/drive. Please use the sponsor code 72770. |
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NJAW Lead Service Line Replacement Program Door-to-Door Canvassing Continues
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CDM Smith, on behalf of New Jersey American Water (NJAW), started a door-to-door canvassing effort related to the Lead Service Line Replacement Program (LSLRP) in Middletown on Monday, February 3rd. The canvassing and internal inspections are currently taking place in the Middletown Village Elementary School District in Area 3 on the map above. The entire canvassing is expected to take place over the next few months. All CDM Smith inspectors will wear co-branded (NJAW and CDM Smith) high visibility logo vests and will have NJAW-issued Contractor ID badges. Inspectors will introduce themselves and the program to property owners and will then ask to enter the home to inspect the water service where it enters into the home (typically in a basement or crawl space). The inspector will take exterior photos of the property and interior photographs of the service material and record the pipe material identified. Inspections generally take 15 minutes or less. At no time will residents be asked for money. Any customer that prefers to not have an internal inspection completed will be directed to alternatives to the inspections including self-reporting. The Middletown Township Police Department is aware of the canvassing. If you have any questions about LSLRP, please email njawlead@cdmsmith.com and LeadFreeNJ@amwater.com. |
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Participate in Middletown Township School District's Strategic Planning Meetings
The Middletown Township Board of Education invites everyone to participate in a Strategic Planning Initiative along with their neighbors, community members, friends, teachers, students, and school district administrators to create a shared vision for the future of the Middletown Township School District. This process will be facilitated by the New Jersey School Boards Association. The goal is to create a shared vision for the district to discuss strengths, challenges, and solutions. Staff members, parents, guardians, students, community leaders, and other interested members of the public are invited to contribute their thoughts and ideas to help plan for the future of Middletown's students. The third and final meeting will take place on Thursday, August 28th from 6:00-7:30 PM at Middletown High School North (63 Tindall Road). The first two meetings were held in May and June. Click HERE to RSVP to the meeting.
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Reserve Your Seats for The MAC Players' Hairspray
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Get ready for big hair, big laughs, and an even bigger heart as Hairspray lights up the Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) stage! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show”. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do! The MAC Players will be performing the musical the weekends of 7/11-7/13 and 7/18-7/20. Performances will take place on Friday, July 11th and July 18th at 7 PM, Saturday, July 12th and 19th at 7 PM, and Sunday, July 13th and 20th at 2 PM. Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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Play Games at MTPL's Teen Board Game Night on Monday, 7/14 at 6 PM
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Come to the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) to play fun summer reading-themed board games with Shore Gamers, a local game store (15 Monmouth Street, Red Bank). The program will take place in the MTPL's Teen Room (55 New Monmouth Road). Registration is required. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Sign Up for Middletown Parks & Recreation's Pond Netting Programs: First One is on Tuesday, 7/15 at 2 PM
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Use Middletown Parks & Recreation's nets to catch tadpoles, fish, insect larvae, snails, and other critters at Murray Pond in Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road)! Pond netting will take place every other Tuesday through the end of August, beginning Tuesday July 15th. Look for frogs, turtles, and snakes — and dress to get muddy! Please register on RecDesk. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Attend the First Concert of MAC's Summer Concert Series on Tuesday, 7/15 at 7 PM
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The Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) annual free summer concert series has officially returned! 10 String will kick it off at the MAC (36 Church Street) on Tuesday, July 15th. The concert will take place on the lawn, but will be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather. Please grab your beach chairs and blankets to listen to this band perform fresh takes on modern and classic alternative rock. Alcohol is not permitted. The upcoming performances will take place at 7:00 PM on Tuesdays, July 29th, August 12th, and August 26th. The second concert of the series will be performed by Goldenseal, the third concert will be performed by Guns 4 Hire, and the fourth concert will be performed by Moroccan Sheepherders. |
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Enjoy Middletown Parks & Recreation's Movie in the (Jurassic) Park on Wednesday, 7/16 at 8:30 PM
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Have a DINO-mite time at Middletown Parks & Recreation's summer screening of Jurassic Park! Get to Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) 30 minutes before the movie begins to discover your own dinosaur bones in a fun fossil activity. Please bring your own chairs, blankets, and snacks. This screening was supposed to take place on Wednesday, July 9th, but was postponed due to the weather. Click HERE for more information. |
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Learn How to Start Your Family Tree at MTPL's Genealogy 101 Program on Wednesday, 7/16 at 2 PM
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Interested in researching your family tree but don't know how to begin? Come to the MTPL to start your journey with Beverly Yackel of the Monmouth County Genealogy Society! Beverly will give you some tips and insight into getting started, and then the MTPL will discuss the new Genealogy Club forming at the library! Registration is encouraged but not required. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Buy Tickets for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws Happening on Friday, 7/18 at 7 PM
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Join Middletown Parks & Recreation for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws this month. Sit with our community as we cheer on New Jersey's team, watch fireworks, and enjoy a Star Wars-themed night! A $20 ticket includes a hot dog, soda, ice cream, and boardwalk game ticket. Click HERE for more information and to get your tickets. |
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Join MTFD at Touch-a-Truck on Monday, 7/21 from 6-9 PM
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On Monday, July 21st, stop by the former Mater Dei High School parking lot for the Middletown Township Fire Department's (MTFD) third annual Touch-a-Truck to check out fire trucks, food trucks, games, and fire safety demonstrations! |
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Celebrate Summerween with Middletown Parks & Recreation on Thursday, 7/31
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Enjoy a family-friendly night filled with a DJ, meet-and-greet with the Sanderson Sisters, haunted décor, and Halloween activities beginning at 6:30 PM at Ideal Beach (Bayside Parkway, North Middletown)! Stay after Middletown Parks & Recreation's free beach party to watch a Summerween classic, Addams Family Values, at 8:45 PM. Click HERE for more information. |
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- Beginning Monday, July 14th through Friday, July 25th, Whipporwill Valley Road at Chapel Hill Road will be closed 24/7 due to bridge construction. Please follow the posted detour.
- Navesink River Road is currently closed between Club Way and McClees Road to all traffic for repairs. This work is anticipated to take several weeks. Please follow the posted detour.
- In June, Monmouth County began the construction of the replacement of Bridge S-14 on County Route 50 (Swimming River Road). The road will remain open throughout construction and two 11-foot-wide travel ways in each direction will be maintained. Construction is anticipated to take two years. Please follow all posted signs and stay alert while driving in the area, as temporary changes to traffic patterns may occur. Click HERE to read the County's press release for more information.
- Church Street in Belford (near Saint Mary's School) between Leonardville Road and Drift Road is currently closed to replace Bridge MT-10. It will be closed 24/7 to vehicular traffic through October, but pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the course of the project.
- As of Monday, January 13th, Broadway is closed between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) due to construction of the final phase of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Port Monmouth Flood Control Project. Broadway will be closed for approximately two years. Detours were posted. Port Monmouth Road between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) reopened on Monday, January 13th, providing an alternate detour route for the Broadway closure.
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NJAW Begins Hydrant Flushing in Middletown, Belford, and Leonardo
New Jersey American Water (NJAW) crews are conducting routine flushing of the water distribution system in Middletown, Belford, and Leonardo from Friday, June 27th through Friday, July 25th to provide high-quality water service. Flushing in these areas will occur between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
When crews are working in your area, you may notice reduced pressure or discolored water. If your water is discolored, run the cold water taps at the lowest level of the house for about 3 to 5 minutes until the water runs clear. If discolored water occurs please also refrain from doing laundry during that time. Click HERE to read NJAW's full alert.
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NJCCIC Warns about Texting Scam that Impersonates NJDOL
New Jersey Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) recently received reports regarding the impersonation of NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOL) personnel in SMS text phishing (SMiShing) schemes. Cybercriminals are contacting claimants via text message, identifying themselves as "NJLWD Claim Department" and alleging they need clarification on a claim. Middletown Township encourages residents to be aware of any unexpected and suspicious messages. Click HERE to read the NJCCIC's alert for full details.
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MTPD Provides Safety Tips for Scam Text Messages and Online Threats
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The Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) has recently been contacted by residents who have received text messages stating that they have outstanding traffic violations. THIS IS A SCAM. Please review the information above for tips on how to stay safe from scam text messages and online threats. Always remember: NEVER CLICK ON A LINK YOU MAY BE UNSURE OF. |
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Middletown Township Health Department Provides Information on How to Properly Dispose Sharps
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Middletown OEM Shares Information about How to Stock Up on Hurricane Supplies
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With hurricane season officially here, the Middletown Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds residents about the importance of being prepared. Now is the time to review your emergency plans, stock up on essentials, and stay informed. Whether securing your home, checking your supplies, or signing up for emergency alerts, a little preparation goes a long way in keeping you and your loved ones safe. Visit weather.gov/hurricanesafety for safety tips and resources. |
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Prepare for Hurricane Season by Purchasing or Renewing Flood Insurance
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Middletown Township Health Department Shares Information about Ticks and Mosquitoes
'Tis the season for ticks and mosquitoes! The Middletown Township Health Department would like to share some useful resources with our community. Click HERE for more information about ticks and click HERE for more information about mosquitoes.
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Monmouth County Currently Offering Greener Blue Pump-out Boat on Fridays and Saturdays
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The Greener Blue Pump-Out Boat, which is operated by the Monmouth County Department of Health and Human Services, is currently in service on Fridays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 4 PM. This free program, which is available to all recreational boaters and not limited to Monmouth County residents, helps properly dispose sewage from boats. Service is available on a first come, first served basis and does not require any paperwork. The service areas are the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers and the Atlantic Highlands Marina (Sandy Hook Bay). If you have general inquiries, please call the Monmouth County Division of Health at 732-431-7456 (Option 3). On service days, you can contact VHF Channel 9 (Marine radio) or call 732-761-4997. |
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Need Assistance? Utilize the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System
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Monmouth County proudly offers the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System – an easy way for residents to find and access appropriate services in Monmouth County to meet their needs. Created as part of Monmouth County’s Department of Human Services, the Navigation System serves as one point of entry for residents to be connected to any human service provider in the County without needing to make multiple calls. Call the Warm Line at 732-683-8959 to reach countless service providers and visit monmouthacts.org for more information. |
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Middletown Township Building & Inspection Department Launches New SDL Online Permit Portal
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Visit sdlportal.com to access the portal and create an account. Need assistance? Click HERE for step-by-step instructions on how to create an account. |
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Connect with the Township to Help Correct Concerns
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Middletown Township is now utilizing the “See-Click-Fix” platform so residents can easily contact the Township to report any concerns. The Township is branding this reporting tool as Connect & Correct since you can submit your request via the website and track its progress through completion. Visit middletownnj.org and click on the Connect & Correct button. This link will direct you to a page of categories you can choose from to report your concern. Simply choose the relevant category from the list such as lost pet, pothole, sidewalks, playgrounds, etc. and add a brief description of the issue. You will be able to enter an address or pinpoint the location of the issue on the map. You will also have the option to attach a photo if you would like, and then you can click to submit the report.
You will then be able to track the status of the issue through updates on the platform or via email notifications. Exciting news — the Connect & Correct app is now officially available on the Apple App Store and Google Play! The goal of the app is to make it even easier to report your concerns on-the-go as well as streamline communications regarding any concerns you may have. |
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Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates
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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 middletownnj.org/oem.
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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