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Fire Schedule Transition

Effective April 13th at 6:00am

Lawrence Township Fire Department Announces Transition to 24-Hour Weekday Staffing Model.

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Planning Board Public Hearing

Monday, April 20th

Preliminary Investigation of the Property at 3641 Lawrenceville Road Designation as Area in Need of Redevelopment.

Municipal Building - 2207 Lawrence Road

Lower Level Conference Room

7:00pm

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Municipal Address Update

The Township of Lawrence will be discontinuing the use of PO Box 6006 as a mailing address. All correspondence, including payments, should be mailed to:

Township of Lawrence

2207 Lawrenceville Road

Lawrence Township, NJ

08648

Scheduled payments should be updated to reflect this change.

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Sewer Bills

1st Half 2026 Sewer Bills will be mailed Monday, March 16th and are due by the close of business day on Monday, April 27th to avoid penalty.

Current amount are available and payable on the website.

Payment

Tax Collector 609-844-7041

For more information, visit our website.

Public Works

Mulch Delivery Program

Order Form

Leaf Collections

Details

Public Works 609-587-1894

For more information, visit our website.

Recreation Department

Spring & Summer Programs

Spring & Summer programs are here! We offer a variety of fun and engaging activities for youth and adults. Follow along every week for updates on program information and registration.

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Aqua Zumba

Water you waiting for?!

Jump into Aqua Zumba for a refreshing way to move, groove, and get fit.

Saturdays

April 25th to June13th

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lawrence High School Pool
Full session or drop-in options available

Town Wide Yard Sale

Join the Lawrence Township Community Yard Sale and host your own sale for one or both days, and we’ll help promote it with a shared map and lawn signage to bring shoppers your way.

April 25th & 26th

8:00am to 2:00pm

Memorial Day Parade

Mark your calendars for the Lawrence Township Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Saturday, May 23rd

Senior Center Activities

Click the buttons below to view the Senior Center Calendar and receive Township information through the Senior Connect.

Call the Lawrence Senior Center at (609) 844-7048 to register for programs.

April Calendar

Senior Connect

Recreation Department 609-844-7067

Be sure to follow the Recreation Department on Facebook for programs & events.

Health Department

National Public Health Week

Free Covid Test Kits

The Lawrence Health Department has at-home COVID-19 test kits provided by Mercer County. Feel free to stop by while supplies last.

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Health Department 609-844-7089

For more information, visit our website.

Police Department

Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Last April, officers across NJ ticketed nearly 7,000 drivers for cellphone use. This year, we’re joining the NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety to increase distracted driving enforcement for the national #PutThePhoneAwayOrPay campaign to prevent crashes and tragedies.
Our officers have been actively involved in stopping distracted drivers since this campaign began on April 1st. Please help us keep the roads of Lawrence Township safe by eliminating distracted driving!

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HERO Campaign

Chief Kevin Reading joined the NJ Chiefs of Police briefing honoring Bill Elliot and the 25th Anniversary of John’s Law, a leading DUI prevention statute. Lawrence Township’s HERO patrol vehicle was on display, and Bill Elliot posed with Chief Reading and Officer Na’Air Campbell. We thank the HERO Campaign for promoting designated drivers and saving lives nationwide.

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Operation Blue Angel

Details & Registration

Boards and Committees

Historic Preservation Committee

7:30PM

Monday, April 13

Business and Economic Growth Committee (Formerly Growth and Redevelopment Committee) Meeting

7:00PM

Tuesday, April 14

Zoning Board Meeting

7:00PM

Wednesday April 15

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

6:30PM

Thursday, April 16

Meeting schedule subject to change for reorganization. Please check the township website for updates on cancellations.

Municipal Clerk 609-844-7001

For more information, such as meeting locations and agendas, please visit our website.

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Senior Center Calendar
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Senior Resources
Permit Inquiry Portal
Home Improvement Program
Report Traffic Concerns
Recycle Electronic Waste

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Discover Mercer

Considering enrolling at MCCC for Fall 2026? Discover Mercer to learn all about the programs, pathways, and possibilities that we can offer you. You'll meet with campus leaders, tour our West Windsor Campus, find out more about financing your education and financial aid options, and more!

Saturday, April 18th

10:00am

MCCC West Windsor Campus

1200 Old Trenton Road

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Lawrence Township Education Foundation

The LTEF is thrilled to bring back the 3rd Annual Lawrence Has Talent at LHS! This community-wide talent show will feature 15 incredible acts showcasing the amazing talent across Lawrence. We can’t wait to celebrate our talented community with you!

Friday, April 17th

6:00pm

Lawrence High School

2525 Princeton Pike

Tickets

Lawrence Environmental Education Foundation

- Plant Swap

- All Levels Yoga

- Composting Workshop

Free Admission

Sunday, April 19th

8:30am - 4:00pm

Lawrence Township Nature Center

481 Drexel Avenue

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Lawrence Historical Society

Join us in person for a fun free dive into the roots of baseball right here in New Jersey! Explore how baseball took root and grew in New Jersey from 1855 to 1880.

Sunday, April 26th

2:00pm

Lawrence High School Auditorium

Lawrence Hopewell Trail

Early Bird registration is open!

This is the 1st annual LHT 5k!

Saturday, May 2nd

9:00am

422 Federal City Road

Mercer 250

County Executive Benson recently announced the launch of Mercer 250, a website which highlights Mercer County’s critical role in the American Revolution, and provides visitors with a comprehensive guide to historical sites and events. As the County prepares to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, this website will serve as a resource connecting both residents and tourists with Mercer’s rich history.

Website

Utility Bill Assistance

If paying your gas or electric bills is a challenge, DCA’s energy assistance programs may be able to provide the support you need.

Help is available for those who qualify. Apply now and keep your home warm, safe, and bright this season.

Apply Now

Mercer County Food Finder

Need Food? Find free meals and groceries near you.

Connect to 100+ food pantries, youth meals, and grab-n-go meal options

Online map lists, dates, times, locations and more!

Food Finder

MCLS Community Events

The Mercer County Library System offers many events to the community. View the calendar to find a Lawrence Branch event.

Event Calendar

NJ Disability Information Hub

The NJ Department of Human Services recently introduced the New Jersey Disability Information Hub (DIH), an all-inclusive online resource designed to support individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers throughout the state. This is your internet homebase for information about NJ disability programs, services, and resources. It includes user-friendly tools to assist individuals in navigating important topics such as housing, employment, education, and healthcare.

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