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Fire Study Public Presentation

Thursday, October 1

Lawrence Township will host a public presentation of the Center for Governmental Research (CGR) Fire and EMS Study.

At this special meeting of the Public Safety Committee, CGR principal Paul Bishop will walk through the study's findings and key recommendations. The report concludes that the Township handles emergencies effectively today, and that maintaining that standard will take careful planning and phased investment in people, facilities and equipment. Public participation will follow the presentation.

Final decisions on the recommendations rest with the governing body.

For more information, contact Chris Longo at cmlongo@lawrencetwp.com or 609-844-7010.

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Hazard Mitigation Plan

Monday, October 5

Lawrence Township residents are invited to provide input on Mercer County’s updated Hazard Mitigation Plan. The 6:30pm meeting will give residents an opportunity to review the updated plan, learn more about the hazard mitigation process, and provide feedback.

Meeting ID: 264 299 783 201 045

Passcode: vU727Yd7

Residents and other community stakeholders are encouraged to participate and share their comments before the public comment period closes on October 14.

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Municipal Offices Closed

Monday, October 12

All Lawrence Township Municipal Office will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. There will be regular trash and recycling collection.

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New Township Arts Commission

Township Council recently created the Arts Commission. The Arts Commission has been tasked with advising Council on matters related to the Arts and Culture. Individuals interested in serving on the Commission are asked to complete an application.

Application

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 Lawrence Road

Lawrence Township, NJ

08648

Scheduled payments should be updated to reflect this change.

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Sewer Bill Due

2026 2nd half sewer amounts are available and payable on the website. Sewer bills will be mailed the week of September 14th and will be due in the Tax Collector’s office by close of business day on Monday, October 26 to avoid penalty.

Payment

Tax Collector 609-844-7041

For more information, visit our website.

Recreation Department

Fall & Winter Programs

Fall & Winter 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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Community Day

Lawrence Township Community Day is almost here!

Join us for an afternoon of community, food, entertainment, activities, and fun.

Saturday, October 3rd

1:00pm to 5:00pm

Village Park - Bergen Entrance

Parking is also available on the Gordon and Yeger side of the park, with shuttle service provided to the event area.

Halloween House Decorating Contest

It’s time to put your Halloween decorating skills to the test! Deck out your home, get creative, and show off your best spooky setup for a chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place for Best Overall Presentation!

Registration closes: October 15th at noon

Judging: October 16th - 29th

Winners announced: October 30th

Open to Lawrence Township residents!

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.

October Calendar

Senior Connect

Material Donations Needed

The Lawrence Township Senior Center’s “Busy Bees” program is always looking for yarn donations to help create their knitting and crocheting projects.

Donations can be dropped off at the Senior Center - 30 E Darrah Lane.

Every donation helps! For more information, call 609-844-7048.

Recreation Department 609-844-7067

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

Health Department

Mobile Food Pantry

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

FREE Rabies Vaccination Clinic

Lawrence Township will hold a free drive-through rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats over 7 months old.

Pre-registration is required, and no walk-ins will be accepted. Each pet must be registered separately.

Registration closes Monday, October 19th at 4:30pm

Saturday, October 24th

12:00pm to 3:00pm

Lawrence Township Municipal Building

2207 Lawrence Road

Pre-Registration

Do You Need Assistance?

Our Nursing Services:

- Vaccinations

- Blood Pressure Monitoring

- Community Resource Assistance

Contact

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.

Details

Health Department 609-844-7089

For more information, visit our website.

Police Department

Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat Announcement!

Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy food, music and lots of fun! If you would like to participate and set up a trunk, please reach out to Ptl. Campbell to register!

If you are setting up a trunk, make sure you bring lots of treats for our visitors! We can't wait to see your trunks and your costumes!

Thursday, October 22nd

Lawrence High School Parking Lot

6pm to 8pm

We're Hiring!

The Lawrence Township Police Department is currently accepting resumes for Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators to serve as dispatchers. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference while serving the Lawrence Township community, we ask you to apply.

Dispatchers are the vital link between our officers and the public, providing calm and professional assistance when it matters most. Applicants who are interested and meet the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit their resume.

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Operation Blue Angel

Details & Registration

Boards and Committees

Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

6:00PM

Thursday, October 1

Special Meeting Public Safety Committee

6:30PM

Thursday, October 1

Planning Board Meeting

7:00PM

Monday, October 5

Township Council Meeting

6:30PM

Tuesday, October 6

Trails, Open Space & Stewardship Advisory Committee

7:30PM

Wednesday, October 7

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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Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation

Join us at our many events that connects people of all ages with nature, science, cultural history, art, and wellness through education, recreation, and stewardship.

October 4th - Sound Bath for Relaxation

October 10th - Trail Clean Up

October 16th - Sound Bath for Relaxation

Lawrence Historical Society

Learn how New Jersey’s women became pillars of strength, holding families together through chaos, raids, and divisions.

Discover the untold stories of courage and resilience. This engaging talk reveals how New Jersey’s women became pillars of strength, holding families together through chaos, raids, and division.

Thursday, October 15th

7:00pm

Lawrence High School Auditorium

Lawrence Hopewell Trail

Lawrence Hopewell Trail hosts its Trail and Treat Bike Ride, a celebration of the Halloween spirit, for families with children ages 12 and under.

- Face painting

- Halloween games

- music

- Two rides on the LHT

The short 1/2-mile loop is geared toward younger riders 6 and under, and a 1-mile ride for the more experienced riders ages 6-12. Walkers are welcome.

Costumes and bike decorating are encouraged in celebration of the Halloween theme.

Parents with bicycle trailers are welcome. Skating, scootering and strolling participants also welcome.

Sunday, October 25th

3:00pm to 5:00pm

Village Park - Yeger Pavilion

Become an Election Board Worker

Requirements:

- Registered Voter in Mercer County or a student 16-17 years old.

- Complete an application

- Attend a Training Class

General Election

November 3rd

Application

Electronics Recycling Drop Off

Electronics Recycling drop-off for Lawrence Township residents.

Proof of residency required.

Wednesdays

7:30am to 11:45am

12:30pm to 2:30pm

Joseph H. Mayer Jr. Ecological Center

3701 Princeton Pike

Mortgage Assistance

The Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners who have experienced a significant decrease in income or increase in expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

To qualify for assistance, a homeowner must:

• Own and occupy an eligible one to four-unit primary residence.

• Have experienced a COVID-19 related financial hardship, and have been unable to remain current on mortgage payments.

• Meet household income limits.

• Have been current on mortgage and property taxes as of January 2020.

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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

NJ Disability Information Hub

New Jersey has launched the Disability Information Hub (DIH), an easy-to-use website with information on programs, services, and resources for people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers.

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