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Bulk Waste Collection

Friday, August 28th

Bulk waste will be picked up on the last Friday of each month. Bulk waste consists of items to be discarded which are too large to fit into your cart. Residents are permitted three bulky items. Each item shall not weigh more than 50-pounds. Please contact the Public Works Department to make an appointment.

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Ramp Closure

I-295 southbound Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured beginning June 4th and continuing through August as a noise barrier installation project advances in Lawrence, Mercer County. In addition, the right lane on I-295 southbound is scheduled to be closed just before Exit 69B to install construction barrier and close the ramp.

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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 Lawrence Road

Lawrence Township, NJ

08648

Scheduled payments should be updated to reflect this change.

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3rd Quarter Taxes

3rd quarter 2026 tax amounts are available on the website.

Tax Bills were mailed on August 6th and the due date has been extended.

The last day to pay 3rd quarter taxes without penalty is Tuesday, September 8th by close of business day with no further grace period. Late payments will be charged interest back to August 1st.

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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We're Hiring!

Lawrence Township is hiring a full-time Recreation Leader to help plan and support programs, special events, senior activities, and more for residents of all ages.

If you enjoy working with the community and being part of a recreation team, we encourage you to apply!

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Junior Wrestling

Practices will be held at Lawrence Middle School on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm beginning mid November.

Fall Tennis Lessons

Tennis Classes offer a fun and engaging environment for players to develop their skills, whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your abilities.

Tuesdays

September 15th to October 27th

Lawrence Central Park

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.

September Calendar

Senior Connect

Material Donations Needed

The Lawrence Township Senior Center’s “Create to Donate” program is always looking for donated fabric and other sewing supplies to help make comfort pillows for cancer patients.

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

Schedule for Safety

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Do You Need Assistance?

Our Nursing Services:

- Vaccinations

- Blood Pressure Monitoring

- Community Resource Assistance

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Dog Licensing

Don’t forget to license your dog!

Animal Control is contacting more than 500 dog owners with delinquent licenses. Beginning June, summonses may be issued for unlicensed dogs.

A $9 late fee is currently in effect, and rabies vaccinations must be valid through November 2026.

For questions about your application or your dog’s rabies expiration, please contact the Clerk’s Office.

Application

Questions?

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

Full Time School Resource Officers

As part of the planning surrounding the voter-approved $98 million bond referendum and the continued evolution of the Lawrence Middle School and Lawrence High School campus, LTPS and LTPD are proud to announce the addition of a second full-time Lawrence Township Police Department officer assigned to the campus, effective on the first day of school at LTPS, September 1st.

FOP Lodge 209 Golf Outing

The Lawrence Township FOP Lodge 209 invites you to join us for a day of golf, exciting prizes, and much more at our Annual Golf Outing! Whether you're an experienced golfer or simply looking to show your support, this event is a fantastic opportunity to spend the day with friends, local businesses, and members of our community.

Registration includes:

- 18 holes of golf with a 1:00 PM shot gun start

- Lunch, food at the turn, and a post-round meal

- Open bar throughout the event

- 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and other exciting giveaways

Date: October 21st

Location: Mercer Oaks West, West Windsor, NJ 08550

Cost: $180 per golfer

Registration Deadline: September 21st

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

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Boards and Committees

Trails, Open Space & Stewardship Advisory Committee

7:30PM

Wednesday, September 2

Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting

6:30PM

Thursday, September 3

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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MCLS Community Events

Join us at our Lawrence Branch to celebrate the first anniversary of our native plant garden and thank all our volunteers who helped bring it to life. We'll have games, crafts, refreshments, and more!

Saturday, August 29th

2:00pm to 3:30pm

Lawrence Headquarters Branch

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

Event Calendar

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.

September 6th - Sound Bath For Relaxation

September 9th - National Trai Mix Day

September 18th - Sound Bath for Relaxation

Lawrence Historical Society

The Canal House Challenge is an annual event held in September at which all five historic homes along the Delaware & Raritan Canal are open to the public.

It is the only time of the year that all are open at the same time.

Participants are challenged to visit all homes in a single day. While visiting each site, participants can learn about the history of the home. Participants who visit all sites win a prize.

Sunday, September 13th

10am to 4pm

Multiple Locations

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Lawrence Hopewell Trail

Bike Donations Needed.

Do you have a children's bike collecting dust? We're collecting used bikes in any condition for Spokes & Skills, our free youth cycling program with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County. Your old bike could become a child's first.

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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 Cooling Centers

Are you or a neighbor struggling due to the excessive heat? Mercer County maintains a list of cooling centers around the County, which is updated whenever we experience a heat wave.

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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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