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Thursday, June 11, 2026

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Lawrence Township Master Plan Meeting

Thursday, June 11th

Join us at 7:00pm at the Lawrence Senior Center - 30 E Darrah Lane. This public information and comment meeting is your opportunity to: Hear an update on the status of the Master Plan, Ask questions of the panel, Share public comment on the direction of our township.

How it works: Sign in at the meeting if you'd like to speak. Speakers will be called in sign-in order and will have 5 minutes each. The panel may respond depending on the content of your comment, and not every question can be answered on the spot.

To submit a question in advance, please email Bgiglio@lawrencetwp.com by Monday June 8th at 6pm.

Ramp Closure

I-295 southbound Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured beginning June 4, 2026 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 Offices Closed

Friday, June 19th

All Lawrence Township Municipal Offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

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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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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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Lawrence Township Fireworks

Let’s celebrate the 250th with a night full of food, music, family fun, and fireworks!

Enjoy more food trucks this year, live country music, children’s entertainment, and glow sticks available for sale to support the Fireworks Fund.

Ben Franklin will be making a special appearance from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, so don’t miss your chance to meet one of America’s favorite founding fathers!

July 1st (rain date July 2nd)

Rider University

6:00pm start

9:30pm Fireworks

Hula Hoop Fitness

Level 1 & 2

Summer Session I - 6/23 to 8/4

(no class 6/30)

*NEW* Drop In classes available

Lawrence Veterans Park

5:00pm to 6:00pm

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.

June Calendar

Senior Connect

Recreation Department 609-844-7067

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

Health Department

Migraine Management

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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

Connecting For Care

Yesterday, our Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Coordinator Elwood Dasher met with Sunrise Detox to strengthen partnerships. Dasher met with Community Care Coordinator Nicholas Henry to discuss Sunrise Detox’s detoxification and inpatient treatment programs. Sunrise Detox is committed to providing high-quality care for individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders using personalized medical protocols that are tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.

Operation Blue Angel

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Boards and Committees

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (Rescheduled from 6/18)

6:30PM

Thursday, June 11

Planning Board Meeting (cancelled)

7:00PM

Monday, June 15

Township Council Meeting

6:00PM

Tuesday, June 16

Zoning Board Meeting

7:00PM

Wednesday, June 17

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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Township Calendar
Employment Opportunities

Committee Schedules and Information
Senior Resources
Permit Inquiry Portal
Home Improvement Program
Report Traffic Concerns
Recycle Electronic Waste

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3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Organized by the Lawrence DEI Committee.

Light refreshments will be served.

Thursday, June 18th

10:00am to 11:30am

Lawrence Township Municipal Building

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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Medi-Cool Program

With funding from Mercer County Department of Human Services Office on Aging, Rise, A Community Service Partnership, will provide 5,000 BTU Air Conditioning Units for Mercer County low-income seniors and/or adults who have a disability. Call or Email for questions or to schedule an eligibility screening.

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MCCC Fall Registration

Registration for Fall Semester 2026 is now OPEN!

Whether you're just starting out or finishing what you began, MCCC has the courses and support to help you reach your goals. Lock in your spot and begin your journey today!

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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.

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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

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

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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