✨ Bordentown Youth Programs Extravaganza ✨
Join us this Saturday, February 21st at Carslake Community Center for a community-based Youth Programs Extravaganza designed to help local families learn about the wide range of youth programs and organizations available throughout Bordentown.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet representatives from local groups, explore activities and resources, and discover new opportunities for children and teens in our community.
Both Bordentown City and Bordentown Township are proud sponsors of this event, reflecting our shared commitment to supporting local families and investing in our youth.
Be sure to stop by, connect, and see all that Bordentown has to offer — we look forward to seeing you there! 🌟
Join us this Saturday, February 21st at Carslake Community Center for a community-based Youth Programs Extravaganza designed to help local families learn about the wide range of youth programs and organizations available throughout Bordentown.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet representatives from local groups, explore activities and resources, and discover new opportunities for children and teens in our community.
Both Bordentown City and Bordentown Township are proud sponsors of this event, reflecting our shared commitment to supporting local families and investing in our youth.
Be sure to stop by, connect, and see all that Bordentown has to offer — we look forward to seeing you there! 🌟
Today we honor all the presidents who have served our country and shaped the nation we live in today. It’s a time to reflect on their leadership, achievements, and dedication, while also appreciating the role each of us plays in our community and democracy.
Take a moment today to learn, reflect, and celebrate the history and values that bring us together! 📜✍️ 🕰️ 🏛️
Take a moment today to learn, reflect, and celebrate the history and values that bring us together! 📜✍️ 🕰️ 🏛️
This Valentine’s Day, show some love to our community by enjoying a meal at one of our wonderful downtown restaurants! Whether it’s date night or a night out with friends, keep it local and spread the love! ❤️🍽️✨
📢 City Hall Closure – Presidents Day
City Hall will be closed Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
🚫 There will be NO trash collection on Monday.
City Hall will be closed Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
🚫 There will be NO trash collection on Monday.
🚧 NO PARKING NOTICE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 🚧
Please be advised that no parking will be permitted on Park Street between Third Street and Prince Street tomorrow, Friday, February 13th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
This temporary restriction will allow our Public Works crew to safely clear the large mounds of snow in the area. ❄️🚜
Thank you in advance for your cooperation as our team works to improve roadway safety for everyone!
Please be advised that no parking will be permitted on Park Street between Third Street and Prince Street tomorrow, Friday, February 13th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
This temporary restriction will allow our Public Works crew to safely clear the large mounds of snow in the area. ❄️🚜
Thank you in advance for your cooperation as our team works to improve roadway safety for everyone!
📢 Opportunity for Interested Organizations and Partners
Bordentown City is seeking ideas and proposals for the use of the Municipal Complex Gymnasium at 101 E Park Street.
We have issued a Request for Information inviting organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and community partners to share how they might use this important space for recreation, arts, education, culture, or other public benefit.
Based on community feedback, the submission date has been adjusted to allow more time for interested groups to respond.
Responses do not need to be lengthy or formal, and applicants of all types and sizes are encouraged to participate.
📅 New Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm
For full details and to view the RFI, please visit the City website.
Questions or interested in a tour? Contact Brittney Chenosky at bchenosky@cityofbordentownpd.com.
We look forward to hearing your ideas and imagining the future of this space together!
Bordentown City is seeking ideas and proposals for the use of the Municipal Complex Gymnasium at 101 E Park Street.
We have issued a Request for Information inviting organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and community partners to share how they might use this important space for recreation, arts, education, culture, or other public benefit.
Based on community feedback, the submission date has been adjusted to allow more time for interested groups to respond.
Responses do not need to be lengthy or formal, and applicants of all types and sizes are encouraged to participate.
📅 New Deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm
For full details and to view the RFI, please visit the City website.
Questions or interested in a tour? Contact Brittney Chenosky at bchenosky@cityofbordentownpd.com.
We look forward to hearing your ideas and imagining the future of this space together!
🏛️ Municipal offices will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 12th, in observance of Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday.
💡 Did you know? Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address in just about two minutes, yet it became one of the most famous speeches in U.S. history.
Snow Removal Update ❄️🚗🚧
Due to staffing shortages, the parking restrictions and snow removal scheduled for W Burlington Street and Prince Street between W Burlington and Chestnut are cancelled for today. The work has been rescheduled for Monday, February 9th.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience!
Due to staffing shortages, the parking restrictions and snow removal scheduled for W Burlington Street and Prince Street between W Burlington and Chestnut are cancelled for today. The work has been rescheduled for Monday, February 9th.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience!
February is Black History Month — a time to honor and celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans throughout history and today. We recognize the impact Black leaders, innovators, artists, and everyday community members have made in shaping our nation.
Let’s take this month to learn, reflect, and celebrate together! 📚✨
Let’s take this month to learn, reflect, and celebrate together! 📚✨
UPDATES: Snow-Related Parking & Trash Collection (as of 2/2/26)
Bordentown City Public Works is continuing to plow various streets throughout the city to help improve parking and accessibility.
In order to free up staff to accommodate this operation, there will be NO residential trash collection on both Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3. However, trash will be collected throughout the Farnsworth Ave business district on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets during the posted dates/times in order to enable plows to free up as much space as possible:
Tuesday, Feb. 3 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- E. Burlington St
- Spring St
- 500 block of Willow St
Wednesday, Feb. 4 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Elizabeth St
- Crosswicks St from Farnsworth Ave to Lafayette St
Thursday, Feb 5 - no parking from 9am to 4pm:
- Church St.
- Oliver St. between Federal and Union
Friday, Feb 6 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- W. Burlington St
- Prince St between Burlington St & Chestnut St
Only school and NJT buses will be permitted passage on these routes while plowing is underway.
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and may announce additional updates as needed.
**Please help spread the word by sharing this with friends and neighbors and on your social media feeds.**
Bordentown City Public Works is continuing to plow various streets throughout the city to help improve parking and accessibility.
In order to free up staff to accommodate this operation, there will be NO residential trash collection on both Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3. However, trash will be collected throughout the Farnsworth Ave business district on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets during the posted dates/times in order to enable plows to free up as much space as possible:
Tuesday, Feb. 3 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- E. Burlington St
- Spring St
- 500 block of Willow St
Wednesday, Feb. 4 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Elizabeth St
- Crosswicks St from Farnsworth Ave to Lafayette St
Thursday, Feb 5 - no parking from 9am to 4pm:
- Church St.
- Oliver St. between Federal and Union
Friday, Feb 6 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- W. Burlington St
- Prince St between Burlington St & Chestnut St
Only school and NJT buses will be permitted passage on these routes while plowing is underway.
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and may announce additional updates as needed.
**Please help spread the word by sharing this with friends and neighbors and on your social media feeds.**
📢 Planning Board Meeting Cancelled
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for tonight, Monday, February 2nd at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience!
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for tonight, Monday, February 2nd at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Water Main Break Notice – Yorktown Road 🚧🚱
The Water Department is currently on scene addressing a water main break on Yorktown Road between Georgetown Road and Germantown Road.
Residents on Yorktown Road between Georgetown Road and Germantown Road will experience a temporary water outage until repairs are completed.
We appreciate everyone’s patience as our Water Department works quickly to resolve the issue!
The Water Department is currently on scene addressing a water main break on Yorktown Road between Georgetown Road and Germantown Road.
Residents on Yorktown Road between Georgetown Road and Germantown Road will experience a temporary water outage until repairs are completed.
We appreciate everyone’s patience as our Water Department works quickly to resolve the issue!
UPDATED CHANGES: Snow-Related Parking & Trash Collection (week of 2/2)
Over the course of the next week, Bordentown City Public Works will continue to plow various streets throughout the city to help improve parking and accessibility.
In order to free up staff to accommodate this operation, there will be NO residential trash collection on both Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3. However, trash will be collected throughout the Farnsworth Ave business district on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets during the posted dates/times in order to enable plows to free up as much space as possible:
Monday, Feb. 2 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Second St between Park St & Crosswicks St
- Farnsworth Ave between Park St & Burlington St
- Walnut between Farnsworth Ave & Prince St
- West St
Tuesday, Feb. 3 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- E. Burlington St
- Spring St
- 500 block of Willow St
Wednesday, Feb. 4 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Elizabeth St
- Crosswicks St from Second St to Lafayette St
Thursday, Feb 5 - no parking from 9am to 4pm:
- Church St.
- Oliver St. between Federal and Union
Only school and NJT buses will be permitted passage on these routes while plowing is underway.
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and may announce additional updates as needed.
**Please help spread the word by sharing this with friends and neighbors and on your social media feeds.**
SNOW-RELATED UPDATES ON PARKING/TRASH COLLECTION
Over the course of the next week, Bordentown City Public Works will continue to plow various streets throughout the city to help improve parking and accessibility. In order to free up staff to accommodate this operation, there will be NO residential trash collection next week on both Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3. However, trash will be collected throughout the Farnsworth Ave business district on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets during the posted dates/times in order to enable plows to free up as much space as possible:
Friday, Jan. 30 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Prince St between Walnut St and W Burlington St
- Willow St (400 block) between W Burlington St and W Union St
Saturday, Jan. 31 - no parking from 9 am to 3 pm:
- West St
Monday, Feb. 2 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Second St between Park St & Crosswicks St
- Farnsworth Ave between Park St & Burlington St
Tuesday, Feb. 3 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- E. Burlington St
- Spring St
- 500 block of Willow St
Wednesday, Feb. 4 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Elizabeth St
- Crosswicks St from Second St to Lafayette St
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and may announce additional updates as needed.
**Please help spread the word by sharing this with friends and neighbors and on your social media feeds.**
Over the course of the next week, Bordentown City Public Works will continue to plow various streets throughout the city to help improve parking and accessibility. In order to free up staff to accommodate this operation, there will be NO residential trash collection next week on both Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3. However, trash will be collected throughout the Farnsworth Ave business district on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets during the posted dates/times in order to enable plows to free up as much space as possible:
Friday, Jan. 30 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Prince St between Walnut St and W Burlington St
- Willow St (400 block) between W Burlington St and W Union St
Saturday, Jan. 31 - no parking from 9 am to 3 pm:
- West St
Monday, Feb. 2 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Second St between Park St & Crosswicks St
- Farnsworth Ave between Park St & Burlington St
Tuesday, Feb. 3 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- E. Burlington St
- Spring St
- 500 block of Willow St
Wednesday, Feb. 4 - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm:
- Elizabeth St
- Crosswicks St from Second St to Lafayette St
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and may announce additional updates as needed.
**Please help spread the word by sharing this with friends and neighbors and on your social media feeds.**
ADVISORY: NO PARKING WHILE SNOW PLOWING CONTINUES
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets this week as Bordentown City Public Works continues plowing to help improve parking and accessibility throughout the city:
Thursday, Jan. 29:
- Thompson St - no parking from 9am to 4pm
Friday, Jan. 30:
- Prince St between Walnut and W Burlington Streets - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm
- Willow St (400 block) between W Burlington and W Union Streets - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and announce additional no parking notices as needed.
Residents are asked to refrain from parking on the following streets this week as Bordentown City Public Works continues plowing to help improve parking and accessibility throughout the city:
Thursday, Jan. 29:
- Thompson St - no parking from 9am to 4pm
Friday, Jan. 30:
- Prince St between Walnut and W Burlington Streets - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm
- Willow St (400 block) between W Burlington and W Union Streets - no parking from 9 am to 4 pm
Public Works will continue to assess snow plowing needs throughout the city and announce additional no parking notices as needed.
👉 🚰 Water Main Breaks Update 🚰
The water main breaks in the Township—two on Van Drive and one on Route 206—have now been repaired, and water service has been restored.
If anyone in the affected areas experiences water discoloration, please run your taps until the water runs clear.
A big thank you to our Water Department crew for their fast, efficient work, and thank you to our residents for your patience and understanding during these repairs!
🚰 Water Main Update – Route 206 🚰
The water main break on Route 206 (Dunns Mill Area) has been repaired and water service has been restored.
Residents who experience any discolored water are advised to run their taps until the water runs clear.
We thank everyone for their patience during this repair.
The water main break on Route 206 (Dunns Mill Area) has been repaired and water service has been restored.
Residents who experience any discolored water are advised to run their taps until the water runs clear.
We thank everyone for their patience during this repair.
There are two water main breaks located in the Township on Van Drive and Route 206 in the Dunns Mill area.
Residents and businesses in the affected areas will experience a temporary loss of water service while repairs are underway.
💧Our Water Department crew is working diligently to make the necessary repairs and restore service as quickly and safely as possible.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time!
🐾 Dog Licensing Reminder – Bordentown City Residents 🐾
Bordentown City reminds all dog owners that dog licenses must be submitted by January 31 to avoid a late fee.
Licensing your dog is not only required by law, but it is also important for public health and safety. A current license helps ensure pets are properly vaccinated, assists in reuniting lost dogs with their owners, and supports local animal control services.
📌 Important Reminder:
Per New Jersey State regulations, rabies vaccinations that expire during the licensing year cannot be accepted for licensing.
📝 How to Apply:
Dog license applications are available on the City’s website at www.cityofbordentown.com under Applications & Forms. Applications are also available in person at City Hall.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping Bordentown City a safe and responsible community for everyone!
Bordentown City reminds all dog owners that dog licenses must be submitted by January 31 to avoid a late fee.
Licensing your dog is not only required by law, but it is also important for public health and safety. A current license helps ensure pets are properly vaccinated, assists in reuniting lost dogs with their owners, and supports local animal control services.
📌 Important Reminder:
Per New Jersey State regulations, rabies vaccinations that expire during the licensing year cannot be accepted for licensing.
📝 How to Apply:
Dog license applications are available on the City’s website at www.cityofbordentown.com under Applications & Forms. Applications are also available in person at City Hall.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping Bordentown City a safe and responsible community for everyone!
Municipal offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 🤝
Please note that there will be no trash collection on this day.
Please note that there will be no trash collection on this day.