🚧 Reminder: Spring Hydrant Flushing Starts Tomorrow🚧
Hydrant flushing is happening April 7th – 9th from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
You may notice temporary water discoloration or lower pressure—this is normal. Running cold water for a few minutes should clear it.
Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain safe and reliable water service!
As spring arrives in Bordentown, we wish all of our residents a day filled with warmth, happiness, and time spent with loved ones. We hope you’re able to enjoy the season and all the beauty our community has to offer! 🌸🌼
Quarterly water bills were mailed out today and are due May 1st. 💧📬
We offer several easy and convenient ways to pay:
💻 Online Payments & Account Access:
Visit www.cityofbordentown.com to pay your bill, view your balance, or sign up for Auto Pay, so your payment is automatically withdrawn on the due date.
🏦 Online Banking (Bill Pay):
You can also pay through your bank’s online bill pay. Just be sure to include your correct account number from your water bill.
🏢 In-Person Payments:
Stop by the office to pay with cash, check, or money order.
⚠️ Please note: We do not accept card payments in the office.
📬 24/7 Drop Box Available:
For your convenience, a secure drop box is available at 101 E Park Street, accessible 24/7 and checked daily.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to call us at 609-298-2121 or 609-298-0604 ext. 1 — we’re happy to help!
We offer several easy and convenient ways to pay:
💻 Online Payments & Account Access:
Visit www.cityofbordentown.com to pay your bill, view your balance, or sign up for Auto Pay, so your payment is automatically withdrawn on the due date.
🏦 Online Banking (Bill Pay):
You can also pay through your bank’s online bill pay. Just be sure to include your correct account number from your water bill.
🏢 In-Person Payments:
Stop by the office to pay with cash, check, or money order.
⚠️ Please note: We do not accept card payments in the office.
📬 24/7 Drop Box Available:
For your convenience, a secure drop box is available at 101 E Park Street, accessible 24/7 and checked daily.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to call us at 609-298-2121 or 609-298-0604 ext. 1 — we’re happy to help!
🌸 Spring into Bordentown City is Back! 🌸
Join us on Saturday, May 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM for the return of Spring into Bordentown City, hosted by the Downtown Bordentown Association (DBA)!
Spend the day strolling through beautiful Bordentown City while enjoying local vendors, culinary showcases, New Jersey wineries and distilleries, live music, and more. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring with great food, drinks, shopping, and community fun.
Bring your friends and family and make a day of it in Bordentown City! 🌷🍷🎶
Join us on Saturday, May 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM for the return of Spring into Bordentown City, hosted by the Downtown Bordentown Association (DBA)!
Spend the day strolling through beautiful Bordentown City while enjoying local vendors, culinary showcases, New Jersey wineries and distilleries, live music, and more. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring with great food, drinks, shopping, and community fun.
Bring your friends and family and make a day of it in Bordentown City! 🌷🍷🎶
📢 Municipal Office Closure & Trash Collection Notice
Municipal Offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday.
🚛 Trash Collection:
Collection will take place in the downtown business district only. There will be no residential trash collection on this day.
Municipal Offices will be closed on Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday.
🚛 Trash Collection:
Collection will take place in the downtown business district only. There will be no residential trash collection on this day.
🌳 Celebrate Arbor Day with Us! 🌳
Join the Bordentown City Shade Committee as we plant trees throughout the city and help keep our community green and beautiful!
Come out, get your hands a little dirty, and make a lasting impact on our community—we’d love to see you there! 🌱
Join the Bordentown City Shade Committee as we plant trees throughout the city and help keep our community green and beautiful!
Come out, get your hands a little dirty, and make a lasting impact on our community—we’d love to see you there! 🌱
The first day of spring is here, and we’re welcoming longer days, warmer weather, and fresh beginnings in our community! 🌞🌱
As everything starts to bloom, it’s a great time to get outside, enjoy our parks, and take pride in keeping our town beautiful.
🌼 Don’t forget: spring is also the perfect time for yard cleanups, recycling, and preparing for upcoming community events!
We’re looking forward to a wonderful season ahead with all of you. Happy Spring! 🌷
As everything starts to bloom, it’s a great time to get outside, enjoy our parks, and take pride in keeping our town beautiful.
🌼 Don’t forget: spring is also the perfect time for yard cleanups, recycling, and preparing for upcoming community events!
We’re looking forward to a wonderful season ahead with all of you. Happy Spring! 🌷
🌌 Earth Talk: Dark Skies Talk & Walk ✨
Join the Bordentown City Environmental Commission on Wednesday, March 25th, 7:15–8:30 PM at Carslake Community Center to explore light pollution and its effects on our health and environment.
Physicist and light expert David Ackerman will give a brief talk on how artificial nighttime lighting has obscured our night sky and what we can do about it. Afterwards, take a guided walk around town to see different types of lighting and learn practical ways to reduce light pollution locally.
📍 Carslake Community Center | 🗓 Mar 25 | 7:15–8:30 PM
Rediscover the night sky! 🌙✨
Join the Bordentown City Environmental Commission on Wednesday, March 25th, 7:15–8:30 PM at Carslake Community Center to explore light pollution and its effects on our health and environment.
Physicist and light expert David Ackerman will give a brief talk on how artificial nighttime lighting has obscured our night sky and what we can do about it. Afterwards, take a guided walk around town to see different types of lighting and learn practical ways to reduce light pollution locally.
📍 Carslake Community Center | 🗓 Mar 25 | 7:15–8:30 PM
Rediscover the night sky! 🌙✨
The City Commission Meeting will be held tonight at 7:00 PM at Old City Hall. This is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your thoughts, and see what’s happening in our community.
We encourage residents to come out, get involved, and be part of the conversation that helps shape our little city! 💬👥
We encourage residents to come out, get involved, and be part of the conversation that helps shape our little city! 💬👥
Spring is in the air — so why not HOP on the Chocolate Trail at the Spring Chocolate Hop! 🌸🍫
Grab your friends for a Ladies Night Out, make it a Date Night, or bring the family and stroll through Downtown Bordentown collecting delicious chocolate treats from your favorite local businesses — with a little help from Willy Wonka himself! 🍭✨
🍬 Chocolate Passport: $10 per person
📅 Friday, March 27
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
☔ Rain or Shine Event
🎟 Get your passport: https://bit.ly/Choc_Passport_Tickets
We “Hop”e to see you there! 🐰🍫
Grab your friends for a Ladies Night Out, make it a Date Night, or bring the family and stroll through Downtown Bordentown collecting delicious chocolate treats from your favorite local businesses — with a little help from Willy Wonka himself! 🍭✨
🍬 Chocolate Passport: $10 per person
📅 Friday, March 27
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
☔ Rain or Shine Event
🎟 Get your passport: https://bit.ly/Choc_Passport_Tickets
We “Hop”e to see you there! 🐰🍫
🍀 Step into Bordentown’s Irish history with a little fun along the way!
Join Bordentown Walking Tours for the Irishtown History Spring Pub Crawl on Saturday, March 21st from 12 PM – 3 PM in Bordentown!
Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Irishtown neighborhood while learning about the area’s Irish roots. The tour includes three stops with drinks and food along the way—making it the perfect mix of local history, great company, and a fun afternoon out.
📍 Bordentown, NJ
🕛 12 PM – 3 PM
🍻 3 stops with drinks & food included
📖 Local Irish history
⚠️ Registration required – www.bordentownwalkingtours.com
Grab some friends and come out for an afternoon of history, laughs, and a little Irish cheer! ☘️🍻
Join Bordentown Walking Tours for the Irishtown History Spring Pub Crawl on Saturday, March 21st from 12 PM – 3 PM in Bordentown!
Enjoy a guided walk through the historic Irishtown neighborhood while learning about the area’s Irish roots. The tour includes three stops with drinks and food along the way—making it the perfect mix of local history, great company, and a fun afternoon out.
📍 Bordentown, NJ
🕛 12 PM – 3 PM
🍻 3 stops with drinks & food included
📖 Local Irish history
⚠️ Registration required – www.bordentownwalkingtours.com
Grab some friends and come out for an afternoon of history, laughs, and a little Irish cheer! ☘️🍻
🍀🌎 Celebrate Bordentown Green Day! 💚
Join us on Saturday, March 14th for the Bordentown Green Day BARC Group Run & Green Tailgate Party, sponsored by the Bordentown City Green Team at Boyd's Pharmacy Parking Lot on Farnsworth Avenue from 12pm - 3pm!
🌳 Tree planting opportunities
♻️ Recycling opportunities
🎯 Games & activities
🎨 Face painting
🚚 Food truck
🎁 Prizes & freebies
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors and help celebrate sustainability while enjoying a great day in Bordentown City!
After Party at Tindall Brewing with live music from 7pm - 10pm! 🎶
Stop by and enjoy a fun and free afternoon with the community! 🌱💚
Join us on Saturday, March 14th for the Bordentown Green Day BARC Group Run & Green Tailgate Party, sponsored by the Bordentown City Green Team at Boyd's Pharmacy Parking Lot on Farnsworth Avenue from 12pm - 3pm!
🌳 Tree planting opportunities
♻️ Recycling opportunities
🎯 Games & activities
🎨 Face painting
🚚 Food truck
🎁 Prizes & freebies
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors and help celebrate sustainability while enjoying a great day in Bordentown City!
After Party at Tindall Brewing with live music from 7pm - 10pm! 🎶
Stop by and enjoy a fun and free afternoon with the community! 🌱💚
📢 Just a friendly reminder!
The City Commission meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, March 16 at 7pm at Old City Hall 🏛️. Residents are always welcome—come stay informed and get involved in shaping our community! 🤝
The City Commission meeting has been rescheduled to Monday, March 16 at 7pm at Old City Hall 🏛️. Residents are always welcome—come stay informed and get involved in shaping our community! 🤝
📢 Friendly Reminder!
The Planning Board will be meeting tonight at Carslake Community Center beginning at 7pm.
Residents are encouraged to attend and stay informed about ongoing and upcoming projects in our community!
The Planning Board will be meeting tonight at Carslake Community Center beginning at 7pm.
Residents are encouraged to attend and stay informed about ongoing and upcoming projects in our community!
Community Engagement Day – Saturday, March 7 | 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Old City Hall: 11 Crosswicks Street
Curious about how you can get more involved in Bordentown City?
Join us this Saturday, March 7th, for Community Engagement Day at Old City Hall! Meet the volunteers who help keep our community running, learn what our boards and committees are working on, and find out how you can be part of it.
Representatives from several committees will be on hand to share what they do, answer questions, and talk about ways to get involved — whether you’re ready to jump in or just want to learn more.
Stop by anytime between 1-4 PM. We hope to see you there! 🏘️🌟
📍 Old City Hall: 11 Crosswicks Street
Curious about how you can get more involved in Bordentown City?
Join us this Saturday, March 7th, for Community Engagement Day at Old City Hall! Meet the volunteers who help keep our community running, learn what our boards and committees are working on, and find out how you can be part of it.
Representatives from several committees will be on hand to share what they do, answer questions, and talk about ways to get involved — whether you’re ready to jump in or just want to learn more.
Stop by anytime between 1-4 PM. We hope to see you there! 🏘️🌟
Monday's Snow Removal Route Cancelled ❄️🚧
With the warmer weather this weekend, Monday’s snow removal route for East & West Church Street and Oliver Street has been cancelled.
Our Public Works team was ahead of schedule on Friday and successfully completed the remaining snow removal routes, ensuring our streets were cleared quickly and efficiently. They worked tirelessly throughout the recent snowstorms, putting in long hours to keep our roads safe for residents. Their dedication and commitment to our community do not go unnoticed — we truly appreciate all they have done!
As the snow continues to melt and temperatures rise today, we hope everyone enjoys the sunshine and a well-deserved break from winter weather. 🌤️
With the warmer weather this weekend, Monday’s snow removal route for East & West Church Street and Oliver Street has been cancelled.
Our Public Works team was ahead of schedule on Friday and successfully completed the remaining snow removal routes, ensuring our streets were cleared quickly and efficiently. They worked tirelessly throughout the recent snowstorms, putting in long hours to keep our roads safe for residents. Their dedication and commitment to our community do not go unnoticed — we truly appreciate all they have done!
As the snow continues to melt and temperatures rise today, we hope everyone enjoys the sunshine and a well-deserved break from winter weather. 🌤️
🎶✨ From Mysticism to Espionage ✨🎶
Join us Sunday, March 1st at 4 PM at Old City Hall (13 Crosswicks Street) for a fascinating (and free!) multimedia presentation on the wild story of Leon Theremin — inventor of the only instrument played without touch.
Led by New Jersey multimedia artist Bill Nobes, this program explores Soviet electronic music, Cold War intrigue, and the unbelievable true story behind the eerie sound featured in classic sci-fi films.
History, music, and espionage — all in one afternoon.
Join us Sunday, March 1st at 4 PM at Old City Hall (13 Crosswicks Street) for a fascinating (and free!) multimedia presentation on the wild story of Leon Theremin — inventor of the only instrument played without touch.
Led by New Jersey multimedia artist Bill Nobes, this program explores Soviet electronic music, Cold War intrigue, and the unbelievable true story behind the eerie sound featured in classic sci-fi films.
History, music, and espionage — all in one afternoon.
Winter is keeping us on our toes, and so are the parking restrictions! ❄️
Changes have been made — please take note:
Today – Wednesday, February 25th:
Thompson Street
Prince Street (between Park Street and Burlington Street)
Walnut Street (between Prince Street & Farnsworth Avenue)
W Burlington Street
Elizabeth Street
Tomorrow – Thursday, February 26th:
West Street
Crosswicks Street (between Farnsworth Avenue & Lafayette Street)
Borden Street
Hopkinson Street
E Burlington Street
Friday, February 27th:
Willow Street (between Walnut Street & W Chestnut Street)
Park Street (between Farnsworth Avenue & Third Street)
Prince Street (between W Burlington Street & W Chestnut Street)
Monday, March 2nd:
Oliver Street (between Federal St & Chestnut Street)
W & E Church Street
Please check our page daily for updates and help spread the word to neighbors and friends. Thanks for your patience while our Public Works crew keeps streets clear and safe! 🙏
Changes have been made — please take note:
Today – Wednesday, February 25th:
Thompson Street
Prince Street (between Park Street and Burlington Street)
Walnut Street (between Prince Street & Farnsworth Avenue)
W Burlington Street
Elizabeth Street
Tomorrow – Thursday, February 26th:
West Street
Crosswicks Street (between Farnsworth Avenue & Lafayette Street)
Borden Street
Hopkinson Street
E Burlington Street
Friday, February 27th:
Willow Street (between Walnut Street & W Chestnut Street)
Park Street (between Farnsworth Avenue & Third Street)
Prince Street (between W Burlington Street & W Chestnut Street)
Monday, March 2nd:
Oliver Street (between Federal St & Chestnut Street)
W & E Church Street
Please check our page daily for updates and help spread the word to neighbors and friends. Thanks for your patience while our Public Works crew keeps streets clear and safe! 🙏
🌿 Railroad Heritage Park Earth Talk – Tonight at 7 PM! 🌿
Looking for a great way to spend your evening? Join us tonight at 7pm at Carslake Community Center for a special Earth Talk hosted by the Bordentown City Environmental Commission.
Pierre LaCombe, Doug Kiovsky, along with many dedicated volunteers and the City’s DPW, have been working tirelessly to bring a new park to life — one that beautifully honors Bordentown’s rich and fascinating railroad history.
Not sure what this is all about? Join us tonight and learn more! ✨
Looking for a great way to spend your evening? Join us tonight at 7pm at Carslake Community Center for a special Earth Talk hosted by the Bordentown City Environmental Commission.
Pierre LaCombe, Doug Kiovsky, along with many dedicated volunteers and the City’s DPW, have been working tirelessly to bring a new park to life — one that beautifully honors Bordentown’s rich and fascinating railroad history.
Not sure what this is all about? Join us tonight and learn more! ✨
🚧 Upcoming Parking Restrictions – Please Take Note! 🚧
To help with street maintenance, please remember the following no parking times:
Wednesday, February 25th | 9 AM – 4 PM
Thompson Street
Prince Street (between Park St & Burlington St)
Walnut Street (between Prince St & Farnsworth Ave) – just added to the schedule!
Thursday, February 26th | 9 AM – 4 PM
West Street
Crosswicks Street (between Farnsworth Ave & Spring St)
Friday, February 27th | 9 AM – 4 PM
Willow Street (between Burlington St & W Union St)
Park Street (between Farnsworth Ave & Third St)
Please help spread the word to neighbors and friends. Moving vehicles will help keep streets safe and clear!
To help with street maintenance, please remember the following no parking times:
Wednesday, February 25th | 9 AM – 4 PM
Thompson Street
Prince Street (between Park St & Burlington St)
Walnut Street (between Prince St & Farnsworth Ave) – just added to the schedule!
Thursday, February 26th | 9 AM – 4 PM
West Street
Crosswicks Street (between Farnsworth Ave & Spring St)
Friday, February 27th | 9 AM – 4 PM
Willow Street (between Burlington St & W Union St)
Park Street (between Farnsworth Ave & Third St)
Please help spread the word to neighbors and friends. Moving vehicles will help keep streets safe and clear!