The Bordentown City Public Works crew continues working hard to remove snow and clear intersections throughout town. We are incredibly grateful for their long hours and dedication to keeping our community safe.
🚧 Friendly Reminder:
On Wednesday, February 25th, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, there will be no parking on:
• Prince Street (between Park Street and Burlington Street)
• Thompson Street
Thank you for working with us to help keep our little city safe and accessible for everyone!
To assist our Public Works crew with snow removal, please note the following temporary parking restrictions:
❄️ Tuesday, February 24th
No Parking on:
• Farnsworth Avenue (between Park Street and East Union Street)
• Mary Street
❄️ Wednesday, February 25th
No Parking on:
• Prince Street (between Park Street and Burlington Street)
• Thompson Street
⏰ Restrictions are in effect from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day.
🚛 Trash Collection Update:
Trash collection has been cancelled for Tuesday, February 24th to ensure plows can continue snow removal operations safely and efficiently.
♻️ Recycling Collection:
Recycling will still be collected on Tuesday, February 24th.
Please do not place recycling bins in the street before 6:00 AM Tuesday morning so plows can continue clearing roadways.
Please help us spread the word to your neighbors and friends, especially those who may not be on social media.
We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as we work to keep our streets safe and clear! ❄️
SNOW RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The City is currently making all the necessary preparations to ensure roads and sidewalks are passable in light of the pending blizzard and the Governor's declared state of emergency. Please be aware of the following over the next few days and work together to help us make sure the city keeps moving:
- Bordentown City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has also declared a local state of emergency and urges residents to limit non-essential travel, monitor official City communications, and comply with all lawful directives issued pursuant to this emergency in order to protect public safety and facilitate emergency operations.
- NO parking restrictions have been posted along both sides of Farnsworth Ave, from Park St to Burlington St, and will remain in effect while the road is snow covered until Public Works is able to sufficiently clear the street. Additional parking restrictions along other streets may be announced in the coming days so please check back for updates.
- There will be no trash collection on both Monday AND Tuesday to free up resources to focus on snow removal.
- There will be NO recycling collection on Monday. The county has rescheduled recycling collection for Tuesday, Feb. 24. Please do NOT put receptacles at the curb before 6 am on Tuesday to allow for plows to continue working. Please help spread the word by SHARING with friends and neighbors.
- City offices will be closed on Monday.
- Reminder: Public-facing sidewalks are required to be cleared of snow and ice within 24 hours of snowfall ending. City ordinance prohibits snow and ice from being deposited in city streets. If you are a tenant, and unsure if the snow is your responsibility, please consult your landlord or your lease. The city reserves the right to clear any sidewalks that have not been cleared within the requisite amount of time and pose a public safety hazard and may charge the property owner for related costs.
Want to STAY INFORMED? Text your zip code - 08505 - to 888777 to opt-in to Bordentown City's Nixle emergency messaging system and receive future text alerts about relevant public safety information from Bordentown City Police.
We thank everyone in advance for working together to keep the city safe and walkable for everyone. Please stay safe and warm!
With significant snow expected Sunday and Monday, the City is taking the following steps to keep roads safe and support snow removal.
🚗 No Parking – Farnsworth Avenue
No parking on Farnsworth Avenue between Park Street and Burlington Street while roads are snow covered. Keeping this busy stretch clear helps plows and emergency vehicles move through safely.
🗑️ Trash Collection Cancelled
Trash pickup is cancelled Monday, February 23rd and Tuesday, February 24th so Public Works crews can focus on snow removal during and immediately after the storm.
🏛️ City Hall Closed
City Hall will be closed Monday, February 23rd.
Thank you so much for your patience and cooperation. Please limit travel and stay safe.
The City of Bordentown has updated its public event application process.
We love seeing our community come together for events — whether it’s festivals, fundraisers, educational programs, or neighborhood gatherings. These events bring energy to our City and create meaningful experiences for our residents!
If you are planning to hold a public event within the City, a completed event application must now be submitted at least 30 days prior to the scheduled event date. Applications are required to be reviewed and approved at a monthly Commission meeting.
Event application forms can be found on the City’s website at:
🌐 www.cityofbordentown.com (Located under Applications & Forms)
Submitting early helps ensure your event can be placed on the appropriate meeting agenda — and we can’t wait to see what you’re planning next!
🌍 Earth Talk: Camden & Amboy Railroad Heritage Park 🚂
Join the Bordentown City Environmental Commission on Wednesday, February 25th, 7–8 PM at Carslake Community Center to learn about the Camden & Amboy Railroad Heritage Park and Bordentown’s role in early American railroads.
Hear from Pierre Lacombe of the Bordentown Historical Society about the 200th anniversary of the John Bull steam locomotive and what historic railroad features remain today.
📍 Carslake Community Center | 🗓 Feb 25 | 7–8 PM
Celebrate history, heritage, and our city! 🌿
This is a great opportunity for someone with administrative and/or finance experience who prioritizes quality of life - ditch the commute, work in a historic setting, and gain fulfilment through public service by helping us build a more responsive government!
Check out the link for more details! https://www.cityofbordentown.com/article/2702769
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! 🌟
Take a moment today to learn, reflect, and celebrate the history and values that bring us together! 📜✍️ 🕰️ 🏛️
City Hall will be closed Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
🚫 There will be NO trash collection on Monday.
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!
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.
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!
Let’s take this month to learn, reflect, and celebrate together! 📚✨
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.**
The Planning Board meeting scheduled for tonight, Monday, February 2nd at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience!
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.**
