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Hazardous Waste Day Set The next Hunterdon County
Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held Saturday, November 12th from 9:00AM–1:00PM at the County Complex on Rt. 12 in Flemington. This is your opportunity to get rid of unwanted household
cleaners, solvents, chemicals, and other toxic or hazardous materials, in an environmentally sound way. For a complete
list of items accepted, see the Hunterdon County Division of Solid Waste and Recycling site,
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Community Well Water Testing
The Tewksbury Township Environmental Commission is holding
its annual water testing program in October. Water testing kits are on sale now, at the Township office. Dates for return of water samples will be on Wednesday October 12th, or Thursday October 13th, from 7:00–8:30AM.
Cost for the BASIC TEST, which includes Total Coliform with Fecal Confirmation, and Nitrates,
is $50.
Additional tests available include:
• Iron: $15
• Manganese: $15
• Volatile
Organic Scan (VOS): $90
• Pesticides: $130
• Arsenic: $35
• Lead: $25
• Radon: $75
• Gross Alpha: $75
A description of each test is available at the Township Office (or on line, at www.SBWA.org).
The Environmental Commission is continuing its longitudinal study on the health of our drinking water, and hopes you will
mark off your willingness to share your results with us (data are provided by SBWA if the homeowner signs his or her agreement).
Chris Teasdale, Chairman
Tewksbury Twp. Environmental Commission
Gardener's Helpline
Hunterdon County Rutgers Master Gardener Helpline provides
a service every home gardener can take advantage of throughout the growing season. Garden questions are as inevitable as
weeds, and the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Hunterdon are trained by Rutgers University staff, as well as local horticulturalists,
to answer questions and assist county residents in a variety of ways.
Helpline volunteers cover a myriad of home gardening issues, including providing the materials and information
needed to obtain a proper soil sample for analysis by Rutgers’ labs, soil pH testing, lawn care, and plant-, tree-,
and shrub identification with advice about the right plant for the right place, recommendations on deer-resistant plants,
and disease diagnosis and recommendations for treatment. They can also identify pests, and give recommendations for Integrated
Pest Management techniques.
You can phone the Hotline,
at 788-1339, or e-mail questions. You can also take samples and questions to Building #2, at 6 Gauntt Place, Flemington, from 9:00 AM-12:00PM,
Monday-Friday, and 12:30-3:30PM, Wednesdays.
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Tewksbury's Woodlands
A number of resources are available for people interested
in managing and preserving our woodlands, in Tewksbury. Stop by the Municipal Offices to request these items (or see the
Web links, if available):
The Community Forestry Management Plan, which applies to the Township's public lands, Tewksbury's Master Plan,
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Fall Clean Up Day
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15TH
8:00AM TO 12:00NOON
AT THE MUNICIPAL GARAGE
165 OLD TURNPIKE RD
The Township
of Tewksbury will hold Clean Up Day on October 15th,
from 8:00AM–12:00PM, in the parking lot of the DPW Municipal Garage at 165
Old Turnpike Road. Proof of residency will be required to bring one load of trash to the site. No hazardous
waste, recyclable material, bulk wood or scrap lumber will be accepted. Commercial vehicles will not be accepted.
Examples of items accepted include:
• Appliances with Freon (air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers) may be
brought to Clean Up Day for the rate of $10.00 per appliance. A State certified recycling firm will be on site to accept
the items.
• A separate container will be available for computers and electronics recycling.
• Tires
may be brought to Clean Up Day for a cost of $5.00 per tire.
SENIOR CITIZEN PICKUP
Senior citizens who require
assistance may call the Municipal Clerk (439-0022, ext 727) to schedule a pick up of bulky items. Calls must be
received no later than Friday October 7th.
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Electronics
Recycling Day SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8TH, 2011
9:00AM-1:00PM
RAIN
OR SHINE
ROUTE 12 COUNTY COMPLEX, FLEMINGTON, NJ The Hunterdon County Utilities Authority, Division of Solid Waste and Recycling, will hold a special collection day for electronics waste, in October.
Items Accepted:
Ten (10) Circuit Board-Containing Electronics, including:
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Computers,
• Monitors,
• Speakers,
• Televisions,
• VCR’s,
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DVD & CD Players,
• Fax Machines,
• Stereo Equipment,
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Radios,
• Cellular & Cordless Telephones,
• etc.
Items
not Accepted:
• Refrigerators
• Air Conditioners
• Other Freon
Containing Items
For larger quantities or commercial disposal
of computers, contact:
Newtech Recycling, Inc. 732-564-3110.
URWA and SBWA Merge
New Jersey’s waters will be better protected by the
merger of two highly regarded independent, non-profit watershed associations – Upper Raritan and South Branch.
The news was announced in a ceremony at the New Jersey Water Supply Authority, in Clinton.
“By combining our two organizations, we create the largest watershed organization in New Jersey
and become a powerful voice in advocating for the state’s water supplies,” said Executive Director Cindy Ehrenclou.
Joined by Bill Kibler, Director of Policy and Science for the new association and Henry Patterson, Executive Director of the
New Jersey Water Supply Authority, Ehrenclou made the announcement near the banks of the Spruce Run Reservoir. Kibler
believes, “Joining forces will strengthen our ability to address today’s water quality issues and the enormous
challenge to protect and provide clean drinking water for future generations.” Patterson praised the union of
the watershed groups, saying, “I applaud both organizations, two of the oldest and most venerable watershed associations
in the country, on coming together to more effectively protect the water resources of the Raritan Basin. The Authority
looks forward to a close working relationship with the newly formed Raritan Headwaters Association.”
The mission of the Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA), as the new non-profit
organization will be known, is to protect the natural resources of the headwaters of the Raritan River and the 39 municipalities
that make up the 470-square mile region located in Morris, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. The watershed plays a critical
role in meeting the demands of 1.5 million residential, commercial, agricultural, municipal and manufacturing water users
within the region and beyond. The Raritan Basin is the largest river basin entirely within New Jersey, and part of the
Highlands water supply system, serving more than half the state’s population.
Other environmental groups and funding agencies have reacted favorably to news of this merger.
“We are particularly impressed by the vision of URWA and SBWA to move toward a strategic alliance that will improve
environmental and stewardship efforts, as well as create organizational efficiencies,” commented Chris Daggett, President
and CEO of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. “We also appreciate the investment in supporting the cultural shifts
and relationship building that are key to such alliances.”
Elected
officials from across the region have also endorsed the merger. Congressman Rush Holt, who serves New Jersey’s
12th District in the U.S. House of Representatives observed, “Because natural watersheds
can span thousands of square miles across county and state lines, too often nobody accepts responsibility for protecting their
safety and quality. For decades, the South Branch Watershed Association and the Upper Raritan Watershed Association
have welcomed that responsibility in New Jersey, serving as fierce and effective advocates for conservation. I am pleased
that they are joining forces to fight to protect New Jersey’s water resources in the years to come.”
For the past 18 months, the two associations worked together to conduct
due diligence, review synergies and compatibilities and formulate a plan for consolidation. Raritan Headwaters has a
12-person staff and is headquartered out of Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve in Bedminster with a satellite office in Flemington.
23 volunteers representing a diverse array of backgrounds and professional experience are serving on the Board of Trustees
to guide the new organization.
The merger is enhancing
the administrative efficiency of the two former associations and building on their shared legacies of public education, science-based
advocacy and environmental stewardship. In addition to its 170-acre Fairview Farm preserve, the RHA owns and manages
12 natural areas and holds easements on 33 privately owned lands across the region. It offers a wide range of educational
activities for children and adults, monitors water quality and organizes stream clean-ups, offers a well-testing program and
plays an active role in policy discussions at the state and local level to ensure that sound policies are in place to protect
water and other critical natural resources throughout the region.
For
more information, visit the new RHA web site.
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