THE BRIDGEWATER BULLETIN
AswestepintoMarch,Iwanttotakeamomenttocelebratesomeoftheexciting eventsandmilestonesthathavebroughtourcommunitytogetherthispastmonth.
The 2025 Go RED Fashion Show & Health Fest was once again a great success,raisingawarenessforhearthealth while showcasing the strength and resilience of survivors and healthcare heroes. It was an honor to see so many residentscometogetherinsupportofthis importantcause
My two daughters, Emmanuella and Julia,walkedintheshowandIcouldnot be more proud. We are so appreciative for our friends and partners at the BridgewaterCommonsMall.
WealsowelcomednewofficerstotheBridgewaterPoliceDepartment,reinforcing ourcommitmenttosafetyandserviceinourtownship.Theseofficerswillplayavital roleinkeepingourcommunitysafe,andwearegratefulfortheirdedication.
YoumayhavenoticedtheAmerica250Bridgewateremblematthetopofthispage, marking the beginning of our township’s year-long celebration leading up to America’s 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. Stay tuned for upcoming events as we commemoratethissignificantmilestonetogether.Wehaveexitingthingsinstore. Additionally,ourLunarNewYearCelebrationwasawonderfuldisplayofculture, tradition, and art. The performances, activities, and festivities reflected the rich diversitythatmakesBridgewatersuchaspecialplacetolive.
Asalways,Ithankyouforyoursupportandengagement n our community. I look forward to all that we will accomplishtogetherinthemonthsahead
Thankfulforallofyou,
Township Calendar
BridgewaterCommonswasfilledwithstyleandheart onFebruary22astheGoRedFashionShow&Health Fest brought the community together for an afternoon of fashion, wellness, and fun. Mayor MatthewMoenchattendedinsupportofhearthealth awareness.Addingaspecialtouch,histwodaughters walked in the fashion show, joining heart survivors andhealthcareheroesontherunway.Withlivemusic, healthscreenings,andinteractiveactivitiesforallages, theeventwasaresoundingsuccessinpromotingheart healthandcommunityspirit!
We encourage all our residents to take their heart health seriously. Regularly take your blood pressure, eat a heart-healthy diet, engage in exercise, and get enoughsleep. Youonlyhaveoneheart,takecareofit!
MidwaythroughMarch,theBridgewaterYardWasteSitewill switchfromitswinterhourstospringhours.Details:
March1sttoMarch15th:
Monday-Friday7:30am-3:00pm (ClosedSaturdays,Sundays,andholidays)
SpringhoursresumeMonday,March17th:
Monday-Fridayfrom7:30amto3:45pm Saturdays8:00amto1:30pm
(ClosedSundaysandholidays)
On February 1st, Bridgewater celebrated the Chinese Lunar New Year with the Bridgewater Chinese American Association.Thecelebrationentertainedapackedhousewith Chinesedragons,dance,singing,art,music,andcalligraphy.
BridgewaterTownshipisproudtoannouncethepromotionofthefollowingBPDofficers:
LieutenantJamesEdwards
LieutenantStephenZeichner
SergeantJohnKennedy
SergeantVincentStetsko
Onbehalfofallofourresidents,weextendtoallfourofficersoursincerecongratulations,andexpressto them---and all who wear the BPD uniform---our profound gratitude for their devoted service to and ceaselessprotectionofourcommunity.
Senior Center Calendar
Senior Center Bus
Please note that the Senior Bus is currently notinservice.Staytunedforfutureupdates!
Sign up now for our spring and summer programs visit our websiteandclick“CurrentPrograms”fordetails.
TryoutsfortheBridgewaterUnitedSoccerClub(BUSC)Fall2025 and Spring 2026 travel seasons will be held in early May. More informationandtheregistrationlinkwillbesentviaemailinthe upcomingweeks.
Congratulations to this year’s winners of our High School Basketball program! In the 9/10 division the champions were Team 1, captained by Nico M., and the 11/12 division champs were “Team 8” with captain Andrew C. We are already looking forwardtosomemorefriendlycompetitionnextseason!
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Bridgewater Municipal Complex 100 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
908-725-6300 extension 5888
OCR@bridgewaternj.gov
TownshipAdministratorMichaelPappas twpadmin@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5000
DeputyTownshipAdministratorScottStephens sstephens@bridgewaternj.gov908.725.6300x5001
TownshipClerkGraceNjuguna gnjuguna@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5025
TaxAssessorAnthonyDiRado taxassessor@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5125
TaxCollectorBlancaLyons taxcollector@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5143
DirectorofMunicipalServicesThomasGenova tgenova@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5515
ConstructionOfficialJohnTillotson bwtcode@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5565
PublicWorksandSewerUtilitySuperintendent RichardShimp publicworks@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x6000
DirectorofHealth&HumanServices
ChristineMadrid cmadrid@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5045
RecreationSuperintendentRachelBarrett recreation@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5300
SeniorServicesCoordinatorJenniferOsterberg seniors@bridgewaternjgov9087258020
CourtAdministratorJenniPeterson jpeterson@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5404
PoliceChiefJohnMitzak jmitzak@bridgewaterpdcom9087256300x4034
The Bridgewater Township Clerk’s Office offers notaryservicesforresidentsduringregularbusiness hours. Please bring a valid photo ID and ensure all documentsareunsignedbeforeyourvisit.Formore detailsortoconfirmavailability,contacttheClerk’s Officeinadvanceat908-725-6300extension5025.
Council President Howard Norgalis mayor@bridgewaternj.gov
Council Vice President Filipe Pedroso
fpedroso@bridgewaternj.gov
Councilman Tim Ring
tring@bridgewaternj.gov hnorgalis@bridgewaternj.gov
Michael Kirsh
mkirsh@bridgewaternj.gov
Councilman Allen Kurdyla
akurdyla@bridgewaternj.gov
Mayor Matthew C. Moench
Councilman