September 2024 THE BRIDGEWATER BULLETIN
Stay informed, stay engaged.
FromtheMayor:
Hello,Bridgewater!AswecelebrateLaborDay,Iwanttotakeamomentto recognizeandhonorthehardworkanddedicationofourcommunity'sworkers.
From our essential service providers to local business owners, teachers, healthcareworkers,andallthosewho contribute to making our town a wonderful place to live and thrive thank you. Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and we appreciate everything you do to keep our communitystrongandvibrant
eforthestartofanewschoolyear,Iwouldliketo allourstudents,parents,teachers,andschoolstaff.A wopportunitiesforgrowth,learning,andcommunity hat,together,wewillmakethisyearasuccessfuland eryoneinvolved.
ntohighgearforourcommunity,andthecalendar heventsandopportunities.Pleaseconsiderattending eationMasterPlanPublicInputsession-thiswillbe talkaboutyourlocalparksandgreenspacesandhow ewaterimprovetheminthecomingyears.
ofrestandcelebrationwithyourlovedones,andlet's rahead!
Township Calendar
Wewanttogiveahugeshout-outtoCongressman TomKeanforsecuring$4millionforBridgewater's revitalization efforts at Camp Cromwell. We are thrilled for this investment in the future of Bridgewater'srecreationalspaces,andlookforward totransformingCampCromwellintoadestination worthyofouramazingresidentsandfriends.
Congressman Kean presented Bridgewater Mayor Matthew Moench, Council President Tim Ring, andCouncilmanMichaelKirshagiantcheckfor$4 million.Thankyou,Congressman!
ExcitingnewsforBridgewater!Avnos,atechcompanyspecializinginwaterharvesting,has officiallyopeneditsnewfacilityintown,andMayorMatthewMoench,CongressmanTom Kean,andCouncilmanMichaelKirshweretreatedtoanexclusivetour.
They were given an in-depth presentation on Avnos’ groundbreaking work in their Hybrid Direct Air Capture (HDAC) technology, which captures CO₂ from the air while producing water an innovative solution to sustainabilitychallenges. WearesoexcitedforAvnosto be part of the Bridgewater community.Welcome!
Senior Center ACornerstoneofCareandCommunityConnection
Senior Center Calendar
Senior Center Bus
Please note that the Senior Bus is currently notinservice.Staytunedforfutureupdates!
August 21, 2024 was National Senior Citizens Day, and the Bridgewater Senior Center celebratedinstyle.Ahugeshout-outtoJenOstenberg,ourSeniorCenterCoordinator,who plannedandexecutedsuchaphenomenalevent.
RegistrationisnowopenformostofourFall&Winterprograms includingbutnotlimitedtoouralwayspopularbasketballleagues andclinics Therearedeadlinesformostprogramssobesureto checkthemoutsoonathttps://brd.leagueapps.com/camps.
Footballfans(ofbothtypes)shouldcheckouttheSpecialEvents pageofourwebsite!TheNewYorkJetsareofferingthe BridgewaterRecreationcommunityspecialpricingonselectseats forallupcominghomegamesthisseason,andtheRedBullsare excitedtopresentBridgewaterNightonSeptember7 Pleasegoto https://www.bridgewaternj.gov/bridgewater-recreationdepartment-special-events/formoreinformation
PedestrianSafetyTipsfromRideWise
SafetyFirst!Alwayswalkonthelefthandsideoftheroad facingtrafficsoyoucanseethetrafficcomingtowardyou. Lookbothwaysbeforecrossingthestreet.Crossatcorners andintersections.Usemarkedcrosswalkswhereavailable.
When crossing at a light, keep an eye out for drivers making a turn on red Make eye contact with drivers beforecrossingsotheyknowyourintentionstocross. Bevisible!Wearbright,reflectiveclothingwhenwalking, especiallyifitisdarkoutside.
DriverSafetyTipsfromRideWise
Heads Up, Phones Down! Don’t drive distracted, and alwayskeepyoureyesontheroad.
Stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk or at pedestrian beacons.Waituntilpedestrianshavefullycrossedtheroad beforecontinuingtodrive. Followthespeedlimit
Alwayskeepaneyeoutforpedestrianswalkingalongthe roadorwaitingtocross
Slowdown!Moveover.Passwithcareand4feettospare.
Bridgewater Municipal Complex
100 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
908-725-6300
OCR@bridgewaternj.gov
TownshipAdministratorMichaelPappas twpadmin@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5000
DeputyTownshipAdministratorWellsWinegar wwinegar@bridgewaternj.gov908.725.6300x5003
TownshipClerkGraceNjuguna gnjuguna@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5025
TaxAssessorAnthonyDiRado taxassessor@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5125
TaxCollectorDarrowMurdock taxcollector@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5145
DirectorofMunicipalServicesThomasGenova tgenova@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5515
ConstructionOfficialJohnTillotson bwtcode@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5565
Matthew C. Moench
mayor@bridgewaternj.gov
PublicWorksandSewerUtilitySuperintendent RichardShimp publicworks@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x6000
DirectorofHealth&HumanServices
ChristineMadrid cmadrid@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5045
RecreationSuperintendentRachelBarrett recreation@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5300
SeniorServicesCoordinatorJenniferOsterberg seniors@bridgewaternjgov9087258020
CourtAdministratorJenniPeterson jpeterson@bridgewaternjgov9087256300x5404
PoliceChiefJohnMitzak jmitzak@bridgewaterpdcom9087256300x4034
Council President Timothy Ring
tring@bridgewaternj.gov
Council Vice President Howard Norgalis
hnorgalis@bridgewaternj.gov
Councilman Michael Kirsh
mkirsh@bridgewaternj.gov
Councilman Allen Kurdyla
akurdyla@bridgewaternj.gov
Councilman Filipe Pedroso
fpedroso@bridgewaternj.gov
Mayor