Trash contractor experiencing delays this week (5/23 thru 5/27)

The township was notified by its trash contractor that the trash collection in Moorestown Township may be delayed by one day the week of 5/23. Residents whose trash is not collected on their regularly scheduled day should leave their...

Moorestown received a final Judgment of Compliance and Repose (A Summary)

On Wednesday, April 12 Moorestown received a final Judgment of Compliance and Repose on our Housing Element and Fair Share Plan. This is great news for Moorestown, but affordable housing is a complex topic, and there is a lot of confusion about the plan a...

Township distributing free reusable bags

A local bank provided the township with reusable shopping bags that we will be distributing at no cost for residents needing some. The bags will be located at the Municipal Clerk’s office and up to two bags are available to each person. ...

Volunteers needed for Tree Pruning Project

This year the Moorestown Tree Planting and Preservation Committee, with the help of volunteers, will continue a Tree Pruning Project. Every Thursday morning at 9 a.m. for about an hour (weather permitting from May 19 through September), they go to areas o...

2022 PRIMARY ELECTION INFORMATION

Early Voting Dates, Times and Locations:

Friday, June 3, 2022: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 4, 2022: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sunday, June 5, 2022: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Chesterfield Township Municipal Building, 295 Bordentown-Chesterfield...

Proposed improvements to McElwee, Cox Roads

At the Monday, April 11 Township Council meeting, the township's engineer presented a PowerPoint on the proposed improvements to McElwee and Cox Roads. The presentation can be viewed here. 

Annual affordable housing trust fund monitoring and unit/project monitoring reports

Below are the township’s annual affordable housing trust fund monitoring and unit/project monitoring reports.

As required, these must be posted on the township website for the public’s information.

• Moorestown 2022 Annual Unit Project Mon...

Public Works now accepting e-waste

As part of the township's ongoing "Year of the Environment" efforts, residents are now allowed to drop off any electronic waste (e-waste) at the Public Works Yard. The yard is located at 601 E. Third Street. To learn more about Public W...

Trash Update: Cans over 32 gallons picked up IF can has wheels & handles

Residents should be advised that effective March 1, 2022, the township will see a change to its trash collection procedures. Previously, the township's trash contractor did not pick up receptacles exceeding 32 gallons. Beginning March 1, the contractor wi...

Landlords encouraged to participate in Moorestown's Rental Rehab Program

Moorestown is now seeking interested landlords to participate in the NEW Rental Rehabilitation Program. Owners of rental units can receive up to $15,000 per unit for major code-compliance repairs in exchange for applying a deed restriction to maintain eac...

Moorestown Township declares 2022 "The Year of the Environment in Moorestown"

This January, Mayor Nicole Gillespie announced that Moorestown Township has declared 2022 "The Year of the Environment in Moorestown."

Each quarter, the township will focus on a different environmental theme. In addition, residents will work with...

Affordable Housing Presentation 6-14-2021

Please click the "Presentation link" to view the 6-24-2021 affordable housing presentation.

Keeping our Community Clean

Littering unlawful.

It shall be unlawful for any person to throw, drop, discard or otherwise place litter of any nature upon any public or private property, other than in a litter receptacle.

To view the entire Township Code please click the following link....

Stormwater Control

The purpose of this article is to prohibit illicit connections to the municipal separate storm sewer system(s) operated by the Township of Moorestown, so as to protect public health, safety and welfare, and to prescribe penalties for the failure to comply...

Reminder - Do not Feed the Wildlife

The purpose of this article is to prohibit the feeding of unconfined wildlife in any public park or on any other property owned or operated by the Township of Moorestown, so as to protect public health, safety and welfare, and to prescribe penalties for f...

UPDATE: NJ Tax Relief Programs

NJ Tax Relief Programs

http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/relief.shtml

• Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement Program)  https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/pdf/ptr/19-ptr1.pdf
  • 2021 Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) 

    T...

Sign up to Receive Important Information by Email and Text

To Register go to www.nixle.com and important neighborhood information will be sent to you via email and/or text.  Be alerted to road closures; severe weather up dates, etc.  

Preserving our Environment

SPRING IS COMING!  Let’s Remember to be Environmentally Friendly.  

As spring approaches and residents take steps to care for their lawns, bushes and flowers, please remember to be environmentally friendly.

Here are a few simple ...

3-23-2021 Affordable Housing Fact Sheet

To view the Affordable Housing Fact Sheet, click the "additional Info." link.  

Reminder - Pet Waste Disposal

All pet owners and keepers are required to immediately and properly dispose of their pet's solid waste deposited on any property, public or private, not owned or possessed by that person. 

To view the entire Township code please click the followin...

Reminder: Curfew & Safety Tips - Mischief Night / Halloween

Parents should be aware that Township Code Chapter 60 makes it unlawful for children under 17 to be out after 8:30pm on Mischief Night 10/30/19 and 10pm on Halloween 10/31/19.Consider the safety tips below to ensure a safe Halloween for everyone.

Costume S...

Spotted Lanternfly - See it, Report it!

This damaging insect should be reported when seen.

Parking Meter Instructions

Parking meters will accept coin- nickel (3 minutes), dime (6 minutes), or quarter (15 minutes) or you may use a Visa or Mastercard with a minimum charge of $1.00 for an hour. Operational instructions are posted on the meters.Metered parking is in effect M...

Township Acts in Response to Judge's Order

TOWNSHIP AFFORDABLE HOUSING ATTORNEY FILES PROPOSED 

AFFORDABLE HOUSING CHANGES WITH COURT 

The Township’s plan to comply with its constitutional affordable housing obligations is being litigated.  A Judge gave the Towns...

Tips for Keeping Sewer Lines from Clogging

Tips for Keeping Sewer Lines from Clogging and Saving the Township (and you) Money

To prolong the life of your sewer lines and Moorestown’s sewage treatment system, please be mindful of what you flush and drain.  Doing so will help prevent aggrava...

Moorestown Housing Element Presentation of 3-6-2018

The Township Council March 6, 2018 presentation of the Moorestown Housing Element plan is now available to view on the Township's website.

Moorestown Housing Element Presentation of 2-8-2018

The Township Council February 8, 2018 presentation of the Moorestown Housing Element plan is now available to view on the Township's website.

Water Consultant Report

Exponent Report

CIVIC READY EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SIGN UP

Assistance for Residents with Special Needs

The Moorestown Police Department, Burlington County Sheriff's Department, and the Burlington County Health Department would like to encourage you, or someone on your behalf, to register for any of the following programs.  They are free, ...

Vacation Security Checks

If you are going away on vacation please notify the Police Department by completing the Vacation Security Check online form. Please note, this online system is only monitored during normal business hours.  Any reports that are filed at night, wee...

Support Strawbridge Lake at Annual Race and Festival

The Strawbridge Lake Beautification Committee is hosting its 4th Annual Moorestown Paddle Board/Kayak Race and Family Festival at the corner of Kings Highway and Haines Drive in Moorestown on Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This year’s ev...

Parks & Rec. maintains program refund policy

The Department of Parks and Recreation maintains the following program refund policy:  A participant can receive a refund on a program if the Recreation Department is notified in writing seven (7) days prior to the start of the program. There is ...

Residents asked to be mindful of floating dock lines

The Strawbridge Lake Beautification Committee has installed what are known as “goose lines” around the permanent floating dock at Strawbridge Lake near Kings Highway. The lines will stop geese from creating a mess on the brand new dock...

An Update: Court lights policy

November 15 - March 31:

• The basketball and tennis court lights at Jeff Young Park and Maple Dawson Park will be turned ON from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. on days when outdoor temperatures reach at least 40 degrees at 5 p.m. 
• The lights will NOT be ...

Summer Theatre Program returns for 50th year

Children’s Summer Theatre Camp Our Summer Children's Theatre Camp is back celebrating its 50th year. Co-Director/Music Director Caroline Voyack and Co-Director/Choreographer Seychelle Kulik are thrilled to be back for the Summer of 2022...

Residents reminded to keep Strawbridge Lake clean

The Strawbridge Lake Beautification Committee is asking everyone to please be aware of the dangers of discarding fishing line and other trash or debris at Strawbridge Lake. Recently, resident James Reilley pulled a massive amount of fishing line from an a...

Registration open for All Star Soccer

All Star Soccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community based program that is designed to meet the needs of children and young adults that have physical and/or intellectual disabilities. It is sponsored by the Law Offices of Posternock and Apell,...