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ROADWORK ALERT: Sullivan Way Resurfacing Begins May 27

As part of the 2025 Mercer County Road Resurfacing Project, Sullivan Way (CR 579) in Ewing Township will be resurfaced from Lower Ferry Road to Railroad Avenue, starting Tuesday, May 27, 2025. (The project was previously set to begin on May 21.)

• Work Hours: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday)
• Duration: Approximately 10 business days
• Location: Sullivan Way, from Lower Ferry Rd to Railroad/Decou Ave
• Traffic Impact: A full road closure will be in effect during work hours. A posted detour will reroute drivers using West Upper Ferry Road, Parkway Avenue, and Lower Ferry Road. Please follow all posted signs and expect minor delays.

Detour Maps:

• Southbound Detour: View Map

• Northbound Detour: View Map

We appreciate your patience as Mercer County and Ewing Township continue infrastructure improvements. 

Honoring Our Own: Memorial Brick Laying Ceremony

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Ewing Township Police Department, led by Chief Albert Rhodes, held its Memorial Brick Laying Ceremony at the Ewing Police Officers Memorial, paying tribute to dearly departed members of the department from the past two years. The solemn and moving event honored the memory of Sergeant Charles Cruser #39, Officer Dan Houghton #55, and Detective Sergeant Richard Hunt #47, whose bricks were added to the memorial in recognition of their service and sacrifice.

In a special moment, a plaque was also posthumously presented to the family of Dispatcher Laura Strouse, commemorating her 25 years of dedicated service to the department and the Ewing community.

Following the ceremony, an open house was held at the police department, where friends, family, and fellow officers gathered to share memories and celebrate the legacy of those we have lost.

Ewing Mayor Bert H. Steinmann and the Council extend their deepest gratitude to all who joined to honor these remarkable individuals and thank Chief Rhodes and the department for their thoughtful coordination of this meaningful tribute.

Vendors Wanted! 

🌸 Ewing Blooms: A Call for Your Spring Photos! 🌸

Spring is blooming across town, and we’d love to feature your best shots! Ewing Township is collecting resident-submitted photos of local flora and fauna to showcase on the Township website. Submit your high-resolution JPEG images (no HEIC, please) by Monday, July 7 to contactus@ewingnj.org.  Submission guidelines: • Email photos to: contactus@ewingnj.org • Send high-resolution JPEGs (no HEIC files, please) • Include your name and where in Ewing the photo was taken • Deadline: Monday, July 7 Show us how Ewing blooms through your eyes — we can’t wait to share the beauty!

Free Rabies Clinic June 9!

Please note that the date for the first rabies clinic in June has been changed to Monday, June 9. This replaces the previously announced June 6 date. 

Check your eligibility for NJ Property Tax Deduction

Do you know about New Jersey's Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons Property Tax Deduction in New Jersey? The program offers an annual property tax deduction of up to $250 for homeowners aged 65 or older or individuals with disabilities, provided they meet specific income and residency requirements. The income threshold is $10,000, but applicants may exclude one category—either federal Social Security benefits, federal pensions, or other Social Security payments—from the income calculation. 

Senior Citizens, Disabled Persons: Annual deduction of up to $250 from property taxes for homeowners aged 65 or older or disabled who meet certain income and residency requirements. Income requirement – anticipated income for the tax year for which deduction is claimed will not exceed $10,000 after excluding ONE of the categories: The Federal Social Security Act, or Federal Pension, or Social Security Benefits.

To receive forms please visit Assessor’s Office or those can be mailed to you upon request. If you have any questions, Assessor’s Office can be contacted at 609-883-2900 x. 7661

ROADWAY DESIGN PROPOSALS

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ENVIRONMENT & STEWARDSHIP

RECREATION HAPPENINGS!

New program registration system 

Online registration for Ewing Recreation programs and activities is now available through the CivicPlus Recreation Management program. CivicPlus replaces Community Pass. 

Register now for Summer Camp!

Registration Deadline is June 1. After that date, there is a $25 late charge.

The Ewing Recreation Summer Camp will run from June 30 to Aug. 22 for children in grades 1–5. Camp is held at the Ewing Senior and Community Center (ESCC), with Fisher Middle School serving as a rain location. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Early care is available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and after care runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

The Teen Travel Camp, for grades 6–8, also runs from June 30 to Aug. 15. It features four travel days per week, with one day spent in Ewing. Participants may join the day camp during weeks Teen Travel is not offered. Online registration is required at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Moody Park Summer Basketball League Registration is open for boys in grades 3–9. The deadline to register is May 21. Tryouts are May 22 at 6 p.m. at Moody Park. In the event of rain, tryouts will be at Ewing High School. The season begins Monday, June 2. For more information, visit moodyparkbb.com. Register at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Community Pools The Ewing Community Pool system features two facilities open to seasonal members and daily patrons.

• Hollowbrook Pool (320 Hollowbrook Drive) will open on weekends and Memorial Day starting Saturday, May 24. On Saturdays, it is available for private events from 1 to 5 p.m., and open to the public from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday hours are noon to 8 p.m. To schedule an event, email Raquel at rince@ewingnj.org.
• ESCC Pool will also open weekends and Memorial Day beginning Saturday, May 25. Both pools will open full-time starting Monday, June 17, operating from noon to 8 p.m.

Swim Lessons begin with evaluations on Saturday, June 14. Space is limited. Senior Swim and Senior Water Aerobics begin Monday, June 16. Seniors should register at the Senior Office. Register online at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

Shelly Dearden one-week Basketball Camp Held at Ewing High School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., this camp is open to students in grades 4–8. Directed by Coach Shelly Dearden, the program includes individual skill work, drills, games, competitions, guest speakers, daily prizes, and an end-of-camp championship. Cost is $95 and includes a T-shirt and more. Register online at ewingnj.org/RecRegistration.

For more information on these or other programs, contact the Ewing Recreation Office at (609) 883-1776 or visit https://www.ewingnj.org/departments/community-affairs

Beginning May 2, 2025, the office will be at its seasonal location in the trailer at the ESCC, 999 Lower Ferry Road. Hours are  Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Book your space at Hollowbrook

Need a space for your gathering? Call Hollowbrook at 883-1199 for room rentals. For other program info, visit ewingnj.org/departments/community-affairs or call 609-883-1776. 

LIBRARY PROGRAMS

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

10th Annual Hooked On Fishing – Not On Drugs Youth Fishing Challenge

Looking for a great way for you, your family, or your company to give back to the community? Mercer Street Friends has volunteer opportunities in all aspects of our organization: food, family, and education! Visit our website to learn more about the work our volunteers do: https://bit.ly/3WzMxTv

PUBLIC MEETINGS

• May 27, Board of Health, 6 p.m., Town Council, 6:30 p.m.
• May 28, Green Team, 7 p.m., Historic Preservation, 7:30 p.m.
• June 2, Cannabis Advisory Board, 3 p.m.

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Your 2025 Ewing Township elected leaders, far right, Mayor Bert H. Steinmann, fourth from left, Council President Jennifer Keyes-Maloney; and from left, Vice President David Schroth, Councilwoman Kathy Wollert, Councilman Kevin Baxter and Councilwoman Sarah Steward.