Maplewood Weekly Update · 4-22-2025
Township of Maplewood, New Jersey sent this bulletin at 04/23/2025 02:49 PM EDT
Good afternoon, Maplewood! Read on for a roundup of this week's Township news & don't forget to follow us on Instagram & Facebook.
Help us spread the news, Maplewood: this is NOT junk mail. This flier may be arriving via snail mail from New Jersey American Water (NJAW) to your mailbox this week if NJAW is unsure of your pipes. The flier outlines 2 critical next steps that NJAW wants you & your neighbors to take advantage of now so they can expedite their replacing of lead pipes throughout Maplewood in 2025. To read more about this NJAW project, head to our dedicated web page. As outlined in the flier, your to-do list is: 1) Schedule Your Appt. with Montana Construction at 201-232-7624 or 2) Self-identify the material of your service line at www.njamwaterlslr.com/inventory.
Save Energy, Save Money: Explore the PSEG Affordability Guide
Click this link to access the landing page for individual programs: PSEG Affordability Guide Rev 2.2
Bring the whole family down to celebrate Maplewood Township's annual Rahway River Cleanup on Saturday, April 26, from 10 - 1 p.m. Volunteers should bring gloves & footwear for wading in shallow water; and trash bags will be provided. All ages are welcome & there’s plenty to do for those wanting to stay dry too!
Mark your calendars! Maplewood Township is serving up over 200 free saplings on Saturday, April 26 (8-12 pm), but arrive early b/c it is first come, first serve. We’ll have 8 different types of tree species on hand (including Cherry Trees, Maples, Dawn Redwoods & Dogwoods). Pick up in DPW parking lot at 359 Boyden Ave.
Help us spread this unique opportunity to shape a new town committee from the start: The Township is actively looking for residents with disabilities to work on a new All Access Committee, dedicated to advocating for the inclusion of disabled residents at town events, in town programming, and around town (including at our town facilities). Apply here today & email Deputy Mayor Malia Herman at mherman@maplewoodnj.gov with any questions.
We are also seeking dedicated volunteers to serve on the Rent Leveling Board. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to your community by addressing housing-related matters. Apply here today
Everyone loves a good yard day. Well, DPW does anyway. Our town's annual Spring Rake Out begins next month, on Wednesday April 23, 2025. Details about what you can add & how to package them below.
In Maplewood Township, no one is allowed to remove a tree with a caliper of 12 inches or more without obtaining a permit from the DPW, regardless of the tree’s condition. All trees removed must be replaced with the equal number of trees or donate $375 per tree removed to a tree fund. Visit us on our tree removal page at DPW online or visit 359 Boyden Ave. for a copy of the permit application. If you have any questions, please contact 973-762-1175, ext. 2.
Please remember that the use of gas-powered leaf blowers is prohibited in Maplewood, for any purpose: landscapers, tree-cutters, roofers, pest-control entities, residents – everyone.
Lawn Signs - Please note, Lawn signs are permitted only on your property. They are not permitted on the grass strip between the sidewalk and the street. Lawn signs on the grass strip will be picked up and disposed of by our team.
Bulk Garbage - Remember, Bulk garbage items are only permitted at the curb the day before your scheduled bulk pick up time. Bulk garbage pick-up is coordinated through your garbage service. While the Township has two bulk drop-off days per year, the Department of Public Works does not offer pick up of any bulk items at any time. More information about Township bulk drop-off days can be found on our website.
New Procedure Alert! Landscapers and tree-cutting contractors must register their businesses at the Department of Public Works (DPW), 359 Boyden Avenue. Registration and applications related to landscaping and tree permits will no longer be accepted at Town Hall. The DPW is the Department that issues permits for landscaping and tree work in Town, so this should streamline the permit process.
Summer is for swimming pools and will be here before you know it! Remember: any swimming pool deeper than 24”, whether it’s permanent or temporary, requires a permit. Also, make sure you follow the laws about securing your swimming pool to keep everyone safe. More information can be found on the Township zoning page or by contacting the Zoning Officer at 973-762-8120, ext. 5602.
Get moving, get healthy, and have fun at the Maplewood Health Fair on Saturday, May 3! Click here to register for Free Bike Lessons
Catch up with our full Dept. Of Health April Report or head to their dedicated web page for more details.
Motor vehicle crash reports are now available online through the New Jersey State Police Crash Report Request portal: 🔗Access Crash Reports Online. Visit our webpage for additional information.
Maplewood Police & EZ Ride: Learn 2 Ride & Safe Bike Skills
Come join us and paint the Rahway River landscape during Garden State Art Weekend. April 24 – 27 at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center. “Earth & Water”, a solo exhibition by Lauren Rosenthal McManus who combines geospatial data and site-specific pigments to highlight the importance of our freshwater systems. Sign up for the Community Workshops HERE!
Changes ahead! As our interim location closes, we are expanding services at our Hilton Branch. The Interim Adult Services location at 129 Boyden Avenue will close to the public after Friday, May 2. Public computers for adults will not be available at either of our locations the week of April 28. Then, starting Monday, May 5, the Hilton Branch will resume full-service operations for Adults, Teens, and Children. Services will include:
- Access to library materials
- BCCLS holds pickup
- Public computers
- Printing services
- Programs
Stay tuned to our website and signup for the library emails to stay updated as we prepare for the summer opening of our new Maplewood Memorial Library!
COMMUNITY SERVICES - RECREATION & SENIOR PROGRAMMING
In top billing this week, Maplewood Pool Registration has opened! To register for the pool & pay with a credit card, log on at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Membership or call the Maplewood Recreation Department directly at 973-762-8120.
Also, this weekend: On April 26, our beloved town Softball & Baseball Parade will launch from Columbia High School at 9 a.m., eventually landing at Memorial Park North.
To stay up to date on this exciting department's many (many) fun offerings for seniors, kids and adults alike, subscribe to their weekly Community Services Newsletter.
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For more information on Town happenings and events, check out our Township Calendar.
You'll find a running list of our Township's resolutions & ordinances, as well as agendas, minutes, upcoming meetings and more, on our town website.
Have a great day, Maplewood — and see you next week!