Hardyston Township Announces Bear Resistant Garbage Can Program in Partnership with the NJDEP
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IMPORTANT DETAILS REGARDING ELIGIBLE HOUSEHOLDS & PICK-UP DATES
Since the announcement of the NJDEP pilot program for free bear resistance trash cans we have received numerous questions. We are continuing to work through the details and appreciate everyone’s patience. Please see the frequently asked questions below regarding eligibility and the upcoming pick-up dates.
Am I eligible to receive a free bear resistance can? As of today, we are only able to offer the cans to Blue Diamond customers who contract individually with Blue Diamond. Please bring ID with proof of address when you come to pick-up your can.
Residents who receive their pick-up through their Homeowner’s Association (Walden Village, Indian Field, Ridgefield Commons or Crystal Springs) will be not eligible to pick-up cans on Tuesday, 5/14. The Township is working with the property management companies to determine which associations may eligible. Additional information will be provided through your HOA. This is due to the HOA contracts and the size and type of cans utilized.
Residents serviced by other garbage haulers may be eligible in the near future. Please check back regularly for more info at www.hardyston.com.
How large are the bear resistant totes? The totes are 64 gallons and are designed to be used with a garbage truck that collects garbage using the automated arm.
What do you I do if I currently pay for a 96 gallon tote with Blue Diamond? Will I receive a discounted rate for using the smaller 64 gallon tote? No, if you elect to use the smaller bear resistant can, you will not receive a reduced rate or credit. The smaller tote is not mandatory.
What do I do with my old tote once I receive the bear resistant can? Blue Diamond is working with the NJDEP and the Township to create a plan for picking up the old totes. Do not use both totes on garbage day. If you use both totes you will be charged accordingly by Blue Diamond.
Where and when can I pick-up my garbage can? Cans will be available for pick-up on a first come, first served basis for Blue Diamond customers at the Hardyston DPW Garage located at 250 North Church Road, Hardyston on the following dates:
Tuesday, May 14th from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. (non HOA residents only)
Saturday, May 18th from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, May 23rd from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Please call (973) 823-7020 with questions.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
The Hardyston Township Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of radio dispatcher and part-time radio dispatcher.
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Miss Hardyston Pageant
2024 Pageant: This year’s pageant is scheduled for Friday, June 7th at 7:00 pm at the Hardyston Township Municipal Building. Applications are available through May 24, 2024 for the following categories:
Miss Hardyston – ages 17 to 21 – Application
Teen Miss Hardyston – ages 13 to 16 – Application
Jr. Miss Hardyston – ages 8 to 12 – Application
Little Miss Hardyston – ages 4 to 7 – Application
Little Mister Hardyston – ages 4 to 7 – Application
Hardyston Recreation is looking for sponsors and donations for participants and winners for this year’s pageant. If you are interested please contact the Recreation Department at (973) 823-7020 X 9447.
REASSESSMENT UPDATE: 1/29/2024
All property inspections have now been completed by the appraisal company. Inspections can still be arranged for anyone not yet done on the interior. The 2024 tax book is scheduled to close on February 16, 2024, based on an extension granted by the Sussex County Board of Taxation. If more time is needed, a further extension might be requested.
Notification letters are being sent to all ratable property owners by 1/29/2024 showing the new assessment with an estimate of taxes based on the assessment change. A sample letter can be found at the link below. An estimated tax rate will be calculated for this purpose based on the known 2023 tax levy (using the total tax revenue raised from 2023 and dividing it by the new projected ratable base). Property owners will be given an opportunity to discuss the new proposed assessed value with Appraisal Systems before the Tax Book is finalized. Details will be provided in the letter on how to contact Appraisal Systems regarding assessment reviews. Any necessary follow-up inspections will be conducted during the review period thru the middle of February.
After the Tax Book is finalized, the customary Green Postcards will be mailed shortly afterward. These cards will show the new final assessment on the front and include appeal instructions on the back. Anyone seeking to file an appeal of their new assessment will have till May 1st to do so.
Further information about the Reassessment can be found thru Appraisal Systems website at http://www.asinj.com/revaluation.asp?p=current (click the link and navigate to the Hardyston Township page). ASI can also be reached at (201) 493–8530.
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Hardyston relies on two notification systems to help reach residents:
Emergency Notifications & Alerts powered by Smart911
Alerts powered by Hardyston NJ Alerts is the official emergency
notification system used by the Township of Hardyston to communicate
with community residents during emergencies. Sign up now to receive
alerts from the Hardyston via text message, email, and/or voice
message.
- Add your address to receive geo-targeted alerts
- Indicate what types of alerts you want to receive including weather, traffic, emergency, and more.
- Indicate how you want to be notified by text, email, and/or voice message.
Sign up to receive emergency notifications here:
1) https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=hardystonnj – OR –
2) Text Hardyston to 67283 to register
This service is provided by the Township of Hardyston at no cost to the
public; however, message and data rates may apply depending on your
provider and phone services. Please refer to your mobile phone’s service
plan for more information.
Constant Contact is a text and email notification system to receive monthly reminders about important news and events.
You can subscribe to Constant Contact by:
1) Clicking Here to sign up
Join the Poll Worker Team! – Details
Administrative Offices of the Hardyston Municipal Court now located in Franklin Borough – Effective February 1, 2022 the administrative functions of the municipal court will be located at the Franklin Borough Municipal Building as part of a municipal shared services agreement.
All inquiries regarding court matters including tickets, complaints, court appearances etc. should be directed to the Court Administrator in Franklin by calling (973) 827-9280 x108 or emailing:
lmitchener@franklinborough.org or franklincourt@franklinborough.org
Payments should be mailed to:
Municipal Court
Franklin Borough
46 Main Street
Franklin, NJ 07416
Please note that most court appearances are being conducted remotely via Zoom. In the event that you have a case with the Hardyston Court that requires an in-person appearance, your case will be heard at the Hardyston Municipal Building. If you have any questions regarding your court appearance please contact the Court Administrator in Franklin.
Sussex County Senior Times Newsletter– May edition now available
Are you a caregiver? Caregiver Support Groups meet in Newton on the first Friday of the Month and in Hopatcong on the third Tuesday of the month. Caregiver Support Groups helps reduce the negative effects of stress and increase the physical and psychological wellness of individuals. The support groups also provide information about what programs and services are available to the caregiver, how to access these services and provide referrals as necessary. How to Protect Yourself
The Zoom-based Caregiver Support Group meets virtually from 2 – 3 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services.
Division of Senior Services
One Spring Street, Newton, NJ 07860
Phone: (973) 579-0555 ~ Fax: (973) 579-0550
Website: www.sussex.nj.us/seniorservices
Email: seniorservices@sussex.nj.us
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