Latest in Lawrence: Celebrating Maidenhead Meadows & The Weekly News

Lawrence Township Update: October 16, 2025Welcome to the Lawrence Township weekly news roundup, covering major awards, critical deadlines, and a multitude of upcoming fall events!01. Township Achievements & Recognition• Award Winning Lawrence Township (Maidenhead Meadows): Lawrence Township was awarded 1st Place by the New Jersey Society of Municipal Engineers.• The award was given in Category B – Municipal Project/Construction Management of Parks and Recreation Project – In House Engineer, specifically for the Maidenhead Meadows project.• This recognition celebrates the outstanding efforts of the Municipal Engineer and the team responsible for creating the recreational space.02. Civic Duties & Deadlines (Tax Collector, Elections)• Sewer Bill Deadline: All sewer bills were mailed by September 16th. Payments are due in the Tax Collector’s office by October 27th to avoid penalty.    ◦ Contact: Tax Collector (609-844-7041).• Election Board Workers Needed: The Township is seeking Election Board Workers, including bilingual workers, for the upcoming General Election on November 4, 2025.• Upcoming Meetings (Note: Check for changes):    ◦ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee: Thursday, October 16 (6:30 PM).    ◦ Planning Board Meeting: Monday, October 20 (7:00 PM) – CANCELED.    ◦ Township Council Meeting: Tuesday, October 21 (6:30 PM).03. Public Works & Safety Announcements• Leaf Collection Begins: The Public Works Department starts leaf collection on November 3 and will continue through December 31.• The Township assigns one collection crew to each brush zone for approximately eight weeks of collection, allowing residents to expect three collections during this period.• Police Department: Details and registration are available for Operation Blue Angel.04. Recreation & Halloween Events• Trunk or Treat: Hosted by the LTPD, Recreation Department, and LTPS on Thursday, October 23rd.    ◦ Time/Location: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Lawrence High School Parking Lot.    ◦ Attendees are invited to dress in costume, and those setting up a trunk should bring plenty of treats.• Halloween House Decorating Contest: Voting is ongoing via the 'Monster Map'.    ◦ Judging/Voting: Until October 30th.    ◦ Winners Announced: Halloween Day, October 31st.• LHT Trail & Treat: Hosted by the Lawrence Hopewell Trail.    ◦ Date/Time/Location: Sunday, October 26th, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Lawrence Village Park.    ◦ Ages: 2 to 12 years old.• Fall & Winter Programs: The Recreation Department offers a variety of fun and engaging activities for youth and adults.05. Health Department & Licensing• Cat License Period (2025-2026): All cats 7+ months old in Lawrence Township are required by law to be licensed.    ◦ Period Valid: September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026.    ◦ Late Fees: Start November 1st.    ◦ Fees: $11 (spayed/neutered) or $14 (not spayed/neutered).• Free COVID Test Kits: At-home COVID-19 test kits, provided by Mercer County, are available at the Lawrence Health Department while supplies last.06. Ongoing Programs & Volunteer Opportunities• Junior Wrestling: Sign up now for this program, which teaches technique, rules, and skills twice a week.    ◦ Start Date: Beginning November 10th.    ◦ Location/Time: Lawrence Middle School, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays).• Senior Center Activities: View the October Calendar and sign up for programs by calling the Lawrence Senior Center (609-844-7048).• Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities are available through organizations like the Lawrence Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, and the Lawrence Township Community Foundation.