Correction:

The Township Committee meetings are scheduled for Monday, however, the public session will be the second Monday of each month. The previous posting had the executive session (which is the first Monday) and the public session reversed. Both meetings start at 7:30pm at Kirby Hall.

January 23, 2012

NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY

The purpose of this notice is to advise Harding Township School faculty, parents and other community members, that on October 20, 2011, the Harding Township Recreation Association returned $101,085.82 to the Harding Township School PTO. This figure resulted from $95,000 of principle contributions/donations raised from 2007-2008 and $6,085.82 from interest garnered from 2007 to 2011. The Harding Township School PTO originally raised these funds from a number of contributors and submitted them to the HTRA specifically for the Athletic Fields Renovation Project. The Athletic Field Renovation Project is no longer a viable project; as a result, the Harding Township School PTO plans to reapportion the Athletic Field Renovation Project funds to alternative projects.

Anyone who donated to the Athletic Fields Renovation Project who objects to the reallocation of the funds has 90 days to submit a letter of objection to the Harding Township PTO President, Nancy Priscu at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or to the Harding Township School, Attn: PTO, 34 Lees Hill Road, New Vernon, NJ 07976.  Objecting individuals will be asked to submit proof of donations/contributions to the Athletic Fields Renovation Project.  After 90 days the Harding Township School PTO will assume all donors support the reallocation of the funds. We will continue to work with all our members and donors to determine the best use for the funds available.

Thank you,

The Harding Township School PTO Board

Three expensive cars were stolen on Hunting Court last night (Jan 6). The keys were left in the cars and they were unlocked. The police are reminding residents to lock their cars and take their keys even if they are parked in your driveway.

The Harding Township Senior Citizens is sponsoring a guest speaker Karen Kurlander from Morris Historical Society to talk about Victorian Christmas.

The event is Thursday January 12th at Church of Christ the King on Blue Mill Rd at 10:30 am. For more information call 973-644-3122.  Everyone is invited.

The Civic Association's Annual Meet the Mayor and public meeting to elect trustees will be held February 7th at Town Hall. The election of the trustees and public meeting will be at 7pm, followed by Meet the Mayor at 7:30pm.

You can do your part to stay safe by following these simple tips:

• While you are out making your holiday purchases, stay alert.
• Park your car in a well-lit area.
• Secure valuables inside your trunk or take them with you.
• When you return to your vehicle, have your keys in hand so that you can quickly unlock the door and get inside.
• Never carry large amounts of money and if you go to an ATM for cash, do so during daytime hours and only in a safe location.

On behalf of the members of the Harding Twp Police Department,  We wish you a safe holiday season and a very happy New Year. Remember, if you plan on celebrating the holidays this season and alcohol will be involved, designate a driver. Stay safe!

Jane Kendall, author/photographer of "Rural Harding:Fleeting Glimpses" will speak and show photos about Harding,including Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Morristown National Historic Park, on Sunday, December 11 at 1:30 pm at the Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center in the Great Swamp NWR, as part of the Second Sundays Series. Refreshments will be served. 32 Pleasant Plains Road, in Harding, entrance off Lee's Hill Road.   Website:friendsofgreatswamp.org"

SectorSite LLC, in conjunction with T-Mobile Northeast, LLC, will conduct a balloon test on Friday, December 9, 2011, at 9:00 A.M., at 501 Tempe Wick Road, Harding Township. (Seventh Day Aventist Church site).

In the event of inclement weather, the test will be held on Monday, December 12, at the same time and place. Notice of cancellation will be sent via email by 4:00 P.M. on December 8 if the test is rescheduled. If you have any questions regarding this project or wish to receive notice of cancellation at another email address, please contact me at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or 609-655-0692 x314.

Many thanks to those of you who sent new pictures for our website.

Credits are as follows:

John Murray- Mist on Mt. Kemble Lake

Lou Lanzerotti- Primrose Brook

Steve Swenson- Silver Lake Dam, Margetts Field Hay, Bayne Park Fountains, Sand Spring Road @ Sand Spring Lane

Robert Conte- Winter in Harding

Judy Malloy- Senior Citizens Luncheon

FROM THE HARDING TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE: A CALL TO SERVE HARDING: The Township Committee welcomes citizens willing to serve on the Boards, Commissions, and Committees that support the governance of Harding.

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