Messages and Updates from the Township Offices


NOTICE - TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS 
We anticipate having the new property tax bills mailed out by August 19, 2010.  Please note that the grace period will be extended until September 13, 2010.

Also, please note that applications for Direct Debit for Sewer Bills and Property Taxes are now available on the website.
 
Caryn Hoyer, Tax Collector/Treasurer

Milling and re-surfacing of Old York Rd. between Bordentown-Georgetown Rd. and Chesterfield-Crosswicks Rd. will begin  on or about August 12, 2010.  Work hours are scheduled between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM daily.

NOTICE - TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS 
The delivery of the new paper recycling carts is complete.  All residents should begin using the paper carts for curbside recycling of paper and cardboard.  Please follow the instructions that were delivered with the cart or read these instructions here.  
 If you have not received a paper cart, please contact the Township Clerk’s office

Message from the Code Enforcement Officer:  Satellite Dishes in the PVD zone are not permitted in the front yard.  This is an Ordinance Violation.


TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE STATES: No person who owns or shall have the custody of any dog shall permit the same to run at large in any public street or in any public place or upon property other than that of its owner.

All dogs in the recreation areas throughout the Township are required to be leashed.  Failure to leash your dog and / or clean up after your dog will subject you to the penalties prescribed by Township Ordinance.

 

Home Safety Inspections - Police Department

 In its continuing efforts to provide its residents with quality police services, the Chesterfield Township Police Department is pleased to announce that the department offers free home safety inspections for its residents.  For more information, click here.


Important Message from the Township:

 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHESTERFIELD TOWNSHIP CODE, “WHENEVER SNOW HAS FALLEN AND THE ACCUMULATION IS SUCH THAT IT COVERS THE STREET OR HIGHWAY, NO VEHICLE SHALL BE PARKED ON EITHER SIDE OF ANY MUNICIPAL ROAD OR STREET WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP OF CHESTERFIELD.  THIS PARKING PROHIBITION SHALL REMAIN IN EFFECT AFTER THE SNOW HAS CEASED UNTIL THE STREETS HAVE BEEN PLOWED SUFFICIENTLY AND TO THE EXTENT THAT PARKING WILL NOT INTERFERE WITH THE NORMAL FLOW OF TRAFFIC.” 
 
 Anyone violating this provision is subject to a summons and possible fine of up to $50.00 for each offense.  It is imperative for the safety and welfare of all residents that vehicles are removed from the street in order to allow the removal of snow and hazardous conditions.  Your cooperation is expected and appreciated.                    

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