MIDDLE TOWNSHIP ADDS EVEN MORE FOR FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL Middle Township’s Special Events Team announced a 3pm start time for the 2024 Fourth of July Festival and Fireworks to be held at the Goshen Sports Complex, 626 Goshen Road in Cape May Court House. This year’s event will feature additional craft and food vendors, …
2024-04-30 Route 47 daytime lane closures tomorrow in Middle and Lower townships Cape May County
April Employee of the Month – Katrina Born Katrina Born, Technical Assistant to the Construction Official, has been named Middle Township’s April 2024 Employee of the Month. She was honored by the governing body at the April 22nd Township Committee Meeting. “Katrina is a great example of a true team player,” Mayor Chris Leusner said. …
MIDDLE CFO EARNS EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH HONOR Middle Township Chief Financial Officer Neil Young was honored as Employee of the Month for March 2024. Young, who assumed the critical role of CFO in late 2022, was nominated for the award by Deputy CFO/Purchasing Agent Dan Shustack. “Since his start here in Middle Township, Mr. …
MTPD Supports Cops & Hoopers Event Leusner Honored for Gym Buddies Program Volunteers from the Middle Township Department, along with officers from several other local agencies, partnered with No Limits Boxing Academy to host the Cops and Hoopers Event for 3rd -6th graders on March 9th. Academy participants rotated between four stations designed to hone personal, professional and on-court …
Middle Township Mayor Chris Leusner presented a comprehensive overview of the State of Township 2024 to local business leaders on the evening of February 28th. The annual event, sponsored by the Middle Township Chamber of Commerce and held Upstairs at the Bellevue Tavern, featured a forty-one-page presentation by Mayor Leusner, followed by MTPD Chief …
MTPD ADDRESSES HIRING NEEDS – SWEARS IN NEW OFFICERS Presiding over his first Regular Meeting of Township Committee on Wednesday evening, Middle Township Mayor Chris Leusner swore in two new full-time Police Officers to the municipality’s police department. Officers Jayden Matthews and Christopher Rudy both served as Class II officers prior to their appointment …
Leusner Joins Middle Township Committee as Mayor Former Middle Township Police Chief Christopher Leusner officially joined the Township’s governing body, as the municipality held its annual reorganization meeting on January 3rd. Leusner, a Republican, joins Deputy Mayor Ike Gandy and Committeeman Jim Norris on the three-person Committee, filling the vacancy created when four-term Committeeman …
Betzy McClintock recognized as 2023 Cape May County Municipal Alliance Volunteer of the Year Betzy McClintock was recognized as the 2023 Cape May County Municipal Alliance Volunteer of the Year by the Cape May County Commissioners on December 12, 2023. Betzy is a dedicated public servant with over 15 years of experience with the …
Middle Tax Collector named Township’s Employee of the Year Veteran employee Sandy Beasley has worked with the township for 30 years Middle Township Tax Collector Sandy Beasley regularly earns appreciation from residents and colleagues. Now she has won the Township’s 2023 Darius Graham Employee of the Year award for her helpful and caring ways. Middle …
Middle Township offers nice list of Christmas events Residents can spread holiday cheer at a tree lighting and parade or by entering a decorating contest Middle Township residents know home is the best place to be for the holidays, especially when the community has a nice list of Christmas events. Residents are welcome to bundle …
Middle Township’s water supply project for Del Haven, Green Creek communities is complete Residents can connect to the water system by May 1, 2024 Middle Township’s project with the Lower Township Municipal Utilities Authority (LTMUA) to bring fresh water to the bayfront communities of Del Haven and Green Creek is complete, and all homeowners can …
Middle Prioritizes Public Safety and Quality of Life in Rio Grande Homeless encampments in Rio Grande create unsanitary and unsafe conditions. Faced with a chronic homeless problem, rising petty crime, and open drug use in the Rio Grande area, Middle Township officials vowed to protect the rights of residents and business owners while continuing …
Free Yard Sale Weekend 2023 Listing
Fall fun abounds at Middle Township events Residents can look forward to a weekend-long yard sale, harvest festival and more The Olde Tyme Harvest Festival always draws a crowd for rides, entertainment, vendors and food. Crisp, cool air and houses decorated with colorful mums and pumpkins signal fall is upon us. It is the perfect …
Middle Police Youth Camp mentors receive Middle Matters Awards Township honors officers, staff members for their roles in character-building program Middle Township honored each of the employees and law enforcement officers who encouraged teamwork and good citizenship through the Middle Township Police Department Youth Camp. During an Aug. 7 Township Committee meeting, camp mentors received …
Middle Tax Collector honored for saving resident’s home from wrongful foreclosure Veteran employee Sandy Beasley is known for her expertise and helpful nature Middle Township’s Tax Collection Department occasionally receives thank-you notes from residents who appreciate the staff’s level of customer service. One week before Christmas, Middle Township resident Rita Foss received notice that her …
Four Decades of Community Building: Middle Township Gears Up for Its Annual National Night Out National Night Out is a community engagement event that takes place on the first Tuesday in August throughout the entire country Residents can explore fire, EMS and police vehicles at Middle Township’s 40th annual National Night Out event. Cape May …
Middle Township Final 2023/Preliminary 2024 Tax Bill will be mailed by the week of July 31, 2023 . Due to the delay, the grace period for the 3rd quarter taxes ONLY has been extended until August 31, 2023. This extension does not affect the 4th quarter payment due November 1, 2023. All payments received after …
Sorry – Due To Impending Thunderstorms Middle Township’s Summer Concert Series & Christmas in July – “Animal House” has Rescheduled “Christmas in July” at Ockie Recreation Complex from tonight (7/25) to August 29th
’Tis the season for Middle Township’s Summer Concert Series Santa Claus will add merriment during a new Christmas in July-themed concert Residents can bring their chairs and enjoy a varied musical lineup during the Summer Concert Series. Middle Township’s Summer Concert Series has become a popular event over the years, but this season, it’s even …
The 96th Street Bridge along Stone Harbor Boulevard leading into the Borough of Stone Harbor will be undergoing repairs to the bascule span (movable span) during nighttime hours beginning on Monday, July 10th and ending on July 13th. Work will proceed Monday thru Thursday nights between 10:00pm to 6:00am. Due to the nature of the …
Middle Township to honor America with 4th of July celebration Family-friendly festivities will include a kids’ freeze dance, line dancing and fireworks Kids will compete in a pie-eating contest as part of the 4th of July fun in Middle Township Middle Township will light up the night with fireworks and festivities in honor of America’s …
Middle approves pay raise for Special Law Enforcement Officers Class II Increase in hourly rate will keep officer recruitment competitive Middle Township approved an increase in the hourly pay rate of Special Law Enforcement Officers Class II (SLEO) at the June 19 Township Committee meeting. After graduating from the police academy, these officers will now …
Notice of Upcoming Roadway Resurfacing Middle/Lower Townships- Bayshore Road (Cr 603) and Norbury’s Landing Road (Cr 642) The County of Cape May will be resurfacing portions of Bayshore Road (Cr 603) and Norbury’s Landing Road (Cr 642) in the Del Haven section of the Township of Middle and northern end of Lower Township beginning on …
Middle seeks positive change through expansion of Rio Grande redevelopment area Township believes update will enhance opportunities for business, county partnerships The Middle Township Planning Board is preparing to study the possible expansion of the Rio Grande redevelopment area. The Board is expected to consider the update over the summer, following Township Committee’s April 17 …
Middle to hold Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Fire companies and mounted patrol among participants in procession The Middle Township Parade will be followed by a ceremony at the American Legion Post 198. Middle Township invites the community to honor military members’ sacrifices during the annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 29. …
Middle Township seeks to regulate temporary structures Ordinance would address homeless encampments raising safety concerns in Rio Grande Middle Township has introduced an ordinance to help maintain the safety and attractiveness of the municipality. The ordinance to amend the Township Code to define and regulate temporary structures such as tents and canopies was introduced at …
Middle approves 2023 budget Total tax bill rises 2.95% as Township takes steps to contain rising costs Middle Township property owners will see a 2.95 percent increase in their total tax bill for 2023. A property with an assessed value of approximately $400,000 will see an annual increase of $225.74 ($56.43 per quarter). The total …
Middle presents award to accounts clerk who helped police subdue suspect Chad Murnaghan was driving home from work when he saw lone officer struggling with individual Middle Township native Chad Murnaghan recently came to police officer’s aid when he saw a dangerous situation unfolding. He will receive the Middle Matters Civic Recognition Award for his …
Code Enforcement Officer named Middle Township’s Employee of the Month Nikki Hober does her part to maintain the appearance of the Township Code Enforcement Officer Nikki Hober enjoys hearing from Middle Township residents who suggest improvements. As a Code Enforcement Officer for the Middle Township Police Department, Nikki Hober is dedicated to helping the town …
Middle Township adds breach of peace clause to municipal ordinances The change will give law enforcement more tools to control unruly situations and disturbances Police responded to unsanctioned car rallies in Middle Township last September. Middle Township police could soon have a new option when trying to control unruly crowds. Township Committee recently introduced an …
State approval of Middle municipal centers will enhance responsible development The mixed-use areas align with the state planning process and the Township’s smart growth strategy Middle Township earned state recertification for municipal center designations, including areas in Cape May Court House (left) and Rio Grande. The State Planning Commission recently approved Middle Township’s center designations, …
Del Haven Water Assistance App Rev5-9-23
Middle Township tackles Rio Grande issues on multiple fronts Initiatives address safety, quality of life and development as volunteers assist area homeless Burlington opened in April at the Rio Grande Shopping Center, which is located in Rio Grande’s redevelopment zone. The Middle Township Planning Board is exploring a potential expansion of the redevelopment area. Middle …
It’s oh-fish-ial! Middle Township to hold 19th Annual Drum Fish Tournament Participants are ‘reel’ excited for the friendly competition, held May 19-21 Roy Trainor (left), captain of ’Determined,’ won first place for the single heaviest fish in last year’s tournament. His boat also won the overall prize for the total combined weight of two fish. …
2023 Drum Fish Tournament Registration
Middle Township Police Captain Promoted to Chief of Police Police Captain Jennifer DeLanzo will assume role after longtime Chief Christopher Leusner retires Captain Jennifer DeLanzo (second from right) will be the first female to serve as the Chief of Police for Middle Township, taking the helm from retiring Chief Christopher Leusner (third from left). Middle …
Middle Township selects semifinalist for NJ League of Municipalities’ scholarship Alexandra Leadley, a junior at Cape May County Technical High School, values community’s bond with police and local government Alexandra Leadley was selected as Middle Township’s semifinalist for the New Jersey League of Municipalities’ Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition. Alexandra Leadley values …