MUNICIPAL OFFICES

SUMMER HOURS

MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

LABOR DAY

TRASH & RECYCLING SCHEDULE

TAX COLLECTOR

Important Tax Bill Update for 3rd Quarter Tax Bills Typically Due August 1st

The 3rd Quarter Tax bills normally due August 1st are delayed

and have not been mailed.

The grace period without interest will be extended.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

UPCOMING ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS

ACROSS THE TOWNSHIP

Maple Shade Township will be moving forward with several important roadway projects in the coming weeks to improve safety, accessibility, and overall infrastructure.

E. Front Street – Forklanding Road to Stiles Avenue:

Contractor Paving Plus is scheduled to begin work on or about August 7th, starting with the removal of proposed trees and stump grinding. The next phase, concrete replacement, is anticipated to begin the week of August 18th, weather permitting.

Residents will receive advance notification at least 48 hours prior to the start of work. The final resurfacing of this project is tentatively scheduled for completion before Labor Day. While the contractor will make every effort to meet this timeline, delays due to weather or unforeseen conditions may impact the schedule.

Forklanding Road and Yocum Sidewalk Improvement Project:

Final work on this project is expected to begin the week of August 11th and will take approximately three days to complete. Crews are currently coordinating the availability of equipment, including a crane, to finish the job by August 13th.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve roadways and walkways throughout our community. Please be mindful of posted notices, parking restrictions, and traffic control measures in active work zones.

PROPER SYRINGE DISPOSAL

Proper Syringe Disposal – Safety First! 🛑🧴♻️

Improper disposal of syringes poses a serious risk to public safety and sanitation workers. Please remember: never place used syringes in your recycling bin. Instead, use a designated sharps container or a sturdy, puncture-resistant plastic bottle (like a laundry detergent bottle), properly labeled and sealed.

You can safely drop off sealed containers at Virtua Marlton, 90 Brick Rd, Marlton, NJ, or Virtua Memorial, 175 Madison Ave, Mt. Holly, NJ, during business hours. This program is free and requires no registration.

Let’s work together to keep our community safe! 

NOTICE THE OFFICE OF

STATE FIRE MARSHAL

IMPORTANT FIRE SAFETY NOTICE

DISCONTINUE USE OF ALCOHOL OR OTHER LIQUID-BURNING

FIRE PITS DUE TO SEVERE BURN & FIRE HAZARD

VETERANS HEALTH FAIR

& LUNCHEON

Burlington County is hosting a Veterans Health Fair & Luncheon

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

10:00AM - 3:00PM

Bordentown Armory

1048 US 206

Bordentown, NJ.

Please see the flyer below for more information.

Register at https://www.troysingleton.com/veteranshealthfair

CROSSING GUARD JOB POSTING

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

CONCERT IN THE PARK - AUGUST 12TH

FEATURING THE WOOD VIBRATIONS

6:30PM - 8:30PM

GAZEBO PARK

CONCERT IN THE PARK - AUGUST 19TH

FEATURING PHILLY ROCK & SOUL

6:30PM - 8:30PM

GAZEBO PARK

2025 CONCERT IN THE PARK SERIES SCHEDULE

FIRED UP FOR FATHERHOOD BBQ PARTY

FIRED UP FOR FATHERHOOD BBQ PARTY

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14TH

5:00PM - 8:00PM

FOX MEADOW COMMUNITY CENTER

Join us at the Fox Meadow Community Center on August 14th for the Fired Up for Fatherhood BBQ!

Enjoy delicious BBQ, fun games for all ages, and uplifting music. Men 18 and older will have the opportunity to learn about valuable programs and services available.

Hosted by The Father Center of New Jersey, this event highlights resources that support men in building stronger futures for themselves and their families. Registration required by clicking HERE.

MOVIES IN THE PARK

MOVIE IN THE PARK

FEATURING MOANA 2

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH

8:00PM (approximately)

WOODLAWN SPORTS COMPLEX - FIELD #2

MOVIE IN THE PARK

FEATURING THE WILD ROBOT

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH

8:00PM (approximately)

WOODLAWN SPORTS COMPLEX - FIELD #2

MAPLE SHADE COLOR RUN

FOR THE ARTS

MAPLE SHADE COLOR RUN FOR THE ARTS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025

9:00AM CHECK-IN TIME

10:00AM RACE START TIME

Get ready to run, walk, and get colorful for a great cause! The Maple Shade Color Run/Walk for the Arts is a vibrant, family-friendly event where participants of all ages will move through a fun course while being showered in bursts of color at every station.

Happening on September 27th, this untimed, non-competitive event is perfect for all fitness levels—whether you sprint, jog, or take a leisurely stroll, you’ll be supporting local arts programs right here in Maple Shade. Proceeds benefit community arts initiatives like public art installations, student projects, and cultural events.

Sign up today to secure your race-day t-shirt and join the fun by click HERE!

PHILLIES AT THE TOWNSHIP

Back for Another Season: Phillies at the Township! Join us on Wednesday, August 20th for a free Phillies Watch Party exclusively for Maple Shade residents age 60+!

Come dressed in your favorite Phillies gear and get ready to cheer on the Fightin’ Phils with friends, snacks, and hometown spirit. Don’t miss this fan-favorite event!

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENT

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2025

10:00AM - 1:00PM

(No Horn Hour is from 10:00AM - 11:00AM)

MUNICIPAL PARKING LOT AT BRUBAKER LANE & FORKLANDING ROAD

If you would like to participate in this event with a vehicle or a table,

please email Recreation@mapleshade.com.

BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

UPCOMING BEDC MEETING

The next Business & Economic Development Commission (BEDC) Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30PM in the Senior Room.

CUSTOMIZED PAVERS FOR MAIN STREET

There’s still time to be part of Maple Shade’s history! The Business and Economic Development Commission’s Paver Drive is continuing, so you can still purchase a custom-engraved paver to honor a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or show pride in our community. Pavers will be installed along Main Street in Spring 2025, leaving a lasting legacy in Maple Shade. To learn more or place an order, please visit https://mapleshade.com/business-economic-development/

Click HERE to access the Paver Order Form

WATER & SEWER

NOTICE

Our preventative valve maintenance program is ongoing. Our crews will be exercising the water main valves in the roadways along with completing regulatory inspections. Please use caution around the crew’s work area.

With summertime temperatures soaring, please remember that when topping off pools, watering gardens, pressure washing around the house, using waterslides, and washing your cars will result in a higher than normal quarterly bill.

WATER UPDATE

Water system improvements on Rose Avenue are complete. After a brief settlement period, the contractor will return to perform final asphalt restoration to the affected roadway. 

SEWER UPDATE

Sewer main improvements on certain sections of Main Street have been awarded and are still scheduled to begin in August. 

SERVICE LINE INVENTORY UPDATE

Per NJDEP regulations, all water systems must identify the water service lines that supply water to residential and commercial buildings. In 2022, the Township sent out 2 rounds of letters asking those with unknown lines to contact the utility to make an appointment. At that time the unknown lines total was over 500. Our inventory currently stands at 157.

We need your help to complete the inventory. If you received a letter in November, please contact the utility to set up an appointment. The appointment takes just a few minutes; otherwise, an excavation may be required to determine the service line material. The current inventory can be viewed HERE.

KEEPING YOU IINFORMED

Receive a text message and/or an email regarding emergencies such as main breaks, upcoming utility work, important announcements, water shut offs, etc. through NIXLE. Please visit https://nixle.com/register/ to sign up. 

Receive email updates from our website by subscribing at http://www.mapleshadeutilities.com where we post upcoming work, hydrant flushing updates, and much more. 

The annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for 2024 is available online. To view the report please click HERE.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

WELCOME POLICE OFFICER BRENNAN KING

The Maple Shade Police Department would like to introduce our new officer, Brennan King. Officer King was a previous SLEO I in town and patrolled the parks and conducted Main Street walks.

Officer King attended Gloucester County Police Academy and spent 26 weeks learning the basic officer skills in accordance with New Jersey Police Training Commission standards. He will be assigned to the Patrol Division and will be taking part in the Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Officer King is proud to be a member of this great community and looks forward be out on Patrol. 

FLOOD WATCH INFORMATION

Maple Shade Police would like to remind everyone about Flood Safety. In case of a flood, please stay informed and know the do’s and don’ts when water levels rise. It only takes 6-inches of moving water to knock a person off their feet and 12-inches to move a vehicle.

Visit the following websites for more information:

Floods & Flash Floods | NJOEM

Floods | Ready.gov

7 Flood Safety Tips | FEMA.gov

HEAT SAFETY INFORMATION

With summer in full swing, we want to remind everyone to be safe during these hot days. Heat injuries can be deadly if they are not prevented or treated immediately. Please ensure you are protecting yourself from the elements and look after children and the elderly as they are more susceptible to heat injuries. 

SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING

Report any suspicious activity. LOCK your home and car doors. Don’t leave any valuables in your vehicle and ensure your night lights are on. 

PROPERTY ADDRESS DISPLAYED

In an emergency, seconds matter. We encourage all residents to check their home and ensure their address is clearly visible especially at night. When first responders respond to a call for service, they have limited information and time to determine where they are needed. Having your home address properly displayed helps emergency services get to you.

A home address should be clearly visible from the

street, unobstructed, and well-lit during the night. 

RECREATION

ANIMAL CHAMPIONS

WENESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025

10:00AM - 10:45AM

MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 2ND FLOOR

Click HERE to Register

LIL SOUS CHEFS SEPTEMBER COOKING CLASSES

SEPTEMBER 18TH, 25TH, & OCTOBER 2ND

5:30PM - 7:00PM

MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 2ND FLOOR

Click HERE to Register

FREE HEALTH FAIR

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025

11:00AM - 1:00PM

MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 2ND FLOOR

2025 RECREATION SPONSORS

KEEP PETS IN THEIR HOMES DRIVE

DONATE USING THE AMAZON WISHLIST QR CODE

DROP OFF DONATIONS AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING

SUSTAINABLE MAPLE SHADE

SUSTAINABLE MAPLE SHADE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Are you someone who cares about the environment? Do you want to get more involved in your community? Then Sustainable Maple Shade is looking for you! We have jobs small and large that can have a huge impact in our community. Specifically, we need volunteers to run our Adopt a Drain Program, help set up and break down events, and drop collected NexTrex recycling materials at the recycling center. If you are interested in helping ensure a greener future for Maple Shade, email us at sustainablemapleshade@gmail.com.

SUSTAINABLE MAPLE SHADE HOSTS FARMERS MARKET AT GAZEBO PARK

Join us for a vibrant evening market featuring fresh, local goods, and a great community atmosphere. Shop, eat, and enjoy live music and activities while supporting local farmers and small businesses. Sustainable Maple Shade would like to thank Fox Meadow Apartments for their generous sponsorship of this summer event. 

ADDITIONAL RECYCLING OPPORTUNITIES 

The Recycling Station at the Maple Shade Township Building, 200 Stiles Avenue, 1st Floor, has multiple bins to recycle items not accepted in the regular stream. There’s a box to recycle balloons and other party decorations. There’s also NexTrex bins to bring any stretchy plastic film and bags, a PakTech can for plastic six- and four-pack holders and bottle holders and receptacle for food pouches with lids and Entenmann's Mini Muffins bags. Do the green thing and dispose of these items at the Maple Shade Recycling Station.

BURLINGTON COUNTY GREEN TEAMS ARE LOOKING FOR VENDORS FOR REPAIR CAFE 

Burlington County Green Teams are teaming up to host a Repair Cafe for our residents on September 21, 2025 at 10:00AM at the Burlington County Agricultural Center in Moorestown, NJ. We are in need of skilled local vendors to help us get this event off the ground. For more information, please reach out to ila.vassallo02@gmail.com.

HEAT WAVE ANALYSIS REPORT

DEP’s Division of Science and Research published a report that analyzed 30 years of heat wave data collected from 12 stations throughout the state. Read the full report HERE.

Here are the key findings:

• New Jerseyans are experiencing more heat waves in recent years.
• There is less daily cooling during these weather events

A heat wave was defined as three or more consecutive days of high temperatures exceeding 90°F.

Specifically, the report shows that the average number of heat waves recorded in a year increased from two heat waves in 1994 to four heat waves by 2023. In addition, the difference between daily low and high temperatures during heat waves decreased over the study, suggesting that conditions stayed warmer with reduced cooling overnight. The length of the heat waves in number of days remained consistent over the study, averaging more than four days long.

MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY

AUGUST TOWNSHIP MEETINGS

*Denotes change in regularly scheduled meeting day

*Only One Town Council Meeting Scheduled in July & August