MUNICIPAL OFFICES

SUMMER HOURS

MUNICIPAL OFFICES CLOSED FOR 4TH OF JULY

4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY TRASH COLLECTION SCHEDULE

Week of June 30th

UPCOMING IMPROVEMENTS:

FORKLANDING ROAD & YOCUM SCHOOL SIDEWALK & CURB PROJECT

🚧Upcoming Improvements🚧

Forklanding Road & Yocum School Sidewalk & Curb Project

The Township is pleased to announce that sidewalk and curb improvements along Forklanding Road, between Orchard and High Street including the area in front of Yocum School, are scheduled to begin on or about July 15th. The work is being completed by the Township’s contracted vendor, S. Batata Construction, and is expected to take approximately two weeks to complete.

The project will enhance pedestrian safety and improve overall walkability for students, families, and residents in the area. Temporary driveway access restrictions and parking limitations on Forklanding Road may occur during construction, and residents will be notified in advance.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our infrastructure and keep Maple Shade a safe, walkable community for all!

NOTICE FROM FIRE MARSHAL:

OUTDOOR OPEN BURNING PERMITS

A Message from your Fire Marshal:

We hope everyone is enjoying the summer safely outdoors in the very, warm sun with family and friends!

Recently, we have had several fire incidents caused by outdoor open burning. We want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that open burning is prohibited in the State of New Jersey without a proper permit. Last year, the Township Council approved a permit process for Maple Shade. Below are some brief details; however, the full ordinance can be viewed HERE.

The permit process is free to Township Residents and is in place to help educate as well as prevent fire losses. We encourage everyone who wants to continue open burning to apply and schedule an appointment for an inspection.

The “Permit Application - Outdoor Fireplace (Homeowner)” application can be accessed HERE or on the Township's website under the Fire Official’s webpage. We hope to help educate everyone on the safest locations and methods to enjoy open burning while enjoying the outdoors.

As always, if there are any questions, we can be reached by email at dkerr@mapleshade.com or by phone at 856.779.9610 x179

Have a great summer!

Daniel L. Kerr Jr.

Fire Marshal

BRIEF DETAILS OF ORDINANCE 2024-20:

§95-35 Barbecues. No person shall operate, use or maintain any open fire or any device commonly known as a "barbecue" in or on any apartment unit, porch, balcony, patio or any other private area of an apartment or multiple family dwelling unit. The Fire Official may, upon application made, exempt any person from the provisions of this section, provided that the request is made in writing and the Fire Official certifies that the procedures are safe with regard to fire protection and fire prevention standards, which standards are incorporated in this Code. 

§95-36 Applicability.

A. This article applies to all outdoor burning and open burning within the Township of Maple Shade.

B. This article does not apply to grilling or cooking food using charcoal, wood, propane or natural gas in cooking or grilling appliances.

C. This article does not apply to burning for the purpose of generating heat in a stove, furnace, fireplace or other heating device within a building used for human or animal habitation.

D. This article does not apply to the use of propane, acetylene, natural gas, gasoline or kerosene in a device intended for heating, construction or maintenance activities.

§95-38 General prohibition. Open burning and outdoor burning are prohibited in the Township of Maple Shade unless the burning is specifically permitted by this article.

A. Open burning of refuse. Open burning of refuse is prohibited.

B. Burning trees, logs, brush, stumps, leaves, and grass clippings. Open burning of trees, logs, brush, stumps, leaves, and grass clippings is prohibited.

C. Outdoor woodfired boilers. No person shall install, use, or maintain an outdoor woodfired boiler in the Township of Maple Shade, unless approved by permit through the Construction Official.

D. Patio woodburning units. A patio woodburning unit may be installed and used in the Township of Maple Shade in accordance with all of the following provisions:

1.  A permit must be obtained through the Fire Official.

2.  The patio woodburning unit shall not be used to burn refuse.

3.  The patio woodburning unit shall burn only clean, dry wood. Trees, brush, grass, leaves or other natural material is prohibited.

4.  The patio woodburning unit shall be located at least 15 feet from the nearest structure which is not on the same property as the patio woodburning unit. The unit shall not be located less than five feet from combustible structures on the same property or on any decks, porches or balconies.

5.  The patio woodburning unit and its byproducts shall not cause a nuisance to neighbors.

6.  It must be in an approved container with an ember suppressing lid. (Stone/block fire pits must have a lid or screen.)

7.  The use of flammable liquids and accelerants is prohibited.

8.  It must have a working garden hose stretched to the fireplace or an approved fire extinguisher within 10 feet.

LINK TO FULL VIEWABLE VERSION OF ORDINANCE 2024-20

PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

FILING SESSION

A Property Tax Relief Filing Information Session will be held on July 16, 2025 between 10:00AM - 1:00PM in the Senior Room at the Municipal Building. Division Representatives will be on site to assist residents with filing both electronically and hard copies of the 2024 PAS-1 application.

This session is for property owners and renters 65 years of age and old or residents who receive federal social security disability benefits.

See the flyer below for more detailed information

CROSSING GUARD JOB POSTING

CONCERTS IN THE PARK

CONERT IN THE PARK - JULY 15TH

FEATURING ROCK ON RETRO

6:30PM - 8:30PM

GAZEBO 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

BUBBLE FESTIVAL

BUBBLE FESTIVAL

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2025

5:00PM - 8:00PM

STEINHAUER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

The Bubble Festival is back!

Get ready for an evening of bubbly fun at Maple Shade’s 2nd Annual Bubble Festival on Wednesday, August 6th from 5:00PM to 8:00PM!

Join us for an unforgettable night filled with giant bubbles, fun, vendors, and fun for all ages. Last year’s event brought out over 1,000 attendees from across the region. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic this summer!

MOVIE IN THE PARK

MOVIE IN THE PARK

FEATURING MOANA 2

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH

8:00PM (approximately)

WOODLAWN SPORTS COMPLEX - FIELD #2

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

BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

UPCOMING BEDC MEETING

The next Business & Economic Development Commission (BEDC) Meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 15, 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 preventative 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.

As warmer temperatures are upon us remember to inspect all of your outdoor hose bibs, hoses, sprayers, sprinklers, and irrigation equipment for leaks. Keep in mind that when topping off pools, pressure washing around the house, using waterslides, and even washing your cars more often, can result in a slightly higher than normal water usage for those months.

WATER UPDATE

Water system improvements on Rose Avenue have begun. The new water main is installed and water services are scheduled to begin the week of June 30th. Residents will be notified in advance of any water interruption by the installation contractor. Please use caution around these areas during those times.

SEWER UPDATE

Sewer main improvements on certain sections of Main Street have been awarded and are 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 two 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

SLICES FOR SAFETY & FREE CONES ARE BACK

Slices for Safety and Free Cones at the Custard Stand are back. With summer right around the corner,

Maple Shade Police wants to remind everyone about scooter and bicycle safety. Officers will be on the lookout for kids doing the right thing and wearing the safety equipment. They will be issuing tickets for a free slice or cone for those that are caught doing the right thing. 

WELCOME SLEO 1 JOSEPH DONOFRIO

The Maple Shade Police Department would like to proudly introduce our newest member of the team.

SLEO 1 Joseph Donofrio graduated from Gloucester County Police Academy and will be patrolling our Main Street, Parks, and Playgrounds. Officer Donofrio is looking forward to meeting our residents and working in Maple Shade.

If you see him out and about, stop and say hello. 

WELCOME POLICE OFFICER ALEXIS FUENTES

Meet our new Officer, Officer Alexis Fuentes. Officer Fuentes graduated Gloucester County Police Academy after completing a 26-week training program.

Officer Fuentes will be assigned to the Patrol Division and will be partaking in the FTO (Field Training Officer) program. Officer Fuentes will be out on Patrol and is looking to meet our great citizens.

Say hello and congratulate our newest member of the team. 

FIREWORK SAFETY

The Fourth of July is here and the Maple Shade Police would like to remind everyone about Firework safety. 

Please use caution and follow all State and local laws regarding Fireworks. 

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY

The Maple Shade Police Department would like to wish our residents a happy and safe 4th of July.

Don’t drink and Drive! Have a plan if you are going to a mass gathering, know your surroundings, and stay vigilant. 

SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING

Report any suspicious activity.

Remember your Nine O’clock Routine. Lock your doors at night and don’t leave valuables in your vehicle. 

RECREATION

LIVING LIFESTYLES

MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025

10:00AM - 10:45AM

MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 2ND FLOOR

Click HERE to Register

UNDERSTANDING SKIN CANCER

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 2025

1:00PM - 2:00PM

MUNICIPAL BUILDING - 2ND FLOOR

ANIMAL CHAMPIONS

WENESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025

10:00AM - 10:45AM

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 off 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 THE 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.

GREEN FAIR 2025 WAS A SUCCESS

Sustainable Maple Shade hosted its annual Green Fair on May 18, 2025. It was a beautiful day dedicated to all things green with free food, games, giveaways and more. Residents learned all about water conservation, recycling opportunities in Maple Shade, and could even sign up to save money on their energy bill! If you would like to get in on Green Fair 2026, email sustainablemapleshade@gmail.com.

MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY

JUNE'S TOWNSHIP MEETINGS

*Denotes change in regularly scheduled meeting day

*Only One Town Council Meeting Scheduled in July & August