The Borough Hall main entrance and driveway will be closed for approximately 4 weeks, starting on Tuesday, September 23. Please use the library's main entrance to access the building. Also note, Borough Hall will be closed for an employee training event, from 12:30 to 4:30 pm, on Friday, September 26.

Category: Environment

Volunteer with the Peters Brook Greenway restoration project

You may have noticed some recent changes along the Peters Brook Greenway path behind the Van Fleet Gardens, between Grove Street and N. Bridge Street. These updates are part of a new habitat restoration project, led by the Environmental Commission and funded by a $20,000 grant from Sustainable Jersey and the PSEG Foundation. About the … Continued

Save energy and money with a free home energy assessment

The cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use! Schedule your free home energy assessment today and start saving on energy costs. The Somerville Environmental Commission, in partnership with Sustainable Jersey and PSEG, is spreading the word about this no-cost, no-obligation opportunity for renters and homeowners. The assessment is simple. A licensed professional will assess … Continued

Save the dates for Earth Day 2025

Celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Commission the weekend of April 25, 26 and 27! We have 3 opportunities to join in the festivities and make an impact with our community! Here are the highlights, with complete information about each event listed further below. Weekend highlights These events are rain or shine. Town Clean Up and … Continued

Free concert to conclude Earth Day weekend

The Somerville Environmental Commission and the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites are co-hosting a concert of historical music to conclude Somerville’s Earth Day weekend celebration. Colonial Crossroads in the Old Dutch Garden: Music of Africa and Europe Meet Date: Sunday, April 27 Time: 2 pm Location: Wallace House and Old Dutch … Continued

Community garden lottery opens on March 28

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, the Environmental Commission invites you to enter the raffle to receive a vegetable garden bed at the Jay Scott Community Garden! How to get started Fill out the online application form by April 15, 2025 Provide your Somerville residency details Winners will be announced on April … Continued

Join the Community Volunteer Day on April 5

The Somerville Environmental Commission invites you to lend a hand at our Community Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 5 to help prepare two important community spaces for the season. Date: Saturday, April 5 (rain date: Sunday, April 6) Time: Meet at 9 am Locations: Jay Scott Community Garden and Carol Pager Park How to participate … Continued

Learn about New Jersey’s changing climate

The Somerville Environmental Commission is hosting an educational event to understand the current and future state of New Jersey’s weather and climate. Save the Date Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 Time: 7 pm Location: Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson St) Registration for this event opens on March 17. About the seminar New Jersey’s Changing Climate … Continued

Advocate: community initiatives

The Somerville Environmental Commission organizes community initiatives to help protect the local environment. Join the Somerville Green Team: The Somerville Green Team puts sustainable initiatives into action. The Green Team is dedicated to making our town more sustainable and resilient, and spearheads hands-on projects like tree plantings, waste reduction initiatives, and green infrastructure improvements. A … Continued

Promote: community events

The Somerville Environmental Commission organizes these events to help protect the local environment. Earth Day weekend: The Commission offers residents many ways to get involved for Earth Day weekend. Electric Vehicle Show: This event is part of the Somerville Street Fair and Craft Show. Environmental Commission members provide residents an up-close experience with electric vehicles, … Continued

Environmental Commission wins achievement award

The Somerville Environmental Commission proudly received the prestigious Environmental Achievement Award at the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC) 51st Annual Environmental Congress on September 27. This recognition highlights the commission’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its impactful reforestation efforts along Peters Brook Greenway. Earlier this year, the Environmental Commission secured a grant from … Continued

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