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Health

The Vital Statistics office at Borough Hall processes all health permit applications and fees. All other health services have been transferred to the Somerset County Department of Health. They are responsible for health inspections, complaints, enforcement andpublic health education. Health permits and licenses Vending machines To operate a food or beverage vending machine, you must:...

Emergency Management

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) works with the Emergency Management Committee and local response teams to help keep our community safe. We focus on: Preparing for all types of emergencies and disasters, both natural and man-made Educating residents and businesses on how to get ready for emergencies Responding quickly to protect lives and property...

Community Development

We issue permits, make sure buildings are safe, and work with the community to plan for the future of Somerville's built environment. Common permits You often need a zoning permit before you can get a construction permit for your project. The zoning permit makes sure your project complies with development rules and standards. Find more...

Clerk

The Clerk's office coordinates the work of the Council and manages the Borough's public records. We also issue permits for certain activities like towing, cannabis retail, block parties, and more. About The Borough of Somerville has combined the responsibilities of the Clerk and Administrator into one single position. The Clerk responsibilities include: Prepares and publishes...

Leaf collection

From October to December, we provide options for leaf pickup and collection. This will help us keep storm drains clear and prevent flooding. Brush pickup is suspended during leaf season. 2025 schedule Leaf pickup season begins Monday, October 27 and ends on December 6. You have three options for leaf disposal. Option 1 Option 2...

Purchase bulk pickup stickers

You need to buy stickers to label bulk items for pickup. Need to know Cost is $6 per sticker (no refunds) Some items require more than 1 sticker We only accept cash (exact change) or checks Batteries and electronics are not accepted in bulk pickup Steps Find your item on this list to see how...

Garbage collection guidelines and schedule

Your garbage is picked up weekly. The day of the week depends on where you live. Schedule View this map to find out what day of the week is your garbage collection day. Garbage is not collected on the weekends, except to make up for weather delays. Time Garbage collection is from 7 am to...

Public Works services

We work to keep streets safe and help you manage your waste.

Public Works and Engineering

The Public Works and Engineering departments work closely together to maintain public infrastructure, manage roadways, and issue permits. Engineering services are a shared service initiative with the Somerset County Engineering Department. Find more services and permits. Report a concern

Access limited in multiple streets due to paving

Friday, August 18 Update: This project has been completed, pending punch list items. ****** Multiple streets in Somerville will have limited access due to milling and paving operations, scheduled from approximately Friday, August 11 until Thursday, August 17. This is the second stage of a road improvement project that started in June. Please be mindful of the...

Culver Street: Construction starts on August 8

American Asphalt & Trucking will start working on Culver Street, between Bartine St and William St, on or about Tuesday, August 8. About the construction project Concrete work will be completed between Tuesday, August 8 and Friday, August 18. Dates will be advised for milling and paving operations. Working Hours: 7 am to 5 pm,...

N. Gaston Avenue: Night work on Thursday and Friday

On Wednesday, July 26, NJ American Water contractors started working on N. Gaston Ave, between E. Cliff St and Bartine St. This work is to connect the water supply to the new emergency services building, which is under construction. This work will continue at night, on Thursday, July 27 and Friday, July 28, from 7...

Permits required for door-to-door sales

A license is required to conduct door-to-door sales in Somerville and authorized salespeople are provided with a permit that says "Licensed by the Borough of Somerville." The Borough does not have any current solicitor licenses on file. If you are approached by a solicitor at your home, please call the Police at 908-725-0331 (non-emergency number)....

Road improvement update

Road construction is expected to start on or about Monday, June 19 as part of the borough's Road Improvement Program. Local traffic should expect detours and delays on: Seville Dr, Riviera Dr, East Cadillac Dr, East Orchard St, West Orchard St and Brookside Ave until approximately Wednesday, July 12. Project Timeline (subject to change) Monday, June 19...

Borough hosts naturalization ceremony

The Borough of Somerville, in coordination with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, is hosting a Naturalization Ceremony, at 5 pm, on Friday, June 16, at the Somerset County Administration Building (20 Grove Street). Please note the location change, due to the weather forecast calling for rain. MASTER OF CEREMONIES John E. Thompson, USCIS District...

Protect your health when air quality is poor

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing poor air quality in New Jersey. The NJ Department of Health has provided a factsheet on actions to protect your health on poor air quality days. Sensitive populations Sensitive populations (which includes the elderly, infants and young children, people with lung diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...

Mayor announces essay competition results

Mayor Dennis Sullivan is pleased to announce that Somerville resident and graduating SHS senior Bridget Lacerda has been named one of only 15 state finalists in the annual Louis Bay 2Nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition, sponsored by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities through the offices of local mayors. Over 50 towns submitted entries this...

We won the Foodstock Challenge!

The Borough of Somerville collected 5,759 pounds of non-perishable food for 3 local food pantries! In addition, a total of $1,400 was donated to the food pantries as part of the FoodStock Food Challenge. Approximately 13 towns in Somerset County participated in this friendly competition to see which municipality could collect the most food (by weight)...

Thank you for celebrating Earth Day 2023

Authored by the Somerville Environmental Commission of Somerville, New Jersey Thank you to all who came out to our Earth Day event on Saturday April 22nd! Somerville residents and local organizations volunteer one Saturday in April to clean up litter and other debris throughout the Borough's parks, brooks and other public areas. About the annual cleanup event...

Water may taste like Chlorine during system maintenance

New Jersey American Water (NJAW) will temporarily change the water treatment process at the Raritan-Millstone and Canal Road Water Treatment Plants, which serve Somerset County and the Borough of Somerville. The process will start the week of February 20, 2023 and continue until the end of April 2023. During this period, some customers may notice...

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