The Mayor is the Chief Executive of the Township and heads its Administration. My uncle had the last beer joint in town and when they closed him down in 1947 (Graham County went dry in 1948) and when I went to his funeral, he was yellow. I plan on working closely together with the community and trying to achieve open communication with the people. Agrahara: Growing up in India, I watched as my father stood up against social injustice and corruption in the government. The median age was 37 years. This would promote more jobs. Robbinsville is home to a large warehouse colony, located on West Manor Way, just adjacent to the entrances and exit ramps to exits 7 and 8 off of Interstate 195. I am married to my wonderful wife of 35 years, Thelma Bowen Hooper and we have three wonderful children: Scott (Becky) Hooper, Amareta (Nick) Cable and Chase Hooper. I have been working hard applying for CBDG grants to completely bring our Tallulah Water Plant back on-line and up-to-date. World renown pizza established in 1947 and consistently among the top 50 in the country. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option, New Jersey Vaccination Appointment Finder, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, Pre-Register for the TTN Terminal Area Draft Environmental Assessment Public Hearing, Learn about the 2021 Open Space Tax Referendum, PICTURE THIS! All Rights Reserved. The racial makeup of the township was 91.00% White, 2.89% African American, 0.14% Native American, 4.31% Asian, 0.55% from other races, and 1.11% from two or more races. I want to continue to take actions to beautify the downtown area. Robbinsville contains various office parks, warehouse districts, and shopping centers that make it a center for business and commerce alike. If elected, I will work hard to make that happen! This is an exciting project and one that Im happy to be a part of. Veteran National Championships for. 1. I will work with individuals at the state level to help fund this; our town is not going to have a better opportunity to get the grant money that will be out there. The per capita income for the township was $35,529. I would greatly appreciate your vote for mayor. According to the Kppen climate classification system, Robbinsville Township, New Jersey has a humid subtropical climate (Cfa). Blakely: One particular challenge Council and Administration have faced is trying to bring a quality supermarket to our town. My name is Debbie Orr Beasley and I have served the citizens of Graham County for 18 years, as the Postmaster. The population density was 501.8 people per square mile (193.7/km2). In these four years, I served as Mayor Pro Temp, and I currently sit on the following boards: Southwestern RPO, Chairman of Graham County Festivals, Chairman of Graham County Rural Development, and Vice-Chair of REVVED UP, a downtown revitalization group. The decision is yours to vote on. ROBBINSVILLE TOWNSHIP, NJ (MERCER)-Township Council meetings will reopen to the public for in-person attendance on June 10, 2021 Below are the remaining meetings dates following tonight's final remote session via freeconferencecall.com. How would you work to help control municipal taxes? Ideally, Township Council meetings will go back to being held at 7 p.m. so more residents can participate, and agendas should be emailed in advance of the meetings via the towns newsfeed. Route 130 as we know it today has a lot of potential to bring in more business to Robbinsville, but we dont necessarily want it to become a concrete jungle of mini malls and congestion like other portions of the roadway. Email or phone: Password: . Before the township's switch to a strong mayor and council form of government, Calcagno sat on the township committee from 1994-2004, serving as mayor in 1999 and 2004. [89][92] In the 2008 presidential election, Democrat Barack Obama received 51.3% of the vote here (3,406 cast), ahead of Republican John McCain with 46.7% (3,099 votes) and other candidates with 1.1% (76 votes), among the 6,643 ballots cast by the township's 8,413 registered voters, for a turnout of 79.0%. Now, Im running in this election to serve the residents in this place I call home. [4] Members of the Township Council are Council President Michael Cipriano (2025), Vice President Deborah Blakely (2025), Christine "Chris" Ciaccio (2023), Michael Todd (2023; elected to serve an unexpired term) and Ronald C. Witt Jr. An aerial view of Washington Town Center in Robbinsville Courtesy: Sharbell Development Corp. As Sharbell was growing its portfolio in Robbinsville, Hamilton and elsewhere in the early 2000s, the firm began to seek opportunities outside New Jersey with an eye toward "opportunities that had a little bit more runway to them," Troy said. Early Voting: Primary Election - June 2, 2023 - June 4, 2023 Samuel T. Frisby Sr. (D, Trenton, 2024),[72] Surrogate Diane Gerofsky (D, 2026). I have eight years of audits. Agrahara: I am an engineer with an extensive background in technology and finance, having handled cost savings projects worth over $250 million and technology infrastructure projects valued over $100 million. I make my decisions based off the majority of Robbinsville and if it is, I vote for it and if not, I vote against it. It will be challenging to do so in the future without ensuring our recognized areas of redevelopment arent moving forward. He is also the liaison on the Robbinsville Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) and the C.A.R.E. Plan Endorsement Citizen's Advisory Committee. Mercer County's constitutional officers are [123][124], Robbinsville Township is home to Trenton-Robbinsville Airport (identifier N87), an uncontrolled general aviation airport, with a 4,275-foot (1,303m) long runway. In the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden won the town 58.0% to 40.8%, a margin that was to the left of the state as a whole. We also need to get the Tallulah Water Plant back up and running. Environmental Commission. In 2017, I was elected as a town alderman to the citizens of the city limits. I went to Robbinsville High School and Tri-County Community College. A person can order a drink from several restaurants (resorts) in this dry county. Interstate 195 also provides access to Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township. The mayor is the chief executive officer of the Town. Why did you decide to run (or run for reelection) for township council? I stand with our residents on the alcohol vote. Please enable JavaScript in your browser for a better user experience. Mr. Witt is Council representative for the redevelopment of Town Center South, Foxmoor, Route 130 North and serves as liaison to the Robbinsville School District. This 2021 election will allow the citizens to vote on the sale of beer and wine. It deserves to be shared. The Robbinsville Field House is a large membership gym located at the entrance to the warehouse colony near Route 526. I served as town alderman for 2 1/2 terms for 10 years in the 1990s and have been your mayor for eight years, come November. The Council President chairs the meetings of the governing body. The Robbins House is situated on 23 acres of preserved open space and is one of the few surviving brick farmhouses in Mercer County. Press alt + / to open this menu. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.09. I will never forget any of this. I will use my corporate background and experience along with my network to create opportunities and the environment for our residents to make memories with their loved ones. [23][60][61], Prior to the 2011 reapportionment following the 2010 Census, Robbinsville Township had been in the 30th state legislative district. Im committed to doing my absolute best with what they decide. We also are on the cusp of building a new police and court building as part of a shared services agreement with a neighboring town. I always pay my water and sewer bills, my taxes and I have always tried to be honest. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.13% (564) of the population. People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Robbinsville Township include: For the census-designated place within the township, see, Census Bureau map of Robbinsville Township, Mercer County, New Jersey, Interactive map of Robbinsville Township, New Jersey, Federal, state, and county representation, Category:People from Robbinsville Township, New Jersey, "'The Jewel of the Meadowlands'? [91] This remains the last Republican presidential victory in the township. There are several ways that Robbinsville can save money, as surrounding towns operate much more cost-effectively. One of the first actions I hope to take on the Township Council is to review whats been done and see where we can make some positive changes (bringing more shopping and amenities to the east side of Route 130 comes to mind, as its currently populated with mostly warehouses). A peaceful and wonderful place where beauty surrounds and can be enjoyed throughout the year. In the 2016 election, Hillary won the town 51.6% to 43.9%. During that time, municipal taxes have either remained flat or have been reduced which is unheard of in New Jersey these days! Robbinsville is home to a number of distinctive housing developments as well as a strong school system which makes it a popular place for families. I am not one to drink. I will also try to get businesses or companies to come to Robbinsville for economy. [51] Following an ordinance passed in December 2011, municipal elections were shifted from May to November, with the terms of all township council members then serving extend by six months, to December 31. I am against alcohol sales. Males had a median income of $61,589 versus $44,653 for females. Nearly a decade of flat or reduced taxes, despite community growth and increasing property values, makes our town a wonderful investment and a great place to raise a family. In the past eight years as mayor, I have overseen and managed over $13 million in state and federal grants. - The Town Council of the Town of Robbinsville may levy a room occupancy tax of up to three percent (3%) of the gross receipts derived from the rental of any room, lodging, or accommodation furnished by a hotel, motel, inn, tourist camp, or similar place within the town that is subject to sales tax imposed by the State under G.S. Having the opportunity to take on various leadership roles within local volunteer organizations, Ive been able to help give back to the community that gave so much to us. For every 100 females, the population had 91.3 males. Potential Natural Vegetation, Original Kuchler Types, v2.0 (Spatially Adjusted to Correct Geometric Distortions), Table 6. Consisting of Community Park, Tantum Park (featuring the Tomm May Nature Trail), Foxmoor Community Park, Skate Park and Blakely Park, Robbinsville offers an abundance of playing fields and activity options for recreation leagues and residents alike. [76][77][78] Blakely, Cipriano and Todd are teamed up on a slate with Mayor David Fried, who is running unopposed. The township is part of the New York Metropolitan area as defined by the United States Census Bureau,[20] but directly borders the Philadelphia metropolitan area and is part of the Federal Communications Commission's Philadelphia Designated Market Area. Located behind Union Street, Robbinsville, NJ 08691. Hello, my name is Kenneth Hyde and I am a native of Graham County. But I hold no grudges; I will work with any of the other five candidates that are running. While the towns of Fontana Dam and Lake Santeetlah have no contested races both municipalities council-incumbents are running for re-election, with no outside challengers both the mayoral and aldermen races in Robbinsville are up for grabs. I am a lifelong resident of Robbinsville, earned my Bachelor of Science at Western Carolina University, and also worked toward a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting at Western Carolina University. This town was devastated when Stanley Furniture shut down and outsourced our jobs overseas and sadly, the town officials did very little if any to save our jobs. Rain likely. The plant hardiness zone at the Robbinsville Township Municipal Court is 7a with an average annual extreme minimum air temperature of 0.9F (18.3C). For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males. Robbinsville Township is always looking for volunteers for its boards, commissions and committees. Robbinsville, NC 28771 C: 828.735.1283 Email: adamwach@ebci-nsn.gov. Hello, I am Brian Taco Johnson and am 41 years old. Westminster Choir College of Rider University, The Lewis School and Educational Testing Clinic, Top Things to Do on the Trenton Waterfront, Hamilton Township 2017 Township Municipal Calendar, Princeton-Mercer Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau. Nina D. Melker (D, Hamilton Township, 2025)[75] and The Council President chairs the meetings of the governing body. Blakely: Im proud to be a part of the team that has, for nine years, either lowered or kept municipal taxes flat for our residents. [108], Eighth grade students from all of Mercer County are eligible to apply to attend the high school programs offered by the Mercer County Technical Schools, a county-wide vocational school district that offers full-time career and technical education at its Health Sciences Academy, STEM Academy and Academy of Culinary Arts, with no tuition charged to students for attendance. Pond Road Middle School[105] with 1,031 students in grades 58 and I am also a retired school teacher and founded Southland Realty. 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Additionally, face coverings are no longer required for entrance into Township buildings effective Friday, May 28, 2021. Upon graduating, I worked for Graham County ambulance service as a EMT for 2 years, before marrying and having my first child. Sheriff John A. Kemler (D, 2023)[81][82] and During the winter months, episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur with wind chill values < 0F (< 18C). New Jersey Resident Population by Municipality: 1930 - 1990, Census 2000 Profiles of Demographic / Social / Economic / Housing Characteristics for Robbinsville township, Mercer County, New Jersey, DP-1: Profile of General Demographic Characteristics: 2000 - Census 2000 Summary File 1 (SF 1) 100-Percent Data for Robbinsville township, Mercer County, New Jersey, DP03: Selected Economic Characteristics from the 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates for Robbinsville township, Mercer County, New Jersey. Blakely served on an interim basis until the November 2021 election. [31][32] the team was featured in a story by ESPNw as a perennial softball powerhouse. The per capita income for the borough was $44,149 (+/ $2,813). In the 2013 gubernatorial election, Republican Chris Christie received 60.6% of the vote (2,102 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 35.4% (1,228 votes), and other candidates with 3.9% (136 votes), among the 4,433 ballots cast by the township's 9,076 registered voters (967 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 48.8%. There were 5,277 housing units at an average density of 259.7 per square mile (100.3/km2). The Mayor may attend Council meetings but is not obliged to do so. During the first three years as alderman, we had a lot of past issues to deal with and I believe we have worked hard to prove to the state of North Carolina that we were going to be successful. The Town operates under a mayor -council form of government with a mayor and three town council members elected at-large on a nonpartisa- n basis to four-year terms. Robbinsville remains a major player in business as the home of a handful of Fortune 500 companies, including Amazon and McKesson. [33][34][35], Unincorporated communities, localities and place names located partially or completely within the township include Allens Station, Carsons Mills, Hillside Terrace, Meadows Terrace, New Canton, New Sharon, Pages Corners and Windsor. NJ Transit provides bus service to and from Trenton on the 606 route. I could not support my now-growing family and moved to Georgia to support my family. 720 Tallulah Road, Robbinsville, NC 28771, 2023The Graham Star, Robbinsville, North Carolina, Election 2021: Meet your Town of Robbinsville mayoral, aldermen candidates. After working with the administration, staff, fellow council members and our residents, I made the decision to run for the open four-year position on council. Sections of this page. The 2010 United States census counted 13,642 people, 5,087 households, and 3,591 families in the township. One year later, the first town election and annual meeting was held to establish Washington Township with its 1,279 citizens. [109][110], Robbinsville Town Center, near the intersection of U.S. Route 130 and Route 33, is a mix of about 1,000 housing units, including loft-style condominiums, townhouses, duplexes, single-family homes, and real estate space. Kristin L. McLaughlin (D, Hopewell Township, 2024),[74] Enter your email address to subscribe to the MidJersey.news website and receive notifications of new posts by email. I currently am serving as Volunteer Fire Chief with Graham County Fire Department Station 3 and Vice Commander of Graham County Rescue Squad. Situated in the southeast corner of Mercer County,Robbinsville Township is a diverse, 20.5 square mile community with a population of 15,476 located midway between New York City and Philadelphia. Robbinsville town officials have been without a home since 2006 when the former municipal building was rendered uninhabitable due to mold. On the same slate with Cipriano and Blakely is Michael Todd, who is running unopposed for the two-year unexpired seat vacated by Councilman Dan Schuberth, who resigned last year to take a new job in Washington, D.C. Historic Preservation Subcommittee. He currently works as a senior technologist and has two children who attend or attended the Robbinsville School District. I was born and raised in Graham County. Land Use Board. I will review current spending and make sure our residents tax dollars are appropriated in a manner that is ethical and serves our residents best. I take my positionof both jobs very seriously. 50 New Canton Way, Robbinsville, NJ 08691. He is also the liaison on the Robbinsville Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) and the C.A.R.E. [113], Robbinsville is home to a large warehouse colony, located on West Manor Way, just adjacent to the entrances and exit ramps to exits 7 and 8 off of Interstate 195. The house, now used for recreational and nonprofit activities, dates back to the early 19th century. Additionally, we have invested a lot in preserving our open spaces, and its clear that we havent utilized this open space for the benefit of our residents. A job for our kids that are getting out of school and having to move from home to work. : N.J.'s best, worst and weirdest town slogans", 2019 Census Gazetteer Files: New Jersey Places, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Township of Robbinsville, QuickFacts Robbinsville township, Mercer County, New Jersey, Total Population: Census 2010 - Census 2020 New Jersey Municipalities, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Minor Civil Divisions in New Jersey: April 1, 2020 to July 1, 2021, Population Density by County and Municipality: New Jersey, 2020 and 2021, Area Code Lookup - NPA NXX for Robbinsville, NJ, New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA Combined Statistical Area, DP-1 - Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics: 2010 for Robbinsville township, Mercer County, New Jersey, Municipalities Sorted by 2011-2020 Legislative District, Profile of General Demographic Characteristics: 2010 for Robbinsville township, Table 7. The original Project Freedom Robbinsville (NJ) location at 223 Committed to making Robbinsville more inclusive, sustainable and a more transparent place by lifting up all voices in the community and backing important soc. The population density was 671.5 per square mile (259.3/km2). http://www.robbinsville.net. 4. * Continue to make sound decisions for the people of Robbinsville. [26], What is now Robbinsville Township was originally incorporated as Washington Township (named for George Washington[26]) by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 15, 1859, from portions of East Windsor Township. I always want our residents to feel heard and supported. Blakely: I would like to assist the town in the further development of Town Center South. Theres no reason our young people shouldnt have safe places to go and safe things to do. I am very interested in looking into affordable housing for families and I want to continue to find ways to keep the tourists here instead of just driving through. Officially known as Union School 45, the historic Little Red Schoolhouse is the last-remaining of six one-room schoolhouses that served to educate the townships rural farming population from the mid-1800s to 1916. Vice Chair John A. Cimino (D, Hamilton Township, term as commissioner and as vice chair ends 2023),[71] [62], For the 118th United States Congress, New Jersey's 3rd congressional district is represented by Andy Kim (D, Moorestown). Ultimately, I want to see a thriving Main Street and surrounding area, and more opportunities for employment. The two water plants and sewer plant.

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