The Health Department reminds all dog owners that you must renew your dog's license for 2014 before January 31, 2014.  A copy of the license application can be found here.  In order to receive a license, the dog must have a  rabies vaccination that is valid until at least November 1, 2014.  If you wish to come in to the Health Department for a license, please call 973-267-8000, ext 1968 for an appointment. 

The Department of Public Works is adding a Recycling day on Saturday December 28, 2013, because of Christmas and New Years Day being on Wednesdays this year.

At August’s Township Committee Meeting, Sergeant Giansanti urged residents to take a few simple precautions to help safeguard their homes:

• Make your residence appear occupied when not at home.
• Leave multiple lights on timers that go on and off at different times.
• When away secure all doors and windows.
• If you have an alarm, set it.
• Advise your neighbors to retrieve your mail and newspapers.
• If comfortable, allow family members and neighbors to park their cars in your driveway.
• Advise HTPD to perform periodic house checks when away.

In the wake of the two storms of late fall last year, many people have inquired about using portable generators during storm events.  Portable generators are very attractive for emergency situations, but harbor significant safety risks and operational considerations.  The Harding Township Local Emergency Planning Committee in conjuction with Jersey Central Power and Light recommends you follow these safety tips on the use of your portable generator.