Dear Neighbors,

I hope all you had a great summer.  Here is a quick update on several projects and events going on in Lumberton. 

Safe Routes to School:  After two years of delays, the township received the final go ahead from the federal department of transportation to use $156,000 in grants to construct 3,000 feet of sidewalk to connect Little Bobby's Run to the Ashbrook School and to install a couple of crosswalks on Municipal Drive. Lumberton is a pilot program for the safe routes to program and one of the first in the state to implement improvements under this program.. The project is expected to be completed by the end of September.

Creek Clearing:  The Burlington County Bridge Commission awarded the contract to clear the third section of the Rancocas Creek debris.  The third section is a three mile stretch and extends from the Main Street Bridge to Eayrestown Road.  The clean up effort is scheduled to begin around October 1st and finish by January.  Last year, the Bridge Commission cleared out the debris from the first section last year.  After this stage, there are two sections remaining to be cleared.  No timeline has been set on for the final two sections of the creek..

Creek Road Resurfacing: The Burlington County Road Department will be resurfacing Creek Road from Main Street to Chase Road starting on or about September 14th. The project is expected to complete within about a week. Last month, the county road department resurfaced Stacie Haines Road from Fostertown Road into Mount Laurel. The county is also expected to start work on Crispin Road bridge replacement later this year.

Other Public Improvements:  On September 1st, the Township Committee approved the installation of sidewalks on Main Street between the cemetery and the Village Green where there is no existing sidewalk already.  Additionally, the Township Committee approved the installation of two flashing speed limit signs on Bobby's Run Boulevard.  Both projects are expect to be completed by the end of the year.

Hurricane Football:  This Lumberton Hurricane Youth Football program has kicked off.  With over 150 players and 60 cheerleaders, the Hurricanes will play their first home games on the new Municipal Football Field at the municipal center on September 26th.  Over 90% of the players are from Lumberton.  The club is planning a big pep rally for the home opener.

Holiday House Tours:   The Lumberton Historical Society is bringing back the Holiday House Tours.  The tours will be held on December 12th starting at 3:00 PM.  Ticket holders will be welcomed into seven Lumberton homes and public spaces all decorated for the holidays. The tour sites will include the beautifully restored home on Glenayre Farm, the spectacular home at Scotia Acres Farm and several significantly historic homes in the Village of Lumberton. The tours will begin at 3:00 PM and end at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are $10 each and available before December 12th at various locations around the area. Tickets will also be available on the tour date at the Ridgeway Gaun Building from 11:00 AM until 6:30 PM. In addition to giving admission to the tour houses, the ticket also includes discounts to area eateries for before or after the tour. For more information, visit www.LumbertonHistoricalSociety.com.

Community Calendar:  Here are some upcoming events in Lumberton.  More events can be found on the Lumberton E-News Community Calendar.  You can also add your own events to the Community Calendar - no middleman!  

• GLRBA Golf Tournament:  The 4th Annual Greater Lumberton Regional Business Association will be held on September 14th at the Ramblewood County Club.  Registration is at 9 AM followed by the shotgun start at 10 AM and dinner at 5 PM.  Proceeds support the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties.  Golfer and sponsor spots are still available.  For more information, contact Eli Goldstein at 702-7971 or visit:  http://golf.glrba.org.
• Community Day:  Community Day will be held on Saturday, October 3rd from 1:00-4:00 PM at the Municipal Complex.  The Rain Date is October 4th.  For information on performing at the event or to become a sponsor, contact the Recreation Department at 267-3217.
• Fire Dept Golf Tournament:  The 4th Annual Lumberton Fire Company Golf Tournament will be held October 5th at the Golden Pheasant Golf Course.  Tickets are $95 per player includes all fees, refreshments and lunch.  Tee off is a scramble start at 9:00 AM.  Proceeds are used to purchase equipment for the Lumberton volunteer Fire Department.  Click here for more information.
• Psycho Trail Halloween Event:  The Lumberton Recreation Department will host the Psycho Trail Halloween Event at the Village Green on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from October 15th - November 1st.  To volunteer or to learn more, visit the Recreation Department's web site.
• Halloween Parade and Party:  This year's Halloween Party will be held on Saturday, October 17th from 1:00-3:00 PM at the FL Walther School.  The parade starts at 1:00 PM sharp followed by music, games, and more fun.  For more information, contact the Recreation Department at recreation@lumbertontwp.com. 
• Identity Theft Seminar:  The Lumberton Police Department will provide a Identity Theft Seminar on November 19th at 6:30 PM  at the Municipal Center.  The seminar is open to everyone and will discuss how to protect yourself from identity theft and what to do if you become a victim.    
• Grease Band Concert Fundraiser:  The Grease Band will play at the Rancocas Valley Regional High School Performing Arts Center on November 27th at 7:30 AM.  The Grease Band plays music from the '60's, 70's and 80's.  Tickets are $25 and proceeds support the upkeep of the Gaun Building and snack sales support the Rancocas Valley's Project Graduation.  For more information, contact Doris Priest at 267-4067.  
• Senior Citizen Holiday Party:  The annual Senior Holiday Party will be held on Sunday, December 6th from 1:00-3:00 PM at the Lumberton Middle School.  To reserve tickets, contact the Recreation Department at 267-3217.
• Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony:   The Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at 6:00 PM on Sunday, December 6th at the Municipal Center.  In addition to the Tree Lighting, there will be entertainment and light refreshments.
• Historical Society Cookie Sale:  The Lumberton Historical Society will hold a Cookie Sale on December 12th from 11:00-3:00 PM at the Gaun Building prior to the Holiday House Tour.
• Bike Registration:  The Lumberton Police Department will host a Bike Registration Forum on January 18th from 9:00-11:00 AM.  The goal of the program is to encourage residents to register their bikes with the Police Department so that if the bikes are ever stolen it will make it easier to recover the bikes and convict those charged with the crime.

As always, thanks for reading and thanks for your continued support.  

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