Upper Township

3 days ago

🎨 CALLING ALL LOCAL ARTISTS: HELP US DESIGN UPPER TOWNSHIP'S NEW OUTDOOR FITNESS COURT STUDIO!

Upper Township has been selected as a 2026 Horizon BCBS-NJ Grant Recipient to bring a world-class National Fitness Campaign outdoor Fitness Court Studio to our community. We are looking for a talented local artist to create a unique public mural that tells our community's story.

Because our construction timeline is moving fast, we are launching a 14-day flash Call for Artists to find our designer.

👀 WANT TO SEE THE CANVAS?
To see exactly what the studio looks like, see where the artwork goes, and research examples of what other communities have done, check out the official campaign gallery here:

💰 THE SELECTED ARTIST WILL RECEIVE
* A 5000 dollar grant awarded directly to the artist by the National Fitness Campaign.
* Permanent regional exposure, including your portrait, signature, and bio featured right on the Fitness Court side panels.

📋 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS AND RULES:
* The Canvas: The artist will design a massive 32 feet wide by 7 feet high rear mural wall, along with four smaller front wall windows.
* The Theme: Artwork must be art-focused, vibrant, and celebrate local or regional values.
* Age Requirement: Artists must be 14 years or older and able to provide a W-9.
* Strict Exclusions: To meet national campaign standards, the art cannot include any text, slogans, or commercial ads. It cannot feature images of playgrounds, young children, skateboarding, skate parks, or non-NFC fitness gear like weights and treadmills.
* Digital Format: Submissions must be high-resolution digital files, preferably vector graphics created in Adobe Illustrator, PDF, EPS, or SVG. Please note that Procreate files or standard PNGs cannot scale to this size and will not be accepted.

📅 HOW TO APPLY:
Submissions open today, June 1, 2026, and close in exactly 14 days on June 15, 2026.

For full technical specifications, dimension templates, and submission instructions, please access our public folder here:
https://uppertwp-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/…

📧 QUESTIONS?
You can contact administration@uppertownship.com with any questions regarding the application process.

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Upper Township

6 days ago

🚲🔥 Get Ready for High-Flying Action! 🔥🚲

The Dialed Action Sports BMX Show is rolling into town—and you won’t want to miss it!

🎉 Join us for this FREE community event sponsored by the Gene Sole Scholarship and experience jaw-dropping tricks, big air, and nonstop excitement as professional BMX riders take over the park!

🗓 Friday, June 5, 2026
📍 Freeman S. Douglass, Jr. Memorial Park
📍 676 Shore Rd, Cape May, NJ
⏰ Showtime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Gates open at 5:15 PM)
🎁 Bonus: Free bike gear giveaways (first come, first serve!)

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come cheer on these incredible athletes as they show off their skills and put Sole back in RIDE!

👉 For more info: Jodi Corbett at (609) 522-5960 or Jodi@CapeAssist.org

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Upper Township

1 week ago

📢 JOB POSTING UPDATE & NEW OPPORTUNITY 📢

The application window for the Keyboarding Clerk 1 vacancy with Upper Township will officially close today, May 28th, at 4:00 PM.

We want to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who took the time to submit an application. We have received a fantastic response from the community!

--> What Happens Next for Clerk 1 Applicants?

--> Application Review: Our administration team is beginning a thorough review and evaluation process for all submissions.

--> Timeline: Due to the high volume of interest, this screening phase will take some time as we carefully consider each candidate's qualifications.

--> Next Steps: If your application is selected to move forward to the interview stage, a representative from the township will reach out to you directly.

🌟 WE ARE HIRING: PART-TIME RECREATION LEADER 🌟

While the clerk application window is closing, we are actively seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and energetic individuals to join our team as Part-Time Recreation Leaders at the Upper Township Community Center!

If you love working with people, have great energy, and want a rewarding role leading youth programs, after-school activities, sports, and community events, we want to hear from you.

💵 Compensation:

--> $20.00 Per Hour (Competitive hourly rate based on experience)

--> Opportunity for additional hours during school breaks, holidays, or special events.

⏰ Schedule & Hours:

--> Approximately 15–25 hours per week (varies seasonally based on program needs).

--> Primarily afternoons (typically 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM or similar shifts).

--> Weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday shifts, mornings and/or afternoons).

📋 Key Responsibilities:

--> Plan, organize, and lead recreational activities including games, sports, arts & crafts, and special events.

--> Supervise participants and ensure a fun, safe, and inclusive environment at all times.

--> Set up and clean up activity areas and equipment.

--> Interact positively with participants, parents, and community members.

--> Assist with program registration and basic record-keeping.

🎓 Qualifications:

--> Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or equivalent.

--> Upper Township residency is preferred (but not required).

--> Experience working with children, youth programs, or sports is preferred.

--> Reliable, punctual, and strong communication skills.

--> Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and remain active/on your feet during shifts.

--> Must pass a criminal history background check and fingerprinting in accordance with State law and Township policy.

--> CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within the first month).

--> Completion of JIF-approved ‘Protecting Children from Abuse’ training within 30 days of hire.

👉 How to Apply:
Apply online directly through the Upper Township employment portal here:
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Upper Township

1 week ago

🇺🇸 UPPER TOWNSHIP, IT IS TIME TO HONOR OUR HEROES! 🇺🇸

We are incredibly excited to officially launch the Upper Township Hometown Heroes Banner Program!

This is your chance to proudly recognize the military service members and veterans in your family. Imagine a stunning 24x48 inch tribute to your hero flying high at Caldwell Park, Amanda's Field, or Beesley's Point all summer long!

Here is everything you need to know to get your hero on the map:

⭐ THE DISPLAY: Banners will fly proudly every year from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Once installed, we will personally notify you of your banner's exact location.
⭐ THE DEADLINE: The ordering window is OPEN NOW! Banners are ordered in batches, and to guarantee your banner is flying for the upcoming Memorial Day, your application must be in by March 15th, 2027.
⭐ THE COST: The initial sponsorship is $220, which covers the custom printed banner and the necessary mounting hardware. Future replacement banners are just $110.
⭐ HOW TO APPLY: At this time, we are only accepting physical payments. Please mail or drop off your application with cash or a check (payable to the Township of Upper) to Town Hall at 2100 Tuckahoe Road.

Ready to get started? Check out the banner on our homepage for a step by step guide, or click the direct link below to download your application today!

👉 https://uppertownship.com/hometown-hero-banner-pro…

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Upper Township

1 week ago

Dear Residents,

See below for dates, times, and locations of early voting.Early voting begins Tuesday, May 26th! ✅
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Please be aware that the voting areas will have different operating hours than the library.
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