Borough of High Bridge

07/31/2026

Notice to Residents and Businesses regarding
Illicit Connections and Improper Disposal of Waste

As part of the Borough’s NJ Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) permit obligations, this notice is provided to alert the public of prohibited discharges into the Borough’s stormwater collection system, including the following:

Illicit Connections
Per NJDEP and High Bridge Borough regulations, an “Illicit connection” is any physical or non-physical connection that discharges the following to a municipal separate storm
sewer system. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged through an illicit connection to High Bridge Borough’s municipal separate storm sewer system, including any domestic sewage, non-contact cooling water, process wastewater, or other industrial waste (other than stormwater).

Improper Disposal of Waste
Per NJDEP and High Bridge Borough regulations, the spilling, dumping, or disposal of materials other than stormwater to the municipal separate storm sewer system operated by the Borough of High Bridge is prohibited. The spilling, dumping, or disposal of materials other than stormwater in such a manner as to cause the discharge of pollutants to the municipal separate storm sewer system is also prohibited with the following exceptions:
- Water line flushing and discharges from potable water sources.
- Uncontaminated groundwater (e.g., infiltration, crawl space or basement sump pumps, foundation or footing drains).
- Air conditioning condensate (excluding contact and non-contact cooling water).
- Irrigation water (including landscape and lawn watering runoff).
- Flows from springs, riparian habitats and wetlands, water reservoir discharges and diverted stream flows.
- Residential car washing water, and residential swimming pool discharges.
- Sidewalk, driveway and street wash water.
- Flows from firefighting activities.
- Flows from rinsing of the following equipment with clean water: Equipment used in the application of salt and de-icing materials immediately following salt and de-icing material applications.
Please help the Borough minimize stormwater pollution in its waterways.

Thank you!

01/07/2026

🎄Christmas Tree Pick-Up this season will be the following Fridays:
- January 9th
- January 16th
- January 23rd (this is the LAST pick-up day)
*please note that dates are subject to change, especially as the weather plays a big role this time of year.

Important notes:
🚧 Please do not place trees where they will obstruct traffic or parking.
🎄 Remember to remove all ornaments, lights, other decorations, and tree stands. Decorated trees, artificial trees, and wreaths will not be collected.
🙋 Questions or concerns can be directed to the Director of the Department of Public Works, Brandon Metz, at [email protected].

01/06/2026

12/30/2025

Christmas Tree Pick-Up this season will be the following Fridays:
- January 9th
- January 16th
- January 23rd (this is the LAST pick-up day)
*please note that dates are subject to change, especially as the weather plays a big role this time of year.

Important notes:

🚗 Please do not place trees where they will obstruct traffic or parking.

🎄 Remember to remove all ornaments, lights, other decorations, and tree stands. Decorated trees, artificial trees, and wreaths will not be collected.

🙋 Questions or concerns can be directed to the Director of the Department of Public Works, Brandon Metz, at [email protected].

12/19/2025

🍂 FALL LEAF COLLECTION RESUMING MONDAY!

Due to the weather, fall leaf collection was delayed in some areas.

Leaf pickup in the Jenny Jump and Solitude Village areas will resume next week starting Monday, December 22nd.

Fairview Avenue, Hart Street, Union Avenue, and Center Street will be picked up the week of December 29th.

The following areas have been completed for the year:
- West Main
- Larrison
- Sillverthorne
- Stillwell
- Robin
- Woodland
- Arch
- Dewey
- Highland
- East Main
- Tisco
- Patton
- Berrywood
- Manning
- Church Street Area

For questions, please contact the Director of the Department of Public Works, Brandon Metz at:
- [email protected]
- 908-638-6455 option 4 or ext. 41

12/18/2025

Holiday Emergency Services Vehicle Parade:
12/19/2025 🚓🚑🚒🎅

Parade: Procession / Predetermined route
Start: 6:00PM

ROUTE:
● Exit parking lot East onto Washington Avenue
● Right on Dewey Avenue
● Right on Berrywood Avenue
● Left on Michael Lane
● Left on Dewey Avenue
● Right on Patton Street
● Right on Dewey Avenue
● Right on Washington Avenue
● Right on East Main Street
● Left on Highland Avenue
● Right on Washington Avenue
● Right on Wilson Avenue
● Left on Watergate Drive
● Right on Northwood Drive
● Right on Village Square
● Left on King Hill Drive
● Right on Mark Drive
● Right on Pleasant Road
● Left on Deer Run
● Right on Wilson Avenue
● Left on Washington Avenue
● Left on Arch Street
● Right on West Main Street
● Right on Bridge Street
● Left on Main Street
● Right on Church Street
● Left on Seal Street
● Left on Mine Road
● Left on Thomas Street
● Continue to Prospect Street
● Continue to Taylor Street
● Left on Mine Road
● Right on Fairview Avenue
● Left on Larrison Road
● Right on Cregar Avenue
● Left on Cregar Road
● Left on Stillwell Road
● Left on Woodland Terrace
● Right on Stillwell Road
● Left on Cregar Road
● Left on West Main Street
● Right on Hillcrest Lane
● Right on Sunset Drive
● Left on Jane Lane
● Left on Hillcrest Lane
● Left on Mary Jo Crest
● Right on Sunset Drive
● Right on Hillcrest Lane
● Left on Valley View Road
● Continue to Lake Avenue
● Left on Beavers Street
● Right on Walnut Street
● Right on Sylvan Road
● Left on Lake Avenue
● Continue to Ridge Road
● Left on Dennis Avenue
● Right on Walnut Street
● Right on Beavers Street
● Left on Hoffman Road
● Right on West Main Street
● END

12/17/2025

Reminder! Tomorrow (Thursday) at 7:30pm is the last High Bridge Borough Council Meeting for 2025.

Agenda:https://highbridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Agenda-2025.pdf

Supporting Documents:https://highbridge.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Draft-Supporting-Documents-2025-1.pdf

12/14/2025

CANCELLED. Stay safe everyone!

Happy holidays everyone!
The High Bridge Historical Committee is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting Santa at our upcoming Solitude Open House on Sunday, December 14th! Please join us at the Solitude House Museum for this free event to get pictures taken with Santa, and to paint home-made wooden ornaments!

12/12/2025

With many e-bikes and other battery-powered gifts sure to be on Santa’s list this year, now is the perfect time to review some simple lithium-ion battery safety tips.

Lithium-ion batteries power everything from e-bikes and scooters to toys, tools, and tablets, and while they work well, they can fail suddenly if damaged, overheated, or charged improperly.

When a lithium-ion battery enters thermal runaway, it can release toxic smoke, superheated gases, and rapid bursts of flame that can fill a room in seconds.

To help keep your family safe when using lithium-ion batteries, you should:

✔️ Check batteries regularly for swelling, punctures, or other damage
✔️ Use only manufacturer-approved chargers
✔️ Store batteries away from heaters, sunlight, or other heat sources
✔️ Never charge e-bikes or scooters inside your home

A few simple precautions can make all the difference. Stay safe!

12/09/2025

The holiday season is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it magical for children in need!

When you give today, you'll help us fill our toy box with gifts and ensure every child has a present to open his holiday season. Your contribution, no matter the size, will go a long way in bringing smiles and joy to children who need it most.

The drop box is located inside Borough Hall during business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. The last day to drop toys is December 15th.

97 West Main Street, High Bridge