CONTENTS 02 AROUND THE COUNTY News and updates from County elected officials 04 MIDDLESEX COUNTY PARTNERS WITH RUTGERS ATHLETICS County and Rutgers enter into letter of intent regarding a home field for Rutgers baseball 06 PROTECTING MIDDLESEX COUNTY Since 1992, the Middlesex County Fire Academy has trained firefighters from throughout the County and beyond 08 CELEBRATE MIDDLESEX County offices showcase their services during free annual event 10 CULTIVATING THE NEXT CROP OF FARMERS Learn how Middlesex County is supporting farmers through educational and mentorship programs 12 ART ON DISPLAY: MIDDLESEX COUNTY MURAL DESIGN CONTEST See the winning design for Middlesex County’s first Mural Design Contest
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Shanti Narra, Deputy Director Chair, Public Safety & Health Committee Claribel A. Azcona-Barber Chair, Community Services Committee Charles Kenny Chair, Transportation Committee Ronald G. Rios, Director Chair, Administration, Ex-Officio Chair of All Committees
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Leslie Koppel Chair, Finance Committee
Chanelle Scott McCullum Chair, Economic Development Committee
Charles E. Tomaro Chair, Infrastructure Committee
THE COVER
CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
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HONORING THEIR SERVICE Firefighters play such an important role in our communities, putting their own lives at risk to protect us all. Our story on page 6 highlights their dedication and the best-in-class training they receive at the Middlesex County Fire Academy. The cover image was captured in the Independence Engine & Hose Co. #1 firehouse on North Broadway in South Amboy. Established in 1890, Independence Engine & Hose Co. #1 is one of five fire companies in the all-volunteer South Amboy Fire Department. On September 11, 2001, as part of the Middlesex County Taskforce, seven members of Independence Engine & Hose Co. #1 responded to the City of New York for mutual aid. Their 24-hour cover assignment was at Engine 219 / Ladder 105 located on Dean Street in Brooklyn.
Nancy J. Pinkin County Clerk
Mildred S. Scott Sheriff
ABOUT THE MAGAZINE The Your Middlesex County magazine is a 16-page publication produced three times a year and mailed to every household in Middlesex County, NJ. The magazine shares the latest news and events from around Middlesex County. It also features information on programs, initiatives, and capital projects spearheaded by County offices for the benefit of residents and the business community – to ensure Middlesex County is the best place to live, work, and play. The magazine is produced on behalf of the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners.
Claribel Cortes Surrogate
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