🎙️ Producer's NotesTwo items had links but no descriptive body text in the source and were omitted from the audio script: "Schedule for Safety" (CVS scheduling link) and "Mobile Food Pantry." Same for "Operation Blue Angel" and the LTPD LinkedIn item under Police, which were link-only.Several items are dated "today," August 20th: the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee meeting (canceled), the Election Board Worker Recruitment Day Celebration, and the Lawrence Historical Society walking tour. If this episode publishes after August 20th, these will be past events.The "Township Quick Links" resource list and general social media links were not read aloud but are included below for reference.Volunteer opportunity links (Lawrence Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, Lawrence Township Community Foundation) had no descriptive text in the source beyond the organization names.📋 Township AnnouncementsBulk Waste Collection — Friday, August 28th. Three items max, fifty pounds each. Contact Public Works for an appointment. DetailsRamp Closure — I-295 southbound, Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound, closed through August for a noise barrier project. DetailsMunicipal Address Update — PO Box 6006 discontinued. New mailing address: Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648. Details💰 Tax CollectorItemDetail3rd Quarter Bills | Mailed August 6th, extended due date Deadline | Tuesday, September 8th, close of business, no grace period Late Payment | Interest charged back to August 1st Contact | 609-844-7041🚒 Emergency ManagementLawrence Township Fire Department (Station 20) and West Windsor Fire Department held a joint training drill August 18th at Mercer County Lake, led by Deputy Fire Chief Ray Nagy. Contact: 609-844-7116.🏃 Recreation DepartmentFall & Winter programs open for registration. Learn moreHiring: full-time Recreation Leader. ApplyJunior Wrestling: Lawrence Middle School, Mon/Tue/Thu, 6:00–8:00 PM, begins mid-November. RegisterAdult Walking Program: Mondays 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 9:00–9:45 AM. Starts at Village Park (Yeger Pavilion). RegisterSenior Center: August Calendar | Senior Connect | 609-844-7048Contact: 609-844-7067🏥 Health DepartmentNursing services (vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring, resource assistance): 609-844-7094Dog Licensing: Animal Control contacting 500+ delinquent owners; summonses possible starting June; $9 late fee; rabies vaccination must be valid through November 2026. ApplicationFree at-home COVID-19 test kits, while supplies last. DetailsContact: 609-844-7089👮 Police DepartmentThanks to Elwood Dasher (Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Coordinator, Arrive Together Liaison) for supporting Operation Helping Hand and the Arrive Together program at TASK Trenton.Officer Na'Air Campbell partnered with Home Instead (Sabrina Schaller); earlier gave a fraud-awareness presentation to Home Instead clients.Hiring: Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators. Submit resume🗓️ Boards & CommitteesMeetingDateTimeDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (CANCELED) | Thursday, August 20 | 6:30 PM Shade Tree Advisory Committee | Monday, August 24 | 7:00 PM Lawrence Alcohol and Drug Alliance | Tuesday, August 25 | 9:00 AM Environmental Resources & Green Advisory Committee | Tuesday, August 25 | 7:00 PMSchedule subject to change for reorganization. Municipal Clerk: 609-844-7001. Meeting info🎉 Community EventsEventDate/TimeLocationElection Board Worker Recruitment Day | Thu, Aug 20, 5:00 PM | Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave, Ewing Lawrence Historical Society Village Walking Tour | Thu, Aug 20, 5:45–6:15 PM | Weeden Park Sound Bath for Relaxation | Aug 21 | LTEEF Yoga in Nature / Plant Swap | Aug 22 | LTEEF Vigil of American Revolution Remembrance | Aug 26 | LTEEF Sound Bath for Relaxation | Sep 6 | LTEEF National Trail Mix Day | Sep 9 | LTEEF Sound Bath for Relaxation | Sep 18 | LTEEF MCLS Book Festival | Sat, Sep 26, 10 AM–3 PM | Lawrence Headquarters Branch Full Moon Ride & Walk | Sat, Sep 26, 6:45 PM | Rosedale ParkLTEEF = Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation. LTEEF Events | Book Festival Calendar | Full Moon RegistrationLawrence Hopewell Trail is collecting used children's bikes for its Spokes & Skills program. Contact: claire@lhtrail.org🤝 Community ResourcesEmergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA): DetailsMercer County Cooling Centers: DetailsMercer County Food Finder: Find foodNJ Disability Information Hub: DetailsMental health/substance use crisis: Call or text 988. 988lifeline.orgVolunteer: Lawrence Historical Society | Meals on Wheels | Lawrence Township Community Foundation📞 Quick Contact ReferenceDepartmentPhoneTax Collector | 609-844-7041 Emergency Management | 609-844-7116 Recreation Department | 609-844-7067 Senior Center | 609-844-7048 Health Department | 609-844-7089 Municipal Clerk | 609-844-7001Source: Latest in Lawrence, August 20, 2026 | Township Website

Producer's Notes:Sourced directly from the newsletter link (no PDF needed) — this ActiveCampaign link fetched cleanly.Omitted from the script (link-only or header-only, no body text): "Schedule for Safety," "Mobile Food Pantry," LTPD LinkedIn, Operation Blue Angel, the general social media follow buttons, and the Township Quick Links list. All are preserved below for reference.The I-295 ramp closure item states it began "beginning June 4th," but appears in this August 13th newsletter with no updated end date — flagging this discrepancy in case it's stale content carried over from an earlier issue.Content includes a mental health crisis resource (988) sourced directly from the newsletter; kept as-is since it's a standard, family-friendly public service listing. 📢 Township Announcements$2 Million Grant for the Lawrence Neighborhood Center, secured by State Senator Shirley Turner, for repairs and code compliance.Ramp Closure: I-295 southbound, Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound, closed/detoured through August for a noise barrier project. (See date discrepancy note above.)New Mailing Address: PO Box 6006 discontinued. Mail correspondence and payments to Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648. 💰 Tax CollectorItemDetailBills mailed | August 6, 2026 Payment deadline (no penalty) | Tuesday, September 8, close of business Late interest applies from | August 1, 2026 Contact | 609-844-7041 🏃 Recreation DepartmentFall & Winter programs open for registration — check back weekly.Lawrence Lightning Swim Team registration open; new swimmer evaluations late September (TBD).Adult Walking Program: Mondays 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 9:00–9:45 AM, starting at Village Park (Yeger Pavilion).Senior Center: August calendar & Senior Connect available online. Call 609-844-7048 to register.General Recreation contact: 609-844-7067. 🏥 Health DepartmentNursing services (vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring, community resource assistance): 609-844-7094.Dog Licensing: 500+ delinquent-license owners being contacted; summonses possible starting June; $9 late fee in effect; rabies vaccinations must be valid through November 2026. Contact Clerk's Office with questions.Free at-home COVID-19 test kits available while supplies last.General Health Dept. contact: 609-844-7089. 🚓 Police DepartmentEventDateTimeLocationBlood Drive (with American Red Cross) | Wed, August 19 | 2:00–9:00 PM | 2211 Lawrence RoadNow hiring: Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators (dispatchers). Resumes: LawrencePolice@LawrenceTwp.com. 🗳️ Boards & CommitteesDayMeetingTimeStatusMon, Aug 17 | Planning Board | 7:00 PM | Canceled Tue, Aug 18 | Township Council | 6:00 PM | Meeting as scheduled Wed, Aug 19 | Zoning Board | 7:00 PM | Canceled Thu, Aug 20 | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee | 6:30 PM | CanceledSchedule subject to change for reorganization — check the township website. 🌳 Community Resources & EventsEventDateTimeLocationBrearley House Tour (Lawrence Historical Society) | Sun, Aug 16 | 2:15 PM | 100 Meadow Road Election Board Worker Recruitment Day | Thu, Aug 20 | 5:00 PM | Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave, Ewing Full Moon Ride & Walk | Sat, Sep 26 | 6:45 PM | Rosedale ParkBike donations needed for Spokes & Skills youth cycling program: claire@lhtrail.orgERMA (Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance): help for eligible homeowners with COVID-related financial hardship.Mercer County Cooling Centers list (updated during heat waves).Mercer County Food Finder: 100+ food pantries, youth meals, grab-and-go options.Mercer County Library System events calendar (Lawrence Branch).NJ Disability Information Hub (new statewide resource site).Crisis support: Call or text 988 for mental health/substance use support.Volunteer opportunities: Lawrence Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, Lawrence Township Community Foundation.

Show Notes (Transistor.fm)📝 Producer's NotesOmitted from audio (header-only, no body text in source): "A Sight for Healthy Eyes," "Mobile Food Pantry," "Do You Need Assistance?" nursing box, "LTPD LinkedIn," "Operation Blue Angel."The I-295/Route 206 ramp closure began June 4th and is described as continuing "through August" — it may be nearing its end; worth double-checking current status before the next episode.Today's newsletter date (August 6th) coincides with one of the listed committee meetings (Recreation Advisory Committee), which is canceled.💧 Township NewsItemDetailsBoil Water Advisory | Lifted. Flush taps 3–5 min, clean ice makers, drain water heaters below 113°F, regenerate softeners, drain tank water in tall buildings. Ramp Closure | I-295 SB Exit 69B to Rt 206 SB closed/detoured, June 4–August, due to noise barrier project (Lawrence, Mercer County). Mailing Address Update | PO Box 6006 discontinued. New address: Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648.💰 Tax Collector 3rd quarter 2026 tax bills mailed August 6th; amounts available online. Pay by Tuesday, September 8th (close of business) to avoid penalty — no grace period. Late interest accrues back to August 1st. 📞 (609) 844-7041🏀 Recreation DepartmentFall & Winter programs: registration info coming weekly.Youth Basketball: clinics/leagues for grades 1–8 (boys & girls) and high school. Begins Saturdays, December 5th (HS league December 12th).Hula Hoop Fitness: Session 2, Aug 18–Sept 29, Lawrence Veterans Park. Level 1: 5–6 PM; Level 2: 6:15–7:15 PM. New drop-in option available.Senior Center: August calendar & Senior Connect online. Register: (609) 844-7048.  📞 (609) 844-7067🏥 Health DepartmentDog Licensing: 500+ delinquent owners being contacted; summonses possible starting June. $9 late fee in effect. Rabies vaccination must be valid through November 2026.Free at-home COVID-19 test kits available (while supplies last), courtesy of Mercer County.Nursing services: vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring, community resource assistance.  📞 (609) 844-7089🚓 Police DepartmentBlood Drive with American Red Cross: Wednesday, August 19th, 2–9 PM, 2211 Lawrence Road. Sponsor code: LawrencevillePDCommunity.Hiring: Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators (dispatchers). Resumes: LawrencePolice@LawrenceTwp.com🗓️ Boards & CommitteesMeetingDateTimeStatusRecreation Advisory Committee | Thu, Aug 6 | 6:30 PM | Canceled Historic Preservation Committee | Mon, Aug 10 | 7:30 PM | Canceled Business & Economic Growth Committee | Tue, Aug 11 | 7:00 PM | Meeting as scheduled Senior Executive Committee | Wed, Aug 12 | 9:30 AM | CanceledSchedule subject to change during reorganization — check the township website.  📞 Municipal Clerk: (609) 844-7001🌐 Community ResourcesElection Board Worker Recruitment Day Celebration — Mercer County Board of Elections. Thu, Aug 20, 5 PM, Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave, Ewing.Full Moon Ride & Walk — Lawrence Hopewell Trail. Sat, Sept 26, 6:45 PM, Rosedale Park.Bike Donations Needed — for Spokes & Skills youth cycling program (w/ Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County). Contact: claire@lhtrail.orgEmergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) — for eligible homeowners with COVID-related hardship. Must own/occupy 1–4 unit primary residence, meet income limits, and have been current on mortgage/taxes as of Jan 2020.Mercer County Cooling Centers — updated during heat waves.Mercer County Food Finder — 100+ food pantries, youth meals, grab-n-go options.MCLS Community Events — check calendar for Lawrence Branch events.NJ Disability Information Hub (DIH) — resources for people with disabilities, families, and caregivers.Crisis Support — Call/text 988 for suicide prevention and mental health/substance use crisis support.Volunteer Opportunities — Lawrence Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, Lawrence Township Community Foundation.

📝 Producer's Notes The "Mobile Food Pantry" section header in the source newsletter had no accompanying body text; the content beneath it was actually the coyote safety alert. Mobile Food Pantry was omitted from the script; flagging in case a follow-up with the township is needed to recover that content. The I-295 ramp closure is described as beginning June 4th and running through August, meaning it predates this newsletter's July 30th date. Included in the script as an ongoing/current closure since August is still ahead. Several newsletter items were link-only or visual with no body text and were omitted from the audio script: Operation Blue Angel, the LTPD LinkedIn follow prompt, and several Community Resources listings (Mortgage Assistance/ERMA, Mercer County Cooling Centers, Mercer County Food Finder, MCLS Community Events, NJ Disability Information Hub, and Volunteer Opportunities links). These are preserved below so no information is lost. 🏛️ Township Announcements Bulk Waste Collection — Friday, July 31st. Three bulky items max, 50 lbs. each. Contact Public Works to schedule. Details Ramp Closure — I-295 southbound, Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound, closed since June 4th through August for noise barrier construction. Details Municipal Address Update — PO Box 6006 discontinued. New mailing address: Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648. Details 💰 Tax Collector Item Detail 3rd Quarter Tax Amounts Available on township website Bills Mailed End of July Deadline (no penalty) Tuesday, Sept. 8, close of business Late Interest Applied retroactive to Aug. 1 Contact 609-844-7041 | website 🌳 Public Works Brush Pile Update — Pile length temporarily extended to 25 ft. for July only. Branches ≤6" diameter, ≤3 ft. length; pile height ≤3 ft. No stumps in roadway. Place at curb the weekend before your zone's collection. Contact: 609-587-1894 | website 🏃 Recreation Department Program Details Fall & Winter Programs Registration info to follow — Learn more Zumba Fitness w/ Sylvia Mon., Aug 3, 10, 17, 6–7 PM, Lawrence Senior Center (30 E Darrah Ln.) — Register Senior Center Activities July Calendar | Senior Connect — register at 609-844-7048 Contact: 609-844-7067 🏥 Health Department Coyote Safety Alert — Never feed wildlife; leash dogs; don't approach or photograph coyotes; make noise if one approaches. Report sick/injured coyotes: Animal Control 609-844-7092 or NJ Fish and Wildlife 908-735-8793. Nursing Services — Vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring, community resource assistance. Contact: 609-844-7094. Dog Licensing — 500+ delinquent license notices sent; summonses possible starting June. $9 late fee in effect; rabies vaccination must be valid through Nov. 2026. Application | Questions: Clerk's Office, 609-844-7000. Free COVID Test Kits — Available while supplies last, provided by Mercer County. Details Contact: 609-844-7089 | website 🚓 Police Department Event Date/Time Location National Night Out Tue., Aug 4, 5:30–8 PM 2207 Lawrence Road Blood Drive (w/ Red Cross) Wed., Aug 19, 2–9 PM 2211 Lawrence Road — Schedule (code: LawrencevillePDCommunity) Hiring — Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators (dispatchers). Submit resume Also mentioned in source (link/visual only, omitted from script): LTPD LinkedIn, Operation Blue Angel registration 🗓️ Boards & Committees Meeting Date Time Status Planning Board Mon., Aug 3 7:00 PM Confirmed Trails, Open Space & Stewardship Advisory Committee Wed., Aug 5 7:30 PM Canceled Recreation Advisory Committee Thu., Aug 6 6:30 PM Canceled Schedule subject to change for reorganization; check the township website for updates. Municipal Clerk: 609-844-7001. 🤝 Community Resources Creek Walk and Talk (Lawrence Environmental Education Foundation) — Aug 5, 5:30–7 PM, Lawrence Township Nature Center, 481 Drexel Ave. RSVP Election Board Worker Recruitment Day (Mercer County Board of Elections) — Thu., Aug 20, 5:00 PM, Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave, Ewing. Application Full Moon Ride & Walk (Lawrence Hopewell Trail) — Sat., Sept 26, 6:45 PM, Rosedale Park. Register Bike Donations Needed (Lawrence Hopewell Trail / Spokes & Skills) — Contact: claire@lhtrail.org 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call/text 988 for crisis support. Details Also listed, link-only, omitted from script: Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program, Mercer County Cooling Centers, Mercer County Food Finder, MCLS Community Events, NJ Disability Information Hub, Volunteer Opportunities (Lawrence Historical Society, Meals on Wheels, Lawrence Township Community Foundation)

📋 Producer's NotesThe ramp closure item (Interstate 295 southbound Exit 69B to Route 206) lists a start date of June 4th, which predates this issue's July 23rd publication. It appears unchanged/recurring content from the source newsletter. Included as published; recommend verifying current status before airing if closure has since resolved.The Mobile Food Pantry item lists four Monday dates (July 6, 13, 20, 27); the first three had already passed as of this newsletter's July 23rd date. Only July 27th is noted as upcoming in the script.The Police Department's community partnership item originally read "Yesterday" with no absolute date given. The script substitutes "recently" for clarity, since the newsletter provides no specific date.Several general/boilerplate resource links (Mercer County Food Finder, NJ Disability Information Hub, Mercer County Cooling Centers, MCLS Community Events, full ERMA eligibility criteria) were condensed into brief mentions in the audio script to preserve runtime. Full details are preserved below.The Spring & Summer Recreation Programs promo and the food safety infographic contained no newsletter-specific dates or new details beyond general encouragement/tips, so they were summarized briefly rather than read in full. 🏘️ Township AnnouncementsItemDateDetailsBulk Waste Collection | Friday, July 31 | Three items max, 50 lbs. each; call Public Works to schedule I-295 Ramp Closure | Beginning June 4, through August | Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound closed for noise barrier project Mailing Address Update | Ongoing | P.O. Box 6006 discontinued; mail correspondence to Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648Tax Collector: Third quarter 2026 tax amounts are posted online. Bills mail end of July; last day to pay without penalty is Tuesday, September 8 (close of business). Late payments accrue interest back to August 1. 📞 609-844-7041Public Works Brush Pile Update: Temporary 25-foot brush pile length permitted for July collections only. Standard rules on branch size, height, and placement still apply. 📞 609-587-1894 🎨 Recreation & SeniorsSpring & Summer Recreation Programs – ongoing registration; check weekly for updates. [Learn more]Summer Art Camp, Session 2 – August 3–7, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Lawrence Nature Center, grades 3–8. [Register]Freestyle Craft Club – Mondays, 1:00 PM, Art Room, Lawrence Senior Center (30 East Darrah Lane). Call 609-844-7048 to sign up.Senior Center July Calendar & Senior Connect – available via the Township website. 📞 609-844-7048 🏥 Health DepartmentFood Safety Tips: Wash hands often, cook to safe temperatures, use separate equipment for raw/cooked foods, keep kitchens clean, and discard spoiled or expired food.Mobile Food Pantry (Arm In Arm): Mondays, 2:00–4:00 PM, Lawrence Headquarters Branch (2751 Brunswick Pike). Remaining July date: July 27. 📞 609-882-9246Nursing Services: Vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring, and community resource assistance for homebound residents in designated rural areas. 📞 609-844-7094Dog Licensing: Animal Control contacting 500+ delinquent license holders; summonses possible for unlicensed dogs. $9 late fee in effect; rabies vaccinations must be valid through November 2026.Free COVID-19 Test Kits: Available while supplies last, Municipal Building North Entrance, 2207 Lawrenceville Road, Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. 📞 609-844-7089 👮 Police DepartmentCommunity Partnership: Chief Kevin Reading and Mental Health/Substance Use Coordinator Elwood Dasher recently met with You Are Accountable, a virtual behavioral health provider for substance use and addiction support.National Night Out – Tuesday, August 4, 5:30–8:00 PM, in front of Town Hall (2207 Lawrence Road). Music, food, activities, emergency vehicle displays, and police resource demos.Now Hiring: Per Diem Public Safety Telecommunicators (dispatchers), $25.91/hr, flexible hours. Email resumes to LawrencePolice@LawrenceTwp.com. 📅 Boards & Committees (this week)CommitteeDateTimeShade Tree Advisory Committee | Monday, July 27 | 7:00 PM Lawrence Alcohol and Drug Alliance Meeting | Tuesday, July 28 | 9:00 AM Environmental Resources & Green Advisory Committee | Tuesday, July 28 | 7:00 PMSchedule subject to change; check the Township website for cancellations. 📞 Municipal Clerk, 609-844-7001 🌳 Community Resources & EventsMercer County Hazard Mitigation Plan Workshop – Monday, July 27, 6:00–7:00 PM, Fire Service Training Center (350 Lawrence Station Road). Can't attend? Take the survey.Family Nights at the Nature Center (Lawrence Environmental Education Foundation) – 5:30–7:00 PM, 481 Drexel Avenue. This week: July 29, Rocks and Gems with Tom Duffy. Also upcoming: August 5, Creek Walk and Talk with The Watershed Institute.Mercer County Board of Elections Recruitment Day – Thursday, August 20, 5:00 PM, Mercer County Office Park, 1440 Parkside Ave, Ewing.Lawrence Hopewell Trail – Collecting used children's bikes for the free Spokes & Skills youth cycling program with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County.Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA): Financial assistance for eligible homeowners facing COVID-related hardship. Eligibility includes owning/occupying a 1–4 unit primary residence, meeting income limits, and being current on mortgage/taxes as of January 2020. Apply at njhousing.gov or call 1-855-647-7700.Mercer County Cooling Centers: Updated during heat waves; scan QR code on flyer or visit county site for locations.Mercer County Food Finder: Connects residents to 100+ food pantries and grab-n-go meal options.MCLS Community Events: Ongoing calendar of Lawrence Branch library events.NJ Disability Information Hub: New statewide resource for programs and services for people with disabilities and caregivers.Crisis Support: Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor for suicide prevention or mental health/substance use support. 🤝 Volunteer OpportunitiesLawrence Historical SocietyMeals on WheelsLawrence Township Community Foundation📍 Township of Lawrence, 2207 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648 🌐 [Township Website] | 📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram | ▶️ YouTube