Community
Municipal Offices Closed July 4th
In observance of the Independence Day Holiday, the Municipal offices will be closed on Friday, July 4th.
Yard Cart Collection Runs Through November
Pickups occur on the same day as your trash and recycling collection. Special yard carts can be requested by calling (856) 223-1308 or emailing pwsec@harrisontwp.us.
Stormwater Runoff
In the best interest of our community, Harrison Township has adopted ordinances to regulate the impact of stormwater runoff on the environment. Mayor Wingate has compiled important information about these ordinances.
Important Information From Atlantic City Electric: Increased Energy Usage Affecting South Jersey Customers
Atlantic City Electric is committed to supporting customers facing financial hardships and urges them to reach out for help.
HTPD Community Interface Portal
The Harrison Township Police Department offers a Community Interface Portal to keep residents, businesses, and property owners informed. The portal provides valuable resources and fosters partnership with law enforcement to enhance community safety.
No-Knock Registry Sign Ups
Sick of solicitors knocking on your door? Register for Harrison Township new “No Knock Registry” to prevent hawkers, peddlers, solicitors or canvassers from knocking on your door without notice.
Historic Richwood Academy Added to the National and State Registers of Historic Places
The NJ Office of Historic Preservation and the National Park Service recently recognized the historic significance of Richwood Academy, a distinctive and beloved landmark along Route 322, by adding it to the National and State Registers of Historic Places.
Police Home Vacation Checks
As our citizens are scheduling their summer vacations, the Harrison Township Police department will arrange for officers to provide house checks for our residents while they are away.
Harrison Township Police Department Launches Special Needs Registry
The Harrison Township Police Department has launched a Special Needs Registry in partnership with the OPS Network. This registry aims to assist residents with special needs during emergencies and interactions with law enforcement.
Harrison Township Named Top Community in Gloucester County
Harrison Township is proud to announce its recent recognition as the top community in Gloucester County and the 5th best community in the South New Jersey region from South Jersey Magazine.