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The Borough of Hightstown was incorporated on March 5, 1853, and operates under the Borough form of government. The governing body consists of six elected Councilmembers, each serving a three-year term, and one elected Mayor who serves a four-year term. There is also an autonomous Board of Health, a Planning Board (which also functions as the Zoning Board), Environmental Commission (which includes the Borough's Shade Tree Officer), Historic Preservation Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission. Meetings of all Boards and Commissions are advertised and open to the public. In addition, there are several advisory Committees, including the Water-Sewer Committee, Economic Development Committee, Animal Welfare Committee and more. Meeting schedules and member lists are available by clicking on the links to the left. |