Lisa Tilton, Author at Buena Vista Township, NJ

2nd Annual Senior Picnic at the MLK Center

A special invitation for our senior community!

This September we are hosting a Senior Citizen Picnic filled with music, games, and giveaways to celebrate our wonderful senior community.

Come spend a great day with your friends and neighbors and enjoy a day with you in mind.

This event will be held at the MLK Center at 661 Jackson Rd, Newtonville, on Wednesday, September 23 at 12:00.

Please call 609-704-7262 or email mlkcenter@buenavistanj.com by September 18 to RSVP.

We can’t wait to spend the day with you!

2nd Annual Senior Picnic at the MLK CenterLisa Tilton2026-05-31T18:22:26-04:00

Monday Matinees at the MLK Center!

New at the MLK Center!

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Monday afternoons? Join us for Monday Matinees!

Enjoy great films in a welcoming space, with free admission and popcorn!
It’s the perfect chance to sit back, grab a snack, and hang with your neighbors in a friendly setting.

The reels will be rolling the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 1pm. Stay tuned for upcoming titles!

The Martin Luther King Community Center is located at 661 Jackson Rd in Newtonville.
Any questions please reach out to mlkcenter@buenavistanj.com

We cant wait to see you there!

Monday Matinees at the MLK Center!Lisa Tilton2026-05-04T09:35:25-04:00

2026 National Night Out with Fireworks!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Buena Vista Township National Night Out Celebration!

Come enjoy some summer fun and community spirit with a live DJ, tons of freebies, many explorable EMS vehicles, and a huge fireworks spectacle!

This year Impact Harvest is sponsoring our Concession Stand, so enjoy some hamburgers, hot dogs, snacks and beverages!

Mr. Softee will also be there with ice cream for sale.

It’s all happening at Michael Debbi Park in Richland from 5-9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Let’s come together, meet our neighbors, and celebrate all the things that make our community strong.

To be a Vendor, CLICK HERE for Application.

We can’t wait to see you there!

2026 National Night Out with Fireworks!Lisa Tilton2026-05-31T18:24:19-04:00

2026 Summer Concerts are Back!

Buena Vista Township, Are Your Ready to Dance?

The 2026 Free Summer Concert Series is returning to Michael Debbi Park this June and we have a lineup that will keep you moving and grooving!

This year we will be featuring DJ Nicky G, Kevin Grace, Legacy, Pour Mouth Henry, The Bitter Sweet Duo and Group Therapy.

The concession stand opens at 6 and will be serving hot dogs, burgers, ice cream, and more. Music starts at 7.

Bring your friends, your family, and your favorite lawn chair to join your neighbors for summer vibes under the open sky!

2026 Summer Concerts are Back!Lisa Tilton2026-03-29T10:41:28-04:00

Mentoring Men’s BBQ

Celebrating the Dads and Father Figures in Our Community!

Join us for a special BBQ to honor all of the fathers, grandfathers, and mentors who make a difference in our lives every day.

Enjoy delicious food, fun, and a chance to celebrate the men who guide us and inspire us.

The party starts a 1pm on Saturday, June 6^th and will be held at The Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center, 661 Jackson Road, Newtonville.

Bring your family, bring your friends, and lets celebrate you together!

Mentoring Men’s BBQLisa Tilton2026-03-29T10:31:20-04:00

Disposal Services Provided by Buena Vista Township

Did you know that flushing pills contaminates water supplies and can harm aquatic animals? They can also clog your pipes and even end up back in your drinking water. Fortunately, Buena Vista Township provides ethical prescription disposal right at Town Hall.

The Township also provides honorable disposal of American flags, performed by local Veterans. The flag bin and the prescription bin are both located across from the Clerk’s office inside of the municipal building.

Finally, the township offers used clothing drop off at TWO locations. You can find the used clothing bins in the parking lots behind Town Hall and the MLK Community Center. For more information please see the flyer, or call 856-697-2100 ext. 1

Disposal Services Provided by Buena Vista TownshipLisa Tilton2025-01-05T11:16:08-05:00

Renovated Community Garden

Recently, members of the Buena Vista Township and Public Works Department renovated the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Garden in Newtonville. The footprint of the existing garden was adjusted and the aged wood garden beds removed. Thirteen new galvanized raised garden beds were built and installed. The improved garden design gives seniors in Newtonville the ability to garden comfortably. The community garden serves approximately fifty seniors who visit the Community Center and Food Bank on a regular basis. The new garden contains a variety of fruits and vegetables that will supplement the seniors for the season.

Renovated Community GardenLisa Tilton2024-11-05T06:12:47-05:00

Abandoned and Foreclosure Property Registration

The Township of Buena Vista has partnered with Hera Property Registry, LLC to administer its Foreclosure Property Registration program.

In order to comply with the Ordinance, all Mortgagees/Trustees must register online via HERA Property Registry and pay a registration fee.

Hera’s Customer Support contact information:

Email: vpro@heraregistry.com

Phone: (321) 234-5303

Abandoned and Foreclosure Property RegistrationLisa Tilton2023-10-26T13:18:43-04:00

BVT Accepting Food Donations for Local Food Bank

Buena Vista Township is accepting canned and non-perishable food items to help our local Food Pantries. They REALLY need our help this year!

Please bring your donations to the Buena Vista Township Municipal Building, located at 890 Harding Highway anytime during regular working hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, except Holidays).

Your donations will go to the Dr. Martin Luther King Center.

Food Distributions are scheduled each 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Dr. MLK Center located at 661 Jackson Road, Newtonville.

For more information, call 856-697-2100, ext 8 or email: specialevents@buenavistanj.com

BVT Accepting Food Donations for Local Food BankLisa Tilton2023-09-01T16:27:27-04:00

Huge Success for Buena Vista Township in 2022

As we near the close of 2022, on behalf of Mayor and Township Committee, I would like to thank all of our residents, businesses and employees for their support in making 2022 a great comeback year. The past two (2) years have tested and tried many municipal operations with the bottleneck of economy resources, but the resiliency of many employees has allowed the services the Township provides to our residents continue and even improve.

With grant money, the Township was able to purchase a new leaf vacuum which has allowed the much-needed service in the community to be reinstated this year. The Township also purchased a Billy-Goat debris loader to clean out debris in drains and reduce the potential of flooding. Earlier this year the Township purged several pieces of equipment and vehicles in Public Works that were no longer needed and that yielded over $33,000 in revenue. This has allowed the Township to focus on newer equipment and vehicles including the purchase of a new dump truck.

The Township also settled and approved a new five-year contract with public works employees. This contract was able to bring additional stability, and include two (2) new team members to the workforce, in addition to a seasonal employee that added depth and experience to the department.

Another big accomplishment this year was a program to review many parcels of land the Township owned by selling land no longer needed for public use to potential buyers and adjoining neighbors. With those sales, the Township was able to raise an additional $39,000 in revenue this year in proceeds.

The Township continued this year with Earth month in April by opening our convenience drop-off center at Public Works every Saturday, and then ended with a huge community yard sale at Michael Debbi Park in May. This was such a great success that we are bringing it back for 2023, so stay tuned.

We were also able to end this year with a community partnership in raising donations for our annual toy drive. So many residents donated toys, and in combination with monetary donations, we were able to raise over $4,000. Hundreds of toys were purchased and handed out at our annual tree lighting ceremony at Town Hall where over 300 people came to celebrate the holiday season. It was the best around town!

While we look forward to another year in Buena Vista Township, we are already making plans to increase services in the community for 2023 as we keep BVT Strong. Have a safe, prosperous and Happy New Year!

Huge Success for Buena Vista Township in 2022Lisa Tilton2023-09-01T16:15:34-04:00

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