114 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 10 In terms of road maintenance, he recounts, “We put over a million dollars in repaving and restoring roads within our neighborhoods this year. We complete sidewalk repairs of $75,000 annually, just to keep our walkability for safety. We’ve even installed flashing crosswalks in areas where we feel they’re needed. With a town this big, we must stay ahead of repairs.” The Township is also fortunate to have good internet connectivity, with Comcast being one of the major internet service providers. This is especially important as remote work continues to represent a portion of the local workforce. Hillsborough Township is also committed to providing affordable housing and supporting various groups, including students with disabilities and their families who move to the area for the excellent services provided by the school district. Housing for at-risk populations is another priority, as Anthony Ferrera, Township Administrator, underscores. “We’re trying to make sure that we’re taking care of all groups of people here in Hillsborough. Not just those that need affordable housing, but also people with disabilities and our veterans.” Although Hillsborough Township Public Schools are a separate entity from the township, the spirit of community and collaboration is still evident. “We have a very good relationship with the schools and are always looking at shared
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