Environmental Commission
About the Environmental Commission
The Raritan Township Environmental Commission has been helping to protect the environmental assets in our community since it was formed in the early 1970s. The Commission is made up of five regular and two alternate volunteer members who are appointed by the governing body.
The Commission is an advisory body whose primary mission is to provide information on environmental issues to the Raritan Township Committee, Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, township professionals, and residents. The Commission also collaborates with its Green Team and Open Space Advisory Committee to protect natural resources and provide a safe environment for all. To learn more about the Commission's activities, see their Facebook page!
David Moutner
Chair (Term Expiration: 12/31/2026)
Chair (Term Expiration: 12/31/2026)
Membership Expiration: 12/31/2027
Amy Greene
Member/Secretary
Member/Secretary
Term Expiration: 12/31/2028
Michele Calvachire
Planning Board
Planning Board
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027
Michelle Hatfield
Member
Member
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026
Timothy Hand
Member
Member
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026
Rebecca Dougherty Mazzolla
Alternate #1
Alternate #1
Term Expiration: 12/31/2028
Frank Scipione
Alternate #2
Alternate #2
Term Expiration: 12/31/2027
Robyn Fatooh
Township Committee Liaison
Term Expiration: 12/31/2026
If you have any questions, please contact the Raritan Township Environmental Commission at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
MARCH 2026 SPOTLIGHT EDITION
Published: March 6, 2026
RARITAN TWP., N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Beware - Bird Flu outbreaks in NJ Recently portions of trails in Dukes Island Park and the Environmental Center in Basking Ridge were temporarily closed due to the presence of dead birds from bird flu (Avian influenza). Outbreaks have also been reported in South Jersey. Most of the birds reported or discovered dead are Canada geese although bird flu can affect chickens, turkeys and ducks. While bird flu generally poses a low risk to humans, people should avoid touching any dead birds they may come across, avoid walking among or touching bird droppings and keep pets away from live or dead birds. If you do come across dead birds (especially in groups of 5 or more) you should report them to the NJDEP Fish and Wildlife Office of Information Systems at: NJDEP Wild Bird Disease Reporting Form. For more information go to: NJDEP| Fish & Wildlife | HPAI - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
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Authors:
David Moutner
Green Team Member
Environmental Commission