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Why isn’t the Republican majority on the Township Committee more pro-active in planning ahead, with the goal of minimizing overdevelopment and serving the actual needs of our community?
This month’s True Blue is a double feature starring two residents with strong records of fiscal responsibility, and a demonstrated ability to lift those up around them. The best news? They’re our 2025 candidates for Bernards Township Committee – Brett Hodges and John Tompkins. The combination of heart and professionalism brought to bear by Brett […]
Hello! March has rolled in and with it another birthday for me. We celebrated with a visit to our daughter in Boston, and enjoyed a walking tour of the Freedom Trail, highlighting areas leading up to and influencing the American Revolution. Our tour guide, a retired history teacher from Austin, TX, brought to life the […]
Wow…did the BTDC make a difference! Steve Katz, Executive Director of the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, spoke to a large crowd of attendees at the BTDC’s February open meeting and explained the organization’s ongoing needs as they work to meet the demands of residents facing food insecurity. Steve spoke to their current challenges […]
🌏 CELEBRATE EARTH DAY! HELP US GET THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER TRAILS READY FOR OUR COMMUNITY TO ENJOY. Tuesday, April 22 9a-12pAges 14+ Environmental Education Center190 Lord Stirling Rd. Please be prepared to work on the trails – we recommend wearing long pants, long sleeves, old shoes. Bring garden gloves, sunscreen, water, and snack. Tools […]
Save the date and join us for the official kick off! SATURDAY, MAY 10 @ 11AM – HARRY DUNHAM PARK PAVILION Refreshments, special guests, and your chance to meet the candidates!
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bernards township Committeewoman
Ana duarte mcCarthy
On January 2, 2024, Ana Duarte McCarthy was sworn into office for a three year term. Bernards Township gained an incredible, compassionate leader committed to serving our community.
Ana continues to serve on our Democratic Committee, representing District 5, and was formerly treasurer when the Democratic Committee was newly formed in back in 2017.
For more information on current issues before the Township Committee, take a look at Ana's monthly updates.
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About Us
The Bernards Township Democratic Committee (BTDC) is dedicated to making our town a better place to live and work, and to solving local issues with transparency, balance and compassion. The committee is made up of a diverse group of conscientious and engaged residents: Men and women in our community, representing a broad range, among other attributes, of cultural backgrounds, races and ethnicities, religions, ages, education and professional experience.
We offer Bernards Township another option at the polls for a new perspective on local government. We are dedicated to bringing a balanced democracy and transparency to the Township Committee.