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, Downtown Improvement Committee, Animal Welfare Committee, Cable Television Committee, Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse, Solid Waste Committee, and Community Celebration Committee. For more information about the Advisory Boards and how you can serve, contact Borough Hall at 609- 490-5100.

Elected Officials:

Mayor Robert F. Patten (Republican)-Term Expires 12/31/2010

Council Members:

Constance Harendza-Harinxma (Democrat)-Term Expires 12/31/2008

Lawrence D. Quatrone (Democrat)-Term Expires 12/31/2009

Ryan Rosenberg (Democrat)-Term Expires 12/31/2008

David Schneider (Democrat)-Term Expires 12/31/2009

Patrick Thompson (Democrat)-Term Expires 12/31/2007