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goHunterdon Welcomes New Program Staff

Jul 31, 2026

goHunterdon is pleased to welcome two new team members who will help expand the organization’s Safety, Mobility, and Sustainability programs throughout Hunterdon County.

Mayce Fleming has joined goHunterdon as a Program Associate, where she supports the delivery of the organization’s Safety, Mobility, and Sustainability initiatives under the guidance of Program Managers and Coordinators. Her responsibilities include assisting with fieldwork, educational events, presentations, public outreach, and the distribution of publc transit information.

A resident of West Amwell, Mayce earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a specialization in Nonprofit and Community Development from The College of New Jersey. Before joining goHunterdon, she completed internships with Meals on Wheels of Mercer County and the Women & Families Ascending Association, where she gained valuable experience supporting community-based programs and services.

Adriana Pasquale has joined goHunterdon as the Safe Routes to School Coordinator. In this role, she will lead the Hunterdon County Safe Routes to School Program, which encourages and supports safe walking and bicycling to school through education and community engagement. Adriana will coordinate educational presentations, hands-on activities, and special events at participating elementary, middle, and high schools, helping students of all abilities build safe and healthy travel habits.

Before joining goHunterdon, Adriana worked as a paraprofessional with the Bernards Township Board of Education, providing individualized educational support to students with special needs. She also served as a Community Engagement Coordinator with AmeriCorps, where she led outreach initiatives and helped expand community participation in local programs. A resident of Raritan Township, Adriana holds a Bachelor of Science in Family Science and Human Development from Montclair State University.

Please join us in welcoming Mayce and Adriana to the goHunterdon team. Their passion for community service, education, and public engagement will help strengthen programs that make Hunterdon County safer, healthier, and more connected.

“Summer Safety Squad” Initiative Promotes Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety

Jul 31, 2026

This summer, goHunterdon is once again partnering with local police departments to encourage safe bicycling and walking habits among young residents through its Summer Safety Squad initiative.

The positive-reinforcement program centers on a series of five collectible trading cards that give police officers a fun, kid-friendly way to recognize children who are making safe choices such as wearing a helmet, crossing streets safely, and staying visible while walking or riding. When officers spot a child demonstrating good safety habits, they reward them with one of the collectible cards.

“The card set is designed with an e-sports/trading card aesthetic to appeal to 11- and 12-year-olds,” said Ryan Fisher, goHunterdon Safety Programs Manager. “This is the age when we typically see a decline in helmet use and other safe bicycling and walking behaviors.”
By encouraging children to collect all five cards, the program reinforces positive behaviors throughout the summer while fostering meaningful interactions between law enforcement and the community.

Each card also features a tear-off coupon that can be redeemed at a participating local business, offering rewards such as a free ice cream cone or a slice of pizza. These partnerships, coordinated by the participating police departments, provide an extra incentive for children to practice safe habits every time they head outside.

Participating police departments include Flemington Borough, Frenchtown Borough, High Bridge Borough, the City of Lambertville, Readington Township, the Town of Clinton, Califon Borough (through the Washington Township Police Department), and Tewksbury Township. Through Summer Safety Squad, goHunterdon and its law enforcement partners are helping young residents build lifelong safety habits while strengthening positive connections within the community.

Horizon Foundation for New Jersey Continues Support of goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program

Jul 31, 2026

goHunterdon is grateful to the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey for its continued investment in improving access to healthcare for Hunterdon County residents. The Foundation recently awarded the organization a $25,000 grant to support goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program, helping ensure that older adults can get to the medical care they need.

Reliable transportation remains one of the most significant barriers to healthcare access, both nationally and here in Hunterdon County. Research consistently shows that transportation challenges prevent millions of Americans from receiving timely medical care. A 2023 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation brief found that approximately 5% of adults went without needed medical care in the previous year because of transportation issues, while the National Academy of Sciences estimates that 3.6 million Americans miss or delay non-emergency medical appointments annually for the same reason.

Locally, transportation barriers have been identified as a priority in the 2025 Hunterdon County Community Health Needs Assessment, the 2026 Community Health Improvement Plan, and the 2025 Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan. For older adults, missed appointments can lead to worsening health conditions, unmanaged chronic illnesses, and greater reliance on emergency departments and hospitalizations.

Established in 2020, goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program helps address these challenges by coordinating Uber and Lyft rides for transportation-dependent older adults traveling to non-emergency medical appointments. The program serves individuals who lack reliable transportation or are unable to use existing services because of scheduling limitations, travel time, or medical needs. By removing transportation barriers, the program helps participants receive preventive care, follow-up appointments, and ongoing treatment—leading to better health outcomes, greater independence, and an improved quality of life.

The program reached an important milestone recently, providing more than 5,000 rides to residents seeking essential healthcare services.

The continued support of the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey helps ensure that transportation is not a barrier to receiving timely medical care and demonstrates the power of community partnerships to improve the health and well-being of Hunterdon County residents. To learn more about goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program and other mobility initiatives, visit https://gohunterdon.org/mobility/healthcare-access-transportation-program.

goHunterdon’s Traffic Alert Service Remains a Trusted Resource for Travelers

Jul 31, 2026

For area commuters, goHunterdon’s free Traffic Alert Service is an essential part of the daily drive.

The service provides weekday email alerts about traffic congestion, crashes, construction closures and detours, weather-related travel conditions, and other roadway incidents affecting travel to and through Hunterdon County. Alerts cover local, county, state, and interstate roadways during peak commuting hours—6:00 to 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.—helping travelers make informed decisions before they hit the road.

The goals of the program are to improve safety, reduce traffic congestion, and support cleaner air by helping motorists avoid delays and plan alternate routes when needed.

A recent annual survey of more than 3,800 subscribers highlights just how valuable the service has become. Nearly one-third (30%) of respondents identified goHunterdon’s Traffic Alert Service as their primary source for information on traffic incidents, construction activity, and weather-related road conditions. Subscriber loyalty is equally impressive, with 66% reporting they have relied on the service for five years or more.

The survey also provides a snapshot of the people who depend on the alerts each day:

  • Where subscribers live: 68% live in Hunterdon County, followed by 14% in Warren County and 8% in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
  • Where subscribers work: 41% work in Hunterdon County, followed by 24% in Somerset County and 7% in Union County.
  • Why they subscribe: 67% use the alerts primarily for commuting or other work-related travel.

One subscriber summed up the value of the program, “I appreciate these traffic alerts so much. It’s quick and easy to read the alert because it provides just enough information to help me decide how I’ll commute to and from work that day.”

The Traffic Alert Service is made possible through funding from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. To subscribe to the free Traffic Alert Service, read the full 2026 subscriber survey, or learn more about the program, visit http://gohunterdon.org/safety/traffic-alerts.

goHunterdon Introduces Empower Pedestrian Safety Program to Support Independence for Special Needs Students

Apr 26, 2026

goHunterdon is proud to announce the launch of a new pedestrian safety program to provide life skills to students with special needs, ages 13-21. 

The Empower Pedestrian Safety Program equips students with practical, real world pedestrian safety skills needed to navigate their community safely, increase independence, and improve quality of life.

The program is offered free of charge to Hunterdon County schools and organizations.

This isn’t simply a classroom lecture. It’s a three part program experience that uses a mix of indoor learning, real life outdoor experience, and empowerment through art and community messaging.

Program components include:  

  1. Classroom “Social Story” presentation
  2. Outdoor Safety Scavenger Hunt
  3. Group Poster/Music Project and Showcasing

The program follows a “Learn, Apply, Create, Present” approach.  After a classroom presentation and discussion, students engage in an outdoor scavenger hunt to identify pedestrian safety infrastructure (sidewalks, crosswalks, stop signs, etc.). Students will learn the importance of using this infrastructure to stay safe while walking.

With this new knowledge, students are then invited to create posters or songs to share safety messaging with members of the school community. For more information and to discuss how goHunterdon can assist students to increase their safety and independence visit: https://gohunterdon.org/safety/safe-routes/ or contact Nina Lewis, goHunterdon Safe Routes Coordinator, nlewis@gohunterdon.org

Introducing Air Aware- A Community Air Quality Education Program

Apr 26, 2026

goHunterdon is pleased to announce the launch of Air Aware, our new community outdoor air quality education program!

The transportation sector accounts for 37 percent of the New Jersey’s net greenhouse gas emissions, making it the largest emissions source in the state, according to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.

Air Aware explores the connection between transportation and the air we breathe.

The program is designed for students in grades 4-9 as well as community groups of all ages. Air Aware offers engaging educational lessons, hands-on awareness activities, and opportunities for community action to improve outdoor air quality.

This program is offered free of charge.

Trained goHunterdon staff are available to present lessons in classrooms, after school clubs, for Green Teams, or in community settings. The program can be delivered through an individual lesson or a sequence of lessons and progressive activities, as requested. Learn more about how to bring Air Aware to your school or community today. Visit https://gohunterdon.org/sustainable-hunterdon/air-quality or contact Jodi Bettermann, Sustainable Hunterdon Specialist, jbettermann@gohunterdon.org.

goHunterdon Highlights Local School Crossing Guards Through New Video Series

Apr 26, 2026

goHunterdon recently spent time with local school crossing guards—everyday heroes who help keep students safe as they travel to and from school. These conversations have been captured in a series of short, engaging videos now being shared through school “virtual backpacks” and across social media platforms.

“School crossing guards play an essential role in community safety,” said Ryan Fisher, goHunterdon Safety Programs Manager. “They are on the front line, helping students safely navigate roadways each day while reinforcing the safety lessons taught through the Hunterdon County Safe Routes to School Program.”
Beyond safety, crossing guards often become a meaningful part of students’ daily routines. “The connections formed between students and crossing guards go well beyond simply crossing the street,” said Nina Lewis, goHunterdon Safe Routes Coordinator. “They become familiar, trusted faces—often year after year.”

Rain or shine, school crossing guards show up with dedication and care. Their commitment is easy to overlook, but their impact is undeniable. goHunterdon is proud to share their stories—because every crossing has a story worth telling.

Check out our conversations with local school crossing guards below.

Improve Driving for Seniors in Your Community with CarFit

Apr 26, 2026

goHunterdon is now scheduling CarFit events for the spring season.
CarFit is a community-based educational program created in 2006 by AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The program promotes continued safe driving and mobility among older drivers by focusing on safety, comfort, and fit in a driver’s personal vehicle.

CarFit is not a driving test. It is a free 20-minute personalized session where trained goHunterdon technicians guide participants through a 12-step checklist to assess how well they “fit” in their vehicle. The session covers important safety elements such as seat positioning, mirror alignment to reduce blind spots, proper seatbelt adjustment, and optimal steering wheel placement—all tailored to maximize driving comfort and safety. If you’d like to bring CarFit to your municipality or organization visit gohunterdon.org/safety/carfit or contact Ryan Fisher, goHunterdon Safety Programs Manager, rfisher@gohunterdon.org, or call goHunterdon at 908-788-5553.

Healthcare Access Transportation Program Welcomes New Staff Member

Apr 26, 2026

goHunterdon welcomes our newest staff member, Mia Russo, who recently began her role supporting goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program.

As a Healthcare Mobility Coordinator, Mia facilitates Uber and Lyft rides for seniors and human services clients, ensuring they have reliable transportation to non-emergency medical appointments. 

Mia holds an Associate Degree in Nursing from Raritan Valley Community College and brings valuable experience from her time as a perioperative aide and operating room nurse at St. Luke’s Bethlehem. After stepping away from nursing, Mia was eager to transition into a role that allows her to support the broader healthcare needs of the community in a new and impactful way. 

“We are thrilled to have Mia on board, working alongside Marina Bartelli, goHunterdon Healthcare Mobility Coordinator, as the program continues to grow and meet the needs of area residents needing to get to non-emergency medical appointments,” says Tara Shepherd, Executive Director.

The Healthcare Access Transportation Program began in 2020, in collaboration with Hunterdon Health, to support those at risk of missing non-emergency medical appointments due to a lack of transportation. Transportation is arranged by goHunterdon using Uber and Lyft. Since 2020, goHunterdon has facilitated more than 4,100 one way rides.  

In 2024, goHunterdon began facilitating rides to “out of county” non- emergency medical appointment rides for clients of the Hunterdon County Department of Human Services to supplement the Hunterdon County LINK Volunteer Driver Program. Since the start of that initiative, goHunterdon has facilitated more than 460 one way rides to needed medical appointments for clients.

The program is supported by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, NJ TRANSIT, Hunterdon County, the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, The Large Foundation, and Solventum Foundation. For more information about goHunterdon’s Healthcare Access Transportation Program, visit https://gohunterdon.org/mobility/healthcare-access-transportation-program/

goHunterdon Elects New Board Member and Vice President

Jan 21, 2026

At its December 2025 meeting, the goHunterdon Board of Directors welcomed Mayor Paul Muir of Bethlehem Township as a new member for a three-year term. Mayor Muir, who has served as Mayor for the past 11 years and as a Township Committee member for 14 years, brings extensive experience to the board. He has been actively involved in local land use boards since 2001 and is a key member of the Route 78/22 Mayor’s Coalition, a group coordinated by the Hunterdon County Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Mayor Muir also served as the President of the New Jersey Conference of Mayors for the 2023-2024 term and has chaired several influential committees focused on municipal affairs and legislative matters.

In addition, Steve Dilts was elected as the new Vice President of the goHunterdon Board, succeeding Ken Skowronek. Steve is the New Jersey Office Leader and Senior Vice President at HNTB, a leading U.S. transportation infrastructure firm recognized as an NJBIZ Best Place to Work in New Jersey. With over 250 employees under his leadership, Steve has a distinguished background in public service, having held roles such as Chairman of NJ TRANSIT, Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation, and Chairman of the New Jersey Turnpike Authority. He also served as Mayor and Council President of Hampton Borough. Steve continues his commitment to transportation and regional planning as a member of the Women’s Transportation Seminar and the Regional Plan Association New Jersey Committee.

Violet Koscis, Senior Vice President of Corporate Services & Chief Human Resources Officer at Hunterdon Health, will continue serving as President of the goHunterdon Board for another term. John Higgins, a member of the Clinton Township Planning Board, will remain in his role as Treasurer.
goHunterdon is proud to have these dedicated leaders contribute to goHunterdon’s mission of advancing safe, sustainable transportation and mobility.

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