Mercer Business

Ask a Busy Person: Jack Mudge

[...] he sees himself as a connector; a person who, with the help of an outstanding staff, has helped Advancing Opportunities solidify connections with communities, government agencies and fund providers to change how people with disabilities are served throughout state. [...] the agency has developed an Assistive Technology Services program to help schools create classrooms that are accessible for students with disabilities, and to help businesses hire and retain people who need job accommo...

Grounds for Sculpture

In addition to a robust schedule of music concerts, dance performances, poetry readings, and other special events, Grounds For Sculpture also offers art classes for all ages including stone carving, pottery and photography, as well as shopping and dining options. For shoppers seeking a unique collection of exceptional and unusual gifts, bridal registry items, home decor, and exquisite jewelry from local artists, Toad Hall Shop is a safe bet.

Digging for Dollars

According to Rick Carabelli of Martin Appraisal Associates and President of the Mercer County Board of Taxation, residential property tax appeals for 2009 have "easily doubled" the normal amount of between 500-800 annual appeals. In 2009, out of the 1393 appeals heard by the board, 145 had their assessments revised, 69 had their values affirmed, and a large number of them, 777 were stipulated, (STP) which means that once evidence was presented and discussed, the assessor and petitioner reach...

Use It or Lose It

According to experts in the field of utilities, central New Jersey residents increasingly are turning to alternative means of heating and cooling their homes. According to Rust and Frank Lucchesi, regional public affairs manager for Mercer/Middlesex/ Monmouth at PSE&G, there are several options open to residents, including: * A state rebate of $1.75 for up to 10,000 kilowatts within 60 days of the completion of installation of a solar energy system; * A federal tax credit for 30 percent ...

As Mother Nature Intended

Nowadays, however, home gardeners are increasingly likely to turn to corn gluten, chicken poo, dried blood, coyote urine, kelp, fish oil and seaweed to feed their plants and vegetables and deter predators and pests. According to Ciaccio, seaweed and fish oil are excellent plant fertilizers. The Mercer County Parks and Recreation Commission, which owns and operates Howell Living History Farm in Hopewell Township has always farmed organically, as the farm preserves and interprets farm process...