73-520: Glassboro is a borough within Gloucester County , in the U.S. state of New Jersey , within the Philadelphia metropolitan area . As of the 2020 United States census , the borough's population was 23,149, its highest decennial count ever and an increase of 4,570 (+24.6%) from the 18,579 recorded at the 2010 census , which in turn had reflected a decline of 489 (−2.6%) from the 19,068 counted in
146-610: A referendum in 2009 permitting alcohol by consumption in restaurants. A second referendum was passed by the voters in 2015 allowing sales of packaged alcoholic goods in liquor stores. The first liquor store opened in November 2018 and the first bar opened in July 2019. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the township had a total area of 19.02 square miles (49.25 km ), including 18.93 square miles (49.03 km ) of land and 0.08 square miles (0.22 km ) of water (0.44%). Mullica Hill
219-561: A typhoid fever epidemic broke out in the predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Elsmere and Lawns, which was attributed to 20 years of municipal neglect of the sanitary infrastructure in these neighborhoods. The Glassboro Summit Conference between U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson and Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin took place in Glassboro. Johnson and Kosygin met for three days from June 23 to June 25, 1967, at Glassboro State College (later renamed Rowan University). The location
292-664: A four-year high school in Deptford Township that provides technical and vocational education. As a public school, students do not pay tuition to attend the school. Guardian Angels Regional School is a K-8 school that operates under the auspices of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Camden and accepts students from Glassboro. Its PreK-3 campus is in Gibbstown while its 4-8 campus is in Paulsboro . Our Lady of Lourdes in Glassboro
365-408: A four-year term of office. The borough council is comprised of six members elected to serve three-year terms on a staggered basis, with two seats coming up for election each year in a three-year cycle. The borough form of government used by Glassboro is a " weak mayor / strong council" government in which council members act as the legislative body with the mayor presiding at meetings and voting only in
438-533: A one-year term) and a six-member council (elected to staggered three-year terms). The mayor would preside at council meetings, but had no vote except to break ties. This system resulted in a period, known as " boroughitis ", where large numbers of small boroughs were created. In 1894, the Legislature passed an act requiring each township to have a single school district. A wave of borough incorporations followed, as one part of several townships decided that it would prefer
511-512: A partisan election. Only two boroughs, Roselle and Roselle Park , have ward structures with councils having five ward members and one at-large. The borough system has a weak mayor and the council performs most legislative and executive functions. This form of local government is used by 39% of the municipalities in New Jersey. There are a total of 253 boroughs in New Jersey, which include: Harrison Township, New Jersey Harrison Township
584-880: A reorganization meeting held each January, the Board selects a Director and a Deputy Director from among its members. As of 2024, Gloucester County's Commissioners are: Director Frank J. DiMarco ( D , Deptford Township , 2025), Matt Weng (D, Pitman , 2026), Joann Gattinelli (D, Washington Township , 2026), Nicholas DeSilvio ( R , Franklin Township , 2024), Denice DiCarlo (D, West Deptford Township , 2025) Deputy Director Jim Jefferson (D, Woodbury , 2026) and Christopher Konawel Jr. (R, Glassboro, 2024). Gloucester County's constitutional officers are: Clerk James N. Hogan (D, Franklin Township; 2027), Sheriff Jonathan M. Sammons (R, Elk Township ; 2024) and Surrogate Giuseppe "Joe" Chila (D, Woolwich Township ; 2028). As of March 2011, there were
657-906: A staggered basis in partisan elections, with either two or three seats coming up for election each year. At a reorganization meeting held each January, the Board selects a Director and a Deputy Director from among its members. As of 2024 , Gloucester County's Commissioners are: Director Frank J. DiMarco ( D , Deptford Township , 2025), Matt Weng (D, Pitman , 2026), Joann Gattinelli (D, Washington Township , 2026), Nicholas DeSilvio ( R , Franklin Township , 2024), Denice DiCarlo (D, West Deptford Township , 2025) Deputy Director Jim Jefferson (D, Woodbury , 2026) and Christopher Konawel Jr. (R, Glassboro, 2024). Gloucester County's constitutional officers are: Clerk James N. Hogan (D, Franklin Township; 2027), Sheriff Jonathan M. Sammons (R, Elk Township ; 2024) and Surrogate Giuseppe "Joe" Chila (D, Woolwich Township ; 2028). As of March 2011, there were
730-547: A total of 7,889 registered voters in Harrison Township, of which 1,903 (24.1%) were registered as Democrats , 2,533 (32.1%) were registered as Republicans and 3,447 (43.7%) were registered as Unaffiliated . There were 6 voters registered as Libertarians or Greens . In the 2012 presidential election , Republican Mitt Romney received 56.9% of the vote (3,561 cast), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 41.8% (2,612 votes), and other candidates with 1.3% (81 votes), among
803-459: A total of 9,772 registered voters in Glassboro, of which 3,733 (38.2%) were registered as Democrats , 1,408 (14.4%) were registered as Republicans and 4,617 (47.2%) were registered as Unaffiliated . There were 14 voters registered as Libertarians or Greens . In the 2020 presidential election , Democrat Joe Biden received 59.9% of the vote (5,162 cast), ahead of Republican Donald Trump with 38.5% (3,320), and other candidates with 1.6% among
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#1732845505992876-401: Is a township in Gloucester County in the U.S. state of New Jersey . As of the 2020 United States census , the township's population was 13,641, an increase of 1,224 (+9.9%) from the 2010 census count of 12,417, which in turn reflected an increase of 3,629 (+41.3%) from the 8,788 counted in the 2000 census . Harrison Township was originally formed as Spicer Township by an act of
949-616: Is also Mullica Hill Road) passes through east–west. NJ Transit provides bus service to and from Philadelphia on the 313 , 408 and 412 routes. The Pureland East-West Community Shuttle connects the Pureland Industrial Complex and the Avandale Park and Ride. Passenger train service to Glassboro was available from 1860 to 1971. The Glassboro station used by the Pennsylvania-Reading Seashore Lines
1022-499: Is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located within Harrison Township that had a 2010 Census population of 3,982. Richwood is a CDP that is in portions of both Harrison Township and Mantua Township, which had a 2010 population of 3,459, of which 3,400 were in Harrison Township and 59 in Mantua Township. Other unincorporated communities, localities and place names located partially or completely within
1095-514: Is being renovated as a visitor center . A new station at Rowan University in the vicinity of the historic depot is the planned for the proposed Glassboro–Camden Line , an 18-mile (28.97 km) diesel multiple unit (DMU) light rail system . The terminal station would be one stop further at Main and High streets. Walking is a popular form of transportation especially around the university where many underclassmen are not permitted to have cars. The Glassboro – Williamstown Trail, also known as
1168-411: Is governed under the borough form of New Jersey municipal government, which is used in 218 municipalities (of the 564) statewide, making it the most common form of government in New Jersey. The governing body is comprised of the mayor and the borough council, with all positions elected at-large on a partisan basis as part of the November general election. The mayor is elected directly by the voters to
1241-432: Is home to the highest number of boroughs of any New Jersey county, at 56. The Borough Act of 1878 allowed any township (or portion thereof) with a land area of no more than four square miles (10 km ) and a population not exceeding 5,000, to establish itself as an independent borough through a petition and referendum process on a self-executing basis. As enacted, a borough would be governed by an elected mayor (serving
1314-539: Is located in the 2nd Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 3rd state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 2nd congressional district is represented by Jeff Van Drew ( R , Dennis Township ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For
1387-481: Is one of the sending parishes; the former St. Bridget Regional School in Glassboro merged into St. Michael in 2008. Rowan University is a public university with an enrollment of 19,500 undergraduate and graduate students in 2018–2019. The university was founded in 1923 as Glassboro Normal School on a 25-acre (10 ha) site donated by the borough. The school became New Jersey State Teachers College at Glassboro in 1937 and Glassboro State College in 1958. Beginning in
1460-426: Is part of New Jersey's 3rd state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 1st congressional district is represented by Donald Norcross ( D , Camden ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For the 2024-2025 session , the 3rd legislative district of
1533-517: The 2000 United States census , there were 8,788 people, 2,848 households, and 2,323 families residing in the township. The population density was 459.3 inhabitants per square mile (177.3/km ). There were 2,939 housing units at an average density of 153.6 per square mile (59.3/km ). The racial makeup of the township was 95.16% White , 2.96% African American , 0.13% Native American , 0.73% Asian , 0.41% from other races , and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.78% of
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#17328455059921606-518: The 2000 census , there were 19,068 people, 6,225 households, and 4,046 families residing in the borough. The population density was 2,071.3 inhabitants per square mile (799.7/km). There were 6,555 housing units at an average density of 712.0 per square mile (274.9/km). The racial makeup of the borough was 74.5% White , 19.5% African American , 0.2% Native American , 2.3% Asian , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 1.5% from other races , and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.8% of
1679-518: The 2000 census . Much of the recent and projected growth in Glassboro have been attributed to the growth trajectory of Rowan University , founded in 1923 and formerly known as Glassboro State College. Glassboro and surrounding Gloucester County constitute part of South Jersey . What is now Glassboro was originally formed as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 11, 1878, from portions of Clayton Township . Portions of
1752-404: The 2004 presidential election , Republican George W. Bush received 58.0% of the vote (3,039 ballots cast), outpolling Democrat John Kerry with 40.7% (2,132 votes) and other candidates with 0.6% (42 votes), among the 5,236 ballots cast by the township's 6,540 registered voters, for a turnout percentage of 80.1. In the 2013 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 73.8% of
1825-408: The 2013 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 53.0% of the vote (2,106 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 45.0% (1,786 votes), and other candidates with 2.0% (80 votes), among the 4,074 ballots cast by the borough's 10,838 registered voters (102 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 37.6%. In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Democrat Jon Corzine received 51.7% of
1898-531: The 2024-2025 session , the 3rd legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by John Burzichelli ( D , Paulsboro ) and in the General Assembly by David Bailey (D, Woodstown ) and Heather Simmons (D, Glassboro ). Gloucester County is governed by a board of county commissioners , whose seven members are elected at-large to three-year terms of office on
1971-760: The Monroe Township Bikepath , runs for more than 6 miles (9.7 km) between Glassboro and the Williamstown section of Monroe Township . The trail traverses the Glassboro State Wildlife Refuge before terminating at Delsea Drive. Future work will extend this trail along former railroad right of way from Delsea Drive to Rowan U's Bunce Hall. Path links to Elmer and Pitman are also proposed. People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Glassboro include: Borough (New Jersey) A borough (also spelled boro ), in
2044-470: The New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by John Burzichelli ( D , Paulsboro ) and in the General Assembly by David Bailey (D, Woodstown ) and Heather Simmons (D, Glassboro ). Gloucester County is governed by a board of county commissioners , whose seven members are elected at-large to three-year terms of office on a staggered basis in partisan elections, with either two or three seats coming up for election each year. At
2117-467: The New Jersey Legislature on March 13, 1844, from portions of Greenwich Township and Woolwich Township . That name lasted for less than a year, with Harrison Township adopted as of April 1, 1845. The township was named for President William Henry Harrison . Mullica Hill is the historical center of the Township. From Prohibition until 2018, Harrison Township had been a dry township , where alcohol could not be sold. The township's voters passed
2190-429: The 1970s, the university expanded into a multi-purpose institution, adding programs in business , communications , and engineering . Rowan Boulevard is a mixed-use development intended to provide a vibrant downtown district for Glassboro, incorporating university student life into its design as part of an effort to accommodate a student body that has been projected to grow to about 25,000 in 2023. As of May 2010,
2263-419: The 3,718 ballots cast by the township's 7,900 registered voters, yielding a 47.1% turnout. Harrison Township School District serves students in public school for pre-kindergarten through sixth grade . As of the 2022–23 school year, the district, comprised of two schools, had an enrollment of 1,341 students and 107.8 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 12.4:1. Schools in
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2336-468: The 564) statewide that use this form, the second-most commonly used form of government in the state. The Township Committee is comprised of five members, who are elected directly by the voters at-large in partisan elections to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year as part of the November general election in a three-year cycle. At an annual reorganization meeting held each January,
2409-421: The 6,292 ballots cast by the township's 8,439 registered voters (38 ballots were spoiled ), for a turnout of 74.6%. In the 2008 presidential election , Republican John McCain received 52.3% of the vote (3,280 cast), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 45.7% (2,867 votes) and other candidates with 1.1% (68 votes), among the 6,273 ballots cast by the township's 7,975 registered voters, for a turnout of 78.7%. In
2482-414: The 7,195 ballots cast by the borough's 10,312 registered voters, for a turnout of 69.8%. In the 2004 presidential election , Democrat John Kerry received 58.5% of the vote (3,930 ballots cast), outpolling Republican George W. Bush with 40.1% (2,699 votes) and other candidates with 0.6% (60 votes), among the 6,723 ballots cast by the borough's 9,801 registered voters, for a turnout percentage of 68.6. In
2555-450: The 8,798 ballots cast by the borough's 11,661 voters, for a turnout of 75.4%. In the 2016 presidential election , Democrat Hillary Clinton received 56.3% of the vote (4,135 cast), ahead of Republican Donald Trump with 37.8% (2,779 votes), and other candidates with 5.9% among the 7,347 ballots cast by the borough's 11,512 registered voters, for a turnout of 63.8%. In the 2012 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 63.7% of
2628-660: The Township Committee selects one of its members to serve as Mayor and another as Deputy Mayor, each serving a one-year term. As of 2024 , the members of the Harrison Township Committee are Mayor Louis Manzo ( I , term on committee and as mayor ends December 31, 2024), Deputy Mayor Lawrence Moore ( R , term on committee ends 2025; term as deputy mayor ends 2024), Kevin French (R, 2026), Jeffrey Jacques (R, 2025) and Michelle Powell (I, 2024). Harrison Township
2701-409: The average family size was 3.17. In the borough, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 25.6% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 16.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 27 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males. The median income for a household in the borough
2774-401: The average family size was 3.44. In the township, the population was spread out, with 33.2% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 33.7% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 6.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males. The median income for a household in
2847-526: The borough had a total of 78.43 miles (126.22 km) of roadways, of which 57.61 miles (92.71 km) were maintained by the municipality, 13.29 miles (21.39 km) by Gloucester County and 7.53 miles (12.12 km) by the New Jersey Department of Transportation . Glassboro is crisscrossed by a number of major roads. These include County Route 553 , Route 47 and Route 55 (limited access) travel north–south, while U.S. Route 322 (much of which
2920-671: The borough include Elsemere. Glassboro borders the Gloucester County municipalities of Clayton Borough , Elk Township , Harrison Township , Mantua Township , Monroe Township , Pitman , and Washington Township . The area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Glassboro has a humid subtropical climate , abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. The 2010 United States census counted 18,579 people, 6,158 households, and 3,972 families in
2993-477: The borough. The population density was 2,022.9 inhabitants per square mile (781.0/km). There were 6,590 housing units at an average density of 717.5 per square mile (277.0/km). The racial makeup was 72.25% (13,423) White , 18.67% (3,469) Black or African American , 0.11% (21) Native American , 2.87% (534) Asian , 0.05% (10) Pacific Islander , 3.12% (580) from other races , and 2.92% (542) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.42% (1,378) of
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3066-447: The context of local government in the U.S. state of New Jersey , refers to one of five types and one of eleven forms of municipal government (in addition to those established under a special charter ). The borough is the most common form of local government in New Jersey . In 2023 there were 253 boroughs in New Jersey. However, boroughs were not always so common. In 1875 only 17 boroughs had been created, all by special acts of
3139-411: The cost of being a separate municipality to paying for the other schools. The Borough Act of 1897 amended the original Act, eliminating the self-executing incorporation feature of the earlier legislation. Henceforth, newly incorporated boroughs (or those seeking to dissolve or increase or decrease in size) required approval of the legislature. The elected mayor and six-member council were retained, with
3212-463: The county are eligible to apply to attend Gloucester County Institute of Technology , a four-year high school in Deptford Township that provides technical and vocational education. As a public school, students do not pay tuition to attend the school. Friends School Mullica Hill is a private, nonsectarian , coeducational day school located in the Mullica Hill section of Harrison Township that
3285-590: The district (with 2022–23 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are Harrison Township Elementary School with 770 students in grades PreK-3 and Pleasant Valley School with 568 students in grades 4-6. Public school students in seventh through twelfth grades attend the schools of the Clearview Regional High School District , which serves students from Harrison Township and Mantua Township . Schools in
3358-655: The district, comprised of four schools, had an enrollment of 1,895 students and 155.7 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 12.2:1. Schools in the district (with 2022–23 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are J. Harvey Rodgers School with 265 students in grades PreK and kindergarten, Dorothy L. Bullock School with 651 students in grades 1-5, Thomas E. Bowe Elementary School with 432 students in grades 6-8 and Glassboro High School with 518 students in grades 9-12. Students in Gloucester County are eligible to apply to attend Gloucester County Institute of Technology ,
3431-476: The event of a tie. The mayor can veto ordinances subject to an override by a two-thirds majority vote of the council. The mayor makes committee and liaison assignments for council members, and most appointments are made by the mayor with the advice and consent of the council. Anna Miller was appointed by the borough council in March 2013 from among three candidates offered by the municipal Democratic committee to fill
3504-416: The high school district (with 2022–23 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are Clearview Regional Middle School with 753 students in grades 7-8 and Clearview Regional High School with 1,431 students in grades 9-12. Seats on the high school district's nine-member board are allocated based on population, with four seats assigned to Harrison Township. Students from across
3577-635: The leaders failed to reach agreement on limiting anti-ballistic missile systems. On June 19, 1986, Ronald Reagan became the first sitting president to speak at a high school graduation when he spoke at the Glassboro High School commencement ceremonies. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the borough had a total area of 9.36 square miles (24.24 km), including 9.32 square miles (24.14 km) of land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km) of water (0.41%). Unincorporated communities , localities and place names located partially or completely within
3650-405: The legislature. These original boroughs were subdivisions of townships, established by state charter; Elizabeth was the first, established by royal charter in 1740, within the now defunct Elizabeth Township. About half of them had been dissolved, or changed into other forms of government—often cities. In 1875, a constitutional amendment prohibited such local or special legislation. Bergen County
3723-477: The mayor now serving a two-year term. The Borough Act of 1987 was created to streamline borough law and clear away amendments, changes, and contradictory rules that had accumulated over the century of the Borough's existence as a form of government. The 1987 Act allowed for the delegation of executive responsibility to an appointed administrator. Traditionally, voters elect a mayor and six council members at-large in
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#17328455059923796-428: The mayor of Glassboro is Democrat John E. Wallace, whose term of office ends December 31, 2026. Members of the borough council, and the years their terms expire, are Council President Anna Miller (D, 2024), George P. Cossabone Sr. (D, 2025), Joseph M. D'Alessandro (D, 2023), Anthony J. Fiola (D, 2023), Andrew Halter (D, 2024), and Daniele Brida Spence (D, 2025). Glassboro is located in the 1st Congressional District and
3869-539: The municipality, 29.64 miles (47.70 km) by Gloucester County, 6.94 miles (11.17 km) by the New Jersey Department of Transportation and 0.10 miles (0.16 km) by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority . Several major roadways pass through Harrison Township. The New Jersey Turnpike runs through the township for a tenth of a mile, but the nearest interchange is just over the border in neighboring Woolwich Township . U.S. Route 322 passes through
3942-432: The population were under the age of 18, 26.4% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28.4 years. For every 100 females, the population had 97.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 95.0 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income
4015-431: The population were under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 29.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.1 years. For every 100 females, the population had 95.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 94.2 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income
4088-410: The population. There were 2,848 households, out of which 49.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.8% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.06 and
4161-417: The population. Of the 3,942 households, 49.9% had children under the age of 18; 72.7% were married couples living together; 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present and 15.9% were non-families. Of all households, 13.3% were made up of individuals and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.15 and the average family size was 3.47. 31.8% of
4234-416: The population. Of the 6,158 households, 28.1% had children under the age of 18; 44.4% were married couples living together; 16.0% had a female householder with no husband present and 35.5% were non-families. Of all households, 22.5% were made up of individuals and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.13. 19.4% of
4307-408: The population. There were 6,225 households, out of which 32.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.3% were married couples living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 23.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and
4380-508: The township include Ewan , Ewans Mills, Heritage, Jefferson, and Sherwin. The township borders the Gloucester County municipalities of East Greenwich Township , Elk Township , Glassboro , Mantua Township , South Harrison Township , and Woolwich Township . Multiple homes were destroyed when the area was hit by an EF3 tornado on September 1, 2021, produced by the remnants of Hurricane Ida . The 2010 United States census counted 12,417 people, 3,942 households, and 3,315 families in
4453-521: The township was $ 77,143, and the median income for a family was $ 84,379. Males had a median income of $ 61,770 versus $ 39,583 for females. The per capita income for the township was $ 28,645. About 2.1% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 2.5% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over. Harrison Township is governed under the Township form of New Jersey municipal government, one of 141 municipalities (of
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#17328455059924526-471: The township were taken to form Elk Township (April 17, 1891) and Pitman (May 24, 1905). Glassboro was incorporated as a borough on March 18, 1920, replacing Glassboro Township. The borough was named for its glass industry . Glassboro's early industrial history was built on the manufacturing of glass. The town was first established in 1779 by Solomon Stanger as Glass Works in the Woods . Glass manufacturers over
4599-470: The township. The population density was 648.7 inhabitants per square mile (250.5/km ). There were 4,089 housing units at an average density of 213.6 per square mile (82.5/km ). The racial makeup was 90.57% (11,246) White , 3.83% (475) Black or African American , 0.09% (11) Native American , 3.38% (420) Asian , 0.00% (0) Pacific Islander , 0.48% (59) from other races , and 1.66% (206) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.01% (374) of
4672-548: The vacant seat of George Cossabone. In March 2019, Danielle Spence was selected to fill the seat on the Borough Council expiring in December 2019 that had been held by Edward A. Malandro. Spence served on an interim basis until the November 2019 general election, when she was elected to serve the balance of the term of office and won a full three-year term, while Anthony J. Fiola was elected to serve an unexpired term. As of 2023,
4745-407: The vote (2,198 ballots cast), ahead of Republican Chris Christie with 39.0% (1,659 votes), Independent Chris Daggett with 6.7% (287 votes) and other candidates with 0.7% (29 votes), among the 4,255 ballots cast by the borough's 9,958 registered voters, yielding a 42.7% turnout. The Glassboro Public Schools serve students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade . As of the 2022–23 school year,
4818-518: The vote (2,515 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 24.6% (839 votes), and other candidates with 1.5% (52 votes), among the 3,454 ballots cast by the township's 8,407 registered voters (48 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 41.1%. In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 59.5% of the vote (2,214 ballots cast), ahead of Democrat Jon Corzine with 31.7% (1,178 votes), Independent Chris Daggett with 7.1% (265 votes) and other candidates with 0.6% (23 votes), among
4891-458: The vote (4,578 cast), ahead of Republican Mitt Romney with 34.6% (2,485 votes), and other candidates with 1.8% (128 votes), among the 7,252 ballots cast by the borough's 10,804 registered voters (61 ballots were spoiled ), for a turnout of 67.1%. In the 2008 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 62.8% of the vote (4,516 cast), ahead of Republican John McCain with 35.4% (2,547 votes) and other candidates with 0.9% (62 votes), among
4964-532: The years since include Heston-Carpenter Glass Works, Olive Glass Works, Harmony Glass Works, Temperanceville Glass Works, Whitney Brothers Glass Works, Owens Bottle Company, Owens Illinois Glass Company, and Anchor Hocking. Rowan University , formerly Glassboro State College, was founded in 1923. The university was the site of the Glassboro Summit Conference in 1967 between U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson and Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin . In 1958,
5037-427: Was $ 102,162 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 10,851) and the median family income was $ 121,366 (+/− $ 9,400). Males had a median income of $ 88,157 (+/− $ 6,618) versus $ 47,857 (+/− $ 10,273) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 36,354 (+/− $ 2,640). About 5.0% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 7.4% of those under age 18 and 2.8% of those age 65 or over. As of
5110-485: Was $ 44,992, and the median income for a family was $ 55,246. Males had a median income of $ 40,139 versus $ 30,358 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 18,113. About 8.5% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 15.6% of those under age 18 and 7.9% of those age 65 or over. The Glassboro Wildlife Management Area covers almost 2,400 acres (970 ha) in portions of Glassboro, Clayton , and Monroe Township . Glassboro
5183-424: Was $ 54,795 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 3,793) and the median family income was $ 67,171 (+/− $ 9,496). Males had a median income of $ 49,695 (+/− $ 4,361) versus $ 43,489 (+/− $ 2,608) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 23,108 (+/− $ 1,421). About 9.3% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line , including 18.6% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over. As of
5256-634: Was chosen as a compromise. Kosygin, having agreed to address the United Nations in New York City , wanted to meet in New York City . Johnson, wary of encountering protests against the Vietnam War , preferred to meet in Washington, D.C. They agreed in Glassboro because it was equidistant between the two cities. The summit's generally amicable atmosphere was referred to as the "Spirit of Glassboro," although
5329-457: Was established in 1969 and now serves students pre-kindergarten through eighth grade . Guardian Angels Regional School (Pre-K–Grade 3 campus in Gibbstown and 4–8 campus in Paulsboro ) takes students from Mullica Hill . It operates under the supervision of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Camden . As of May 2010 , the township had a total of 93.60 miles (150.63 km) of roadways, of which 56.92 miles (91.60 km) were maintained by
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