Hunterdon County celebrates LINK’s 40th anniversary, local safety and sustainability leaders honored at goHunterdon awards
HUNTERDON COUNTY, N.J. — Deputy Director Shaun C. Van Doren, joined by Commissioners Jeff Kuhl and Susan J. Soloway, attended the goHunterdon Annual Meeting & Awards Breakfast on Friday, Oct. 3, at Stanton Ridge Country Club, where community leaders gathered to celebrate achievements in transportation safety, sustainability, and innovation across Hunterdon County.
The event recognized individuals, schools, and organizations for their efforts to improve mobility and quality of life for county residents. Among the honorees was The LINK, Hunterdon County’s primary public transportation system, which was celebrated for four decades of providing reliable, affordable service connecting residents to employment, healthcare, education, and other essential resources.
“For four decades now, the LINK has been a lifeline for so many in our community,” said Deputy Director Van Doren. “It represents Hunterdon County’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that all residents — regardless of age or circumstances — have access to dependable public transit. Congratulations to the LINK on 40 years of dedicated service.”
Operated in coordination with county government, the LINK continues to serve as a cornerstone of Hunterdon County’s investment in mobility and accessibility, especially for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in rural areas where transit options are limited.
“Hunterdon County is proud to support and celebrate the community partners, educators, and organizations that are making a meaningful impact on public safety and transportation,” Van Doren added. “The LINK is a clear example of how targeted public investment directly improves quality of life and builds stronger, more connected communities.”
The goHunterdon Annual Meeting also highlighted regional excellence in transportation and sustainability. Top honors included:
- Safety Champion – Readington Township Police Department, for dedication to community safety initiatives.
- Safe Routes to School Champion – Copper Hill Elementary School, for exceptional efforts to promote student pedestrian and bicycle safety.
- Sustainable Hunterdon Champion – Liz Magill Peer, for her leadership and advocacy of environmental sustainability across the county.
Several local schools and municipalities also received Safe Routes to School Statewide Recognition awards at Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels for their ongoing promotion of student safety and walkability initiatives.
