Hillsborough Township in New Jersey is initiating a patriotic fire hydrant painting program in preparation for Independence Day, aiming to paint 60 hydrants in red, white, and blue. This initiative, announced by Mayor Catherine Payne during a Township Committee meeting, is inspired by community feedback and commemorates the nation’s 250th anniversary. The program is a collaboration with New Jersey American Water and Sherwin-Williams, which has generously donated the necessary materials. Starting June 1, residents can register for paint kits on a first-come, first-served basis. Each kit will contain industrial paint for one of three approved designs, while ensuring that hydrants remain functional and visible for emergency services. Specific guidelines will govern the painting process, including restrictions on design complexity and the need to mask certain elements of the hydrants. The project aims to enhance community spirit and pride, with any leftover paint being used for a mural in a local park.