June 28, 2019

1. East Windsor Independence Day Celebration Will Be Held on Saturday, July 6 (rain date Saturday, July 13) at Etra Lake Park.  Free entertainment begins at 6 P.M. with the Jerry Rife's Rhythm Kings Dixieland Jazz Band, a 6 piece band from the Delaware Valley area best known for its traditional jazz sound, followed at 7:45 P.M. by the Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One, a 6 piece ensemble from Central Jersey performing "Americana" and a variety of popular melodies.  The spectacular Fireworks Display will commence immediately following the musical presentations, at approximately 9:30 P.M.  Bring your blankets and chairs, and use the barbecue grills for a night of free fun at beautiful Etra Lake Park.  There also will be vendors present selling refreshments.  This free event is made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses.  In the event of inclement weather, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 for any updates.
2. REMINDER:   No Township Curbside Garbage Collection Will Occur on Thursday, July 4 and All Township Offices Will Be CLOSED due to the Independence Day holiday.  Residents of Area #1, who would normally have garbage collection on Thursday, July 4, are to put their garbage out on the next regularly scheduled collection date which is Monday, July 8.  Visit the Township website (CLICK HERE) for additional garbage collection information.
3. East Windsor Township Will Hold Document Shredding/Recycling Day on Wednesday, July 10 from 4 P.M. to 8 P.M., at the East Windsor Senior Center, located at 40 Lanning Boulevard.  This Township event is sponsored by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Members of Council, in conjunction with the East Windsor Clean Communities Committee.  Free document shredding will be available to East Windsor residents, with a limit of ten boxes per household.  No commercial drop-offs are permitted.  RISE will be on-site for drop-off of shoes, clothing, blankets, working appliances, usable furniture, and housewares.  NO ELECTRONICS ACCEPTED at this event (i.e. NO televisions, computers, computer accessories and non-working appliances.)  For further information, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 215.
4. Milling and Paving of Cypress Drive from Meadowbrook Road to One Mile Road South and Spruce Road Has Been Rescheduled to Begin on Monday, July 8 as a result of ground water conditions created by consecutive days of heavy rain and to avoid the holiday week, and is expected to take five days, weather permitting.  Residents should take note of any posted traffic or parking restrictions in work areas.  The project, awarded to Richard T. Barrett Paving Company of Trenton, New Jersey, is anticipated to be completed in July.  Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.
5. Groups and Businesses Invited to Participate in"National Night Out" Set for Tuesday, August 6, from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. at the East Windsor PAL Complex, 30 Airport Road.  This annual fun educational Township event, sponsored by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members in conjunction with Chief of Police James Geary, features crime watch information, emergency services equipment, music, booths and displays by area groups and businesses with information and giveaways supporting the National Night Out theme.  Area community groups and businesses who wish to offer support, participate or host a booth can contact Det. Joseph Gorski at (609) 448-5678, ext. 231, or gorski@ewpd.com.
6. East Windsor Kicks-Off "We Check for 21" Campaign Joined by Township License Holders, an Initiative of Mayor Mironov and Council Members to Deter Underage Drinking.  The Mayoral Proclamation notes, "the We Check for 21 Program is an excellent vehicle to bring together municipal government leaders, young people, parents, key community and school leaders, policy makers and local businesses toward a common positive community effort" and "calls on all businesses and citizens to become more aware of and more involved in efforts to reduce underage drinking in our community."  As part of the Township campaign, liquor license holders are required to sign the "We Check for 21" pledge, affirming strong support of the program, as a condition of receiving their liquor license renewal.  The Township recognizes and thanks the license holders who personally attended the kick-off event for their support.
   
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov recognizes local liquor license holders for their participation in the 2019 “We Check for 21” campaign.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Tony Menendez, Town Diner;  Bruce MacDougall, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5700;  Michael Shamy, Charlie Brown's;  Brian Quigley, City Streets;  Stephen Jorge, Bottle King;  Tony Scotto, Twin Rivers Pub;  Gary Burger, Americana Diner;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Council Member Peter Yeager, Coordinator, East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse;  Paul Miller, Peddie Golf Club;  Patricia O'Brien, Elks Lodge 1955;  Matt Falcone, TGI Fridays;  Amanda Calabrese, Holiday Inn and Days Inn;  David DiPietro, East Windsor Bowl and USA Wine Traders Club, and Jatinder Singh, The Shoppes at East Windsor.
   
7. East Windsor Township Invites Proposals for Art Installation at the Route 130 and Route 33 Gateway Intersection.  Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members are seeking concrete ideas to consider for the potential creation of a visible outdoor landmark on Township owned property at the southern Township intersection of Route 130 and Route 33.  Concept proposals should include installation of an original work of art that provides an attractive and memorable entry point into the Township, which is sufficiently sized to be visible to vehicle traffic on both Route 130 and Route 33, and is durable to last at least 10 years outdoors.  Proposals should be submitted to the Township Clerk's office by July 23, 2019.  Additional information is available on the Township website (CLICK HERE).
8. Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Initiative, Funded by $6,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, continues through September.  The FREE Child Passenger Safety Seat inspections for Township residents, hosted by Mayor Janice S. Mironov, Members of Council and the police department, are to promote child passenger safety. Participants will have their child seats inspected to ensure proper installation and will receive educational materials regarding current state child restraint laws.  Sessions will be held as follows:   East Windsor Police/Court building, at 80 One Mile Road on Wednesday, July 17, Thursday, August 22, and Friday, September 13 from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. and at the Township National Night Out event at the East Windsor PAL Complex (30 Airport Road) on Tuesday, August 6 from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M.
9. CALENDAR:   East Windsor Holds "Danny V's 52nd Street Band" Tribute to Billy Joel Concert on Sunday, July 28 at 6 P.M. at Etra Lake Park.  Danny V’s 52nd Street Band is a full-scale, 6 piece group recreating the performances of the “Piano Man” …Billy Joel.  52nd Street offers the best of Billy Joel, covering his entire career from the 70’s. 80’s and 90’s.  As the longest running tribute to Billy Joel, performances often include many of the greatest hits like We Didn’t Start the Fire, Uptown Girl, Movin’ Out, New York State of Mind, Only The Good Die Young, An Innocent Man and You May be Right.  These free events are made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses.  In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 P.M. the day of the event.

Happy July 4 Independence Day to Our United States!
Have a Safe and Enjoyable Holiday!