October 18, 2019

1. Mayor Janice S. Mironov Delivers Annual East Windsor Township, State of the Township Address, recapping 2018 and 2019 accomplishments and Township goals and projects for the year. Mayor Mironov’s topics included new businesses and commercial development updates, budget and financial subjects, Township recreation and senior services projects, local roadway and safety improvements, environmental initiatives, and other topics of local interest. The address can be viewed on the Township website at www.east-windsor.nj.us, or CLICK HERE.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov presents the annual State of East Windsor Township Address at the East Windsor Senior Center.
   
2. East Windsor Offers Free Flu Clinic on Thursday, October 24, from 9:30 A.M. to 3 P.M. at the Township Senior Center (40 Lanning Boulevard), for Township residents 60 years and older.  The vaccinations are by appointment only, by calling the Township Health Department at (609) 443-4000, ext. 222. 
3. East Windsor Will Participate in Operation Medicine Cabinet on Saturday, October 26 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M., offering residents the opportunity to dispose of unused, unwanted and expired prescription medications in an environmentally responsible manner and reducing possible access by unauthorized persons and young people to these drugs.  The Township has a drop box in the lobby of the police/court building at 80 One Mile Road for the collection of these various medications.  This special one-day collaborative event with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is intended to focus community attention on the importance and opportunity for secure and responsible disposal of medications.  Collected medications will be turned over to the DEA on the next business day for final disposal.  The Township maintains a year-round 24/7 accessible permanent medicine drop box in the lobby of the police/court building.
   
                                
4. East Windsor Will Hold Free Rabies Clinics for dog and cat owners on Saturday, November 2 from 1 P.M to 3 P.M. at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 at 51 One Mile Road and on Saturday, November 9 from 1 P.M. to 3 P.M. at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 at 69 Twin Rivers Drive.  Owners will be required to show a certificate of previous rabies vaccination to receive a vaccination of three year duration; otherwise vaccinations of one year duration only will be provided.  For safety, all animals must be properly restrained by leash or carried.  For more information, contact the Animal Control Officer at (609) 448-5678, ext. 229 or (CLICK HERE). 
5. The Family Resource Network Relocates Headquarters to East Windsor Township.  The Family Resource Network, now occupying 7,600 square feet in the Windsor Corporate Park on Old Trenton Road, is a statewide non-profit provider of support services to individuals with special needs and their families since 1970. The Family Resource Network, with 80 full time employees and 200 part time employees, is a comprehensive family-focused organization offering more than 50 programs and services to 30,000 individuals in New Jersey living with epilepsy, autism, developmental and physical disabilities and chronic illnesses. For more information about The Family Resource Network, visit their website at www.familyresourcenetwork.org.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members Denise Daniels and John Zoller join with Liza Gundell, CEO of The Family Resource Network, to cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening their new office in Windsor Corporate Park in East Windsor.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   (back row)  AnnMarie DiFalco, Senior Vice President of Quality Assurance;  Council Member John Zoller;  Peter Crowley, President and CEO, Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber;  Veronica Diaforli, Senior Vice President of Programs and Services, Family Resource Network;  Sue Carduner, CFO, Family Resource Network;  (front row)  Liza Gundell, CEO, Family Resource Network;  Warren Josephson, Board of Trustees President, Family Resource Network;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Eileen Coyne, Senior Vice President of Case Management, Family Resource Network, and Council Member Denise Daniels.
6. Vote By Mail Applications Are Available for Registered Voters to Vote by Mail Instead of Going to the Polls on November 5.  College students attending school outside the area are urged to apply as soon as possible if they do not plan on returning home to vote in the election.  Vote-by-Mail application forms are available at the Municipal Clerk’s office in the East Windsor Municipal Building, or online at the New Jersey Division of Elections website (CLICK HERE).  Applications cannot be accepted by facsimile or email.  Deadlines to Apply to Vote By Mail in the Tuesday, November 5 General Election are Tuesday October 29 when submitting your application by mail and Monday, November 4 by 3 P.M. when submitting your application in person at the County Clerk's office in Trenton.  Questions can be directed to the municipal clerk's office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 238. 
7. East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 Hosts Halloween Party on Sunday, October 27, from 12 Noon to 4 P.M., at the fire station (69 Twin Rivers Drive).  The event will include fire truck rides, hay rides, hot dogs, cookies and snacks, D.J., dancing, fun and games.  Residents interested in joining the Fire Company are encouraged to attend and obtain information.  For further information, call (609) 443-5130. 
8. Mayor Janice S. Mironov Proclaims October "Domestic Violence Awareness Month" and Recognizes Womanspace and the Domestic Violence Victim Response Team, joined by Womanspace Executive Director Patricia Hart and Team members. The Mayoral Proclamation reads, "The East Windsor Domestic Violence Victim Response Team and Womanspace have provided a coordinated community response that has served hundreds of local residents during its years of operation, and has improved many lives in our community by advocating the importance of victim safety as well as accountability for abusers. The pro-active commitment by East Windsor Township through its Domestic Violence Victim Response Team and Womanspace visibly demonstrates to our residents and surrounding municipalities that we are united in combating domestic violence and that it is unacceptable to our entire community." Womanspace is the lead non-profit organization in Mercer County that provides crisis intervention, support and a comprehensive array of services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov proclaims Domestic Violence Awareness Month and recognizes Womanspace and the Domestic Violence Victim Response Team (DVVRT) for their outstanding work and support for abuse victims.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Salim, DVVRT volunteer member;  Shaila, DVVRT volunteer member;  Susan, DVVRT volunteer member;  Jen, DVVRT volunteer member;  Patricia Hart, Executive Director of Womanspace;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov, and Police Chief James Geary.
9. ALERT:   Route 130/Hankins Road/Conover Road Realignment Project Work Actively Continues.  The Conover Road intersection at Route 130 will be fully CLOSED beginning on or about Monday, October 21, until project completion.  Drivers should follow posted detours.  The improvement project provides for Route 130, Hankins Road and Conover Road to be realigned to meet at a single point controlled by a traffic signal and allowing for all left-turn movements.  Upon completion, drivers will be able to make signal protected left turns from Route 130 South onto Conover Road and from Conover Road onto Route 130 South, and allow direct access across Route 130 from Conover Road to Hankins Road.  This realignment project includes drainage improvements and the relocation of existing utilities.  The project is partially funded by a $525,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation.  A December 1 completion date is anticipated, weather permitting.
10. East Windsor Township Mayor and Council Encourage Citizens to Volunteer for Township Boards and Committees.  Citizens can apply to serve on the Clean Communities Advisory Committee, Commission on Aging, East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority, Economic Development Committee, Environmental Commission, Health Advisory Board, Planning Board, Recreation Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment and the East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse.  Residents interested in volunteering can obtain an application form from the municipal clerk or can fill out this form (CLICK HERE) and return by email to clerk@east-windsor.nj.us, by fax to (609) 443-8303, or by mail to Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Township Council, East Windsor Township Municipal Building, 16 Lanning Boulevard, East Windsor, New Jersey 08520.  For further information, call the Municipal Clerk's Office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 240. 
11. High School Students Invited to Serve as Student Members of East Windsor Township Boards and Commissions.  The boards and commissions included in the program are Commission on Aging, Clean Communities Committee, Economic Development Commission, Environmental Commission, Health Advisory Committee and Recreation Commission, as well as the East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse.  High school students who wish to be considered should submit a letter indicating their area of interest and reasons or related background, by email to clerk@east-windsor.nj.us, by fax to (609) 443-8303 or by mail to Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Members of the Township Council, East Windsor Municipal Building, 16 Lanning Boulevard, East Windsor, New Jersey 08520.
12. ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:  Volunteer Opportunity in Television Broadcasting Available.  If you are interested in broadcasting and would like hands-on training on a live, local television program, opportunities are available to work with the award winning "Spotlight East Windsor" program, one hour every other Wednesday night, at the East Windsor Municipal Building.  Volunteers will learn camera techniques, audio, lighting, video switching, videotape operation and much more.  Those interested should contact the Municipal Clerk’s office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 237 and leave your name and contact information.