December 20, 2019

1. East Windsor Township Annual Reorganization Meeting Is Scheduled for Wednesday, January 1 at 2 P.M.  at the East Windsor Township Senior Center (40 Lanning Boulevard).  The public is invited to attend the largely ceremonial meeting at which the Township Council makes appointments to Township boards and committees, and does various recognitions.  A reception and refreshments will follow the meeting. 
2. The 130 Farmers Market Has Reopened under New Ownership and Management on Route 130 South in the Towne Center Shopping Center, next to M&T Bank.  The 9,520 square foot market features farm fresh and organic produce, an expanded delicatessen section, flowers, and other canned and packaged groceries.  The new owners operate another farm market on Route 9 in Old Bridge.  The 130 Farmers Market joins other stores including Burlington, Party Fair and Dollar Tree.  Current hours of operation are 8 A.M. to 9 P.M. daily. 
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members, joined by owners and managers, cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand re-opening of the 130 Farmers Market on Route 130 South.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Chun Oh, Produce Manager;  Grace Oh, Floral Manager;  Myong You, Owner;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Koo You, Owner;  David Oh, Store Manager;  Council Member John Zoller, and Council Member Perry Shapiro.
   
3. East Windsor Township Participated in Womanspace "Communities of Light" on Monday, December 2, weather notwithstanding, to raise funds for Womanspace and focus public awareness on the important issue of domestic violence and services available to victims.  Checks of support payable to Womanspace remain enthusiastically welcomed (checks can be dropped off at or mailed to the municipal building all month, at 16 Lanning Boulevard, East Windsor, NJ 08520).  Communities of Light, benefiting victims of domestic violence, is sponsored by Womanspace, the primary non-profit organization in Mercer County providing crisis intervention and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The mission of Womanspace, which is celebrating their 42nd Anniversary, is to provide a comprehensive array of services to individuals impacted by domestic violence and dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals and families.
4. East Windsor Township 2020 New Year's Food Drive Will Kick-Off January 1, 2020 and Continue through January 31, 2020.  Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members are asking area residents and businesses to drop off donated non-perishable food items at the East Windsor Municipal Building (16 Lanning Boulevard) during business hours, the East Windsor Police/Court Building (80 One Mile Road) 24/7, or at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 (69 Twin Rivers Drive).  Food donations also can be brought to the East Windsor Reorganization Meeting on Wednesday, January 1 at 2 P.M., at the East Windsor Senior Center.  The food drive will benefit the food pantries of RISE and St. Anthony's Church, area-based organizations that provide assistance to local individuals and families. 
5. REMINDER:   ALL Township Offices Will Be CLOSED on Wednesday, December 25 and Wednesday, January 1.  Recycling collection for Area #2 residents, normally on Wednesday, December 25, will be on Thursday, December 26.  Residents who normally have bulk items collection on the first Wednesday i.e. Wednesday, January 1, can place bulk items with regular garbage collected on Monday, December 30 or Thursday, January 2.  Visit the Township website (CLICK HERE) for additional garbage collection information.
6. 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. 238. 
7. ALERT:   Stockton Street (County Route 571), between Route 130 in East Windsor and Main Street (Route 33) in Hightstown, is CLOSED to through traffic Monday through Friday, from 9 A.M.to 3 P.M., for utility construction.  Detours are posted.  Construction is anticipated to be completed by the end of December, weather dependent. 
8. Residents Are Encouraged to Register and Urge Other Residents to Register to Receive E-News Updates. E-News is used for alert communications in significant weather and service impacted situations, as well as generally weekly to provide information on new businesses and stores, roadway projects, grants, special events and other subjects of public interest. (CLICK HERE) or visit the East Windsor Township website at www.east-windsor.nj.us to register for E-News. East Windsor officials seek to expand resident subscribers. PLEASE SEND THIS E-NEWS INFORMATION TO YOUR EAST WINDSOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY ENCOURAGING THEM TO SIGN-UP. 
9. Register to Receive Nixle Communications System Alerts, implemented by Mayor and Council, to enable real time text messages to residents and businesses about safety and health subjects, as severe weather conditions, traffic disruptions, road closures, flooding, power outages, and significant community updates.  Residents are encouraged to register for the notifications by texting "08520" to the number 888-777 from their cell phone.  Residents also can register online (CLICK HERE) to receive the notifications via email and/or mobile phone.  IMPORTANT NOTE:   Regardless of your zip code, you must use 08520 to receive East Windsor related Nixle alerts. 
10. Recreation Department Offers Trip to “Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventure" on Monday, December 30 (for 3 P.M. show) at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  The bus will depart the Municipal Building parking lot (16 Lanning Blvd.) at 1 P.M.  The $62 cost per person includes motor coach transportation and admission to Club Box 11 which has a lounge and a private restroom.  Attendees under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225 or (CLICK HERE) to register. 
11. Recreation Department Offers Trip to New Jersey Devils vs Washington Capitals Hockey Game on Saturday, February 22, 2020 (for 1 P.M. Game) at the Prudential Center in Newark.  The bus will depart from the Municipal Building parking lot (16 Lanning Boulevard) at 11 A.M.  The $86 cost per person includes motor coach transportation, a ticket for entry to the game in Section 132 and a NJ Devils drawstring bag.  Attendees under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225 or (CLICK HERE) to register. 
12. Recreation Department Offers Snow Tubing Trip to Mountain Creek on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, New Jersey.  The bus will depart the Municipal Building parking lot (16 Lanning Blvd.) at 8 A.M.  The $56 cost per person includes motor coach transportation, 2 hour lift ticket for snow tubing session and lunch.  Snow tubing participants must be at least 5 years of age and 42” tall.  Attendees under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225 or (CLICK HERE) to register.