June 2, 2017

1. REMINDER: Primary Election Day Is Tuesday, June 6. Polls are open from 6 am to 8 pm. For further information, including polling locations, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 237.
2. ALERT: East Windsor Commencing Improvements to Cypress Drive between Spruce Road and Oak Creek Circle and Woodland Drive Between Oak Creek Road and Cypress Drive on or about June 12, and lasting about five weeks, weather permitting. The work, performed by low bidder the Earle Companies of Farmingdale, New Jersey, begins with concrete repairs to curbs, driveway aprons, and handicap ramps. Residents in work areas should take note of any posted parking restrictions. Milling and resurfacing of the entire roadway currently is projected for early July, weather dependent. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
3. East Windsor Township Was Awarded $335,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation Grant for Roadway Improvements to Brooktree Road from Oak Creek Road to Dutch Neck Road and Wiltshire Drive from Dutch Neck Road to Dorchester Drive. The funding, successfully obtained by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members, will be used to resurface the roadway, as well as other associated improvements to curbing, drainage, and handicap ramps. The Township must first proceed with the NJDOT mandated engineering work, and the roadway work schedule will be determined upon engineering completion and NJDOT approval, and in coordination with other construction projects in the area.
4. East Windsor Mayor and Council Continue Bicycle Helmet Giveaway Program "Use Your Head," whereby residents age 5 through 16 can receive a bicycle helmet, at no cost. The final session will be held on Wednesday, June 7, from 4 pm to 7 pm, at the East Windsor Municipal Building. After viewing a brief 5 minute video on the importance of bicycle helmets and bicycle safety, participants will be measured and given a properly fitted bicycle helmet, along with safety literature. This is the first of a two phase bicycle safety program running until August.
   
   
   East Windsor officials continue Use Your Head bicycle safety helmet giveaway program. Pictured (from left to right) are: Samuel Look, age 8; Lucas Guan, age 5; Janvi Patel, age 6; Mayor Janice S. Mironov; Elisha Matthew, age 5, and Nistha Sheth, age 11.
   
5. Groups and Businesses Invited to Participate in "National Night Out" Set for Tuesday, August 1, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the East Windsor PAL Complex, 30 Airport Road. This annual fun educational Township event, sponsored by Mayor Janice 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 participate can contact Det. Joseph Gorski at (609) 448-5678, ext. 231, or gorski@ewpd.com.
6. CALENDAR: East Windsor Independence Day Celebration Will Be Held on Saturday, July 1 (rain date Saturday, July 8) at Etra Lake Park. Free entertainment begins at 6 pm 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 7:30 pm 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 pm. 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 cancellation information.
7. Mayor Janice S. Mironov Delivered Annual State of the Township Address before the MidJersey Chamber of Commerce and recapped the "Top 21" of the past year, providing updates on major commercial and Township projects. The address can be viewed on the Township website at www.east-windsor.nj.us, or CLICK HERE.