June 23, 2017

1. Roadway Improvements to Cypress Drive between Spruce Road and Oak Creek Circle and Woodland Drive Between Oak Creek Road and Cypress Drive Have Begun, and are expected to be completed before the end of July, weather dependent.  Improvements to the roadway include milling and resurfacing, as well as repairs to curbs, driveway aprons and handicapped ramps.  The concrete work has started, and will be followed by storm drain and pipe repairs.
2. 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.
3. Groups and Businesses Are 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 offer support, participate or host a booth can contact Det. Joseph Gorski at (609) 448-5678, ext. 231, or gorski@ewpd.com.
4. East Windsor Officials Continue Bicycle Safety Program by Distributing Mock Summonses Congratulating Children Wearing Safety Helmets during June and July.  The child will be asked by elected officials and police officers to sign a pledge "to use a safety helmet when using a bicycle, skateboard or rollerblades."  Completion of the pledge and form will enable them to be entered in a drawing for prizes to take place at "National Night Out" on Tuesday, August 1.
   
   East Windsor Officials continued "Use Your Head," a bicycle safety helmet giveaway program.  Pictured (from left to right) are;   Sayesha Singhal, age 7;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Akhil Enjapoori, age 6, and Anish Enjapoori, age 9.
   
5. East Windsor Township Will Hold Document Shredding/Recycling Day on Wednesday, July 12 from 4 pm to 8 pm, 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, useable 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.
6. CALENDAR:   East Windsor Sponsors Tusk Concert Sunday, July 23 at 6 pm at Etra Lake Park.  The "Fleetwood Mac" Tribute band features chart topping hits such as "Landslide", "Rhiannon", "Go Your Own Way", "Don’t Stop", "Dreams", "Say You Love Me", "Hold Me" and many others.