July 7, 2017

1. REMINDER:   East Windsor Independence Day Celebration Was Rescheduled to TOMORROW 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.
2. 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.
3. East Windsor Township Continues Child Passenger - Car Safety Seat Inspection Sessions, to promote child passenger safety, on Saturday, July 22 and Thursday, September 14, from 3 pm to 8 pm at the East Windsor Police/Court building at 80 One Mile Road.  An additional session will take place on Tuesday, August 1 during the Township National Night Out event at the East Windsor PAL complex, 30 Airport Road, from 6 pm to 9 pm.  These FREE Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspections are hosted by Mayor Janice S. Mironov, Members of Council, and the Police Department for Township residents.  Participants will have their child seats inspected to ensure proper installation and will receive educational materials on how to safely and properly restrain children passengers.
4. Mercer County Hazardous Waste Collection and Electronics Recycling Event Will Be Held Saturday, July 15, from 8 am to 2 pm, rain or shine, at the John T. Dempster Fire School, located on Bakers Basin/Lawrence Station Road in Lawrence Township.  No registration is required, just proof of Mercer County residency.  Residents can dispose of aerosol cans, used motor oil, propane gas tanks, pesticides, herbicides, car batteries, paint thinner, oil based paint, gasoline, anti-freeze, driveway sealer, insect repellants, and fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs.  Used electronic equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, televisions, and microwaves will be accepted.  For further information, visit the MCIA website at www.mcianj.org or call (609) 278-8086.
5. Oath of Office Administered to New Police Officers Giuston De Blasio, Michael Scalese, and Michael Whalen, who are filling police vacancies created by retirements and promotions.  Police Officer Giuston De Blasio, who graduated from the Ocean County Police Academy in May 2016, obtained an Associate of Arts Degree at Brookdale Community College and is currently attending Rutgers University to obtain a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.  He was previously a Police Officer in North Hanover Township.  Police Officer Michael Scalese, who graduated from the Ocean County Police Academy in May 2015, obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice at East Stroudsburg University in August 2013.  He previously was a Class II Special Law Enforcement Officer with the Stafford Township Police Department.  Police Officer Michael Whalen, who graduated from the Ocean County Policy Academy in May 2015, obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice at Kean University in May 2013.  He was previously a Police Officer in Riverton Borough.  New police officers De Blasio, Scalese and Whalen all have been assigned to the Uniform Services Division.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov administered oaths of office to new police officers Giuston De Blasio, Michael Scalese and Michael Whalen, who are filling police vacancies.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Police Officer Michael Whalen;  Police Officer Michael Scalese;  Police Officer Giuston De Blasio, and Chief of Police James Geary.
   
6. East Windsor Holds Tusk Concert on Sunday, July 23 at 6 pm at Etra Lake Park.  The "Fleetwood Mac" tribute band, comprised of five seasoned musicians who have been entertaining together for over twenty-five years, will feature chart topping hits such as "Landslide", "Rhiannon", "Oh Well," "Go Your Own Way", "Don’t Stop", "Dreams", "Say You Love Me", "Hold Me" and many others.  All of the free summer concert and family night series is made possible by the generous donations of many area businesses.  In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 pm the day of the event.  In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the East Windsor Regional School District Hightstown High School Auditorium.
7. 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.  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 personally attending the kick-off event for their support.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov recognizes local liquor license holders for their participation in the 2017 “We Check for 21” campaign.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   (front row) Brett Mansue, Days Inn of East Windsor;  Matt Falcon, TGI Fridays;  Kathy Vogel, Charlie Brown’s;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Tara Welch, Bottle King;  Paul Miller, Peddie Golf Club;  Ed Bogdan, David’s Pub & Package;  (back row) Jason Gershon, Holiday Inn of East Windsor;  Council Member Peter Yeager, East Windsor Municipal Alliance for Prevention of Substance Abuse Coordinator;  Tony Menendez, Town Diner;  Karen Kleber, East Windsor Bowl  and USA Wine Traders Club;  Ranga Adavelly, PST Associates;  Wayne Varga, Hightstown Elks #1955;  Steven Weston and Michael Gebhardt, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5700, and Kevin Chabra, Americana Diner.     
8. "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.
9. Calendar:   East Windsor Holds "Family Night in the Park" on Saturday, August 5 at 7 pm at Etra Lake Park Featuring "Sing!" on a Large-Screen.  Set in a world like ours but entirely inhabited by animals, "Sing!" stars Buster Moon (Matthew McConaughey), a dapper Koala who presides over a once-grand theater that has fallen on hard times.  Now facing the crumbling of his life's ambition, he has one final chance to restore his fading jewel to its former glory by producing the world's greatest singing competition.  Prior to the start of the movie, there will be inflatable rides, games, and vendors.