June 1, 2018

1. REMINDER: Primary Election Day Is Tuesday, June 5. Polls are open from 6 am to 8 pm. For further information, including polling locations, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 237.
2. REMINDER: Mercer County Hazardous Waste Collection and Electronics Recycling Event Will Be Held on Saturday, June 2, from 8 am to 2 pm, rain or shine, at the John T. Dempster Fire School, located on Baker's 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 paints, gasoline, anti-freeze, driveway sealer, insect repellents, and fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs. Used electronic equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, televisions, stereos, and microwaves will be accepted. For further information, visit the MCIA website at www.mcianj.org or call (609) 278-8086.
3. Oaths of Office Administered to New Police Officers Robert Galvin, Nicholas Hoffmann and Brian Rust who are filling police vacancies created by retirements and promotions. Police Officer Robert Galvin, who graduated from the Cape May County Police Academy in June 2016, obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice at Stockton University in May 2015. He previously worked for a private personal security company. Police Officer Nicholas Hoffmann, who graduated from the Essex County Police Academy in December 2017, obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree at Pennsylvania State University in May 2010. He previously worked as a membership counselor at the New Jersey Athletic Club. Police Officer Brian Rust, who graduated from the Gloucester County Policy Academy in May 2014, obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree at Rutgers University in January 2013. He was previously a police officer in Gibbsboro Borough. New police officers Galvin, Hoffmann and Rust all have been assigned to the Uniform Services Division.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov administered the oaths of office to new police officers Robert Galvin, Nicholas Hoffmann and Brian Rust who are filling vacancies. Pictured (from left to right) are: Mayor Janice S. Mironov; Police Officer Nicholas Hoffmann; Police Officer Robert Galvin; Police Officer Brian Rust, and Chief of Police James Geary.
   
4. Roadway Improvements to Probasco Road Between Route 33 and Twin Rivers Drive Are Scheduled to Begin with Concrete Work on Monday, June 4. The project will include milling and resurfacing, as well as repairs to curbs and handicapped ramps. The project, which is funded in part by a $260,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation grant, is anticipated to take approximately eight weeks to complete, weather dependent. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
5. East Windsor Is Launching MySeniorCenter, an Online Information and Registration System for the East Windsor Senior Center on or about Monday June 4. MySeniorCenter will be available in the lobby of the Senior Center located at 40 Lanning Boulevard, and provide members with an automated check-in system where they can also review, register and pay for programs at the center. A companion website, MyActiveCenter, will also launch, providing seniors with online access at home to sign-up, register and pay for programs. Senior Center staff will be available to assist and instruct members on how to use the MySeniorCenter system. For more information CLICK HERE.
6. Groups and Businesses Invited to Participate in "National Night Out" Set for Tuesday, August 7, 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.
7. CALENDAR: East Windsor Independence Day Celebration Will Be Held on Saturday, July 7 (rain date Saturday, July 14) 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.