June 8, 2018

1. Roadway Improvements to Probasco Road Between Route 33 and Twin Rivers Drive Began the Week of June 4 with concrete repairs to curbs, handicapped ramps, and thereafter the roadway will be milled and paved. The project, which is funded in part by a $260,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation grant, is anticipated to take four to six weeks to complete, weather dependent. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7 am to 5 pm.
2. Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Members of Council Ceremoniously Accept Delivery of the New Grant-Awarded Community Bus. The 2017 Freightliner Defender Bus, grant-awarded by the Federal Transit Administration and New Jersey Transit, will replace the existing Community Bus vehicle, used primarily to service local senior citizens The new bus is handicapped accessible and is equipped with a power lift, accommodating up to 24 passengers and two wheelchairs. The vehicle has a value exceeding $133,000. The Community Bus is available Monday through Friday to transport senior citizens to and from the Senior Center as well as to local shopping centers and medical offices, and makes scheduled stops at several Township senior citizen housing developments. For further information or for a pick up by the Community Bus, call the Senior Center a day ahead at (609) 371-7192.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members ceremoniously accept delivery of the new 2017 Freightliner Defender Bus, grant-awarded by the Federal Transit Administration and New Jersey Transit which will replace the existing East Windsor Township Community Bus vehicle. Pictured (from left to right) are: Karen Theer, East Windsor Senior Center Director; Fay Fisch, East Windsor Senior Center volunteer; Kelly Roman, East Windsor Senior Center Assistant; Council Member Perry Shapiro; Council Member Peter Yeager; Council Member Denise Daniels; Council Member Marc Lippman; Council Member Alan Rosenberg, and Mayor Janice S. Mironov.
   
3. June 5 Primary Election Results are available on the Mercer County Clerk website (CLICK HERE).
4. East Windsor Is Launching MySeniorCenter, an Online Information and Registration System for the East Windsor Township Senior Center. MySeniorCenter is available in the lobby of the Senior Center located at 40 Lanning Boulevard, and provides 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 soon become available, providing seniors with online access at home to sign-up, register and pay for programs. Senior Center staff are available to assist and instruct members on how to use the MySeniorCenter system. For more information CLICK HERE.
5. "Emergency Medical Technician of the Year" Zachary Beyer Was Honored During Recognition of Emergency Medical Services Week. Mayor Janice S. Mironov issued a Proclamation declaring Emergency Medical Services Week, May 20 to 26, and praising all Township emergency medical services volunteers of East Windsor Township rescue squads for their exemplary service. Mayor Mironov also recognized East Windsor Rescue Squad, District I "EMT of the Year" Zachary Beyer. Zachary Beyer, who joined Rescue Squad, District I in September 2011, with prior experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, served as vehicle engineer and then quickly rose to the key leadership position of Deputy Chief, He is an active rider on the ambulance and rescue truck and has responded to several hundred calls, consistently assists other volunteers in responding to emergency medical service needs, and continues to develop his skills and pursue educational advancement by earning his Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification and completing his training for Emergency Medical Dispatching. A further sign of his continuous commitment and hard work, Zachary Beyer also was recognized as the EMT of the Year in 2013. The Proclamation stated that "Zachary Beyer's exceptional service and leadership has made him a tremendous asset to the organization and has earned him the respect of the members of East Windsor Rescue Squad, District I and the appreciation of the entire community."
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov presents Proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week and recognizing EMT of the Year Zachary Beyer. Pictured (from left to right) are: Chief Robert Manlio, East Windsor Rescue Squad, District 1; Zachary Beyer, EMT of the Year, and Mayor Janice S. Mironov.
6. Mayor Janice S. Mironov Delivered Annual State of the Township Address before the MidJersey Chamber of Commerce and recapped the "Top 21, Plus 1" of the past and upcoming 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.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov presented the annual State of East Windsor Township Address at meeting of MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce at the Holiday Inn East Windsor. Pictured (from left to right) are: Michael A. Cano, Interim President and CEO MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce; Jeannine Cimino, Chairperson of the Board, MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce and Senior Vice President, Regional Operation Leader for the Mid-Atlantic Region, Berkshire Bank; Mayor Janice S. Mironov, and Pamela Simmons, East Windsor Branch Manager, Berkshire Bank.
7. 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.
8. 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.