June 29, 2018

1. ALERT:   Windsor-Perrineville Road between Old York Road and Imlaystown Road Resurfacing Project by Mercer County Continues, and is expected to be completed by July 13, weather dependent.  During construction, Windsor-Perrineville Road will be closed to all but local traffic Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.  Traffic is being detoured to Old York Road, South Main Street, Etra Road and Cedarville Road.
2. ALERT:   Probasco Road between Route 33 and Twin Rivers Drive Milling and Paving Continues, and is expected to be completed, by mid-July, weather dependent.  The project, performed by low bidder Richard T. Barrett Paving Company of Trenton, New Jersey, is funded in part by a $260,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation grant awarded to East Windsor Township.  Residents in work areas should take note of any posted parking restrictions.  Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.
3. ALERT:   Wyckoff Mills Road to be Milled and Paved on Tuesday July 3, weather dependent.  During this one day construction project, Wyckoff Mills Road will have an alternating traffic pattern from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.  Expect possible delays in traffic during this time.   
4. Mayor Janice S. Mironov Presented 2018 "Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders" $1,000 Scholarship Award to East Windsor Class of 2018 High School Graduate, Ali Raza Husaini.  Ali Raza Husaini is one of three statewide winners of the 2018 "Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders" $1,000 Scholarship award, sponsored by the New Jersey League of Municipalities.  The statewide scholarship competition centers on the theme "What My Mayor and Governing Body Do Best" and seeks to advance the virtues of elected and volunteer members of the community, while raising awareness of municipal government in general.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov makes presentation to East Windsor Class of 2018 High School graduate, Ali Raza Husaini, winner of the 2018 "Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders" $1,000 Scholarship award.
   
5. REMINDER:   Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program, Sponsored by East Windsor Township and Funded by $7,000 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, Kicks Off on Saturday, June 30, from 12 P.M. to 4 P.M. at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 (69 Twin Rivers Drive)  The 2018 Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law.  Interested residents, at no cost, can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws.  Other sessions will take place as follows:   Saturday, July 7 from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. at Disbrow Hill Park (during Independence Day celebration);  Saturday, July 21 from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. at Disbrow Hill Park (during "Family Night in Park" event);  Tuesday, August 7 from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. at East Windsor P.A.L. complex, 30 Airport Road (during National Night Out), and Thursday, September 13, from 3 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the East Windsor Police/Court Building, 80 One Mile Road. 
6. 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. 
7. East Windsor Township Will Hold Document Shredding/Recycling Day on Wednesday, July 11 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, usable 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.
8. 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 2018 “We Check for 21” campaign.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   (front row) George Simaan, TGI Fridays;  Irene Papaioannou, Americana Diner;  Tara Welch, Bottle King;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Paul Miller; Peddie Golf Club;  Harvinder Singh, Shoppes of East Windsor;  Michael Shamy, Charlie Brown's;  (middle row)  Deputy Mayor John Zoller;  Joseph Rubino, Twin Rivers Pub;  Patricia O'Brien, Hightstown Elks;  (back row)  Jason Gershon, Holiday Inn;  Edward Meara, Mercer County Municipal Drug Alliance Coordinator;  Council Member Peter Yeager, Coordinator, East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse.  Ranganath Lingala, PST Associates;  Tony Menendez, Town Diner, and Steve Weston, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5700.  
9. East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 Is Holding Youth Fire Academy, Monday, July 30 through Friday, August 3 from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. at Firehouse (69 Twin Rivers Drive).  Students ages 10 to 15 with an interest in a career in fire service can attend the week-long fire academy-styled training program designed to expose them to the many different aspects of fire service and emergency services involvement.  Activities include learning about personal protection equipment, fire behavior, firefighter tactics, physical training, teamwork and leadership and basic first aid.  The deadline for applications is July 20.  For more information and application forms, call (609) 443-5130 or e-mail chief46ewvfc2@gmail.com.
10. 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.
11. CALENDAR:   East Windsor Is Holding "Family Night in the Park" on Saturday, July 21 at 7 pm at Etra Lake Park Featuring a Large Screen Viewing of the Movie "Coco."  Coco features young Miguel, who despite his family's generations-old ban on music, dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol Ernesto dela Cruz.  Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead.  After meeting a charming trickster named Hector, they embark on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history.  Prior to the start of the movie, there will be inflatable rides, games, and vendors.  Rain date is Sunday, July 22.
12. Township Offices Will Be CLOSED Wednesday, July 4 due to the Independence Day holiday.

Happy July 4 Independence Day to Our United States!
Have a Safe and Enjoyable Holiday!