Recreation Commission Chairman
Mike Guadagnino
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Oakland Recreation Commission Chair Mike Guadagnino Credits Dedicated Volunteers for Success of Past Projects, and Shares Vision for Future Ones
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Mike Guadagnino, who moved to Oakland in 1998, first became involved in sports recreation through his role as a dad.
He started out coaching when his kids began playing sports, then joined the baseball leadership, eventually becoming the baseball commissioner.
During his tenure, six baseball fields were revamped.“The ones we had were tired,” he said, adding that it's important to "always work to make something better."
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In 2006, Guadagnino, who has a chiropractic practice in Ramsey, began serving on Oakland’s Recreation Commission, and continued his tireless dedication and visionary work on developing programs and recreational space for the residents of the borough. He became chairman in 2012. One the projects he is most proud of is the borough Recreation Complex, which houses soccer, baseball and football fields, tennis courts, a walking path with workout machines in one area, a playground, and a roller hockey rink.
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A Conversation With Oakland Board of Health Secretary And Registrar Karin Kennedy Dubowick
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Meet Karin Kennedy Dubowick, the Board of Health Secretary and Registrar of Vital Statistics. In this question-and-answer exchange, the health secretary talks about her journey to her current position, what Oakland residents need to know about keeping up-to-date documents, and what you should be doing if you have a septic tank.
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It is important for everyone to know what is happening and be informed about future events. I try to keep Oakland residents current with news in our town. I report upcoming events during my mayor's message at the beginning of every council meeting. I then summarize in my mayor's Facebook page subsequently. Now I have the opportunity to reach residents through our monthly newsletter. Thank you, Elizabeth, for taking on this task. I want to make sure that interested and qualified residents are aware of the
"Senior Freeze Program,"
offering some tax relief in the form of a senior property tax freeze program.
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Oakland Mayor Linda Schwager
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This Senior Freeze Program is available to residents 65 and older or individuals with disabilities who meet the eligibility requirements. The income eligibility amount to qualify for the 2018 year is $89,013 for single or combined income if married or in a civil union.
According to the State Department of Taxation, all income for the year must be taken into account and are given a base amount. Taxpayers must pay the full tax bill every year. The State program will reimburse the taxpayer any amount paid that exceeds the base. Forms must be filed annually. There are rules and regulations. For further information call
1-800-882-6597.
Deadline to file application is October 31st.
Until next time,
Linda H. Schwager, Mayor of Oakland
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Mayor and Council:
April 10, 2019 and April 24, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Planning Board:
April 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Adjustment:
April 9, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Health:
April 16, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Public Events:
April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Shade Tree:
April 1, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Green Team:
April 23, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Recreation Commission:
April 29, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Danny D’Elia Building)
Environmental Commission:
April 2, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Flood Commission:
April 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Communications Commission:
May 6, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
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Your Monthly Garbage & Recycling Cheat Sheet
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Yard Waste:
This service begins on April 1, 2019 or Tuesday April 2, 2019 and ends Monday December 9, 2019 or Tuesday December 10, 2019.
Electronics:
April 3 & 17
Paper:
April 10 & 24
Comingled:
April 3 & 17
Trash:
Mon & Thurs garbage collection on the South side of town. Tues & Fri garbage collection on the North side of town.
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Oakland Residents: Dog and Cat Licensing renewals are now
past due
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Residents who previously registered their dog or cat will receive a letter in the mail from the Borough with a return envelope for renewal. Any resident that has not renewed,
MUST RENEW
their dog or cat license. A $15 late fee will be assessed.
The application can be found
here
, and residents are encouraged to mail back their application to:
“One Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436, Attn: Borough Clerk”.
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Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Please join the Oakland Public Events Committee for Oakland's annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 13, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. The hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m.
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It will take place in the parking lot of the Library, 2 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436. There will be refreshments, bounce houses and some special gifts for toddlers and children up to 3rd grade.
We have a new surprise this year, you won't want to miss out!
Event starts at 9:30 a.m. and the hunt begins at 10:00 a.m.
***Please remember to bring your own basket***
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Memorial Day Parade
The Borough of Oakland Memorial Day Parade will take place on Sunday May 26, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. The Parade will start at Dogwood Hills Elementary School and end at W. Oak Street. There will be a ceremony directly after the parade at Veteran's Park. Food and beverages will be served at the American Legion 65 Oak Street.
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The Borough of Oakland will be hosting "Know the Bear Facts" on Thursday April 25, 2019 at the Council Chambers, 10 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.
Michelle Smith from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Fish and Wildlife will present an educational seminar about co-existing with black bears. Bears have been sighted in all 21 of New Jersey’s counties, so it is important for residents to know the facts about them.
Learn about the history and biology of the Garden State’s largest land mammal, black bear research, and get common-sense tips on how to react if a black bear is encountered. The seminar also provides simple precautions that residents should take to discourage bears from entering a property.
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The following dates are the ONLY registration dates for the 2019 Oakland Recreation Summer Camp:
Day Camp Registration Dates:
Tuesday April 16, 2019, Wednesday April 17, 2019, Thursday April 18, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Monday April 22, 2019, Tuesday April 23, 2019, Wednesday April 24, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Danny D'Elia Building
24 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436
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Tennis Badges on Sale NOW!
Tennis Badges for the 2019 Season will be on sale starting Monday, March 18th. Anyone 18 and over is required to purchase a badge to use the tennis courts. You can purchase them at the Recreation Office, which is located on the lower level of Borough Hall. If the Recreation Office is closed, you can purchase a badge at the Borough Clerks Office, located on the main level of Borough Hall.
Oakland Residents - $25
Oakland Senior Residents - $20
All Non-Residents - $50
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Oakland Braves Home Run Derby
Please click on the flyer below for details about the 2nd Annual Oakland Braves Homerun Derby to help support the 2019 Oakland Braves Cooperstown Team!
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Communications Commission
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The Oakland Communications Commission is looking for volunteers to join the Oakland Television Committee and any interested residents wanting to serve as members on the Communications Commission. There are currently 3 Commissioner spots open! Those interested, are encouraged to attend the April 10th or April 24th Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. to receive a tour of the Control Room, and learn all about the OCC!
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Dog Park Fundraising Subcommittee
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The Dog Park Fundraising Subcommittee is looking for volunteers to join who are passionate and eager to jump in and help with the efforts to bring a dog park to town. Please email committee chairman Ryan Schwertfeger at
dogrun4oakland@yahoo.com
or visit our website
here
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First Responders Flash
Briefing
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Distracted driving is a dangerous epidemic on New Jersey’s roadways, being cited as a major contributing factor in over 804,000 motor vehicle crashes in the state from 2011 to 2015. Nationwide 3,450 people were killed in distracted driving crashes in 2016 alone.
To combat these troubling statistics, law enforcement agencies throughout New Jersey will be using a combination of traditional and innovative strategies to crack down on motorists who text and drive. This effort is a part of the national
U Drive. U Text. U Pay
high-visibility enforcement (HVE) campaign that combines periods of intense anti-texting enforcement coupled with advertising and media outreach to let people know about the enforcement and convince them to obey the law.
U Drive. U Text. U Pay
enforcement strategies include roving police patrols, spotters on highway overpasses, and stationary police vehicles prominently placed at strategic locations.
Historically, the most effective tool used to change driver behavior are targeted law enforcement campaigns, like
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
and
Click It or Ticket
. Since their inception, these two initiatives have resulted in significant reductions in impaired driving and gains in seat belt usage, respectively.
Distracted driving is any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. These types of distractions include:
Texting
Using a cell phone or smartphone
Eating and drinking
Talking to passengers
Grooming
Reading, including maps
Using a navigation system
Watching a video
Adjusting a radio, CD player, or MP3 player
The Oakland Police Department encourages all drivers to keep their eyes on the road.
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The Oakland Police Department has announced that the 2019 Junior Police Academy will take place from July 19, 2019 to July 26, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Special Demonstrations From:
Bergen County K-9/SWAT/Bomb Sq.
State Police Aviation Unit
Applications will be made available on the Police Department website. Applications are to be dropped off by June 2, 2019. Any questions, contact Det. Piercy at mpiercy@oaklandpolice.us or (201) 405-7727.
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Project Medicine Drop is an initiative involving the installation of "prescription drug drop boxes" at participating New Jersey police departments.
The Oakland Police Department keeps the locked metal box inside our lobby with the “Project Medicine Drop” logo clearly visible and recognizable.
Project Medicine Drop allows the public to dispose of unused and expired prescription medications safely, securely, and anonymously. The opportunity is available seven days a week, 365 days a year.
If you are disposing of medication we ask that you follow this procedure:
- We do not accept loose medication and request it be placed in a Ziploc bag.
- Deposit the sealed Ziploc bag into our drop box
We CANNOT and DO NOT accept:
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Oakland Fire Department
Become a Member!
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The Oakland Fire Department is always looking for additional volunteer firefighters to protect the lives and property of our neighbors in Oakland. Our department has been serving the residents of Oakland for over 100 years (1909). The Oakland Fire Department is all volunteer. We operate from two firehouses, Company 1 at the Yawpo Ave firehouse and Company.
To become a member of the Oakland Fire Department you must be at least 16 years old, be a US Citizen, be in good physical condition, be a legal resident of Oakland for a minimum of six months and have not been convicted of a felony. Once accepted, you will need to complete an 18 week Basic Firefighters course, Firefighter I, at the Bergen County Fire Academy in Mahwah.
For more information and a membership application, come to the Yawpo Ave firehouse any Monday night at 7:00 PM and ask to speak to one of the our Chiefs.
at the Hiawatha Blvd firehouse.
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The Oakland Fire Department would like to thank all those who took part in our very first Cornhole Tournament Event. Congratulations to the winners!
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The Oakland First Aid Squad would like to thank Shayne O’Connor for all her hard work and dedication to the squad for the past few years and wish her the best of luck as she joins the Air Force. Best wishes and thank you for volunteering to serve our country and protect our rights. Thank you Shayne!
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Meet Michael Schwartz, he's been a member on OFAS since 2011 and has been an integral member of our organization since. Mike started his EMS career when he was 16 and has always had a passion for helping his community. Ever since he has joined OFAS, Mike has participated on many of the squad’s committees including recruitment, supply, and has even served as secretary. Mike has been on the squad for many years and cherishes the relationships he has made on the squad as well as giving back to the community and helping the members of Oakland. We thank Mike for his time and dedication and if you wish to help the community as well or learn more about OFAS, visit us at
www.oaklandfas.org
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OFAS Member Michael Schwartz
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Join us on Friday May 3, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. for an evening with Dianne Grossman, Mallory's mom and founder of Mallory's Army. This event requires tickets, $10 each available at the library, cash or check ONLY.
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Computer Workshop
Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
April 3 & 10 - Kanopy - Kanopy is a streaming service that offers over 30,000 movies free for Oakland library card holders! Come learn how to access & navigate the app or website.
May 1 - Rosetta Stone - Learn a language online with Rosetta Stone, the world’s best language-learning software. This workshop will show you how to access Rosetta Stone free with your library card.
Please register by calling the library at 201-337-3742 ext. 7004.
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Teen Advisory Board
Second and Fourth Thursdays
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
March 28 in the Boardroom - Grades 6-12
Are YOU in the 6 - 12 grade, and want to influence what programs the Oakland Public Library offers young people and materials the library has for teens? Are you looking for a way to be a part of your community? Join the Teen Advisory Board and learn how you can make an impact on your library and your community! Being part of the Teen Advisory Board means that you are a role model to others and are seen as part of our library in the community. Teen Thursdays will not meet on those Thursdays.
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Did you know that the Senior Center is open to Oakland Residents
55+
years? That means all of these programs are available to you:
Zumba
Tai Chi
Yoga
Art Classes
Trips
Clubs
Billiards
Card Games
Presentations
Parties/Events & More!
And for those of you who need a ride, we offer a weekly shopping bus to Oakland Shoprite every Tuesday!
For questions or comments call Arielle Preciado, Director for Senior Services at (201) 405-7731.
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Oakland Senior Center
Golf Swing Clinic
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The Oakland Senior Center "Golf Swing Clinic" will take place on Wednesday April 17, 2019 and Wednesday April 24, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the Oakland Senior Center. Register at (201) 405-7731.
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Borough of Oakland Confidential Paper Shredding Event
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The Borough of Oakland is hosting a "Confidential Paper Shredding" Event on Saturday May 11, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the Borough Hall Parking Lot across from the Library. Residents may observe the documents being shredded in front of them. The event is rain or shine.
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Bergen County Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Collection
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Please see below the upcoming dates for the Bergen County Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event.
The next event will take place on March 9, 2019 at the Bergen County Utilities Authority, Entrance of Empire Road in Moonachie. The event is from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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The Borough of Oakland will be hosting an "Invasive Species Removal" on Saturday April 6, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Great Oak Park, 23 Doty Road, Oakland, NJ 07436. Please wear long sleeved clothing, and bring bug spray, digging tools, and work gloves.
CAUTION: Poison Ivy will be present on site, therefore, if you are highly allergic, you are not advised to attend. This event will be followed with a tree planting event on May 4th and May 5th.
RSVP: passaiccountywma3@gmail.com
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Great Oak Park Tree Planting
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The Borough of Oakland will be hosting "Great Oak Park Tree Planting" on Saturday May 4, 2019 and Sunday May 5, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Great Oak Park, 23 Doty Road, Oakland, NJ 07436. To sign-up, please contact Carol Peterson at
greenteam@oakland-nj.org
. Please dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water! Children under 13 years old cannot attend alone.
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Team Up to Clean Up Oakland's Parks
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The Borough of Oakland Environmental Commission will be hosting "Team Up to Clean Up Oakland's Parks" on Saturday April 27, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The meeting spot has been changed to Dogwood Hill School. The rain date is Sunday April 28, 2019. Register by email at
ec@oakland-nj.org
(provide names, participants, and email). Volunteers are encouraged to wear long sleeves, sturdy shoes, gloves, and bring buy spray. You will be assigned and accompanied to your park clean up area. The event is sponsored by the Oakland Environmental Commission and provided by the Clean Communities Grant and the Oakland Public Events Committee.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team Crayon and Marker Recycling
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team is collecting used and broken crayons and markers for our recycling program.
We will be sending the Markers to Crayola Color Cycle program. Through this initiative, students across the continental United States and parts of Canada can collect and re-purpose used markers and reduce waste in our community.
We will be sending the crayons to The Crayon Initiative. This program collects unwanted crayons, melts them down and reproduces new crayons from the donations. These newly minted crayons
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are then distributed to art programs at Children's Hospitals across the United States; bringing art and smiles to the young patients in need.
Please bring any of your old and used crayons and markers to the locations listed on the attached flyer.
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Backyard Composter Bins are available for purchase at the Oakland Department of Public Works, 63 Oak Street, Oakland, NJ 07436 during normal business hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The composter is available at a discounted price to Oakland Residents at $60.00.
Questions, email recycle@oakland-nj.or (201) 337-8104.
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The Bergen County Board of Chosen Freeholders and County Executive James J. Tedesco III invite you to Bergen County Multicultural Family Fun Fest on Saturday April 6, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ.
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Bergen County Department of Health encourages residents to target mosquito breeding sites in and around your home.
Ways to prevent mosquito breeding sites by doing the following at least once a week:
1. Empty, clean, and turn over and/or dispose of containers that can hold water, such as tires, buckets, and flower pots, inside and outside of your home.
2. Clean drains and gutters of leaves and debris.
3. Keep swimming pools/ponds adequately treated with recommended products to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
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Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Council Members
Council President - Robert Knapp
John Biale, Eric Kulmala, Lewis Levy, Pat Pignatelli, Russell Talamini
Chairman Ryan Schwertfeger
Vice Chairwoman Elizabeth Llorente
Jim Barry, Alex McVeigh
Patricia Carrera (Alt.), Salma Chiu (Alt. 2)
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(c) 2019 Oakland Communications Commission
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Borough of Oakland, New Jersey
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