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2022-2023 Bills
Joint Legislations
Assemblywoman
Reynolds-Jackson Legislation
Assemblyman Verrelli Legislation
Schedules for all Assembly Committee meetings and their agendas are posted regularly on the New Jersey Legislature website.
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2022-23 Legislative Session
On January 11, 2022, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli were sworn in for their third term, the 220th Legislative Session of the New Jersey Assembly.
Assemblywoman Reynolds-Jackson was reappointed to several Committees: Budget, Higher Education, Joint Committee on Public Schools, Joint Committee on Economic Justice and Equal Employment and Vice-Chair of the Commerce and Economic Development Committee. She is a member of the New Jersey Assembly Democratic Leadership as the Chair of the newly formed Constituent Outreach.
Assemblyman Verrelli was reappointed to the Special Committee on Infrastructure and Natural Resources and from Vice Chair to Chair of the State and Local Government Committee. Vice-Chair of both the Labor Committee and the Community Development and Affairs Committee as the Vice-Chair of Labor Committee.
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URGENT - Baby formula shortage | |
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With New Jersey families facing difficulties obtaining baby formula due to the ongoing national shortage, the Murphy Administration is taking action to protect and support families.
On May 17, Governor Phil Murphy signed an Executive Order declaring a State of Emergency in order to activate State price gouging laws, consistent with President Biden's actions at the federal level. The order also coordinates relief efforts and enables State agencies to take any emergency measures necessary to protect families from issues arising from the baby formula shortage.
For families impacted by the shortage, the NJ Department of Health recommends the following:
• Talk to your OBGYN or pediatrician about your formula options. They can often tell you which brands are safe alternatives. They may also be able to recommend alternative places to find formula or may have office samples in supply.
• Do not switch to milk or milk alternatives or switch to toddler formula without discussing with your pediatrician. Infants under one year of age should generally not have cow’s milk, milk alternatives, or toddler formula.
• Do not water down formula or make your own formula at home. Homemade infant formula
recipes have not been evaluated by the FDA and may lack nutrients vital to an infant’s growth.
• Connect with your local Women, Infants and Children (WIC) clinic or visit WIC Portal if you are eligible They can help advise on your formula needs.
• NJ WIC benefits are now electronic, and families can use their benefits throughout the month without losing them. Families with WIC are encouraged to shop early in their benefit to allow adequate time to revisit a store to fully redeem their infant formula issuance.
• Families with WIC should check the New Jersey WIC Authorized vendor webpage to find a
list of WIC approved vendors who may have infant formula in stock. You may want to call first to
see if the store has formula in stock.
New Jersey WIC Authorized Vendors
• If buying formula online, purchase from well-recognized distributors and avoid individually sold formula or formula from auction sites.
• In February 2022, Abbott issued a voluntary recall of certain powder formulas of brands including Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare that were manufactured at a Sturgis ,Michigan
plant linked to potential bacterial contamination at the plant. Check the lot code on the formula
to ensure your formula was not included in the recall. Contact your pediatrician if you have
learned that you have fed your child a recalled product.
• Providers can also submit an urgent request for specialized formula to Abbott, a formula manufacturer, by calling 1-800-881-0876 or visiting their formula information and product request form. Abbott is releasing some specialty and metabolic formulas on a case-by-case basis.
Ask your OBGYN or pediatrician to submit the request on your behalf.
For more information
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N.J. plastic bag ban: 23 answers to your urgent questions
Maybe you’ve seen the signs at your local grocery store. New Jersey’s plastic bag ban — about to be the strictest in the nation — is starting May 4 and shoppers need to be prepared.
While the law may sound confusing, especially with many exemptions and rules that other states don’t have, it’s pretty straightforward. To help New Jersey shoppers get prepared, we’re answering some of the most common questions .......
NJ.Com
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The June Primary and Early Voting | |
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The June 7 Primary Election Day is just over a month away, and again there are three means to cast ballots — Vote by Mail Ballots, in-person Early Voting, and in-person Election Day.
There are several important voter deadlines approaching.
REGISTER TO VOTE. Last day to register to vote in the June 7 Primary Election is May 17. Make sure your friends and family are registered. Voter Registration.
VOTE BY MAIL. Vote by Mail Ballots (VBM) automatically are sent ONLY to registered voters who previously have applied and requested a Vote by Mail Ballot for all future elections. For the Primary Election, a VBM Application must be submitted by mail by May 31, or in person by June 6 at 3 P.M. in person to the County Clerk’s office at 209 South Broad Street, Trenton. Vote by Mail Applications are on-line, Vote By Mail Application, or contact your Municipal Clerk. Drop Boxes for the return of completed Vote by Mail Ballots are now open, Drop Box Locations.
EARLY VOTING OPTION: Early Voting will be Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5. Hours are Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early In-Person Voting provides a great convenient means for in person voting by our supporters!
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Job Fair - Mercer County One Stop | |
Mercer County 2022
Summer Youth Employment Program
Mercer County’s Summer Youth Jobs Connection, which is being funded by a grant from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and coordinated by the Mercer County One-Stop Career Center, will benefit more than 100 youth ages 16 to 24 with summer employment meant to encourage a successful transition to the workforce. Summer Youth Jobs Connection is an eight-week program that begins July 6 and concludes Aug. 26. Participation is open to Mercer County residents ages 16 to 24 who meet the criteria.
For information 609-989-6206 or ycc@mercercounty.org
Employment Application
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2022 Summer Employment
West Windsor Township Summer Camp Staff and Lifeguards
West Windsor Recreation is seeking Counselors for its six-week Recreation Camp.
The camp will run from June 27 to August 5. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Staff hours are 8:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Lambertville Summer Camp Counselors
Summer Camp Counselors are required to instruct, lead and actively supervise a variety of age appropriate activities for children entering grades one through six. Camp will be held weekdays from June 20 through July 29, except July 4.
Ewing Township Seasonal Employment
Ewing Recreation is seeking Camp Counselors and Seasonal Support Staff.
Camp will run from June 27 to August 26. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Basketball C amp will run June 27 to July 1. Camp hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Hopewell Township Recreation Supervisor/Leader
Accepting applications for Part-time, seasonal employment to run or assist in various types of recreation programs during the school year and summer camp. If you would like to be considered for a position and have a skill set and/or program idea that you would like to bring to the Township, complete a Recreation Application and return to Karin Poveromo, Recreation Director, at kpoveromo@hopewelltwp.org or via mail to Recreation Director, Township of Hopewell, 201 Wash. Cross-Penn. Rd. Titusville, NJ 08560
CYO Summer Camp Counselors
Mid-June through August, weekdays 7:30am - 5:30pm, Ewing and Yardville locations.
Yardville:phardiman@cyomercer.org 609-585-4280, ext 102
Ewing: dkirschenbaum@cyomercer.org 609-883-1560
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Camp College - Mercer County Community College
2022 Enrichment Camp
Mercer County Community College's Camp College mission is to provide the finest camp experience for children; an experience that will be remembered for a lifetime. Camp College is committed to quality and excellence in everything we do by providing carefully designed programs and activities, a dedicated and experienced staff, and a caring and safe environment with state of the art facilities. Through education with an emphasis on hands-on activities and fun, we offer children the opportunity to achieve, to develop self-esteem and self-confidence, and to grow..
Tomato Patch Virtual Workshops
SAT Prep
For more information....
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City of Trenton Basketball Leagues
The Spring Basketball League is set to begin the first week of May and runs through June 11, 2022. The Summer Basketball League runs from June 20 through September 1, 2022.
Both leagues are free and for City residents ages 4 and up.
Applications, for basketball programming, can be picked up from the Department Recreation, Natural Resources, and Culture at City Hall or downloaded from www.trentonnj.org/rec.
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Trooper Youth Program
August 1st - 5th, 2022
Trooper Youth Week is a residential youth education program developed by the New Jersey State Police. This program presents simulated law enforcement programs for male and female students who have completed their junior year and are entering their senior year of High School.
The program emphasizes courtesy, professionalism, respect and teamwork. Additional presentations will include strategies for anger management, conflict resolution and cultural diversity.
Application
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The Watershed Institute
2022 Academy Session - High School Students
June 27 - August 5th
The Watershed Academy for High School Students offers
immersive environmental investigations on the Watershed
Reserve. Each five-day session engages students in a world of science where they ask questions and identify problems, gain skills and knowledge, propose solutions, and learn about career opportunities. Students will get hands-on experience as they participate in ongoing scientific studies at the Watershed and learn how to help influence environmental policy in their own communities.
The Academy
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Completed applications should be emailed to Detective Tamika N. Veal at tveal@trentonpolice.net | |
Trenton Police Department
2022 Explorer Program - EXTENDED
The program offers young adults a personal awareness of the criminal justice system through training, practical experiences, competition and other activities. Additionally, the program promotes personal growth through character development, respect for the rule of law, physical fitness, good citizenship and patriotism.
Explorer Program is a nationally recognized career education program chartered through Learning for Life for young men and women who are 18 to 20 and youth program 14 to 17 (and have completed the eighth grade).
Application
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Garden Support Network
Workshops are FREE and open to the public. All events are at 33 Tucker Street unless noted. Call with any questions or if you would like to get involved in a community garden or the Incubator, our training garden!
Summer Garden Social - June 17th, 4pm - 7pm
For More Information...
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Scholarships 2022-23 Academic Year
Smith Family Foundation
Pathways to Student Success Scholarships.Smith Family Foundation NJ welcomes applications from high school seniors who are determined to be the change they want to see in their communities. Successful applicants will be making the transition into a 2- or 4-year college, university, or trade school, have performed a minimum of 10 hours of community service, and agree to participate in our leadership development program: Pathways to Student Success, for the duration of their academic career.
PMI
Academic Scholarships. PMI invests in our rising leaders by funding scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study in project management or project management-related field of study.
GAC Scholarships - Open to all students enrolled in GAC-accredited, academic, degree granting programs, in project/program/portfolio management or a project management related field of study. Multiple scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $2,000 each, awarded annually.
PMI Founders Scholarship - Open to any student enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in project management or a project management related field; awarded in an amount up to $2,000.
Dr. Harold Kerzner Scholarships - Open to all students who are pursuing graduate or undergraduate degrees in Project Management or related fields of study from accredited, degree-granting colleges and universities. Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral students are eligible to apply, multiple scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $7,500 each and awarded annually.
CWA
Joe Beirne Scholarship Program. Sixteen partial college scholarships of $4,000 each are being offered for the 2022-2023 school year. Eligible for the awards are CWA members and their spouses, children and grandchildren, including those of retired or deceased members. The deadline for the application is April 30, 2022.
Trenton Kappa Foundation
Dr. Crosby Copeland, Jr. Scholarship. This scholarship honors the legacy and accomplishments of Dr. Crosby Copeland Jr. and his many years of dedication to the education of young people in the City of Trenton as a teacher, principal and as Superintendent of the Trenton Public School District. This scholarship was created through the joint efforts of the Copeland Family and the Trenton Kappa Foundation to help young men to develop their potential, achieve their goals and become successful, productive adults. Estimated award: $5,000 (lump sum, non-renewable)
Blossom Scholarship. The Blossom Scholarship supports aspiring Black/African American high school seniors to pursue a STEM degree (Science) Technology, Engineering or Math) on a full-time basis at a four-year accredited college/university of their choice within the United States. Scholarship is based on both merit and need. Scholarship Award: $5,000 with possible renewal for an additional 3 consecutive years.
Additional Scholarship Listings...
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New Jersey State Police Internship
Interns are afforded the chance to apply what they have learned in college while working alongside highly trained and knowledgeable New Jersey State Troopers. If you are pursuing a degree in accounting, biology, communications, social work, graphic arts, or technology to name a few, the New Jersey State Police has specialized units that can use your expertise and skills. The selection process for an internship within the New Jersey State Police is competitive. The NJSP Internship Program requires a minimum of 60 credits earned; a 2.5 GPA; and the ability to work in a professional environment.
NJSP Intern Application
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The past two years have been extremely difficult for our non-profits, as most receive the their funding from donations, community fundraisers and government grants. With the cancellation of in-person events, community support was difficultAs in-person events are being scheduled we hope that the level of participation for local fundraising will increase. One fun way to be involved is to register for one the many local fundraising walks/5Ks. There are a number of organizations in need of your support and we took the time to include a short list of organizations sponsoring walk events. We hope you, along with your family and friend will get out there and enjoy the increasing warm weather and Walk for a Cause. | |
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NJ State Police Memorial Association 40th Annual 5K Chase
May 21, 2022, 9am
1040 River Road, West Trenton, NJ
44th Annual Pennington Borough 5K
May 21, 2022, 8am
425 South Main Street, Pennington, NJ
TruDoulas of NJ - Shining A Light on Postpartum Depression 5K/Walk
May 28, 2022, 10am
Veterans Park
2388 Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ
Anchor House 44th Annual "Classic" Ride/Flex Ride/Walk
June 4 - July 16, 2022 - 500m Flex Ride
June 4 - July 16, 2022 - 100m Walk *
July 10-16, 2022 - 500 miles start Charlottesville, VA
American Cancer Society "Run for Dad" 5K
June 19, 2022, 7:30am
Mercer County Park, W. Windsor, NJ
#Ride2EndALZ Summer Challenge
Online - August 28th, 2022,9am
Indoor - Zwift event 9:30am - 11:30am
Outdoor - Choose a place that you can safely ride
10 miles 25 miles 50 miles 75 miles 100 miles
Sickle Cell Awareness Color Walk/Run
October 1, 2022, Time: tba
Healing Stream Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/5K
October 8, 2022, Time: tba
Mercer County Park, W. Windsor, NJ
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This year the Assemblywoman and her team members, Verlina's Blue Stars will participating in the NAMI Walk.They are excited to be able to participate in this year's walk in person.
May 21, 2022, 1pm
West Lake Park, Robbinsville, NJ
Join the Blue Stars or to Donate
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May 28, 2022, 10am
Veterans Park
2388 Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ
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Many new moms experience the baby blues which is a mild, brief bout of depression lasting for a few days or weeks after giving birth. The most common symptoms are feeling stressed, sad, anxious, lonely, tired or weepy
However, 10% - 20% of new moms will experience a more severe form of depression; known as postpartum or perinatal depression (PPD), and can interfere with daily life.Unlike the baby blues, PPD doesn’t go away on its own. It can appear days or even months after delivering a baby
Over 30% of new mothers diagnosed with postpartum depression or anxiety also had a depressive disorder or mood disorder before pregnancy and delivery.
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June 4 - July 16, 2022
100 mile Walk
She will once again take on this challenge with the goal of exceeding last year's amount raised.
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June 4 - July 16, 2022 - 500m Flex Ride
June 4 - July 16, 2022 - 100m Walk
July 10-16, 2022 - 500 miles
Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
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For the second year in row our Assemblywoman is joining the Anchor House in their annual event. Last year, she successfully completed the 100 mile challenge and exceeding her goal of $4,500 raising more than $4,900. For reference walking 100 miles would be like walking from Trenton to Lancaster, PA!
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Mercer County Starbucks Employees Announce Efforts To Unionize
Patch Media, posted Jan.11, 2022
The Starbucks In Hopewell Township is the first New Jersey location to push for a union, after similar efforts in Buffalo, NY
....In a letter to President and CEO Kevin Johnson, the employees detailed their frustrations and disappointment with their work environment.
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| Early January, the employees of the Starbucks Store 7853 in Hopewell announced that they plan to unionize. Recently, Senator Shirley Turner, Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli, and Charles Wowkanech, President of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO visited the employees to show their support of their efforts. Assemblyman Verrelli is Vice-Chair the for the Assembly’s Labor Committee and a former Union Officer. On February 14, 2022, Bill ACR104 which Urges President and Congress to enact legislation amending "Civil Rights Act of 1964" to protect worker's right to unionize was introduced and referred to the NJ Assembly Labor Committee. | | | |
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February 14, 2022 was New Jersey's Socks for Homeless Day. In recognition, of this date, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson kicked off a 30 day sock drive with the proceeds to be donated to the Trenton Rescue Mission.
After the announcement there were a few community partners who rallied to the cause. With their support, the drive was very successful with more than 2500 pairs of socks donated to the Trenton Rescue Mission. We want to thank Teska Frisby; Kathryn Foster, President of TCNJ; Raj Manimaran, Community Relations TCNJ; and Carol Hecky and the parishioners of the Ewing-Covenant Presbyterian Church.
With a special thank you to the Mercer County Education Association (MCEA); the teachers, specifically Lisa Rizziello; and their students. Your donation of more than 1000 pairs of socks to the Trenton Rescue Mission will go a long way in helping a variety of people.
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Books and Beyond Virtual Book Club
The day may have changed but it doesn't make the conversations any less entertaining than last year's weekly meet up. Meetings will be held every fourth Wednesday at 7pm.
To Register
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Ms. Freeman was honored on the floor of the NJ Assembly during Women's History Month | |
Micah Bradley Freeman, Supervisor of Nurses for Trenton School District | |
Members of the Locust Hill Cemetery Restoration Committee | |
Attending service with Pastor Melissa Martin of Hopewell Presbyterian Church | |
Hopewell Township to Honor Black Historical Figures in New Neighborhoods
Working in coordination with leaders of the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM), Hopewell Township will be naming the streets in two new neighborhoods after prominent Black residents of the Hopewell Valley throughout history.
MercerMe Community Contributor
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Mercer County Half Marathon
September 18, 2022, 8am
Registration fee: $75.00
Community Park, Robbinsville, NJ
West Windsor's 225th Anniversary Celebrations
The Historical Society is hosting a series of events throughout the year.
Trenton Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & Kids Run
October 28, 2022
Hopewell Township All American Soap Box Derby
Sunday June 25, 2022, 9am
ages 7-19, Pre-Registration Required
The Governor’s Awards in Arts Education - 42 Years of Celebrating Excellence in Arts Education
Thursday, May 26, 2022, 4:00pm – 7:00pm - FREE EVENT
Patriots Theater at the War Memorial, 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, NJ
10th Annual Cultural Festival & Food Truck Rally
June 11, 2022, 11am - 7pm
Mercer County Park - Festival Grounds
2nd Annual Tru Doulas of NJ Maternal Mental Health Awareness Day
May 21, 2022, 12pm - 2pm
407 W. State Street, Trenton, NJ
Diamonds & Pearls - Celebration of Women
May 28, 2022, 7pm
Tickets $35.00
Trenton War Memorial, 1 Memorial Dr., Trenton, NJ
Spring for the Arts - Art & Music Festival
May 21, 2022, 12pm - 4pm - Rain date May 22, 2022
Weeden Park, Lawrenceville Elementary School
Trenton Free Public Library's 120 Anniversary Block Party
June 11, 2022, 11am - 3pm
120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ
Check your local municipal websites for information regarding Memorial Day Celebrations, Fourth of July Parades and Fireworks and National Night Out - August 2, 2022.
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