TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD
NEWS
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This newsletter is published twice a month by the Township of Cranford to provide residents with important information and updates. |
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CRANFORD TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE
Mayor Kathleen Miller Prunty
Deputy Mayor Jason Gareis
Public Safety
Commissioner Brian Andrews
Public Works/Engineering
Commissioner Gina Black
Public Affairs
Commissioner Mary O’Connor
Finance
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TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR
Jamie Cryan
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Message from the Mayor
We begin 2022 facing many of the same challenges that demanded our attention last year. We must look for every opportunity to address the flooding that has plagued some neighborhoods for way too long. It will not be easy or quick but that cannot hinder us from working on ideas, new and old. Finding local solutions and working with other Rahway River towns, County and State to mitigate this problem.
Cranford residents and business are again dealing with another surge of COVID-19 cases. This newsletter includes information about testing and vaccines. Please take advantage of these services to help slow this spread and keep yourself and other safe.
There will always be challenges but there will also be opportunities and Cranford is so fortunate to have so many residents willing to share their time and talents to help make our town even better. In addition to more than 100 volunteers on Township boards and committees, residents offer their time on PTAs, social programs through houses of worship, Scouts and many civic organizations. I thank each of you.
From a prayer by Dr. Martin Luther King: “We thank you for your spirit that challenges us to do more than sing and pray. Go out and work as though the very answer to our prayers depended on us…and not upon you.”
Best,
Kathleen Miller Prunty
Mayor
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Jan. 11 Township Committee Meeting Highlights |
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- Proclamation declaring January 17, 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Day in acknowledgment and remembrance of Dr. King’s extraordinary accomplishments with the fervent hope that one day all people of all nations will be “Free at Last."
- Welcomed four new patrol officers with the Cranford Police Department: Officers Jason Ingram, Antonio Bellomo, Anthony Giannico and Joshua Sousa.
- Appointed Wendy Adorno to fill a vacancy as payroll specialist in the Finance Office.
- Met with Brad Young for report and recommendation to change the name of the Municipal Alliance to Cranford Prevention & Wellness Alliance to better reflect the mission and work of the group.
- Discussed reallocating the 2022 contribution to the Rahway River Mayors Council to be used for additional engineering and feasibility study of a bypass system instead of continuing services with lobbying firm.
- Discussed parameters for the 2022 Capital Budget and public meeting on Thursday, Feb 3 at 6 pm.
- Reappointed Patricia Pavlak and Susan Burke to the Cranford Library Board for three year terms.
- Authorized contract change order for additional improvements to Tri-Form Construction for renovation of the Cranford Recreation Center at 375 Centennial Ave.
- Authorize repair of the pumper fire engine damaged when hit by another vehicle. Township will be reimbursed through insurance.
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Online platforms such as Offer Up, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace have provided a means for individuals to buy, sell new and used items with ease, but where should Cranford residents conduct in-person transactions? Thanks to two Cranford Police Officers, an internet safe exchange location has recently been established outside of the Cranford Police Department.
Detective John Rattigan and Patrolman Christopher Folinusz recognized that the frequency of online purchasing has increased recently. While many individuals comfortably interact with potential buyers or sellers online, when it comes to exchanging goods in-person, a common problem arises when determining “where” to conduct the in-person transaction. After submitting their proposal to the organization, Detective Rattigan and Patrolman Folinusz unveiled their internet safe exchange location today, conveniently located in the Cranford Municipal Parking Lot adjacent to the Municipal Building. The first 2 parking spaces nearest the entrance off of Springfield Avenue are marked with a “internet safe exchange location” sign and are monitored by surveillance cameras.
Some other tips for buying and selling include the following:
- Use cash to conduct the transaction and beware of common scams.
- Meet during daylight hours.
- Bring a friend to feel extra comfortable, especially with high-value items.
- If you run into any red flags like an individual refusing to meet at a public place, trust your instincts and cancel the transaction.
According to Safe Exchange Point, the safest exchange locations are easily accessible, visible with adequate signage, located in a well-lit public place visible to passersby, and in locations with high quality video surveillance. While the Cranford Police Department provides this free location to exchange goods in person, no members of the Cranford Police Department are present to regulate sales transactions or become involved in civil matter disputes. “The purpose of establishing this location was to welcome our residents to a safe location that has individuals nearby 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,” said Chief Ryan Greco.
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Strategic Planning Survey |
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Cranford Library is currently conducting a Strategic Planning Survey and they need your help! Please take a few minutes to provide your honest feedback about their collections, services, facilities and technology: https://bit.ly/3pEDRKy. Your input will help them plan for programs, initiatives and projects which will make Cranford an even better place to live, work and learn. Please respond no later than January 21, 2022!
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Crews salt the Primary Roads first, then Secondary Roads. Plowing begins once three (3) inches accumulates. After roads are plowed, roads are salted again.
The information below describes which roads are done by the Township, County and State:
County Roads: Springfield Ave Walnut Ave Centennial Ave South Ave Kenilworth Blvd Raritan Road
State Roads: North Ave Lincoln Ave (North Ave to South Ave)
Primary Roads: North East Section: Elizabeth Ave, Orange Ave, Bloomingdale Ave, North Union Ave, Riverside Drive, Linden Place, Forest Ave, Central Ave, Dunham/Henley Ave
North West Section: Brookside Place, Orchard Street, Gallows Hill Rd, Willow Street, Beech Street, Spruce Street, West Holly Street, Holly Street, West End Place, Central Ave, Center of Town
South East Section: High Street, Lincoln Ave, Myrtle Ave, Lexington Ave, Hillside Ave, Commerce Dr, Jackson Drive, Moen Ave, Mohawk Drive, Iroquois Road, Winans Ave, No Lehigh Ave
South West Section: Lincoln Ave, Retford Ave, Lexington Ave, Denman Road, South Union Ave, Stoughton Ave, Burnside Ave, Hillcrest Ave, Fairfield Ave, Chester Lang Pl, Georgia Street
Secondary Roads: All other streets in the 4 sections
Tertiary Roads, Dead Ends, Cul de Sacs
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Snow Removal Reminders for Residents, Business & Property Owners
- Residents and business and commercial property owners are responsible for clearing and/or salting sidewalks.
- If you live near a fire hydrant, your help clearing snow off and around so that it is visible is appreciated.
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Homeowners and property owners must remove snow and ice from all sidewalks abutting your property within 12 daylight hours of accumulation. This includes corners! If the snow or ice becomes hardened, salt, ashes, sawdust, or sand must be applied within 4 hours. Once thawed to an extent that removal is possible, hardened snow or ice must be cleared within 4 hours. Please spread the word and lend a hand if needed!
Violations should be reported to the Police Department at 908-272-2222.
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COVID -19 Test and Vaccine Information |
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Check the following websites for information.
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