TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD
NEWS
JANUARY 29, 2021
This newsletter is published twice a month by the Township of Cranford to provide residents with important information and updates.
CRANFORD TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE

Mayor Kathleen Miller Prunty      

Deputy Mayor Brian Andrews
Public Affairs

Commissioner Jason Gareis
Public Safety

Commissioner Tom Hannen
Public Works & Engineering

Commissioner Mary O’Connor
Finance
TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATOR

Jamie Cryan  
Message from the Mayor

Cranford Family Care has been serving local families since 1936. Then it was through the Depression and now it is the Pandemic that has caused many more of our family and friends to seek assistance. This upcoming Valentine’s Day special event is a wonderful example of neighbors helping neighbors and defines Cranford. Consider showing support.

 The Cranford YarnStormers are at it again and working on a way to spread the love. The group will be creating LoveStorm 2021, a fundraiser to support Cranford Family Care and to help neighbors share their love for Cranford. The hearts are sold out, but you can still help support the cause. The YarnStormers will be holding a food drive to support Cranford Family Care. Donations can be dropped off at the gazebo on Sunday, February 14th from 10:00 - 2:00.

Thank you to the Cranford for coming up with this wonderful community fundraiser that will help so many. For more on Cranford Family Care, please click here.

Due to the impending snow storm on Monday, Feb. 1, recycling for the Southside will be picked up on Friday, Feb. 5. Please place all recyclables curbside by 6am on Friday, Feb. 5 or the night before. The Northside will remain on schedule for Tuesday, Feb. 2. Thank you for your cooperation.
 
Kathleen Miller Prunty
Mayor
Township Committee
NEWS FROM TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE MEETINGS
  • Approved a Settlement Agreement with the Fair Share Housing Center regarding the Township’s Affordable Housing obligation. Read the agreement here.
  • Appointed Caren Demyen to serve as Director of Downtown Business and Economic Development. Caren has been the Acting Director since last fall.
  • Appointed Martha Banks as Technical Assistant in the Building Department to fill a vacancy.
  •  Advanced Frank Miniscalchi to Shade Tree Foreman and David Gassmann to Sewer Foreman in the Department of Public Works to fill vacancies.
  • Authorized street closures for the Downtown Fire and Ice event on Saturday, Feb. 20.
  • Authorized purchase of a Tahoe vehicle for the Fire Department and transfer of existing vehicle for use by other municipal departments.
Recreation & Parks Department
     Adults and children can still register for virtual classes being held through the Community Center. There will also be special trips for Senior Citizens in February. For more information, please visit the Recreation & Parks Department page.
Library
GRAB AND GO KITS

The Cranford Library is offering Grab and Go kits for both kids and adults! The kits are on a first come, first serve basis. You can find them at the far end of the library's contactless pickup area. For a look at the kits being offered, make sure you follow the Library on Facebook and Instagram.
Cranford Health Department
TRASH PICK UP REGULATIONS
 There have been complaints that haulers have been picking up trash well before the permitted time of 6:30am. Haulers have been notified of the regulations.

   Please report any violations to the Cranford Health Department, 908-709-7225, [email protected], or Administrator's Office 908-709-7205, [email protected].
RABIES CLINIC
 Reminder to pet owners - make sure you renew pet licenses by January 31 to avoid late fees. Forms can be mailed in or placed in the dropbox at the Municipal Building. If the dog is licensed, you were mailed a renewal reminder the first of December. Licenses do expire. The expiration is Dec. 31, the year depending on if it’s a 1 year or 3 year for dog licenses. Cat licenses are for 1 year.

Fire Department
The Cranford Fire Department now offers online Certificate of Continued Occupancy (CCO) Applications via the SDL Portal. For more information, please click on this link: Submit Your CCO Application Online. We encourage residents to utilize this online service, and will continue to offer “contactless” drop off in the front lobby of Fire Headquarters for those as well. 
Cranford’s Green Team
Thanks to the efforts of the Green Team, Cranford received Bronze Level Sustainable Jersey Certification. Last month, the Township Committee renewed its pledge toward more sustainable, environmentally-responsible approaches in municipal decisions. Learn more here: http://www.mygreencranford.org/.
COVID-19 UPDATES
COVID-19 Update for Friday, Jan. 29, 2021

Please note that the totals are sometimes adjusted by the Board of Health.

CRANFORD:
·        93 Active Cases (as of 1/27/2021)
·        17 new / (17 community/0 LTC) 1,122 cumulative confirmed cases
·        1 new death (LTC) / 104 confirmed deaths

UNION COUNTY:
·        182 new / 44,115 cumulative confirmed cases
·        1,480 deaths

NJ:
·        5,023 new / 615,202 cumulative confirmed cases
·        19,254 deaths
Upcoming Official Meetings
 Due to the public health emergency and in accordance with the Governor’s Orders, meetings will be conducted remotely and by electronic means. Please click here for more information on virtual meeting procedures: Township of Cranford Virtual Meeting Procedures.

  Agendas and Minutes will be posted on the Township website.

Township Committee
  Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 7 pm – Capital Budget discussion
  Monday, Feb. 8 at 7 pm – Workshop Meeting
  Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 8 pm – Official Meeting

Planning Board
  Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 7:30pm

Zoning Board
  Monday, Feb. 8 at 7:30pm