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This newsletter is published twice a month by the Township of Cranford to provide residents with important information and updates. | |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | | Nov. 18
Monday South Recycling | Nov. 19
Tuesday South Recycling |
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| | Nov. 25
Monday North Recycling | Nov. 26
Tuesday North Recycling |
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| Nov. 29
Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s arrival
Lot 1 | | Zoning Board
Nov. 25
Dec. 9
Dec. 16
7:30pm |
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| Municipal Offices Closed Thanksgiving
Nov. 28 | Municipal Offices Closed
Nov. 29 | | Township Committee
Dec. 2
7 p.m.
Workshop | Township Committee
Dec. 3
Conference 7pm
Official Mtg 7:30 | Planning Board
Dec. 4
Dec. 18
7:30 p.m. |
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One reason we have such a strong and vibrant Cranford community is the large number of residents who volunteer their time, energy, and expertise to improving our township. Cranford's local government has a number of boards and committees where resident volunteers help promote pedestrian safety, organize town events, improve our environment, and determine the future of our Township. The application website is now online for those interested in being appointed to a board or committee in 2025.
Thanks to all those who already serve our community.
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November 12 Official Meeting Highlights | |
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Mayor Andrews
• Township Election Results --Congratulated Gina Black in her reelection as Township Commissioner. Commended Juan Carlos Nordelo for his positive, issue focused campaign.
• Amidst the national elections, highlighted our local government will continue to prioritize and recognize kindness and respect. We promote a community that is welcoming and inclusive of all kinds of families and individuals. When we have concerns about a federal or state issue, we will speak out, like federal support to fight flooding and the full funding and timely completion of the Gateway Project to secure direct train service for our residents.
• Union College Cell Tower litigation—Township has been in a legal battle against the cell tower after the Zoning Board denied the application. Township counsel has advised that the Township to settle. Settlement to include small concessions on location to move as far away from houses as possible and ability for Cranford public safety professionals to utilize cell tower for our antennas.
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Commissioner Terrence Curran Recreation and Parks
• Recreation Programs: Winter program registration is open. Rec Basketball is still open for registration.
• Participated with VFW in Veterans Day recognition programs in Cranford schools.
• 750 Walnut Ave dust problem—looking into possible legal action we could take at this point, because they've not been responsive to our concerns.
• Welcomed Chris Folinusz back to CPD after his leave of absence.
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Commissioner Kathleen Miller Prunty Engineering & Public Works
- Commended Imagine, A Center Center for Coping With Loss, for their support work with children and families dealing with the death of a parent, sibling or child. Imagine is currently providing support to more than 600 families, including five in Cranford. Imagine has also conducted training for counsellors in Cranford middle and high school, classroom training for 6th grade and parent workshops.
- Drought conditions and warmer than usual weather have caused leaves to drop more quickly than usual affecting pick up. DPW is working diligently every day to keep up with leaf pick up but they are behind schedule. Leaves in all neighborhoods will be picked up.
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Asked residents to help by clearing storm sewers of leaves and debris near their homes. Also leave space between leaf pile and curb line for water flow to sewer.
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Commissioner Gina Black – Finance
• Budget—Entering into a new cycle for 2025. Department heads begin to prepare budget requests.
• Upcoming events in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce— Small Business Saturday in Downtown Cranford is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s Trolley Ride is held on November 29.
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Ordinances and Resolutions
Click Here for Full Agenda with Ordinances and Resolutions
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Ordinances
Adoption
- 2024-26: Amend user fees for the collection and treatment of wastewater.
- 2024-27: Amend the code--Parking prohibited at all times (prohibited parking 25 feet on Walnut Avenue).
- 2024-28: Amend preferential parking zones (Lincoln Park East).
- 2024-29: Amend to designate certain roadways trucks over certain weights excluded.
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Resolutions:
- Authorizing an award of contract to Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. for the provision of Professional Engineering Services in connection with the New Jersey Downtown Streetscapes Improvements Project.
- Authorizing an Interlocal Services Agreement with the County of Union for public health services.
- Authorizing an Interlocal Services Agreement with the City of Elizabeth for public health-related services.
- Authorizing the purchase of goods and services with Integrated Technical Systems, Inc. (ITS) for the management of the parking meter system, that in the aggregate will exceed $44,000 in 2024.
- Authorizing an award of contract to Eli Incorporated for services in connection with Victorian Lighting in the Special Improvement District (SID).
- Approving Stipulation of Settlement and Consent Judgment in the Litigation pertaining to New York SMSA Limited Partnership v. Township of Cranford, regarding Cell Tower Litigation at Union College.
- Accepting, with regrets, the retirement of Richard Marquardt, a Tree Trimmer within the Cranford Public Works Department, effective December 31, 2024.
- Accepting, with regrets, the retirement of Frank Miniscalchi, a Shade Tree Foreman within the Cranford Public Works Department, effective December 31, 2024.
- Authorizing the temporary suspension of parking meter enforcement in the Special Improvement District during the holiday season.
- Authorizing the closure of a portion of North Union Avenue from Alden Street to Springfield Avenue and the upper portion of Municipal Lot No. 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. in connection with the Holiday Tree Lighting and Santa’s arrival on Friday, November 29, 2024.
- Expressing support for legislation supporting the passage of Concurrent New Jersey Assembly Resolution No. 58 and Concurrent New Jersey Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 81 pertaining to an increase in the amount of the property tax deduction from $250 a year to $2,500 a year for veterans (to be implemented over the course of four years).
Proclamations: • Honoring Stacy Nick, Director of Calvary Nursery School and Child Care • New Jersey DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) Month • National Children’s Grief Awareness Month and Children’s Grief Awareness Day • Small Business Saturday – Saturday, November 30, 2024
Click Here for Video of Full meeting
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DPW is out collecting leaves-know that the schedule may be off as leaves dropped earlier than usual due to drought conditions.
Expects to finish Zone 1 on Monday and then go to Zone 3.
Reminder: Do not place grass, plants, branches in leaf pile as this makes it difficult to pick up leaves.
Please note: DPW will be working Saturday, Nov. 23, in advance of Thanksgiving.
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Conservation Center
The permit provides residents the ability to drop off grass clippings, tree limbs, brush, and other natural yard debris.
Drop off of leaves is always free.
| If you live on a county road (the township does not pick up leaves on county roads), leaf pickup schedules can be found at www.ucnj.orgor by calling 908-789-3660. | | |
RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT | |
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Winter Registration Is Open
Fall & Winter Brochure
Sign up at the Community Center 220 Walnut Avenue or on Community Pass
Email: recreation@cranfordnj.org Phone: (908) 709-7283
Rec Basketball registration is still open -- Signups are in person
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First Responder Appreciation
November 10-16
First responders who work in our service area enjoy free access to the fitness center and pool. Y membership not required.
Teacher Appreciation
November 17-23
Teachers who work in our service area enjoy free access to the fitness center and pool. Y membership not required.
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The Cranford Public Library is conducting a survey as part of its strategic plan for the coming three years. Please complete this anonymous survey to help us understand your needs. Survey deadline is December 2. There are also print copies in the library available. | |
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Thursday Club at the Community Center
Gather with us every Thursday from noon to 2 pm for a tailor-made social experience designed for Cranford Seniors.
| Senior Movies for December. Check the website for details. | | |
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Tech for Seniors
1:1 Appointments
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave.
Sign up for a 15-minute session and ask a librarian your tech questions.
Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device.
REGISTER
Click the links to date above or contact the library at (908) 709-7272.
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Shade Tree Commission
Tree of the Month: London Plane
Learn More about the Shade Tree Commission
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Join us on Small Business Saturday to celebrate shopping local this holiday season! Thanks to the generosity of our Cranford business owners we will have thousands of dollars of prizes to give away! Hang on to your receipts from any local shopping you do starting Monday, November 25, and bring them to Eastman Plaza on November 30. Every $10 you spend gets you one raffle ticket and the chance to win gift baskets provided by our Cranford businesses. There will be $7,000 worth of prizes to win!
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We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
Municipal Offices will be closed November 28 and November 29, 2024. The Cranford Community Center and Recreation Center are closing early November 27 and are closed November 28-December 1.
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Connect with the Township Boards & Committees, and Departments. Visit the Township Website to find their Social Media Pages and Website Links.
Click Here for Boards & Committees. Click Here for Departments.
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Volunteers Needed
The Township of Cranford is seeking volunteers for certain boards, committees and commissions. An interest form is available on the website.
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Follow Township of Cranford on Social Media
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