August 23, 2019

1. REMINDER:   East Windsor Holds "Family Night in the Park" on Saturday, August 24 at 7 P.M. (Rain date is Sunday, August 25) at Etra Lake Park Featuring Large Screen Showing of the Movie "Ralph Breaks the Internet."  This 3D computer-animated film stars video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz who must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope's video game, "Sugar Rush.”  Prior to the start of the movie, there will be inflatable rides, games, dancing and a DJ.  These free events are made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses.  In the event of questionable weather, call the East Windsor Information Hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 after 1 P.M. the day of the event.
2. REMINDER:   Third Quarter Tax Bills Are Due August 29.  Per state regulations, there is no further grace period and interest will accrue back to August 1 on tax bills not paid by August 29.  Taxpayers can view their tax bills on the Township website (CLICK HERE) and can pay through the Township on-line system or can await the receipt of the mailed tax bill.  Contact the Township Tax Office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 231 with any questions.  (CLICK HERE) to view additional information regarding the 2019 Tax Rate.
3. Ceremony for Anniversary of 9/11 Will Be Held on Wednesday, September 11 at 5:30 P.M. to remember and honor the anniversary of September 11.  The ceremony will take place at the existing 9/11 Memorial located on the grounds of the East Windsor Township Municipal Building, at 16 Lanning Boulevard.  The public is welcome to join us. 
4. East Windsor Is Seeking Nominations for the 2019 Township Business Awards Program.  The purpose of the program is to recognize local businesses that make special efforts to improve or contribute to the community.  The three categories of Township award recognition are:   (1) Business Beautification - creating an attractive appearance, for example, through landscaping, flowers, and other enhancements to their structures and site;  (2) Community Service - providing for community contributions and service, and (3) Community Enhancement - providing some manner of community enhancement, for example, through extraordinary job creation, an unusual or special product or opportunity or any community value added aspect related to their business.  Green and sustainable practices, for example, green products, energy conservation, reduction of waste and energy consumption are encouraged and will be given more weight.  Nomination forms are available at the Municipal Building and on-line at the Township website at (CLICK HERE).  The deadline for nominations is September 20.
5. ALERT:   Replacement of a County Bridge on Old Trenton Road, between One Mile Road and Millstone Road, by Mercer County Has Begun, and is expected to be completed by October 31, 2019, weather dependent.  The bridge is CLOSED 24 hours a day seven days a week  (including weekends) to all thru traffic during construction.  Local access to residences and businesses on each side of the bridge will be maintained during the project.  Detours have been posted.  Work is being performed by county contractor Marbro, Inc. of Montclair, NJ.  Work hours are Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 8 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 3:30 PM.
6. Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection Initiative, Funded by $6,000 NJ Highway Traffic Safety Grant, Will Hold Final Session on Friday, September 13 from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the East Windsor police/court building (80 One Mile Road).  The FREE Child Passenger Safety Seat inspections for Township residents, hosted by Mayor Janice S. Mironov, Members of Council and the police department, are to promote child passenger safety. Participants will have their child seats inspected to ensure proper installation and will receive educational materials regarding current state child restraint laws.
7. ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Volunteer Opportunity in Television Broadcasting Available.  If you are interested in broadcasting and would like hands-on training on a live, local television program, opportunities are available to work with the award winning "Spotlight East Windsor" program, one hour every other Wednesday night, at the East Windsor Municipal Building.  Volunteers will learn camera techniques, audio, lighting, video switching, videotape operation and much more. Those interested should contact the Municipal Clerk’s office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 237 and leave your name and contact information.
8. Township Offices Will Be CLOSED and No Township Curbside Garbage Collection Will Occur on Monday, September 2 Due to the Labor Day Holiday.  Residents of Area #1, who would normally have garbage collection on Monday, September 2, are to put their garbage out on the next regularly scheduled collection date which is Thursday, September 5.  Visit the Township website (CLICK HERE) for additional garbage collection information.
9. Vote By Mail Applications for the November 5, 2019 Election Are Available for Filing with the Mercer County Clerk.  New Jersey law allows residents who are registered to vote to vote by mail for any reason.  College students attending school outside the area are urged to apply as soon as possible if they do not plan on returning home to vote in the election.  Vote-by-Mail applications are available at the Municipal Clerk’s office in the East Windsor Municipal Building, and at the Mercer County Connection Office in the Hamilton Square Shopping Center located at the corner of Route 33 and Paxson Avenue, or on-line at the New Jersey Division of Elections website (CLICK HERE) to download the Vote-By-Mail application.  Applications cannot be accepted by facsimile or email.  Mailed applications must be received at least seven days prior to the election.  Voters can also walk into the County Clerk's office in Trenton and apply until 3 P.M. the day before an election.  Questions can be directed to the municipal clerk's office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 238.