May 6, 2022

1. Mayor Mironov and Township Police Issue a Proclamation for "Bicycle Safety Month" - May, to Kick-Off Township Bicycle Helmet Giveaway Program "Use Your Head," whereby residents ages 5 through 16 can receive a bicycle helmet, at no cost. The remaining sessions are on Wednesday, May 11 and Wednesday, May 25, from 4 pm to 7 pm, at the Municipal Building (16 Lanning Boulevard). After viewing a brief five-minute video on the importance of bicycle helmets and bicycle safety, participants will be measured and given a properly fitted bicycle helmet, along with safety literature. The Township then will implement Phase 2 of this bicycle safety initiative from June 1 through July 31, during which Mayor Mironov and Council Members and Township police officers will distribute form “summonses” to young people, recognizing children wearing helmets and asking them to sign a pledge “to use a safety helmet when using a bicycle, skateboard or rollerblades". This step will enable them to be entered in a drawing for prizes, which will take place on Tuesday August 2 at the Township “National Night Out”.
   
   
   Mayor Mironov and Township officials issue a Proclamation for "Bicycle Safety Month" - May, to kick-off Township Bicycle Helmet Giveaway Program "Use Your Head." Pictured (from left to right) are: Police Sergeant Ryan Ballard; Police Lieutenant Ryan Mattek; Chief of Police James Geary; Mayor Janice Mironov; Police Lieutenant Cory Paieda; Police Lieutenant Jason Hart, and Police Detective Sergeant Paul Wille.
   
2. East Windsor Child Passenger Car Safety Seat Inspection Initiative, Funded by $6,480 Grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, Will Kick Off on Wednesday, May 11, from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. at the Police/Municipal Court Building, and run through September. The Child Passenger Car Safety Seat Inspection Program is designed to ensure motorists are properly securing their children in child seats as required by State law. Interested residents can have their child seats inspected for proper fit and installation in their vehicles and will receive educational materials regarding current child restraint laws. Additional inspection session will take place as follows: at Police/Court Building (80 One Mile Road) on Thursday, June 9, Monday, July 18 and Friday, September 16 from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. and at the Township National Night Out event at the East Windsor PAL Complex (30 Airport Road) on Tuesday, August 2 from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M.
3. East Windsor Proclaimed April "Alcohol Awareness Month" and Recognized East Windsor Regional School District Hightstown High School After Prom Committee. The Mayoral Proclamation stated "the After Prom Committee provides for a safe and substance free evening of entertainment and activities for all high school seniors and their guests at no cost and has been providing the event for over 30 years and during those years there have been no alcohol or drug related incidents on prom night." Mayor Mironov and Council Members also presented a $1,000 grant check from the East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse (EWMAPSA) to East Windsor Regional School District Hightstown High School After Prom Committee President Ed Hirschman and Treasurer Debbie Dorfman.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members present Proclamation recognizing Alcohol Awareness Month and $1,000 East Windsor Municipal Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse (EWMAPSA) grant check to East Windsor Regional School District Hightstown High School After Prom Committee, praising them for their excellent efforts in offering a safe substance free environment for students After Prom event. Pictured (from left to right) are: Deputy Mayor Peter Yeager, EWMAPSA Coordinator; Mayor Janice Mironov; Ed Hirschman, President, After Prom Committee; Debbie Dorfman, Treasurer, After Prom Committee; Council Member John Zoller, and Council Member David Russell, EWMAPSA Member .
4. Last Day to Register to Vote in the June 7 Primary Election is Tuesday, May 17. Registration forms can be obtained at the municipal building or on-line at www.njelections.org. For individuals who wish to Vote by Mail, the deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 31 by mail and Monday, June 6 by 3 P.M. in person. Mail ballots must be received by Mercer County by Election Day. Questions can be directed to the municipal clerk's office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 237.
5. Mercer County Board of Elections Is Seeking Poll Workers to work at the election districts for the June 7 primary and November 8 general election. The state has increased the daily pay for poll workers from $200 to $300. Eligibility requirements, instructions on how to apply, and additional important information are available on the Mercer County Board of Elections website (CLICK HERE).
6. Arbor Day Foundation Names East Windsor Tree City USA Community for 2021 for the Township's Commitment to Community Forestry. East Windsor Township, for the 22nd year, has earned this national designation meeting the four standards set by the Arbor Day Foundation: having a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, a comprehensive forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance. The program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service.
7. East Windsor "Operation Medicine Cabinet" on Saturday, April 30 Collected Additional 18.3 Pounds, Resulting in a Total of 311.8 Pounds, of unused and expired prescription medications, which were turned over to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. "Operation Medicine Cabinet" provides a secure and legal means to dispose of these prescription medications in an environmentally responsible manner and reduces possible access by unauthorized persons and young people to these drugs.
8. East Windsor Recreation Department Summer Camp Registration Is Open for Township Residents. Recreation day camps will be offered for students entering grades Kindergarten through 6. The Explorer camp is designed for campers entering grades Kindergarten and 1, the Adventure camp is designed for campers entering grades 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, and the 2022 Travel camps are offered for campers entering grades 5 through 9. Camp Care for before and after care of campers is also available for an additional fee. Online registration and payment is available at (CLICK HERE). Program information is available at the Township municipal building and online at (CLICK HERE). For additional information call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225.
9. East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority (EWMUA) Is Conducting Semi-Annual Hydrant Flushing to remove sediment from pipes, monitor water flows and pressures, and provide visual inspection of the hydrants during the overnight hours between 10 P.M. and 6 A.M. on the following dates: This schedule is subject to change due to conflicting work that must be done by EWMUA personnel. According to the EWMUA, customers may notice a drop in water pressure or may experience discolored water. At no time will the water quality be compromised, and the water is safe to use. Check www.eastwindsormua.com for updates, or call the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority at (609) 443-6000 with any questions.
   • May 1 through May 6: Windsor Regency, Georgetown, Cranbury Manor, Stonegate and sections of Route 130.
   • May 8 through May 13: Hickory Acres, Brooktree area, Renaissance Estates, Princeton East, Oak Creek Estates, Riviera, neighborhoods along Dutch Neck Road, One Mile Road and sections of Route 130