August 12, 2022

1. East Windsor Township Officials Dedicated Township Arboretum in Etra Lake Park. Supported by a Sustainable Jersey grant successfully obtained by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members, the Arboretum project included clean-up and access improvements, planting of native trees, installation of identification signage and QR code markings accessible via smartphone, and preparation of informational materials to share with the community. The East Windsor Arboretum is easily accessible within East Windsor’s crown jewel Etra Lake Park, which offers many recreation opportunities including walking and jogging trails along with a rich landscape of plant species, birds and wildlife. The Arboretum features 29 native tree species, a mix of newly planted and mature trees, marked with identification tags. Each tree is labelled with a scannable smartphone QR code which provides a link to the description of the characteristics and origins of the tree. The Arboretum start place is designated by a new large sign next to the park’s Environmental Center displaying a map and tree locations. Some of the native tree species include: sweetgum, white oak, sassafras, sycamore, mulberry, mockernut hickory, sweetbay magnolia and witch hazel, among the 29 trees featured. An accompanying brochure with a depiction of the Arboretum map and tree locations assists self-guided tours. The Arboretum provides an educational and fun opportunity for the entire community and local schools.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov joins with members of the East Windsor Environmental Commission and Green Team for the dedication ceremony for the restored Arboretum in Etra Lake Park. Pictured (from left to right) are: Council Member Alan Rosenberg; Ron Balint, Chairperson, East Windsor Environmental Commission and Green Team; Council Member John Zoller; Council Member David Russell; Adam Palant, Environmental Commission Member; Gary Wroblewski, Environmental Commission Member; Council Member Marc Lippman; Deputy Mayor Peter Yeager; Mayor Janice Mironov, and Randall Solomon, Executive Director, Sustainable Jersey.
   
2. East Windsor Holds "B-Street Band" Bruce Springsteen Tribute Concert on Sunday, August 21 at 6 P.M. at Etra Lake Park. “The B-Street Band” is the top requested Bruce Springsteen tribute band on the circuit, with over 200 shows per year throughout the country. When “The Boss” himself has made an appearance to see the show, you know the performance will be second-to-none. 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.
   
   
   Attendees enjoy the music and entertainment at the August 7 well-attended summer concert by "Gypsy" Tribute Band to Fleetwood Mac at Etra Lake Park.
3. East Windsor Township Offers Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Dose Clinic on Thursday, August 25 from 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. at East Windsor Volunteer Fire Company No. 2 (69 Twin Rivers Drive). Primary vaccines and boosters for Pfizer and Moderna are available including for children ages 5 through 11. Appointments Are Required, no later than Wednesday, August 24 at 12 P.M. For an appointment or further information, contact the Health Department at (609) 443-4000, ext. 222 or publichealth@east-windsor.nj.us.
4. East Windsor Is Inviting Residents to Apply for Home Improvement Funds Pursuant to the Township Small Cities Housing Rehabilitation Program Application. Residents who are income eligible can receive up to $20,000 under this program for needed home improvement work such as roofs, foundations, heating, plumbing and electrical systems, and lead based paint hazard remediation. For further information, (CLICK HERE) or contact the Township agent Community Grants Planning & Housing at dlandri@cgph.net or call (609) 664-2783.
5. New Three Digit 988 Phone Number Designated for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Activated Across the United States. The new three-digit dialing code will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline). People can text, call or chat, and they will be connected to trained Lifeline network counselors who will listen, understand the problems affecting each caller, provide support and connect callers with the needed resources if necessary. The previous Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. For more information, visit the website (CLICK HERE).