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This newsletter is published twice a month by the Township of Cranford to provide residents with important information and updates. | |
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Zoning Board
Monday, July 8, at 7:30 p.m.
Planning Board
Wednesday, July 3, at 7:30 p.m.
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Township Committee
Tuesday, July 9: combined Workshop at 7 p.m. and Official Meeting at 8 p.m.
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Thank you to our Department of Public Works, Police Department, Fire Department and other Township professionals who responded overnight to the major storm that hit our community Wednesday evening. Tree damage, road closures and downed power lines had many of our public servants on duty from 9 p.m. well into the next day to keep us safe. We are fortunate to have this talented team that works hard every day and rises to meet these challenging conditions.
I'd also like to thank PSE&G, which had professionals in Cranford immediately following the storm responding to electrical outages and damaged power lines. As a reminder, to report power outages, you can visit https://nj.pseg.com/outageandgasleaks. To report downed trees or tree limbs, please contact the Cranford Police Department non-emergency line at (908) 272-2222.
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June 25 Official Meeting Highlights | |
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Mayor Brian Andrews
-Library Expansion Project: The current timeline is to break ground in the fall of this year. During construction, the Children’s Library would temporarily close, and move a portion of the Children’s collection to the Community Center.
-Union County footbridge replacement project at Balmiere Parkway: Township has been in touch with contractor about the equipment improperly stored—it will be removed shortly, to allow the portable pumps to be deployed in advance of storms.
-750 Walnut Ave.: Resident traffic information session, June 26, 7 p.m. in Community Center. We want to hear resident concerns.
- Bulk Trash: We are seeking a contractor to provide bulk trash pick-up this year. In the meantime, see information below on how Cranford residents can take advantage of Westfield's bulk trash drop-off program.
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Deputy Mayor Terrence Curran - Parks and Recreation
-Pool memberships update: 2,242 memberships. Just shy of $1million in membership fees. Still working on gap on the cost to run the pools.
-Monthly Concert Series starts June 26 at Orange Ave. Pool.
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Commissioner Paul A. Gallo-Public Safety
-Walnut Avenue speed limit change to 25 mph starting July 1.
-Ordinance introduced tonight to increase parking meter fees to 50 cents per 30 minutes. It was last raised 17 years ago. We have worked with DMC board and received full support. Help to maintain parking downtown.
-OEM held a joint water rescue training session with police and fire rescue units.
-Heat wave safety— (see information below in newsletter).
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Commissioner Gina Black – Finance
-First 2024 road construction project is on agenda to award for engineering services.
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Bulk Items Drop Off Service
The Town of Westfield offers Cranford residents bulk waste disposal service. Click Here for the online permit and information. One carload is $60.
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Notice from the Township Committee
Bulk items like couches, chairs, tables etc. left at the curb cannot remain for an extended period. If these free items are not taken, residents must call a hauler to dispose of them or utilize the drop-off service in Westfield. Items left at the curb could result in a property maintenance violation.
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Lavona Patterson - CFO/Administrator
-Welcomed Brett Mason to CPD.
-No bids received for bulk waste pickup. This bid will go out again.
-Interlocal agreement with Union County for Health Services.
-Elevation of Homes—Second round meeting with residents. Thirteen of 14 homes have decided to move forward with elevation.
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Clerk's Office
A special Primary election will be held on Tuesday, July 16, to determine who will serve the remainder of former Congressman Payne’s term (ending January 3, 2025).
• A special General election will be held on Wednesday, September 18.
• Please note that the Tuesday, November 5, election will determine who serves the 10th Congressional District seat beginning in January 2025.
Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on each Election Day. Contact the Clerk’s Office with questions at 908-709-7210 or visit www.unioncountyvotes.com.
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Ordinances and Resolutions | |
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Ordinances - Click Here for Full Agenda with Ordinances
Adoption
- Amend the code to revise regulation of the distribution of handbills and stand-alone advertisement notices.
- Amend the code to establish NJDEP-mandated regulation of tree removal and amending Chapter 255, article IV, of the code. Tree Removal Application is required by any person planning to remove a street tree. No tree shall be removed until municipal officials have reviewed and approved the removal.
Introduction
- Amend the code to revise parking fees for public roads, streets, parking lots, and parking garages.
- Vote 3 to 1 in favor. Mayor Brian Andrews voted against the introduction of the ordinance.
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Resolutions--Authorizing:
- Award of contract to JESCO, Inc. for the purchase of two Tink Buckets (bucket attachments) under the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Pricing System.
- Award of contract to Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. for the provision of Engineering Services in connection with the NJDOT FY2024 Cummings Street, Thomas Street and Hillside Avenue Roadway Improvements Project.
- Award of contract to Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. for the provision of Engineering Consulting Services in connection with the Cranford Public Library Expansion Project.
- Submission of a grant application and execution of a grant agreement with the NJDOT for the Brookdale Road, Dorchester Avenue and Franklin Avenue Roadway Improvements Project.
- Appointment of Brett Mason as Probationary Police Officer within the Cranford Police Department effective July 1, 2024.
- Receipt of Grant Funding:
- Clean Communities Grant -- $58,454
- Sustainable Jersey Grant -- $2,000
- State of New Jersey-Municipal Court Alcohol Education, Rehabilitation and Enforcement Fund-- $2,083
Click Here for Video of Full meeting
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Congratulations on your wedding day
Congratulations to Alvaro and Allysa Bernal on their wedding today in the Municipal Building! The couple has been engaged since 2017 and we were thrilled to hold the ceremony in Municipal Chambers.
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Cranford In Focus
Tune in on Thursday, June 27, at 8 p.m. on TV 35 on cable, Facebook Live, YouTube and Livestream to watch the second installment of the live show "Cranford In Focus". In this episode, Deputy Mayor Terrence Curran joins TV 35 to discuss Township Committee initiatives.
Submit Your Questions to Deputy Mayor Curran:
cranfordinfocus@cranfordnj.org
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TV 35 Programming Schedule is Now Updated in Real Time on the Township Website. | |
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Myrtle Street Closure July 8
Myrtle Street will be closed from Centennial to Bryant (Parkway overpass).
- The Township DPW will be removing 2 dead trees with heavy equipment on Myrtle Street, and will have the street closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Businesses and Residents living on Myrtle Street, will have access by checking in with the Police Officer stationed at Bryant Ave.
- Any Questions, Please Contact the Cranford Shade Tree Commission at (908) 709-7205.
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The Cranford Shade Tree Commission (STC) reminds residents to water new trees and double your normal watering routine during extreme heat. New trees need 15 gallons of water twice a week throughout a heatwave. See the STC Website. | |
OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (OEM) | |
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Hurricane season has officially started in New Jersey. OEM will provide regular tips on the Township social media pages to prepare residents for a storm event. Follow Township of Cranford on Facebook and Instagram for tips and updates.
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RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT | |
DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC WORKS | |
- Have a Pothole? Notify DPW by completing the form online.
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DOWNTOWN CRANFORD
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Municipal offices are closed on Independence Day, Thursday, July 4. | |
Municipal Offices are operating under a Summer Hours schedule through Labor Day. Municipal Offices will be open as follows: Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | |
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