Ewing Township Welcome Guide
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Welcome to Ewing! On behalf of the residents of Ewing Township I am pleased to share with you this incredible welcome booklet. An abundance of information can be found here and it would not have been possible if not for the efforts of the Ewing Green Team. Since my arrival in 1960, Ewing has transformed in many ways. From a blue-collar community with General Motors as the catalyst for economic success, to a center of research and development with employers like ETS and Church & Dwight, our town has strong roots with a spirit of community that makes it a great place to live. Ewing is well on its way toward solidifying its future for generations to come. The transformation of the General Mo- tors site into a mixed use community will make it a place where people can come together in ways never before. It will be known as Ewing Town Centre. Live, work, and play... Ewing’s attributes include high quality jobs, such as those in and around our airport; NJ Manufacturers, and the Prince- ton South complex. Coupled with amenities like our park system which includes the Ewing Community Center and an array of programming for all ages, one can see why Ewing is an attractive place for business. A blossoming art scene is also part of our makeup. The recent conversion of the Ewing Presbyterian Church into what is now known as the 1867 Sanctuary is an extraordinary venue for the performing arts. Our Arts Commission is also very active and it strengthens our relationship with the youth of our community. Finally, while there is much to tout, The College of NJ is a strong partner in working towards the realization of our eco- nomic, educational and environmental vision. The Township continues to build upon the relationship between hous- ing, jobs, and this great research institution. As the next generations come forth, Ewing will be solidified as a place that fosters innovation, culture, and inclusivity. Welcome to our community! Bert H. Steinmann, Mayor Dear Neighbors, It is our pleasure to bring you our Ewing Township Welcome Booklet, a product of the Ewing Green Team’s Neighbor- hood Committee and local residents who have joined with us to highlight what a great town we live in. During this undertaking we have been impressed with the richness of resources available to our community from our scenic location on the Delaware River and long rich history as a community, to our strategic position in Mercer County along major transportation routes between New York and Philadelphia. We are blessed with great community services, award winning parks, a full range of educational institutions, wonderful community organizations, terrific neighbors and so much more. Ewing is indeed a great place to call home. The Ewing Township Welcome Booklet is the result of months of effort and we are delighted to offer this guide that highlights the reasons why we all choose to live in Ewing. As a local sustainability entity, the Ewing Green Team believes that it’s our role to support our community by inspiring and engaging those who are passionate about environmental issues. We invite you to join with us to meet the sub- stantial environmental challenges that lie ahead. We meet on the 4th Wednesdays of each month at the Ewing Senior and Community Center at 6:30 pm. Become part of the efforts to live in greater harmony with the natural world to preserve it for future generations. Joanne Mullowney, Chair 2 Table of Contents Welcome . .. 2 Table of Contents . 3 Important Township Phone Numbers . 4 Ewing Quick Facts . 5 Government . 6 New Residents . 8 Getting Around . 9 Clean Community Services . .10 Recycling and Garbage Collection . 11 Municipal Clerk and Taxes . .12 Health, Code Enforcement and Finance . 13 Township Recreational Programming . 14 Ewing Police | Fire | EMS. 22 Ewing Library . 24 Ewing Township Municipal Sustainability . 25 Building History . 26 2 Jake Garzio Drive Neighborhoods . 28 Ewing, NJ. 08628 Historic Sites and Attractions.. 29 Life in a College Town . 32 p 609-883-2900 Map . 33 www.ewingnj.org Ewing Public Schools . 34 The Arts . 38 Things to do . 40 Government Things to do in Mercer County . 42 Ewing Township operates Community Events . 44 under the Mayor-Council Sports Leagues . .45 form of government which Groups and Organizations . .. 46 provides for an elected Houses of Worship . 47 Mayor and five council Business Highlights . 48 members. They are elected Volunteer Opportunities. 54 independently and serve four year terms. Important Township Phone Numbers Main Township Phone # 609-883-2900 For Your Safety All Emergencies Police, First Aid, EMS Dial 9-1-1 All emergency calls for Police, Fire and EMS should be made to 9-1-1. Call and stay on the Animal Control x7175 line. Your land line will display your address. Business Administrator X7605 If you dial 9-1-1 from your cell phone, the approximate location of your cell phone will Code Enforcement x7677 display. Community Affairs, Recreation & Grants (609) 883-1776 Ewing Community Alerts via Swift911 Court Administrator x7617 Register for emergency notifications via email Ewing Senior and Community Center (609) 883-1776 and phone through the township website ewingnj.org First Aid & Rescue Squad (609) 882-3382 Ewing Police (non-emergency) Health Department x7691 (p) 609-882-1313 Mayor’s Office x7606 Sign up for County wide alerts via Swift911 Municipal Clerk x7609 http://www.mercercounty.org/ departments/emergency-management-public Police (non-emergency) (609) 882-1313 -safety/mercer-county-emergency- Public Works (Parks, Roads, Garbage) (609) 882-3382 notification-system Capital Health Medical System is the Recycling (609) 882-3382 nearest hospital just over the border in Registrar x7658 Hopewell Township off Scotch Road. (p) 1-800-637-2374 Seniors (609) 883-1776 Report a Power Outage (PSE&G) Tax Assessor x7610 (p) 800-436-7734 Sewer Emergency – Call Ewing Lawrence Tax Collector x7651 Sewerage Authority (p) 609-587-4061 Library (609) 882-3130 Public Water Emergency - call Trenton Water Works p) 609-989-3222 Ewing Schools (609) 538-9800 Mercer Co. Emergency Alert Sewerage Authority (ELSA) (609) 587-4061 Radio Station WNJT 88.1 FM School Board of Education (609) 538-9800 State of NJ Emergency Messages http://ready.nj.gov/plan-prepare/staying- informed.shtml 4 Ewing Quick Facts • Scenically located along the Delaware River in Mercer County. • Bordered on the Northeast by I-295 (formerly I-95) • Incorporated in 1834 Named after Charles Ewing • Total area 15.6 square miles distinguished jurist • Current population- 35,790 (2010 Census) • Easy access to bus, train and air transit via Trenton/Mercer Air- (1780 - 1832) port and the West Trenton Railroad Station. Chief Justice of the NJ • Rich colonial history includes Washington’s Victory Trail and 23 Supreme Court homes and locations on the Township’s Historic Registry • Proud industrial history - significant contributions to the WWII war effort building fighter planes at the former GM plant on Park- way Ave. • Planning for the future evidenced by Sustainable Jersey environ- mental awards - Silver Certificate and Sustainability Champion in 2016. • Public Schools: 3 elementary, 1 middle and 1 high school. • Home to top ranking The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), in close proximity to Rider and Princeton Universities. • The Mercer County Library’s Ewing Branch offers access to the entire holdings and programming of the Mercer County Library system. There is also a satellite branch at the Hollowbrook Com- munity Center. • Home to the 1867 Sanctuary, Arts and Culture Center. • Two Community Centers and pool complexes: Ewing Senior and Community Center and Hollowbrook Community Center • Total of 631 acres of parkland, about 355 of which are municipal open space lands reserved as parkland, active recreation fields, and natural resource protection. • Home to Mountainview Golf Course and Trenton Country Club. • Safety Services include 3 Fire Companies | an Emergency Medical Squad | 83 member professional police force • NJ State Police are headquartered in Ewing • Numerous Einstein’s Alley (research and technology center of NJ) businesses and members are located in the Township. • Access to state of the art medical care through Capital Health Medical system. Government Mayor The Mayor is the Chief Executive Officer and man- ages the day to day operations of the township with the help of a Business Administrator. Bert H. Steinmann is the current Mayor of Ewing through 2022. If you have a problem for which you need assistance, please contact his office and he and his staff will help you to resolve it. Office Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Please make an appointment to en- sure that the Mayor is not conducting other Township business and is available to meet with you. Contact the Mayor p 609-883-2900 x7606 Email: [email protected] Mail :The Honorable Bert Steinmann, Ewing Municipal Building, 2 Jake Garzio Dr., Ewing, NJ 08628 Contact the Business Administrator James P. McManimon p 609-883-2900 x7605 Email: [email protected] Federal Government Donald J. Trump is the 45th President of the United States. Online government services http://usa.gov/ White House www.whitehouse.gov Ewing is in Congressional District #12. Current representatives for the 12th Congressional District are Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and Senators Cory Booker and Bob Menendez. Senate www.senate.gov • Senator Cory Booker • Senator Robert Menendez House of Representativeswww.house.gov 6 • Bonnie Watson Coleman Government Township Council Township Council is the town’s legislative body and approves the budget and County Government also creates and maintains local ordinances. Ewing is in Mercer County and is governed by the County Executive, Brian Hughes and a Council Meetings Board of Chosen Freeholders. Township Council welcomes engaged citizens and active participation at www.mercercounty.org.