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downtown andat theEnviron- along several buildings inour of ourcommunity. The murals part always beenanimportant Park inHighland haveArtists through thearts.” to expresstunity themselves sure hasanoppor everyone ings andworkshops to make through developing free train - community strengthen theart andparents to buildand artists ing with local business owners, Commission iswork Arts “The Commission. aison to theArts said Councilman Jim Walsh, Li- of all ages,”the talents of artists are fostering anddeveloping land Park isaplace where we spoken word ordancing,- High itismusic, finearts, “Whether setting.interact inaninspiring young –andnotsoyoung –to for residents both opportunity isalsoaunique It spoken art. creativity andspread theideaof asaway towill serve encourage tergenerationalprogram artistic dren andseniorcitizens. This in- prov workshop for series chil- the commission includeanim- Futurepating artists. plansfrom - meet anumberofthepartici Pino’s, where residents could was followed by areception at available for purchase. This was also Thethe artwork. art to view walked alongRaritan Walk, where dozens of residents ber 17,theyhelda Window Art ists andstudents. OnSeptem- from more than40localart businesses exhibited artwork play downtown. Twenty-five dis- a month-long window art enhancements isoneofthegoalswe setfor 2016. SO MANY OF OUR GOALS FOR HIGHLAND PARK. EVEN THOUGH THE YEAR FLEW BY, WE STILL MANAGED TO FULFILL mitment ourresidents have to volunteers illustrates thecom- The growing number ofour on ourboards andcommissions. There are over 100 volunteers students. school “home” for highschool ter, whichwillbeanewafter- gun work onournew Teen Cen- younger residents, we have be many ofourseniors. For our Parkin Highland areality for so This helpsmakeaging inplace store, etc. for ourseniorcitizens. appointments, thegrocery to medical vide transportation we hired anewdriver to pro all ourresidents. For example, to improve oflife thequality for dent volunteers, we were able Letter From Your Mayor staff, andmany resi- members, Borough work ofourCouncil hanks to thehard - - - - - the Arts has helped Highland hashelpedHighland the Arts versity’s Gross of Mason School proximityOur to Rutgers Uni- andcharacter.charm they are greeted withourartistic ParkHighland from either side, ensure that when visitors enter community. projects These art coming symbol ofourfriendly plain, concrete wall into awel- what was once acrumbling, New Brunswickhastransformed retaining wall atto thebridge ParkHighland painting onthe and animated images. And the with their bold colors munity helpbrighten upourcomArts, - gers’ Gross ofthe Mason School the assistance ofstudents at Rut Jonathon Horowitz with artist mental Center, painted by local •  - Ms. Scooter, anaccomplished spoken word artist event thisFall. aStorytelling and improvfering an workshop, workshop book-making Park.of Highland We excited to of- be are particularly to theresidents activities a wide range ofdiverse arts Commission strives toParkThe Highland provide Arts •  •  of what we achieved thisyear: Here are justafew highlights closely withsomany ofyou. together. Iam honored to work and cancontinue to accomplish is somuchwe have achieved, dedicated Borough staff, there Working hand-in-handwithour giving backto ourcommunity. of energy. cient andcost-saving source formation- on thisenergy-effi Visit www.hpsolar.org for in- ProgramSolar for residents. New Jerseyto offer aspecial teamed upwithSustainable ParkSustainable Highland for andbicyclists. pedestrians to makesafety improvements Committeeing andBicycling We created anewSafe Walk New Jersey. Municipality”“Heart-Safe in We were designated the first - - in Highland Parkin Highland istheidea of art A unique characteristic oftheArts. School Gross Aidtween andMason Rite ofanagreement be is part 4thAvenue.South This exhibit in ninewindow boxes facing and graduate student artwork tating display ofundergraduate began curating anongoing, ro from Grossand faculty Mason store. This summer, students windows Aid ofourlocalRite display inthe cluding anewart in- opportunities; partnership the schoolhasalsofacilitated munity. This relationship with talents to benefitour com- many ofwhomcontribute their residents,ing numberofartistic Park asahomefor agrow serve •  • • •  •  dem withthePlanning Board residences. Working in tan- includingretailprojects and development purpose, smart velopers ondowntown multi- continues to work withde The Redevelopment Agency programs in2017. Look for new innovative art rejuvenated, andhard at work. Commission isnewly Arts Our the beginning of2017. on their research byporting the Borough. They willbere in opportunities into parking A Parking Task Force islooking us more efficient. Data Task Force willhelp make newlycreatedOur Digital utilized area. build asolarfieldinanunder We withPSEGto are working Quality oflifeQuality Continued onpage5 ------This Issue Inside businesses in Highland Park. businesses inHighland streethp.org for alistofart store! Visit supply and more, andeven anewarts word, music, dance, ceramics painting, spoken canvas art, ative centers, for drawing and visitors to visitourmany cre We encourage residents and to foster theirtalents andskills. mentorship programs andmore internships,in performances, are encouraged to participate community. Students ofall ages dance facilities throughout the music,in many and ofourart, of teaching, which is utilized of usingtheclassicalmethod 2 8 7 6 5 3 bring uspeace here globe, invigorating friendship, the and season. May2017 warmth offamily. /Borough Departments /DPW Schedule /Library / / Update /School healthy lifestyles, and around the and Senior Schedule Schedule Senior Recreation Schedule Main StreetMain the strength of I wishyou alla lovely holiday WINTER 2016

www.main- - Neighbors, Family and Friends Remember Councilman Jon Erickson

Local Expenditure and Revenue tion with seed money to turn Policy Commission before real- ideas into action. izing his dream of becoming a “We will miss Jon and his quiet college professor. leadership so much. The impact His brother, George Erickcek, of his absence will never dissi- spoke of Erickson’s inquisitive pate. Instead, Highland Park will mind and his mastery of his have to rally to celebrate his ac- family’s signature dry humor. He complishments as a family man, also recalled his brother’s abil- public servant, and educator ity to untangle complex ideas and carry out his legacy as he and find common ground in all surely would have wanted,” Brill kinds of negotiations. Mittler said. In addition to being a jazz en- Erickson is survived by his wife, thusiast and a passionate fan of Anne Sherber and his daugh- the Rutgers women’s basketball ter, Rebecca Tess Erickson; his team, Erickson served the Bor- brother, George Erickcek and ough with distinction and hon- sister-in-law Jan Erickcek; his or since 2002, and he worked sister, Jane Erickson and her tirelessly for the Borough all partner Deborah Roth; a niece, Jon Erickson pictured with Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin the way up to his passing. On Adrienne Erickcek, her husband, Council, Jon’s portfolio included Nick Law and a great nephew. the Finance Committee, where the effectiveness and efficien- who worked to make the world he served as chair, the Capital ighland Park cele- cy of the governance process. better. Planning & Project Review Com- brated the life of Jon His extensive expertise and his mittee, and the Public Works Erickson in October He grew up in Gold Beach, Ore. deep knowledge of municipal and Health and Human Servic- as hundreds of resi- and earned a bachelor’s and government was an enormous es Committees. He previously dents gathered at the Senior/ master’s from the University of asset to the Borough,” Brill Mit- served as chair of the the Health Youth Center to pay tribute to Oregon. While still in college, tler said. and Human Services Commis- the long-time Councilman who he was a Vista volunteer and sion and was the Council rep- died October 16 after a long Dr. Erickson was a professor at worked at the Community Ac- resentative to the Community battle with lung cancer. Kean University in the Depart- tion Program. After earning Jon Erickson ment of Public Administration his Master’s degree he worked Development Block Grant Com- The loss will resonate both and was an active and commit- as a city planner in the city of mittee and the Mayor’s Digital In lieu of flowers, the family on the Borough Council and ted member of the Kean Federa- Eugene, Oregon. He earned a Data Task Force. requests donations be given throughout the community, tion of Teachers. Well-wishers at PhD from Rutgers University to the Cancer Institute of New said Mayor Gayle Brill Mittler. Erickson was also a leader in the his October 18 memorial service and worked at the New Jersey development of the Borough’s Jersey or, as Erickson would “Jon was a progressive voice that remembered him as a commu- Department of Environmental Park Partners Grant Program, have wanted, “your liberal focused on transparency and nity advocate and an activist Protection and the NJ State and which rewarded citizen innova- cause of choice.” What Department MAIN TELEPHONE NUMBER BOROUGH 732-572-3400 2016 CALENDAR DO I NEED? All meetings are subject to change, please check the BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES HEALTH RECREATION Borough’s website at www.hpboro.com for updates. 800-624-0241 732-819-3790 732-819-0052 www.state.nj.us/bpu/assistance Recreation/Arts Programs & Events, LIBRARY Board of Health Meeting Library Board of Trustee Registration & Information Meeting BOROUGH CLERK 732-572-2750 Borough Hall 7:00 P.M. 732-819-3782 SCHOOLS November 10, December 8 Library 7:30 P.M. www.hpplnj.org November 28, December 19 Apartment Registration, Business 732-572-6990 Council Committee Meeting License, Dog & Cat License, Flood MAYOR School information Planning Board Meeting Borough Hall 7:00 P.M. Zones (Maps), Garage Sale Permits, 732-777-6001 http://www.hpschools.net/ Borough Hall 7:30 P.M. November 1, December 6, 20 November 10, December 8 Liquor Licenses, Notary Public, PARKS TAX ASSESSOR Ordinances, Request for Public 732-745-3900 732-819-3787 Commission for Universal Public Information Record, Street Maps, Used Car Lot Park Maintenance Block & Lot, Deed Inquiries Access Meeting Committee Meeting Licenses, Taxi Licenses, Voter Regis- Borough Hall 7:30 P.M. Borough Hall 6:00 P.M. PLANNING & ZONING TAX COLLECTOR – FINANCE tration, Zone Maps (to purchase) November 3, December 1 November 1, December 6 732-819-3792 732-819-3788 CABLE TV Senior Citizen Tax Deductions, Tax Community Food Pantry Redevelopment Agency 866-575-8000 POLICE Meeting Bills, Veteran Tax Deductions Meeting www.cablevision.com 732-572-3800 Borough Hall 7:30 P.M. Senior/Youth Center 7:00 P.M. Abandoned Cars on Street, VITAL STATISTICS November 3, December 1 CODE ENFORCEMENT 732-819-3782 or December 7 Accident Reports (ext. 4211), Safe Walking & Cycling 732-777-6013 732-777-6014 Additions (Inspections, Capital Animal Control (Dead or Stray) Environmental Commission Committee Meeting Weekends and Evenings Birth Certificate, Death Certificate, Meeting Borough Hall 7:00 P.M. Improvements) Marriage License 732-819-3795 Health Emergencies, Noise Environmental Center 8:00 P.M. November 2 Complaints, Snow not removed WATER COMMUNITY SERVICES November 2, December 7 Shade Tree Advisory Meeting from sidewalks 732-247-9379 Environmental Center 8:00 P.M. 732-819-0052 Housing Authority Board Billing 732-819-3787 November 9, December 14 Community Events, Senior Pro- PSEG Maintenance Only 732-247-9379 Meeting grams, Events & Activities 800-426-7734 Meter Issues/Questions, Sanitary Samuel J Kronman Building Sustainable Highland Park Meeting CONSTRUCTION www.pseg.com Sewer Back-ups (Weekends & Eve- 6:30 P.M. November 9, December 14 Environmental Center 7:30 P.M. 732-777-6013 PUBLIC WORKS nings) 732-572-3800, Water leaks, November 16, December 21 732-514-1277 Water Quality Issues/Questions COURT Human Relations Zoning Board of Adjustment 732-777-6010 Borough Shade Tree, Bulk Trash, WATER & SEWER FINANCE Commission Meeting Meeting Court Wedding/Civil Union Garbage, Leaf Bags, Recycling, Road- 732-819-3787 Borough Hall 7:00 P.M. Borough Hall 7:30 P.M. Ceremony by Judge way Improvements, Snow Removal Billing & Meter Reading, Sewerage Bills November 16, December 21 November 28, December 19 BOROUGH HOLIDAYS - Borough Offices Closed: REGISTER NOW for Highland Park’s Community Veterans Day New Year’s Day - January 2 November 11 REGISTER NOW Notification System (NIXLE): A system that enables us Martin Luther King Day NIXLE to provide you with emergency and non-emergency 2016 Thanksgiving 2017 January 16 Holiday - HIGHLAND PARK’S information via email or text message. Lincoln’s Birthday - February 13 COMMUNITY November 24-25 NOTIFICATION SYSTEM Residents can sign-up on-line on the http://goo.gl/GiZLTx Christmas Day President’s Day - February 20 Questions? Email [email protected] December 26 Good Friday - April 14

2 HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 “HP Gives A Hoot” Serving Our Community:

Since its creation, “HP Gives a Hoot” has raised approxi- The Highland Park mately $6000 through donations. Thanks to partnerships Community Food Pantry with Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen in New Brunswick, the Global Grace Café housed at the Reform Church of Highland To sign up and for more Park, and the Highland Park Community Food Pantry, the information, contact: fund has served more than 250 lunches for students. And Nicole Huff our numerous volunteers, from high school students to se- 732-819-0052 nior citizens, have been the backbone behind the success of [email protected] this program. - said Mayor Gayle Brill Mittler HOURS OF OPERATION of the he Highland Park Food Pantry are the 2nd and 4th when school was not in ses- prised of Borough employees Community Food Thursday of each month, 9:00 - Pantry provides a vi- 10:45am and 6:00 - 7:00pm, and sion. With more than 39% and volunteers, was created tal service to more Saturdays following the 2nd of our students on free or re- to provide lunches for chil- than 300 families duced lunch at school, the dren when school was not in each year. We are open to any- and 4th Thursdays, from 9:30 – severity of this issue became session. It has since grown one who lives or works in High- 10:30am. You may only visit on quite apparent. rapidly, raising enough money land Park and is in need of food one of the two days each week. to also help source funds for assistance. The Pantry wel- Please see days of operation at Highland Park is not only eth- www.hpboro.com/foodpan- our Highland Park Recreation comes both families in need nically diverse, but we are and volunteers, and financial try or in the Borough’s kiosks Summer Camp as well as schol- also economically diverse. and food donations are an im- throughout town. n the summer of 2015, the Our sense of responsibility to arships for four high school portant source for the continu- mayor and Borough em- our neighbors in need is evi- students to attend a Youth- ation of our services. ROOTS mentorship camp this ployees noticed a group of dent in our large Community TO RECEIVE DONATIONS TO VOLUNTEER, contact Ev- past summer. young children wandering Food Pantry (HPCFP), which from the Food Pantry, bring a elyn Sedehi at highlandpark- outside the municipal build- provides food and supplies to government issued ID (driver’s [email protected]. Do- ing, looking bored. At lunch- more than 300 families each license, passport, etc.) and (2) nation checks can be made to time each day, they would year, as well as numerous TO CONTRIBUTE OR VOL- sources of proof that you live “Borough of Highland Park” with come inside and ask employ- programs to support our resi- UNTEER for “HP Gives a Hoot”, or work in Highland Park (can “For: HPC Food Pantry” in the ees for snacks. Of course, they dents. However, the presence contact include your address on your memo space, and can be sent ID or a bill, lease or bank state- all obliged. of these young children at Bor- [email protected] to 220 S. Sixth Ave, Highland ment stating your address). ough Hall led the mayor to re- Park 08904. Food donations are The mayor and Borough em- Donations can be mailed to alize the necessity to focus on To sign up and for more informa- always accepted at the Stop & ployees quickly realized that the Borough of Highland Park, our children. tion, contact Nicole Huff at 732- Shop collection bin or dropped these children, whose parents 221 South Fifth Ave, Highland 819-0052, [email protected], off at the HP Senior/Youth Cen- work during the day, did not “HP Gives a Hoot, a nonprofit Park, NJ 08904 with Memo: “HP or stop by the Senior/Youth ter. Thank you for your contin- have access to healthy lunches fund run by a committee com- Gives a Hoot.” Center, 220 S. Sixth Avenue. ued support. All of Highland Park’s Children Native Plant Reserve Must be High Achievers by Mary Denver and Belinda Beetham East Brunswick, Franklin Town- Dr. Scott Taylor, Superintendent ship and Bridgewater gather on Sundays from 10am until HIGHLAND PARK’S SCHOOLS hours observing classes, talk- achievement levels for the un- 2pm to assist restoration efforts. HAVE LONG HELD A REPUTA- ing to kids, school personnel, derperforming. Schools should These same volunteers have been very generous in donating TION FOR BEING ACADEMI- parents, and analyzing student not be meeting achievement native plants, either purchased CALLY HIGH PERFORMING. grade and assessment perfor- “in the middle;” rather, they or dug from their own gardens. My recent interactions with mance, attendance rates, and should be elevating the needy Plant and seed exchanges have numbers of educational lead- discipline records. I am confi- to levels at which the needs- been another no-cost-to-the- ers from China who talked dent in my conclusion that we met students have attained. Borough source of native plants about the want to have their need to do a much better job for the NPR. Narrowing the achievement students graduate from our adapting curriculum, instruc- Most volunteers are members gap and promoting educa- HIGHLAND PARK lies within high school confirmed what I, tion, assessment, school sched- of the Highland Park Regional tional equity is beneficial for the Lower Raritan Watershed. as a resident in town for over ules, and the overall culture of Chapter of the Native Plant So- The Borough’s three-acre Native 21 years, have known - it is very all. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s ciety of NJ. The chapter meets our schools to help every single Plant Reserve (NPR), located thoughts about achievement at 7:30pm on the fourth Tues- desirable to graduate from the child be academically, socially, on River Road just beyond the interdependency echo this day of each month in our En- Highland Park School District. and emotionally successful. Eugene Young En- vironmental Edu- Yes, many of Highland Park’s idea. He said, “All life is inter- vironmental Educa- If this is the case, how can we cation Center. The related, that somehow we’re tion Center, serves explain the New Jersey Depart- graduates go on to become Volunteers from public is welcome. caught in an inescapable net- as a riparian buffer ment of Education’s designa- personally and professionally Highland Park, For more chapter work of mutuality, tied in a sign for the Raritan Riv- successful, and yes, we need to Piscataway, information and tion of our middle school as a er. The NPR’s com- continue this trend. But, I will like garment of destiny. What- meeting topics visit “Priority School” (i.e. a school bination of trees, East Brunswick, ever affects one directly affects www.npsnj.org/. that has been identified as take responsibility as our com- shrubs, herbs and Franklin Township all indirectly.” among the lowest-performing munity’s chief school adminis- meadow help to and Bridgewater The NPR has hosted five percent of Title I schools trator for the success of all of Please learn more about the reduce erosion and gather on cultural, educational in the state over the past three our kids, and I will not stand work Highland Park Public water pollution by Sundays from and service events by and watch whole groups of slowing and filter- during 2016. Zi- years because of an academic Schools is doing in the area of 10am until 2pm to students flounder because we ing polluted runoff. ran Martial Arts, lo- achievement gap between educational equity and excel- assist restoration one or more populations of have not done enough to give The NPR provides cal artist Jacqueline lence by following the Insta- efforts. Baker, 4-H Ecomani- students)? For all of its suc- them the same opportunities gram account (highlandpar- sanctuary and hab- itat for local and acs of Piscataway, cess with a core group of stu- as have their peers. kpublicschools), Twitter feed transient wildlife communities. Highland Park Navi- dents, Highland Park’s schools Educational equity doesn’t (@hpschoolsnj) and Facebook gators, HP Community Food have, for at least five years, not We are working to improve the mean “dumbing” down the rig- page (@highlandparkpublic- quality of this habitat by remov- Pantry and RU Scarlet Day of helped large swaths of stu- or of programs, putting a “ceil- schools). Of course, you can ing nonnative invasive plant Service were all on our calendar. dents who for various reasons ing” on success, or sacrificing also obtain information by go- species and replacing them need support. with New Jersey’s native plants. the high performing students ing to www.hpschools.net or TO VOLUNTEER or schedule I spent my first year as super- for the sake of low performing by contacting me at 732-572- The tasks are many. Volunteers please contact Mary and Belinda intendent spending hours and students. It does mean raising 2400, extension 2813. from Highland Park, Piscataway, at [email protected].

HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 3 Keep it Local in Save the Dates in 2017… December ven though it’s cold Don’t forget that the Highland Sunday May 17 June - September 8th Annual Run in the (exact dates TBD) outside, downtown Park Farmer’s & Artisan Market A Run in the Park 5k race, and Park 5k Race: the annual Spring Street Fair Music on the Corners Highland Park is still is open every Friday from 11am Saturday Sept 16 Runners, Sponsors, and Volun- bustling in the month – 5:30 pm until December 16th. Thursday May 18 & Sunday Sept 17 teers Wanted The Highland Park of December. Be sure Our farmers and vendors sell & Saturday May 20 Townwide Garage Sale & Mer- 5k race is back for its eighth year, to support Highland Park re- fresh local food and other treats Downtown Planting Days chant Sidewalk Sale -- so be sure to come downtown on Sunday, May 7, 2017. Come tailers by shopping local this Friday June 2 - Sunday Sept 24 holiday season. Visit our many to shop before the season ends. Friday December 15 Arts in the Park arts street festival take a run around Highland wonderful retailers and restau- And be sure not to miss the Friday Farmers Market (no mar- Tuesday October 31 Park, all for great causes: race rants downtown. Don’t know downtown Kwanza celebration ket the day after Thanksgiving) Halloween on the Avenue proceeds to benefit the Bor- what to buy? A gift certificate on Monday December 26, and June - August Saturday November 25 ough of Highland Park Police, to one of our local stores, res- the downtown menorah light- (exact dates TBD): Small Business Saturday & Fire, First Aid, and Recreation taurants, spas, or local fitness Downtown Tree Lighting ing party on Wednesday De- Free outdoor movies department; the Highland Park and wellness facilities will do cember 28! Check www.main- downtown in the Highland Park Tuesday December 12 Public Library; and Main Street the trick! streethp.org for details. Outdoor Movie Theater Downtown Menorah Lighting Highland Park. We are seek- ing runners, event sponsors, and event volunteers for this DECEMBER 26 Kwanza celebration …and more! Keep up with everything happening downtown by following us on Facebook (facebook.com/MainStreetHP), Highland Park tradition. Go to DECEMBER 28 Menorah lighting party Twitter (twitter.com/MainStreetHP), or checking out our website, www.runinthepark.org to www.mainstreethp.org! sign up today!

12th Annual Arts in the Park: An Art-Filled Day Downtown

ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, HIGHLAND PARK HOSTED ITS 12TH ANNUAL ARTS IN THE PARK ARTS STREET FESTIVAL, AND WE HAD MORE ARTISTS, VENDORS, AND VISITORS THAN EVER BEFORE.

IGHLAND PARK’S word, and music performances. TEXTILES/QUILTS/ This year’s art show jurors were: Live Music signature event, an This year’s art show judges rep- NEEDLEWORK Molly de Aguiar, Program Di- annual celebration & Performing Arts resented a diverse array of art- rector, Informed Communities, of the arts, show- 1. Beryl Koblin ists, arts professionals, and local Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation On the festival’s three perfor- cases fine arts and crafts from 2. Katie Gloede celebrities. The juried art show mance stages along Raritan all over the region and shines Chris Gash, Illustrator at chris- featured cash awards for first, 3. Jennifer Muller Avenue (Route 27), there was a spotlight on Highland Park’s gash.com and visiting specialist a wide range variety of music second, and third places in eight vibrant, diverse, multi-faceted at Montclair State University and performances. categories: Graphics/Drawing/ PHOTOGRAPHY arts scene. The outdoor juried Printmaking, Fine Crafts, Mixed Géza Günther Schenk, Graphic Performers were: art show and street fair drew Media, Textiles/Quilts/Needle- 1. Matt Allouf Designer and Owner, GGS Com- thousands of people to the John Bianculli (Jazz); Scarlet work, Painting, Jewelry, Photog- 2. Greg Atkinson munication, LLC streets of Highland Park to en- DuMonde (Belly Dancing); raphy, and Sculpture. 3. Neal Sehgal joy top-notch art, music, and Annie Hogan, Visual, Perform- Snark Twins (Rock); Daoine ing & Media Arts Department food while exploring Highland The winners were: (Traditional Irish music); Mag- Park’s downtown as a shopping MIXED MEDIA Chair at Middlesex County Col- nolia Street String Band (Blue- and dining destination. PAINTING lege grass); Tsu Fil Duvids (Klezmer); 1. Brittany Pochick BeYouDance Studio (lyrical, As always, the main attraction Wendy Liscow, Education Pro- 1. Juan Ayala 2. Alexix Vassilious contemporary, and jazz dance); of Arts in the Park was the jur- gram Director, Geraldine R. 2. Helen Harris Kinetics Fitness (Zumba dem- ied art show and arts sale, high- 3. Violet Goldilla Dodge Foundation 3. Hana Aviv onstrations); Mr. Ray (Kids’ lighting Highland Park’s many James Nichols, AIA, Architect Rock); Danny & Jeremy (Rock); artists as well as artists from FINE CRAFTS and Main Street Highland Park Ziran Martial Arts (Martial Arts around the region. Participants SCULPTURE Design Committee Chair demonstrations); and salsa, displayed and sold their work 1. Bryan Weitz 1. Ellen Rebarber Amee Pollack, Manager, BFA rock, and jazz performances by under tents downtown along 2. Marion Stewart and BA programs in visual arts Speak Music students & faculty. Raritan Avenue. There were also 2. Brian Applequist 3. Dana Keith and design at Mason Gross many promotional booths from 3. Alice Jarrett School of the Arts, Rutgers, the local businesses and organiza- GRAPHICS/DRAW- State University of New Jersey tions, a kids’ arts and crafts zone, JEWELRY ING/PRINTMAKING a space-themed kids’ art show, Melissa Quaal, Sewing blogger 1. Les Hardley food from local restaurants, 1. Chelsea Stewart at ahappystitch.com, DIY sew- food trucks from around the re- 2. Adwoa Djaba 2. Arnie Weinberg ing freelancer, and sewing in- gion, as well as dance, spoken 3. Lila Gutowski 3. Diana Love structor

Sponsors:

ain Street Highland • Over the Moon Toys THANK YOU, Highland Park Park would also like • Miller’s Rentals Police, Fire, Rescue Squad, and SAVE THE DATE to thank our gener- • Highland Park Artists Public Works! ous arts festival sponsors, with- Collective As always, Main Street High- For next year’s Arts in the Park, on out whom this festival would • EthnosNB.com land Park would like to sincerely Sunday September 24, 2017! not be possible. • Minuteman Press of thank our Borough’s hard-work- ing Police, Fire, Rescue Squad, More information, including the online • Unity Bank Highland Park and Public Works. We truly could registration form for vendors at the 2017 event, • Middlesex County Cultural • Strub Law, LLC not do this event without you, can be found at www.mainstreethp.org. & Heritage Commission • Aamatex Power Washing and we are so grateful for all • SpeakMusic Conservatory • All Colors, LLC your help and support.

4 HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 Helping Highland Park Go Solar Tree Dedication Program

fficially established THANKS TO A GRANT FROM SUSTAINABLE as a Borough in 1904, Highland Park has a NJ, the Borough of Highland Park and Sustainable rich history dating back to the Revolu- Highland Park have initiated a Solar Program to tionary War, and our population encourage residents to install solar paneling on is filled with residents who have made an impact on our commu- their homes. nity and society, both past and To purchase a plaque, visit present. Now there is a way we www.hpboro.com/TreeDedication can honor individual residents throughout the town. This idea of preserving and cel- he program utilizes states and has won the backing of sustainability issues and op- residential tree (only trees on ebrating our history is what led the EnergySage Mar- of the U.S. Department of En- portunities for the Borough to Borough property and in front resident Gary Pfeffer to the idea of a business along Woodbridge ketplace to connect ergy. implement green strategies. of a “Tree Dedication Program”. Avenue, with their permission) residents with quali- “We are honored to have been “This program makes simple The program allows residents or in specific areas in the Borough. fied solar installers via awarded the pilot program businesses in town to dedicate The first location includes trees a website that has been custom- through Sustainable Jersey as what can be a daunting pro- ized for Highland Park, www. one of the many trees on our one of the first municipalities cess. By putting qualified, pre- along Woodbridge Avenue. hpsolar.org. streets in honor or in memory of Plaques will be placed on the in New Jersey to help residents screened contractors in touch a Highland Park resident. This trees using expandable wiring, Through this site, solar compa- with information, education, with homeowners interested idea resonated with Mayor Gay- so as not to harm the trees, and nies evaluate the home’s needs and competitive bids to install le Brill Mittler, who mobilized in going solar we are removing will be monitored and main- and requirements, and offer free solar power,” said Council Presi- the creation of this dedication estimates for solar panel instal- some of the barriers and mak- tained to ensure the health of dent and Sustainable HP Liaison program. lation, if applicable. Susan Welkovits. “This program ing it easier for households to the tree as it grows. A portion of do their part in making our “Our residents are proud of their the dedication funds will go to This free service provides an is in line with our sustainable history, and they are supportive opportunity for residents to and alternative energy initia- community truly sustainable the Borough’s Tree Fund and to of each other,” said Mayor Gayle communicate with solar com- tives. We also believe home- for future generations,” said Teri HP Gives a Hoot. owners will see an increase in Brill Mittler. “This is a great way panies, and compare quotes. Jover, Chair of Sustainable High- to celebrate or remember each It also offers guidance to resi- their home values.” land Park. other, and celebrate events in dents regarding solar benefits As a Green Community, the Dedications may be placed to our community.” and the installation process. All Borough encourages residents signify an individual or event, installers are pre-screened by to utilize this sustainable, clean The program, led by volunteer or in honor or memory of an in- EnergySage and must be certi- energy source. Our active Sus- To access information and sign Allan Williams, enables resi- dividual or event. To purchase fied, licensed solar companies. tainable Highland Park commit- up for the program, residents dents to purchase a dedication a plaque, visit www.hpboro. EnergySage operates in over 30 tee examines a broad spectrum can visit www.hpsolar.org. plaque to be placed on a non- com/TreeDedication.

Continued from page 1 gram as well. Throughout the dinner at one of our delicious year they run ongoing pro- ethnic-inspired restaurants in First Responders grams in sports and games, town. And then enjoy a drink Letter and this fall they added a with friends at one of our local From Your youth flag football league. bars, or bring home a bottle of Honored by • Our volunteer Fire Depart- wine to celebrate the holidays. Mayor ment not only served our Of course, it’s always ice cream community during some dev- time, so end your day with a de- Knights of Columbus astating home fires this year, licious treat. but they also were commend- and Borough Council, we will Holiday season is also the ed for their work in neighbor- be establishing Highland Park time for giving to others less ing North Brunswick. as an area in need of rehabili- fortunate than us. Highland IGHLAND PARK’S The Highland Park Fire Depart- tation, which will provide new • Our volunteer First Aid Squad, Park residents have a history working closely with the HP first respondersment and First Aid Squad also tools to facilitate smart down- of helping each other. I am so town development. Police Department, provides proud of the support we have were honored by the received awards for exceptional all our residents emergency • Our continued emphasis on received from residents for our medical aid quickly and safely. Knights of Columbus on Octo- service and dedication to the openness and transparency “HP Gives a Hoot” • Our new CERT team of com- fund, which helps ber 24, 2016. Police Officers Ptl. community. Firefighter Matt led to several public discus- sions about potential devel- munity volunteer emergency the children in our Sean Garley, Ptl. Kevin Shiffner, Flowers and First Aid Squad opments in Highland Park. I respondents completed their community receive first year of service to all of us. healthy lunches Ptl. Christopher Decosta, and member Manasa Gowda were want to thank members of the community who showed up Thank you to ALL of our volun- when school is not Ptl. Alaina Giles were recog- honored with special service to learn and give input to us teer commissions, boards, com- in session and pro- vides additional opportunities nized for their heroic act saving awards. about some of these issues. mittees and our Borough staff for their growth and success. an elderly resident. Earlier this • Our Human Relations Com- for their dedication and service First responder leaders Police mission worked with our to our community. I encourage you to donate to year, the officers responded to this important fund. Chief Steven Rizco, Fire Chief Jay Police Department to hold his year, as always, I a report of an 85 year old vic- several successful sensitivity will be doing all of my Littman, and First Aid Captain training programs, as well as tim lying unconscious on the holiday shopping in Patrick Boulanger and President Police/Community Forums, downtown Highland DONATIONS can be sent to floor of a bedroom. Officers to facilitate conversation and Park, and I hope to see the Borough of Highland Park, Robin Loewenstien attend- positive relationships be- immediately began lifesaving many of you doing the same. 221 South 5th Ave, Highland ed the ceremony at St. Paul’s tween officers and residents. Start off your day with a cup of Park, NJ 08904, with Memo line: procedures until the victim be- • Our DPW’s new automated Church, along with members of coffee at one of our coffee HP Gives a Hoot. gan breathing. Medics and the truck program has been so shops. Then shop for clothing, For more information, email us their teams. successful that we are prepar- gifts, antiques, jewelry, toys, Highland Park First Aid Squad at [email protected]. Or ing to expand the program to housewares, gym member- arrived on the scene and the The Knights of Columbus is the include additional neighbor- ships, computer gifts, accesso- visit and like our Facebook page hoods. – search for HP Gives a Hoot. victim was transported to Rob- world’s largest Catholic fraternal ries, flowers, dance or art les- • Once again, our Recreation sons, beauty certificates,I wish you all a lovely holiday ert Wood Johnson University service organization, founded Department ran a fantastic personalized gifts, or even a season. May 2017 bring us Hospital. Thanks to the officers’ by Father Michael J. McGivney summer camp for over 300 of used car…all within the 1.7 peace here and around the our young residents, and host- square miles of Highland Park! globe, invigorating healthy life- quick and skilled response, the in New Haven, Connecticut, in ed many students from China While you’re shopping, be sure styles, the strength of friend- man survived. 1882. in a special Immersion Pro- to take a break for lunch and ship, and the warmth of family.

HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 5 The Department of Community Services

Senior Trips Senior Programs Out of Town Shopping Trips Exercise with Donna Ping Pong Instruction Every Wednesday Monday’s, Wednesday’s & with Sean Winter 2016 / 2017 Tuesday’s, 4:30 pm 12:30 pm -3:30 pm Friday’s, 11:30 am -12:30 pm Senior/Youth Center, FREE Departs from Senior/Youth Senior/Youth Center $1.00 per class The Senior/Youth Center Serves Senior Luncheons Center, FREE Chorus as a meeting place for local se- Tuesday’s, 10:00 am & Parties Senior Yoga nior citizens. It offers a wide va- Atlantic City Trip Casino: Senior/Youth Center, FREE Monday’s & Friday’s riety of Social, Recreational, and Tropicana 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm Thanksgiving Luncheon Piano Instruction Educational Activities daily for Tuesday, November 1, Monday, November 21 Senior/Youth Center Tuesday’s, 11:00 am the benefit and enjoyment of 8:15 am – 6:30 pm $1.00 per class 12:00 noon Senior/Youth Center, FREE Highland Park Seniors. Departs from Senior/Youth Center, Senior/Youth Center, FREE All Activities, Programs, Lun- $40.00 ($25.00 back in slot cash) Tai Chi Painting Class cheons, Trips & Transportation Thursdays, 2:00 pm Monday’s, Thursday’s Annual Lion’s Club Senior/Youth Center & Friday’s, 10:00 am are available to members of the Delicious Orchards Trip $1.00 per class Senior/Youth Center, FREE Highland Park Senior Center. Holiday Party Tuesday, November 22 Saturday, December 17 12:30 pm Healthy Bones Yiddish Group 11:30 am Departs from Senior/Youth Thursdays, 9:30 am Wednesday’s, 10:30 am The Senior/Youth Center is open FREE Senior/Youth Center, FREE Center, $5.00 Senior/Youth Center, FREE Senior/Youth Center, Monday, Wednesday Programs – All programs Podiatrist and Thursday Senior Holiday Luncheon Knitting & Crochet 2nd Tuesday of each month, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. will take place at the Monday’s, 10:00 am Tuesday, December 20 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Senior/Youth Center Tuesday 11:30 am Senior/Youth Center, FREE Senior/Youth Center 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pithari Taverna, $10.00 Friday AARP Driver Safety Course BINGO Monthly Blood Pressure Tuesday’s & Thursday’s Screening 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. New Year & Chinese New Year Tuesday, Dec. 6 & Dec. 13, 12:30 pm 1st Thursday of each month, 1:00 pm- 4:30 pm Celebration Luncheon Senior/Youth Center, FREE 9:30 am – 12:00 noon Senior/Youth Center Senior In-Town Transportation is Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Senior/Youth Center, FREE $15.00 for members of AARP available 12:00 noon Bridge $20.00 Non member Monday Movies Monday’s, Tuesday’s & Monday - Friday Senior/Youth Center, FREE Monday’s, 1:30 pm Thursday’s, 1:00 pm 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Senior/Youth Center, FREE Kraft’s with Kim Senior/Youth Center, FREE Tuesday Valentine’s Luncheon Tuesday’s Nov. 29th & Dec. Computer Class 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017 13th, 2:00 pm-4:30 pm Cards/Mah Jongg 2nd & 4th Friday of each Friday 12:00 noon Senior/Youth Center Tuesday’s, 1:00 pm month, 10:30 am 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Senior/Youth Center, FREE $5.00 per class Senior/Youth Center, FREE Senior/Youth Center, FREE

Youth Programming Adult Programming HIGHLAND PARK Baseball- K-5th grades Fitness for All Indoor and Outdoor Soccer Department Of Recreation March to June. Games are This class uses step, balance The next two sessions start on played on Sundays and mid- balls, dumbbells and exercise Sundays in January and April. week with practices held mid- tubing to get you in shape. ALL Programs require a minimum enrollment to run! Winter soccer will take place week by Coach/field availability. This program runs all year. The indoors and will run for 10 The office of Recreation offers various programs, activities and next session will start in Janu- weeks. Spring soccer will start events throughout the year that appeal to a wide range of people Track and Field ary. All levels welcome. throughout our community. We offer youth sports, art programs, 3rd-8th grades in April and will take place on adult sports, fitness classes, activities and community events. April to May. This program Tai Chi the turf. This program is run in includes lessons on starts, run- This class uses gentle move- a pick-up format. This program Youth Programming ning form, speed and agility ments that can help reduce runs all year. and field events. stress, increase flexibility and improve muscle strength, Basketball - K-8th grade Winter Soccer Clinics Adult Basketball Youth and Adult Table Tennis energy and agility. Beginner and December to March. K/1 are 3-12 year olds This session starts Wednesdays clinics only with 2-8th playing Spencer Rockman and Rovers Kids (3rd-12th grade) Advanced classes are offered. in January. This is a 30+ men’s Sunday and weeknight games. staff coach to all skills levels to and Adult Classes This program runs all year. The This is a parent coached provide maximum enjoyment January to March. Students next session will start in January. program that runs in a pickup and skill building. program with assigned teams. will work on the games, shots, format. This program runs ses- Practices will take place on fundamentals and game play Israeli Dance sions throughout the year. Youth Theater- 8-16 year olds weeknights. strategies. Participants will be provided Israeli Dance is a traditional with a fun, creative environ- dance arising from Jewish reli- Softball Leagues Chess - 6-12 year olds ment to explore their dramatic Buddy Ball - gious and cultural celebrations. Learn the basics or improve Adult Program that runs from and musical talents. your game Currently running soccer. April to August. Women’s Takes place on Saturdays 9:30- Volleyball (Tuesdays) and Coed (Thurs- Flag Football- K-8th grades 11am at the HP Middle School Runs Mondays starting in Janu- Juggling Join this 5v5, fast paced, non- day) Teams can register for 8-16 year olds or the turf field. Buddy Ball ary. All skills welcome to come contact game of flag football this program by contacting Learn to juggle, improve co- run by AIFL instructional foot- teaches sports to buddies (spe- and play in organized matches ordination, concentration and ball league. This program is cial needs children ages 6-18) focusing on fun and fundamen- the Highland Park Recreation confidence. coed and is for all skill levels. with Pals (volunteer teens 12-18). tals. Department.

6 HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 Highland Park Public Library

From: Jane Stanley, Director of access and free WIFI, we also of- brary, in partnership with renewal exams, as well as any- the Highland Park Public Library fer a Career and Education Cen- Driving-Tests.org, a company one who wants to take written We look forward to seeing you ter where you can work on your dedicated to driver safety and practice exams. resume and search for jobs. Visit education, is making available at the library this winter. We Weekday Openings have lots of exciting new pro- our website www.hpplnj.org to free NJ Department of Motor access online services such as Monday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm grams for adults that include Vehicles practice tests at the Mango Languages, download- website http://hpplnj.driving- Tuesday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm Health and Wellness Talks, film able ebooks and audiobooks tests.org. This is the only site Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm series, workshops, informative from eLibraryNJ, as well as data- of its kind to let users hear se- Thursday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm presentations, poetry read- bases provided by the NJ State lections read aloud, make selec- Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm ings, and concerts. For children Library. You can also access our tions into MP3s, translate pages Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm and teens we have story times, catalogue and your library ac- into other languages, magnify clubs, art programs, game days, Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00 pm count with our smart phone text, and mask portions of the films, and special events. Closed Highland Park Public Library app www.hppl.boopsie.com screen for greater visibility on Christmas Day 31 North Fifth Avenue Each month we feature different practice tests. The new pro- Sunday, December 25 Highland Park, NJ 08904 artists in our meeting room and Library Patrons Given Access gram will work as an outreach display cases. In addition to our to NJ Written Driving Exams to teens, those with disabilities, Christmas Day Observed 732-572-2750 public computers with internet The Highland Park Public Li- and seniors who need to take Monday, December 26 Winter 2016-2017 Programs Highland Park Public Library

FOR ADULTS Individual Questions Friends of the Library Friends of the Library Aliza Kornblum Thursday, December 15, 7:00 PM International Film Series International Film Series Art Meditation Made Easy I Friends of the Library Theeb Illusionist Children’s Room Display Case Learn simple embodied (Not Rated) United Arab Tuesday, May 23 6:30 PM International Film Series January meditation and breathing Dark Horse (PG) Emirates, 1 hour, 40 minutes FOR CHILDREN Middlesex County Arts and techniques with Bobbie Ellis, United Kingdom Tuesday, March 21 6:30 PM director of the Soma Center. Middle and High School 1 hour, 26 minutes, Tuesday, Poetry Night Series Read to Belle Students Thursday, December 1, 7:00 PM December 20, 6:30 PM Reading and Refreshments The Library Dog Belle will Paintings, Drawings and Friends of the Library Coloring for Adults Coloring Tuesday, March 28, 7:30 PM listen to your stories Thursdays, December 1 and photographs Holiday Concert Music and Refreshments Hearing Tests December 8, 6:00 PM Meeting room A Rutgers Concert Bureau Thursday, December 22, 7:00 PM Saint Peter’s University Sting Quartet Nechama Stein Movies for Kids Hospitals Community Moble Chess Club for Children Sunday, December 4, 2:00 PM Travel Size Containers Enjoy a film and refreshments Health Services Thomas Yang will be Healthy Aging Friday, December 23, 1:00 PM Register at 732-572-2750, Thurs- teaching Chess Strategies Children’s Room Display Case Tips for Your Body and Brain day, March 30, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Spook Handy Annual Fridays, December 2 - February An Alzheimer’s New Jersey Holiday Concert Friends of the Library December 23, 3:30 PM Dov Fine Speaker will talk about lifestyle Popular Folk Singer Spook International Film Series Movies for Kids Ninjago factors that affect our physical Handy Performs Love and Friendship Enjoy a movie Children’s Room Display Case and cognitive health. Learn about Tuesday, December 27, 2:00 PM (Rated PG) English Comedy, and refreshments the latest research on lifestyle. One Hour, 20 minutes, March Poetry Workshop Friday, December 23, 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 6, 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 18, 6:30 PM Aharom Schachter Poetry Writing Workshop ART EXHIBITS Perler Bead Designs Meditation Made Easy II with Diane Lockward Poetry Night Series Children’s Room Display Case Meditation and breathing Thursday, January 19, 7:00 PM Reading and Refreshments December techniques Coloring for Adults Tuesday, April 25, 7:30 PM Sam Caponegro April Thursday, December 8, 7:00 PM Coloring, Music and Poetry Night Series A Summer by the Pool in Diane Reh Dog Trainer Kris Collins Refreshments Reading and Refreshments Hollywood, Florida-Paintings Collages Ask the Dog Trainer your Thursday, February 9, 7:00 PM Tuesday, May 16, 7:30 PM Meeting Room and Display Case Meeting Room Do you have a great idea to help enrich or beautify our community? he Borough of Highland available at Borough Hall or on- Park is sponsoring up to line at www.hpboro.com. All five special projects to applications are due December benefit our community. 15, 2016. Please return all ap- MAKE YOUR Winners in each catego- plications to 221 South 5th Ave, ry receive up to $2000 to com- IDEA A plete their program. Highland Park, NJ. Attention: Communications Office. Categories Include: Environ- ment, Arts, Culture and Diver- *One winning project per cat- REALITY! sity, Safety, Universal Access or egory. Voting scheduled for Health & Wellness. Applications February 2017. Recreation Advisory Committee he Recreation Ad- come a member. We currently cember 25, 2016 from 1:00pm Sponsors – Thank you! Everybody’s Barber Shop, visory Committee have 3 adult and 2 youth posi- – 3:00pm at the Senior / Youth Highland Park Recreation would Stage House Tavern, Over meets every other month tions open. There will also be Center 220 South 6th Ave. The like to thank the following local the Moon Toys, Yellow Brick at 7:00pm at the Senior opportunities to work on spe- community comes together to businesses for their generous Road Preschool, International / Youth Center. Special cific programs and activities in a make and serve a special com- sponsorship of our Youth and Association of Heat & Frost meetings are also held when volunteer capacity. If you are in- plimentary Holiday dinner for Adult Recreational Teams and Workers Union, Pulte Homes, needed. The purpose of the terested, please fill out an appli- Special Events throughout the Farrington Sound, Roberts Floral, Recreation Advisory Committee all to enjoy! Come join us for cation to become a member of year. Your support is so vital Aunt Elsie’s Homestays, Jaqui is to offer suggestions and input an afternoon of live music, food, a board or commission, found for our programs and events. Kuhn Funeral Home, Mason, regarding future and current fun, and cheer . . . and a special on the HP Borough website Thank you for your commit- programs and activities that visit from Santa and gifts for all!!! Griffic, & Pierson, Highland Park would enhance youth and adult www.hpboro.com. ment to our community! PBA, LaRosa Pizza, Park Deli, For Holiday Dinner reservations, Cub Liquors, Boylan Funeral recreation and the quality of life Christmas Dinner Quick Chek, Stop & Shop, Main for the residents of Highland donation information, and vol- Street Highland Park - 5K, Home, Inzano’s Landscaping, Park. You are invited to attend All are welcome to attend our unteer opportunities, please Modern Art Solutions, Cyber Destination Dogs, P & N Heating to find out more information Annual Holiday Dinner on call the Department of Commu- Knight Computers, The Studio and Cooling, Quaker Steak & about this committee and be- Christmas Day, Sunday De- nity Services 732-819-0052. @ 808, Raceway Petroleum, Lube, Lago Restaurant

HIGHLAND PARK NEWS • Winter 2016 7 Public Works - Holiday Schedule STAY UP TO DATE BY FOLLOWING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE BULK TRASH SCHEDULE on Monday mornings and each HIGHLAND PARK street will be collected at least December 26 December 7 (Wednesday) once during the week. Visit Our Website (Monday) Christmas Day Business District, North Side www.hpboro.com Business District, North Side & Triangle Area SNOW REMOVAL & Triangle garbage will be FACEBOOK December 14 (Wednesday) When snow is in the forecast, collected on December 28 South Side www.facebook.com/hpboro (Wednesday) the Public Works Department ** Due to schedule changes, would like to provide some use- January 2 (Monday) TWITTER there will no longer be a bulk ful suggestions to assist in the www.twitter.com/hpboro New Year’s Day trash collection in the mid-win- department’s snow removal ef- Business District, North Side & ter (February) forts. Please keep in mind that Triangle garbage will be collect- INSTAGRAM these suggestions are designed https://instagram.com/hpboro/ ed on January 4 (Wednesday) April 5 (Wednesday) to make the streets as safe as DONALD RISH January 16 (Monday) Business District, North Side possible following a snow event. Martin Luther King’s B-day & Triangle Area • If you live on a street desig- • Park your cars in the driveway, • When clearing out the drive- Business District, North Side April 19 (Wednesday) nated “No Parking When Road instead of the street, when way apron, it is recommended & Triangle garbage will be South Side is Snow Covered”, please make space is available. With fewer that residents wait until the collected on January 18 sure your vehicle is parked on (Wednesday) vehicles in the street, the snow snowfall has stopped and the LEAF COLLECTION: the proper side of the street can be plowed more efficiently February 13 (Monday) when snow is in the forecast. plows have cleared the street During the months of Novem- and safely. Lincoln’s B-day before shoveling. This way ber and December, there is • “No Parking When Road is Business District, North Side • Please remove all basketball you’ll only have to shovel once mandatory recycling of leaves. Snow Covered” means you & Triangle garbage will be hoops and other items from Leaves must be placed at the can no longer see the paved and snow will not be pushed the street that may be dam- collected on February 1 curb in biodegradable leaf/lawn road, due to the presence of back into your apron. (Wednesday) bags or garbage cans only. Due snow. Vehicles parked on these aged by snow plows during snow removal. • Residents may return to park- February 20 (Monday) to restrictions imposed by the streets, when the pavement is ing their vehicles in the street Washington’s B-day leaf composting facility, any snow covered, are no longer • It is illegal to shovel or plow once the snowfall has stopped Business District, North Side leaves placed at the curb in plas- “legally parked” and are in vio- snow into the roadway. When and the snow plowing opera- & Triangle garbage will be tic bags cannot be accepted. lation of Borough ordinance. clearing your sidewalk and Bags or cans should have only tion has been terminated. As collected on February 22 • The parking prohibitions re- driveway, shovel or direct your leaves in them, no branches or a rule of thumb, snowplowing (Wednesday) main in effect after the snow snow blower to put the snow other vegetative waste should April 14 (Friday) has ceased until the streets onto the right of way or lawn generally continues approxi- be mixed in with it. Good Friday have been plowed sufficiently area. If you have a contractor or mately three to four hours Business District & South Side Residents should have their ma- and to the extent that parking other person performing your after the end of a snowfall to garbage will be collected on terial placed at the curb on Sun- will not interfere with the nor- snow removal, please advise allow for sufficient clearance April 12 (Wednesday) day evenings. Collections begin mal flow of traffic. them of the Borough’s policies. of the roadway.

PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE: Chaim Cohen, Chair; Ana Pairet Vinas; Laurel Kornfeld; Mason Resnick; Saskia Marina; Shelby Holliman; Valeri Drach Weidmann BOROUGH STAFF: Stacy Kaplan, Monica Jackson

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