LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP CALENDAR 2018

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1 LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP CALENDAR 2018 Captain Lawrence Playground Central ParkPlayground Structure Captain Lawrence Central Park

Lawrence Township Council Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Christopher Bobbit James S.

Powers Lawrence Township was originally formed as Maidenhead Township on February 20, 1697, while the area was still part

The township was named by the early Quaker settlers after Maidenhead, a Thames River village west of London.

Maidenhead Township was incorporated as one of New Jersey's initial group of 104 townships by an act of the New Jersey

On January 24, 1816, the municipality was renamed Lawrence Township, in honor of Captain James Lawrence commander of the

Jersey best known for his dying command of "Don't Give up the Ship".

Portions of the township were taken to form Millham Township on February 10, 1882, which was annexed six years later by

2 Lawrence Township Council Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Christopher Bobbit James S. Kownacki Cathleen M. Lewis David C. Maffei Michael S. Powers Lawrence Township was originally formed as Maidenhead Township on February 20, 1697, while the area was still part of Burlington County in West Jersey. The township was named by the early Quaker settlers after Maidenhead, a Thames River village west of London. It became part of the newly created Hunterdon County on March 11, Maidenhead Township was incorporated as one of New Jersey's initial group of 104 townships by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 21, On January 24, 1816, the municipality was renamed Lawrence Township, in honor of Captain James Lawrence commander of the frigate USS Chesapeake, one of the naval heroes of the War of 1812, and a native of relatively nearby Burlington, New Jersey best known for his dying command of "Don't Give up the Ship". Lawrence Township became part of Mercer County at its creation on February 22, Portions of the township were taken to form Millham Township on February 10, 1882, which was annexed six years later by Trenton. Lawrence Township operates within the Faulkner Act, formally known as the Optional Municipal Charter Law, under the Council-Manager form of municipal government, which was implemented in The township is governed by a Council consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members who are elected at-large in partisan elections to serve four-year terms on a staggered basis, with two or three seats coming up for election every other year. A Mayor is selected by the Council from among its members at a reorganization meeting to serve a term of two years.

3 January 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Council Reorganization Meeting New Year s Day Municipal Offices Closed No No Trash Collection 2 Dog Licenses Due This Month Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Colonel Hand March Make-up Recycling Collection For January Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Martin Luther King Day Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Recreation Department The Lawrence Township Recreation Department provides a variety of recreational and leisure opportunities for our residents.

4 Recreation Department The Lawrence Township Recreation Department provides a variety of recreational and leisure opportunities for our residents. These activities include traditional athletic sports leagues for children and adults, art programs and special events throughout the year. The Recreation Department is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Please call the Recreation Department at (609) for additional information. Adult Volleyball Art Classes Art and Theater Camp Community Gardens Competitive Basketball Field Hockey Lawrence Lightning Swim Team Public Swimming Police Youth Academy Programs and Activities Safety Town Summer Park Camp Summer Sports Camp Swim Lessons Tennis Lessons Travel Camp Track Wrestling Youth Basketball Township Parks Carson Woods Central Park Colonial Lake Park Drexel Woods Eldridge Park Gilpin Park Hamnett Park Loveless Nature Preserve Mercer Meadows Shipetauken Woods Stonicker Park Turtleback Park Village Park Veterans Park Special Events Colonel Hand March Mother Nature Festival Memorial Day Parade Independence Day Fireworks Red, White & Bang Kid s Triathlon Community Day Veterans Day Christmas Tree Lighting Township Athletic Fields Baseball/Softball Fields in Central Park: Colavita Field Carroll Field Grant Field Hughes Field Pezzicola Field Football Field in Central Park: Elvin Bethea Field Soccer Fields: Armory Fields Steven J. Groeger Soccer Fields at Twin Pines Softball Fields in Village Park: Betty Leedom Field Gatterdam Field Lacrosse/Soccer Fields: Mooch Myernick Training Facility in Village Park Zimmer Field in Central Park

5 February 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Rabies Clinic Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Lincoln s Birthday Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Presidents Day Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Zoning Board Meeting MCIA Shredding Event Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Lawrence Township residents may pick up screened leaf mulch and wood chips at no charge. Residents may also bring brush, branches, leaves and grass to Ecological Center for disposal.

6 Ecological Center/Grass Clippings Joseph H. Maher Jr. Ecological Center The Joseph H. Maher, Jr. Ecological Center located at 3701 Princeton Pike (just south of Fackler Road) is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (except holidays) and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each Saturday (closed December through March). Lawrence Township residents may pick up screened leaf mulch and wood chips at no charge. Residents may also bring brush, branches, leaves and grass to Ecological Center for disposal. Commercial vehicles are prohibited on Saturdays. For additional information, please contact the Public Works Department at (609) Grass Clippings Cut it and leave it- Lawn care experts say the best way to handle grass clippings is to leave them on your lawn. Grass clippings provide a natural and healthy fertilizer. Grass clippings may be disposed of as regular solid waste by putting it in bags in your trash cart. It may not be disposed of in plastic bags at the edge of the road or in containers, other than the township carts. Grass shall not be placed loose at the curb for brush collection. Brush Pickup Program Brush will be picked up according to the zone schedule. *Please refer to the Zone Map on the last page of this calendar. Brush should be placed at the curbside no earlier than the weekend prior to the scheduled week of pickup. (No brush collection during November and December, leaf collection only). Collection will be limited to brush and tree prunings. Tree trunks and limbs in excess of 8 in diameter will not be collected. Limbs should be cut in lengths of 5 feet or less. All limbs and brush should be placed at the curb in an orderly manner. The size of the pile may not be larger than 3 feet high and must be placed not greater than four feet from the edge of the pavement. No wire, nails or metal should be left in the materials. Diseased material and firewood will not be collected and disposed of by the Township. This material must be disposed of privately. All tree stumps are the homeowner s responsibility. The Township will not collect tree stumps. Brush and leaves must be in separate piles. Leaves must not be placed closer than 10 feet from a storm drain. No brush collection during November and December, leaf collection only. Brush will not be picked up if the above rules are not followed. Regulations for Bulky Waste Pickup Brush Pickup/Bulky Waste Bulk waste will be picked up on your regular collection day. Bulk waste consists of items to be discarded which are too large to fit into your cart. Carpeting must be cut into sections not wider than 5 feet and tied. Weight of bundles shall not be greater than 50 lbs. Windows must be taped (crisscross strips). Large bulk items must be broken down into manageable pieces for disposal. These Items are Excluded in Bulky Waste Pickup: All Construction Materials Metal Fence Asbestos Materials Refrigerators/Freezers Cement Blocks Roofing Materials Chemical Containers Pesticide Containers Propane or Gas Tanks Railroad Ties or Treated Lumber

7 March 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Set Clocks Ahead (Check Smoke Detectors) Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Community Egg Hunt Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Good Friday Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Cans, bottles, glass, newspapers, magazines, etc., can be placed all together in either bucket. Please continue to use the yellow and green buckets to help identify the recyclable material.

8 Recycling and Waste Pickup Recycling Bucket Lawrence Township residents may place all acceptable recyclable materials into one container. Single stream recycling collection facilitates decrease of collection vehicles on the road and lowers vehicle emissions. Residents may continue to utilize their yellow and green buckets. Cans, bottles, glass, newspapers, magazines, etc., can be placed all together in either bucket. Please continue to use the yellow and green buckets to help identify the recyclable material. You may visit the Mercer County Improvement Authority website at for more information or call Public Works Department at (609) Please Recycle the Follow: Glass food, beverage, jars, bottles Aluminum and metal food and beverage cans Plastic beverage bottles Only those marked with #1 on the bottom Plastic beverage, detergent, shampoo bottles Only those marked with #2 on the bottom; no tubs Paper juice and beverage cartons, including drink boxes (remove straws) Newspapers and inserts (may be put in bucket or tied and placed at curb) Magazines, junk mail, stationery, computer, copier paper Cereal, cookie, detergent, shoe boxes Greeting cards and wrapping paper (no foil paper) Telephone books Paper bags Corrugated cardboard small pieces in bucket; large pieces or cartons next to bucket Disposal of Covered Electronic Devices On January 1, 2011, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection banned the disposal of all covered electronic devices. Covered electronic devices include televisions, computers, monitors and portable/laptop computers. Please do not place any of these items in your blue cart for disposal. These items MUST be recycled! You may also visit and click on recycling for additional resources. Feel free to contact the Public Works Department at (609) for assistance. Lawrence Township has a drop-off for these items at the Public Works facility. Every Wednesday residents will be allowed to recycle covered electronic devices at the Public Works facility, 240 Bakers Basin Road between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please visit the front office at the Public Works facility for assistance. Curbside Organic Collection Program Lawrence Township provides residents, on an optional basis, the opportunity to compost their organic waste through the Curbside Organic Collection Program. The cost of this program in 2018 will be $17.00 per month, billed on a quarterly basis by Central Jersey Waste, which includes a 32 - gallon recycle cart. Organic carts are collected every Thursday and the contents are transported to various local farms for composting. During the week, residents are encouraged to store their waste in compostable BioBags. Do Not put in Recycling: Carbon paper Window envelopes Books Tissue papers, napkins, paper plates, paper towels Waxed Paper Fax Paper Pizza, soda, beer, frozen food boxes, packing paper Paper in plastic or coated with plastic Aluminum baking pans or aluminum foil Window glass, drinking glasses, ceramics, pottery, dishes, broken glass Yogurt, margarine, sour cream, frozen food, salad trays, egg cartons and cottage cheese containers Aerosol cans Plastics other than those named above Styrofoam

9 April 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday MCIA Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Electronics Disposal Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Ecological Center Opens For Saturday Hours Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Last Day to Register Dogs Without A Late Fee Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

10 Solutions to Stormwater Pollution

11 May 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Last Day to Register for Primary Election Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Memorial Day Parade Make Up Trash Collection For 5/28 Memorial Day Municipal Offices Closed No Trash Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Lawrence Township Police Department The Lawrence Township Police Department strives to promote a professional, dedicated and knowledgeable approach to problems that affect our community.

12 Lawrence Township Police Department The Lawrence Township Police Department strives to promote a professional, dedicated and knowledgeable approach to problems that affect our community. The mission of the Lawrence Township Police Department is to develop partnerships with the community to improve the quality of life by practicing pro-active and creative problem solving strategies. We are committed to conducting pro-active policing strategies to reduce crime and the fear of crime in our town. We also wholeheartedly believe in and are committed to promoting the community oriented policing philosophy. As a police department we provide many programs that work in conjunction with the community to strengthen our partnership. Some of these programs include: Neighborhood Watch, Fire and House Checks [for resident who are out of town] Child Safety Seat Installation Community Emergency Response Team Residential Crime Prevention Surveys Community Egg Hunt National Night Out Trunk or Treat Anyone who would like information regarding these programs should contact Brian Caloiaro at (609) A big part of practicing the Community Oriented Policing Philosophy includes addressing quality of life issues that have an impact on the everyday lives of our Township. By allowing these quality of life issues to fester without being addressed, small problems will eventually grow into larger ones which may lead to the increase in crime in out town. That being said, we would like to remind residents of a few Township ordinances that may be beneficial to the quality of life in our community: Motorized Scooters on Public Property: Motorized scooters and pocket bikes are considered motorcycles under the New Jersey motor vehicle law. They may not be registered with the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission. Therefore, it is illegal to operate them on public property, which includes all public roadways, parks and Township property. Anyone having any questions regarding ordinances can contact Lieutenant Bria- Caloiaro at (609) Finally, many times residents have questions on how to obtain a Firearms Purchaser Identification Card and/or a permit to purchase a handgun. For Lawrence Township residents, you may apply at the Lawrence Township Police Department. You must be 18 years old to purchase a rifle or shotgun, which includes BB pellet and black powder rifles. You must be 21 years old to purchase a handgun. Applications and instructions are available at the Police Records window or on the Township website (Lawrencetwp.com/police.) Anyone having further questions regarding Firearms Applications should contact Detective David Burns at (609) or Detective Matthew Grossi at (609) Unregistered Vehicles on Public or Private Property: Lawrence Township Code, Sections and prohibits the outside storage of unregistered vehicles on public or private property for one year. A permit may be issued for vehicles that meet certain conditions. For further information, contact Emergency Management Coordinator Jack Oakley at (609) Prohibited Signs: Lawrence Township Land Use Ordinance, Section 535 prohibits signs from being attached, affixed or painted on trees, fence, utility poles, light posts, attached to other signs, placed upon motor vehicles which are continuously or repeatedly parked in a conspicuous location to serve as a sign. Yard sale signs may be placed on private property but shall not be erected more than seven days prior to such sale. No more than eight signs are permitted and must be removed within 48 hours after sale

13 June 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 MCIA Household and Hazardous Waste Disposal and Electronics Collection Primary Election Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Fireworks Display Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

14 Meetings/Frequently Requested Phone Numbers Frequently Requested Phone Numbers Recycling-Mercer County Improvement Authority (609) Ewing-Lawrence Sewerage Authority (ELSA) (609) Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA) (609) Comcast Cable (609) Lawrence Senior Center (609) Board of Education (609) Lawrence Township Education Foundation (609) Lawrence Branch of the Mercer County Library (609) Lawrence High School (609) Lawrence Middle School (609) Lawrence Intermediate School (609) Lawrenceville Elementary School (609) Slackwood Elementary School (609) Ben Franklin Elementary School (609) Eldridge Park Elementary School (609) Trenton Water Works (609) Aqua New Jersey, INC (609) NJ American Water Company (609) Public Service Electric and Gas (609) Verizon Fios (609) Non-Emergency Fire House Telephone Numbers: Slackwood Fire Company (609) Lawrence Road Company (609) Lawrenceville Fire Company (609) Mercer County Board of Freeholders Ann M. Cannon (609) Anthony Verrelli (609) John Cimino (609) Pat Colavita (609) Samuel Frisby (609) Andrew Koontz (609) Lucylle R.S. Walter (609) Legislators 15th District Senator Shirley Turner (609) Assemblyman Reed Gusciora (609) Assemblywoman Liz Muoio (609) th Congressional District Bonnie Watson Coleman (202) U.S. Senators Cory Booker (202) Robert Menendez (973) Township Website Other information: Township TV Verizon Channel 36 Township TV Comcast Channel 19 Committee Meeting Day Time Alcohol & Drug Alliance 4th Tuesday 5:00 p.m. Affordable Housing 4th Thursday 6:30 p.m. Cable TV On call 7:30 p.m. Construction Board of Appeals Environmental Resources & Sustainable Green Advisory Committee 3rd Wednesday as needed 4th Tuesday 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Growth & Redevelopment 2nd Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Health Advisory On call 6:00 p.m. Historic Preservation 2nd Monday 7:30 p.m. Human Relations Committee 3rd Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Public Safety Advisory 2nd Tuesday (Quarterly) 7:30 p.m. Recreation Advisory 1st Thursday 7:00 p.m. Senior Executive Board 2nd Wednesday 10:15 a.m. Shade Tree Advisory Committee Trails, Open Space & Stewardship Advisory Committee 4th Monday 1st Wednesday 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Nixle is a Community Notification System used to alert residents in real -time for localized emergency situations and relevant community advisories. Using Nixle, Lawrence Township has the ability to keep the community informed and engaged in community events, traffic advisories and emergencies occurring in the Township in real time. Township residents can receive Nixle alerts via text, and voice messaging. There is no charge for Nixle, however, message and data rates may apply through your wireless carrier. To sign up for Nixle alerts please visit the Lawrence Township website.

15 July 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Independence Day Municipal Offices Closed No Trash Collection Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Make Up Trash Collection for 7/4 Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

16 Cat Licenses Domestic Violence CAT LICENSE APPLICATION (September 1 August 31) License No. (Office Use Only) What is Domestic Violence? Owner s Name Telephone Numbers An on going pattern of hurtful, manipulative or controlling activities, including physical, sexual, psychological, emotional and verbal abuse. Owner s Address Being afraid of your partner or spouse. Cat s Name Rabies Certificate Expires Microchip No. NOTICE TO ALL CAT OWNERS - Return this application with Proof of Rabies and Spaying/Neutering certification, if applicable, with the appropriate fee to the address listed below. CASH or CHECK ONLY (Make check or money order payable to: Township of Lawrence) MAIL TO: Township of Lawrence Attn: Municipal Clerk s Office P.O. Box 6006 Lawrence Township, NJ LICENSE FEES - $11.00 if spayed or neutered $14.00 if not spayed or neutered DELINQUENT FEES - $5.00 surcharge plus $1.00 for each month overdue Sex Color M F Address Neutered or Spayed License Fee $ Cash Check FREE RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC FOR CATS AND DOGS Yes No Breed Consider this: Domestic violence is the most common form of violence in our society and the least reported crime. Domestic violence occurs in all socio-economic groups, all religious groups, all races, all ethnic groups, people of all ages and physical abilities. Children who witness domestic violence may display the same emotional responses as children who have been physically and emotionally abused. Children whose mothers are battered are at a higher risk of being neglected, abused or injured. Studies show that as many as a third of high school and college age youth experience violence in their intimate dating relationships. If you know someone who is being hurt, you should do the following: believe her/him, keep what she/he tells you confidential, validate her/his feelings and don t blame the victim. **All Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. ALL CATS (7) SEVEN MONTHS AND OLDER MUST BE LICENSED For details: If you or someone you know is being hurt, you can get assistance from the Lawrence Township Police Department at (609) or Womanspace (609) They can provide support over the phone, additional information about domestic violence, crisis-counseling, shelter for those who are escaping domestic violence, and information about safety planning.

17 August 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday National Night Out Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Leaf Pick Up Tree City USA Leaf Collection Program During the months of November and December the Department of Public Works will provide leaf collection and assign one leaf collection crew to each

Leaves shall be placed ten feet from storm drains. These procedures have been implemented to adhere to the Municipal Stormwater Regulations.

18 Leaf Pick Up Tree City USA Leaf Collection Program During the months of November and December the Department of Public Works will provide leaf collection and assign one leaf collection crew to each brush zone. Brush Collection will be suspended during this time period. Do not place brush at the curb for pickup. Residents should place loose leaves at the curb to be collected. Leaves shall be placed ten feet from storm drains. These procedures have been implemented to adhere to the Municipal Stormwater Regulations. This program is intended to give residents a more efficient leaf removal service while protecting the environment. Lawrence Township Tree City USA Since 1996 The benefits of trees are well recognized. Trees filter particulates from the air helping to clean it, absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen; conserve soil and water; moderate temperatures, shelter homes from strong winds, reduce energy bills, increase privacy and help absorb traffic noise. The positive effects of the trees surpass the negative effects, which can be eliminated or reduce by planting and properly maintaining the right tree species. In 1996, Lawrence Township received the national recognition of Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. To qualify to be a Tree City USA, a community must meet four standards: Tree board or department (Lawrence Township established the Shade Tree Advisory Committee consisting of seven members). Community tree ordinance. Community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2 per capita. Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The Shade Tree Advisory Committee functions include: Please contact the Public Works Department at (609) for any questions or concerns. Recommending to Township Council programs of shade tree improvement, planting and replacement along public rights-of-way. Advising the Planning Board and Zoning Board on applications in regard to tree issues. Recommending to the Planning Board and Zoning Board standards, types and planting specification for shade trees. Advising the Township Council on shade tree concerns on public property. The Shade Tree Advisory Committee programs include: Outreach Program: Power point presentations illustrating the benefits of trees and tree care. Memorial Tree Programs: The Memorial Tree Program offers participants unique way to honor a loved one or to remember a special event by donating a tree for public space in the Township. Trees can grow for a century or more making them enduring, living symbol. The Lawrence Township Shade Tree Advisory Committee encourages residents to plant new trees and to preserve existing ones and welcomes the public to help with its mission. The Committee meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. Additional information about The Shade Tree Advisory Committee and programs can be found at the Lawrence Township website or by contacting Andrew Link, Principal Planner at (609) (alink@lawrencetwp.com).

19 September 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Cat Licenses Due This Month Make Up Trash Collection For 9/ Labor Day Municipal Offices Closed No Trash Collection Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection ` 22 Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection MCIA Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Disposal

or read. Perhaps you will consider participating in the excursions they offer. A nutritious lunch is served by the Mercer County Nutrition Project on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

20 Lawrence Senior Center The Lawrence Senior Center is open to Lawrence Township residents 60 years of age and older. The Senior Center offers a wide range of social, recreational and educational activities as well as a library/lounge where seniors are welcomed to relax, socialize, watch television, play board games or read. Perhaps you will consider participating in the excursions they offer. A nutritious lunch is served by the Mercer County Nutrition Project on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The Lawrence Township Office on Aging publishes a monthly Lawrence Senior Activities and Events Calendar to keep seniors updated on the programs being offered at the Senior Center. The Lawrence Senior Citizen van is available to provide local transportation for Lawrence seniors Monday through Friday. Call the Office on Aging at (609) for more information, transport assistance guidelines and to schedule appointments. The Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Please call the Senior Center at (609) for additional information. Activities, Classes and Programs Acrylic Art Ballroom Dance Bible Class Bingo Bridge Club Bridge Duplicate Busy Bees Choral Group Computers Exercise Healthy Bones Hula Italian Line Dancing Mahjongg Memoir Writing Pinochle Poetry Sculpture Senior Clubs Silk Painting Sewing Tai Chi Watercolor Yoga Events and Socials Lawrence Township Senior Center 30 Darrah Lane East Lawrence Township, N.J Arts and Crafts Show Black History Month Chinese New Year Fall Social Flea Market Holiday Luncheon New Year s Party Older American s Month Program Senior Prom St. Patrick s Day Social Summer Stay Cool Nights Thanksgiving Outreach Valentine s Day Dance Volunteer Appreciation

21 October 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Zone 1 Yard Waste Collection Community Day Columbus Day Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Last Day To Register For General Election 16 Zone 2 Yard Waste Collection Zoning Board Meeting Zone 3 Yard Waste Collection Trunk or Treat Zone 4 Yard Waste Collection

Snow Removal/Snow Plowing/Street Sanding During all snow events causing poor road conditions, the Department of Public Works makes roadway safety its top priority.

This will melt snow, prevent icing and eliminate the need for plowing in minimal snowfalls.

accumulation. This curb to curb method often results in snow in your driveway entrance. The illustration shows how to minimize having your driveway blocked.

22 Snow Removal/Snow Plowing/Street Sanding During all snow events causing poor road conditions, the Department of Public Works makes roadway safety its top priority. When snowfall begins all high-traffic intersection, curves and hills are salted/sanded first. If time provides all roadways are then serviced similarly. This will melt snow, prevent icing and eliminate the need for plowing in minimal snowfalls. With significant accumulation (3 inches or more) roadways are plowed in priority order as follows: Trucks will normally make two initial passes down the center of the street to open it for any emergency vehicles. They will return later to widen curb to curb so that melted snow will run to catch basins preventing flooding and freezing and also to make room to push snow that falls immediately after the first accumulation. This curb to curb method often results in snow in your driveway entrance. The illustration shows how to minimize having your driveway blocked. When you clear your driveway or sidewalks, DO NOT throw snow into the middle of the street. This hinders plowing and impedes the safe flow of traffic. Sidewalks: After the snow has stopped, property owners or tenants have 24 hours to remove snow and ice from sidewalks as per Ordinance #378, this includes entrances to cross walks. In addition, snow or ice from private properties can not be placed into or upon any street or sidewalk in the township. As the holidays approach, the Lawrence Township Police Department encourages citizens to remember to practice good crime prevention when shopping and running errands. Here are several crime prevention tips that can be practiced year round: Safe Shopping Remain alert in parking lots; don t weigh yourself down with so many packages that you aren t aware of your surroundings and personal safety. Try to park in well-lit areas if you will be leaving or returning to your vehicle in the evening. When shopping, hold on to your purse. Do not leave it in the cart, especially when the cart is unattended. When loading your purchases in your vehicle, place purse in the vehicle first, so it is not in the cart while your back is turned. Do not leave your purse or other items of value in plain sight inside of your vehicle. Lock your vehicle and place items out of sight or take items with you, even if you are only leaving your car for a few minutes. Secure packages in your trunk. However, if they must be left in the vehicle, every attempt should be made to place them in a nonvisible location. When loading your vehicle, do not place things on top of our vehicle. Many times people forget them and drive off. Report suspicions activity to the police immediately. Let's work together to keep Lawrence Township a safe place to live, work and play by taking away opportunities for crime.

23 November 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday MCIA Shredding Event Set Clocks Back (Check Smoke Detectors) Election Day Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Veterans Day Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Zoning Board Meeting Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Thanksgiving Municipal Offices Closed No Trash Collection Municipal Offices Closed Trash Will Be Collected Make Up Trash Collection For 11/22 Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Last Day To Register Cat Without A Late Fee Leaf Collection Only - All Zones

Dog Licenses Animal Control Regulations Stray, lost or problems with dogs and cats should be reported to the Animal Control Officer Monday through Friday during regular business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.

In order to keep the open space and playing fields in the parks clean and safe for everyone, dog owners are reminded to adhere to the following township regulations relating to dogs.

accompanied by a responsible individual and controlled by a leash not exceeding ten feet in length. The township has designated a dog park in Village Park at the Yeger Drive entrance.

24 Dog Licenses Animal Control Regulations Stray, lost or problems with dogs and cats should be reported to the Animal Control Officer Monday through Friday during regular business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at (609) Any problems after regular business hours or any emergencies should be reported to Lawrence Township Police at (609) In order to keep the open space and playing fields in the parks clean and safe for everyone, dog owners are reminded to adhere to the following township regulations relating to dogs. All dogs are prohibited from running at large on streets and other public places or on private property, other than that of the owner, or property designated by the township as a dog run unless accompanied by a responsible individual and controlled by a leash not exceeding ten feet in length. The township has designated a dog park in Village Park at the Yeger Drive entrance. Any person who has charge of a dog shall be responsible for the prompt and efficient removal and disposal of the feces of the dog from any public place or private entrance. Please note that violators of these regulations shall be subject to fines as designated in the related ordinances. For additional information regarding animal control regulations please contact the Health Department at (609)

25 December 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Ecological Center Saturday Hours End Christmas Tree Lighting Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Zoning Board Meeting Make Up Trash Collection for 12/25 Leaf Collection Only - All Zones Christmas Eve Municipal Offices Closed Christmas Municipal Offices Closed No Trash Collection Leaf Collection Only - All Zones

Lawrence Township Contacts Municipal Office Affordable Housing (609) 844-7087 Anima

26 Lawrence Township Contacts Municipal Office Affordable Housing (609) Animal Control (609) After 4:30 p.m. (609) Birth Certificates (609) Buildings & Ground Maintenance (609) Business Advocate (609) Clerk s Office (609) Community Development (609) Death Certificates (609) Dog Licenses (609) Ecological Facility (609) Emergency Management (609) Engineering (609) Environmental Health (609) Finance Department (609) FIRE (to report a fire) 911 Flood Plain Delineation (609) Food Licenses (609) Health Department (609) Housing Rehabilitations Program (609) Permits and Inspections Building (609) Curb & Sidewalk (609) Electrical (609) Fire (609) Health (609) Housing (609) Plumbing (609) Street Opening (609) Marriage Licenses (609) Mayor (609) Municipal Manager (609) Municipal Court (609) Nursing Staff (609) Park Reservations (609) Personnel Office (609) Planning Office (609) Police Emergency 911 Police Business (609) (non-emergency) Administrative Office(609) Chief s Office (609) Crime Prevention (609) Criminal Records (609) Accident Reports (609) Detective Bureau (609) Gun Permits (609) Juvenile Section (609) Narcotics Unit (609) Traffic Bureau (609) Public Information (609) Public Works Department (609) Purchasing (609) Recreation (609) Road Division (609) Sanitary Sewer Problems (E.L.S.A) (609) Senior Citizens Center (609) Tax Assessor (609) Veteran, Disabled Persons & Senior Citizens Tax Deductions (609) Tax Collector (609) Vital Statistics (609) Voter Registration (609) WIC Program (609) Zoning Office (609) Mercer County Road Jurisdiction (609) Township of Lawrence Municipal Building 2207 Lawrence Road Lawrence Township, NJ Hours: 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. info@lawrencetwp.com To Report a Police, Fire, or Medical Emergency Dial: 911

28 Township of Lawrence P.O. Box 6006 Lawrence Township, NJ 08648

A current list of Mayor, Clerk and Trustees is located on the village website and posted at the entrance of the hall.

A current list of Mayor, Clerk and Trustees is located on the village website and posted at the entrance of the hall. VILLAGE OF ALHAMBRA NEWSLETTER 602 W. Main Street P.O. Box 309 Alhambra, IL 62001 Phone: 618-488-3505 Visit our Website @ Village of Alhambra.com April, 2018 Contacts The Village of Alhambra welcomes you.