July 16 to July 30, 2010

■WATER RESTRICTIONS
Commissioners have extended water restrictions to Level 2, following reports of low water pressure between the hours of 4 and 8 a.m.

To prevent problems with possible firefighting water pressure demands, the prohibition of outdoor use of water from the borough water system between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. remains in effect every day.

In addition, properties with odd-numbered addresses are allowed to water only on odd-numbered calendar dates and properties with even-numbered addresses are allowed to water only on even-numbered dates. Violators will receive a warning from the borough and potentially a court summons.

■BUDGET UPDATE
The 2010 municipal budget was introduced June 29. A public hearing and consideration on final reading will take place at the commissioners meeting July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall. In addition, a public meeting to discuss the budget and allow residents to ask questions has been set for July 22 at 7 p.m. at borough hall.

■DELAYED TAX BILLS
Due to the budget delay, property tax bills are expected to be mailed the first week of August. The grace period for paying the bills also will be extended.

■GO GREEN!
At the Aug. 3 Planning Board meeting, the Haddonfield Green Team, in conjunction with the Planning Board, will conduct a public discussion on goals and objectives for the Haddonfield Sustainable Community Plan. Any resident, property owner or business owner who has comments or recommendation is welcome to attend and participate. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Sustainable Jersey is a certification program for municipalities that want to go green, save money and take steps to sustain their quality of life.

The program identifies actions the community can take, provides guidance toward achieving those goals and identifies funding opportunities.

■REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
On Aug. 5, the Planning Board will hold a work session where it will invite the Zoning Board, Historic Preservation Commission and Environmental Commission to meet with Heyer and Gruel to discuss the proposed Redevelopment Plan. The public is invited. The meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Borough Hall.

■CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Commissioners on June 29 rejected and authorized readvertisement of three roadwork projects, due to initial bids exceeded the budgeted amount. New bids for projects on Woodland Avenue, Tanner Street and Centre Street were due July 15.

■VACANCIES
Commissioners announced a vacancy on the Environmental Commission and an alternate spot on the Partnership For Haddonfield board. Application forms can be found at the borough’s Web site.

■FABULOUS FIREWORKS
Commissioners wish to thank the Celebrations Committee for another year of spectacular Independence Day fireworks.

■CRAFT FAIR SUCCESS
Commissioners wish to than the Partnership for Haddonfield and a special thank you to the new sponsor, Philadelphia Magazine, for hosting another successful Crafts and Fine Arts Festival, despite the challenge of inclement weather.

■SIDEWALK SALE
Commissioners remind residents that the annual Sidewalk Sale will take place in the downtown district Aug. 5-7 from 5 to 9 p.m. Artists and entertainers will line the streets and local businesses will offer special promotions. In addition, part of Kings Highway will be closed on the 6th for a Rotary Club concert. First Friday events also will take place on the 6th, and commissioners invite everyone to attend.

■PROPERTY TAX REBATE DEADLINE
The deadline to file the 2009 property tax reimbursement application has been moved from June 1 to August 2. Seniors who need more information can call (800) 882-6597 or visit the following Web site:
www.nj.taxation@treas.state.nj.us.

■E-MAIL BLAST REMINDER
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July 2 to July 16, 2010

■CHANGE IN TRASH COLLECTION
Commissioners awarded a one-year contract to Casworth Enterprises Inc. for trash collection in the borough. The new service starts July 1. Services will not be changed in any way. The only difference residents will notice is that different trucks will be making the rounds.  Commissioners made the change after analyzing projected costs over a five-year period, and estimated the borough will save almost $800,000 over that period with the move.
Commissioners also examined keeping the service in-house, but switching to a one-armed truck. This method was also compared to the cost of outsourcing the trash. After all options were reviewed, it was determined that outsourcing the current method would be the best alternative at this time. Bids received also included pricing for recycling, bulk and vegetative waste pick-up. Cost analysis indicated it was financially sound to keep these options in-house at this time.
Commissioners also rejected bids for two trash trucks as, with the decision to privatize the service, the trucks no longer were needed.

■BOROUGH HALL CLOSED
Borough Hall will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. There will be no trash pickup on July 5, but there will be double pickup on July 6.

■JULY 4 EVENTS
The annual Fourth of July fireworks will be held July 4 at the high school beginning at 7:30 p.m. The parade will follow on July 5 at 10 a.m. and stretch down Kings Highway from Chestnut Street to the high school. Donations are accepted through the Haddonfield Celebrations Association.

■SIGN UP TO SERVE
Commissioners announced vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission and the Partnership For Haddonfield board. In addition, anyone interested in serving on the Municipal Alliance Committee is encouraged to contact the borough. Application forms can be found at the borough’s Web site.

■SUMMER MEETING SCHEDULE
Commissioners announced the summer schedule for commission meetings. The only July meeting date is the 27th. In August, the only date is the 24th. Work sessions begin at 3 p.m., with the regular meeting at 7:30 at borough hall.

■PROPERTY TAX REBATE DEADLINE
The deadline to file the 2009 property tax reimbursement application has been moved from June 1 to August 2. Seniors who need more information can call (800) 882-6597 or visit the following Web site:
www.nj.taxation@treas.state.nj.us.

■WATER BILLS MAILED
Water bills have been mailed. Please keep an eye on your mail for the bill.

■BUDGET MEETING
A public hearing on the 2010 budget will be held at the regular commission meeting on July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall.

■TREE REMOVAL SERVICE BIDS
Commissioners authorized the advertisement for bids for tree removal services. After receiving the tree inventory, it was learned that a number of trees in the borough are in critical condition and must come down immediately. Bids are due on or before Thursday, July 22 at 10 a.m. in Room 102 of borough hall.

■HUMAN RELATIONS AWARDS
The Human Relations Commission presented the Alvin R. Schomer Award to two people for their outstanding service to the community in fostering tolerance and diversity and demonstrating leadership and strength of character. Meghan Reed and Gabrielle Melzi were presented the award at the commission meeting.

■ROTARY CLUB CONCERTS
Rotary Club concerts will be taking place Fridays during the summer on Kings Highway. The shows start at 7 p.m. Kings Highway will be closed to through traffic during the performances.

■CRAFTS AND FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
The weekend of July 10-11 will see the Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Arts Festival in town. Portions of Kings Highway and Tanner, Mechanic and Chestnut streets will be closed from 6 a.m. on the 10th through 8 p.m. on the 11th. .

■E-MAIL BLAST REMINDER
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June 19 to July 2, 2010

■WATER/SEWER RATES
Borough commissioners gave final approval to changing the water rates from $4.60 per thousand gallons to $4.70. Sewer service rates were increased from $2.20 per thousand gallons to $2.25. Service fees for separate billings went from $5 to $10. The increases are necessary to fund continued capital improvement projects on the borough’s aging infrastructure.

■SUMMER FUN 2010
The borough’s Summer Fun 2010 schedule has been set. It includes summer reading for kids grades pre-k through 8 at the library, and recreation activities at all three elementary schools. Movie nights will take place at the middle school July 14 and 21. Sports clinics, including baseball, karate, lacrosse, soccer, tennis and track and field, will occur at a variety of venues. Activities for adults include fitness and tennis. Please check the borough’s Web site for details and registration forms. Registration begins on each start date.

■COAH ORDINANCE AMENDED
Commissioners passed on first reading an ordinance that resolves several technical issues regarding the borough’s affordable housing plan. As part of any redevelopment at the PATCO site, a minimum of 50 percent of the square footage shall be for residential use, with a 25 percent affordable housing set-aside. There also is a provision to enforce affordable housing regulations throughout the borough. A public hearing is set for the commission’s regular meeting July 22 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall.

■CLEAN AUDIT
At their June 8 meeting, commissioners accepted the 2009 annual audit, which, for the first time in decades, came back completely clean with no recommendations or findings.

■REDEVELOPMENT MEETING
Heyer and Gruel Associates will present the proposed redevelopment plan for the Bancroft site at a public hearing to be held June 23 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall. Residents are encouraged to attend. Please check the borough’s Web site for details of the plan.

■LIBRARY ROOF REPAIRS
Commissioners accepted a low base bid of $34,376.50 from Tortorice Construction for library roof repairs. Two alternate bids of $275 were included in the package. Repairs will be done to roof drains where they enter drainage pipes, along with spot repairs where necessary on the roof.

■PUBLIC AUCTION
A public auction of 34 bicycles and two garden rakes has been scheduled for June 19 at 10 a.m. in the borough hall parking lot.

■WOODLAND AVE. PROJECT
Commissioners authorized the advertisement for bids to reconstruction all five blocks of Woodland Avenue. The borough received a $450,000 state grant last year for the project. The proposed work includes relocating a portion of the old clay sanitary sewer pipe, the removal and replacement of the water main, installation of a new storm sewer and sump pump collector piping and the removal and replacement of the existing concrete curbing, driveway aprons and asphalt pavement. Bids are due on or before June 22 at 10 a.m. in Room 102 of borough hall. If bids are successful, construction could begin in mid-summer. Each homeowner in the project area is reminded they still are responsible for the water service and sewer lateral from their house to the newly installed house shut-off and cleanout. However, a construction project such as this one is always a good time to consider replacing the remaining older piping.

■CENTRE STREET RECONSTRUCTION
Commissioners also authorized the advertisement for bids to reconstruct Centre Street from Lincoln to Reillywood. An alternate bid has been authorized to replace the water main under one block. Those bids are due on or before June 22 at 10:15 a.m. in Room 102 of borough hall.

■MORE SUMMER FUN
Commissioners approved a number of summer events, and encourage all residents to visit downtown and enjoy these activities:
Fourth of July fireworks will take place on July 4, with a rain date of July 5, at the high school stadium. The parade, though, will take place July 5.
The following weekend, July 10-11, will see the Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Arts Festival. Portions of Kings Highway and Tanner, Mechanic and Chestnut streets will be closed from 6 a.m. on the 10th through 8 p.m. on the 11th.
Rotary Club concerts will take place at Kings Court between 6 and 9 p.m. June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. A portion of Kings Highway will be closed.
The August Sidewalk sale also was authorized Aug. 5-7.
Borough businesses are reminded to check with the borough to ensure they are in compliance with restrictions and have proper permits during these events.

■BANKING SERVICES
After review of proposals from six different banking institutions, the borough has accepted a proposal from Susquehanna Bank for banking services. The borough had previously been with Commerce Bank, which then became TD Bank.

■SUSTAINABLE JERSEY
Commissioners authorized participation in the Sustainable Jersey Municipal Certification Program. According to Sustainable Jersey, it is a certification program for municipalities in New Jersey that want to go green, save money, and take steps to sustain their quality of life over the long term.
Sustainable Jersey:
-Identifies concrete actions that municipalities can implement to become "certified" and be considered leaders on the path to sustainable communities
-Provides clear “how to” guidance and tools to enable communities to make progress on each action
-Provides access to grants, and identifies existing and new funding opportunities for municipalities to make progress toward the actions
-Encompasses the 3 equal, interrelated components of sustainability:
-Prosperity-support your local economy and use community resources
-Planet-practice responsible environmental management and conservation
-People-embrace social equity and fairness.

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June 4 to June 18, 2010

■LIBRARY MEETING
Borough commissioners will host a public forum regarding the future expansion of the library on June 9 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall. The architect will present the findings of the two studies that were conducted. The Library Advisory Committee will present its recommendations for the 7,500-square-foot addition to the existing site. Also participating in the program will be the Library Board and Oak Ridge Consultants, fund-raising experts. Commissioners will consider the presentation, as well as comments from the public and anticipate making a decision shortly thereafter.

■WATER USE RULES ENFORCED
Commissioners have issued mandatory restrictions on the use of water between June 14 and Sept. 6. Outdoor use of water, such as watering lawns, is not allowed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. If conditions deteriorate, an alternate-day schedule may be established. The borough requests your assistance with this conservation effort. Violators will receive a warning from the borough and potentially a court summons.

■PUBLIC WORKS YARD
Commissioners approved at their May 25 meeting a Capital Ordinance appropriating $50,000 to begin remediation at the Department of Public Works Yard after a recent diesel fuel spill was detected. The spill was quickly contained. Once a comprehensive remediation plan is completed, additional fund will be appropriated as necessary. An insurance claim has been submitted to the Environmental Joint Insurance Fund.

■WATER/SEWER RATES
Borough commissioners changed the water rates from $4.60 per thousand gallons to $4.70. Sewer service rates were increased from $2.20 per thousand gallons to $2.25. Service fees for separate billings went from $5 to $10. Second reading of the ordinance and the public hearing will be held at the June 8 commissioner meeting. The increases are necessary to fund continued capital improvement projects on the borough’s aging infrastructure.

■APPOINTMENTS
Commissioners have made a number of appointments to the following groups: the Environmental Commission, Recreation Council, Shade Tree Commission, Planning Board and Senior Citizen Advisory Board. Commissioners thank all of those who volunteer to serve the community. A number of borough positions also were appointed, including: administrator, treasurer, zoning officer, registrar of vital statistics, deputy registrar of vital statistics and auditor.

■TANNER STREET PROJECT
The borough is seeking bids for a utility reconstruction project on Tanner Street. Water and sewer mains will be replaced, along with water services and sewer laterals. The storm sewer also will be reconstructed. The project will impact traffic at the intersections of Haddon Avenue, Euclid and Kings Highway, but work at those areas will be limited to evening hours to lessen the impact. Bids are due June 17 at 10 a.m. at borough hall.

■PRIMARY ELECTION DAY
June 8 is the Primary Election Day in New Jersey. Polling places include: District 1 – Methodist Church, 29 Warwick Road (Welcome Center)
District 2 – Borough Hall, 242 Kings Highway East (Court Room)
District 3 – Crows Woods Building, 993 S. Atlantic Avenue
District 4 – Middle School, Chestnut Street (Gymnasium Rear Entrance)
District 5 – Middle School, Chestnut Street (Gymnasium Rear Entrance)
District 6 – Elizabeth Haddon School, 501 W. Redman Avenue (Art Room Entrance)
District 7 – Elizabeth Haddon School, 501 W. Redman Avenue (Art Room Entrance)
District 8 – Lutheran Church, 204 Wayne Avenue (Parish Hall)
District 9 – Lutheran Church, 204 Wayne Avenue (Parish Hall)
District 10 – Tatem School, 1 Glover Avenue (Music Room Entrance).

■REDEVELOPMENT MEETING
Heyer and Gruel Associates will present the proposed redevelopment plan for the Bancroft site at a public hearing to be held June 23 at 7:30 p.m. at borough hall. Residents are encouraged to attend.

■FLAG DAY
The 22nd Annual Pause for the Pledge and Flag Day ceremonies will be held June 14 at 6:15 p.m. at the flagpole in Kings Court. The Pick-Up Band will perform. The class of 2022 will sing, and the Pledge will be recited.

■A SUCCESSFUL RUN
Borough commissioners congratulate the Canuso Foundation for a successful “The Chicken Runs at Midnight” event. The event took place May 21 and raised funds for a local girl battling leukemia.

■E-MAIL BLAST REMINDER
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May 21 to June 4, 2010

■PUBLIC WORKS CLEANUP
Borough commissioners awarded an emergency contract to Luzon Inc. of Sewell for environmental investigation and clean up at the Public Works Yard after a diesel fuel leak was discovered recently. The fuel spilled into the Cooper River, but was quickly contained. The county Board of Health, state Department of Environmental Protection and CCMUA are working with the borough to remediate the situation. The environmental investigation is expected to help discover the origin of the leak. The borough is moving quickly to analyze the costs associated with containing the spill and correcting issues at the site.

■PARTNERSHIP BUDGET APPROVED
Commissioners approved the 2010 Partnership for Haddonfield budget of $386,357. Partnership goals include an expanded event roster, focusing marketing efforts on the Haddonfield “experience,” business recruitment and retention, networking opportunities and financial incentives for businesses, marketing of the Shophaddonfield Web site, improved lighting and signage, and promotion of the professional community.

■SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
Mayor Tish Colombi presented a $1,000 scholarship award to Dennis Wood, a senior at HMHS. Dennis was named one of three statewide winners in the Louis Bay 2nd Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship Competition. Sponsored by the state League of Municipalities, Wood was recognized for writing a winning essay about Haddonfield’s local government.

■POLICE CONTRACT APPROVED
Borough commissioners approved a four-year contract with police. Highlights include split raises during a calendar year; annual costs of the contract of zero percent the first year, 1.14 percent in the second, 2.31 percent in the third, and 2.59 percent in the final year; a revision of the sick day policy that will incentivize employees to limit sick time and, in turn, reduce overtime costs; and a provision that means that employees will contribute 1 percent of their salary toward the cost of health care by the end of the contract.
n library roof bids sought
Bids to repair the library’s roof have been authorized after the first round of bids came in higher than anticipated. The new bids are due on or before June 3 at 10 a.m.

■VACANCIES
The borough currently has openings available on the Environmental Commission and the Historic Preservation Commission. Anyone interested in volunteering to serve on either commission should visit the borough’s Web site for details.

■MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS
Borough Hall will be closed Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. Also, trash pickup will be pushed to Tuesday, June 1. The borough’s annual Memorial Day Parade is to kick-off at 10 .m. at Chestnut Street, proceeding down Kings Highway to the high school, where a ceremony will follow.

■CHICKEN RUN
A reminder that traffic will be disrupted on Kings Highway from about 10 p.m. to midnight on May 21, as “The Chicken Runs at Midnight” will be taking place at the high school, followed by a run down Kings Highway from the high school to the PATCO station and back. The event benefits Mia Strobel, a local girl battling leukemia.

■FARMERS MARKET
The Farmers Market is now open every Saturday, rain or shine, from 8 a.m. to noon in the Presbyterian Church parking lot on Chestnut Street, off Kings Highway.

■BIDS RECEIVED
The borough has received the following bids and proposals that are being reviewed by the commissioners: seven proposals for banking services, four for engineering services, two bids and one shared service proposal for trash services. Summaries of the pricing provided in the bids and proposals are available on the borough’s Web site.

May 7 to May 21, 2010

■UPDATE ON DOG SITUATION
Having been successful in a court appeal regarding a “potentially dangerous dog” in the borough, commissioners mediated a plan to enhance safety measures beyond the scope of the court ruling. After several months of negotiations, an agreement was reached with the dog’s owner.

The agreement limited the family to two dogs, required a four-foot fence and electric fence, required dogs be muzzled and leashed when off the property, required a second dog which is the subject of a “dangerous dog” hearing in Salem County to be kept out of Haddonfield until the proceeding is complete, offered restrictions on the dogs except when only immediate family members or those who have signed waivers are present, and provided for animal control officer review of the measures.

However, after several residents objected to the compromise, commissioners, who believed the agreement to be an asset to the community, agreed to revisit the plan with the resident.

After additional discussion, the resident rejected the compromise and decided to stick to the original court judgment that applies to a single dog.

■WATER QUALITY REPORT
The borough’s annual Drinking Water Quality Report was mailed on or about April 9. If you haven’t received your copy, contact Public Works at 429-0183. The report also is available at the borough’s Web site.

■SHREDDING SUCCESS
The borough’s recent shredding event resulted in over 7,000 pounds of paper being shredded. Due to the success of the project, another event is set for Oct. 9.

■EARTH DAY WAS GREAT!
Borough commissioners thank the Environmental Commission for a successful Earth Day celebration at Crows Woods.

■LIBRARY ROOF BIDS REJECTED
Bids to repair the library’s roof came in higher than expected, with three base bids ranging from $167,745 to $241,988.

Commissioners rejected the bids and will be revising the project, which will be put back out for bids, as the borough moves forward to fix the roof.

■DOWNTOWN EVENTS APPROVED
Commissioners approved special conditions for three upcoming events: Mom’s the Word on May 1, 2 and 8; the Garden Club’s annual herb sale in Kings Court on May 8; and the Elizabeth Haddon Basketball Tournament on May 1 and 2. The Partnership for Haddonfield will oversee the event. Among the considerations: various food businesses can sell food at tables on the sidewalks and outdoor entertainment is permitted during Mom’s the Word. Also salons are given permission to set up a table in outside their shop to offer manicures, facepainting and/or hairbraiding during special times. The Garden Club can use tables, small wire bleachers and decorations during its event. For more information, contact the Partnership for Haddonfield.

■BID BUDGET AMENDED
Commissioners eliminated salary increases to the three Business Improvement District employees to be consistent with the overall plans of the borough. Also, more money was added to help keep the Information Center open seven days a week. Another public hearing on the $353,681 budget will be held at the May 11 commissioners’ meeting.

■CHICKEN RUN MAY 21
A “chicken run,” relay and family fun festival have been planned for May 21 at Haddonfield Memorial High School. The event will affect traffic in the area and will result in traffic detours and road closures from 10 p.m. through midnight. The event is being sponsored by the Canuso Foundation, which raises money for pediatric cancer research. Details to come in the near future.

■TRASH TRUCK BIDS SOUGHT
The borough is seeking sealed bids for a “rear loader refuse truck” and “automated refuse truck.” The “rear loader” bid is due at 10 a.m. on May 13; the “automated” bid is due at 10:15 a.m. the same day.

■BIDS AWARDED
Commissioners awarded a series of bids:
Ivymont Construction Company of Audubon was awarded a contract for emergency sewer main repairs with the lowest qualified bid of $3,387.
Ivymont also was awarded a contract for water and sewer lateral work with the lowest qualified bid $2,124.

4RO Services.Com Inc. of Cherry Hill was awarded a contract for emergency water main repairs with the lowest qualified bid of $2,676.

April 23 to May 7, 2010

■ HADDONFIELD SHREDS
Don’t miss the borough’s annual, free paper-shredding event on Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. Take your personal, confidential papers, documents with bank account, Social Security, credit card and drivers license numbers and more to One Centennial Square (Archer & Greiner) off Euclid Avenue. Paper clips, staples and rubber bands are OK.
Haddonfield residents only (ID may be required). Call 429-0183 for details.

■ CLEAN COMMUNITY
Beginning Monday, April 5 and ending on Friday, April 30, the Public Works Department will provide special Spring Cleanup.
During that period special trucks will pick up leaves & other yard debris. The leaves may be piled between the curb and the sidewalk without being in containers. Residents must have patience, as it will not be possible to handle the unusually large quantity put out in the Spring on a weekly basis.
This program provides a method for property owners to get rid of the yard debris which accumulates over the winter and for quantities of waste material that are not permitted under the normal collection regulations. It lasts for four weeks. Following the final date listed above the normal regulations regarding trash and brush removal will be reinstated. The week long cleanup is through Lynn McCabe.

■ NEW APPOINTMENTS
Borough commissioners have appointed Sean Leonard to fill the unexpired term of Guy Elzey III in the landlord category of the Partnership for Haddonfield board. The borough thanks Mr. Elzey for his years of service. Also, Justin Walters’ application to the Haddon Fire Company No. 1 has been accepted.

■ COMMUNICATIONS
Borough commissioners have approved the low bid of $7,225 from Elauwit Media for its Communications Services contract. The borough wishes to thank David Hunter of the Gumnut Group for his years of service to the borough handling communication services.

■ FREE RABIES CLINIC
The borough will conduct a free rabies clinic for cats and dogs owned by Haddonfield residents on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot behind the Borough Hall. Owners must produce a current license. Although the deadline for obtaining licenses for 2010 was Jan. 31, licenses will be issued on the spot on April 24.
Late fees will apply. The fees (including late fees) for dogs are $22 (neutered/spayed); $25 (non-neutered/spayed). The fees (including late fees) for cats are $18 neutered/spayed); $21 (non-neutered/spayed). Higher late fees apply after April 30.
Applications for licenses also may be submitted at the Borough hall (Room 101) during regular business hours.
The application form is available at the Borough Hall, Information Center, and Public Library. It may also be downloaded from the Borough’s we site: www.haddonfieldnj.org.

■ EARTH DAY ANNIVERSARY
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day at Crows Woods on April 24. Starting at 10 a.m., stop by and help to clean up Crows Woods.
At 10:30, a forester will guide you through the woods. From 11 to noon, enjoy live music from Dichroic Glass, followed by a free family barbecue.
At 12:30, Sarah Summerville will guide visitors through the beaver habitat.
HMHS Environmental Club projects and seed potting by the Crows Woods gardeners also will be featured, along with much more.
Bring a folding chair or blanket for comfort.
Sponsored by the borough’s Environmental Commission.
Rain or shine.

April 9 to April 23, 2010

■ NEW CHIPPING SCHEDULE
The Public Works Department's new schedule for the chipping of small tree limbs, branches, and brush is now in effect.

During the first FULL week of each month, crews chip vegetative materials on trash/recycling day. (Monday is regarded as the first day of a week, not Sunday.)

For the rest of the month, crews will chip each Friday based on requests received by phone - 856-429-0183 x 0 - Monday through Thursday.

■ SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION
Mailed applications for Mail-In Ballots for the Board of Education election on Tuesday, April 20 must be received by the County Clerk no later than Tuesday, April 13.
Application forms are available at the Borough Hall, Information Center, Mabel Kay Senior Center, and Public Library, and on the Borough's Web site.

The polls will be open from 7am to 9pm. The tally will be recorded at the Borough Hall following the close of polls.

■ FREE PAPER-SHREDDING EVENT
The Borough has arranged for DocuVault Delaware Valley to bring one of its shredding trucks to town on Saturday, April 24 and is inviting residents to take papers they want shredded to the One Centennial Square (Archer & Greiner) parking lot between 9am and 12n. Please enter from Euclid Avenue only.

The service is free, but is for Haddonfield residents only - not businesses. ID may be requested.

Residents should bring only material of a personal or confidential nature (legal and financial documents, and documents that contain bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, driver's license numbers, etc.). Paper clips, staples, and rubber bands need not be removed.

Residents should place regular papers - those that do not contain personal or confidential information - at the curb each trash day, for collection by the Public Works Department.

DocuVault will take the shredded material to its plant in West Deptford, where it will be baled for recycling.

Questions? Public Works Department: 856-429-0183.

■ RABIES IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
The Borough will conduct a free Rabies Immunization Clinic for cats and dogs owned by Haddonfield residents on Saturday, April 24 from 10am to 12n, in the parking lot behind the Borough Hall.

Owners must produce a current license. Although the deadline for obtaining licenses for 2010 was January 31, licenses will be issued on the spot on April 24. Late fees will apply.

The fees (including late fees) for dogs are $22 (neutered); $25 (non-neutered). The fees (including late fees) for cats are $18 (neutered); $21 (non-neutered). Higher late fees apply after April 30.

Applications for licenses also may be submitted at the Borough Hall (Room 101). The application form is available at the Borough Hall, Information Center, Mabel Kay Senior Center, and Public Library, and on the Borough's Web site.

■ COMMUNITY-WIDE SPRING CLEAN-OUT
Each year in the spring, the Borough relaxes its rules with respect to the types and amounts of trash that can be put out for collection by Public Works Department crews. This is in recognition of the fact that spring is a time when many residents clean out their basements, attics, and garages.

For details of "what" and "how much," see the Town Calendar or visit haddonfieldnj.org.
Also, please note: Vegetative waste can be recycled (as compost) and should be placed in green cans or cans with yellow stickers. It should not be placed out as trash. Vegetative Waste will not be picked up in plastic bags.

Spring Clean-Out will end on your regular trash day during the week beginning Monday, April 26.

Questions? Public Works Department: 429-0183.

■ HYDRANT FLUSHING
The Water Department will flush fire hydrants between 9am and 3:30pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays as follows:

• S. of Kings Hwy, W. of Speedline - completed
• N. of Kings Hwy, W. of Speedline - April 13, 14, 15, 16
• N. of Kings Hwy, E. of Speedline - April 20, 21, 22, 23
• S. of Kings Hwy, E. of Speedline - April 27, 28, 29, 30

The purpose is to flush corrosive material from the system. During and for a short time after flushing, water may be discolored. Let your cold water spigots run until the water runs clear. DO NOT run your washing machine until water is clear.

For more information, contact the Water Department - Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm - at 429-0183.

■ NEIGHBOR, SPARE THAT TREE!
Residents are reminded that street trees may be trimmed or removed ONLY by Borough personnel and contractors.

Be safe and sure - call 429-0183 first!

■ BIDS AND PROPOSALS SOUGHT
The Commissioners authorized the advertising of bids for:
• Emergency Sewer Main Repairs - due Thursday, April 15 at 10am;
• Emergency Water Main Repairs - due Thursday, April 15 at 10:15am;
• Water & Sewer Lateral Work - due Thursday, April 15 at 10:30am;
• Library Roof Repairs - due Wednesday, April 21 at 10am; They also authorized the advertising of requests for proposals for:
• General Banking Services - due Thursday, April 22 at 3pm'
• Municipal & Consulting Engineer Services - due Thursday, April 22 at 3:30pm.

Prospective bidders may obtain documents from the Borough Hall, Room 101, or from the Borough Web site.

March 26 to April 9, 2010

March 12 to March 26, 2010

■ BIDS FOR TRASH & RECYCLING
From time to time, the Borough advertises for bids for trash and/or recycling services. This enables the Commissioners to determine whether it is more cost-efficient – all things considered – to continue the current arrangement, through the Public Works Department, or to transfer parts of the operation to a private vendor.

The most recent bids were invited in July 2005. After undertaking a thorough analysis of the bids, the Commissioners at that time decided to keep the services in-house.

Now it is time to invite bids again. Typically, the Borough considers the private alternative when its existing trash trucks are approaching the end of a planned 20-year lifespan. But the older vehicle is not finished its years of service, it then becomes a vegetative waste and/or recycling truck.

The bid document sets out six options, one of which matches the current level of service: each weekday in the business district and one weekday in each of five residential zones. Another option would have the contractor handle residential trash and recycling only, with the Borough remaining responsible for collection in the business district.

If the Borough were to privatize its trash and recycling collection service, Public Works Department employees would still be responsible for picking up white goods (refrigerators, etc.) and vegetative waste.

Preparing the bid documents and evaluating the bids are major undertakings. The cost comparisons are very detailed, taking into account all aspects of personnel costs, equipment purchase and maintenance costs, insurance costs, etc., – not just for the present but for the length of the contract and beyond. (Typically the contract provides for extensions beyond the initial period.)

The Commissioners recognize that privatization would mean that the Borough would no longer have the people and equipment required to perform the services required. Thus, they will want to be convinced that there will be significant savings over the length of the contract, before making the change to a private contractor.

Sealed bids are due on Thursday, April 29 at 10am.

■ CHANGES AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
For many years, a chief, a captain, and two lieutenants have served as the senior officers of the Haddonfield Police Department. When one of the lieutenants retired more than a year ago, the Commissioners decided to not fill the vacancy. In part, it was a cost-saving measure.

Recently, when Captain John Banning became the Department’s new chief, the Commissioners decided to not fill the vacancy in the rank of captain, however, they did reinstate the second lieutenant.

During their meeting on February 23, the Commissioners adopted an ordinance increasing the allowable number of corporals from four to five. During their meeting on March 9, Commissioner Borden will swear in Gary Pierce as Lieutenant, Brian Trippel as Sergeant, and George Custer and Jose Ortiz as Corporals.

■ LABOR ATTORNEY APPOINTED
During their meeting on February 23, the Commissioners appointed Brown & Connery, a Westmont-based law firm, to provide legal services in relation to upcoming labor negotiations.

Two major contracts, representing approximately 45% of the Borough’s annual budget, are due to be negotiated. One is with the Teamsters Local 177 (public works employees); the other is with the Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 328 (rank and file members of the Police Department).

■ HYDRANT FLUSHING
During April, the Water Department will flush fire hydrants between 9am and 3:30pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

For hydrant-flushing purposes, the Borough has been divided into four zones:
1 South of Kings Highway, West of the Speedline
– April 6, 7, 8, 9
2 North of Kings Highway, West of the Speedline
– April 13, 14, 15, 16
3 North of Kings Highway, East of the Speedline
– April 20, 21, 22, 23
4 South of Kings Highway, East of the Speedline
– April 27, 28, 29, 30

The purpose of the program is to flush corrosive material from the system. During and for a short time after flushing, water may be discolored.

February 26 to March 12, 2010

February 12 to February 26, 2010

January 29 to February 12, 2010

January 15 to January 29, 2010

January 1 to January 15, 2010