Municipal Matters: July 16 to July 30
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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