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Hopewell Valley firefighters create protective face shields for fellow first responders By ANDREW HARRISON

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Inside the Union Fire Company and Rescue Squad firehouse are 12 3D printers tasked with creating protective masks for fellow first responders during the coronavirus pandemic. The 3D printers are running day and night at the firehouse in Titusville, having already produced the frames for more than 1,000 assembled clear face shields. Helping spearhead this effort is firefighter Mike Sullivan and his fellow firefighters at the company and Josh Wilson of Hopewell Valley’s Emergency Services. The face shield operation at the firehouse has been aided and began with help from the Hopewell Valley Regional School District, which owns the 12 printers. “Josh (Wilson) and I worked together on this. We went and got 12 printers from various schools in the Hopewell Valley Regional School District. We ended up getting a little filament from each of the schools as to not wipe anybody out by the time we get back to regular school,” Sullivan said. “What that amounted to was about three (one kilogram) spools per printer and a couple of bigger spools.” Each one-kilogram spool of

filament can produce Hamilton, Trenton and 60 face mask frames the Mercer County Sherfor each printer. The iff’s Department, and also filament referenced to personnel at Capital are plastics that melt Health Medical Center and are shaped and in Hopewell and nursing molded. Filament sohomes. lidifies when cooled. “Mostly in Mercer There was an esCounty is where our masks timated plan of creare going. Our main goal ating 3,000 masks is to serve the commuwhen the operation nity that we are in here in began in the beginHopewell and that is really ning of April. our number one directive,” “The biggest Sullivan said. shortcoming we will For the school district PHOTO COURTESY OF MIKE SULLIVAN have to reaching A 3D printing machine produces one of the frames for administration, it was an that number is that a protective mask that is being made by Union Fire easy decision to help aid Company and Rescue Squad members. transparencies (clear the operation from the be“In the morning I get the printface shields) are getting harder ers set up for the day. The crew ginning, according to Superintenand harder to find. We wiped at the firehouse then take the fin- dent of Schools Thomas Smith. out the Hopewell Valley Central ished shields off the printer and “The printers will return to the High School, Timberlane Middle reset the printer for another print district when the project is finSchool and Stony Brook Elemen- until they leave at 6 p.m. Jack ished. The printing filament that tary School of all the transparen- Finnegan another volunteer with was used is relatively inexpensive cy they had,” Sullivan said. “We me he goes down there at night and we already have donations to have a few hundred clear shields and resets them until 10 or 11 replenish what the district providleft and have a few feelers out to p.m. They end up finishing their ed,” he said. get some more, as well as, dona- last print around 1 a.m.” He added that the effort to cretions to purchase some.” ate the protective face shields is The 3D printers run seven The 3D printing machines are days a week. During the week the incredibly important. printing out the frames that go printers will run for 18 hours per “First, it allows the district to on your head and ear coverings, day and on the weekend for 15 give back to our community, in then firefighters are three-whole hours. particular our health care workpunching the clear face shields to Finished protective masks ers and first responders. Second, connect to the frames. have been delivered to police it shows a real life application of A crew at the station during departments, fire company and our 3D printers and how a few the week from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. emergency medical services in individuals can really make a difmonitors the frames as they are Hopewell Township, Lawrence ference,” Smith said. being created. Sullivan is vice president and a Township, Ewing Township,

trustee of the fire company, which he has been a part of for 21 years. The operation to create the clear face protective masks came about after a conversation between Sullivan and Wilson. “Josh (Wilson) and I are friends going back that far and he asked whether there was any personal protective equipment (PPE) over at the Hopewell Valley Central High School since I teach there, specifically looking for face shields,” Sullivan said. “We asked several of the teachers and there were not a lot of face shields available.” Sullivan went on to put in a request to use the 3D printers available. “I put the request in to utilize the 3D printers so we could start making a few of these shields. I also started getting in touch with families in the community who are also printing at home as well,” Sullivan said. “I networked with them shared designs and figured out how we were going approach this operation moving forward.” Sullivan added that since the operation began they have been able to help not only Hopewell first responders but first responders across Mercer County. “When we first started this operation and let the local first responders and hospitals know, they told us the number that they needed and we got it to them. Now we are calling around to figure out who needs these face masks and it is getting further and further from our home base in Hopewell Township.”

Rider University chemistry professors make hand sanitizer for hospitals By LEA KAHN

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Hospitals are having trouble finding enough personal protective equipment, but they won’t have as much trouble finding hand sanitizer, thanks to the efforts of two Rider University chemistry professors. Dr. Jamie Ludwig and Dr. Danielle Jacobs, who teamed up to make hand sanitizer in Rider University’s general chemistry lab, delivered their first batch of hand sanitizer to Capital Health Medical Center in Hopewell Township last week. Jacobs, who is an associate professor of chemistry, urged Ludwig to make hand sanitizer after hearing that businesses, such as distilleries, were converting their facilities to manufacture it. Academic laboratories are also well-suited to make hand sanitizer, using the chemicals on hand. “This is something we should do,” Jacobs said. The chemicals are available in

Rider University’s laboratories, and they are not being used while the university is closed. The recipe to make hand sanitizer is simple and safe, the professors said. It requires mixing ethanol, hydrogen peroxide, glycerol and sterile distilled water – all of which are commonly found in the laboratory. Ethanol, which is a form of alcohol, is the active ingredient in hand sanitizer, said Ludwig, who is an assistant professor of chemistry. Hand sanitizer must contain at least 60% alcohol. If the concentration of alcohol is too low, it won’t kill the virus, Ludwig said. If there is too much alcohol, it loses its effectiveness and evaporates quickly. It can shock the virus without killing it. Hydrogen peroxide is an antibacterial product, and glycerol creates the gel-like consistency that makes hand sanitizer easy to

apply, Ludwig said. It has to be perfect in order to be effective. Although most Rider University faculty are under the stay-athome order issued by Gov. Phil Murphy, Ludwig is allowed to go to the laboratory to check on bacterial cultures for a research project. She volunteered to make the hand sanitizer in the laboratory. Ludwig said the process of making hand sanitizer probably took longer than it should have, but she wanted it to be perfect. It must have the correct amount of alcohol, considering that it is a life-or-death issue, she said. “I hope this (project) will be helpful. Everyone wishes they could do something right now, even just to stay busy and have a purpose,” Ludwig said. Ludwig and Jacobs are not the only Rider University professors who are seeking to be helpful. Dr. John Bochanski, who is

PHOTO COURTESY OF RIDER UNIVERSITY

Rider chemistry faculty produce hand sanitizer in the university’s general chemistry lab which they are donating to local hospitals.

the chairman of Rider University’s Department of Computer Science and Physics, borrowed a 3D printer belonging to Rider to manufacture eight splitters for Capital Health Systems. Through a friend, Bochanski learned of a website that provided access to 3D printer plans to create ventilator splitters. A splitter allows two patients to share a ventilator, which helps them to breathe. Bochanski reached out to Capital Health Systems officials, and

the supply chain director told him that the hospital system could use eight splitters. They would only be used in a worst-case scenario. Although he has met Capital Health Systems’ goal, Bochanski said he would continue to print ventilator splitters. He hopes to deliver them to other hospitals in Mercer County. “This project is really just an example of how we can use the resources we have at Rider University to give back to our communities,” Bochanski said.

Pennington Chinese American Community donates supplies to hospitals, local organizations By ANDREW HARRISON

Staff Writer

The Pennington Chinese American Community (PCAC) rallied together to provide donated personal protective equipment (PPE) to local hospitals and businesses. Annie Yang said a group of 100 Chinese American residents of Pennington volunteered to secure medical supplies for organizations in need. “Using various digital plat-

forms, predominantly WeChat, they created extended networks and rallied their contacts in the U.S. and in China to procure supplies for medical professionals and essential facilities,” Yang said. “Some PCAC members reached out to the organizations and facilities where PPE was needed; other members went to multiple homes to collect the donations that families and friends sent to them from overseas.” She added that some members focused on coordinating the

orders with the suppliers from China in order to donate the PPE to the places that needed them the most. The PCAC collected and donated more than 10,000 masks to area hospitals and organizations, which include the Capital Health Medical Center in Hopewell, Saint Francis Medical Center in Trenton, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Hamilton, Pennington Fire Company Station 51, Pennington First Aid Squad EMT, Trenton Area Soup

Kitchen and one local grocery store. “The contribution of masks was well appreciated by the recipients. The PCAC also posted at Nextdoor (a social networking service) to look after our neighbors to help and support each other in essential needs,” Yang said. “By working together and looking after each other, we can fight and win this invisible war. The PCAC hopes every community stays safe and healthy.”

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• The following performances by the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra are postponed: • Scores: Made in Princeton (April 26) • Brahms, Vivaldi & Beethoven (May 1–3) • Family: The ‘New World’ Symphony and Beyond! (May 9) • The town-wide garage sale in Cranbury, planned for April 25, is canceled. • The Spirit of Princeton’s Annual Memorial Day Parade, scheduled for May 23, has been cancelled. No decision has been made yet as to Spirit of Princeton’s Flag Day ceremony scheduled for June 15. For more information, call 609-430-0144 or visit www. spiritofprinceton.org/ • Cranbury canceled its Memorial Day Parade, which was scheduled for May 25.

Sun., May 3

Fill In The Blank. Exhibit by Chanika Svetvilas. May 3-27. Opening reception and Artist Talk. May 3, from 2-4 p.m. Plainsboro Library, 9 Van Doren St., Plainsboro. For more information, visit Plainsborolibrary. org. Historical and architectural walking tours of Cranbury. The tour is approximately two hours long, covering the history and architecture of the oldest founded village in New Jersey (1697). A contribution of $7 per person is suggested; proceeds go to the Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society. 2 p.m. Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place E., Cranbury. To register, call tour guide Richard Moody at 609-819-1359. NAMIWalks Mercer County. Route Distance 5K. In 2020, NAMIWalks celebrates 18 years of NAMIWalks, the nation’s largest series of mental health awareness and fundraising events. NAMIWalks is a fun, family-friendly event and there is no cost to register. Check-in: 1 p.m. Start time: 2 p.m. Educational Testing Service, Princeton. For more information, call 609-799-8994, ext. 13 or visit www.namiwalks.org.

Wednesday, May 6

New Jersey State Button Society meeting. Mercer County chapter. Open to all. Free. 7 p.m. Lawrence headquarters of Mercer County Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence. For more information, call 609883-8292 or email buttonsinnewjersey@ gmail.com.

Friday, May 8

To share “Art While Apart,” HomeFront’s ArtSpace is creating an exhibition called “Small Works from Big Hearts.” At first, it will be online only, but the expectation is to have an actual exhibit later this year. Artists can join ArtJam and HomeFront artists to create artwork which will be donated to HomeFront for sale with 100% of proceeds benefitting ArtSpace programs. Art may be submitted through May 8. View a sneak peek of submissions through May 10 when the complete exhibition goes live at www.artjamnj.org For information, full details and prospectus, visit artjamnj.org/smallworks-from-big-hearts-exhibit-call-for-art. Email questions to RuthannTraylor, director of ArtSpace, at RuthannT@homefrontnj.org

Sat., May 9

JoJo Siwa D.R.E.A.M The Tour. Tickets: $69.50, $49.50, $39.50 (prices include $4 facility fee). Parking: $15 (cash only). 6 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. event starts. Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Ave., Trenton. To buy tickets, visit tinyurl.com/rszdlv4. “Shell: Treasures of the Sea.” New Jersey State Button Society show and competition. Admission: $5 ($10 per family). 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Union Fire Company, 1396 River Road, Titusville. For more information, visit newjerseystatebuttonsociety.com.

Mon., May 11

Princeton PFLAG meeting. PFLAG is a support group for families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. Welcome a local Lutheran pastor for a discussion of LGBTQ+ support within the faith community, which will be followed by peer-facilitated discussion and information sharing in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental setting. Refreshments. Newcomers welcome. Serving Central New Jersey and beyond. 7-9 p.m. Trinity Church, 33 S. Mercer St., Princeton. Visit pflagprinceton.org for more information.

2020 Golf & Tennis Outing. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Golf Registration begins at 10:30 a.m., Lunch at 11 a.m., Shotgun start at noon. Forsgate Country Club, 375 Forsgate Drive, Monroe Twp. Tennis Tournament Information: Lunch and Tournament at Cherry Valley Country Club. Includes focus warm up with the tennis professionals, doubles round robin & lunch. Plus The Final Match at Forsgate Country Club along with networking reception with two hour open bar & hors d’oeuvres, dinner with prizes & players gifts. For more information, call 609-924-1776 or visit princetonmercerchamber.org/events.

Tues., May 12

The History of Secession. This past summer, LWV of the Greater New Brunswick Area (LWVGNBA) sponsored two high school social studies teachers to attend a program at Harvard where they learned how to use the Harvard Case Method Project to teach history. The presentation will be led by Robert Fenster of Hillsborough High School and James Washburn of Montgomery High School. Members of the community are welcome. Registration is required. 7 p.m. Hillsborough High School, 466 Raider Blvd., Hillsborough. To register, email Steve Lax at zevson2004@verizon.net with name and email address and put “Hillsborough Harvard Case Study” in the subject line to assure a spot.

Wed., May 20

Board of Trustees meeting. All meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month otherwise noted. 7 p.m. Princeton Public Library, second floor Conference Room, 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton. 2020 Barbara Boggs Sigmund Awards. Womanspace announces its 2020 Barbara Boggs Sigmund Awards Honoree, Elizabeth Smart, child abduction prevention advocate and victim of childhood abduction. The abduction of Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Princeton Marriott, 100 College Road E., Princeton. For tickets, visit tinyurl.com/qmugg3t.

Wed., May 20 – Sat., May 23

Cirque Du Soleil. Crystal is not just an ice show, it’s the very first experience on ice from Cirque du Soleil. Watch world-class ice skaters and acrobats claim their new frozen playground with speed and fluidity as they challenge the laws of gravity with neverbefore-seen acrobatics. This show is suitable for all ages. Tickets: Start at $48 adult, start at $35 children ages 2-12 (additional fees may apply). Parking: $10 (cash only). Doors open one hour prior to show. 7:30 p.m. event starts. Cure Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Ave., Trenton. To buy tickets, visit tinyurl. com/tgl4qkq.

Saturdays and Sundays, May 23-24; May 30-31; June 6-7

NJ Renaissance Faire. The faire has always had a soft spot for the little guy, and this season follows Will Scarlett, nephew of Robin Hood (he will be there too, with Maid Marion), pursued by the Sheriff of Nottingham, and defended by the Merry Men and Women of Sherwood Forest. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Road, Bordentown. For more information, visit NJRenFaire.com, YouYube.com/NJrenfaire and Facebook.com/NewJerseyRenFaire.

Mon., June 1

The Dr. Esther Wollin Memorial Scholarship Fund offers a scholarship opportunity available to Jewish female students who reside in the Princeton Mercer Bucks community. Monies from Dr. Wollin’s estate were designated to grant a college scholarship to eligible Jewish female full-time students who will be, or are already attending Rutgers University and raised by their Jewish mother in a single-parent household in the Princeton Mercer Bucks Community. Eligibility is based on financial need. Submission deadline is June 1. For more information or to apply, visit www.JFCSonline.org, or contact Joyce at 609-987-8100 or JoyceW@JFCSonline. org. Offered by Jewish Family & Children’s Services of Greater Mercer County.

Mon., June 9

Princeton PFLAG meeting. PFLAG is a support group for families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. Peer-facilitated discussion and information sharing in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental setting. Refreshments. Newcomers welcome. Serving Central New Jersey and beyond. 7-9 p.m. Trinity Church, 33 S. Mercer St., Princeton. Visit pflagprinceton.org for more information.

Thurs., June 18

Women of Achievement Awards Breakfast. The annual Women of Achievement Awards recognize women in the Princeton Mercer Region for their unique contributions and activities in their fields of interest, who through their work and determinations have successfully attained the respect of their peers and the acknowledgment of the business community. Tickets: Members: $50; Future Members: $65; Full Table of 12: $600. 8 a.m.-10:30 a.m. TPC Jasna Polana, 4519 Province Line Road, Princeton. 609-9241776. Clean Up Weekend in Cranbury. This is the weekend to dispose of large household items that are too large to fit into the trash bin, or unwanted items not worthy of donating. No household trash, construction from contractors, household hazardous waste, paint or carcasses will be accepted.

Sun., June 28

Historical and architectural walking tours of Cranbury. The tour is approximately two hours long, covering the history and architecture of the oldest founded village in New Jersey (1697). A contribution of $7 per person is suggested; proceeds go to the Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society. 2 p.m. Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place E., Cranbury. To register, call tour guide Richard Moody at 609-819-1359. Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Portraits of a National Treasure. The exhibit will feature images which capture the beauty and landscapes of New Jersey’s Pinelands National Reserve by photographer Albert Horner, and artifacts from the NJ State Museum’s collections which tell some of the stories of the land, animals, people and industries that make the reserve a state and national treasure. NJ State Museum, 205 W. State St., Trenton. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y2qgvkqs.

Mon., July 13

Tues., July 14

Disney Institute 2020. The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton will host Disney Institute: Disney’s Approach To Leadership Excellence. This course is based on a time-tested approach demonstrated by leaders. They’ve learned that leaders who intentionally nurture an environment of mutual trust and respect tend to drive stronger employee performance, which leads to exceptional customer service—and ultimately— improved business results. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Robert Wood Johnson Conference Center @ RWJ Fitness & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road. To register, visit tinyurl.com/uy8oxey.

Fri., July 24- Sun., 26

The New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning and PNC Bank are inviting New Jersey students in grades 2-12 to take part in the 17th annual PNC Bank “American Patriot Essay Contest” by writing a short essay on the topic “What the American Flag Means to Me.” The Grand Prize winner will receive the opportunity to take a ride in a 75-foot-tall hot air balloon in front of their classmates at their school in June and then fly in one of the 100 hot air balloons at this year’s 38th annual balloon fest, scheduled Solberg Airport in Readington. Entries should be mailed to Essay Judges, New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning, 363 Route 46 West, Suite 200, Fairfield 07004; or emailed to pncessay@ balloonfestival.com. Entries should include the student’s name, grade and age; the school name, address and telephone number; and the name of their teacher and the teacher’s school email address. The deadline to enter is May 1. Additional information may be found at www.balloonfestival.com/pncessay.

Fri., August 7

Watch an artist create a masterpiece before your eyes. Part art studio, part rock group, part creation lab, Artrageous takes audiences on a visual journey and high-energy ride of inspiration, creativity and engagement, paying tribute to a variety of art forms, icons and musical genres. It’s a frenzy of movement and color as lines and brush strokes appear on giant canvasses, culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. 7 p.m. Aug. 7, Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. Tickets are $30-$40.

Sat., August 8

Relive the experience of a live Motown concert, circa 1964, during “Shadows of the ’60s.” For all ages. 8 p.m. Aug. 8, Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. Tickets are $30-$40.

Mon., August 11

Through Sun., Sept. 13

“Fine Feathered Friends: Birds as Mainstay and Muse.” The New Jersey State Museum is pleased to announce a new exhibition that brings the fun of birdwatching indoors through nearly 200 rarely seen artifacts and specimens exploring birds as an ecological mainstay and their role as a design-inspiring force, or muse, for New Jersey artisans. Free. Museum hours: 9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Tuesday – Sunday. Auditorium galleries hours: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday – Friday. For information, visit statemuseum.nj.gov.

Mon., Sept. 14

Mon., Oct. 12

Mon., Nov. 10

Mon., Dec. 14

Princeton PFLAG meeting. PFLAG is a support group for families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. A presentation and discussion with a panel of Princeton University LGBT Center Peer Educators, who will share their stories, answer questions, and discuss LGBTQ+ life at the university. PFLAG provides support for families, friends and allies of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals in a safe, confidential and non-judgmental setting. Refreshments. Newcomers welcome. Serving Central New Jersey and beyond. 7-9 p.m. Trinity Church, 33 S. Mercer St., Princeton. Visit pflagprinceton.org for more information.

Continuing events

Co-Dependents Anonymous Step Study Meeting. CoDA is a fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. Meetings are held every Friday evenings. The 24 Club, The 1860 House, 2nd floor, 124 Montgomery Road, Skillman. For more information, email fridayeveningcoda@gmail.com.

VFW Meetings: Monthly meetings of the Hillsborough Memorial VFW Post 8371 are held the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the Somerset County Hillsborough Senior Center, 339 S. Branch Road. The post’s mission is Veterans and Military Support, Youth Scholarship Activities and Community Service. All veterans with foreign service are welcome as members to assist the post in achieving its mission. For information regarding membership, post activities or the youth scholarship programs, contact Commander Tom Cellilli via phone or text at 908-255-3669.

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Continued from Page 2A Alzheimer’s caregiver support group: Following the guidelines of the Alzheimer’s Association, the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group is “a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to meet and develop a mutual support system.” The group meets the first Monday and second Wednesday of each month at the Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 651 Country Club Road, Bridgewater. All are welcome.

n the spring of 2019, Dr. Craig Gronczewski, the chair of Emergency Services at Penn Medicine Princeton Health, was focused on operational improvement at the hospital that had become part of the University of Pennsylvania Health System in January 2018. With an MD from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Craig’s imperative one year ago was, in his words, “implementing clinical best practices, positioning the emergency department towards a frontier in operational effectiveness, and putting patient experience front and center.” Among other things, the doctors and administrators had completed the integration and implementation of a new state-of-the-art electronic medical records system for the entire campus. Although extremely complex and important to the internal workings of the hospital, the initiatives proceeded without any notice from the outside world. In the spring of 2020, Dr. Craig Gronczewski, still the emergency room chair, as well as the just appointed associate chief medical officer of Penn Medicine Princeton Health, was focused on one thing only: stopping the devastation of COVID-19, a crisis being noticed by – and inescapably jarring – the outside world. The current COVID situation, he said, is unlike any other operational or medical challenge he has faced since he started working 20 years ago. “I want to emphasize the seriousness of this virus. It is not just the flu. I bristle when I hear that from people. … This disease attacks the body in unprecedented

Free weekly support groups: Carrier Clinic hosts free weekly support groups on the campus throughout the year. These support programs include: Weekend Codependency Program, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bright Futures for Kids, Sundays, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Parents Support Group, Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Mood Disorder Support Group, Thursdays, 7:30-9:15 p.m. For more information about these or other services and programs available at Carrier Clinic, visit CarrierClinic.org or call 908281-1513. For more information, visit CarrierClinic.org/WhatToDo. Midweek meals: The Wednesday midweek meals held in Asbury Hall, at the United Methodist Church of Bound Brook, have started back up. All seniors are invited for a full course meal for $4. Bring friends and family to enjoy a meal and fellowship. Pop Warner: Calling all 5-7 year olds. Hillsborough Dukes Pop Warner is offering free Flag Football registration to first time playSee CALENDAR, Page 5A

ways. No one should underestimate the destructive power of COVID-19. “When I go home and actually have time to think for a minute about my own feelings – my own family – I get to process the emotional impact this pandemic has had on our frontline workers. Despite the feelings of anxiety and exhaustion that may sometimes set in, my colleagues and I still go on. As Nelson Mandela once said, ‘Courage is the triumph over fear.’ I’ve been absolutely moved by all the courageous healthcare workers that I’ve been honored to work alongside. I know of physicians and nurses who are home with COVID-19, and they ask me when they can get back to caring for patients once they’ve recovered. Their commitment is humbling. “Fighting back on the outbreak has been the most important and demanding part of my career. It’s also helped me define my purpose. This is why I am here. This is what I trained for in emergency medicine. This is why I went into emergency medicine. … On one hand, no one signed up for this. But on the other hand, this is exactly what we – all of these incredible people working with me – signed up for. It is no random reason why we are here doing this. Our skills, our values, our personalities brought us to these jobs in the first place. So yes, the scope of this crisis is unimaginable, but our ability and desire to deal with it is why we are here.” Craig reported that recently he has seen a leveling of new COVID-19 cases. Four weeks ago, the forecast for hospitalizations ranged from challenging to unmanageable for New Jersey. Now it is challenging, but manageable.

“Princeton Medical Center and Penn have amazing leadership. The hospital has been and remains well positioned to manage it all. The deaths however, no matter the final count, will remain too many.” The goal in our community is to flatten the curve. The goal in the hospital, Craig said, is to stay ahead of that curve, regardless of what its eventual shape may be. “We will never let our guard down. We will continue to prepare for the future in terms of operational strategy and equipment. The use of a tent outside of the emergency room to screen for and isolate people with respiratory ailments has worked very well for the hospital as a way to mitigate the risk of exposure to staff and patients. After all, we still must be ready to treat other medical situations, i.e., childbirth, fractures, strokes, heart attacks, cancer-related emergencies.” Sept. 11, 2001 (9/11), changed emergency medicine in a profound way, Craig said. 9/11 occurred the first year he was in practice. From that point on, the training for a mass casualty incident, whether caused by man or nature, has been all Craig has known. COVID-19 is mass casualty, but one that lasts – not a day, not a week, not a month, but many, many months. “Some researchers are saying we have a very long way to go. And until we have a vaccine for this particular virus and even after, we never can be complacent as far as preparations. Who knows when the next strain will infect communities around the world?” He asked the community to do its part as far as responding to COVID-19. “It sounds cliché at this point, but hand washing, social distancing and masking are crucial.

Dr. Craig Gronczewski, chair of the emergency room at Penn Medicine Princeton Health.

“We never can let our guard down. This COVID-19 pandemic experience will change emergency medical preparedness similarly to the way 9/11 transformed emergency medical preparedness. Hospitals throughout the country from this point forward will be better prepared as far as equipment, training and operational strategies.” One year ago, I contacted Craig, with whom I worked several years ago at Princeton HealthCare System, when he wrote a column for the Princeton Packet about summertime preparedness. Summertime, he warned, is a time when emergency room visits spike – with patients suffering medical crises from heat exhaustion, fireworks, severe sunburn, bites and stings, poison ivy and drowning. I texted him to say thank you for the good advice. Now I want to text everyday to say in all caps THANK YOU to him and his co-workers for their inspiring efforts. I really look forward to the time when I am texting him, once again, about sunburns.

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Reﬂecting on the 50th anniversary of Earth Day

ifty years ago, people took to streets and campuses across America to sound the alarm on pollution and demand stronger environmental pro-

tections. The occasion was the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, an idea conceived by U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson after witnessing the ecological damage caused by a massive oil spill in California the year before. Across the country, an estimated 20 million people celebrated the inaugural Earth Day by taking part in cleanups, teach-ins, lectures and peaceful demonstrations. In New Jersey, the state officially launched the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The journalist Peter Benchley (who went on to write “Jaws”) reported at the time, “Earth Day has accomplished what no individual or organization has been able to do in years – the unification of large and diverse segments of the American populace in common purpose.” Over the last 50 years, Earth Day has become a spring ritual, a time to teach children about the environment, plant trees and gardens, pick up litter in parks and on beaches, renew calls for environmental protection and look for ways to live more sustainably. This year, Earth Day will be a subdued occasion due to the coronavirus pandemic. Schools are closed and organized cleanups and public celebrations – like the one planned in Trenton for the DEP’s 50th anniversary – have been postponed. But it’s worth taking a moment to remember Earth Day’s roots as a common cause uniting all people – young and old, conservative and liberal, urban and rural. We all need clean air, clean water and lands capable of supporting life. Fifty years after the first Earth Day, however, protecting the environment is anything but a nonpartisan cause. In Washington, D.C., the push for environmental rollbacks

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has been unrelenting, even as the nation’s attention has been focused on battling COVID-19. Proposed rollbacks include weakening automobile fuel efficiency standards, loosening controls on toxic ash from coal plants, relaxing restrictions on mercury emissions, eliminating some protections for migratory birds, and weakening the consideration of climate change in environmental reviews for most infrastructure projects. All told, these rollbacks could significantly increase greenhouse gas emissions and lead to thousands of more deaths from poor air quality every year, according to a report by New York University Law School’s State Energy and Environmental Impact Center. Given the threat to our health from COVID-19, we can ill afford to roll back regulations that protect the public from the impacts of pollution. Fortunately, New Jersey has a long history of bipartisan efforts to protect our air, water, land and wildlife. Gov. Phil Murphy and his administration have firmly demonstrated their commitment to protecting our environment through enforcement actions against polluters, tackling climate change and charting the course toward 100% clean energy by 2050. And just last week, the DEP finalized stronger protections for 600 miles of rivers and streams throughout the state. Many of these new Category 1 streams are part of river systems that supply drinking water to millions of residents and support a diversity of wildlife. Amid the human tragedy caused by the coronavirus, one side effect of shutdowns and stay-at-home orders has been a cleaner environment. Due to fewer vehicles on the road, decreased air traffic and industries operating at lower capacity, air quality around the world has improved. Water quality has also gotten better. “The coronavirus is obviously not a good thing and this catastrophe is not the way any reasonable person would

plan on having the world lower its carbon footprint,” said Robert Routh, an attorney with the Clean Air Council, in an interview with PBS station WHYY. “But if anything, it should demonstrate that climate change is driven by human activity and our actions and behaviors, on a wide scale, affect emissions.” Why not put the right plans and policies in place to transition our electric, transportation, building and industrial sectors away from fossil fuels to clean sources of energy? This would rapidly and significantly reduce the emissions that harm our health and climate. Investing in a clean energy economy would also create thousands of good, local jobs and help put people back to work. Why not focus on banning harmful chemicals worldwide, reducing all but essential plastics, conserving energy and raw materials every day, restoring forests on a massive scale and restoring soils using non-chemical agriculture? Why not take action now on climate change and climate mitigation to decrease impacts on populations most vulnerable to sea level rise, drought and famine? The COVID-19 crisis has demonstrated the critical importance of taking proactive and comprehensive measures to protect our health and our families. It is critical to protect the lands and waters that are essential to our health and quality of life, and to maintain and strengthen the laws and regulations that protect us from the harmful effects of air and water pollution. The original idea behind the first Earth Day 50 years ago still rings true today. Citizens can take action today and make sure elected officials at all levels hear this call. For our health and our planet’s health, let’s make every day Earth Day! Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hills. She may be reached at info@njconservation.org

By David J. Herman, M.D.

Frequently Asked Questions: COVID-19

s the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have questions about the virus, which has touched communities near and far, including here in Central New Jersey. Doctors and scientists around the globe are working nonstop to learn as much as they can about COVID-19, and while there is still much they don’t know, a lot is known. Q. What is COVID-19 and how does it spread? A. COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can spread from person-to-person in a fashion similar to that of other respiratory viruses. You can get the virus from inhaling particles sprayed into the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, especially if you are within six feet of an infected person. You can also get the virus from touching a surface that an infected person coughed or sneezed on and then transferring the virus to your body by touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Q. What are the symptoms? A. Symptoms of the virus can be very similar to other seasonal respiratory infections like colds and influenza. Most commonly these include fever, muscle aches, cough and difficulty breathing. Most people with COVID-19 have only mild flu-like and respiratory symptoms, which can be managed at home. However, some people may develop severe pneumonia and breathing problems that require hospitalization. Some people may experience diarrhea. Another common symptom is loss of taste, though loss of taste may occur with other viral infections as well. Q. How is COVID-19 different from the ﬂu? A. Though both are respiratory viruses causing similar symptoms, COVID-19 is far more lethal than the flu. According to the New Jersey Department of Health, as of April 6, an estimated 5.5% of reported COVID-19 cases globally had died. In the United States, an estimated 4% of

patients with COVID-19 infection have died. By comparison, seasonal flu generally kills about 0.1% of those infected. Q. Am I at risk? A. At this time, COVID-19 is widespread throughout many communities within the United States. You may be particularly at risk for getting the virus if you have traveled to an area with widespread transmission or live in an area of the country with a particularly high number of cases. You should discuss with your primary care doctor if you are concerned about exposure to people with known COVID-19 infection, or if you have symptoms such as fever and cough or shortness of breath. Older adults (especially over age 60) and those with chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension and lung disease are at highest risk for getting pneumonia and requiring hospitalization from COVID-19. Patients with conditions that result in weak immune systems (from steroids, cancer drugs, HIV, organ or bone marrow transplants, etc.) may also be more susceptible to developing serious complications of infection. It is not known if pregnant women are at higher risk of problems from COVID-19; however, it is always important for pregnant women to protect themselves from illnesses. Q. How can I stay safe and keep my family safe? A. At present, there are no available vaccines to prevent COVID-19 infection, or treatments to cure this infection. However, research and clinical trials are being done to create a vaccine and study possible drugs that have activity against the virus. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus by following these guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

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• Stay home as much as possible. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. • Practice social distancing: Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay at least six feet away from other people. • Clean and disinfect high-touch objects and surfaces (counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and bedside tables, light switches) using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. • Wear cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies) especially in areas of significant community-based transmission. Face coverings serve more to prevent people from spreading the virus to other people than from protecting the wearer from acquiring infection. Q. I feel ﬁne, why do I need to stay home? A. Infected people can transmit the virus to others before showing symptoms, which means you could be spreading the virus without even knowing it. To slow the spread and protect the capacity for New Jersey’s healthcare system for the state’s most vulnerable, the state has directed all residents to stay home until further notice. The order provides for certain exceptions, such as: • Obtaining essential goods or services, • Seeking medical attention, • Visiting family or close friends (should only be done if essential), • Reporting to work, and • Engaging in outdoor activities. In addition, all gatherings of individuals, such as parties, celebrations, or other social events, unless otherwise authorized, are prohibited. When in public, individuals must practice social distancing and stay at least six feet apart whenever possible, excluding immediate family members, caretakers, household members, or romantic partners. Individuals must use a face covering when shopping at essential retail businesses, entering a restaurant or bar to pick up takeout orders, and when traveling on train, bus, light rail or paratransit vehicle. Q. What should I do if I develop symptoms? A. Stay home and call your healthcare provider. They will help decide if you need further evaluation or testing. If you are not sick enough to be hospitalized, you can recover at home and avoid exposing or infecting others. Call 911 if you develop these signs: • Difficulty breathing • Lasting pain or pressure in the chest • New confusion or failure to stay awake • Bluish lips or face As the effects of COVID-19 are felt throughout Central Jersey, Penn Medicine Princeton Health remains committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive care to the community 24/7. To learn more, visit www.princetonhcs.org. David J. Herman, MD, is board certified in infectious disease and internal medicine. He is the chairman of the Infectious Diseases Committee at Penn Medicine Princeton Health.

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McCarter Theatre to lay off majority of full-time and seasonal staff in May By.Andrew.Harrison Staff Writer

The coronavirus pandemic has forced layoffs at several not-for-profit organizations in Princeton, which includes the McCarter Theatre Center. The theater’s Board of Trustees and management

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announced on April 17 that they were laying off a majority of full time and seasonal staff as of May 15. “We will continue to provide health insurance for those impacted employees through June. We also have been able to meet our obligations to the artists involved with the productions

and performances that were canceled this season,” said Robert Caruso, president of McCarter Board of Trustees. “With no clear timeline for restarting performances, and the general uncertainty about the length of social distancing, we believe it is best to focus on the long-term health of the organization.”

He added that the financial steps they take at this time are vitally important to securing the organization’s future. “We believe these difficult but necessary decisions will put us in a stable position when we are able to resume our programming and bring audiences back to McCarter

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carpenters and house services staff. Since the coronavirus pandemic canceled the rest of the 2019-20 season for the theater, the not-for-profit has developed an online portal to engage supporters and audiences through McCarter@ Home, a virtual classroom and performance space.

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hile we are contending with COVID-19, we have another, potentially more devastating crisis looming, one that we are already well into. This is, of course, the climate crisis that has been impacting much of the world for a number of years now. Our primary source for measuring global climate trends, NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) has measured that January was the planet’s warmest one in recorded history, last February was the second-warmest February, and March was also the second warmest March on record. What NOAA is informing us of is that we are in a “longterm warming trend.” Why does NOAA use the word “trend”? Because its measuring has revealed that last month was the 44th consecutive March, and the 423rd month, with temperatures above the 20th century average. The average temperature over both land and ocean surfaces was 2.9 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than the 20th century average. Only March 2016 was warmer. In fact, 2016 remains the hottest year on record. Elsewhere around the globe, South America experienced its warmest March on record. Parts of Europe, Asia, and Australia all saw hotter-than usual temperatures in March. In the states, the East and South saw warmer-than-usual temperatures in February, and Florida experienced the warmest-ever March. In contrast, California saw cooler-than average temperatures in March, while Alaska had its coldest January through March since 2012. Nonetheless, bordering Alaska, the Arctic ice shrank to its 11th least extent ever. Usually March sees a year’s greatest expansion of sea ice, but this year the ice footprint was “small.” Continuing the globally variability, the area covered by Antarctic sea ice was “average.” But again, the global average temperatures were near record levels, and the likelihood is that 2020 will be the warmest since record-keeping began in 1880. A second, related trend has also been underway. A new study reported by the Associated Press Health and Science Department found that much of the western United States has been baking in an “emerging megadrought.” It has existed h now for two decades and is one of the deepest droughts in r 1,200 years. It is the first one experienced in recorded U.S.

in the months ahead,” Caruso said. “With the support of our community, we look forward to the day when our stages come alive, and we can gather once again to create the human connections we so desperately need and desire.” The theater’s staff includes costume makers, stage technicians, sound engineers,

history. The states experiencing this extended dryness are: California, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Idaho. Strangely, Wyoming does not have large areas suffering from drought. Although last year, 2019, was unusually wet, with floods covering much of the middle of the country, the moisture in the west was not nearly enough to compensate for the years of drought. Scientists have studied thousands of tree rings to compare this drought, which started in the year 2000, with the four other megadroughts which started in the year 800. The largest prior drought started in 1575, 10 years after the founding of St. Augustine, the first European city in the New World, and ended just before 1620, when the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock. Recently, water managers have warned that this year the Rio Grande River flow will be less than half of what is normal. Also, New Mexico’s largest reservoir will hold only a third of its normal, 30-year average water level. Those studying the situation estimate that roughly half of this ongoing drought can be attributed to man-made global warming. Whatever the primary causes, there will be major impacts. This emerging megadrought has transformed what might have been a moderate, long-term drought into a “severe event comparable to megadroughts of centuries past.” This climate event has seen increasing average temperatures, now reaching 2.9 degrees Fahrenheit higher – levels that suck moisture out of the ground. The resulting changes will affect agriculture, live-stocks, drinking water, wild life, forests, wild fires … and tourism. Again, globally, 2020 is predicted to be the warmest year on record. To address these very serious changes, we need a president and state governors who will acknowledge the changes and, as much as possible, take the necessary corrective steps. Most important, and effective, will be turning away from our dependence of fossil fuels, to renewable energy. Instead, our current president is rolling back environmental protections. This will only make the drought, and the global climate crisis, worse.

Continued from Page 2A ers, including instructional and safe environment with fun training activities to teach core skills. Every child plays every game and the Dukes are the only organization that requires coaches to be USA Football Heads Up Certified. There are no tryouts or team drafting. Visit register.hillsboroughdukes. com to register. For more information, contact football@hillsboroughdukes.com.

Coping with addiction: Parents of Addicted Children helps parents understand and cope with drug problems they are facing, and will face, with their children. Meets first and third Monday of month, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road.

Alzheimer’s support group: The Alzheimer’s Association has a support group in Hillsborough. Family members and caregivers come together to share information and support in a safe, confidential atmosphere. Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Brookdale Hillsborough, 600 Auten Road. Call 908-431-1300.

Mothers of Preschoolers: MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays at the Fellowship Bible Church building, 109 New Amwell Road. The group says it meets to “laugh, cry and embrace the journey of motherhood.” Sponsored by Crossroads Community Church, it hears speakers, has a craft or project and lots of conversation and refreshment. Child care is provided. For information, see www.crossroadsnj.org/MOPS. Registration fee is required.

Divorce support group: A nondenominational support group to help separated and divorced people to a new beginning. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Hillsborough Presbyterian Church, Route 206 at Homestead Road. Call 908-295-6740.

Swim lessons at HRC: The Swim Academy at HRC, located at 30 Brower Lane, Hillsborough, is offering swim lessons for all ages and levels. Call HRC Fitness at 908-3593600 to register or visit www.hrcfitness.com for class schedules.

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Hun School Class of 1970 holds reunion virtually The Hun School of Princeton’s annual Alumni Weekend festivities may have been postponed because of COVID-19, but that did not stop the Class of 1970 from connecting—at least virtually. It had been 50 years since some of the 21 classmates and three faculty members had seen each other, but the conversation flowed as if it were yesterday, according to information provided by The Hun School. Dr. David Diamond was set to receive the Distinguished Alumnus of the Year award, but instead of celebrating in person, he was cheered on by 20 of his classmates through Zoom, according to the statement. He shared news of what he has been doing the last five decades, both professionally and personally. In turn, each of the alumni shared highlights of their post-Hun life—lives shaped by careers in medicine, business, banking and other professions, as well as marriages, divorces, children and grandchildren, according to the statement. “This has been a rewarding day to see all my classmates,” Mike Maguire, who served as a member of the Re-

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Lewis Center for the Arts names newest art fellows at Princeton University Princeton University has announced its newest art fellows for the Lewis Center for the Arts: writer Danez Smith and theater director Will Davis. Smith and Davis will begin two years of teaching and community collaboration in September, which will end in 2022. The Arts Fellows program of the Lewis Center provides support for

early-career artists who have demonstrated both extraordinary promise and a record of achievement in their fields with the opportunity to further their work while teaching within a liberal arts context, according to the university. The program’s is funded in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the David E. Kelley ’79 Society of Fellows Fund, and

the Maurice R. Greenberg Scholarship Fund. Fellows are selected for a two-year residency to teach a course each semester or, in lieu of a course, to undertake an artistic assignment that deeply engages undergraduate students, such as directing a play, conducting a music ensemble, or choreographing a dance piece. Smith and Davis were selected from a pool of over

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500 applicants in dance, music, creative writing, theater and the visual arts. “We had our strongest pool of applicants ever this year, across all disciplines,” said Stacy Wolf, director of fellowships. “Danez and Will will be phenomenal additions to our community as artists and as teachers, and we’re thrilled to support their work for the next two years. We’re especially happy to share good news, which we all need during these challenging times.” Smith is a black, queer, poz writer and performer from St. Paul, Minnesota. Smith is the author of

Homie (Graywolf Press, 2020); Don’t Call Us Dead (Graywolf Press, 2017), winner of the Forward Prize for Best Collection, the Midwest Booksellers Choice Award, and a finalist for the National Book Award, according to the university. Davis is a trans-identified director and choreographer focused on physically adventurous new work for the stage. His off-Broadway credits include Road Show at Encores! Off-Center; India Pale Ale at Manhattan Theatre Club. “Once again, we’re thrilled to welcome world-

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2020 Municipal Budget of the TOWNSHIP of HOPEWELL County of MERCER for the ﬁscal year 2020. Revenue and Appropriations Summaries Summary of Revenues 1. 2. 3. 4.

Anticipated 2020 1,183,500.00 4,981,427.27 876,000.00 16,070,001.57 0.00 0.00 16,070,001.57 23,110,928.84

Surplus Total Miscellaneous Revenues Receipts from Delinquent Taxes a) Local Tax for Municipal Purposes b) Addition to Local School District Tax c) Minimum Library Tax Tot Amt to be Rsd by Taxes for Sup of Muni Bnd Total General Revenues

Summary of Appropriations Salaries & Wages Other Expenses 2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 3. Capital Improvements 4. Debt Service (Include for School Purposes) 5. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes Total General Appropriations Total Number of Employees

2020 Budget 7,715,351.91 6,283,789.05 2,007,962.28 254,721.00 5,711,610.91 1,137,493.69 23,110,928.84

1. Operating Expenses:

Summary of Revenues

2020 Dedicated Water Utility Budget 2020

1. Surplus 2. Miscellaneous Revenues 3. Deﬁcit (General Budget) Total Revenues Summary of Appropriations 1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages Other Expenses 2. Capital Improvements 3. Debt Service 4. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 5. Surplus (General Budget) Total Appropriations Total Number of Employees

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609-737-1498

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R. Asher Wilson, Manager NJ Lic # 3823/Pa Lic # FD-000766

609-737-1498

Cromwell-Immordino Memorial Home

Joseph A. Immordino, Jr., Manager NJ Lic # 4231

Timothy F. Reeg Funeral Director

609-466-0233

Serving Hopewell Township, Hopewell Borough, Lawrenceville, Ewing, Pennington, Titusville, Blawenburg, and Princeton.

Philip Hutchinson Osborne Philip Hutchinson Osborne, a ﬁfty-year resident of Pennington, died peacefully at home on April 16, 2020 after a long illness. He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Linda, his two sons, Charles (Elisa) and Andrew (Jessica), three grandchildren, Catherine, Gabriel and Morgan, and Georgie the Westie, the beloved family dog. Philip also leaves his sister, the artist Elizabeth Osborne and brother-in-law Judge Ronald Wertheim of Philadelphia, and niece Audrey Cooper Eaton of Stonington. He was predeceased by his sister Anne Caroline Osborne.

considered himself a fellow traveler.

Born in 1933 in Philadelphia, Philip attended Friends Central School, followed by Swarthmore College. Although not born a Quaker, the Society of Friends had a big inﬂuence on him and he

After Swarthmore, Philip attended the University of Pennsylvania Law School and served as an editor on the Law Review. He became a nationally-renowned tax attorney for family-held businesses and enjoyed many of the people he met during his work trips throughout the country. Philip was a lifelong lover of the arts and was a highly-accomplished photographer himself. His preferred subject matter, besides his family and the area around Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, were shopping malls, commercial roadsides, parking lots and gas stations, things he saw plenty of during his travels. He described his work as “mainly background pictures. They show places you might pass by or through to get to where you want to be.” Most of all he loved his family, who he described as the light of his life. He encouraged all of them to do what they loved to do. After retiring, he enjoyed traveling with Linda and friends throughout Europe, and by himself annually to Las Vegas and Daytona for Bike Week. He will be loved and remembered by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of ﬂowers please make contributions to Holy Redeemer Hospice Care and to Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space. Arrangements are by the Blackwell Memorial Home, Pennington. Visit website at www.blackwellmh.com

2020 Budget 34,500.00 1,255,545.91

Final 2019 Budget 34,500.00 1,214,656.44

133,927.54 3,030.00

122,383.28 4,095.32

1,427,003.45

1,375,635.04

2019

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2019

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Summary of Appropriations Salaries & Wages Other Expenses 2. Capital Improvements 3. Debt Service 4. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 5. Surplus (General Budget) Total Appropriations Total Number of Employees

2020 Budget

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Summary of Appropriations 1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages Other Expenses 2. Capital Improvements 3. Debt Service 4. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 5. Surplus (General Budget) Total Appropriations Total Number of Employees

Interest Principal Outstanding Balance

Anticipated

2020 Dedicated 0 Utility Budget

Summary of Revenues

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158,405.04 1,217,230.00 1,375,635.04

2020 Budget

Interest Principal Outstanding Balance

2019

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1. Surplus 2. Miscellaneous Revenues 3. Deﬁcit (General Budget) Total Revenues

Interest Principal Outstanding Balance

Anticipated

0.00

1. Operating Expenses:

Obituaries

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2020

Summary of Revenues

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181,569.20

1. Surplus 2. Miscellaneous Revenues 3. Deﬁcit (General Budget) Total Revenues Summary of Appropriations Salaries & Wages Other Expenses 2. Capital Improvements 3. Debt Service 4. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations 5. Surplus (General Budget) Total Appropriations Total Number of Employees

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2020 Dedicated 0 Utility Budget

Summary of Revenues

2019

Final 2019 Budget 11,500.00 35,845.00 13,331.01 11,367.50 1,000.00

166,003.45 1,261,000.00

Final 2019 Budget 7,531,346.31 6,512,416.10 2,101,875.64 241,135.46 5,645,510.11 1,092,667.56 23,124,951.18

164,547.50

2020

1. Operating Expenses:

2019 1,360,000.00 5,209,804.39 800,346.00 15,754,800.79 0.00 0.00 15,754,800.79 23,124,951.18

2020 Budget 11,500.00 139,960.00 17,021.70 12,087.50 1,000.00

1. Surplus 2. Miscellaneous Revenues 3. Deﬁcit (General Budget) Total Revenues

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Anticipated 87,603.30 76,944.20

2020 Dedicated Sewer Utility Budget

1. Operating Expenses:

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class artists to the Princeton community as Princeton Arts Fellows,” said Tracy Smith, chair of the Lewis Center. “Danez Smith’s work has made an indelible and world-clarifying imprint upon poetry in America and abroad. And Will Davis’s work affirms theater’s miraculous ability to transform the humble and familiar into the extraordinary and revelatory. What a privilege it will be to engage with such remarkable and generous artists.”

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Balance of Outstanding Debt General Water 9,494,305.60 58,896,512.70 68,390,818.30 0

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Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Township Committee of the TOWNSHIP of HOPEWELL, County of MERCER on April 20, 2020. A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the municipal building and/or via Zoom, on May 18, 2020 at TBD o’clock PM at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2020 may be presented by taxpayers or other interested parties. Copies of the budget are available in the ofﬁce of the Municipal Clerk at the Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing-Penn Rd, Titusville New Jersey, 08560, 609-737-0605 during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Laurie E. Gompf Municipal Clerk HVN, 1x, 4/24/2020, Fee: $185.07

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TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled:

NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION

ORDINANCE 2020- 11

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Township of Hopewell (“Boardʼ) will hold a public hearing on the application submitted by the undersigned (“Applicant”).

An Ordinance titled, “Ordinance Repealing Chapter 101 Entitled "Tree Mitigation Trust Fund and Advisory Committee" Of The Township Of Hillsborough, County Of Somerset, State Of New Jersey, In Its Entirety.” was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on March 10, 2020 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on April 14, 2020. Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, NJSA 10:4-6 et seq., and Executive Order 103 issued by Governor Murphy on March 9, 2020 declaring a State of Emergency and Public Health Emergency in the State of New Jersey, in order to project the health, safety and welfare of area citizens while ensuring the continued function of government, the meeting of the Hopewell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment will be held electronically only. Members of the public who wish to participate in the meetings by telephone may do so by calling 1-929-205-6099 and followed by meeting number ID: 970 2813 8463. Individuals calling into this number will be able to fully participate in the meeting, and provide public comment. Members of the public who wish to participate via the video conferencing platform may Join Zoom Meeting by accessing the following link:

HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $20.46

https://zoom.us/j/97028138463?pwd=a2NzSktnSGMzaE1xcWJvSEp2dEVJQT09

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: In compliance with the Municipal Land Use Law of the State of New Jersey adopted January 14, 1976, as amended and supplemented, notice is hereby given that we: Parkside at Mountainview Homeownersʼ Association, Inc. applied to the HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT FOR: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) _____ʻCʼ Bulk Variance(s) _____Other -

__X__ ʻDʼ Use Variance(s)

For relief from the Zoning Board of Adjustment, Township of Hillsborough and any other variance, waivers, or approvals required to install an entrance sign at the community on property located at Rouser Way, also known as Block 180.09 Lot 4 on the Hillsborough Township Tax Maps owned by Parkside at Mountainview Homeownersʼ Association, Inc. Any person or persons affected by said project will have an opportunity to be heard at the Hearing on the application scheduled for May 6, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Please take notice that this hearing will be conducted via electronic means only. Due to the Governorʼs Executive Orders and pursuant to P.L. 2020, c.11, the public may only participate in this meeting remotely as outlined below. The application in question along with related exhibits and consultant report will be available for inspection at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/ at least 10 calendar days before the scheduled meeting date. At the time of the meeting, members of the public will have an opportunity to be heard by phoning the following AT&T call in bridge number: 1. USA Toll-Free: 888-204-5987 2. Access Code: 2604706 Users will be prompted with additional information to join the meeting. To help ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate, members of the public are encouraged to notify the Department of Planning & Zoning no later than noon on the date of the meeting if they intend to ask questions or conduct any cross-examination by contacting the Board of Adjustment Clerk at ehewitt@hillsborough-nj.org. If you are unable to access the application material online at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/, please contact the Hillsborough Township Planning & Zoning Department at (908) 369-8382 or ehewitt@hillsborough-nj.org to make arrangements to review the documents. John F. Kwasnik, Esq. Attorney for Applicant Parkside at Mountainview Homeowners' Association, Inc. HB, 1x, 10/4/19 Fee: $26.04 Affidavit: $15.00

Meeting ID: 970 2813 8463 Password: 001739 One tap mobile +19292056099,,97028138463#,,#,001739# US (New York) +13126266799,,97028138463#,,#,001739# US (Chicago) Dial by your location +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 301 715 8592 US +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US Meeting ID: 970 2813 8463 Password: 001739 Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aen7W0ciOO At said hearing, any and all interested parties may participate in the electronic meeting through any of the means described above, either individually or through counsel, and present any questions, comments and/or objections they may have regarding this application. &emsp; The application, plans and other documents and materials relating to this application are on file with the Secretary of the Hopewell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment at the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville (Hopewell Township), New Jersey 08560, and are available for public inspection on the Township Website under the case heading. Zoning Board page: https://www.hopewelltwp.org/294/Zoning-Board-of-Adjustment For individuals without access to the website, application materials are available for public inspection by appointment only. Contact the Zoning Board of Adjustment Secretary at 609537-0243, or at mkataryniak@hopewelltwp.org Applicant seeks a bulk variance from the requirements of the Townshipʼs Land Use and Development Ordinance so as to permit: Construction of a new garage in the front yard setback The premises involved in this application is located at 3 East Shore Drive, designated as Block43.08, Lot 2 on the Hopewell Township Tax Map. The property is located in the Townshipʼs R-150 Zoning District. In addition to the variance(s) referred to above, Applicant will also seek any and all other variances, waivers or relief that the Board may deem to be necessary or appropriate in connection with this application. Applicant HVN, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $71.61 Affidavit: $15.00

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled:

TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

ORDINANCE 2020-14

NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION

An Ordinance titled,

“Ordinance of the Township Of Hillsborough Amending and Supplementing Ordinance No. 2017-06 Relating to the Lease Purchase Agreement Dated as of June 1, 2018 with the Somerset County Improvement Authority.” This Ordinance will be further considered for final passage by the Township Committee at the Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, at a meeting being held on May 12, 2020, at 7:30 PM or at any time and place to which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested in the Ordinance may obtain a copy from the Office of the Township Clerk located in the municipal complex between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., at no cost, and persons interested in the Ordinance may appear at the hearing and will be given the opportunity to be heard concerning this Ordinance. Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk

Members of the public who wish to participate in the meetings by telephone may do so by calling 1-929-205-6099 and followed by meeting number ID: 970 2813 8463. Individuals calling into this number will be able to fully participate in the meeting, and provide public comment. Members of the public who wish to participate via the video conferencing platform may Join Zoom Meeting by accessing the following link:

HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $19.53

MEETING NOTICE

Event address for attendees: https://monroeps.webex.com/monroeps/onstage/g.php?MTID=eab49349edde6e5a9c00f4c b70b2deff6 During the Public Session, attendees will be afforded an opportunity to ask questions and/or to provide comments. Formal action will be taken at this meeting. Respectfully submitted, Michael C. Gorski, CPA Business Administrator/Board Secretary CP/WHH 4/24/20 1x Fee: $20.46 Affidavit: $15.00 EAST WINDSOR MUNICIPAL UTILITIES AUTHORITY Hydrant Flushing Customers of the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority are being notified of our semiannual hydrant flushing program. To maintain high quality of water and reliable service to our customers, the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority will begin opening fire hydrants to flush sediment from its pipes, monitor water flows and pressures, and provide visual inspection of the hydrants. Customers may notice a drop in water pressure or may experience discolored water. At no time will the water quality be compromised and that the water is safe to use. Below is a list of the scheduled dates of the areas we will be flushing: Twin Rivers Section of the Township and Centex area are scheduled for the week of April 27, 2020 through May 1, 2020. Windsor Regency, Georgetown, Cranbury Manor and sections of Rt. 130 are scheduled for the week of May 4, 2020 through May 8, 2020. Hickory Acres, Brooktree area, Renaissance Estates, Princeton East, Oak Creek Estates, and sections of Rt. 130 are scheduled for the week of May 11, 2020 through May 15, 2020. The above dates may be subject to change due to conflicting work that must be done by Authority personnel. Please check our website www.eastwindsormua.com for updates on areas being flushed. During the flushing program, East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority is offering its customers the following tips: Check for discolored water by running the COLD water only before using the washing machine or dishwasher. Wait until the COLD water runs clear at the tap before doing laundry or operating the dishwasher. Note: If laundry becomes stained, do not put your laundry in the dryer. Rewash cloths immediately using detergent and add a rust remover. Most rust removers can also be used on stained fixtures. If water pressure or water volume seems to be low after hydrant flushing has been completed, check faucet screens (aerator) for trapped particles. Place garbage and recycling containers behind the curb to avoid obstruction. Refrain from placing loose leaves and debris at the curb as this will only create a problem for the storm drains. Place the leaves and debris at least a foot from the curb to allow the water to run freely. The East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority apologizes for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience during this time. If you have any questions or comments, please contact the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority at (609)443-6000. Thank You

TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL MERCER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED The Township of Hopewell, County of Mercer, has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as a professional service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11 5(1)(a). The contract and the resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Municipal Clerk. Phoenix Advisors, LLC Financial Advisory Services in connection with the Issuance of Bond Anticipation Notes TIME PERIOD: April 20, 2020 to December 31, 2020 CONTRACT AMOUNT: Not to Exceed $2,500.00 ___________________________________ AWARDED TO: SERVICES:

Mason, Griffin & Pierson Open Space Legal Services April 20, 2020 to December 31, 2020 Not to Exceed $5,000.00

All applications on the agenda in question along with related exhibits and consultant reports will be available for inspection at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/ at least 10 calendar days before the scheduled meeting date. At the time of the meeting, members of the public will have an opportunity to be heard by phoning the following AT&T call in bridge number: 1. USA Toll-Free: 888-204-5987 2. Access Code: 2604706 Users will be prompted with additional information to join the meeting.

To help ensure that everyone has an opportunity to participate, members of the public are encouraged to notify the Department of Planning & Zoning no later than noon on the date of the meeting if they intend to ask questions or conduct any cross-examination by contacting the Board of Adjustment Clerk at ehewitt@hillsborough-nj.org. If you are unable to access the application material online at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/, please contact the Hillsborough Township Planning & Zoning Department at (908) 369-8382 or ehewitt@hillsborough-nj.org to make arrangements to review the documents. AGENDA ITEMS TO DATE: CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS: • Natureʼs Choice Corporation – BA-19-10 • Property Improvement Group/Mr. Dudzinski – BA-19-15 CONSIDERATION OF MEETING MINUTES: • February 5, 2020 • March 4, 2020

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT BUSINESS: • Tennis Facility – MA & CM Holdings, LLC – File BA-19-02 – (TOD 4/01/20) - Block 165, Lots 2 & 3 – 146 Wertsville Road – Hillsborough Country Club. Applicant seeking minor subdivision approval and preliminary and final major site plan approval; use for a proposed 90,000 sf tennis facility, on Property located in the AG, Agricultural Zone District. The Applicant has withdrawn this application. PUBLIC HEARING – APPLICATIONS: • Parkside at Mountainview Sign – File BA-19-11 (TOD 5/21/20) – Block 180.09, Lot 4 – Parkside at Mountainview, Rouser Way. Applicant seeking ʻDʼ use variance to construct a freestanding sign to be installed at the entrance of the corner of Mountainview Road and Pleasant View Road, on Property located in the (AG) Agricultural Zoning District. . Adjourned from February 19, 2020 Agenda with re-notice (previous hearing February 05, 2020). THIS NOTICE POSTED AT: 1. The Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex THIS NOTICE COMMUNICATED TO: 1. Hillsborough Beacon 2. Courier News 3. Pamela Borek, MBA, RMC, Township Clerk Patrick Gorman, Board of Adjustment Clerk HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $61.38

NOTICE OF MEETING HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold its regularly scheduled meeting via electronic means only on May 6, 2020, commencing at 7:00 pm. Due to the Governorʼs Executive Orders and pursuant to P.L. 2020, c.11, the public may only participate in this meeting remotely as outlined below: Formal action may be taken by the Board at this meeting. All applications on the agenda in question along with related exhibits and consultant reports will be available for inspection at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/ at least 10 calendar days before the scheduled meeting date. At the time of the meeting, members of the public will have an opportunity to be heard by phoning the following AT&T call in bridge number: 1. USA Toll-Free: 888-204-5987 2. Access Code: 2604706 Users will be prompted with additional information to join the meeting.

The application, plans and other documents and materials relating to this application are on file with the Secretary of the Hopewell Township Zoning Board of Adjustment at the Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville (Hopewell Township), New Jersey 08560, and are available for public inspection on the Township Website under the case heading. Zoning Board page: https://www.hopewelltwp.org/294/Zoning-Board-of-Adjustment

Patrick Gorman, Board of Adjustment Clerk

For individuals without access to the website, application materials are available for public inspection by appointment only. Contact the Zoning Board of Adjustment Secretary at 609537-0243, or at mkataryniak@hopewelltwp.org

HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $63.24

Applicant seeks bulk variances from the requirements of the Townshipʼs Land Use and Development Ordinance so as to permit:

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled:

The expansion of an existing non-conforming single-family residence and demolition of existing non-conforming garage and construction of a new garage. Need variances for lot size, front and side setbacks, and lot coverage. The premises involved in this application is located at 204 Reservoir Rd, designated as Block 8, Lot 23 on the Hopewell Township Tax Map. The property is located in the Townshipʼs MRC Zoning District. In addition to the variance(s) referred to above, Applicant will also seek any and all other variances, waivers or relief that the Board may deem to be necessary or appropriate in connection with this application. Applicant

ORDINANCE 2020- 12 An Ordinance titled, “Ordinance Amending Chapter 78, Entitled “Library Advisory Board”, Of The Hillsborough Township Code, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey.”

was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on March 10, 2020 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on April 14, 2020. Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $18.60

HVN, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $76.26 Affidavit: $15.00

SUNSHINE NOTICE Borough of Pennington 30 North Main Street Pennington, NJ 08534 NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 6:00 PM the Economic Development Commission of the Borough of Pennington will meet for their regular monthly meeting via the internet, accessible by Committee members, meeting participants and the general public, from their computers, through the Borough Website www.penningtonboro.org . The website will provide the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/i/89178132675?pwd=cE9vaFNCRFhkQnJtOVNNWS9pM3Y0QT 09 Members of the public will be given instructions at the beginning of the meeting on how they can participate at the time allotted for public comment. The agenda for the meeting will be available on the Borough Website at www.penningtonboro.org. Further instructions concerning the use of this meeting technology, ZOOM PRO, may be found at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us

CP/WHH, 1x, 4/24/20 Fee: $53.94 Affidavit: $15.00

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment will hold its regularly scheduled meeting via electronic means only on May 6, 2020, commencing at 7:00 pm. Due to the Governorʼs Executive Orders and pursuant to P.L. 2020, c.11, the public may only participate in this meeting remotely as outlined below: Formal action may be taken by the Board at this meeting.

CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS: • Natureʼs Choice Corporation – BA-19-10 • Property Improvement Group/Mr. Dudzinski – BA-19-15 CONSIDERATION OF MEETING MINUTES: • February 5, 2020 • March 4, 2020 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT BUSINESS: • Tennis Facility – MA & CM Holdings, LLC – File BA-19-02 – (TOD 4/01/20) - Block 165, Lots 2 & 3 – 146 Wertsville Road – Hillsborough Country Club. Applicant seeking minor subdivision approval and preliminary and final major site plan approval; use for a proposed 90,000 sf tennis facility, on Property located in the AG, Agricultural Zone District. The Applicant has withdrawn this application. • IPPOS NJ Property Management (K-9 Resort) BA-19-14 – Block 58, Lot 1.01 – 63 Route 206 – (TOD 5/30/20). Applicant seeking preliminary and final major site plan approval; ʻdʼ use variance; ʻcʼ bulk variances; and waivers, to renovate and expand the existing building for use as a dog care facility, that will include a separate veterinarian office, and shared access and stormwater management facilities with Lot 1.02. Property is in the I-3, Light Industrial Zone. Carried from March 4, 2020 with re-notice. PUBLIC HEARING – APPLICATIONS: • Parkside at Mountainview Sign – File BA-19-11 (TOD 5/21/20) – Block 180.09, Lot 4 – Parkside at Mountainview, Rouser Way. Applicant seeking ʻDʼ use variance to construct a freestanding sign to be installed at the entrance of the corner of Mountainview Road and Pleasant View Road, on Property located in the (AG) Agricultural Zoning District. . Adjourned from February 19, 2020 Agenda with re-notice (previous hearing February 05, 2020). THIS NOTICE POSTED AT: 1. The Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex THIS NOTICE COMMUNICATED TO: 1. Hillsborough Beacon 2. Courier News 3. Pamela Borek, MBA, RMC, Township Clerk

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To conform with the Sunshine Laws regarding meetings, the Monroe Township Board of Education hereby gives notice that the Board of Education will hold a Remote Public Board of Education Meeting and Budget Hearing on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be conducted via an Online Webinar. The website for public participation in this meeting listed below:

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NOTICE OF MEETING HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

Take Notice, that in in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:10A-8 et seq. application has been made to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, to receive title papers authorizing the sale of: 2003 BMW SAV/X5, VIN 5UXFA53513LV77021 on 05/04/2020 at 9:00AM by means of a public/private sale. This described motor vehicle which came into possession of Open Road BMW through abandonment or failure of owners to claim it may be examined at 731 US highway 1S, Edison, NJ . Objections to this sale, if any, should be made immediately in writing to the following address: State of NJ, Motor Vehicle Commission, Special Title Unit, 225 East State Street, PO Box 017, Trenton, NJ 08666. LL, 2x, 4/24- 5/1/2020, Fee: $20.46 Affidavit: $15.00 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD

The Township of Hillsborough has awarded a contract with competitive bidding under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1(g). This contract and resolution authorizing it are available for public inspection in the office of the Township Clerk at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey: Awarded:

Top Line Construction Corp.

Type of Service:

GOODS & SERVICES

Other questions concerning the meeting may be addressed to the Borough Clerk at bsterling@penningtonboro.org or by phone at 609-737-0276.

Goods/Services: Capital Roadway Resurfacing Cost:

Not To Exceed $1,917,696.05

Elizabeth Sterling Borough Clerk

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2020

HVN, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $29.76

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk LEGAL NOTICE

HB, 1x, 4/24/2020 Fee: $20.46

Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE 2020- 13 An Ordinance titled, “Ordinance Amending Chapter 73, Entitled “Officers and Employees”, Of The Hillsborough Township Code, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey.” was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on March 10, 2020 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on April 14, 2020.

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