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Princeton residents presumably choose their next mayor, councilwoman By LEA KAHN Staff Writer
In an election that held no surprises, Mark Freda was elected to become the second mayor of the Municipality of Princeton, and incumbent Princeton Council members David Cohen and Leticia Fraga were re-elected to the governing body in the Nov. 3 general election. None of the candidates, who are all Democrats, faced opposition. The Republican Party did not nominate candidates for mayor or for the two open Princeton Council seats. The mayor’s term is for four years and the Princeton Council term is for three years. Freda, who received 9,804 votes, will succeed Mayor Liz Lempert, who did not seek re-election. She is the first mayor of the Municipality of Princeton, which was created in 2013 when the former Princeton Borough and the
former Princeton Township consolidated. Cohen and Fraga, who were seeking their second terms in office, received 9,509 votes and 9,528 votes, respectively, as of Nov. 7, which was the most current update the Mercer County Board of Elections posted as of press time on Nov. 11. The vote tallies are unofficial. The state deadline to count all votes is Nov. 20, and Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami-Covello must certify the results to the State of New Jersey by Nov. 23. Freda served on the former Princeton Borough Council from 1986-99, including a stint as the Princeton Borough Council president. Freda grew up in Princeton and has volunteered with the Princeton Fire Department. He also has volunteered with the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad, of which
he is the president. Freda said he was honored to be elected mayor, and promised to work together with residents to address the issues and challenges as they come up. He pledged to be open and transparent in reaching decisions. “All of us are on the same team – the residents, the elected officials and the town staff – and our goals should all be the same. I look forward to our future and all of us working together,” Freda said. Cohen said he was pleased to have been re-elected, and while he did not face opposition in his quest for a second term, “I want the voters of Princeton to know that I don’t take their support for granted.” “I will always be happy to hear from residents about their concerns, or just to get to know each other better,” he said. Cohen said he plans to continue to focus on smart growth, imple-
menting sustainable policies to enhance the livability and economic vitality of the town and to ensure that the benefits of good environmental policy are enjoyed by all residents. “What this means in practice is to advocate for good design and to reduce the carbon footprint of our affordable housing projects as they move forward,” Cohen said. Cohen said he wants to take steps to make it safer to walk and ride a bicycle around Princeton. He also wants to upgrade the town’s stormwater management capabilities to handle current and future levels of rainfall to prevent flooding. Fraga thanked voters for expressing their vote of confidence in her by giving her a second term. It has been an honor to serve the town, and she is proud of what she and her Princeton Council colleagues have accomplished in the
past three years. “My goal from Day One has been to see all residents flourish, and I feel fortunate that I am being given the opportunity to continue with that work,” she said. Fraga said that in addition to working on all of the issues and initiatives that will come before the Princeton Council, she will work to ensure that the Princeton Health Department and the Princeton Human Services Department have the resources they need to meet residents’ needs, including access to healthcare and other available resources. “I will continue to work with members of our municipal boards, commissions and committees, as well as our many community partners, to seek community-driven solutions that uphold our shared values, with a focus on equity, affordability, prosperity and inclusion,” Fraga said.
Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad building honored by national magazine By LEA KAHN Staff Writer
Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad members are proud of their new headquarters at the corner of Mount Lucas Road and Valley Road, and now that pride has been validated by Firehouse magazine in its annual Station Design Awards competition. The new building, which was completed in late 2019, was given the Silver Award by the fire service trade publication in the category of “Volunteer/Combination Departments,” said Mark Freda, president of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad. A combination department is staffed by career emergency responders and volunteer responders. The Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad is staffed by eight career emergency medical technicians daytime during the week, and by volunteer emergency medical technicians overnight and on weekends. The purpose of the Firehouse magazine competition is to share trends and innovations in new and renovated public safety facilities across North America. The Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad was among 74 entrants in the contest. The Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad is proud to have
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The Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad received a Silver Award from “Firehouse” magazine.
received the award, Freda said. It reflects the support of the community, the hard work of the squad members involved in the project, and the architectural firm of H2M and the construction firm of C. Raymond Davis & Son, he said. “Our new headquarters is beautiful, functional and wellconstructed. I am thrilled with the building. It will be a great asset to the community for decades to come,” Freda said. The Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad, which does not
receive funding from the Municipality of Princeton, raised $7 million to pay for the new building. At 15,000 square feet, the new building is triple the size of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad’s former building on North Harrison Street, next to the Princeton Shopping Center. It had been the squad’s home since 1963. The Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad’s career emergency medical technicians and its volunteer emergency medical technicians had outgrown the building, which is about 5,000 square feet.
Some of the squad’s ambulances were housed inside the building, and the rest of the equipment was stored outside under awnings. There are four ambulances, a heavy rescue truck, a rescue trailer, a boat and two utility vehicles. All of the equipment fits inside the new building, Freda said. But that’s not all that is inside the four deep bays in the new building, he said. Along one wall, there is a training area where members can practice special rescue skills, such as rescuing vic-
tims from tight spaces. The new building has a kitchen and dining area for the career emergency medical technicians and the volunteers, Freda said. There is a community room that can be used for training purposes. There is a conference room, and a “duty room” with desks and computers so the crew who is on duty can fill out paperwork after a call is completed. Nearby, there are offices for the president, the chief and the development officer. Since volunteers who have signed up for an overnight shift need a place to sleep, there are six bunk rooms. There are three to six volunteer emergency medical technicians on an overnight shift, but the bunk rooms can accommodate as many as 12 volunteers, Freda said. There is a gym and a social room with a TV and comfortable seating, Freda said. There is also a quiet room for volunteers who may need to study. Many of the volunteers are Princeton University students. “We put a lot of thought into what we think is needed to make the building as attractive to the volunteers as possible,” Freda said. Those amenities will help to attract volunteers and to keep them, he said.
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The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber has named Hal English to be the next president and CEO. Peter Crowley, current president and CEO, will retire on Dec. 31. English will assume the role on Jan. 4. Crowley announced his retirement in June, launching a nationwide search for a successor. The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is one of the largest regional chambers in the state;
having acquired the MidJersey Chamber in 2019, it now serves over 1,600 members across five counties in Central New Jersey, according to information provided by the chamber on Nov. 9. English is a long-time resident of Mercer County and has held numerous leadership positions across the county. He is also a nationally recognized author with his book, “Behind the Ivy Walls,” a testament to his resiliency and triumph of his life. “It has been my honor to serve as the chamber’s president and CEO for these past 12 years. I’ve had the chance to work with amazing staff, amazing chamber
members and some of the leading business leaders in our region. Hal’s appointment makes me excited for the upcoming years ahead,” Crowley said in the statement. The announcement comes after an extensive six-month national search for the position, conducted by executive search and recruiting firm, Dennis C. Miller & Associates. Dennis C. Miller is known for its success recruiting chamber presidents and executive directors nationwide, and is a recognized leader in recruiting leaders in the nonprofit industry, according to the statement. “I am excited to welcome Hal as our new president and CEO,”
Brenda Ross-Dulan, chairman of the board, said in the statement. “His knowledge of the region, coupled with his extensive work with nonprofits and small businesses make him a perfect match to follow our exiting president, Peter Crowley. In addition to his business success, Hal has experience in legislative responsibility from his present role as director of Community Development in Robbinsville and through his previous legislative work in Trenton.” “I am excited to lead the chamber and work with such an amazing board and equally amazing staff,” English said in the statement. “I have had the honor
to be a Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber member for many years and witness the tremendous growth and business impact that this organization has accomplished. I look forward to helping continue that growth.” The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is a membership organization committed to promoting business growth within the Central New Jersey region. With more than 8,000 individual chamber member contacts and more than 1,600 member companies, the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is one of the largest regional chambers in the state. Information can be found at www. princetonmercerchamber.org.
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Morven Museum & Garden will hold “The Calming Art of Cross Stitch” virtual workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 and 19; or from 2-4 p.m. Nov. 14. Register at morven.org Mercer County will hold a paper shredding day from 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 14 or until trucks reach full capacity, rain or shine, in Parking Lot 4 at 651 S. Broad St., across from the Mercer County Administration Building, Trenton. Residents may bring up to eight boxes or bags of paper. No commercial businesses are permitted. Proof of residency such as a driver’s license is required. For more information, visit www.mcianj.org or call 609-278-8086. The next trek by the Lawrence Hopewell Trail Saturday Morning Walking Club is scheduled for Nov. 14. Walkers will start at 9:30 a.m. at the Mount Rose Preserve parking lot at 355 Carter Road, Hopewell Township, off the west side of Carter Road and will walk through the Mount Rose Distillery segment of the trail. The two-mile round-trip walk through the woods continues offroad next to Pennington Rocky Hill Road. Hikers will walk past the Whiskey House and on to Bailey Court, where they will turn around and head back to the Carter Road parking lot. Visit www.lhtrail.org the morning of the walk if it looks like inclement weather might postpone the walk. For directions, visit https://goo.gl/ maps/1n6wrysQ2Rh3imVZ7 For more information about the Mount Rose Distillery segment of the trail, visit https://lhtrail.org/project/mt-rose-distillery/.
Sat., November 14 & Sun., November 15
The Nassau Film Festival (NFF), which was postponed from May, will be held Nov. 14 and 15 at the Princeton Garden Theatre, Nassau Street, Princeton, to celebrate short films from around the globe. The NFF screens short films and music videos (30 seconds to 20 minutes) in the following categories: fiction, documentary, animation, student fiction, horror, music videos, trailers and episodic.
Best of Festival Awards are given in each of the categories, and attendees have a chance to network with actors, actresses, directors, writers, producers and directors of photography at a special festival event. Audience members will also have the opportunity to participate in questionand-answer panel discussions with filmmakers whose films are selected to screen at the festival. The festival will accept submissions through Sept. 15.
Sat., November 14 – Sat., December 12
The Work of Adrienne Kennedy: Inspiration & Influence will be presented by McCarter @Home from Nov. 14 through Dec. 12. Kennedy is one of the most prolific and widely studied living playwrights. Despite her outsized influence, Kennedy is not a household name. This digital festival is a celebration of why she should be. For more information, visit https:// www.mccarter.org/adriennekennedy Homefront’s ArtJam for the Holidays is a reimagined art event that will be held Nov. 14-Dec. 12 HomeFront’s ArtJam for the Holidays will feature the work of more than 50 local and regional artists, ArtSpace and SewingSpace artists. Offering one-of-a-kind art for sale online, or in-person by appointment only at the HomeFront Family campus in the Blue Garage, HomeFront Family Campus, 101 Celia Way, Ewing. Paintings, pottery, glasswork, and hand-sewn items comprise a diversity of visual art, fine crafts as well as home and holiday décor. Proceeds will help support the artists and ArtSpace programs. Appointment-only gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. Sign up online at www.signupgenius. com/go/10c0d48acaf2aabf8c16-2020
Through Sat., November 14
El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) comes alive through color and celebration with an exhibition at the Arts Council of Princeton through Nov. 14. El Día de los Muertos is observed in Mexico and throughout the world this time of year, where family and friends
gather to remember and honor those who have died. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars using sugar skulls, marigolds, and favorite foods of those who have passed. The Arts Council of Princeton presents a vibrant art installation in its Taplin Gallery inspired by this culturally-rich holiday. The gallery will be filled with an elaborate altar, flower constructions, plus the sugar skulls, papel picado, and nichos created by participants from our community workshops. Hours are 1:30-8:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information and gallery hours, visit artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Sun., November 15
The Youth Orchestra of Central Jersey/Princeton Symphony Orchestra will present a concert featuring the music of Price, Bach and Grieg at 4 p.m. Nov. 15. Tickets to this event come in the form of an access link. For more information, visityocj.org orprincetonsymphony.org
Sun., November 15 – Sun., November 22
November 15-22 is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. HomeFront is offering the community various ways to learn, get involved and have an impact. Buy holiday art online, or by appointment, at HomeFront ArtSpace’s Art For The Holidays event from Nov. 14 to Dec. 15. Kicking off during Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, this event showcases art from local and HomeFront artists to benefit homeless families. For more information, visit www.artjamnj.org Stop by HomeFront’s “Pop Up” Information & Donation Drop Off Center from 12-5 p.m. Nov. 15 or from 4-7 p.m. Nov. 20 or from 12-5 p.m. Nov. 21 or 22 at 63 Palmer Square, Princeton. Learn about the local situation and how to help, and donate non-perishable food, coats, diapers, wipes and formula. More information is available at www.homefrontnj.org The Princeton Public Library & HomeFront will co-host a Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week Virtual Panel Discussion at 6 p.m. Nov. 19. Learn about the local situation, solutions and ways to get involved. Visit www.homefrontnj.org for log in details or call 609-989-9417, ext. 133. Free of charge. Take a virtual tour of HomeFront’s headquarters at 3 p.m. Nov. 20 or 11 a.m. Nov. 21. Learn more about the local situation, how HomeFront helps, and how to get involved. Visit www.homefrontnj to sign up and for log in details. Free of charge.
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Through Mon., Nov. 16 Through Nov. 16, Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker (D-16) is hosting a virtual food drive for the food banks serving the residents of the 16th Legislative District. To donate, visit https://yougivegoods. com/district16-fooddrive YouGiveGoods will ship the items, appropriately packaged and labeled, to the designated facility. For the product donations, YouGiveGoods will provide a tax receipt; for the cash donations, the tax receipt would come from the food bank itself. For more information, contact Zwicker at AsmZwicker@njleg.org
Tues., November 17
Greenwood House will hold a fundraiser, Online Live with Richard Kind, at 7 p.m. Nov. 19. Hosted by Chef Nick Liberato of Netflix’s “Restaurants on the Edge” along with his local project at Stockton Farmer’s Market, The Borscht Belt Delicatessen. For ticket information, visit www. greenwoodhouse.org The Historical Society of Princeton offers guidance and tips to help use today’s readily available technology to preserve and share family history. “Research Your Roots – Capturing Your Family History” will be presented at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St. Use technology to create audio and video files to record and share anecdotes, family jokes and legends, and first-person accounts of how your family has interacted with the past century and how they see current events. For more information, call 609-9249529 or visit princetonlibrary.org
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ccasionally, everyone has problems sleeping. But if you regularly cannot get a good night’s sleep, or your snoring is disrupting the sleep of a loved one, you may suffer from a sleep disorder. A sleep disorder can adversely affect health, work performance, school and relationships, so it is important to seek professional help. The Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center offers adults and children comprehensive care for sleep disorders, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow up. Poor Sleep, Poor Health As many as 70 million Americans are living with a sleep disorder, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Among the most common sleep disorders are: • Sleep apnea: Abnormal breathing patterns during sleep • Restless leg syndrome: Uncomfortable sensations that cause an urge to move the legs • Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep • Narcolepsy: A neurologic condition causing extreme daytime sleepiness Left untreated, sleep disorders can put a strain on your body and inhibit the proper functioning of your heart, lungs, brain, and even your digestive system. In addition, failing to get the recommended 7-8 hours of nightly sleep for adults can increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and depression. Sleep disorders have also been linked to eye diseases such as glaucoma, memory problems and headaches. Signs of Sleep Disorder Excessive sleepiness during the day, trouble getting a full night’s sleep, irregular nighttime breathing, gasping or choking in your sleep, snoring, and increased movement at night are all signs of a sleep disorder. In addition, poor sleep can cause problems with memory or concentration, irritability, sleepiness when driving and hyperactivity in children. If you have signs of a sleep disorder, talk to your doctor. Diagnosis and Treatment Diagnosing a sleep disorder typically begins with a sleep study either at home or at a designated sleep center. Sleep studies help identify problems by assessing brain waves, blood oxygen levels, your heart rate and breathing, as well as eye and leg movement.
Once diagnosed, sleep disorders are usually treatable, with solutions ranging from changing your sleep habits to medication to a device known as a CPAP to improve breathing during sleep. Patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not respond well to CPAP or other treatment options may be candidates for a minimally invasive procedure that involves surgically implanting a device that works to sense breathing patterns and deliver mild stimulation to maintain an open airway and promote regular breathing during sleep. For a select group of patients, this procedure may provide a better quality of life and long-term relief from their obstructive sleep apnea symptoms. Healthy Sleep Habits • Wait until you are sleepy to go to bed. This reduces your time awake in bed worrying about sleep. You might find it helpful to follow a ritual of relaxing activities before bedtime, such as taking a bath or reading a book. • Keep a regular schedule. Go to bed and get up at the same times every day, even on weekends and holidays. Regular times for meals and other activities also help keep the body’s internal clock on schedule. • Make your bedroom cool, quiet, dark and comfortable. Room-darkening shades, earplugs or a soft “white-noise” machine, and an open window with comfortable blankets can help you achieve these ideal sleeping conditions. • Don’t read, write, eat or watch TV in bed. Your bed should be associated with sleep. That way, when you go to bed, your body knows it is time for sleep. • Avoid caffeine, alcohol and nicotine for at least four hours prior to bedtime. While alcohol may help you fall asleep, it causes poor quality sleep later in the night. Caffeine and nicotine are both stimulants that can keep you from falling asleep. • Avoid vigorous exercise within four hours of bedtime. Intensive exercise is important earlier in the day, but too close to bedtime it can stimulate the body and cause trouble falling asleep. • Don’t eat a heavy meal right before bedtime. • Don’t use sleeping pills or over-the-counter sleep aids for prolonged periods. Becoming dependent on sleep medicine can interfere with the body’s natural ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. • Don’t take naps. Skipping naps will help ensure you are tired at bedtime. If you do nap, try to limit it to 20 or 30
minutes, and wake up before 3 p.m. • Try to get a full night of sleep as often as possible. Give yourself the opportunity to sleep at least seven to eight hours each night. Good sleep leads to more good sleep. People have so many demands on their time, they often feel that failing to get a full night’s sleep is natural and that they can catch up on sleep later. If you are not dedicating enough time in your schedule for a good night’s sleep, you need to make the time. If you make those adjustments and are still not getting a good night’s sleep, a medical evaluation is in order. With prompt diagnosis and effective treatment, you can sleep, feel and live better. The Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center is fully accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, a professional organization dedicated to assuring quality care for patients with sleep disorders and to the advancement of sleep research, and related public and professional organizations. Comprehensive services include overnight sleep studies, home sleep studies, daytime sleepiness assessments and individual treatment plans. To learn more about the Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center call 609-853-7520 or visit www. princetonhcs.org. David B. Cohn, M.D., is board certified in sleep medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care medicine and internal medicine. He is the medical director of the Sleep Center at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center.
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Princeton veterans honored in Veterans Day ceremony By ANDREW HARRISON Staff Writer
The Spirit of Princeton’s Veterans Day commemoration ceremony returned in Princeton for 2020 to honor military veterans who served or are currently serving in America’s armed forces. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, only a small number of veterans, their families and municipal officials gathered at the All Wars Monument at the corner of Mercer and Nassau streets on Nov. 11. The ceremony was streamed live for remote viewers via Facebook. “I especially want to thank all the veterans here today and members of your families for your service and sacrifice. On Veterans Day, we honor all who served our country in uniform, as well as, soldiers who are currently deployed today,” Princeton Mayor Liz Lempert said in her remarks. “As of October, the United States has been at war in Afghanistan for 19 years. It has been the longest conflict in our nation’s history; at the same time, less than 1% of the population today serves in the military, saddling a small number of Americans with the enormous burden of keeping us safe and too often without providing the support, the jobs, the housing and proper medical care they need to heal when they return home.” She added that Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day and was created to honor veterans and rededicate ourselves to the cause of world peace. “This year as we commemorate Veterans Day we are in
a fight against COVID-19. We are grateful for the work of the national guard in supporting public health emergency response efforts to combat the virus,” Lempert said. “Our global fight against COVID is a reminder of our common community as we join with patients around the world in common purpose. On Veterans Day we take time to honor those who have served and who are currently serving and to recognize the bravery, commitment and sacrifices to protect the values and freedoms we hold dear as Americans. We honor and remember our veterans and thank them for their service to our nation.” Following Lempert were two members of the Princeton University Student Veterans Organization, U.S. Navy Lt. Alex Hydrean and U.S. Army Capt. Galen Mandes. Hydrean was commissioned into the U.S. Navy in 2010 as a submarine officer. He completed two extended duration west Pacific deployments during numerous missions vital to national security. Hydrean was then assigned to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency in Washington, D.C., and in 2018 transitioned from active duty to the U.S. Navy Reserves, where he currently serves as the undersea warfare launch officer. He is pursuing his master’s degree at Princeton University in the School of Public and International Affairs, according to The Spirit of Princeton. “There are certain anniversaries and holidays that inherently call service members or veterans to reflect on their decision to serve. While each veteran may have their
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own personal and important milestone dates, we all share Veterans Day as a day to look back on our service and forward for our country,” Hydrean said. “I am still amazed at the enormous decision I made as a mere 17-year-old to join the Navy, yet every year thousands of young men and women take up this mantel of service, many at this early and young age.” He added that his decision to serve centered around the protection of America’s principles and fundamental freedoms. “Veterans leave behind families, homes and in some cases sacrifice their lives to ensure that this country and these principles persevere. As we honor veterans for their service in defense of this country it is just as important that we continue to honor them everyday in our individual civic engagement,” Hydrean said. “The defense of freedom does not stop on the battlefield or in my case on the submarine. Every citizen shares this responsibility.” Mandes would also share his story and thoughts about Veterans Day. He graduated from West Point in 2011 with a degree in chemical engineering. Mandes was then commissioned in the infantry as a second lieutenant. After initial training in Georgia, he went on to first be stationed in Germany and then deployed to Afghanistan in Operation Enduring Freedom and also would deploy to Iraq. He is a master’s student at Princeton University in the Department of Chemical and Bioengineering. “As a currently serving military officer, the military is not made up of people, it is people. I look back on my career and on my service and see how profoundly it shaped a lot of people with whom I served,” Mandes said. “Us currently serving military officers and enlisted, to us we are standing on the shoulders of those who have come before us. And I say again how thankful and proud I am to be in the company of such great people.” After remarks, the ceremony concluded with the traditional wreath laying, this time by Hydrean and Mandes at the monument, followed with Taps (bugle call).
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n sheer size alone the 2021 Infiniti QX 80 The ride out to Camp Hill and back was should be crowned “King of the Road”. extremely comfortable and pleasant. The When I see vehicles this large, I usually cabin is not only opulent but roomy and comquip to whoever is within ear shot at the time, fortable as well. The QX 80, powered by a “Geez, that looks like a house on wheels.” large 5.6 liter naturally aspirated V8 that puts Well folks, for 2021, Infiniti has introout 400 horsepower is more than adequately duced a new trim line to the QX 80 offerings, powered. This engine roars, providing easy passing the top-of-the-line Sensory AWD. I was fortuand lane changing capabilities, and once you nate enough to jump behind the wheel of the get all the way over to command the left lane new Sensory AWD QX 80 recently for a one on the Pennsylvania Turnpike it cruises at week test drive and if you are going to label high speeds quite nicely as well. this full sized luxury SUV a house on wheels, However, all this bigness and opulence it’s one very opulent house. Peter Perrotta comes at a price. The new Sensory model “A new Sensory grade sits at the top of the QX 80 is not cheap and neither is it gas conrevised QX80 line up,” says a release from Insumption efficient – this isn’t your typical finiti. “Occupants will experience a sumptuous cabin featuring quilted semi-aniline leather appointed tree hugger ride. The EPA’s fuel consumption ratings for the QX 80 seats, and charcoal burl wood trim and a new graphite tricome in at an average of 15 miles per gallon – with 19 cot headliner.” Moreover, the exterior now features 22-inch forged al- mpg on highway driving and 13 mpg in around town or loy wheels, chrome mirror caps. A new hydraulic motion city driving. control suspension system was also added to provide a Moreover, the EPA estimates that on average it will cost you about $3,250 a year to feed the QX 80 with gas as smoother, more stable ride. The results are indeed impressive for this massive SUV, it uses about 6.7 gallons per every 100 miles driven. The base price of the Sensory model QX 80 is $83,300. first introduced by Infiniti back in 2004. I not only drove the QX 80 around town – to and from My test model had added options as well and when you work and such – for one week, but I also took it on a 240- tack on the $1,395 destination and delivery charge the botmile roundtrip sojourn out to Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, to tom line sticker price comes in at a hefty $87,035. The added options on my test vehicle included: $485 display my wares at a sports card show.
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for Infiniti illuminated kick plates; $410 for roof rail cross bars; $295 for a cargo package; $455 for Infiniti illuminated welcome lighting and $695 for the Coulis Red premium exterior paint. So the question at this point remains, is while the new Sensory top-of-the-line QX 80 is certainly luxurious and rich, the price point it is now offered at pushes it into the company of some pretty hefty competitors – namely the popular BMW X7 or the equally as popular Mercedes Benz GLS. In summarizing its review of the QX 80, the editors at Car and Driver gave it high marks for, “handsome styling, standard V8 power, plush and spacious cabin.” However, for low points, Car and Driver pointed out that the QX 80 “seems outdated compared to rivals.” I tend to agree, but not wholeheartedly. The German-made X7 and GLS have gone to smaller, more state-of-the-art engines that make up for the downsizing by adding a turbo charger or an electric battery EQ boost to give them more pep and better gas mileage. Additionally, inside the cabins, the German X7 and GLS seem to be a bit ahead of Infiniti when it comes to providing the latest infotainment and wide touch screen command center. Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with the operational functionality of Infiniti’s system, it just seems a bit dated with comparing it to what you get inside the X7 or GLS. However, all that being said, there is still room for the new Sensory model QX 80 if you are considering a full sized luxury SUV. There is a distinct difference in the way that the German made X7 and GLS feel and drive when compared to the Japanese made Infiniti. The Infiniti offers a smoother, more air-like ride. With the German models you get a stiffer, more performanceoriented ride. Is one better than the other? Who is to say? The true test is in the eye of the beholder. You have to get in and test drive these models and see for yourself which is more to your liking. In case your were wondering just how big the QX 80 is, according to Infiniti’s spec sheet this vehicle has a wheelbase 121.1 inches, an overall length of 210.2 inches, a width of 79.9 inches and stands 75.8 inches high. Peter Perrotta’s On The Road column appears weekly. For comments and questions he can be contacted at peter@capitalmotorcars.com
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Two incumbents appear to be re-elected to Princeton school board By LEA KAHN Staff Writer
Princeton voters appear to have returned two incumbent school board members for another term, and elected a newcomer to the Princeton Public Schools Board of Education in the Nov. 3 general election. Based on preliminary results updated on Nov. 7, which was current as of press time on Nov. 11, incumbent school board member Michele Tuck-Ponder is the top votegetter with 5,279 votes. Incumbent school board member Beth Behrend placed second in the vote tabulation, earning 5,127 votes. Newcomer Jean Durbin received 4,217 to take the third seat on the school board. Eight candidates are vying for three seats on the school board, including former school board member Bill Hare. He received 2,368 votes. The term is for three years. In addition to Behrend, Durbin and
Tuck-Ponder, candidates Adam Bierman received 3,004 votes; Hendricks Davis earned 1,445 votes; Paul Johnson garnered 2,864 votes; and Karen Lemon picked up 2,639 votes, as of press time. The vote tallies are unofficial and have not been certified by Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami-Covello. The deadline to count all votes is Nov. 20, which includes 710 provisional ballots in addition to the vote-by-mail ballots. The deadline to certify the election results to the State of New Jersey is Nov. 23. Behrend has lived in Princeton since 2001. She has three children, and worked for 20 years as a corporate attorney who advised companies on finances, joint ventures, governance and regulatory matters. Bierman grew up in Princeton and graduated from Princeton High School. He is a teacher in the state Division of Children and Family Services, working with at-risk
students in Trenton. He has one child who graduated from the Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton. Davis has lived in Princeton since 1973. He has no children in the public school district, but he has worked on behalf of students as the executive director of the Princeton Blairstown Center, and with Corner House and the Princeton Unified Middle School. Durbin is a 14-year resident of Princeton, and has two children. One child graduated from Princeton High School and her second child is a student at the high school. She leads the contract management program in Princeton University’s Office of Finance and Treasury. Hare, who served on the school board from 2017-19, has lived in Princeton since 2008. Two of his three children are graduates of Princeton High School and his third child is enrolled at the high school.
Johnson, who is a fourth-generation Princetonian, has three children enrolled in the Princeton Public Schools, two at the Community Park School and one at Princeton High School. He owns a sports training and mentoring company that specializes in student athletes. Lemon, who moved to Princeton 10 years ago, has two children who graduated from high school before the family moved to Princeton. She retired from AT&T, where she was a vice president and general manager responsible for running large corporate IT networks. Tuck-Ponder is a 29-year resident of Princeton and has two children. One child graduated from Princeton High School and her second child attends the Princeton Unified Middle School. She is the executive director of Destination Imagination Inc., which is a global creative problem-solving program for young people.
Win a full scholarship to Rider University Princeton raises daily rate to attract Business-minded high school students scription of their product or service at rid- substitute teachers to school district can win a full, four-year tuition scholarship to Rider University in the 2021 Norm Brodsky Business Concept Competition. The annual competition challenges high school seniors, juniors and sophomores to develop an innovative business idea and present it in front of a panel of judges. Seniors will compete for the grand prize of a full, four-year tuition scholarship, while juniors and sophomores will compete for cash prizes and the chance to automatically be entered into the senior competition when eligible. As this year’s competition is entirely virtual, it opens up the opportunity for additional applicants worldwide. “While the coronavirus pandemic has changed the delivery method for the competition, it actually allows us to have entries globally,” Lisa Teach ’02, ’09, director of Rider’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies and a visiting professor, said in a prepared statement. “This is my third year managing this competition after serving as a judge previously, and I am continually blown away by the creativity we’re seeing from the high school students.” Entrants must submit a 400 word de-
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Seeking substitute teachers to fill in for those who call out sick, the Princeton Public Schools Board of Education has raised the daily rate to entice would-be substitute teachers to step forward. The school board approved raising the per diem rate from $85 and $90 per day to a range of $95 to $105 per day. There are nearly 200 substitute teachers on the school district’s substitute teacher roll, but the district is always searching for more substitutes. “Due to COVID-19, we want to ensure that if staff is out sick, we have substitutes,” school board member Debra Bronfeld said at the school board’s Sept. 29 meeting. Bronfeld said the school district is increasing its daily rate to be more competitive with surrounding school districts and their substitute teacher pay scale. Prospective teachers need to have a minimum of 60 college credits, school district officials said. A bachelor’s degree is desirable, but the district will hire someone who earned 60 credits.
Becoming a substitute teacher is a good way to become involved in the school community, as well as serving as a realistic proving ground for anyone who may be looking for a full-time job in the Princeton Public Schools, officials said. Many school district teachers were on the list of substitute teachers and taught in the classroom on that basis, school district officials said. It is not unusual for a substitute teacher to find full-time work in the school district when there is a vacancy. Being a substitute teacher on a per diem, or daily, basis also allows for flexibility, school district officials said. Persons who are interested in becoming a substitute teacher can find additional information on the school district’s website at www.princetonk12.org, and by scrolling down to the human resources menu.
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n this time of high angst over the state of our democracy, job security, fiscal resources, housing insecurity/potential eviction, and, of course, our health during a raging pandemic, I have had the best time going to a party, albeit a virtual one. The celebration is known as a “rent party,” an annual event hosted by Housing Initiatives of Princeton (HIP). It all sounds like a cruel oxymoron, since celebratory party and rent and eviction and pandemic are words that seem completely at odds with one another. But it all makes perfect sense to those aficionados of Housing Initiatives of Princeton, which since 2004 has been helping low-income families avoid homelessness by providing service-enriched transitional housing and rental assistance programs. I always thought that HIP’s annual rent party was simply a vehicle to raise money so HIP could help its clients, on the verge of becoming homeless, pay their rent. My epiphany about rent parties occurred, however, after a conversation I had with Princeton University’s Wallace Best, a featured guest at this year’s HIP Rent Party. The director of the university’s Gender and Sexuality Studies Program and professor of religion and African American studies, Dr. Best explained that “in 2020, HIP’s rent party, is a fundraiser to benefit those whose lives are threatened by the loss of their home, but it also is so much more. It has a rich history and reflects community and humanity at their best.” A rent party, according to Professor Best, a specialist in African American religious history of the 19th and 20th centuries, is no new phenomenon. Born in the 1920s in Harlem, the rent party was a joyful community gathering hosted by tenants who were having problems paying their rent. The rent-insecure tenants would arrange for food and drink and live musicians at a time when Harlem, a very tight-knit community, was blessed with incredible musical talent. The host would invite people of all ages and backgrounds to come together for danc-
ing, drinking, eating and joyful socializing. There was a small entrance fee and the proceeds were used to pay the host’s rent. Rent parties had a “curious dual function” said Professor Best, who noted his own family’s housing insecurity of his youth in Washington, D.C. “Its first purpose was to provide a good time on Friday or Saturday night; the parties were known to be the highlight of the week. … And of course, the second purpose was to keep people in their home. But the overarching quality of the parties was community – people helping their neighbors, people enjoying their friends and neighbors. No one was embarrassed to need help, no one felt awkward giving help. In fact, people were eager to help – and to have such a good time at the same time.” Black tenants in Harlem during the 1920s and 1930s faced discriminatory rental rates. That, along with the generally lower salaries for Black workers, created a situation in which many people were short of rent money. The rent parties were originally meant to bridge that gap. “Rent parties were the great equalizer, mixing all economic classes – physicians and the janitors danced next to one another with equal amounts of joy,” he said. Professor Best became enamored with the rent party concept, when he was researching the writings of Langston Hughes, the internationally renowned American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and columnist. Professor Best discovered Harlem through the eyes of Langston Hughes, who painted Harlem with words that left an indelible imprint upon the sensibility of Dr. Best. “Rent parties fascinated Langston Hughes – and as a result I became fascinated as well. Rent parties seemed to disappear after the Depression but returned in the post-war era – with a little less pizzazz because the parties featured recorded music rather than live music from Harlem’s legendary jazz talents,” Dr. Best said.
Photo of old Rent Party tickets from the collection of Langston Hughes
Mr. Hughes collected Harlem Rent Party cards that advertised the parties and the featured musical entertainment at the party. At the top of the cards were lyrics from popular songs or made-up rhyming verses that intrigued the poet Langston Hughes, who considered these cards a physical manifestation of the Harlem he knew and loved so well. Translating the Harlem Rent Party of the 1920s to modern day Princeton, particularly during a pandemic, is somewhat of a “challenge, but in fact, the Rent Parties are more important than ever before in HIPs history,” said Carol Golden, chair of HIP. The 2020 rent party maybe is different from the rent party in the 1920s, but the underlying principle of the event is the same – “neighbors helping neighbors with rent in times of need.”
The series of Rent Party videos featuring speakers and jazz music is no substitute for an in-person gathering of people, but it has served the valuable goal of entertaining participants while informing people of “the dire need to respond to housing insecurity,” said Ms. Golden. In New Jersey, since 1960, rents have risen 61 percent, while incomes have only grown by 5 percent. Half of New Jersey’s one million renters are worried about making the rent. We know housing is health — and the COVID-19 crisis has confirmed it. Access to a safe and affordable home during this pandemic has literally been a matter of life and death, she noted. And a rent party may be just what the doctor – and the musician – ordered. To participate in HIP’s Rent Party, visit https://housinginitiativesofprinceton.org/.
Winners announced for 2020 Mercer County Artists Exhibit Tiffany Fang of Princeton took home Best in Show at the 2020 Mercer County Artists Exhibit, hosted by The Gallery at Mercer County Community College (MCCC), for her graphiteon-paper piece, Sun Spot. Another notable winner was MCCC alumna and 2019 Best in Show awardee Megan Serfass of Princeton Junction for her oil on canvas piece, Glitch. The show was held virtually using online conferencing on Oct. 29. The exhibition, an outgrowth of a partnership between the college and the Mercer County Cultural and Heritage Commission dating back to the mid-1990s, accepted 27 pieces from 21 artists, according to information provided by MCCC. The show was organized by Gallery Director Alice K. Thompson; juried by Colleen McCubbin Stepanic, a mixed media artist; and sponsored by Blick Art Materials. According to Thompson, it was initially feared that the exhibit would be one of the many events cancelled due to the coronavirus
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Tiffany Fang of Princeton took home Best in Show at the 2020 Mercer County Artists Exhibit, hosted by The Gallery at Mercer County Community College, for her graphite-on-paper piece, Sun Spot.
pandemic. “We decided to forge ahead and celebrate the arts at a time when we arguably need it most,” Thompson said in the statement. McCubbin was appreciative of the flexibility of the artists and the gallery to put on a virtual awards presentation, as well as the sense of intimacy the works created when displayed together. “The awarded works spoke to me, on some level, of the isolation and disorientation of our current moment,” McCubbin said in the statement. “Sun Spot’s quiet, intimate pencil marks drew me repeatedly to consider the upside of isolation. … [Janet Purcell’s] ‘The Moment in Time’s’ playful vignette is also a reminder of our detrimental isolation from our environment. And the fractured perspective of Glitchis a reminder of our mental state when isolation turns on us.” The show’s full list of winners includes: • Skull Drawing (Conte’ crayon on paper) by Larry Chestnut of Hamilton • Bahamian Magic (oil on board mounted
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Panel discussion will address COVID-19’s affect on homelessness By LEA KAHN Staff Writer
There have always been homeless and hungry families in Mercer County, but the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic dislocation has brought more families seeking help to HomeFront, the Lawrence Township-based nonprofit that helps the homeless and the working poor. HomeFront is bringing together several experts to discuss COVID-19’s impact on homelessness and hunger in a virtual panel discussion at 6 p.m. Nov. 19. The panel discussion, which is co-sponsored by the Princeton Public Library, is being held in conjunction with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, which will be observed Nov. 15-22. The panelists include Sarah Steward, HomeFront’s chief operating officer; Bernie Flynn, the chief executive officer of the Mercer Street Friends, which is a Trenton-based nonprofit whose food bank supplies food to numerous food pantries; and a former HomeFront client who will speak about her personal experiences with hunger and homelessness. Panelists also include Gregory Stankiewicz of the New Jersey Community Schools Coalition, and Emily Lemmerman of Princeton University’s Eviction Lab, which studies the causes and impacts of eviction. The panelists will focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people, locally and nationally, who are homeless or who earn very low incomes, as well as the impending eviction crisis. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week aims to edu-
cate the public and draw attention to the problem of poverty. Its goal is to build a base of volunteers and supporters for groups such as HomeFront and Mercer Street Friends. It was organized in 1975 by Villanova University students, according to its website, www.//hhweek.org. Connie Mercer, HomeFront’s founder and chief executive officer, said HomeFront is running the speaker panel – along with other ways for the community to get involved – during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week because the community has shown during the pandemic that it wants to get involved. “For those who are doing OK, they are aware that many of their neighbors are losing jobs, struggling to pay rent and their other bills, and they want to help. We are grateful that members of the community have reached out to us and asked what they can do to help,” Mercer said. There are hundreds of families who, for the first time in their lives, need help to feed their families, pay the rent, or to buy critical necessities such as diapers, Mercer said. Some of those families are former HomeFront donors or volunteers. HomeFront has experienced an unprecedented increase in need since the pandemic was declared in March, Mercer said. HomeFront has delivered more than 342,000 meals to families who have become homeless and who are living in motels, and at HomeFront’s Family Campus in Ewing Township. HomeFront also has opened a third food pantry at its FreeStore in Trenton, in addition to its food pantries at the Lawrence Community Center at 295 Eggerts Crossing Road
and at its headquarters at 1880 Princeton Ave. HomeFront also has given out nearly 385,000 diapers and wipes. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week gives HomeFront a chance to connect with the community and discuss the current situation, and to join together to find ways to help neighbors in need, Mercer said. The panel discussion is one of the four ways to learn more and to get involved, she said. In addition to the panel discussion, HomeFront is holding a pop-up information and drop-off center at 63 Palmer Square in Princeton on Nov. 15 from noon to 5 p.m. The community can learn more about the situation and how to help. Donations of non-perishable food, coats, diapers, wipes and baby formula will be accepted. HomeFront also is offering a virtual tour of its headquarters at 1880 Princeton Ave. in Lawrence on Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. and Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. Finally, HomeFront’s ArtSpace program is holding its annual Art for the Holidays event that highlights artwork created by HomeFront clients. It showcases work created by clients and local artists to benefit homeless families. Artwork can be purchased online or by appointment. Visit www.homefrontnj.org for log-in details to the free panel discussion, or call 609-989-9417, ext. 133. For the ArtSpace program, visit www.artjamnj.org. For more information about HomeFront, visit www.homefrontnj.org.
Princeton Mobile Food Pantry thanks supporters, seeks additional donations The Princeton Mobile Food Pantry (PMFP) is a grassroots organization that has operated in various forms since 2010. In 2017, we established a partnership with Mercer Street Friends Food Bank and offered a weekly pickup for over 300 people at the Henry Pannell Learning Center. Under COVID-19, we became independent and mobile, changed our name to the Princeton Mobile Food Pantry, and shifted to biweekly deliveries of fresh groceries to over 500 foodinsecure people. Our primary focus is on families with children in Princeton Public Schools, all of whom range in age, race, identity, background, and mobility. A volunteer-led collective, we support our neighbors through various networks and collaboration with community partners. To date, we have supplied nearly 3,000 orders of fresh groceries and referred over 30 people to partner organizations, and engaged nearly 100 volunteers ranging from age 4 (food drive) to senior citizens (making deliveries), all stepping up to help nourish families in our community. The PMFP team would like to thank our many volunteers and supporters – from the food packers to the delivery people
to the financial donors to the countless organizations – who have helped to address food insecurity in Princeton: McCaffrey’s Food Market Princeton Princeton Mutual Aid Cornerstone Community Kitchen I Support the Girls The Golden Lotus Project The Bag Project Princeton Community Democratic Organization R + K=Smiles BEACON (Black Educators Affirming Coalition Opportunities and Network) Community Park, Johnson Park, Riverside, Littlebrook and PUMS school gardens Morven Museum and Garden Honey Brook Organic Farm Whole Foods Market Share My Meals Small World Coffee Mercer Street Friends Food Bank The Bagel Nook
Princeton business leader appointed Middle States commissioner The Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS) announced the appointment of business leader John Sturges as a commissioner. Sturges is one of six commissioners recently appointed to MSA-CESS. “I am pleased to welcome John back to Middle States,” Lisa Marie McCauley, Ed.D., president of the MSACESS, said in a prepared statement. “John’s business acumen along with his commitment to improving education around the world are valuable assets to our organization and the schools we serve.” Sturges served for 33 years as the president and managing director of Siebrand-Wilton Associates, a human resources consulting firm in Marlboro, and was responsible for managing the firm’s consulting practices across the United States, according to the statement. His clients included at least 50 major diverse corporations. A graduate of Harvard University with a degree in economics, Sturges also earned an MBA and a doctorate in business administration. He holds multiple professional credentials.
Throughout his esteemed career, Sturges has served on numerous corporate, professional, academic, and community boards and committees, including the Middle States Commissions. “I am honored to again serve as Middle States Commissioner,” Sturges, who lives in Princeton, said in the statement. “I believe in the Middle States mission of improving the quality of education in the United States and around the world, and I am happy to be able to use my business background to help the organization achieve its strategic goals.” Based in Philadelphia, the Middle States Association is the worldwide leader in accreditation and school improvement. For over 130 years, Middle States has been helping school leaders establish and reach their goals, develop strategic plans, promote staff development and advance student achievement. With more than 2,500 accredited schools and school systems in 34 states and over 100 countries, MSA-CESS is proud of its continuing legacy and its ongoing innovations to meet the challenges of improving education in the 21st century. For more information, visit www.msa-cess.org.
Mota9 Creative Group expands services with new division specializing in growth marketing Mota9 Creative Group, a Princeton-based agency with divisions for consumer packaged goods and life sciences, has recently launched a new division, The Grovery. The Grovery is a business-to-business (B2B) growth marketing agency that partners with clients to create authentic digital experiences. Focused on the full funnel, The Grovery designs and executes end-to-end digital strategies and data-driven marketing programs to achieve sustainable growth, according to information provided by the company. “In the last eight to ten years, we’ve seen such a rapid digital transformation in the B2B landscape, and it’s only accelerated this year because of the pandemic. We’ve stacked this division with a talented group of high performance strategists, marketers, creatives and analysts who have a solid understanding of how to guide a growth marketing strategy to best address the goals of an organization,” co-owner Larry Granozio said in the statement. The Grovery is headquartered in Princeton but recruits talent across various geographies to meet the demand and deadlines from B2B customers worldwide. At the helm of The Grovery are New Jersey natives Jessica Getz and Theresa Dunn. Getz, who has worked at Mota9 for the past five years overseeing both strategy and marketing for numer-
ous consumer and healthcare clients, will expand her role into chief growth officer. Her 15-year background consists of designing and executing complex, effective marketing strategies in highly collaborative, fast-paced, geographically dispersed environments, according to the statement. Dunn recently joined The Grovery as head of Digital Partnerships, and is responsible for cultivating and maintaining client relationships. A modern marketer with 12 years of experience, she has worked with organizations to drive brand to demand experiences, digital marketing programs and media engagement strategies in both the B2B and B2B2C landscapes, according to the statement. “The market landscape is constantly evolving. Organizations need to rely on a mix of marketing methods across channels to identify the most efficient and effective ways to achieve scalable growth,” Getz said in the statement. “Brands no longer want fluff from an agency. Brand building and activation should be blended to have the greatest impact to grow customer acquisition and retention,” Dunn said in the statement. The Grovery will offer traditional marketing and digital marketing services with a focus on providing sustained value. To learn more about The Grovery or to set up a free consultation, visit www.thegrovery.com.
The Chinese Christian Community Ecclesia The Jewish Center of Princeton Princeton Unified Middle School PTO Princeton Charter School Farminary at Princeton Theological Seminary And the 100s of private donors and volunteers However, our work is still not done and the need remains very high due to the pandemic. We are seeking to raise $20,000 in order to provide fresh groceries to our neighbors through the end of 2020. Please consider supporting PMFP and help us help our neighbors by making a financial donation, and being a bright spot in this very difficult year. Thank you. To donate cash, a check or a gift card, email pmfpantry@ gmail.com to make arrangements. Cash App using $pmfpantry. Donate via PayPal using a bank transfer or PayPal balance, and select “Sending to a friend.” Venmo @pmfpantry (last four digits: 7574). Zelle: pmfpantry@gmail.com The Princeton Mobile Food Pantry Team Princeton
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Princeton Ballet School studios equipped with air purification systems
Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, installed ionizer air purification systems within its HVAC equipment as part of its facility safety investments. The Global Plasma Solutions (GPS) Needlepoint Bi-Polar Ionization technology embedded in these systems also kills pathogens such as the COVID-19 virus, according a statement provided by the school. GPS technology has been proven to have a very high effectiveness in killing the SARS Cov2 virus, which causes COVID-19. The GPS purification system has been added to all the school’s three locations in Princeton, Cranbury and New Brunswick. “These ionization systems add an extra layer of protection, working in conjunction with our comprehensive day-to-day safety protocols to protect the health and safety of our students and employees,” Julie Diana Hench, executive director, said in the statement. GPS’ technology generates a high concentration of positively and negatively charged
ions. These ions travel through the air continuously seeking out and attaching themselves to particles. When these ions come into contact with pathogens, they disrupt pathogens’ surface proteins, rendering them inactive and unable to spread, according to the statement. This system is now installed worldwide in schools, hospitals, hotels, as well as large corporations. Princeton Ballet School’s safety measures have been developed in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local guidelines. All recommended protocols are being implemented during the school’s phased reopening to help protect the health and wellness of our students, employees and community. Enrollment is ongoing for all levels, age 3 to adult. Princeton Ballet School offers classes in classical ballet, contemporary, modern dance, flamenco, CardioBallet, biomechanics, and more. Both in-person and virtual options are available, in addition to performance opportunities. For more information, visit arballet.org.
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Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, installed ionizer air purification systems within its HVAC equipment as part of its facility safety investments.
Gov. Murphy signs bill banning single-use paper and plastic bags Gov. Phil Murphy has signed S-864 – which prohibits the use of single-use plastic bags and paper bags in all stores and food service businesses statewide – into law. Murphy said the new law is a significant step to reduce harm and pollution those products cause to the Garden State’s environment. “Plastic bags are one of the most problematic forms of garbage, leading to millions of discarded bags that stream annually into our landfills, rivers and oceans,” Murphy said. “We are addressing the problem of plastic pollution head on with solutions that will help mitigate climate change and strengthen our environment for future generations.” According to a press release from the governor’s office, beginning in May 2022, plastic and paper single-use bags, as well as disposable food containers and cups made out of polystyrene foam, will be banned. Moving forward, the focus throughout the state will be on using reusable bags. The following products will be exempt for an additional two years after May 2022: • Disposable, long-handled polystyrene foam soda spoons when required and used for thick drinks; • Portion cups of 2 ounces or less, if used
for hot foods or foods requiring lids; • Meat and fish trays for raw or butchered meat, including poultry, or fish that is sold from a refrigerator or similar retail appliance; • Any food product pre-packaged by the manufacturer with a polystyrene foam food service product; • Any other polystyrene foam food service product as determined necessary by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Under the new law, food service businesses will be allowed to provide single-use plastic straws only upon request starting in November 2021, according to the press release. “From our cities to our shores, single-use plastic bags unnecessarily litter New Jersey’s most treasured spaces and pollute our ecosystems,” DEP Commissioner Catherine R. McCabe was quoted as saying in the press release. “By banning single-use plastic bags, Gov. Murphy and our Legislature continue to make New Jersey a national leader in environmental protection and the DEP stands ready to implement these new measures and educate the public,” she said. “The health and safety of future genera-
tions depend on the choices we make today. Single-use plastic products are one of the single greatest threats to our oceans, environment and health,” said Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin (D-Middlesex). “Many of our municipalities have already taken steps to limit the use of carryout bags and containers; now it’s time for the state to act. This is the strongest law implemented in the nation to curb the use of these products and maintains New Jersey’s stance as a leader in environmental protection,” she said. “It’s a good day for marine critters and the power of the people,” Clean Ocean Action Executive Director Cindy Zipf was quoted as saying in the press release. “For over 35 years, thousands of COA’s beach sweep volunteers have collected more than 7.2 million pieces of trash, mostly plastic, off New Jersey’s beaches. “Thanks to Gov. Murphy and the Legislature, we have successfully drawn a line in the sand and made New Jersey a world leader in reducing the plastic plague on this marvel of a planet,” she said. “This is a great day. New Jersey has now become a national leader in going after plastics and protecting our environment,” said
Jeff Tittel, director of the New Jersey Sierra Club. “This statewide plastic ban will help protect our rivers and streams from plastic that has been known to kill whales, get into our environment and into us. “This comprehensive plastic ban not only bans plastic bags, but also polystyrene and the offering of plastic straws. This is a critical step forward when it comes to protecting our environment from plastics,” he said. Jennifer Coffey, the executive director of the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions, said, “This law marks a monumental step forward in the fight against the fossil fuel industry and their production of disposable plastics, and a win for wildlife, clean rivers and our ocean. “After years of local officials taking steady, incremental steps toward banning single-use plastic by passing 130 local ordinances, we are finally doing away with polluting plastic bags and polystyrene food containers for good. “This law is a product of many stakeholders and legislators working together to ensure all voices are heard, and we thank Gov. Murphy for signing this bill into law,” Coffey said.
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ArtJam and holiday market support artists, and local families experiencing homelessness ArtJam for the Holidays is a re-imagined art event, supporting homeless families, and taking a creative approach while keeping visitors safe and socially distant. From Nov. 14 to Dec. 12, ArtJam for the Holidays will display the art of professional artists and undiscovered artists who have experienced homelessness. In addition to an online gallery (www. artjamnj.org), the art can be viewed and purchased in HomeFront’s new Blue Garage Gallery at the Family Campus in Ewing. HomeFront’s Blue Garage Gallery officially opens with ArtJam for the Holidays, its inaugural art event. Featuring more than 50 local and regional artists, ArtSpace artists and SewingSpace creators, it offers oneof-a-kind art for sale, including paintings, pottery, glasswork and hand-sewn items, according to a statement from HomeFront. ArtJam is a pop-up art exhibition typically held in Palmer Square in Princeton. Due to the COVID-19 situation, ArtJam was offered virtually in an online gallery this summer. “We are very grateful for all of the community support for ArtJam, throughout the years, and especially during these uncertain times when we moved the display and sales online,” Ruthann Traylor, director of Artspace/SewingSpace at HomeFront, said in the statement. “We were so pleased with our success of ArtJam Online and our Holiday Market in 2019 that we are producing an exciting new event – ArtJam for the Holidays which combines both.” ArtJam for the Holidays goes live on Nov. 14 supporting ArtSpace, the therapeutic art program at HomeFront. “Not only are these events fundraisers, they have a significant impact on encouraging the HomeFront artists and boosting their feelings of self-worth. Shoppers are supporting these budding entrepreneurs as they gain business skills and opportunities,” Traylor said in the statement. National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, Nov. 15-23, coincides with the month-long ArtJam for the Holidays event. During National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, programs are planned throughout the nation to raise awareness of the prevalence of struggling Americans, especially children. “Families in the Mercer area should not have to worry about whether they will have food on their plate or a roof over their head. We have seen a real increase in the needs of many residents in these times of economic downturn,” HomeFront Founder and CEO Connie Mercer said in the statement. Visit the Blue Garage by appointment for a personal shopping experience or purchase items online. “Bringing together the work of professional and aspiring artists makes ArtJam for the Holidays a different exhibit from a traditional art show,” Traylor said in the statement. “A dedicated team of volunteers and I have transformed a utilitarian outbuilding
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ArtJam for the Holidays features the works of more than 50 artists. Proceeds will help support the artists and ArtSpace programs.
into a professional art venue. We are excited to have our inaugural event in the Blue Garage in time for the holiday season.” Traylor added, “Through transforming this former storage garage we bring both awesome art and the important stories of HomeFront’s work to the community.” The gallery will be available online from Nov. 14 to Dec. 12. Visiting the Blue Garage will be by appointment only with adherence to safety and social distancing. Appointments can be made 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, or noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. To make an appointment, visit www.signupgenius.com/ go/10c0d48acaf2aabf8c16-2020 For more information on ArtJam for the Holidays, volunteering or sponsorship opportunities, Traylor 609-883-7500, ext. 316, RuthannT@homefrontnj.org For more information about ArtSpace, ArtJam and the Blue Garage visit: www. artjamnj.org Since its founding 29 years ago, HomeFront has worked to end family homelessness in Central New Jersey by breaking the cycle of poverty through the provision of shelter, skills for a self-sustaining life and hope. HomeFront has developed a sophisticated network of supportive housing and social services for very low-income households who are either homeless or at high risk of becoming so. Recognized as a four-star charity by Charity Navigator, 90% of every dollar raised is dedicated to programs that directly help clients. For more information about how you can help, visit www.homefrontnj.org or call 609-989-9417.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Area resident disappointed in Princeton council’s treatment of discussion about Columbus Day On Sept. 30 I was before the Town Council of Princeton. I would like to clarify that I am not a resident of Princeton. The reason I appeared before the Town Council was the disenchantment I had with their attempt to de emphasize Christopher Columbus Day by having a Native American Day on the same day. Certainly, the Native Americans deserve at least a month to celebrate their heritage and contributions. Councilwoman Leticia Fraga’s assertion that the resolution states this is not to replace Columbus Day is without merit. First, a Town Council cannot replace a federal statute, resolution or otherwise, it has no jurisdiction to do so. Second, the placement in the resolution that it does not replace Columbus Day is consummate with putting the phrase, “This does not discriminate against African Americans in a Jim Crow statute.” It is sheer prejudice and bigotry, whether intentional or in fact, not to take into account the institution of Columbus Day by President Benjamin Harrison. President Harrison was a moral man and genuinely felt the Italians were discriminated against. The evidentiary facts at the council meeting showed the number of African Americans, including one Native American, who felt it would be wrong to eliminate Columbus Day. The board, except for Councilman Dwaine Williamson, did not entertain what I had said with serious discussion. A former councilman called, stating he was happy to be home in his pajamas so he did not have to deal with this.
Sadly, Mayor Liz Lempert laughed, thinking this type of conduct was humorous. Ms. Fraga reiterated the resolution did not intend to replace Columbus Day and how she “likes” the Italian culture. Mia Sacks and Eve Neidergang said nothing. May I remind those council members just mentioned, you should heed the words of Professor Cornell West who said, “You must let suffering speak if you want to hear the truth.” All those who attend council meetings should be treated with dignity. This insult to free speech was further compounded by Councilwoman Michelle Pirone Lambros saying she was 100% Italian and welcomed all to engage. This type of futile grandstanding has no place at a board meeting. However, Williamson admitted Italians were discriminated against and then discussed Columbus and why he was controversial. The residents of Princeton should be proud of Mr. Williamson – he showed a willingness to dialogue, conducting himself with integrity. Mr. Williamson truly took to heart the words of Noam Chomsky, “If we don’t believe in freedom of expression for people we despise, we don’t believe in it at all.” To Mayor Liz Lempert and those council members Ms. Lambros, Ms. Sacks, Ms Niedergang, and Ms. Fraga, pajama justice will not be tolerated. Daniel Anthony Guerriero Hamilton
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE $24,000,000* GENERAL IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 2020 OF PRINCETON, IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY (Book-Entry-Only Bonds)/(Callable)
amount outstanding (the “Redemption Price”) plus interest accrued to the date of redemption upon notice as required herein. Notice of redemption shall be given by mailing by first class mail in a sealed envelope with postage prepaid to the registered owners of the Bonds not less than thirty (30) days nor more than sixty (60) days prior to the date fixed for redemption. Such mailing shall be to the owners of such Bonds at their respective addresses as they last appear on the registration books kept for that purpose by Princeton or a duly appointed bond registrar. Any failure of the securities depository to advise any of its participants or any failure of any participant to notify any beneficial owner of any notice of redemption shall not affect the validity of the redemption proceedings. If Princeton determines to redeem a portion of the Bonds prior to maturity, the Bonds to be redeemed shall be selected by Princeton; the Bonds to be redeemed having the same maturity shall be selected by the securities depository in accordance with its regulations.
SUMMARY ISSUER:
Princeton, in the County of Mercer, New Jersey
PAR AMOUNT:
$24,000,000*
SECURITY:
General Obligations of Princeton
TAX-EXEMPT:
Yes
RATING:
To be assigned
TYPE OF SALE:
Electronic Open Auction with Two Minute Rule (See Bidding Details Item (7) herein)
AGENT:
MuniAuction. See “Bidding Details” herein.
So long as Cede & Co., as nominee for DTC, is the registered owner of the Bonds, Princeton shall send redemption notices only to Cede & Co.
SALE DATE & BID TIME: December 2, 2020 at 11:00 AM to 11:15 AM with Two Minute Rule applicable. Award by 2:00 PM
If notice of redemption has been given as provided herein, the Bonds or the portion thereof called for redemption shall be due and payable on the date fixed for redemption at the Redemption Price, together with accrued interest to the date fixed for redemption. Interest shall cease to accrue on the redeemed Bonds after the date fixed for redemption and no further interest shall accrue beyond the redemption date. Payment shall be made upon surrender of the Bonds redeemed. Registration and Admission to Bid
DATED DATE:
Date of Delivery
DELIVERY DATE:
December 17, 2020
INTEREST PAYMENT DATES:
June 15 and December 15, commencing June 15, 2021
CALL DATE:
December 15, 2027 @ par for Bonds maturing on or after December 15, 2028.
MINIMUM BID:
$24,000,000 (Par)
To bid by MuniAuction, Bidders must first visit MuniAuction where, if they have never registered with either MuniAuction or Grant Street, they can register and then request admission to bid on the Bonds. Bidders will be notified prior to the scheduled bidding time of their eligibility to bid. Only NASD registered broker-dealers or dealer banks with DTC clearing arrangements will be eligible to bid. Bidders who have previously registered with MuniAuction may call MuniAuction at (412) 391-5555 (ext. 370 Auction Support) for their ID Number or password. Rules governing the sale and the rules applicable to MuniAuction are available in the full Notice of Sale at www.GrantStreet.com. Bidding Details
MAXIMUM BID:
$25,680,000 (Par plus 7% original issue premium)
BID SECURITY:
Good Faith Check or wire transfer in the amount of $480,000 received by Princeton (prior to bidding) or Financial Surety Bond from Sure-Bid
BASIS OF AWARD:
True Interest Cost
LEGAL OPINION:
McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC, Roseland, New Jersey
OFFERING STATEMENT: Preliminary Official Statement available at www.GrantStreet.com
Bidders should be aware of the following bidding details associated with the sale of the Bonds: (1) BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT A GOOD FAITH CHECK, WIRE TRANSFER OR A FINANCIAL SURETY BOND IN THE AMOUNT OF $480,000 PAYABLE TO PRINCETON NO LATER THAN 10:30 A.M. ON THE SALE DATE. HOWEVER, BIDDERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT CHECKS OR WIRES ON THE DAY PRIOR TO THE SALE DATE TO ASSURE RECEIPT OF PAYMENT BY PRINCETON AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
________________________ *Preliminary, subject to change
Sandra Webb Chief Financial Officer Princeton 400 Witherspoon Street Princeton, NJ 08540
NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that bids will be received by Princeton, in the County of Mercer, New Jersey (“Princeton”), for the purchase of $24,000,000* original principal amount of Princeton’s General Improvement Bonds, Series 2020 (the “Bonds”). All Bids (as defined below) must be submitted in their entirety on Grant Street Group’s MuniAuction website (“MuniAuction”) prior to 11:15 a.m., New Jersey time, on December 2, 2020, unless otherwise extended by the two-minute rule described herein (see “Bidding Details”). The auction will begin at 11:00 a.m., New Jersey time, on December 2, 2020 (the “Bid Date”). To bid via MuniAuction, Bidders (as defined below) must have (1) completed the registration form on either MuniAuction or Grant Street Group website (parent of MuniAuction, herein referred to as “Grant Street”), (2) requested and received admission to Princeton’s auction, as described herein (see “Registration and Admission to Bid”), and (3) submitted a good faith check or Financial Surety Bond, payable to Princeton, in the amount of $480,000 prior to the Bid Date (see Bidding Details below). The use of MuniAuction shall be at the Bidder’s risk and expense, and Princeton shall have no liability with respect thereto. Preliminary and Final Official Statement Princeton’s Preliminary Official Statement (the “POS”), to be dated on or about November 24, 2020, is available for viewing in electronic format on MuniAuction. The website is located at www.GrantStreet. com. In addition, broker-dealers registered with the National Association of Securities Dealers (the “NASD”) and dealer banks with The Depository Trust Company (“DTC”) clearing arrangements may either: (a) print out a copy of the POS on their own printer or (b) at any time prior to the Sale Date, elect to receive a photocopy of the POS in the mail by requesting it by calling Princeton’s bond counsel, Edward J. McManimon, III, Esq., of McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC (“Bond Counsel”), 75 Livingston Avenue, Roseland, New Jersey 07068 (telephone no. 973-622-5028), or attention of Sandra S. Jessup, Paralegal (telephone no. 973-622-5258) or Princeton’s Municipal Advisor, Phoenix Advisors, LLC (the “Municipal Advisor”), Sherry Tracey, 625 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, New Jersey 08505 (telephone no. 609-291-0130). All Bidders must review the POS and certify that they have done so prior to participating in the bidding. The POS is deemed by Princeton to be final as of its date for purposes of SEC Rule 15c2-12(b) (1) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, except for the omission of information concerning the offering price(s), interest rate(s), selling compensation, aggregate principal amount of the Bonds and any other terms or provisions to be determined from the successful Bid(s) or depending on such matters, and the identity of the underwriter(s). The POS is, however, subject to such further revisions, amendments and completion in a Final Official Statement (the “Final Official Statement”) as may be necessary. Princeton, at its expense, will make available to the winning Bidder a reasonable number of Final Official Statements within seven (7) business days following the date of acceptance of the Bid.
BIDDERS SUBMITTING GOOD FAITH CHECKS SHOULD ALSO ENCLOSE A RETURN ENVELOPE FOR USE BY PRINCETON. BIDDERS SUBMITTING A WIRE SHOULD CONTACT PRINCETON’S MUNICIPAL ADVISOR, SHERRY TRACEY (TELEPHONE NO. 609-291-0130), TO OBTAIN THE WIRE INSTRUCTIONS. UNSUCCESSFUL BIDDERS SUBMITTING THE GOOD FAITH DEPOSIT BY WIRE TRANSFER SHALL, NO LATER THAN THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON THE SALE DATE OF THE BONDS, PROVIDE THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER IN WRITING WITH WIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RETURN OF SUCH UNSUCCESSFUL BIDDER’S GOOD FAITH DEPOSIT. IN THE EVENT THAT PRINCETON FAILS TO RETURN ANY GOOD FAITH WIRES IN A TIMELY FASHION, PRINCETON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR MONETARY DAMAGES, REMEDY BEING HEREBY SPECIFICALLY LIMITED TO SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE. (2) All Bids must be submitted on the MuniAuction website at www.GrantStreet.com. telephone, telefax, telegraph or personal delivery Bids will be accepted.
No
(3) All Bids for the Bonds must be submitted on an AON basis. Bidders may change and submit Bids as provided for herein, but a submitted Bid may not be withdrawn. (4) Bidders may bid to purchase Bonds from Princeton with a bid premium in an amount not in excess of seven percent (7%) of the par amount of the Bonds, representing a bid price of not in excess of $25,680,000. No Bid will be considered if the Bid is to purchase Bonds at a price less than 100% of the principal amount thereof. Princeton may, and expects to, after the receipt and opening of bids, adjust the maturity schedule of the Bonds, as set forth in more detail under “Principal Amortization” above. (5) Each proposal submitted must name the rate or rates of interest per annum to be borne by the Bonds and the rate or rates named must be multiples of 1/8 or 1/20 of 1%. The difference between the highest and lowest interest rates named in the Bid shall not exceed two percent (2%) per annum. Not more than one rate may be named for Bonds of the same maturity. There is no limitation on the number of rates that may be named. Each proposal submitted must state the purchase price, which must be not less than par. The Bonds will be awarded to the Bidder on whose Bid the total loan may be made at the lowest true interest cost (“TIC”). Such TIC shall be calculated as described below. No proposal shall be considered that offers to pay an amount less than the principal amount of Bonds offered for sale or under which the total loan is made at a TIC higher than the lowest TIC to Princeton under any legally acceptable proposal. The purchaser must also pay an amount equal to the interest on the Bonds accrued to the date of payment of the purchase price, if applicable. (6) Bidders are only permitted to submit Bids for the Bonds during the bidding period.
________________________ *Preliminary, subject to change Types of Bids Allowed Subject to the Bid requirements described below, Bids for the Bonds must be submitted on an “Allor-None” (“AON”) basis for the entire amount of $24,000,000*. There will be only one CUSIP assigned to each annual maturity of the issue. First, a Bidder must submit a conforming Bid for the entire issue, and if such Bid is accepted by Princeton, the Bidder will be required to purchase the entire issue in accordance with such Bid. Interest Payment Dates; Description of the Bonds The Bonds will be dated their date of delivery and will bear interest from such date payable semiannually on each June 15 and December 15, commencing on June 15, 2021. Interest shall be computed on the basis of a 30-day month/360-day year. Principal Amortization
(7) If any Bid on the auction becomes a leading Bid two (2) minutes, or less, prior to the end of the auction, then the auction will be automatically extended by two (2) minutes from the time such Bid was received by MuniAuction. The auction end time will continue to be extended, indefinitely, until a single leading Bid remains the leading Bid for at least two (2) minutes. (8) Bidders may change and submit Bids as many times as they wish during the bidding time period; however, each and any Bid submitted subsequent to a Bidder’s initial Bid must result in a lower True Interest Cost (as defined herein and referred to as “TIC”) when compared to the immediately preceding Bid of such Bidder. In the event the revised Bid does not produce a lower TIC, the prior Bid will remain valid. (9) The last Bid submitted by a Bidder before the end of the bidding time period will be compared to all other final Bids submitted by others to determine the winning Bidder or Bidders. (10)During the bidding, no Bidder will see any other Bidder’s Bid, but Bidders will be able to see the ranking of their Bid relative to other Bids (i.e., “Leader”, “Cover”, “3rd”, etc.). Rules of MuniAuction
The Bonds shall mature on December 15 as set forth in the following table: Year Principal Amount Year Principal Amount 2021 $1,750,000 2027 $2,200,000 2022 $1,775,000 2028 $2,200,000 2023 $1,825,000 2029 $2,200,000 2024 $1,850,000 2030 $2,200,000 2025 $1,875,000 2031 $2,200,000 2026 $1,925,000 2032 $2,000,000 Princeton may and expects to, after the receipt and opening of bids, adjust the maturity schedule of the Bonds; provided, however, that (i) no maturity schedule adjustment shall exceed 10% upward or downward of the principal for any maturity as specified herein, and (ii) the aggregate adjustment to the maturity schedule shall not exceed 10% upward or downward of the aggregate principal amount of Bonds, as specified herein, and the aggregate principal amount of Bonds, as adjusted, will not exceed $24,000,000. The dollar amount bid by the winning Bidder shall be adjusted to reflect any adjustments in the aggregate principal amount of the Bonds to be issued. The adjusted Bid price will reflect changes in the dollar amount of the underwriter’s discount and the original issue premium or discount, but will not change the per bond underwriter’s discount, as calculated from the original Bid, and the Initial Public Offering Prices required to be delivered to Princeton, as stated herein. ________________________ *Preliminary, subject to change
The rules of MuniAuction (the “Rules”) can be viewed on MuniAuction and are incorporated herein by reference. Bidders must comply with the Rules in addition to the requirements of the Notice of Sale for Princeton’s Bonds dated the date hereof (the “Notice of Sale”). To the extent there is a conflict between the Rules and the Notice of Sale, the Notice of Sale shall control. Definitions “Bid”
any confirmed purchase offer received by MuniAuction on or before the auction deadline.
“Bidder”
any firm registered with either MuniAuction or Grant Street and approved for participation in auctions.
“True Interest Cost (TIC)”
“Winning Bid”
true interest cost shall be computed in each instance by determining the interest rate, compounded semiannually, necessary to discount the debt service payments to the date of the bonds and to the price bid, excluding interest accrued to the delivery date. The TIC serves as the basis for awarding bonds to the winning Bidder. any purchase offer made by a Bidder by clicking the “Submit Bid” button and received by MuniAuction that, at the end of the bidding time period, results in the lowest TIC acceptable to Princeton.
Bid Procedure and Basis of Award
Book-Entry-Only The Bonds will be issued in book-entry-only form, initially in the name of Cede & Co., as nominee for DTC. Purchasers will not receive certificates representing their interests in the Bonds. Individual purchases will be in the principal amount of $5,000 or any integral multiple in excess thereof. Payments of principal, interest and redemption premium, if any, will be made by the paying agent to DTC for subsequent disbursement to DTC participants to then be remitted to the beneficial owners of the Bonds. Redemption Provisions The Bonds maturing prior to December 15, 2028 are not subject to redemption prior to their stated maturities. The Bonds maturing on or after December 15, 2028 are redeemable at the option of Princeton in whole or in part on any date on or after December 15, 2027 at 100% of the principal
Subject to the right reserved by Princeton to reject any or all Bids, the Bonds will be sold to the Bidder whose Bid produces the lowest TIC for Princeton and otherwise complies with the Notice of Sale. Bids must remain valid until at least 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, on the Sale Date, and if accepted by Princeton, prior to such time, shall be irrevocable except as otherwise provided in the Notice of Sale. Upon selection of the winning Bidder, Princeton will execute an award certificate to award the Bonds and will promptly communicate with the winning Bidder by telephone, e-mail or fax. Bid Security and Method of Payment for Bonds A Good Faith Deposit (“Deposit”) in the form of a certified or cashier’s check, wire transfer (wiring instructions can be obtained from Princeton’s Bond Counsel or Municipal Advisor) or a Financial Surety
PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $308.70 Affidavit: $15.00 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF PRINCETON
MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF PRINCETON
NOTICE is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Ordinance #2020-41 An Ordinance by the Municipality of Princeton Concerning Discrimination in Real Property and Amending Chapter 11 of the “Code of the Borough of Princeton, New Jersey, 1974” And Chapter 5B of the “Code of the Township of Princeton, New Jersey, 1968” was introduced on first reading at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of Princeton held on November 9, 2020.
NOTICE is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Ordinance #2020-42 An Ordinance by the Municipality of Princeton Concerning Housing and Buildings, and Amending Chapter 16 of the “Code of the Borough of Princeton, New Jersey, 1974” And Chapter 5 and 10 of the “Code of the Township of Princeton, New Jersey, 1968” was introduced on first reading at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of Princeton held on November 9, 2020.
Said ordinance is available to the public, free of charge, in the Office of the Clerk, 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey and on the Princeton Municipal Website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/ordinance-pages/2020-ordinances
Said ordinance is available to the public, free of charge, in the Office of the Clerk, 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey and on the Princeton Municipal Website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/ordinance-pages/2020-ordinances NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said ordinance will be will be further considered for final passage after a public hearing thereon on December 7, 2020 at a meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Princeton Municipal Building, Witherspoon Hall, 400 Witherspoon Street, in the Main Meeting Room at which time and place any person interested may be heard.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said ordinance will be will be further considered for final passage after a public hearing thereon on December 7, 2020 at a meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Princeton Municipal Building, Witherspoon Hall, 400 Witherspoon Street, in the Main Meeting Room at which time and place any person interested may be heard.
Delores A. Williams Municipal Clerk
Delores A. Williams Municipal Clerk
PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $25.20
PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $26.25
SUMMARY OR SYNOPSIS OF AUDIT REPORT FOR PUBLICATION Bond in the amount of $480,000, to theoforder of Princeton, is required Summarypayable or Synopsis the 2019 Audit Report of the for each Bid to be considered. If a check is used,Mercer it must be aInsurance certified treasurer’s or cashier’s check and must be County Fund Commission provided to Princeton prior to 10:30 a.m. on the Sale bids to be submitted. If a wire transfer As Required by Date N.J.S.for 40A:5-7 is used, such wire must be received by Princeton prior to 10:30 a.m. on the Sale Date. Each bidder Comparative Net Position accepts responsibility for delivering such checkStatements or wire onoftime and Princeton is not responsible for As on of December 2019 and 2018 any check or wire that is not received time. If a 31, Financial Surety Bond is used, it must be from an insurance company licensed to issue such a bond in the State of New Jersey and approved by the 2018 bond Director of the Division of Local Government Services of New Jersey2019 (the “Director”), and such mustASSETS be submitted to Princeton prior to 10:30 a.m. on the Sale Date at the address referred to above. Cash and Equivalents $2,791,490 $1,215,119 At present, theCash Director has approved the use of Sure-Bid, a division of Financial Security Assurance Inc. Use Investment of any otherinFinancial Surety Bond must be approved by the Director prior to the Bid and1,155,179 will not Joint Ventures 1,363,975 be accepted by Princeton unless evidence of such approval is provided prior to the Bid. The14,623,518 Financial Contributions Receivable 14,593,668 Surety BondReturn must identify the Bidder whose Deposit is guaranteed by such Financial Surety Bond. If Surplus Receivable 93,099 22,069 the Bonds are awarded to the winning Bidder utilizing a Financial Surety Bond, then Reimbursement Receivable - that winning Bidder 2,013 is required to submit its Deposit to Princeton by wire transfer as instructed by Princeton not later than Total Assets 18,842,232 17,017,898 3:30 p.m. on the next business day following the Sale Date. If such Deposit is not received by that time, LIABILITIES AND RESERVES the Financial Surety Bond may be drawn by Princeton to satisfy the Deposit requirement. No interest Liabilities: on the Deposit will accrue to the winning Bidder. The Deposit will be applied to the purchase price of AccruedInAdministrative 9,937 9,815 the Bonds. the event theExpense winning Bidder fails to honor its accepted Bid, the Deposit will be retained AuthorizedAward Returnofofthe Surplus 22,069 by Princeton. Bonds to the winning Bidder or rejection of all593,099 Bids is expected to be made Total 603,036 within twoLiabilities hours after opening of the bids, but such winning Bidder may not withdraw its proposal31,884 until afterReserves: 3:00 p.m. on the Sale Date and then only if such award has not been made prior to the withdrawal. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid in federal funds by wire transfer to Princeton on or Claim Reserves 6,311,222 5,987,318 about theLiabilities delivery date. Total and Reserves 6,914,258 6,019,202 NET Right to POSITION Reject Bids; Waive Irregularities Unrestricted $10,998,696 Princeton reserves the right to reject any and all Bids and, to the $11,927,974 extent permitted by law, to waive
any irregularity or informality in any Bid. County Insurance Fund Commission Information Required from theMercer Winning Bidder Comparative Statements of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position By making a bid for the Bonds, winning agrees: (a) toand provide For Thethe Years EndedBidder(s) December 31, 2019 2018 to Princeton, in writing, immediately upon being unofficially awarded the Bonds, a written confirmation of the Bid, which shall include the purchase price, reoffering yield(s) and other related information 2019 necessary for completion 2018 of the Final Official Statement by the Municipal Advisor and Bond Counsel; (b) to disseminate to all Operating Revenue: members of the underwriting syndicate copies of the Final Official Statement; (c) to promptly file a Regular Contributions $7,675,571 $7,885,866 copy of the Final Official Statement with the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board; and (d) to take Other Income 2,395 any and all other actions necessary to comply with applicable Securities and Exchange Commission Operating Revenue 7,885,866 and Total Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board rules governing the offering,7,677,966 sale and delivery of the Bonds Operating Expenses: to alternate purchasers. Provision for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expenses 3,295,956 1,866,214 Establishment IssueInsurance Price for the Bonds Premium forofExcess 2,582,189 2,494,914 In the event Princeton then the issue price 568,218 for the Administrative Expensesreceives at least three (3) bids for the Bonds,579,339 Bonds shall be established based on the reasonably expected initial offering prices of the Bonds as of Total Operating Expenses 6,457,484 4,929,346 the Operating Bid Date (the “Expected Offering Prices”). The Expected Offering Prices shall consist of the prices Income 1,220,482 2,956,520 for each maturity of the Bonds used by the winning Bidder in formulating its bid to purchase the Bonds. Non-Operating Revenue: The winning Bidder shall be required to deliver on the Delivery Date a certificate to such effect and New Jersey Counties Excess Joint Insurance Fund provide to Princeton, in writing, the Expected Offering Prices as of the Bid Date. Dividend 93,099 22,069 In the event Princeton in receives fewer than three (3) bids for the Bonds, then the issue price for Change in Investments Joint Ventures 208,796 392,254 the Total BondsNon-Operating shall be established by the winning Bidder on Revenuebased on the following method as selected 301,895 414,323 the Bid Date:in Net Position Change 1,522,377 3,370,843 10%Position Sold: The issue price for the Bonds shall be established based on the first price at 7,649,922 which at Net – Beginning of Year 10,998,696 leastReturn 10% of maturity of the Bonds was sold to the Public (as defined below). The winning (22,069) Bidder of each Surplus (593,099) shallNet be Position required–toEnding deliverofon the Delivery Date a certificate to such effect and provide to Princeton, in Year $11,927,974 $10,998,696 writing, evidence satisfactory to Bond Counsel to Princeton of such sales prices for each maturity of the Bonds. In the event that the winning Bidder has not sold at least 10% of each maturity of the Bonds to theRECOMMENDATIONS Public as of the Delivery Date (each, an “Unsold Maturity”), the winning Bidder shall (i) provide to Princeton, None in writing, on the Delivery Date, the Expected Offering Prices for each Unsold Maturity and a certificate regarding same and (ii) have a continuing obligation to provide to Princeton, in writing, The above summary synopsis, which omits all audit andatdisclosures, was10% prepared from evidence satisfactory to or Bond Counsel to Princeton of theopinions first price which at least of each the Report of Audit Insurance Fund Commission theuntil calendar year10% 2019. This Unsold Maturity is soldoftothetheMercer Public,County contemporaneous with each such for sale, at least of all Report of Audit, submitted by James J. Miles, Jr., Certified Public Accountant, of Bowman & Company such Unsold Maturities have been sold to the Public. LLP is on file with Joseph P. Hrubash, Executive Director, at 9 Campus Drive, Suite 216, Parsippany, Hold-The-Price: price forbythe shall person. be established based onincluded the initial offering New Jersey, and The may issue be inspected anyBonds interested This information herein is not price of the Bonds to the complete Public asfinancial of the Bid Date, provided that the inwinning Bidder shall, in writing, intended to represent information as presented the Report of Audit. (i) confirm that the Underwriters have offered or will offer the Bonds to the public on or before the Bid Joseph P. Hrubash, Executive Director Date at the offering price or prices set forth in the Bid submitted by the winning Bidder and (ii) agree, on behalf of the Underwriters in the purchase of the Bonds, that the Underwriters will neither PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee:participating $80.85 offer nor sell the Bonds to any person at a price that is higher than the initial offering price to the Public during the period starting on the Bid Date and ending on the earlier of: (1) the close of the fifth (5th) business day after the Bid Date; or (2) the date on which the Underwriters have sold at least 10% of the REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Bonds Public at a price is no higher thanSOLAR the initialRENEWABLE offering price toENERGY the Public. PROJECT TO FORtoAthe DEVELOPER OFthat A COMMUNITY BE A CO-APPLICANT ON THE an BOARD OFtrust, PUBLIC UTILITIES YEAR 2 PILOT PROPublic means any person (including individual, estate, partnership, association, company GRAM AND TO ENTER INTO A MASTER PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT WITH The THE or corporation) other than an Underwriter (as defined herein) or a related party to an Underwriter. MUNICIPALITY OFpersons PRINCETON term “related party” generally means any two or more who have greater than 50% common November 10, 2020 ownership, directly or indirectly. Underwriter means (i) any person that agrees pursuant to a written contract with PrincetonRESPONDENTS (or with the lead underwriter to form an underwriting syndicate) participate IMPORTANT: MUST REGISTER. SEE BELOW FOR to DETAILS. in the initial sale of the Bonds to the Public, and (ii) any person that agrees pursuant to a written contract directly or indirectly with a person described in clause (i) of this paragraph to participate thea The Municipality of Princeton (the “Local Unit”) has issued a Request for Proposalsinfor Developer of aBonds Community Solar Renewable Energy to beorCo-Applicant for the initial sale of the to the Public (including a member of aProject selling group a party to a third-party of Public Utilities Year 2 Pilot Program and to Enter into a Master Performance Board distribution agreement participating in the initial sale of the Bonds to the Public). Agreement (“MPA”) with the Municipality of Princeton, dated November 10, 2020 (the Delivery the Bondsare being solicited through, and the RFP is being issued in accordance “RFP”).ofProposals with, 40A:11-4.1(j), N.J.S.A. 40A:11-15(44), and a fair and open OF process under TheN.J.S.A. Bonds will be delivered on or about the delivery date (UNLESS A NOTICE A CHANGE IN the New Jersey Local Unit Pay-to-Play Law, N.J.S.A.19:44A-20.4 et seq. THE DELIVERY DATE IS PUBLISHED ON MUNIAUCTION NOT LATER THAN 2 HOURS PRIOR TO ANY ANNOUNCED DATE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS) in New York Princeton at DTC against payment of the Respondents shall provide a proposal which includes (i) at the Successful Respondent’s purchase price (less the amount ofacquisition, the good faithownership, deposit) in federal funds. installation, intersole cost, thetherefor designing, permitting, construction, connection and maintenance of a BPU-approved Solar Renewable There will operation also be furnished the usual closing papers, includingCommunity (1) a certificate signed by the Energy Project, including all labor, materials, equipment, tools and supervision, (ii) participofficials who signed the Bonds thatUnit, no litigation of any kind BPU’s is nowYear pending or, to their ation, as a co-applicant with stating the Local in the Local Unit’s 2 Community knowledge, threatened to restrain or enjoin the issuance or delivery of the Bonds, or in any manner Solar Project application, (iii) execution of a Master Performance Agreement in a form subquestioning the proceedings or the authorization the sale Bondsofare or generated affecting the stantially similar to the form attached to thisunder RFP,which and (iv) theissued energy validity of the Bonds, andSolar (2) a certificate signed by Princeton to theGroup. Final Official from the Community Project to the Local Unit’s relating Subscriber The Statement. Local Unit shall act as the subscription agent. Sealed proposals must be received by the Local Unit CUSIP on or Numbers before 1:00 pm, prevailing time, on December 4th, 2020. Proposals must be delivered to: The Municipal Advisor will apply for CUSIP numbers with respect to the Bonds, but neither the Municipal Advisor nor Princeton will assume any obligation for the assignment or printing of such Deloreson A.the Williams, Clerk numbers Bonds orMunicipal for the correctness of such numbers, and neither the failure to print such Princeton Clerk’s numbers on any BondOffice nor any error with respect thereto shall constitute cause for a failure or refusal by 400 Witherspoon Street the winning Bidder to accept delivery of and make payment for the Bonds. The CUSIP Service Bureau Princeton, NJ 08540 charge for the assignment of the CUSIP numbers shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the winning Bidder. this procurement are set forth in the RFP, which may be downloaded Details concerning from Opinions the link located on the Local Unit’s website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/, or hard Legal copy obtained from the Municipal Clerk, at the above address, during regular business hours, upon payment ($50) dollars. The approving opinionsofoffifty McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC, Bond Counsel to Princeton, will be furnished without cost to the winning Bidder. Bid security in the form of a certified check, cashier's check or proposal bond in the amount Postponement of $20,000 must be submitted with the proposal, which may, at the Local Unit’s sole discretion, be forfeited to the as liquidated damages thedate successful fails Princeton reserves the Local right toUnit postpone, from time to time, ifthe and timeproposer established for to properly execute and deliver the contract documents and performance security as rereceipt Bids. quiredofby the ANY RFP.SUCH POSTPONEMENT WILL BE PUBLISHED OR POSTED BEFORE 10:00 A.M. ON THE SALE DATE. If any date fixed for the receipt of Bids and the sale of the Bonds is postponed, an alternative sale dateEach will be announced via register MuniAuction least forty-eight (48)(i)hours priorthat to such REGISTRATION: proposer must withatthe Local Unit to: indicate it inalternative sale date. On any such salename date, any Bidder may submit Bid for the purchase tends to submit a proposal, (ii)alternative provide the of its contact persona and contact informaphone, fax, and e-mail address) forexcept any and all comoftion the(name, Bonds incompany, conformity address, in all respects withcell, the provisions of the Notice of Sale, for the date during thechanges RFP process, (iii)on access certain ontime the are ofmunications sale and except for the announced MuniAuction at important the time theinformation sale date and above referenced website, and (iv) attend the Pre-Proposal Submission Meeting. Details announced. regarding registration are contained within the RFP. Additional Information A Pre-Proposal Submission Meeting shall be held on November 16th, 2020 at 1:00 PM furtherPlease information relating to the Bonds, reference is for made to theinformation. POS prepared for and viaFor ZOOM. contact belle@gabelassociates.com ZOOM Potential authorized Princeton. Theencouraged Notice of Sale the POS may be viewed on MuniAuction. However, proposersbyare strongly toand attend. Princeton makes no assurance or representation with respect to the form of the Notice of Sale and the POS on proposer MuniAuction, andsubmit no investment be made in reliance Printed copieswith shall one (1)decision originalshould and five (5) copies of itsthereon. proposal, together Each ofa the and proposal the Noticeon of aSale be obtained from Bond Counsel theevent address and phone PDFPOS of the diskmay or jump drive (please note that inatthe of a discrepancy the written documents will governrelating over the electronic in sealed envelnumber stated above. Additional information to the auction orsubmission), a private bidding tutorial may be opes bearing the name of the proposer and marked: obtained by calling the Auction Administrator at (412) 391-5555 (ext. 370 Auction Support). Additional information relating to the financing of Princeton can be obtained by contacting the undersigned Chief FOR PROPOSALS Financial Officer at (609) 924-9183 REQUEST or email at swebb@princetonnj.gov. FOR A DEVELOPER OF A COMMUNITY SOLAR RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT TO BE A CO-APPLICANT ON THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES YEAR 2 PILOT PROPRINCETON GRAM AND TO ENTERBy: INTO A MASTER PERFORMANCE Sandra Webb, Chief Financial Officer AGREEMENT WITH THE MUNICIPALITY OF PRINCETON Dated: November 13, 2020 If sealed proposals are enclosed in boxes, the boxes must be clearly marked as set forth above. All comments and questions concerning the RFP must be directed, in writing, to the Municipality of Princeton, at the address listed above, with a copies to Andrew Conte, Belle Gabel, and Michaela Benton, energy consultants to the Local Unit, at rscerbo@decotiislaw.com, andrew.conte@gabelassociates.com, belle.gabel@gabelassociates.com, and michaela@gabelassociates.com. Proposers shall comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. (Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity). PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $86.10 Affidavit: $15.00
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids for IMPROVEMENTS TO THE LENAPE TRAIL – PHASE 2 will be received by the Township Clerk Township of Plainsboro Municipal Building 641 Plainsboro Road Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536 On November 24, 2020 until 10:00 A.M., at the address set forth above.
NOTICE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF PRINCETON NOTICE is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Ordinance #2020-38 An Ordinance by the Municipality of Princeton Concerning Stormwater Management Regulation for Major Development and Minor Development and Amending Chapter 10b of the “Code of the Township of Princeton, New Jersey, 1968” was introduced on first reading at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of Princeton held on November 9, 2020. Said ordinance is available to the public, free of charge, in the Office of the Clerk, 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey and on the Princeton Municipal Website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/ordinance-pages/2020-ordinances NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said ordinance will be will be further considered for final passage after a public hearing thereon on December 7, 2020 at a meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Princeton Municipal Building, Witherspoon Hall, 400 Witherspoon Street, in the Main Meeting Room at which time and place any person interested may be heard. Delores A. Williams Municipal Clerk
Notice is hereby given that the following ordinance entitled: ORDINANCE 2020-22 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST WINDSOR (1999) AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT CHAPTER 200 OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST WINDSOR (1999) BY CREATING THE RESIDENTIAL RETIREMENT COMMUNITY ZONE (RRC) DISTRICT This ordinance was duly approved and adopted on Second and Final reading at a regular meeting of the West Windsor Township Council held on November 9, 2020 and was approved by Mayor Hemant Marathe on November 10, 2020. This Ordinance shall become effective on December 3, 2020.
NO BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 10:00 A.M. BIDS RECEIVED AFTER SUCH TIME AND DATE WILL BE RETURNED UNOPENED TO THE BIDDER. Specifications and other information may be obtained for a non-refundable fee of $50.00 at the Purchasing Office of the Township of Plainsboro between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. or by calling 609-799-0909 extension 1406 or e-mailing mrice@plainsboronj.com. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27. The New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act (P.L. 1963, Chapter 150) is hereby made a part of every contract entered into by the Township of Plainsboro, and by any nontownship public participant, except those contracts which are not within the contemplation of the Act; and the Bidder's signature on this proposal is his guarantee that neither he nor any sub-contractors he might employ to perform the work covered by this proposal are listed or are on record in the Office of the Commissioner of the N.J. State Department of Labor and Industry as one who has failed to pay prevailing wages in accordance with the provisions of the Act. The vendor must comply with all local, county, state and federal laws, rules and regulations applicable to this contract and to the work to be done hereunder.
Gay M. Huber Township Clerk West Windsor Township
ATTEST: _____________________________ Carol J. Torres, Township Clerk
PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $23.10 PP, 1x, 11/13/2020 Fee: $26.25
PP, 1x, 11/13/20, Fee: $43.05 Affidavit: $15.00 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE OF PENDING ORDINANCE
MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF PRINCETON NOTICE is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Ordinance #2020-39 An Ordinance by the Municipality of Princeton Concerning Stormwater Management Regulation for Small and Large Projects and Amending Chapter 10b of the “Code of the Township of Princeton, New Jersey, 1968” was introduced on first reading at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of Princeton held on November 9, 2020.
Princeton Self Storage, 35 Airpark Rd, Princeton NJ 08540, wishing to avail themselves of the provision under the “New Jersey Self Storage Facility Act (N.J. S.A. 2A:44-187 et seq.)” hereby gives notice of sale under said act to wit. Bids will be accepted online only at lockerfox.com and the sale will end on December 4th, 2020 at 10:00 AM. The public sale to the highest bidder, for cash only, will include the contents of following spaces:
Said ordinance is available to the public, free of charge, in the Office of the Clerk, 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey and on the Princeton Municipal Website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/ordinance-pages/2020-ordinances
Edith Roush Unit 5008 Household Goods Eric Breisacher Unit 5007 Household Goods Joseph Riggio Unit 5037 Business Goods
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said ordinance will be will be further considered for final passage after a public hearing thereon on December 7, 2020 at a meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Princeton Municipal Building, Witherspoon Hall, 400 Witherspoon Street, in the Main Meeting Room at which time and place any person interested may be heard.
This sale is being made to satisfy the land-lords lien. Sale is subject to adjournment. Reserve the right to cancel public sale. Princeton Self Storage 35 Airpark rd Princeton, NJ. 08540 (609) 279-2199
Delores A. Williams Municipal Clerk PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $23.10
PP, 2x, 11/13/2020, 11/20/2020, Fee: $52.50 Affidavit: $15.00 WEST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT AWARDS The Township Council of West Windsor has awarded/amended the following contracts without competitive bidding as professional services pursuant to NJSA 40A:11-5(1)(a) at their November 9, 2020 Business Session. These contracts and the resolutions authorizing them are available for public inspection in the Office of the Municipal Clerk. Awarded To
Services
Martin Appraisal Associates, Inc.
Appraisal Services
11/9/2020-Completion
$12,000.00
GeoTrek Environmental and Surveying
Digital Map Conversion
11/9/2020-Completion
$115,000.00
John Curley
Legal Services
Through Completion
Additional $15,000 for a total not to exceed of $64,900.00
Gay M. Huber Township Clerk West Windsor Township PP, 1x, 11/13/2020 Fee: $38.50
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ORDINANCE 2020-23 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST WINDSOR AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A SALARY AND WAGE PLAN FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST WINDSOR AND PROVIDE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION THEREOF – Temporary Season Public Health Aide and Vulnerable Popluations Outreach Coordinator The proposed ordinance published herewith was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the governing body of the Township of West Windsor, in the County of Mercer, State of New Jersey held on November 9, 2020. It will be further considered for final passage, aftera public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the governing body to be held in the West Windsor Township Senior Center, in the Township on November 30, 2020 at 7:00 o'clock P.M., Prior to the hearing date you may obtain a complete copy of the ordinance, free of charge, by calling the Township Clerk’s Office (609-799-2400) or by coming to the Clerk’s Office at the West Windsor Township Municipal Building. Gay M. Huber Township Clerk West Windsor Township PP, 1x, 11/13/2020 Fee: $31.50
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Attendees hold up signs during the Count Every Vote rally at Hinds Plaza in Princeton on Nov. 4.
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Several local organizations in Central Jersey rallied residents to Princeton’s Hinds Plaza to resist any measures to stop the counting of mail-in ballots, as those votes continue to be counted across the country to determine America’s president in the 2020 election. The Count Every Vote rally on Nov. 4 in Princeton is one of many rallies nationwide that are part of the Count Every Vote campaign. The rally in Princeton is in response to suits by President Donald Trump’s campaign to halt counting in states such as Pennsylvania. According to the Associated Press, the president’s campaign filed legal challenges in Pennsylvania, Michigan and Georgia on Nov. 4. “It is about democracy and about counting every vote. It is not about who is going to win or who is going to lose. It is to make sure that every voter has their voice heard because that is a foundation of a democracy,” said Laura Zurfluh, founder of Indivisible Cranbury and one of the organizers for the Count Every Vote rally. “This rally was pre-planned because of some of the statements our current president has made for months. Because of that rhetoric we pre-
planned a rally just in case this would happen. Unfortunately, and disappointingly, it did.” The rally in Hinds Plaza was hosted by Coalition for Peace Action and Indivisible Cranbury, and would be a call to action for not just those in attendance. “States must make sure that everyone who voted in person or through the mail is tallied and counted. People have risked their lives to ensure everyone has the right to vote, it is a sacred trust,” Jeff Tittel, director of the New Jersey Sierra Club, said in a statement. “This nation is not only dealing with a health emergency, but a climate crisis and a society filled with racial injustice. Despite the pandemic and unprecedented times, millions of people have exercised their right to vote. The nation is calling for a change and a fresh start. That is why it is so important that every vote be counted.” The event would also be in partnership and involve additional organizations which included the Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice, Princeton Community Democratic Organization, Indivisible Monroe, Indivisible Princeton, RepresentUs and West Windsor Democratic Club. “It speaks to the importance of this issue and how critical we all believe this is to consider ourselves a functional democracy. I think a lot of us here feel our democracy
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS Public notice is hereby given that I, Tammie Tisdale, Collector of Taxes of Princeton, in the County of Mercer, will sell at public sale, on THE 11th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2020 in the Main Meeting Room at 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey at 10:00 A.M., prevailing time or at such other time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned at the said Main Meeting Room, each and all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands respectively as computed to the 11th day of December, 2020, all described and particularly set out in a list of the lands so subject to sale as required under the provisions of Article 4, Chapter 5, Title 54, of the Revised Statutes of New Jersey, 1937 entitled “Sale of Real Property to Enforce Liens,” Section 54:5-19 to 54:5-111, and amendments thereto. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the hereinafter described lands and each of the respective parcels thereof, will be sold to make the amount of municipal liens severally chargeable against the same on the 31st day of December 2019 exclusive, however, of the liens for the year 2019 as computed in said list against each parcel of lands severally assessed as one parcel, together with interest on each of the several amounts respectively to the date of sale and costs of sale. Parcels are to be sold subject to rollback taxes under the Farmland Assessment Act of 1964, improvement assessment installments not yet due, and any omitted or added assessments for improvements as provided in N.J.S.A. 54:4-63.2 and 63:4-63.31. Industrial Properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.), and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.) In addition, the municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that the said lands will be sold at 18% interest or less to make the amount of municipal liens chargeable against redemption at the lowest rate of interest. The payment for the sale shall be made before the conclusion of the sale by, CERTIFIED CHECK, or MONEY ORDER, or the property shall be resold. Properties for which there are no purchasers shall be struck off and sold to Princeton, in accordance with said act of the Legislature. Interest on subsequent liens shall be allowed as provided by law. At any time before the sale, said Collector will receive payment of the amount due on any property with interest and costs incurred, by CERTIFIED CHECK or MONEY ORDER. The land and premises to be sold are described as follows: DATED: NOVEMBER 13, 2020 TAMMIE TISDALE, CTC COLLECTOR OF TAXES Name Boyle, James A. & Carol A. Goepp, R. Maximilian III Hines, Wilbur & Marty, Bernadine Madden, G & H Peniston, Lynn Ting, Florence S. Didonato-Negrotti, Myra P. Damachi, Ukandi G. JVS Nassau LLC O’Neil, John T. Jr. & Jacquelin M. Princeton Investments, LLC Saana Real Estate LLC Olender, Aneta Chen, Wei Bragg, David & Bellew Susan West Windsor Re LLC c/o H. Rabin West Windsor Re LLC c/o H. Rabin West Windsor Re LLC c/o H. Rabin Marrow, Taylor A. Jr. ET UX Witherspoon Lodge 178 IBPOEW Boyd, Morris E. Brown, Carl E. Jr. Brown, Carl E. Jr. Alegria, Vanessa
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PP, 4x, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4/2020, Fee: $414.40 MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF PRINCETON NOTICE is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled: Ordinance #2020-40 An Ordinance by the Municipality of Princeton Concerning Fire Insurance Claims and Amending Chapter 2 of the “Code of the Borough of Princeton, New Jersey, 1974” And Chapter 7A of the “Code of the Township of Princeton, New Jersey, 1968” was introduced on first reading at a meeting of the Mayor and Council of Princeton held on November 9, 2020. Said ordinance is available to the public, free of charge, in the Office of the Clerk, 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, New Jersey and on the Princeton Municipal Website at https://www.princetonnj.gov/ordinance-pages/2020-ordinances NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said ordinance will be will be further considered for final passage after a public hearing thereon on December 7, 2020 at a meeting beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Princeton Municipal Building, Witherspoon Hall, 400 Witherspoon Street, in the Main Meeting Room at which time and place any person interested may be heard. Delores A. Williams Municipal Clerk PP, 1x, 11/13/2020, Fee: $24.15 SPECIAL NOTICE In accordance with West Windsor Township Code Chapter 4 Article V Section 4-20, the Mayor and/or Business Administrator will review 2021 Departmental Budget Submittals on Monday, November 30, 2020 at the Senior Center Large Activity Room according to the following schedule: Department of Public Safety Department of Community Development Department of Human Services Department of Public Works Office of the Township Clerk Department of Administration Gay M. Huber Township Clerk West Windsor Township PP, 1x, 11/13/2020 Fee: $22.05
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is at risk today and is something we cannot afford to lose,” Zurfluh said. “Your vote is your voice as people. If your vote is taken, then you’re voiceless and it then becomes an autocracy. One thing I am proud of in our country is how many people voted in this election to make their vote heard.” Featured speakers included Princeton Mayor Liz Lempert, Yeimi Hernandez a Dreamer, Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club Jeff Tittel, Princeton University Professor Sean Wilenz, NJ Citizen Action’s Dena Mottola Jaborska, the Rev. Lukata Mjumbe of Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church, and the Rev. Robert Moore, executive director of Coalition for Peace Action. “In America, in a democracy, the voters select the leader and the leader does not select the voters. We are here to say protect the count, protect the results, because the vote is one of our most fundamentals rights as Americans,” Moore said. “If we don’t protect this it will continue to erode.” Moore added that mail-in and provisional ballots are just as valid and important as the votes conducted on Election Day. “I do not care what party or who someone is voting for, every single American who votes should have their vote counted. That is what democracy is all about and how we determine who the winner of this
election is,” he said. “That is what we are here to insist on. The president is planning on sending his team of lawyers, maybe to go all the way to the Supreme Court, to stop the vote of mail-in voters. That is abhorrent. That is why we are out here today to say stop it before it even starts.” Chants of “Every Vote Counts, Every Voter Counted” were voiced from those in attendance at the rally during the late afternoon event. With handmade signs raised by attendees urging the importance of counting the vote, calls to action to uphold democracy were issued by featured speakers and organizers. “This is not partisan at all. This not even political at all. This is about the preservation of our democracy. This is the basic platform of how America functions. It is engrained in the blood of our soil,” said Robt SedaSchreiber, chief activist for Bayard Rustin Center. “No one can take away our vote no matter what office they hold.” More than 100 million votes have been cast by Americans in 2020’s general election. “I truly believe this is the start of a huge wave of not even activism but citizenship. Citizenship, in its really basic and most indelible and important form, is making sure we all speak up and out, so everybody can speak up and out,” Seda-Schreiber added.
Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Mercer announces partnership with Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Mercer (JCFGM) and the Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties (JFedSHAW) announced a new partnership on Nov. 9. The Mercer foundation will serve as an advisor on the launch of a new LIFE & LEGACY program, specifically designed to sustain Jewish life in the JFedSHAW region. Additionally, JFedSHAW and other Jewish agencies will be entrusting JCFGM to manage their endowment and other organizational funds. “There is no better time than now and no better reason to work together and strive to provide a strong future for our tricounty Jewish community. We are excited to become part of the LIFE & LEGACY team with the help and resources of Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Mercer,” Ellen Teller, president of JFedSHAW,
said in a prepared statement. “We are delighted to partner with the Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren communities and look forward to many years of working together to further our shared vision,” Chip Loeb, foundation president, said in the statement. “One of the central roles of JFedSHAW is to ensure the well-being and longevity of Jewish communal institutions. The LIFE & LEGACY program is an extremely effective way to do this. We’re excited to work with the Greater Mercer Foundation to bring this program to the Somerset, Hunterdon & Warren Counties Jewish community,” Robin Wishnie, executive director of JFedSHAW, said in the statement. A virtual kick-off of the JFedSHAW LIFE & LEGACY program was held on Oct. 29. LIFE & LEGACY was established in 2012 by the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.
Small businesses can receive discounts on purchases of protective equipment New Jersey-based small businesses and nonprofit organizations with 100 or fewer employees may apply to receive 25% discounts on purchases of personal protective equipment (PPE) from vendors approved by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). The discounts are available under Phase 2 of the NJ Small and Micro Business PPE Access Program, which the NJDEA launched on Nov. 10. Small businesses and organizations interested in receiving 25% discounts must apply at https://covid19.nj.gov/ppeaccess. Once the NJEDA has confirmed their eligibility, they will receive vouchers for purchases from a “designated vendor” of their choice. This discount will automatically reduce the costs of online purchases the participating small business or organization makes from that designated vendor by 25%. The discounts will expire after 14 days, or on Nov. 30. During Phase 1 of the program, the NJEDA identified and vetted “designated vendors,” including Boxed, Office Depot and Staples, which have partnered with the authority to create “microsites” where New Jersey-based businesses can purchase a curated selection of PPE products at a 10% discount. The NJEDA also collaborated with the New Jersey Department of Health to create an online PPE
Planning Tool that helps businesses understand PPE product requirements and estimate their organizational PPE needs. Links to the designated vendor microsites and the PPE Planning Tool are available at https://covid19.nj.gov/ppeaccess. The second phase of the PPE Access Program makes $20.4 million available to subsidize small and micro businesses’ PPE purchases from Staples and Office Depot. During this phase, businesses with 100 or fewer full-time equivalent employees (FTEs) can receive grants equal to 25% of the cost of purchases made through these designated vendors. All eligible businesses can receive up to $400 in discounts, and businesses operating in one of New Jersey’s 715 census tracts that were eligible to be designated as Opportunity Zones can receive up to $500. These grants are applied in addition to the 10% discount offered to all businesses, meaning small businesses can save up to a third of the cost of their PPE purchases. In addition to the PPE Access Program, the NJEDA administers a variety of grant, low-cost financing, and technical assistance programs for small and midsized businesses impacted by COVID-19. Comprehensive information about these programs and other state support for businesses impacted by the pandemic is available at https://cv.business.nj.gov.
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The Blue Bears has welcomed back its full team.
Although the Blue Bears managed to stay open throughout the lockdown, Chef Eric, Cynthia, Emmanuel, Megan, Chef Marco, Gabriel, Marie, Celine and Kevin are finally back together. The Blue Bears is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays; and from 8 a.m. to
6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; with pickup available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The Blue Bears is located at 301 N. Harrison St., Suite 210, Princeton. For the Thanksgiving menu special, visit www.bluebears.org/special-events.
Local author bases book out of Hillsborough gym A local Somerset County author recently published a book that is based out of a Hillsborough gym where he does book signings. Lew Freimark, of Montgomery, has written several illustrated youth soccer books in the “Soccer Tales” series, “Legend of the Shoelace Monster” and “Born to Play the Game”. “Soccer Tales III – Baba Yaga’s Revenge” is timely for Halloween. Soccer balls are stolen by a nefarious Russian witch, and Shoelace Monster and his Crew must come to the rescue and save the game. All three books in the trilogy are featured in the Somerset County Library Sys-
tem, where he works. His newest release is “Locker TalesCoffee Beans to Fitness Dreams (Politics to Pandemic).” Freimark has experience as a soccer parent, coach and referee at all levels of the game. His father played the game in Europe and his sons have played Division I soccer and refereed in club soccer. Freimark is also a middle school/ high school teacher. For more information, visit www// soccertales.net The books are available on Paypal at hedgehogwars@hotmail.com.
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Princeton High student builds bike ramps for special needs riders in Hillsborough William Paine Murray, who lives in Hillsborough but attends Princeton High School, earned the rank of Eagle Scout through Boy Scout Troop 1776 in Hillsborough. William’s Eagle Scout project consisted of building 10 strider bike ramps for the local Special Olympics New Jersey cycling teams. The project took 156 hours and 28 volunteers to complete, according to a proclamation presented to William by the Hillsborough Township Committee on Oct. 27. William has served as a senior patrol leader, patrol leader, bugler, troop guide and skills instructor quartermaster, according to the proclamation. He was the vice chief of membership in the Order of the Arrow Raritan Valley chapter, and is on the staff of the National Youth Leadership Training Conference. He received the Patriots Path Council Meritus Action Award and the Raritan Valley District Boy Scout of the Year Award in 2018, according to the statement. William is a member of the varsity swim team and track team at Princeton
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High, and plays trumpet in the Princeton High School Jazz Band. He participates in the Ethics Bowl, Latin Club and the Cycling Club.
Teacher from Princeton receives University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award Dr. Reid Cottingham of Princeton is a recipient of The University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award. Cottingham is the director of Teaching and Learning, K-12, and an Upper School English Teacher at The Pingry School in Basking Ridge. For more than 30 years, students accepted to The University of Chicago have had the opportunity to reflect on their time in high school and nominate an educator who played a significant role in their education, made a positive impact in their lives, and whose influence has brought them to where they are today, according to information provided by The Pingry School. Cottingham was selected by Kaya Lee of Pingry’s Class of 2020.
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Dr. Reid Cottingham of Princeton is a recipient of The University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award.
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5 Maplewood Ave. Beautiful & charming 4 BR, 2 BA home now available in Historic Cranbury. Sitting beautifully on Maplewood Avenue, this home offers present day living in one of New Jersey’s oldest & most respected towns. Family room, FLR & FDR feature stunning random width pumpkin pine flooring. Lovely breakfast room w/wood floors, curly cedar, new transom windows & pantry. Traditional kitchen w/oak cabinets, solid brass hardware, SS dishwasher & skylights. Formerly a 2 family home and could easily be converted back. Excellent location on a quiet street in Cranbury!
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Offered at $4,000,000 231 Bakers Basin Road 50,000 SF warehouse on 5 AC now available in Lawrence Township. Current owner is occupying 30,000 SF operating as an office furniture manufacturing business. Features include 15’ ceilings, 3 - 14x14 automatic overhead doors, sprinkler system, common bathrooms & workshop area. 5,000 SF office space with 12 offices & 2 bathrooms. The roof is newer. 30-50 parking spaces. Building is zoned light industrial. Furniture manufacturing business for sale $3.5 million. Must buy business with building or business by itself.
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Prime opportunity to own a commercial building in the heart of Cranbury Twsp. NJ. Currently operating as a restaurant, this 3,000 SF +/- is zoned for many other uses including, but not limited to: Bed & Breakfast, Religious Facility, Child Care, Restaurant/Bar, Residential, Office, etc. Full Zoning found in Documents & floor plan. Many upgrades including newer A/C, completely renovated in 2015, 2-unit gas heat, 2 addt’l restrooms, updated electric & plumbing, open floor plan & more! Seating for 96. Business also for sale for separately.
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JUST REDUCED! $350,000 63 Hopewell Princeton Road
Excellent opportunity to own this freestanding commercial building that sits beautifully on Hopewell Princeton Road. 2800 SF building is zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Retail Commercial). Brand new septic system installed in 2019. Parking lot has been repaved & coated. New chimney in 2019. Radiator heat. Oil tank above ground. 4 offices, 1 powder room, 1 large conference room, kitchenette & reception area can be found. Rocco D’Armiento NJ REALTORS® 2019 Circle of Excellence Platinum Award Winner BHHS 2018 Chairman’s Circle Platinum Award Winner Since 2017 Top 1/2% of Agents in the area
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