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On Saturday, September 21, 2002 BVT Special Events Committee will be hosting the Second Annual Comedy Relief Gala Extravaganza Nite & Dinner. The cost is $25.00 per person and includes a buffet dinner which will begin at 8:00 pm with a cash bar. The Comedy Show begins at 9:00 pm. The host of the evening is Joey Novick, who was a smash hit from last year’s gala. The headliner will be Vic Dibitetto who has been on Comedy Central, HBO and was the winner of America’s Funniest People. The featured performer is Jim Dailakis a comedy impressionist and seen on Evening at the Improv. Come have a laugh and an evening out right here in Buena Vista! For tickets contact any Special Events Committee member or Joan Stahl in Mayor Chiarello’s office at 856-697-2100 or 609-561-5650 ext. 24.
Final Phase of Pancoast Mill Road / Main Avenue Reconstruction ApprovedReconstruction of Main Avenue from the Pancoast Mill Bridge to Country Club Lane will be completed this fall. A pre-construction meeting was held on August 15, 2002 and the contractor, South State Inc., has sixty days from that date to complete the work. This reconstruction is being done with a grant from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund that was awarded Buena Vista in the amount of $140,000.00. When completed the entire length of Pancoast Mill/Main Avenue will be completely reconstructed with state grant monies. Additionally, there will be some site work done at the Pancoast Mill Lake to prevent the water from crossing the roadway during heavy rains.
Bike Path Construction To Begin All final approvals for the construction of the bikepath along Cedar Avenue (CR540) from US Route 40 to Tuckahoe Road (CR557) have been completed. The award of the bid has been made to Buena Plumbing and a preconstruction meeting was be held August 15th. The bikepath is expected to be completed within 45 days. Our bikepath will be 1.4 miles long and be constructed at a cost of $63,000.00. Funding for this project is through a New Jersey Department of Transportation Grant. The grant will also include a bikepath into the Michael Debbi Park along side the existing driveway.
Kavkaz Place, along with Don and Tereck Roads to Receive Pavement Final approvals were made by the Township Committee to make oil and stone paving improvements to Kavkaz Place along with Don and Tereck Roads. Bids were received and an award was made to the lowest bidder, Asphalt Paving Corporation in the amount of $33,737.50. A pre-construction meeting was held on August 15, 2002. The project should be completed by September 15th.
Newtonville Child Enrichment Center plans to open it’s doors for the start of the school season. They are currently asking families to call their Center in response to childcare within the ages of 2 ½ to 5 years old. The Center needs at least twenty children to open. If possible please call their Child Care Center at the phone number that is provided below, so that they can have an idea of how many children they will be working with. They would like to better serve this community as well as the surrounding communities. This childcare facility has an energetic staff that is willing to go that extra mile for the children. We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of children. The center is equipped with child safe equipment as well as touch screen computers for the enjoyment of the children. The Center uses Creative Curriculum as a guide in its daily activities. · Food will be provided free of charge provided that you fall under the USDA yearly income bracket. · The center will be open from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday thru Friday. · There is an initial $20.00 registration fee. · The weekly fee is $102.00 per child. (If there is more than one child per family please ask to speak with the Center Director at 609-704-1161). For more information please call 609-704-1161. They are anxiously awaiting to hear from you.
Buena Vista Township Recognizes Ed Metzler, Sr. for his 31 Years of Service On Monday, July 22, 2002 Mayor Chuck Chiarello and the Township Committee presented Ed Metzler, Sr. with a special “Service Award” for his 31 years of dedication to Buena Vista Township. Ed served from December 1971 to July 2002 in our Public Works Department. He was most recently Public Works Supervisor. Ed also served as Roads Supervisor, Sanitation Supervisor and directed many efforts in our parks and playgrounds. Ed Metzler was also recognized for his service to the Community as Chairman and Commissioner with Collings Lakes Volunteer Fire District No. 5. Congratulations on your retirement and for your dedicated service to our residents and officials. Ed is now working with the Buena Regional School District.
Buena Vista will begin leaf pick-up this fall The Township of Buena Vista has recently signed a contract to purchase a 2002 Trackless Series V Diesel Leaf Loader. This is a leaf loader and not a leaf-vac. It operates by scooping the leaves rather than using suction. This will be very beneficial especially in the Collings Lakes section of the Township, since the stone and dirt on the sides of the roads will not be removed with this process. All leaves are to be raked to the curb line by the date established for pick-up. A schedule will be established for the sections of the Township who currently have leaf and yard waste pick-up. There will be two pick-up dates this fall, one in October and one in November. Watch for the schedule in your area in this paper and on our cable channel soon. Until the leaf loader service is available leaves must still be bagged for removal on designated dates per the ACUA schedule. Anyone missing the scheduled collection dates when the new lead loader is operating must still bag their leaves.
Buena Vista Township Honors Sue Carter On Sunday July 21, 2002 a dinner was held at the Newtonville Volunteer Fire Company in honor of Community Leader Sue Carter. Committeewoman Sue Barber along with Mayor Chuck Chiarello and Deputy Mayor Teresa Kelly presented Buena Vista Township resident Sue Carter with a “Community Service Award” for her outstanding contributions towards the quality of life in our Community and it’s children. Sue Carter has served as a dedicated foster parent to countless area children and still found time to serve as a member of the Buena Regional Board of Education. She served on Buena Vista’s Small Cities Housing Rehabilitation Committee and has helped promote Foster Parenthood in Atlantic County and the State of New Jersey. Sue has reached out in the community to have a Holiday Party for foster children each year. As Sue starts a new challenge in a new place we sincerely recognize her for her dedication. We will miss her.
The Richland General Store invites you to join them for an evening of wine tasting. These wines were made in their store from a Premium Selection of Wine Concentrates. The wines will vary from semi-sweet to dry; white, red and blush. Something for everyone. The music will be live and the hor d’oeuvres will compliment the wine. Winemakers are encouraged to bring a bottle of their “Pride” to share and compare. Of course, the resident vintner will be on hand to answer all questions. So pencil us in on your calendar, the date is Saturday, August 24, 2002. The time is 7:00 pm. Richland General Store is located at 1275 Harding Highway, Route 40, Richland, NJ. For more information please call 856-697-1720.
Buena Vista Township Presents Award to Coach Steve Kordos On Monday, July 22, 2002 the Buena Vista Township Committee presented a “Making Buena Vista Proud Award” to Steve Kordos for being inducted into the NJSIAA-NJSCA State Coaches Hall of Fame. The Township commended Steve for all of his accomplishments which led to his success in being inducted into the NJ Scholastic Coaches Association Hall of Fame with the Class of 2002. Steve Kordos is the founder and head coach of the Buena Regional High School’s Girl’s Track Program for past 13 years. Steve has excelled by achieving 3 State Championships; 2 Sectional Championships; 2 Conference Championships; 5 Coach of the Year Honors, as well as, having had the honor of coaching 28 individual and relay State Champions; numerous All South-Jersey Athletes; 13 High School All-Americans; and 2 NCAA All Americans. Congratulations and best wishes!
BVT Cultural Arts Committee features the Artwork of Local Artist Pat Demitroff On Sunday, August 4, 2002 BVT Cultural Arts Committee presented the artwork of local artist Pat Demitroff. Pat takes her past and the things she loves then tries to create an impression based upon a still life or a photograph. They then become objects which reflect a special moment in time – one personal to her. Pat’s artwork will be on display throughout the month of August. You can stop by the Buena Vista Township Municipal Building and see her exhibit Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm plus Tuesday nights till 7:30 pm. Pat Demitroff’s exhibit is the 6th exhibit since 2001 of the talent of Buena Vista artists.
Fuel Mix-up in Buena Vista Township On July 22 and 23, 2002 the Citgo station at Routes 54 and 40 in BVT received diesel-gasoline instead of regular unleaded gasoline. This mix-up caused many vehicles to break down after receiving the gasoline. Anyone who was affected by this incident is asked to call John Walsh, Director of Weights and Measures for Atlantic County at (609)345-6700 ext. 2477, Assemblyman Jeff Van Drew’s office at (609)465-0700 and Buena Vista Township at (609)697-2100 ext. 24. Alex Prakin, Vice President of Arfa Enterprises, Inc., agreed to pay for repairs to vehicles resulting from the gas mix-up. Assemblyman Van Drew suggests that those affected should contact Arfa at (856)486-0550.
Buena Vista Township 2003 Calendar and Municipal Guide The time is now to place your ad in our highly successful Buena Vista Township 2003 Calendar and Municipal Guide. The calendar is delivered to every home in Buena Vista Township (approximately 2,700 homes) plus around 1,500 additional copies are distributed through our Municipal Building. The calendars provide useful information all year long including a very helpful Community Guide, Map and Phone Number List in the back section. The BVT Special Events Committee uses the proceeds to help plan community events throughout the year like our Independence Day Festival and Fireworks, Comedy Night, Easter Egg Hunt, Valentine’s Day Dance and so much more! Your ad would be greatly appreciated. To receive an order form contact Joan Stahl at (856)697-2100 ext. 24 or (609)561-5650 ext. 24 or stop by the Municipal Building and pick one up. Please provide a business card or “camera ready” artwork in the size of a business card. Each ad is only $100 or you can sponsor an entire month for $400.
Comcast Cablevision To Enhance and Reposition Channel Line-up Effective September 4, 2002, Comcast Cablevision of South Jersey, Inc., will enhance and reposition its channel line-up in The Township of Buena Vista. Comcast will endeavor to provide a uniform channel line-up to its customers in the former Lenfest (Suburban) cable systems. In conjunction with the transition there will be a revision in rates effective with customers’ September bills. Comcast customers were notified via newspaper advertisements printed in August, and by a direct mail piece.
BVT Recognizes Constitution Week This year the anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution is especially significant in light of the events of September 11, 2001. We should all recognize our freedoms and appreciate the foresight of those who wrote them. The Township Committee will be issuing a Proclamation of support for “Constitution Week” at their August 26th meeting. This year Constitution Week is September 17 to 23. Remember the Constitution, adopted in 1787, protects the freedoms guaranteed to us by this document and our nation.
Buena Vista Township Park RentalsRentals of our parks and community center in Buena Vista Township have increased tremendously over the past few years. As continued improvements are made, the demand for rentals have increased. There are rentals almost every weekend during the summer months. Several requirements are necessary for any rental of any park in the Township. First, insurance coverage is necessary by posting the renter’s homeowners insurance coverage or by a separate insurance policy for the day of rental depending on the size of the event. This is a necessary requirement and is in conjunction with the Townships insurance carriers request. Second, a refundable $100.00 security deposit is required prior to rental. This will be refunded providing the rented areas of the park are left the same way they were found and no damage was done. Third, there is a maintenance fee required based on the number of people attending the affair. This fee is $125.00 for twenty-five to fifty people and $225.00 for fifty-one plus people. This fee is to cover the expense of opening and closing for the rental, clean up of the park, disposal of trash and use of electric and/or gas and facilities. This fee must also be paid in advance of the rental. If fees are not paid or insurance posted the renter will be denied use of the park.
Attention Buena Vista Residents our next recycling collection dates are: Friday, August 30 Friday, September 13 Friday, September 27 For more information call ACUA at 1-800-613-2282 or BVT Public Works at 697-2100 or visit www.acua.com Reminder: Plastic Bags are not recyclable. Please have materials curbside by 7:00 am on collection day. Residents should also bring in any empty trash containers once collections are made.
Water Restrictions Still in EffectThe State of New Jersey is still in a drought situation and there are water restrictions still in place. They have been eased slightly for our area by Administrative Order 2002-18. They are summarized as follows: · Water usage should be the minimum necessary. · No puddles or runoff is permitted. · Use of a hose shall be with a nozzle that shuts off automatically. · Washing vehicles at a residence on Saturday and Sunday only. Wash with a bucket, sponge, or hose. No power washing. · Water lawns, trees, shrubs, vegetables, flowers, etc. every other day, on an “odd-even” basis. Odd-even is based on your address. Even addresses on even days, odd addresses on odd days. For additional information visit the DEP Drought web page at www.njdrought.org/.
The “Walkway to the Millennium” at the Michael Debbi Park in Richland still has room for more pavers. You can purchase a 4" x 8" Brick Paving Stone for just $40.00. Stones can have up to 3 lines with 13 characters per line including spaces & punctuation. Bricks may commemorate a special date in time, event, or be in memory of a family member. To get your order form or for more information call Joan Stahl in the Mayor’s Office at (856) 697-2100 or (609) 561-5650 ext. 24.
Check out the BVT website at www.BUENAVISTATOWNSHIP.org for information on meetings, hours, officials information, recycling dates and regulations, announcements, news bulletins, newspaper articles and much more.
Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program The Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program is a new state-funded program. This pharmaceutical assistance program is designed to serve senior citizens and disabled residents of New Jersey who do not qualify for Medicaid or the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD) program. The year 2002 income guidelines for participation in the Senior Gold program are between $19,739 and $29,739 for an individual and between $24,203 and $34,203 of combined income for a married couple. These income guidelines will increase in conjunction with the Social Security annual cost-of-living adjustment as of January 1, 2003. Senior Gold beneficiaries will pay a $15 co-payment per prescription plus 50% of the remaining cost of the prescription. There is also an annual catastrophic cap in Senior Gold. Once a beneficiary has reached out-of pocket threshold of expenditures ($2000 for an individual; $3000 for a couple), the beneficiary will be able to obtain prescriptions for the balance of that eligibility period for a flat $15 co-payment. Information and applications for Senior Gold and other PAAD benefits programs that are offered by Division of Senior Benefits and Utilization Management are available on the web at http:www.state.nj.us/health/senior benefits.htm.
MONTHLY REPORTJuly 16, 2002 By: Joan Dickerson, Certified Public Works Director The first week in July all Public Works employees were busy preparing for our annual Independence Day Celebration. Everyone enjoyed the event. There was a great turnout due to the nice weather. We spent two days cleaning up afterwards. We have had both street movers and the grader down for repairs this month. We are now up and running. We have completed another round of the Township with grading and mowing. The Parks Department has been busy with the Independence Day activities and rentals of the parks. They have kept the parks mowed and cleaned. They also help with the concerts now being held on Wednesday nights. The Parks employees are presently repairing the cracks in the tennis courts at the Michael Debbi Park and Quigley Park. On Fridays in July and August the Public Works Department will be picking up yard waste throughout the Township. Yard waste consists of leaves, grass and brush. The Atlantic County Utilities Authority will start collecting again in September on Recycling Fridays in designated areas. We urge anyone who is going to put yard waste out for collection to call the Town Hall at 856-697-2100 or Public Works at 8756-692-4121 to be put on a list for collection. We ask everyone’s cooperation in preparing their yard waste for collection. Leaves and grass clippings need to be bagged. Brush must be cut to 3 or 4 feet, bundled and tied. Bundles should not exceed 12” in diameter. This makes for faster and neater collection. Loose material blows out of the truck, which means the driver has to take longer between return trips. A jumbled up pile of brush at the curb takes longer to pick up and will be left at the curb. Yard waste DOES NOT include wood waste such as fencing, railroad ties or construction and demolition materials. These are to be put out with your regular trash AND are considered BULKY WASTE. You may put out two bulky waste items or the equivalent on you regular trash days. This would be two small piles of wood if possible bundled and tied, or two cans of wood not to exceed 40 lbs. Large items must be broken up or dismantled for collection. Very large and unusual items will not be collected. Public Works has been issuing warnings for unprepared yard waste; trash mixed with recycling and too much bulky waste at the curb. After the third warning we will be issuing summons to those who do not cooperate. At our monthly recycling drop off we DO NOT take bulky waste items; NO WOOD, NO FURNITURE or household trash. We DO TAKE; brush, leaves, grass clippings, up to four tires, car batteries, used motor oil, metal scraps and appliances such as washing machines and refrigerators. We also take cans, bottles, paper and cardboard. We DO NOT take stumps or limbs over 12” in diameter. Our next recycling drop off will be held on August 3rd from 8 am to 12 noon.
Regulations for Proper Disposal of Hypodermic Needles Not Just For People Pet owners that doctor their own animals need to be aware of the proper way to dispose of medical waste and hypodermic needles. Hypodermic needles can not be disposed of in the trash. If you are receiving the needles and medication through the mail, you need to check with a veterinarian or other medical facility to get the proper containers for disposal. The points need to be broken off needles before putting them into the container. The container when full needs to be sealed and taken to a proper facility for disposal. If you are receiving needles from your vet you should make arrangements to take them back to the vet for proper disposal.
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