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Drop a frozen turkey off on Monday November 4 at Buena Vista Township Hall by 2 pm. Help the Community FoodBank Fighting Hunger and Poverty The Community FoodBank of New Jersey is preparing for turkey donations for the upcoming Holidays. Have an extra turkey or two in the freezer? – Please consider donating to the FoodBank. We even have a special day that you can drop them at Township Hall. Drop a frozen turkey off between 9 am and 2 pm on Monday November 4th, 2002 and we will take them to the FoodBank for you! So many of us take our holiday traditions for granted: trees at Christmas, gifts during Hanukkah, dinner on Thanksgiving. They give us a feeling of security and hope. How do you think it would feel if one year your family couldn’t afford those things? If you were struggling to keep a roof over your head and clothes on your back? What if you had to go to a community kitchen just to get a hot meal? Wouldn’t it be comforting to know that someone was there, helping you in your time of need? That is the mission of the many churches, synagogues, shelters and food pantries who come to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey seeking help to feed the multitude of people who come to them for emergency assistance. And it’s our mission to supply them with the food they need to give a food basket or serve a meal. Won’t you help us fulfill our mission of providing both food and hope to those suffering during this time of year, when the rest of us seem to take our good fortune for granted. If you would like to make a donation to the Community FoodBank please call 609-383-8843. The Community FoodBank of Southern New Jersey is located on the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township just past the Shore Mall across from 84 Lumber. Mayor Chuck Chiarello and Deputy Mayor Teresa Kelly have been Advisory Board Members since 1996.
Cedar Avenue Bikeway Nearing Completion The Buena Vista Bikeway has recently been constructed along Cedar Avenue and into the Michael Debbi Park. There was still work to be completed at press time. The bikeway is a three-mile loop beginning at Route 40 and going to Tuckahoe Road one way and then back to Route 40 from Tuckahoe Road the other way. There is an additional path going in and out of the park plus a bike rack that will be installed. This pathway was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation. It consists of 32,000 feet of long life striping, signage and a bike rack. The County of Atlantic, N.J.D.O.T., Pinelands Commission and the Township Engineer have approved design and construction. Eventually this bikeway will be linked to the County’s bikeway and provide access to Mays Landing to the east and the Buena Vista Campgrounds to the west.
BVT Applies for Funding to for the Beautification of Richland Buena Vista Township has recently applied for a grant of $330,640 for funding under the Statewide Livable Communities Pilot Program. These funds would be used for the much needed improvements along US Route 40 between Main and Cedar Avenues in Richland. The funding would provide for sidewalks, street lamps, benches, trees and other touches to make for a “downtown” effect along the highway.
Ruth Street Phase I to Start Soon Contractor’s bids were received and awarded to Arawak Paving Company for the Reconstruction of Ruth Street. The project will begin at Unexpected Road and run to Peter Avenue during the 1st phase. Work on this section of Ruth Street should begin around the middle of November and be completed by the end of the month. Construction is 80% funded by the Atlantic County Improvement Authority under the Community Development Block Grant Program. This is the first phase of reconstruction and this section is expected to cost approximately $90,000.00. Additional reconstruction of Ruth Street is planned for 2003.
On Saturday, September 28, the Newtonville Volunteer Fire Company celebrated with a building addition dedication and a dual truck housing for their 2001 H.M.S. (1,500 GPM) Attack Pumper and 7500 Gallon Freight Liner Tractor-Trailer (Big Red). There was truck judging and parade line up at Buena Regional High School on Weymouth Road. The parade traveled up Weymouth Road to Route 54 and then on to the BVT #3 Fire Hall. The King Center Drill team was in attendance along with Firefighters from all Township and area companies. A program was held and trophies awarded at the firehouse. Souvenir mugs, glasses, and shirts were available to remember the day.
Collings Lakes Ambulance Association On Saturday, September 21st a hoagie sale was held by the Collings Lakes Ambulance Association. The sale proceeds went to help the DeVree Family in the tragic loss of their son. Over $3,000 was donated to the family. The squad would like to thank the following people and businesses for their support in helping raise monies for the DeVree Family: The members of the Collings Lakes Ambulance Association The Junior Auxiliary, and their Supervisors The Family and Friends who helped in the kitchen WaWa of Collings Lakes – Sicklerville, Folsom, Hammonton Bagliani’s Food Market Harley Dawn Diner Peter Lumber Gene’s Farm Market Shop Rite of Williamstown, Vineland, Hammonton Bringhurst Meats Buena Vista Township and Comcast Channel 13
Buena Vista Township Celebrates Al Pellegrini, Sr.’s Retirement from Bernal Mechanical On Friday, October 4th Buena Vista Township Mayor Chuck Chiarello along with Deputy Mayor Teresa Kelly, Committeeman Peter Bylone, Committeewoman Sue Barber, BVT employees, family and friends celebrated Al Pellegrini, Sr.’s retirement after 35 years of dedicated service to Bernal Mechanical in Vineland. BVT also recognized Al for his service to our Community as our Township Zoning Officer, Code Official, Enforcement Agent, Pinelands Local Review Officer, Planning Board Member and Economic Development Advisory Board Member.
Buena Vista Township Collecting Empty Ink & Toner Cartridges + Cell Phones for Recreation Equipment Buena Vista Township belongs to the FundingFactory Recycling Program. FundingFactory is a unique organization that has access to state of the art recreation equipment. By giving Buena Vista Township your empty inkjet cartridges, laser/toner cartridges and cell phones we can earn points that we will be able to put towards the purchase of recreation equipment.
Crayola Dream Makers Have Dreams Come True Dominique Lopez and Anthony Muniz participated in the Crayola Dream Maker program while in kindergarten during the 2001-02 school year. Their artwork was selected out of several hundred entries for the Northeast Region, which encompasses over eight states, in the Crayola Dream Makers Program. Forty-nine of the students’ artwork was exhibited at a spring show in May at the Banquet Room of the Buena Tavern. That evening, parents, grandparents, family and friends joined in to celebrate their creative works that displayed Character Development. Binney and Smith Inc. is the Registered Trademark of Crayola Products. They have notified John C. Milanesi School kindergarten teachers Zan Coia and Linda Di-Pasquale-Morello that two of their student’s artwork have been chosen for the Crayola Dream Maker Northeast Region Exhibit. The exhibit will be held at he Hunterdon Museum in Clinton, New Jersey from October 27th through December 2002. Dominique Lopez and Anthony Muniz will be joining the rank of past National Honorees from the John C. Milanesi School: Obilio Perez, Corey Nilson, Lisa Micheletti, Erin Thompson, Nicholas Mason, and Jarett Pierotti. The 2002 National Honorees will receive a plaque with a copy of their artwork and will be recognized by the school and community.
Buena Vista Township Comedy Relief was a huge success!The 2nd Annual Buena Vista Township Comedy Relief Gala Extravaganza was held on Saturday, September 21st at the Buena Tavern. We had a great turnout, selling over 200 tickets. A vote was taken at the end of the night and the audience overwhelmingly decided there would be a 3rd Annual Event next September. The Buena Vista Special Events Committee organized and worked at the event. Special thanks to Chairwoman Dolores Comparri and Joan Stahl of the Mayor’s Office. We would like to thank the following people and businesses for their donations to our Chinese Auction: Susan Mesiano, Five Points Inn, Mary’s Hallmark, Cocoa Bay Salon & Dry Spa, Maria’s Salon & Spa, Janet’s Hair Salon, Richland General Store, Maplewood Custard Stand, Mainero’s, Larry’s II Restaurant, Villa Tiella Restaurant, Dondero’s Jewelers and Giacomo’s Restaurant. Be sure to mark your calendar for next year!
“Called To Duty: Recollections of Atlantic County Veterans” On Monday, September 23 at the televised Township Meeting Cynthia Mason Purdie from the Atlantic County Cultural and Heritage Affairs presented the book “Called To Duty: Recollections of Atlantic County Veterans” to Township Committee. This unique book contains the personal accounts of the military experience of more than 300 Atlantic County veterans as well as photographs and illustrations. Debbie Favoretto and the Buena Historical Society made many contributions to the book. Buena Vista is well represented in this wonderful publication. Additional copies have been distributed to each of the county’s nine library branches and are available for purchase for $5.00. The library branches are located in Brigantine, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway Township, Hammonton, Longport, Mays Landing, Pleasantville, Somers Point and Ventnor.
Atlantic County holds “Spirit of America Commemorative Program” in honor of 9/11 On Wednesday September 11 the Sandcastle Stadium in Atlantic City was the site of a tribute to the victims and heroes of September 11, 2001. The program was sponsored by Atlantic County Government and County Executive Dennis Levinson. The highlights included a Homeland Security Caravan that departed from the Shore Mall. There was a Fly Over by the US Coast Guard helicopter. There was a Scroll of Heroes. Musical selections were by the Miss America contestants and a local youth choir. Tributes by Police, Fire, EMT, Coast Guard and Public Officials were also made. Chris Grusemeyer of Milmay representing Buena Regional High School led the Pledge of Allegiance and spoke about 9/11. In attendance from Buena Vista were Mayor Chuck Chiarello and Committeewoman Sue Barber.
Mike Rivera featured in Regional News Story Mike Rivera, who is now serving his second term on Buena Vista Committee was featured in the Press of Atlantic City’s Special Section during the recent Latino American Festival in September. The section highlighted stories about the Festival and prominent Latino citizens. Mike Rivera is an Atlantic City Policemen, as well, as an elected municipal official. The story featured information about Mike’s background and the unique balancing act between the two careers. The complete story can be found at www.buenavistatownship.org.
At the September 23rd televised Township Meeting Mayor Chuck Chiarello signed a Proclamation to make October Pinelands Month. The New Jersey Pinelands occupies 1.1 million acres or almost one-quarter of the state. This expanse comprises the largest tract of open space between Boston and Washington, DC and flourishes in the nation’s most densely populated state - New Jersey. The New Jersey Pinelands provides the perfect environment for berry agriculture, making New Jersey the third largest producer of cranberries in the United States and home to the first cultivated, hybrid blueberry. The New Jersey Pinelands, the country’s first National Reserve and an international U.N.E.S.C.O. Biosphere Reserve, is home to many rare and endangered plant and animal species.
Private Well Testing Act – Now in Effect! The Private Well Testing Act, passed in March, 2001, will take full effect on September 14, 2002. This law requires sampling of private drinking water wells whenever a property is transferred pursuant to a contract of sale entered into on September 14, 2002 or later. By March 14, 2004, all landlords of properties on private well water will also be required to test the well water, and to retest every five years. Buyers, sellers and lessees respectively must be informed of the results. This is a disclosure law only, and does not create any additional obligations on the part of local officials. However, county or municipal health officials must be notified by the DEP within five days of any well failure. It is then up to them to decide what to do in a given situation. Some well failures may be due to minor contamination problems that effect only the taste of water and are not threats to health, but others may present serious issues. Local officials may determine to take actions in a given situation ranging from informing residents, to testing other wells, to assisting in the provision of water for those with unsafe wells. However, local officials are not required under this law and it’s regulations to take any action. Please remember that the test results provided to the DEP and local health officials are considered confidential under the Private Well Testing Act. The DEP has set up a website on this law that can be accessed from the main DEP website, www.state.nj.us/dep.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month On September 23 at the televised Township Meeting Mayor Chuck Chiarello and Township Committee proclaimed October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Home should be a place of warmth, unconditional love and tranquility. The crime of domestic violence violates an individual’s privacy and dignity, security and humanity, due to systematic use of physical, emotional, sexual, psychological and economic control and/or abuse including abuse to children and elderly. The problems of domestic violence are not confined to any group of people, but cut across all economic, racial and societal barriers, and are supported by societal indifference.
Look What’s Available at the Martin Luther King Center Flu Shots at the Martin Luther King Center The ARDC along with the Atlantic County Department of Health will be sponsoring FLU SHOTS to be held on Thursday, October 24 from 9 am to 12 noon at the Martin Luther King Center on Jackson Road. There is no out-of-pocket charge for the flu shot for Medicare Part B or US/Aetna Healthcare beneficiaries. The Atlantic County Division of Public Health will bill Medicare or US/Aetna Healthcare. You must bring your Medicare or US/Aetna Healthcare card with you. If you have other HMO insurance, you must go to your doctor or be prepared to pay a small fee. Keep Your Families Healthy Through NutritionA six week course (Rutgers Certificate) on how to “Keep Your Families Healthy Through Nutrition” will start October 28th from 10 to 11 am at the Dr. Martin Luther King Center. Call or sign up 609-567-6007. H.U.G.S. (Helping Us Grow Strong) H.U.G.S. (Helping Us Grow Strong) is for parents and tots to 5 years for reading and meal recipes. This program starts on October 28th from 1 to 2 pm. Call or sign up 609-567-6007. Dr. Martin Luther King Center 661 Jackson Road Newtonville, NJ 08346 609-567-6007
Deadline Extended to October 25th on 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.
Walkway to the Millennium 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.
BVT ONLINE 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.
MONTHLY REPORT September 23, 2002 By: Joan Dickerson, Certified Public Works Director Public Works has been busy this past month cutting down
dead trees in our right-of-ways. We have also trimmed brush around signs posts,
clipped over hanging branches and weed wacked around signs, poles and
guardrails. We hung the flags up for the Labor Day Weekend and left them up until after September 11th to commemorate the terrorist attacks on our country. Public Works assisted with the layout of new light poles at the Michael Debbi Park. The poles are now in place. The lights and poles at Quigley Park are now in place and will soon be connected to power. We have kept the Parks mowed and cleaned. The football teams and cheerleaders as well as tennis and hockey groups are utilizing the Michael Debbi Park now. We have replaced several damaged signs throughout the township and have finished striping the school crosswalks and bus stops. At September’s Drop-Off we took in approximately 686 lbs of metal, 11 yards of brush, 7 bags of leaves, 123 gallons of oil, 15 tires and a few cans, bottles and cardboards. We also took in 50 cans of old paint. Our next Drop-Off will be held on Saturday, October 5th from 8:00 am to noon.
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