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[https://www.westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/3788/CROSSING-GUARD-APPLICATION] Crossing Guard Application/Information [https://www.westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/3788/CROSSING-GUARD-APPLICATION]
[https://dep.nj.gov/drought/] Drought Information:Currently the State of New Jersey is in a drought watch, which means the public is encouraged to voluntarily practice wise water use in order to preserve supplies. A Watch indicates that conditions are dry but not yet significantly so. During a drought Watch, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) closely monitors drought indicators (including precipitation, stream flows, reservoir and ground water levels, and water demands) and consults with affected water suppliers. Please visit the following link to the NJDEP website for drought information https://dep.nj.gov/drought/ [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdep.nj.gov%2Fdrought%2F&data=05%7C01%7CSQuirk%40westorange.org%7C4162026ab9924af85f8408da9037880f%7Ca76cc3fa91674a9c807c217a61a97453%7C0%7C0%7C637980865449883085%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NPFPXoR356kqaUPUKCoGG6MwfecvSvsdJvE069Bqhvc%3D&reserved=0] . If water restrictions are put in place, this information will be communicated to residents by New Jersey American Water Company. This information will also be posted on our Township website and pushed out through social media and our Township email blast.
[https://www.westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/9949/Monkey-Pox-Vaccine-Information] Monkey Pox Update: New Jersey Department of Health [https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/monkeypox.shtml#3]
[/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=8650] If you see Spotted Lanternfly, stomp them out and report to the NJ Department of Agriculture. Please refer to the following NJ Department of Agriculture website for more information and to report a sighting https://www.nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/pi/prog/pests-diseases/spotted-lanternfly/ [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nj.gov%2Fagriculture%2Fdivisions%2Fpi%2Fprog%2Fpests-diseases%2Fspotted-lanternfly%2F&data=05%7C01%7CSQuirk%40westorange.org%7C6fa174ca67c740f8a0de08da68a9995e%7Ca76cc3fa91674a9c807c217a61a97453%7C0%7C0%7C637937374885315417%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=UA%2F41%2FF1ZEn4AX5%2FS4y5FxU6NfVZmRV136pUizxD5M4%3D&reserved=0]
[/DocumentCenter/View/9787/BOARD-WORKER-APPLICATION-2022] Poll Worker Application Download Here [/DocumentCenter/View/9787/BOARD-WORKER-APPLICATION-2022] For further information, please contact the Township Clerk’s office at clerk@westorange.org [mailto:clerk@westorange.org] or 973-325-4155
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West Orange Arts Council Board Meeting 10/13 Thursday VIRTUALJoin Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/4213402593 [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fzoom.us%2Fj%2F4213402593&data=05%7C01%7Csquirk%40westorange.org%7Cd6e4a3aa89944fadf42108da523d545e%7Ca76cc3fa91674a9c807c217a61a97453%7C0%7C0%7C637912720619943983%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=FSOWIq4av%2BW3O81LUxnfw3EdEDkIJzuxRs8Fw12Q2i0%3D&reserved=0] RSVP: info@woarts.org [mailto:info@woarts.org] 7 p.m. Upcoming Meetings: 2022- 11/10 & 12/8 [https://www.westorange.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=10175] [https://www.westorange.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentId=10050] The West Orange Arts Council presents "Festivals, Fiestas and Feasts" in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month and all world celebrations. The call for artists is open to West Orange Arts Council members (current and soon-to-be) who are inspired to celebrate Hispanic culture and the multicultural community where we live. A reception is being planned for Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 1-4pm. WOAC provides gallery space, marketing support and artists are responsible for being present at the West Orange Arts Center by choosing a time during gallery hours Saturdays from 11am -4pm from Sept. 17-Oct.22, 2022, to assist with welcoming guests to the exhibit. Registration details at www.woarts.org [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.woarts.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7Csquirk%40westorange.org%7C45484ef11987485f812308da81d40b78%7Ca76cc3fa91674a9c807c217a61a97453%7C0%7C0%7C637965045888783669%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dlBCYFstdvRyh8yGcf6Z4AkROvWSafKKWa63nPdz%2FJc%3D&reserved=0]
Your support of the West Orange Arts Council is needed now more than ever: https://woarts.org/donate/ [https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwoarts.org%2Fdonate%2F&data=04%7C01%7Csquirk%40westorange.org%7C072071460963463190ef08d9ebcebed8%7Ca76cc3fa91674a9c807c217a61a97453%7C0%7C0%7C637800097102149660%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C2000&sdata=CzkudXtYBQVE5bGTgQMZ7%2FqUkVBLMuLRArn7czjd%2BjE%3D&reserved=0]
Gallery & Gift Shoppe Open Saturdays 11am -4pm All are welcome. No supplies or experience needed
[https://www.westorange.org/ImageRepository/Document?documentID=10174] Booey ToonsSaturdays at 10:00 am via ZoomFacilitator: Booey McBooersonRSVP: Private message Booey McBooerson on Facebook for the Zoom login. Supplies: A pen or marker with paper or other drawing surface.
Become a member: https://tinyurl.com/b7kvsbc [https://tinyurl.com/b7kvsbc]
For more information, visit www.woarts.org [http://woarts.org/]
[https://www.northstarpets.org/event/nspr-at-barktoberfest-2022/] NSPR [http://www.NorthStarPets.org] at BARKtoberfest 202210/15 Saturday11 am - 3 pmTurtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, Berson Education CenterA fun filled day at the Zoo celebrating and supporting local animal rescue groups, including us! Shop local vendors, food trucks and enjoy entertainment while you find your furever friend!
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Flu Vaccine for ages 6 months to 18 years old10/15 Saturday10 am - 12 pmEdison Central 6th SchoolFREE !!Robert Woods Johnson Barnabas Health and he WO Hispanic Foundation will be hosting a flu shot clinic for our community
Shredding Day 10/16 Sunday 11 a.m. -3 p.m.West Orange Environmental Center, 590 Mt. Pleasant Ave.Shred Confidential Items, Financial Documents, Receipts & Expenditures.FREE for all town residents. ID required. 4 box limit per household. NO plastic bags.Next Scheduled: 4/23/2023 & 10/15/2023
Upcoming Board of Education Meeting(s) 10/17 Monday 7 p.m.West Orange High School, LMC ,51 Conforti Ave,Visit WOBOE Agendas [https://www.woboe.org/domain/218] [https://www.woboe.org/domain/218] [https://www.woboe.org/domain/218] [https://www.woboe.org/domain/218] 2022 Upcoming Meetings: 11/21, 12/5, 12/19 & 1/5/2023
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Township Council Meeting(s) In Person & Virtual 10/25 Tuesday Council Chambers, Town Hall, 66 Main Street or http://www.westorange.org/virtualwotc [http://www.westorange.org/virtualwotc] 6:30 p.m.Upcoming meetings: 2022: 11/22, 12/6 & 12/20Visit www.westorange.org [http://www.westorange.org/agendacenter] for the upcoming and past agendas and minutes
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In Observance of Veteran's DayAll Municipal Offices Closed Friday 11/11 There will be NO trash or bulk trash collection There will be REGULAR jitney service In Observance of Thanksgiving Day and Thanksgiving FridayAll Municipal Offices Closed Thursday November 24th & November 25th11/24: There will be NO trash or bulk trash collection. There will be NO jitney service 11/25: There will be trash or bulk trash collection. There will be NO jitney service 11/26: There will be trash or bulk trash collection.
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In Observance of Christmas DayAll Municipal Offices Closed 12/26 MondayThere will be NO trash or bulk trash collection. There will be NO jitney service In Observance of New Year's DayAll Municipal Offices Closed 1/2 MondayThere will be NO trash or bulk trash collection. There will be NO jitney service
St. Patrick's Day Parade3/12 SundayStep Off 12:15 pmTown Hall, 66 Main StreetVisit West Orange Parade Committee [https://westorangeparade.com/]
Shredding Day 4/23 Sunday 11 a.m. -3 p.m.West Orange Environmental Center, 590 Mt. Pleasant Ave.Shred Confidential Items, Financial Documents, Receipts & Expenditures.FREE for all town residents. ID required. 4 box limit per household. NO plastic bags.Next Scheduled: 10/15
The West Orange Department of Recreation publishes a monthly electronic Rec Newsletter. It is chock full of information about upcoming programs and deadlines for registrations. It also includes stories detailing successful efforts of West Orange teams and individual athletes. It can be found on the Recreation page of the Township’s website – www.westorange.org [http://www.westorange.org/]
[https://www.cit-e.net/westorange-nj/cn/Payments-Donations/?tpid=17169>p=2&ptid=299] Donate at www.westorange.org/sunshinefund [http://www.westorange.org/sunshinefund]
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[https://www.westorange.org/1731/Operation-Blue-Angel] Visit www.westorange.org/operationblueangel [https://www.westorange.org/1731/Operation-Blue-Angel] or click on the logo above
[http://wosignup.com/]
[https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/nj/west-orange/west-orange-animal-welfare-league-nj59/] Click Above for West Orange Animal Welfare League Pet Finder [https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/nj/west-orange/west-orange-animal-welfare-league-nj59/]
West Orange Emergency Call SystemSign up to receive calls, emails and/or texts from the Township when an emergency may arise or important information needs to be distributed to residents. Click http://www.westorange.org/swift911 [http://www.westorange.org/swift911] to sign upThe Township of West Orange requires all “peddlers” (door-to-door) to obtain a permit. Learn more here: Peddler's Permit Requirement [http://www.westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/3894] . If you would like your address placed on the “Do Not Solicit List”, please contact the Clerk’s office via email at clerk@westorange.org [mailto:clerk@westorange.org] or 973-325-4155
RESIDENTS CAN APPLY FOR THE WEST ORANGE MUNICIPAL IDENTIFICATION CARD.Municipal I.D.’s will be processed in the Township Clerk’s office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please call the Township Clerk’s office for an appointment at 973-325-4155.Information as to what is required to obtain an ID can be found on our website at www.westorange.org/municipalid [http://www.westorange.org/municipalid] or located at www.westorange.org [http://www.westorange.org/] under Departments, Township Clerk. The Municipal I.D. takes approximately one week to obtain after processing by our office. The cost is $20.00, payable by cash, check or money order, made payable to the “Township of West Orange” and is renewable after 3 years. Program is open to all residents, including people who do not have a government ID.
Recycling Coach [http://www.westorange.org/88/Recycling] Check out this exciting site on all you need to know about recycling in West Orange.Get the Free Recycle Coach App.Get the free app for complete refuse & recycling information in West Orange at your fingertips!
[https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/recyclecoach/id1071714967] [https://market.android.com/details?id=mobi.recyclecoach.worldster.pack]
West Orange Senior Citizen Information Services Senior Citizen Resources [http://www.westorange.org/index.aspx?NID=1482] Bingo, Zumba, Yoga, and more!Click Senior Resources [http://westorange.org/index.aspx?nid=523] for more info
Do You Have A Security Camera?West Orange Police offer a voluntary registration program to help in crime prevention. Click here to register westorange.org/cameraregistration [https://goo.gl/forms/OupikgkrTn1aOjRw1] For information, contact Sgt. Patrick Matullo at pmatullo@wopd.org [mailto:pmatullo@wopd.org] or call 973-325-4045
Save Money On Your Property Taxes!!Click Shop West Orange [http://westorange.org/index.aspx?NID=1173] to get your FREE Shop West Orange Property Tax Rebate Card!
WOPD Introduces "Take Me Home" ID To Help Track At Risk ResidentsThe program can help find someone who has run, wandered or just walked awayfrom a location within the township and ease in their safe return. The Take Me Home program is helpful for people who are nonverbal or easily disoriented. This includes those who suffer from Autism, Dementia, Deafness, Alzheimer’s and other developmental disabilities. The program is strictly voluntary and not limited by age or disability. Click here for an application [http://westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/3738] Visit www.westorange.org/tmh [http://www.westorange.org/index.aspx?NID=1480] for more information or call 973-325-4045/4007
WOPD Is A Permanent Prescription Drug Drop Off LocationThe permanent collection sites are open year-round so unwanted medications can be safely discarded at the public’s convenience. Residents
can dispose of their unused prescription drug medication by placing it
in the marked collection sites. Dropping off medication is anonymous and
safe. Residents should remove any identifying information from the
medication containers, such as their name, address, telephone number and
doctor’s name. Medications that are collected are brought to a licensed
facility where they are safely disposed. Please
be advised that we cannot accept any sharps, epi-pens, inhalers or
items containing mercury in our unwanted prescription drop box. http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/meddrop/pages/locations.aspx [http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/meddrop/pages/locations.aspx]
Learn How To Start A Neighborhood WatchNeighborhood watches are started in an effort to reduce crime rates, provide security, and bring together a community. This cause can unify and fill a neighborhood with pride. Watches are also a great way to build relationships with law enforcement. Click Neighborhood Watch [http://westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/2947] to learn more
Safe Exchange Zone ProgramThis program is intended to create a safe environment for the transfer of goods and money for the seller and buyer involved in an internet based, in-person sale. Click Safe Exchange Zone [http://westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/2279] to learn more
What Else Is Going On In West Orange?Click on the logos below to stay up-to-date on everything happening in town.
[https://www.wopl.org/] [http://www.downtownwo.com/] [https://www.nps.gov/edis/index.htm] [https://turtlebackzoo.com/] [http://www.woarts.org/] [https://www.lunastage.org/] [https://www.ospacnj.org/]
Attention Jitney Commuters!!
Download The Real-Time Tracking App!Click Real Time Commuter Tracking [http://westorange.org/DocumentCenter/View/2336] to learn more
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