Ewing Insights

Dear Ewing Community,

I’m excited by the positive response to our new e-newsletter. It’s designed to showcase what makes Ewing such a unique and vibrant place to live and work. From spotlighting local businesses to keeping you informed on town events, it’s all about keeping you connected.

This newsletter is for you, so don’t hesitate to get involved. Share your ideas, highlight your favorite businesses, and let us know what’s happening in your part of Ewing. Together, we’ll keep the Ewing community strong and thriving. Please forward to a friend. 

Best,
Mayor Bert H. Steinmann

Remembering Ilene Black

ELECTIONS 2024

Register to vote for the upcoming General Election Nov. 5

Don’t miss your chance to vote. You can’t cast your vote in this year’s general election on Nov. 5 unless you have first registered to vote. Don’t wait. Register today. HOW TO REGISTER: New N.J. voters hoping to cast a ballot in the upcoming general election have until Oct. 15 to complete their voter registration. You may register online, by mail, or in person.  IN PERSON VOTER REGISTRATION HOURS are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Township Clerk’s Office located on the second floor of the municipal building, 2 Jake Garzio Drive.  TO REGISTER BY MAIL, you may download a voter registration form or pick up a paper application from the Clerk’s office. All forms must be received, and you must be registered at least 21 days in advance of an election to vote.

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Important dates for the General Election

• Sept. 21 – Vote by Mail Ballots for the General Election begin mailing
• Oct. 15 – Last day to register to vote for the General Election
• Oct. 29 – Deadline to apply, by mail, for a Vote by Mail Ballot for the General Election
• Oct. 26-Nov. 3  – In-Person Early Voting Period
• Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. – Deadline to apply for a Vote by Mail Ballot in person at your County Clerk’s office
• Nov 5 – General Election Day – Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Board Workers needed for November General Election

Mercer County residents who apply and complete a required training session can earn up to $300 during a full-day shift (half-day shifts are also available and offer $150). Bilingual residents who speak English, as well as Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi, Gujarati or Punjabi, are especially needed. Election Board Worker program details are available at: https://www.mercercounty.org/boards-commissions/board-of-elections/board-worker-training And Board Worker Applications can be accessed at: https://www.mercercounty.org/boards-commissions/board-of-elections/board-worker-application

Early Voting information

New Jersey's early voting for the 2024 General Election is just around the corner! You can cast your vote from Saturday, October 26 to Sunday, November 3 at any designated early voting location in your county. Early voting is a convenient way to avoid the lines on Election Day while making sure your voice is heard. Remember, your vote matters! For more information on voting options, please follow Mercer County Clerk Paula Sollami Covello or visit www.mercercounty.org

NEWS AND SERVICES

Upcoming Planning Board meeting on Senior and Community Center Redesign

Betor Memorial Park Gazebo gets refreshed

The gazebo at Maj. Gen. George J. Betor Veterans Memorial Park has been given a much-needed sprucing up, revitalizing this beloved community space, popular for weddings, picnics and reflection. Located behind the Ewing Municipal Complex, Betor Park is known for honoring Ewing’s veterans and providing a peaceful setting for residents to relax and reflect. The park is home to a variety of monuments, a walking path, and the recently updated gazebo, making it an ideal spot for both quiet times and community gatherings. Visit today and enjoy the fresh updates! Did you know that some of our park amenities can be rented for your private event?

Reserve now! Mobile Motor Vehicle Commission stop on Oct. 11

Ewing Township has partnered with the NJ Division of Motor Vehicles Commission to bring a mobile motor vehicle unit to the Hollowbrook Community Center on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. With an appointment, residents can complete a number of MVC chores such as renewing their driver's licenses and vehicle registrations, obtaining duplicate drivers licenses, non-driver IDs, and a Person with a Disability, Purple Heart, or Disabled Veteran parking placards.  Appointments are limited, and registration is required to access the MVC Mobile Unit.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Low Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP) 
The County of Mercer accepts applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) each year beginning Oct. 1. The County continues accepting applications for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Program throughout the year. Residents who pay their own heating costs, and meet the income guidelines, may be eligible to receive financial assistance with their winter heating bill. Residents with medical conditions may also be eligible to receive cooling assistance.

The 2024-2025 LIHEAP season begins October 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025.

Send completed applications to:  County of Mercer LIHEAP/USF Programs, 640 S. Broad Street Room 106, P.O. BOX 8068 Trenton or fax to 609-278-2758.

Appointments: If an in-person appointment is necessary, clients can call 609-337-0933 or email housing@mercercounty.org to schedule.

Questions: please leave a message at 609-989-6959 (Spanish - 609-989-6539), send an email, or check the Housing & Community Development web pages for updated information.

FAMILY FUN

Ewing Arts Commission Presents: 

“All Things Wyrd and Wonderful,” the first solo exhibit by Drawing Down Lore and Kerry Mairie Depraida is the Ewing Arts Commission’s featured artist for October 2024. Join us for an Opening Reception Thursday, Oct 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ewing Municipal Building, 2 Jake Garzio Drive. 

Join the artist for an evening of myth and folklore, where you’ll experience over 70 pieces of mixed media paintings and 3D works that dive into the realm of the fantastical and the extraordinary. This exhibition is a celebration of creativity and a journey into the “wyrd” and wonderful aspects of art. Admission is free and the show will be open through Oct. 31 during regular business hours, Monday-Friday.

Save the date!

Trunk or Treat Oct. 26

Mayor Bert Steinmann invites kids in Grades 8 and younger to dress up in their Halloween best and bring their parents/guardians to Ewing Township’s annual Trunk or Treat event at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). The event will be held in parking lot 4 on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 3 to 4:30 pm. See amazing trunk displays and get your candy in a safe, friendly setting. Pumpkin decorating and arts and crafts begin at 2 p.m. Click the flyer for more info.

Registration Required:  Trunks | Treaters
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.

Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge

The Ewing Knights of Columbus Council 3756 is conducting their Annual Soccer Challenge on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Ewing Municipal Soccer Complex. All boys and girls ages 9 - 14 are invited to participate (Age eligibility is determined by the age of the contestant as of Sept. 1). All contestants are recognized for their participation in the event.

The Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge provides an athletic outlet for boys and girls ages 9 to 14 through penalty kick competition. Designed for players to demonstrate their skills in the penalty kick. Children demonstrate the most important skill in soccer – shooting accuracy on the penalty kick – and compete to reach the district, state, and even international level of competition.

For additional information contact Past Grand Knight Frank Ferdetta at 609-475-5031 or Frank.Ferdetta1@verizon.net.

Basketball & Volleyball

Registration for ERBL Basketball and Ewing Rec Wrestling opens on Friday, Sept. 27 at communitypass.net. The basketball league welcomes boys and girls from K-8, with options for all skill levels. 

 Adult Co-Ed Pick-up Volleyball starting Oct. 2 at Antheil School from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Get all the details and register today!

Wrestling

Ewing Recreation Wrestling Program is for kids in grades 1-8. Ours in an instructional program which emphasizes getting fit and building confidence. No previous wrestling
experience needed to participate! Practices begin Nov. 12 at Fisher Middle School. 

Register at communitypass.net
If you require assistance, please contact Nancy at npappano@ewingnj.org

Questions/Concerns? Call Coach Tye at 609-273-2739 or email tye@princeton.edu

PUBLIC WORKS AND SUSTAINABILITY

New Location for Brush Drop-Off

As necessitated by the long-awaited redevelopment of the former Naval Air Warfare Center on Parkway Avenue and to maintain a prized convenience, Ewing Township has moved the Brush Drop Off Convenience Center to its permanent location at 100 Beakes Street, Ewing, NJ 08638. (Access from Prospect Street to Dover Ave end of street).

The drop-off site will be open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. We look forward to serving you!

This Fall: New Leaf Collection Guidelines in Effect

Beginning this fall, from November through January, residents will no longer have to bag loose leaves. Instead, curbside pickup will be provided using Ewing’s new truck-mounted leaf vacuum. Residents can continue bagging leaves for pickup from March to October. Additionally, Ewing will no longer collect grass clippings with yard waste. Grass clippings, which are considered solid waste, must be placed in trash bags and put out for regular garbage pickup starting in September. Grass left at the curb in brown bags won’t be collected, and it should not be mixed with leaves or other yard waste. A slide presentation from the meeting is available on the township website, along with a FAQ on yard waste recycling and a brochure that includes tips and a zone map. Residents can also pick up a brochure at Town Hall or the Public Works facility at 136 Scotch Road or download here. For more information, visit the township website or contact Public Works at publicworks@ewingnj.org.

Build a Rain Barrel Workshop 

$25 registration fee includes all construction materials, limit 2 per household. Pre-registration is required by Oct. 11 at 5 p.m. 

Scan the code or click the flyer to register. 

Last Paper Shredding Events of the Season!

Don’t miss your final chance to shred personal documents before the season ends! Ewing will conduct a paper shredding event on Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ewing Municipal Building. Mercer County Improvement Authority also hosts a paper shredding event on Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Lot 4/ 651 South Broad Street (across from Mercer County Administration Building). Click on the flyer for more information. Reminder: please ensure that only sensitive documents are brought for shredding, such as those containing personal information like bank statements or medical records. Papers that are typically recycled, such as newspapers, magazines, and junk mail, should be disposed of through regular recycling channels instead. This helps focus the shredding service on protecting sensitive data while keeping the event efficient.

HEALTH AND SENIOR SERVICES

FREE COVID-19 test kits available from Federal Government

COVID-19 testing can help you know if you have COVID-19 so you can decide what to do next, like getting treatment to reduce your risk of severe illness and taking steps to lower your chances of spreading the virus to others. Your order of COVID tests is completely free – you won’t even pay for shipping. Kits are being shipped now. Want to know when your tests are coming? Sign up to receive email alerts when you order! https://www.covidtests.gov/

Ewing residents offered free Radon Test Kits

Mayor Bert Steinmann, the Ewing Township Health Department, and the NJ Department of Environmental Protection are providing free radon test kits to residents. Radon is a radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer, and testing is recommended, especially for homes with high potential. Kits are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Homeowners can reserve a kit by calling 609-883-2900 Ext. 7621. Testing is critical for safety, and mitigation options are available if radon is detected.

Senior Tax Freeze program

The Office of the Ewing Tax Assessor announces that the deadline to apply for the Senior Freeze property tax program is Oct 31. This freeze is for qualifying seniors and disabled. Learn more at https://www.nj.gov/treasury/taxation/ptr/index.shtml

2024 Flu Vaccination Schedule 

The Ewing Township Health Department encourages all Ewing residents to get their free flu shot ahead of the 2024 flu season. This free clinic is available to Ewing Township residents only.   Get the flu vaccine to protect yourself against infection and to help prevent the spread of the disease.  Reduce the risk of getting the flu, visits to your physician, lost time at work and school due to the flu, as well as flu-related hospitalization.  Receiving your flu vaccination if you are healthy helps to prevent illness in our most vulnerable populations as well. The Flu Vaccine is RECOMMENDED for ALL adults and children aged 6 months and older (with rare exceptions[1]) and REQUIRED for children attending nursery school and children in daycare who are 6 months to 5 years of age.  Postpone getting a flu shot if you have a fever or feel ill. No insurance? No problem. Click the calendar, below or here for the full schedule.

WORKSHOPS, SUPPORT, COMMUNITY NEWS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Down to Business: Congratulating Ewing's Newest! 

Want your new business featured here? Email contactus@ewingnj.org

Who do you love? Ewing Township is fortunate to have so many outstanding businesses. From companies that enhance our town’s curb appeal to those taking advantage of our strategic location, these businesses play a vital role in making Ewing a vibrant community. Whether it’s local shops, restaurants, corporate offices, or hotels, each one contributes to the township’s growth and character. Ewing’s convenient access to major highways, along with its welcoming atmosphere, makes it a prime location for businesses to thrive. We want to hear from you! Click on the image to share which local businesses you love and why. Thank you to all the businesses that continue to make Ewing a great place to live, work, and shop.

PUBLIC SAFETY

Ewing Police Officer of the Year

Congratulations to Ewing Police Officer of the Year, Jonathan Bag! Officer Bag's dedication and service to the Ewing community have earned him this well-deserved recognition. His commitment to keeping Ewing safe and his outstanding work ethic inspire us all. We are grateful for his contributions to the Ewing Township Police Department and the community he serves every day. Please join us in congratulating Officer Bag for this incredible honor! Officer Bag, eighth from left, with fellow officers at the dinner, held Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.

Ewing Township Police Department Earns Fourth Consecutive Accreditation from NJSACOP

The Ewing Township Police Department has been accredited for an unprecedented fourth time by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP), placing the department among an elite 8 percent of agencies statewide to achieve this honor four times in a row. Read more here. Pictured, from left, Council President Kevin Baxter, Councilwoman Sarah Steward, Ewing Police Chief Albert Rhodes, Sgt. Nicholas Muscente, Lt. Kenneth Vagnozzi, Captain Charles Morgan, Harry J. Delgado, Ed.S., NJSACOP Program Director, Council Vice President Jennifer Keyes-Maloney, and Councilman David Schroth.

Ewing Township Receives $3 million SAFER Grant for Firefighter Hiring

Ewing Township is proud to announce a $3,015,933.03 grant through the FY2023 SAFER Program, enabling the Township to hire up to 12 new career firefighters. This federal funding, covering salaries and benefits, will support fire services through 2028 without any cost share required from the Township. “This grant is a game-changer for public safety in Ewing,” said Mayor Bert Steinmann. “It allows us to strengthen our fire department and protect our growing community.” The hiring process will begin immediately.

Have you updated your RAVE account?

To receive NON-EMERGENCY calls and texts from the Office of Mayor Bert Steinmann, you must sign in to your existing account and opt in to get the "community alerts," messages such as fireworks shows, Community Fest, health clinics, vaccination clinics and so on. Click on the flyer to be redirected to RAVE. 

PUBLIC MEETINGS

• Oct. 2, Redevelopment Committee
• Oct. 3, Planning Board (ESCC Redesign)
• Oct. 8, Patriotic Committee
• Oct. 8, Town Council, 6:30 p.m.

BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Get involved and make a difference in Ewing!

We are looking for dedicated residents to apply for open seats on various township boards and commissions. Whether you’re passionate about planning, environmental issues, or community development, your voice and expertise can help shape the future of our community. This is a great opportunity to give back and work alongside others who are committed to making Ewing a great place to live. Don’t miss your chance to contribute—apply today! Submit your resume and area of interest via email to the Office of Mayor Bert H. Steinmann at contactus@ewingnj.org 

Dear Neighbor,

We hope you're enjoying the new Ewing Insights newsletter and finding it helpful! It’s designed to keep you in the loop on all things Ewing, but we want to hear from you! Let us know what you think, share your feedback, and send us your ideas for future content—whether it’s local stories, events, or businesses to highlight. Your input will help us keep Ewing connected. Forward this newsletter to a friend!