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Willingboro Weekly | May 1, 2024 |
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The Willingboro Weekly, delivered to your inbox every week, is full of important information, events, and activities designed to keep you informed and up to date. Happy Reading!
Six Women Community Members Celebrated at 12th Annual Phenomenal Women
Awards Dinner
 Approximately 150 family members, friends and supporters joined us on Sunday afternoon as we honored six phenomenal women in the community! Congratulatory wishes are extended to Ashana Bush, Officer Chante Jackson, Dr. Denise King, Kia VanWright Ford, Chloe Simone Worthy, recipient of the Youth Trailblazer Award (now known as the Kimberly Crenshaw Award) and Deborah R. Price who was presented with the Jill C. Cyrus Lifetime Achievement Award. Additional highlights of the event included a special keynote address by Dr. Felicia Hopson, Director, Burlington County Board of Commissioners, an award and presentation in loving memory of our beloved Kimberly R. Crenshaw, a special presentation by Alwaze Apparel, LLC who presented a $1,000 check to the Township to support recreation and parks programs and the unveiling of a plaque honoring all Phenomenal Women honorees since its inception in 2013. It was indeed a phenomenal event!
PLANS FOR TOWNSHIP
PLANTING UNDERWAY!
 April showers bring May flowers and our DPW team will be bringing flowers to the forefront to ensure our tree lined streets are filled with floral adornments. Currently there are an abundance of flowers at the DPW yard waiting to be planted in the various flower beds throughout the community. Work will begin May 2nd and will continue until all beds are filled.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR
COMMUNITY GARDEN
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Attention all gardeners and community volunteers! The JFK Community Garden is seeking your help! A garden committee is being established and volunteers are needed! Green thumbs are not required just a willingness to learn about gardening! If you are interested, please send an email to gogrow2021@gmail.com for further information. Volunteer opportunities begin this Saturday, May 4th! |
Infrastructure Improvements Are Among the Township's Top Priorities
 Roadway improvements, street and sidewalk repairs are among the Township's priorities this year. The Township Council and Administration are committed to ensuring that our roads, sidewalks and other key infrastructure are in good condition. Our contractors are working alongside PSE&G to ensure that are streets get the attention they need. Work began today on Pennypacker Drive and will continue throughout the month. This is just one of many projects that are underway thgroughout the Township. To ensure the safety of all involved, residents are encouraged to follow the directions of traffic signs, be mindful of constructions crews, avoid work areas if possible and yield to the guidance of onsite personnel. We encourage you to stay informed by monitoring our social media platforms, visiting our website and attending Council meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of each month to address any concerns or answer any questions you may have. Our commitment to make Willingboro a great place to live, work and play is still first and foremost.
Township Council Meeting - Tuesday, May 7th at 7:00 pm! All are invited!
 The Council will meet on Tuesday, May 7th at 7:00 PM. As a reminder, meetings are held at the Municipal Complex, in the Courtroom. Meetings continue to be streamed live via ZOOM on our Township website or on our YouTube channel. You may also view the live stream by clicking here: (This link will go live at the start of the Council meeting.) Tuesday's highlights include the introduction of the Township's new Municipal Clerk, a presentation by PSE&G and updates regarding the 2024 budget.
To join the conversation on Tuesday and ask questions, click here and enter passcode 531748. There are two opportunities for members of the public to ask questions and dialogue with members of the Council. Those opportunities include at the beginning of the meeting to discuss items on the agenda and at the end of the meeting. At the end of the meeting, residents have four minutes to ask questions or share their comments or concerns with members of the Council. To access the meeting by phone: Dial: 1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799. Webinar ID: 953 6953 7139; Passcode: 531748
All are welcome!
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES FOR
THE ENTIRE FAMILY!
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The Township offers a host of programs, events and activities for the entire family! Whether you are looking for an activity for your child, a fitness class for you or an event for the entire family, we have it all! For a complete list of all activities and events, click here!
WPD HOSTS FAMILY DAY AT THE FUNPLEX
APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUTH POLICE & FIRE ACADEMIES
  Applications for our Youth Fire and Police Academies are now available! This is a great opportunity for young people who may have an interest in a career in fire services or law enforcement. As participants of the academy, youth are exposed to a variety of activities that fire and police recruits participate as part of their training. For more information, visit our website or refer to the respective flyers for contact information.
MVC REAL ID IS COMING TO TOWN
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The MVC Mobile Unit is coming to Willingboro on Monday, May 20th and Tues May 21st. It will be stationed at the Kennedy Center to process RealIDs, non-driver IDs and registration renewals. Appointments book up fast so reserve your spot today! Click here for more information. |
FREE RABIES VACCINE CLINIC - MAY 8TH
 The Township will be hosting a free Rabies Clinic NEXT Wednesday, May 8th from 4 PM - 7 PM at Millcreek Park. All dogs must be leashed. Proof of Township residency, a photo ID and proof of rabies vaccination are required. Free identification tags will be provided! Cats are also welcome! For more information, call 609-877-2200, ext. 1028 or 1077.
Check Out What's Going on at the
Willingboro Library!
 Click here for a list of upcoming events and activities going on at the Willingboro Library!
FREE DRUG DEACTIVATION POUCHES
NOW AVAILABLE
Community Members Rally Together to Keep Willingboro Clean During Spring Clean Up Event
Disposable drug deactivation pouches, a product of Deterra Drug Deactivation System are now available for Willingboro residents. Deterra is the only independently tested and scientifically proven drug disposal system that permanently deactivates pills, patches, liquids, creams, and films. The patented Deterra System uses activated carbon adsorption to render drugs inert and safe for disposal in regular household trash.
Deterra is a safe, effective, and convenient way to dispose of old prescription medication and prevent unintended prescription drug misuse.
These disposable pouches are free and are available for pickup at the Willingboro Fire & EMS headquarters, Willingboro Police Headquarters, Reva Foster Senior Center, and the Municipal Complex. Feel free to stop in and get your supply today.
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NJ SNAP REPRESENTATIVES ON SITE AT KENNEDY CENTER ON MAY 14TH
 Representatives from the NJ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, a program designed to help individuals buy groceries to eat and be healthy, will be at the Kennedy Center every second Tuesday of the month. Representatives will be on hand to assist with the application process and ensure you have all of the resources you need to access the nutrition assistance program. If you or someone you know can benefit from this program, stop by the Kennedy Center on Tuesday, May 14th between 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION - JUNE 15th!
SAVE THE DATE!
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC SERIES SETS THE STAGE FOR GREAT SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT
 Plan now to grab your chairs and unwind with us on the second and fourth Friday during the months of May, June and July for some great music and community fellowship! The season kicks off on May 10th with Cintron & The Inca Band! All events will be held at the Amphitheater, located right next to the Willingboro Library. Don't meet us there - beat us there! We can't wait!
 For more information about the Willingboro Weekly, how to stay connected, or any other questions, feel free to call 609-877-2200, ext. 1178. One 2024 Township Calendar was mailed to every Township home. Additional calendars are available at the Municipal Complex. For your convenience, an on-line version of the calendar is available on our Township website. Click here to access a PDF version of the calendar. To view upcoming events, visit the local Comcast Channel 28, our YouTube channel or click here.
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