Saturday, February 2, 2013
A look back at notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Democrats Prevail in Springfield Recount Lawsuit The lawsuit over Springfield's 2012 election has ended with Democratic candidate Margaret Bandrowski for Township Committee holding her seat by a three-vote margin. Power Outages in Springfield Reported After Severe Weather On Thursday, Jan. 31, Jersey Central Power & Light reported that 892 Springfield customers lost power. In a message on their site, the power company attributes the loss of power "to severe weather that passed through our service territory." Senator Kean Teams with AAA to Urge Motorists to Prepare for Winter New Jersey State Senator Tom Kean visited AAA on Route 22 in Springfield to remind motorists to make sure they are prepared for winter driving. Speaking shortly before…
Saturday, January 19, 2013
A look back at the notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Research Firm Presents Results of BID Survey On Monday, Jan. 14, Springfield business owners and residents packed the Fire Department Headquarters to hear the JGSC Group's Mark Lohbauer present the results of their marketing survey. JGSC created a snapshot of Springfield’s shopping districts and the spending characteristics. With that data, the group drew conclusions and made recommendations about the challenges and opportunities facing Springfield business. Grand Opening of Delightful Cake Kreation The new Morris Ave. dessert shop celebrated its recent opening with an official ribbon cutting this weekend. Prominent members of the business community joined local officials in welcoming Delightful Cake Kreation, owned by Springfield …
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Here's a look at some of the stories that made headlines throughout Union County for the week of Jan. 6-12.
Clark [VIDEO] Watch Clark's Appearance on Terry Bradshaw's 'Today in America' Clark's television debut is here. The town's appearance on NFL commentator and former player Terry Bradshaw's "Today in America" infomercial series was recently completed and is available on the company's YouTube page. The infomercial provides a detailed history of Clark and highlights Clark's rec program, schools and accessibility. The infomercial was filmed in July, and Clark paid $19,800 in fees to produce and air it. The hefty price tag caused some residents to question whether the funds could be better allocated in town. The video features shots of senior and rec activites, the Dr. Robinson Plantation, Clark's senior fitness center, Hyatt Hills golf course, …
Saturday, January 12, 2013
A look back at the notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Bergen Sworn into Freeholder Board On Sunday, Jan. 6, Bruce Bergen was sworn into the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Bergen, a Springfield resident and a partner in the Cranford law firm of Krevsky, Silber & Bergen, has practiced law in Union County for 32 years and has been active in leadership and elected positions with the Union County Democratic Committee since 1979. Bergen was Springfield's township attorney for 17 of the past 19 years. St. James Student Spreads Holiday Cheer to Shelter Animals Madison Wright, a 5th grader at St. James the Apostle School, didn't want anybody to miss out on the holiday spirit, four legs or two, so she organized a pet products collection in her class. In the spirit of giving, her classmates …
Saturday, January 5, 2013
A look back at noteworthy events in recent days.
Reorganization Brings New Leadership for Springfield On Jan. 1, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi swore in newly elected officials to Springfield's Township Committee. Democrats David Barnett and Margaret Bandrowski were sworn onto the Committee, joining veteran Democratic Committee members Dave Amlen and Rich Huber who became Springfield's new Mayor and Deputy Mayor, respectively. Springfield Posts New Recycling Collection Rules After voting for a new service provider and refuse collection schedule late last year, Springfield implemented a new recycling collection schedule at the beginning of 2013. In addition to the new schedule, Springfield changed to a "single stream" recycling sorting method where residents no longer have to …
Saturday, December 29, 2012
A look back at the notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Springfield Officials Decide on 2013 Garbage and Recycling Collection Schedule After debate from members of the public and officials, the Springfield township committee voted to have weekly garbage and recycling pickups. Residents were split on the proposal to reduce garbage pickup from a twice weekly to a weekly schedule. While some thought the change would be a painless way to encourage more recycling, others worried that less frequent garbage collection would cause smells and attract rodents, particularly in warmer months. Springfield Republicans Contest Election Alleging issues with absentee ballots, electronic voting and former residents voting illegally, Springfield Republicans have filed an official contest of election with Superior…
Saturday, December 22, 2012
A look back at the notable goings on in the township this week.
Springfield Parents, School Officials and Police Debate Student Safety In response to last week’s school shooting in Newtown, CT, Springfield school and safety officials spoke with parents at length about safety procedures at Springfield Schools at the Springfield Schools Board of Education meeting. Chief of Police John Cook joined school officials in a presentation on safety precautions. During the presentation and the question and answer session that followed, parents questioned if the safety measures in place were enough. After Recount, Margin Closer but Springfield Dems Still Up After Union County officials recounted the ballots cast by Springfield residents in the 2012 election, the margin of victory for township Democratic Committee …
Saturday, December 15, 2012
A look back at the notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Springfield Republicans File for Recount Following a close election marked by unusual circumstances due to Tropical Storm Sandy, Springfield Republicans have asked the courts to once again go over the ballots. This week, Springfield Republicans filed paperwork with the Superior Court of New Jersey in Union County requesting a recount of the ballots cast for the four candidates for Township Committee. The Union County Board of Elections certified the results on November 26, 2012. David Barnett and Margaret Bandrowski were declared winners by a narrow margin, with Bandrowski has beating incumbent Jerry Fernandez by five votes. Springfield Parent Protests Newly Implemented Teacher Gift Policy In a letter to the Editor, an anonymous …
Saturday, December 1, 2012
A look back at notable goings on in the township in recent days.
Official Election Results Put Bandrowski Over Fernandez by Five Votes After weeks of uncertainty, the Springfield Municipal election had an official count this week. The final tally shows victories for the two Democrats in the race for the two open seats on the township committee, David Barnett and Margaret Bandrowski, with Bandrowski besting Deputy Mayor Jerry Fernandez by four votes. After the election, Springfield Democrats have a four to one majority. The only remaining Republican on the committee is current Mayor Ziad Shehady. Charter Commission Study Question Passes According to the official count from the 2012 Springfield municipal election, the Charter Commission question has passed by 170 votes. The five-member commission is …
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Here's a roundup of some of the top stories throughout Union County during the week of Oct. 14-20.
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Sunday, October 21, 2012
Berkeley Heights Area Leaders to Honor John Pullara, Berkeley Heights Eagle Scout Community leaders, businessmen and Scouters will join together to honor Eagle Scout John Pullara on Oct. 24. John will be receiving the Outstanding Eagle Scout Award in recognition for his dedication to his community and for exemplifying the values of the Boy Scouts of America. Two Charged With Unlawful Possession of Weapon in Berkeley Heights On Oct. 11, Ptl. Ron Desimoni arrested Raheim Williams, 36, of Chambersburg PA, and Jamar Carter, 30, of Manhattan, NY. Neither individual could explain where they had come from or why they were in the area, both exhibiting signs of nervousness. After receiving consent to search the motor vehicle, Ptl. DeSimoni …
BART FRAENKEL
7:21 am on Monday, December 17, 2012
It may have been an innocent mistake, as you say, but since he wanted to ask questions about the proposed change from the Westfield Dept of Health to the Madison Dept of Health, the outcome isn't so innocent. And if we go along with the suggestion that it was an innocent mistake of not understanding the rules, how did the TC members who appointed the new health care professionals feel the board … more ›