A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Dear Neighbor:
As we reach the one year mark since the start of the pandemic, our top priority in Town Hall is to continue to protect the health and safety of our residents. These trying times have made an impact on us locally and globally and we have made strides to help fill the needs of our residents during this time.
My office continues to ensure our Cherry Hill seniors receive the COVID vaccine. We continue to take calls and emails from Cherry Hill seniors, aged 65 and above, who have scheduled appointments at the Camden County Vaccination Center in Blackwood, sometimes for many months away. Now that more doses are becoming available, we’ve been able to help them secure new appointments in the near term. This is so important since every day without vaccination for seniors is a serious risk.
We’ve made a lot of progress, but we’re still working with the county to reschedule residents as requests come in. Please remember that you must have an existing vaccination appointment in order for my office to work with the County to move the date up.
If y ou haven’t yet been placed on the list, or you know a Cherry Hill senior who hasn’t, give my office at call at 856-488-7878 or email vaccine@chtownship.com.
On Wednesday, I had the honor of joining Cherry Hill resident, Ethernell Saxon, on her 100th birthday at the Camden County Vaccine Center as she received her second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
I look forward to the promising months ahead and being able to open up safety for our residents.
Please continue to stay safe.
Sincerely,
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Cherry Hill Resident's 100th Birthday Coincides with COVID Vaccine |
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On Wednesday, Mayor Angulo joined County Officials at the Camden County Vaccine Center as Cherry Hill resident, Ethernell Saxon, received her second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on her 100th birthday. |
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Mayor and Council Recognize Cherry Hill Resident |
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During Monday’s Council Meeting, Mayor Angulo and Township Council recognized Sue Quinn Morris, for receiving the Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Medal Award from Camden County. Sue has spent many years of her life supporting the veterans of Camden County. Her work represents a strong devotion to community service.
You can watch the full Council Meeting on our website.
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Safety Employee of the Month |
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Congratulations to Cherry Hill Township employee, Al Carter, for being awarded the Safety Employee of the Month.
The Department of Public Works awarded their first Safety Employee of the Month to Al, who has consistently displayed a great work ethic and a strong focus on all aspects of safety in the workplace and scored higher than any other employee.
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Don't Forget to Spring Forward this Weekend! |
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It's time to spring forward! Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed on Saturday night. Daylight Savings Times officially begins at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 14.
This is also the perfect opportunity to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they’re functional in case of an emergency.
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A friendly reminder to residents paying their Annual Residential Sewer Bill |
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Information regarding Annual Residential Sewer Bill. Bills have been mailed and are due April 1, 2021. Payments can be made by mailing a check to the Cherry Hill Township Tax Collector's Office, 820 Mercer Street Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 or by physically dropping off your cash or check payment at the Cherry Hill Municipal Building, Tax Collector’s Office, 820 Mercer Street. Please utilize the mail slot which is located on the second set of double doors at the back entrance to the Municipal Building. Payments can also be made by credit card, debit card or electronic check (e-check) on the Township’s website.
Any questions should be directed to Tax Collector’s office at (856) 488-7880.
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As warmer weather approaches, more animals are out and about including deer. There are a number of preventive measures homeowners can take to protect their landscaping from deer. Many home improvement stores sell natural deer repellants that make the shrubs distasteful to deer – ingredients like cinnamon and garlic help add natural odors that are offensive to deer. Several plant species are also distasteful to the deer – including daffodils, forget-me-nots and thyme. Rutgers University is a helpful resource for deer resistance methods – http://njaes.rutgers.edu/deerresistance.
Additionally, the Township allows construction of fences up to 6 feet in height on the rear and side of properties. Homeowners may find these helpful in keeping deer away from their backyards and landscaping. Permits are available by calling the Zoning office at (856) 488-7870.
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Virtual and Spring Outdoor Classes |
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This spring, Cherry Hill Recreation will be holding virtual and outdoor classes for children and adults. Classes ranging from exercise to hobbies will be offered for young and old.
To sign up for classes, follow the link below.
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Art Blooms: Calling All Artists |
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This year’s Art Blooms will feature an in-person exhibit at the Croft Farm Arts Center as well as a virtual gallery on display from May 3 - June 4. The virtual gallery will allow for more viewers and potential buyers to contact you directly. |
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Household Hazardous Waste Event |
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Camden County presents a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Cherry Hill on Saturday, March 20 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Cherry Hill Public Works Complex (1 Perina Boulevard). Collections are held rain or shine. This event is for Camden County residents only. Businesses will not be accepted.
Please note that this event is subject to cancelation due to the continued Covid pandemic. As such, we ask that all residents planning to attend this event visit this website no more than 7 days prior to the event to confirm the event status. You may also call (856) 858-5241 to confirm.
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Distributing Dignity Collection Drive this March |
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Distributing Dignity is collecting pads for the month of March.
How to Participate:
- Order from their Amazon Wish List: https://bit.ly/3bozbjP
- Ship items to: 1285 Marlkress Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
- Hold your own collection and schedule drop-off or pick-up with them
- Bring your donation to their Drive-Thru Donation Event
Drive-Thru Donation Event:
WHERE: Cherry Hill Library Parking Lot
WHEN: Saturday, March 20 12–2pm
Rain Date: Saturday, March 27 12–2pm
HOW: Bring your donation and please wear a mask
Donate an unopened package of pads between March 1–31 and help them reach their goal!
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On March 25th, the Camden County Municipal Alliance will be collaborating with the Camden County Addiction Awareness Task Force to sponsor a workshop titled “Weeding Out The Facts”. The program will be centered on the legalization of Marijuana and its community impact. The workshop/alliance meeting will be held via zoom on March 25 at 6:00 p.m.
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Food Drive to support The Cherry Hill Food Pantry |
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The Cherry Hill Professional Firefighters and Cherry Hill PBA Local 176 members are once again teaming up to help support The Cherry Hill Food Pantry. From March 1 - 27, 2021, drop-off locations will be available at the Cherry Hill Township Municipal Building at 820 Mercer Street and at Cherry Hill Fire Headquarters at 1100 Marlkress Road.
Urgently needed items include laundry detergent, bar soap, shampoo, deodorant, napkins, and cleaning products.
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Information for New Jersey Residents that are Eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccination |
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New Jersey residents that are currently eligible for the COVID-19 vaccination:
- Paid and unpaid healthcare workers
- Residents and workers of long-term care and high-risk congregate care facilities
- First responders including sworn law enforcement and fire professionals
- Individuals aged over 65
- Individuals aged 16-64 that have certain medical conditions that increase the risk of severe illness from the virus
Beginning Monday, March 15, the following categories are eligible for vaccination:
- Educators, including support staff, in pre-K through 12th grade settings;
- Childcare workers in licensed and registered settings;
- Public and local transportation workers, including bus, taxi, rideshare, and airport employees; NJ TRANSIT workers; and Motor Vehicle Commission staff;
- Public safety workers who are not sworn law enforcement or fire professionals, including probation officers and fire safety inspectors;
- Migrant farm workers;
- Members of tribal communities;
- Individuals experiencing homelessness and those living in shelters, including domestic violence shelters.
Additionally, beginning on Monday, March 29, frontline essential workers in the following categories are also eligible for vaccination:
- Food production, agriculture, and food distribution;
- Eldercare and support;
- Warehousing and logistics;
- Social services support staff;
- Elections personnel;
- Hospitality;
- Medical supply chain;
- Postal and shipping services;
- Clergy; and,
- Judicial system.
For a more detailed lists, click here.
If you have preregistered at the New Jersey vaccine website, and are now eligible, you should soon be receiving your email that it is your time to make an appointment at a site near you to get your first vaccine dose.
Click here to view instructions on how to schedule your appointment.
If you experience an error or need support with the New Jersey Vaccine Scheduling System, you can:
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Complete an online form at covid19.nj.gov/vaccinehelp
- Call 1-855-568-0545 for phone support
Note: Due to high call volumes, callers are experiencing long wait times. Your call will be answered in the order it was received. New Jerseyans seeking help can also use covid19.nj.gov/vaccinehelp
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Information for Cherry Hill residents regarding COVID-19 |
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Stay up to date with the latest information regarding COVID-19 in Cherry Hill. Find information such as the following:
- How to Conduct Township Business
- Closures throughout Town
- Helpful Links and Resources
- FAQs
- Information for Local Businesses
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Upcoming Virtual Township Meetings |
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In order to join the virtual meetings, please refer to the log-in information and links on our website under the calendar section.
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Department of Public Works |
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The Department of Public Works Administrative Offices will remain closed to the public until further notice. Public Works will be continuing to provide services to the best of their ability. If you have an emergency matter that requires immediate assistance, residents should call (856) 424-4422 during business hours or the police non emergency at (856) 665-1200 after hours and on weekends. |
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Recycling Tip: If your recycling container smells, it’s contaminated |
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It’s a simple fact of life that garbage cans smell bad. And if you think about it, how could they not? With all of the food, liquid, yard waste and diapers that get thrown away every day, your nose is bound to take notice. Recycling containers, however, are a different story. Since none of those items should ever be placed in your recycling container, and everything that is placed in it should be empty, clean and dry, there should never be an odor emanating from your container.
If your container smells bad, it’s contaminated. The best thing to do is remove all of the recyclables, wash it out, and let it dry completely before adding back empty, clean and dry items that are approved for curbside recycling: paper, cardboard, metal cans and plastic bottles and jugs.
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Although, Township offices are closed to the public, our Senior Services Coordinator is still responding to voicemail and email. Please note that during this time, senior bus services are currently suspended. If you have any questions regarding Cherry Hill Senior Services, please contact Gaye Pino by email or (856) 661-4800.
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Socrates Club for Seniors |
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The Socrates Club is modeled after the Socrates Cafe gathering around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange perspectives based on their experiences. Discussion (No Politics) is led by Dr. Gary Packin.
The Club meets the second Monday of each month from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Online via Zoom. I nterested attendees should contact the Senior Services Coordinator at (856) 661-4800 or by emailing GPino@Chtownship.com. Space is limited, must register!
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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Cherry Hill Public Library is Open
The Cherry Hill Public Library is opening to the public for limited browsing (30 minutes maximum). Browsing in the building available Mondays and Wednesdays: 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Computers, notaries, and copiers are available when the library is open to the public.
Please note: Masks and social distancing required in the building.
Contactless Pickup will continue to be available
Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
FAQs
Donation Drop Off
Donations of books and other materials will begin on Monday, March 15. Drop off of items will be at the side entrance (closer to Friendship Grove). Donations can be dropped off Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please do not bring donations into the building through the Main Entrance. All items will be put in quarantine. For more information: https://chplnj.org/Friends_Events
Miss our Book Sales?
Stop by and shop our shelves! Visit the Reading Room and check out the CHPL Pop-up Book Sale. Please check our hours of operation before visiting. https://chplnj.org/covid19-faq
Spring into March by ordering your seeds!
Peeps are back!
Join the fun and participate in our Peep-O-Rama Diorama Contest. We challenge you to create a diorama that portrays a famous occurrence or scene: a book, a historical event, a current event, piece of high art or expression of pop culture. Just remember all of the characters must be played by Peeps! Submissions are due by Friday, April 16. For more information, click here.
Upcoming Events
Medicare Made Simple
Tuesday, March 16 at 6:00 p.m.
Teen Book Club: Strong Female Protagonists
Tuesday, March 16 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 are welcome to join our virtual no-stress Teen Book Club, where there are no required readings, but there is a theme. In honor of Women's History Month, our theme is "Strong Female Protagonists." Bring your favorite book that fits the theme to share with other readers or just stop by to collect some new reading recommendations! Learn More.
Discuss Marie Curie’s Life & Work
Thursday, March 18 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a virtual discussion about Marie Curie. She is the first woman to win a Nobel Prize for her discovery of polonium and radium. Register online.
What’s It Worth Virtual Appraisal
Monday, March 22 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Auctioneer, Appraiser, and Radio Host Mike Ivankovich will determine the value of one item per person. $15 per person. Registration required.
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