Township of Verona Newsletter
February 2020
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We would like to welcome you to our new monthly newsletter where you can stay up to date on the latest news, events and resources. The Township of Verona website will remain the primary source for all information. Visit
www.VeronaNJ.org.
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New Virtual Town Hall Platform PlanetCivic Launches
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The Township of Verona is happy to introduce to Verona residents and businesses, PlanetCivic, a new digital platform aimed at increasing community engagement in local decision making and supporting local businesses.
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Recreation: Pool Info, Summer Playgrounds & More
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Early Bird Pool Registration begins Wednesday, April 1st at 10:00AM. Register before 11:59PM, May 15th and save $25 on your Pool Membership.
Summer Playgrounds will run from Monday, June 22nd through Friday, July 31st. Registration will open on
CommunityPass Monday, April 13th at 9:00
AM
Open Gym days at the Community Center have started. DATES:
February: 16 & 23. March: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 4:30PM-6:30PM.
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More Than a Population Count
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It’s an opportunity to shape the future of our community.
This questionnaire records every person living at your address on April 1, 2020. This effort is mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
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Verona Library Offers Free Museum Passes
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The
Verona Public Library
now offers free museum passes! Verona residents, 18 years or older who have library cards in good standing, may borrow passes and visit museums without having to pay an admission charge.
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The Affordable Housing web page on the Township of Verona site attempts to provide a simple explanation of a highly complicated issue.
The goal of this information is to explain the history and current state of affordable housing obligations in the State of New Jersey and in the Township.
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Verona Police Remind Everyone to Set the Pace for Traffic Safety
We encourage our residents to be a part of this safety initiative by their actions.
Always park in a lawful and safe manner. Watch for parking too close to an intersection, parking in a crosswalk, parking in drop off/pick up zone
near schools or too close to driveways!
Maintain a safe speed
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If our residents set
the pace, additional traffic will then be forced to comply especially in our neighborhoods
Use marked crosswalks when crossing roadways and crossing guards around schools
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Our students will follow the
example that is set for them. Crossing mid-block or between parked cars is dangerous any time of the day
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Demonstrate that our community cares by setting the example.
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Finance & Tax Office
Did you know?
The Finance Office is responsible for the billing and collection for over 5,300 tax parcels and over 4,200 water and sewer accounts each quarter. Over 70 million dollars is collected annually.
Currently, there are a number of options available to Verona residents that simplify quarterly payments and allow easier access to billing information.
Automatic Debit program
, introduced in 2018, allows residents to enroll a bank account from which payments for their quarterly water, sewer, and/or tax bills are electronically deducted.
WIPP, (Web Inquiry and Payment Portal)
is available 24/7 and is a convenient source of information. Residents can use the WIPP not only to make payments by e-check, credit card, or debit card, but also to view billing and payment history and to reprint bills.
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REMINDER: All Dogs are required by State Law to have a license. Dog Licenses are issued as of the first of the year and expire on January 31st the following year. Proof of rabies vaccine must be presented when registering your dog. Cost of licenses are $10.00 for spayed/neutered and $13.00 if not. Licenses are issued Monday-Friday at the Health Dept, located at the Verona Community Center, 880 Bloomfield Avenue. Evening hours are available. Call 973-857-4800 for more information.
Cat license are due by September 1st of the current year. Reminder notices will be sent in August.
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Fire Prevention Bureau
Old or discharged fire extinguishers are classified as hazardous waste or material. They must be disposed of properly through the Essex County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Program. This event is held twice a year – typically in May and October in Cedar Grove – refer to the Essex County Website for dates –
www.ecuanj.com/newsevents.html
Old or discharged fire extinguishers cannot be put in your household recycling bin, normal garbage collection or bulk pick-up.
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Tax Assessor
Please be advised the Annual Notice of Property Tax Assessments postcards which used to be Green and are now White, have been mailed out. This post card is for assessment purposes only and should not be used for Income Taxes. The annual Tax Bill is what should be given to your tax accountant.
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Tree Removal Information
In accordance with the Township of Verona Ordinance No. 2019-34 prior to the removal of any tree either dead or alive, with limited exceptions, a permit must be obtained from the Township of Verona Zoning Office for each tree which is to be removed. No more than two (2) healthy trees shall be permitted for removal on any property per calendar year.
Tree Removal Permit Applications can be downloaded on the
Township of Verona website or picked up in person at the Township Engineer/Zoning Offices located at 10 Commerce Court, on Monday through Friday from 7:30AM - 3:00PM each week excluding holidays.
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- Library Board of Trustees – 2/20/2020 at 7:30PM
- Rent Control Board – 2/20/2020 at 7:30PM
- Town Council - 2/24/2020 at 7:00PM
- Board of Ed. - 2/25/2020 at 7:00PM
- Planning Board – 2/27/2020 at 7:30PM
- Special Budget Meeting - 3/2/2020 - 7:30PM
- Special Budget Meeting - 3/3/2020 at 7:30PM
- Neighborhood Traffic & Safety Committee – 3/10/2020 at 7:30PM
- Recreation Advisory Committee - 3/10/2020 at 7:30PM
- Board of Ed. - 3/10/2020 at 7:00PM
- Environmental Commission - 3/11/2020 at 7:00PM
- Board of Adjustment - 3/12/2020 at 8:00PM
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Essex County State of the County Address
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March 18, 2020 at 7:00PM
Essex County Donald M. Payne, Sr. School of Technology
498-544 W. Market Street
Newark, NJ 07107
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Essex County Outreach Services
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Essex County Outreach Services are available at the Verona Public Library, 17 Gould Street from 9:30AM-3:00PM on the designated days. The next date in February will be Monday, February 24th.
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