A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Dear Neighbor:
May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and at Cherry Hill Township, we’re proud to commemorate and celebrate the important contributions that individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have made to our community and nation.
As part of those efforts, this week I'd like to highlight the Asian American Alliance in South Jersey (AAASJ). The AAASJ aims to represent and safeguard the interests of Asian Americans in the South Jersey community. Through its organized activities, AAASJ hopes to amplify Asian American voices in the region, promote their unity, protect their interest and increase their representation and visibility. While its members consist mostly of Asian Americans, the organization is open to anyone who shares its goal and value.
In April, the AAASJ hosted the Stop Anti-Asian Hate Rally right here in Cherry Hill. Hundreds of community members attended the rally, where public officials and community leaders united to condemn hatred, racism, discrimination, bigotry, and Xenophobia.
We look forward to continuing to support the efforts of the AAASJ and working to build an even safer community together. For more information on the Asian American Alliance in South Jersey, please visit their website.
And finally, I'd like to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all moms, moms-to-be and moms-at-heart celebrating this weekend.
Please continue to stay safe.
Sincerely,
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Councilwoman Attends Library Sale |
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Last weekend, Councilwoman Golkow attended the Cherry Hill Public Library Gently Used Jewelry & Accessory Sale. 100% of all purchases benefits the Cherry Hill Public Library.
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Quarterly Property Tax Payment |
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This is a courtesy reminder that your quarterly property tax payment was due on May 1, 2021.
There is a 10-day grace period for tax payments. If the 10th day falls on a weekend or holiday, the grace period extends to the next business day.
Payments made after the close of business on the last day of the grace period will accrue interest dating back to the original due date.
- Tax payments are due August 1, November 1, February 1 and May 1.
- Residential sewer rent is due on April 1.
- Commercial sewer rent is due on November 1 and May 1.
For more information, please contact the Tax Collector's Office at (856) 488-7880.
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All delinquencies are subject to tax sale as of May 11, 2021.
Please remember to pay all outstanding sewer, property tax, or other municipal charges by 5:00 p.m. on May 10, 2021 in order to avoid this process.
Payments can be made in the following ways:
- By mailing a check to the Cherry Hill Township Tax Collector's Office, 820 Mercer Street Cherry Hill, NJ 08002.
- By physically dropping off your cash or check payment at the Cherry Hill Municipal Building located 820 Mercer Street. Please put your cash or check in an envelope addressed to the Tax Collector’s Office and place it in the mail slot located on the second set of double doors at the back entrance to the Municipal Building.
- Payments can be made by credit card, debit card or electronic check (e-check) on the Township’s secure website at https://www.cherryhill-nj.com/193/Tax-Collector.
- Payment can also be made by the Pay by Phone feature:
- For taxes: 855-472-2993 / For sewer: 855-472-2990
- To pay taxes you will need your tax account id number.
- To pay sewer you will need your sewer account id number.
- These account id numbers can be located on the bills that you receive.
- Easy to use payment feature – simply follow the prompts.
Cherry Hill Township will hold its annual tax sale on June 29, 2021 for delinquent taxes, delinquent Township sewer, delinquent Camden County (CCMUA) sewer, and other municipal charges.
Please contact the Tax Collector’s Office at (856) 488-7880 for more information or email the Tax Collector at credmond@chtownship.com.
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New Help Available for Rent or Mortgage Payments |
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The township is launching a new Rental & Mortgage Assistance program designed to help residents who have had difficulty affording their rent or mortgage payments due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The program is available to both renters and homeowners in the township whose income has been negatively impacted by the pandemic, and who qualify as low- or moderate-income.
Assistance will be offered for up to three months, and can be used to cover either current payments or payments for multiple past months, dating back to March 1, 2020.
The Township will begin accepting applications online beginning May 15, 2021 and funds will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Prior to beginning your online application process, please take some time to review which documents you are required to submit so you can have them prepared ahead of time. A full list of required documents, eligibility information and program details is available at http://www.cherryhill-nj.com/COVIDHousingAssistance.
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Visit the Art Blooms Gallery In-Person or Online |
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The Art Blooms Gallery is now open to residents for in person viewing at the Croft Farm Art Center.
Gallery times will be Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:00 am. - 2:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The gallery will also be able to be viewed online by visiting our website. The show will run until June 4.
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Kids to Park Day is Saturday, May 15! |
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Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.
COVID-19 has impacted everyone and has limited our ability to interact with our beloved national, local, and state parks. With this in mind, this year, the Park Trust will not be promoting “special” park events but instead encouraging people nationwide to celebrate the day at local parks and public lands with their household groups or established COVID “bubbles”, focusing on close-to-home outdoor spaces and experiences.
Cherry Hill Township has 2 FUN WAYS for you and your family to enjoy our Parks.
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See what score you can get through the Multi-Park Scavenger Hunt
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Go to any Cherry Hill Park and see if you can find everything on this checklist!
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Flagging with JFCS for Memorial Day 2021 |
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In cooperation with their community partners, Jewish War Veterans Post 126, The Camden County Board of Commissioners, and the American Legion Post 372, JFCS has several options this year to flag graves to honor veterans for Memorial Day.
Space is limited and advance registration is required. Flagging instructions will be shared promptly at the times listed.
OPTION 1:
Join JFCS on behalf of the Jewish War Veterans Post 126 to flag approximately 1200 graves.
Wed, May 19 at Crescent Memorial Park at 10:30AM
7349 Westfield Ave, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110
OPTION 2:
Join JFCS and the Camden County Board of Commissioners to flag approximately 1500 graves.
Fri, May 21 at Harleigh Cemetery from 10AM – 1PM
1640 Haddon Ave, Camden, NJ 08103
OPTION 3:
Join JFCS and the Camden County Board of Commissioners to flag approximately 1,000 graves (Evergreen Cemetery is directly across the street from the New Camden Cemetery)
Fri, May 21 at New Camden Cemetery & Evergreen Cemetery from 9AM - 12PM
Mt. Ephraim Ave, Camden, NJ 08104
OPTION 4:
The American Legion Post 372 of Cherry Hill will flag approximately 2,200 graves. This is NOT open to the public, but you may watch it virtually on May 29.
Sun, May 23 at Locustwood Cemetery
These events will be held rain or shine. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. You may bring a brush to clean off graves and a hammer to help push the flags into the ground.
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Save the Date: Dancing with the Cherry Hill Stars |
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2021 Dancing with Cherry Hill Stars:
- Mayor Susan Shin Angulo and Dr. Joseph Meloche
- Mary Capurso and Alan Saperstein
- Jon Cohen and Lisa Silver
- Carlton Faria and Sarah DuVall
- Ben Landsburg and Jodi Raditz
- Sharyn McTaggart and Sean McTaggart
- Tavit Murray and Julia Reese
- Joy Patterson and Rebekah Gross
- Colleen Rubini and Joe DeMarco
- Kristen Smith and Jason Fazio
- Lauren, GeorgiaMae and Joey Giordano
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Important Dates for New Jersey's Primary Election |
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The New Jersey's Primary Election is on June 8, 2021. If you requested a Vote By Mail ballot, you should receive it by May 7, 2021. When you’re ready, fill yours out and then Sign, Seal & Return it by mail, at a secure drop box or in person at your County Board of Elections office.
May 18
Voter Registration Deadline
June 8
Primary Election
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Request For In-Home Vaccination |
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The New Jersey State Department of Health is collecting information for homebound residents who are in need of an in-home covid vaccination. Please visit and enter your info at covid19.nj.gov/homeboundvax or call 855-568-0545 to get connected with help. Providing information through this survey tool does not schedule an appointment for in-home vaccination; it is for planning purposes only.
Individuals who are Medicaid members can schedule transportation to a vaccine appointment by calling Modivcare at 1-866-527-9933 at least 48 hours before the appointment. Please be sure to mention that the trip is for vaccination.
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Celebrating Garden for Wildlife Month |
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This month, the National Wildlife Federation and the Cherry Hill Environmental Board will be celebrating Garden for Wildlife Month. For almost 50 years, the National Wildlife Federation has helped educate people about why we should garden with native plants through their Garden for Wildlife™ program. Over 150 Cherry Hill residents are participating in this program, and we are calling on you to join us. In doing so, you will be helping our community become one of only 135 towns in the country to be recognized as a certified NWF Habitat Community! Please see below for a special Wildlife Month promotion if you certify your property as a NWF Habitat in May! Help us reach our goal and make Cherry Hill an even better place to live by certifying your property today! The simple certification checklist, application, and other resources can be found at NWF.org/certify.
Garden For Wildlife Month Certification and Sign Discount: Receive 20% off your total when you certify and purchase any Certified Wildlife Habitat sign. This is a limited time offer available online only May 1- June 30 2021.Certify at www.nwf.org/certify and enter promo code GARDEN21 at check out.
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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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Special Yard Waste Collection for Cherry Hill Estates |
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In light of the significant storm debris clean-up in Cherry Hill Estates, Mayor Susan Shin Angulo and the Department of Public Works have announced special expanded services to help residents dispose of the higher volume of storm-related debris and yard waste. Residents in Cherry Hill Estates have until Friday, May 14, 2021 to get their debris to the curb for this storm-related yard waste collection. Please note: Debris will be collected on Saturday, May 15, 2021.
During this period, normal weight and bundling restrictions will be relaxed, and Township personnel will collect any yard debris residents can move to the curb. Please note: We cannot accommodate requests to move trees or large limbs from private property. We will only collect debris that has been placed at the curb, and cut to a size that can be handled by one person.
Yard-waste that meets our standard weight and bundling guidelines (cut to 4-foot lengths and placed in bundles no more than 50 lbs. each) may still be placed curbside for standard weekly collection.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation as we attempt to help ease clean-up efforts. For questions or concerns, call the Department of Public Works at (856) 424-4422
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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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Cherry Hill provides a business discount program for Senior Citizens, called the Gold Card program. Any business who offers a discount to Cherry Hill Senior Citizens can participate in the directory. Listing in the directory is free to businesses. Check the Cherry Hill website for more information and for an online application. If you have any questions, please contact Gaye Pino, GPino@chtownship.com.
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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CHPL Hours of Operation
The Cherry Hill Public Library is open to the public for limited browsing (60 minutes maximum) and Contactless Pickup by appointment. Visit us Mondays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Computer Lab open during open hours of operation. Masks and social distancing required in the building at all times.
T-shirt Design Contest
Are you creative and you love CHPL? Show your enthusiasm by designing an original t-shirt design in our contest. The winning design will win a gift card, in two age categories! We are hosting a t-shirt design contest. Info available online; open to all ages. The winning designs will be available for purchase on t-shirts as a Library fundraiser! Deadline for entries: May 16. Learn More.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Visit our website for a comprehensive Mental Health Resource Guide. If you need assistance, email our librarians at chplref@chplnj.org.
Sign up for the library’s eNewsletter!
Get emails containing significant library information, important announcements, special events, fun pictures, and more! Email info@chplnj.org and include your name and email address to be added.
Donations
Donations of books and other materials are accepted. Drop off of items at the side entrance (closer to Friendship Grove) Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please do not bring donations into the building through the Main Entrance. For more information, click here. We also collect gently used jewelry and accessories all year. Please drop off items in the Admin Office.
FAQs
Programs & Events
Your Credit & You: Virtual Program
Monday, May 10 from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Learn about credit scores, myths, how scores are calculated, changing your credit score, and more! Presented by Alejandro Cruz from UCEDC, a statewide nonprofit economic development corporation. Register here.
Medicare Made Simple: Virtual Program
Monday, May 10 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Learn everything you need to know about Medicare and your choices. Presented by Marlton Medicare 101. Register here.
Needlework Guild Virtual Meetup
Tuesday, May 11 from 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Do you knit, crochet, or do any needlework of any kind? Join us online using Zoom and work on your project while practicing social distancing. Email Kristin to register: kredmond@chplnj.org
Virtual Meet the Author: Madeleine Henry
Tuesday, May 11 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a Q&A and book discussion with Madeleine Henry. Her new book, The Love Proof” is a New York Times “New & Noteworthy” book. Register here.
CHPL Teens Discord: Jackbox Games
Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Take a break and join us for a session of Jackbox Games! We use Discord to send out private room codes and to communicate with other players. To enter the game, go to Jackbox.tv on your smartphone, tablet, or PC and enter the room code sent in the Discord. Each game is open to the first 8 players to join. Email Jasmine at jriel@chplnj.org to get an invite.
Toddler Show & Share
Friday, June 14 from 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Join us for a Show & Share with our toddler friends. We will start by sharing a story and then participants will have an opportunity to show an object and share its story. We can't wait to chat with everyone! Register here.
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