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Ballpark Community Box Available to Nonprofits, Community Organizations
Requests due by Feb. 24 for drawing: Requests are now being accepted to use the 30-seat community box at the TD Bank Ballpark. To be eligible, applicants should be nonprofits whose client base consists of at least 50 percent Somerset County residents or community organizations that are located in Somerset County or have a facility based in Somerset County that serves the citizens of Somerset County . Applicants should provide a significant community service or volunteer element to Somerset County residents. "Since the time the ballpark was constructed by the county, one 30-seat community box has been available for the benefit of nonprofits and community organizations," said Freeholder Director Patricia L. Walsh. "We are pleased to continue the tradition again this year." Entry forms must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 24, and must include the organization's name and address, a contact person and phone number, the purpose of the organization and information about volunteer and/ or community service. Entry forms must be mailed to Bonnie Lacamera of the Somerset County Administrator's Office, 20 Grove St., P.O. Box 3000 , Somerville , NJ 08876-1262 , hand-delivered to the Administrator's Office on the third floor between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or faxed to (908) 231-1740. Organizations may receive an entry form by calling (908) 231-7040 or by visiting the county website at www.co.somerset.nj.us/spotlight.html and printing a form for mailing, faxing or hand-delivery. Forty home-game dates are available during the Somerset Patriots' 2012 baseball season. A drawing will be held in early March at the county administration building to determine which community groups will use the box. Organizations will be assigned available dates in the order in which they are drawn. There is no need for a representative of the organization to be present at the drawing. Organizations using the community box must comply with all applicable rules, regulations and ordinances. Groups are responsible for arranging for and purchasing any food or beverages. The community box is accessible to people with disabilities. For additional information, call the Somerset County Administrator's Office at (908) 231-7040.
Public Auction to be Held
A public auction will be held by the North Plainfield Police Dept. on the Internet commencing March 1, 2012 on the following website: www.propertyroom.com to auction certain tangible personal property that has been in the possession of the Police Dept. either by finding or recovery under provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:14-157.
Check Out These New Grant Opportunities On Our Youth Services Commission Page
Check Out These New Grant Opportunities On Our Youth Services Commission Page
Notice to Bidders: Leaf, Grass and Brush Pick-Up and Removal Services
THE BOROUGH OF NORTH PLAINFIELD will accept bids by mail, recognized overnight carrier or in person for leaf, grass and brush pick-up and removal services throughout the Borough of North Plainfield, until 10:00 A.M. on January 25, 2012 at the Borough Clerk's Office, Borough of North Plainfield, 263 Somerset Street, North Plainfield, New Jersey, at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The Borough of North Plainfield shall not be responsible for any bid mailed which is lost in transit or delivered late by the postal service or recognized overnight carrier or by a respective bidder or representative. Bids should be submitted in a SEALED ENVELOPE, addressed to the Borough Clerk, Borough of North Plainfield, 263 Somerset Street, North Plainfield, New Jersey 07060 and clearly marked on the outside "Leaf, Grass and Brush Pick-up and Removal Services".
Prescription Savings Program
For a low annual fee per household, Somerset County residents can save money on prescription drugs through the Prescription Savings Program.
Mayor Michael Giordano State of the Borough Address
An afternoon of chamber music
On Sunday, Jan. 15, at 3:00 PM at St. Bernards & St. Stanilaus Church, 1235 George St. Plainfield, four prodigious young musicians will present a FREE chamber music concert. Lucia Nowik, Alex Wang, Johanna Nowik, and Cecelia Sha, all are members of the NJ Youth Symphony, and won the 2011 NJYS String Quartet Competition. Come hear them play works by Mendelssohn and Schubert, and help launch them on their way to play in Vienna.
Upcoming Library Events
All events take place at the North Plainfield Library, 6 Rockview Ave. 908-755-7909 Thursday, January 12 Diabetes Health Screening offered by the Overlook Hospital Mobile Health Center [FREE] To register call 1-800-247-9580 or 1-888-285-1460 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Food Stamps Information Program presented by the Community Food Bank of NJ [FREE] In Spanish: 6:30 pm In English: 7:30 pm Wednesday, January 18 Relax, Renew & Rejuvenate - Seated Yoga [FREE] To register call the library at 908-755-7909 1:00 pm Saturday, January 21 Hispanic Heritage Music Program with award-winning guitarist Jesse Rivera (all ages) [FREE] 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 25 Budget & Managing Your Finances presented by Valley National Bank [FREE] In Spanish: 7:00 pm Wednesday, February 1 Budget & Managing Your Finances presented by Valley National Bank [FREE] 7:00 pm Thursday, February 2 Book Discussion Group: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins [FREE] 7:00 pm Wednesday, February 8 Partner Massage [FREE] To register call the library at 908-755-7909 7-8:30 pm Thursday, February 9 Bone Density Screening offered by the Overlook Hospital Mobile Health Center [$10] To register call 1-800-247-9580 or 1-888-285-1460 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday, February 14 Introduction to Microsoft Windows for Job Seekers [FREE] To register call the library at 908-755-7909 6:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday, February 21 Introduction to Microsoft Word for Job Seekers [FREE] To register call the library at 908-755-7909 6:00 - 8:00 pm Saturday, February 25 The Libby & Co. Jazz Trio [FREE] 2:30 pm
Christmas Tree Pick-up
The Department of Public Works will begin Christmas Tree pick-up on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. Christmas Trees will be picked up through the entire month of January. Please place your tree on the curb. Fall/Winter Leaf & Brush collection has ended. Please do not mix brush, leaves or any other type of debris with your Christmas Tree.
North Plainfield Police PBA Local # 85 Toy Drive
North Plainfield Police PBA Local #85. 263 Somerset St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060. 908-769-2937. Police Officer Daniel Conceicao, President. The holiday season is in full swing which means it is time for the North Plainfield Police PBA Local # 85 toy drive. "We know the holiday season can be difficult for the less fortunate so we like to help out," said Officer Tim Boykoff. Officer Boykoff puts the toy drive together each year with the assistance of Cpl. Dennis Kardos. Each member of the department donates their time and effort in providing gifts for children of the community who may be less fortunate this holiday season. In concert with Social Services, the police department identifies those who may be in need and reaches out to each family. 'We try to find out how old the kids are and what they may need and buy gifts for them. Each kid should have a present to open this time of year,' said Cpl. Dennis Kardos. According to union president, Dan Conceicao, the gifts will be distributed on Friday, December 23, 2011, to North Plainfield residents. Some of the toys will be given out at police headquarters and some will be taken to homes of the needy who do not have their own transportation. 'We hope we can bring a smile to each kid"s face,' said Conceicao. For more information please call 908-769-2937.
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Applying for a Marriage License or Civil Union License
Requirements for Applying for a Marriage License or Civil Union License.
Garage Sale Ordinance
Per Ordinance No. 10-03 - a new Garage Sale Ordinance has come into force, effective today (March 29, 2010). The application fee is now $10.00 instead of $5.00. Permits are now two days in duration instead of three days, and applicants are now allowed to take out three permits/year instead of two. Click here for new Garage Sale application formView Ordinance
Federal DOT Battery Regulation
Due to a new Federal DOT regulation, starting Jan. 1, 2010 Somerset County Recycling will no longer pickup household batteries curbside. Homeowners Guide to Proper Household Battery Management Battery Clarification Letter Types Of Batteries to Recycle
Community Information Service
The Borough of North Plainfield is launching a new Community Information Service designed to deliver important and timely information to residents in our area using the latest technology.
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Residents of North Plainfield can now take advantage of Nixle! Nixle is a community information service that alerts you to public safety threats and community events via web, e-mail, and cell phone. Sign up at www.nixle.com to register. ...read more
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