During Tuesday’s Township Committee meeting Committeeman Harris Laufer, who also serves as Director of the Jewish Federations of New Jersey read the proclamation that stated that the month of May is Jewish American Heritage Month. “We are reminded that the vibrant culture of the Jewish people has not always been embraced. In a country where […]
Arbor Day Celebration
Last week, Friday April 28th was Arbor Day; a holiday that celebrates the planting, upkeep and preservation of trees. The first ever Arbor Day was held on April 10, 1872 in Nebraska where approximately 1 million trees were planted. Arbor Day became an official state holiday (in Nebraska) in 1885 and almost 100 years later […]
Elks Youth Week
Elks has designated the first week of May (May 1st-7th) as Youth Week to honor America’s Junior Citizens for their accomplishments, and to give recognition of their services to the community. Springfield Hillside Elks Lodge #2004 will be sponsoring an observance that week in tribute to the Junior Citizens of Springfield. During Tuesday’s Township Committee […]
April is CASA Child Advocate Month
April is National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, which recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Therefore, during Tuesday night’s meeting Mayor Chris Capodice proclaimed that April is CASA Child Advocate Month. This proclamation was presented to Tori Cappo of Court Appointed Special Advocate of Union […]
Harris Laufer Sworn In As Township Committeeman
Back in March, Erica DuBois announced her resignation during the committee meeting. She started off by thanking all the first responders who had participated in the Benefit Basketball Game: Teachers vs First Responders. She thanked everyone who had a hand in putting the event together and for taking the time to bring joy to the […]
Events Happening This Week
Residents, don’t forget the events happening this week as we say Goodbye to March and Hello to April. The 2nd Coffee with a Cop is this month on March 30th. Join the Springfield Police Department for coffee and conversation at Halo Roasters from 9am to 11am. Residents will have the chance to ask questions and […]
Upcoming Events for March
Residents, don’t forget these upcoming events happening in town. Springfield Public Schools Bond Referendum Vote is on Tuesday, March 14th. Polls are open from 8am to 8pm. The Township Committee Meeting that will be held next week (March 14th) will start at 6pm. It will only be live streamed to YouTube (posted to Facebook the […]
Reminders for Residents As February Ends
Here are some important reminders as we reach the end of February: Recently an important message from the Tax Collector was put onto our website. Residents should be aware that when clicking on the Online Tax Payment link through the Townships website, the “ModIV Assessment Query Link” will not be accessible going forward. Please use your […]
Springfield Ending The Agreement with Bloomfield Board of Health
During last week’s (Jan.24th) Township Committee meeting, the committee approved Resolution 2023-55 which authorizes the termination of the Interlocal Agreement with the Township of Bloomfield for local public health services. The Board of Health and the Township are “looking for some different, more robust services – looking as a township to save on funds, improve […]