Would you like to add your organization's events to our calendar? Simply goto the calendar, click on the plus sign at the desired date and fill in the information. Once approved, your event will be shown on our site.
Additional information can be found on credible websites such as;
National Weather Service - http://www.erh.noaa.gov/er/phi/
National Hurricane Center - http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
New Jersey Office of Emergency Management - www.ready.nj.gov
American Red Cross - http://www.redcross.org/
Federal Emergency Managment Agency - www.ready.gov
GENERAL STEPS TO PREPARE YOUR FAMILY...
STEP ONE: "GET A KIT" of Emergency Supplies
ITEMS FOR YOUR HOME:
Three days' supply of canned, non-perishable, ready-to-eat FOOD
Three days' supply of WATER (a total of three gallons per family member)
Battery-operated RADIO and extra batteries
FLASHLIGHT and extra batteries
One week's prescription MEDICATIONS
FIRST AID KIT
Personal TOILETRIES
Non-electric CAN OPENER and UTENSILS
SPECIAL NEEDS items:
INFANT care items
Items for ELDERLY family members
Items for relatives with DISABILITIES
CASH or TRAVELERS CHECKS
Store important DOCUMENTS in a waterproof, safe location
IN CASE YOU NEED TO EVACUATE:
Keep your vehicle's gas level at a minimum of half-a-tank.
Every family member must carry CONTACT INFORMATION:
All phone numbers at work, school, etc. for every family member
The name and number of a relative who lives out-of-state, to call in case your family gets separated.
These are the basics.
For further advice, read “Your Family Disaster Supply Kit,” available here from the American Red Cross.
You can also follow these additional tips on emergency food and water supplies.
STEP TWO: "MAKE A PLAN" for Yourself, Your Family or Your Business
First, follow the easy-to-use instructions in “Your Family Emergency Plan,” available here from the American Red Cross.
If you have Disabilities or other Special Needs:
Read these Preparedness Tips for Individuals with Disabilities.
Register with your County OEM and local Police Department. Let them know of the assistance you might need during an evacuation or other emergency.
If you Do Not Own a Car or Cannot Drive:
Ask your County OEM or local Police Department for details on the evacuation plans for transit-dependent individuals.
Make plans with a neighbor who does drive.
If you have Pets:
Read these Preparedness Tips for Your Pet. Disaster shelters cannot accept pets other than ADA assistance animals. You must plan accordingly.
If you want to do more: Learn what it means when Public Safety Officials order you to:
Shelter at Home
Evacuate
Take Health-Related Actions
STEP THREE: "STAY INFORMED" of Possible Threats
It is important to know about the risks that may happen in your community, and to know whether an emergency is imminent or is already taking place.
Contact your local OEM or American Red Cross Chapter.
Ask which Types of Emergency are most likely in your area, and how to prepare for each.
Learn about the warning signals that will be used in your community.
Learn about the local radio and TV stations you should tune into for emergency alerts and official instructions.
Learn about the disaster plans for your Workplace, your children's School or Day Care Center, and Other Places where your family spends time.
Keep track of Current Weather Forecasts and Alerts with:
Local radio or TV stations
NOAA Weather Radio - or listen online
NJOEM's Weather Links
Message From the Mayor
Welcome to the Borough of Lindenwold’s Website. Let me take this opportunity to introduce myself, my name is Richard E. Roach Jr. and I am honored to be the new Mayor of the Borough of Lindenwold. Together, Council and I are committed to making our streets safer, our town cleaner, and our municipal offices friendlier. I look forward to serving the Borough of Lindenwold and hope that we will be able to move forward in a positive direction.
Each Department in the Borough has a council liaison. If you feel that you need to contact one of the liasion’s please feel free to e-mail the appropriate contact. The council liaisons are as follows:
Council President Cheryle Randolph-Sharpe: Public Safety, Revenue and Finance, Media Committee, & Redevelopment. csharpe@lindenwold.net
Councilman Wayne Hans: Lindenwold Drug Alliance, Public Events, & Fire District whans@lindenwold.net
Councilman Justin M. Jackson Jr.: Construction, Code Enforcement, Zoning, Parks and Recreation, Apartment owners, & The Senior Citizen Organization jjackson@lindenwold.net
Councilman Joseph C. Strippoli: Public Works, Sewer Utility, Lindenwold Library, & Historical Committee jstrippoli@lindenwold.net
We are committed to making Lindenwold a community that we can all be proud of.
I look forward to seeing everyone at our regular council meetings, and at our many summer events at Lindenwold Park. Check this web page for meeting times and future events.
Have a Safe and Happy Summer
Mayor Richard E. Roach Jr. (856) 783-2121 ext. 9236
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LINDEN-BORO CHEERLEADERS FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON PeeWees(Ages 8,9 & 10)-4 Consecutive Years as Battle of the Capital Nat'l Champions Youth(Agaes 11&12)-Battle of the Capital Nat'l Champions Unlimiteds(Ages 13&14)-2 Consecutive Years as Battle of the Capital Nat'l Champions Seniors(Ages 15-18)-Battle at the Capital US Finals Champions Parent Team-2 Consecutive Years as Battle of the Capital Nat'l Champions GREAT JOB!
On May 1, 2012, the N.J. Board of Public Utilities granted New Jersey American Water an increase in rates of 4.82%. The average customer will see an increase of $2.15 per month. The new rate became effective on May 1, 2012. Information will be mailed to customers or contact 800-652-6987.
Below is some important information from South Jersey Gas (SJG) to our neighbors, customers and business owners in Waterford, Berlin, Clementon, Lindenwold and other surrounding areas. This information pertains to work that will be performed to upgrade our pipeline facilities along the White Horse Pike/Route 30 from Genesee Avenue in Atco to Brand Avenue in Lindenwold/Clementon. Why is this project being performed? SJG’s natural gas distribution pipe is being replaced to comply with our infrastructure renewal plan. This may involve replacing you or your neighbor’s service line in conjunction with the gas main on your street. Where is this project taking place? Work will take place along the White Horse Pike/Route 30 with a majority of the installation occurring in the road surface. The project will be performed in two phases. All work will begin in mid-April. Phase I will take place from Genesee Avenue in Atco to Bishop Avenue in Berlin. This work will be conducted during the day generally between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Phase II will take place from Washington Avenue in Berlin to Brand Avenue in Lindenwold/Clemeton. This work will be performed between the hours of 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. due to N.J. Department of Transportation regulations. A copy of this newsletter with more information is available at the Lindenwold Borough Hall.
Part Time Position for a School Crossing Guard currently available for the Borough of Lindenwold. Applications available at the Lindenwold Borough Hall, 2001 Egg Harbor Rd., Lindenwold, NJ 08021
Seeking qualified applicants for the following position: Housing Inspector- Full Time Provisional
Applicants must possess the qualifications as required by Civil Service. Additional information can be found on the Civil Service Website at http://nj.gov/csc/ or by contacting the Borough Clerk. In additional, successful applicants may be required to take a competitive Civil Service Examination. All applications must be received by February 21, 2012 by the Borough Clerk at 2001 Egg Harbor Rd., Lindenwold, NJ 08021.
On or about January 23, 2012, the N.J. Department of Transportation will begin improvements on Route 30 from Brand Ave. to London Ave. in Lindenwold, Clementon, and Berlin Boroughs.
The Animal Welfare Association has received a grant to offer free spay/neuter services for cats in Lindenwold. To make an appointment for a cat(owned, stray or feral) call (856) 424-2288 ext. 105 or send an e-mail to clinic@awanj.org. Visit www.awanj.org for more information on this program.
