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A South Orange resident says there have been 10-12 accidents in the intersection of 2nd & Academy streets in the last 14 months because stop signs are difficult to see at night.

South Orange Village and designated groups will soon be able to use the Community Center on Valley and show movies on the exterior wall facing the Founders Park.

The utility will provide a regular pool of funds for annual drainage improvements and be funded by residential and commercial properties, with fees ranging from $35-$175 annually based on the amount of impervious surface on a property.

The designation is awarded to municipalities that demonstrate leadership in environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and green initiatives.

“I’m excited! It’s game time!” said Mayor Sheena Collum, saying the move will promote voter engagement and turnout, save money, and pave the way for more ballot reform.

Asst. Supt. of Special Services said the department has already fully complied in five of the nine areas that previous audits had revealed as lacking. Most of the changes were to department processes and procedures, and centered on a lack of paperwork. “We are already more than halfway there.”

Mayor Sheena Collum said leaders needed to monitor and respond to actions taken on SALT deductions, the Gateway Tunnel project, low-income housing tax credits, mass deportations and more.

54 individuals have received some kind of supportive services since the township’s partnership with Collaborative Support Programs of NJ began in May, with 19 people being helped in October.

Mayor Nancy Adams: “Let’s take inspiration from their example, and let’s dedicate ourselves to building a community and a country worthy of their sacrifices not just with our words but with our actions.”

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