After three merger meetings and no progress towards funding a study the consolidadtion process is on hold. Meetings originally scheduled for May 1st and June 5th were canceled by the commission. At the last meeting, in March, participants from Cherry Hill Township requested that several legal questions - including liability issues - be answered prior to considering sponsorship of an RFP for a study consultant.
Market opening well received
The farmers market vendors all SOLD OUT by noon and were all THRILLED! The late-coming customers were understanding and enthusiastic for weeks to come. Market volunteers like Carrie and Griifin Kidd got the chance to meet and talk with a lot of people, and there was a lot of positive feedback
Unwanted ad flyers
Call this number to stop un-wanted advertisement drops that are getting left on driveways, lawns, etc. These advertisements are included in newspapers and you may be getting multiple copies. Cal1-800-540-0810
Kids learn to be safe near water
More than 60 kids poured themselves into the Boys & Girls Club Saturday to learn a few lessons about water safety. Sponsored by the Middle Atlantic Swimming’s Diversity Committee and former Olympic hopeful Danielle Strader-Bordi of Merchantville, Water Safety Day
Memorial Day services
A Memorial Day ceremony will take place in Merchantville's Wellwood Park located at Maple & Linden Avenue on Monday, May 28th at 10:00 a.m. There will be a wreath laying, guest speakers and refreshments. The program will be conducted by Bernie Henderson, F.W.Grigg Post 68 Deputy Commander, The American Legion, Merchantville, New Jersey. This year's event speakers are Borough Councilman, Ted Brennan, Chaplain Lt. Col. Christopher Miller and Major Glenn Bartschinger. The theme for 2012 is "Military Chaplains and Battalion Commanders". In the event of inclement weather the service will be held at the Community Center, 212 Somerset Avenue. For questions or additional information call 856-662-2474.
Wellwood is the spot for Merchantville's Birthday!
Join in the community fun at Merchantville's 138th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! The Birthday Celebration is scheduled for Saturday June 2nd from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Wellwood Park. Wellwood Park is located between West Maple, Hamilton and Linden Avenues. There will be traditional picnic, games, races including potato-sack, three legged and egg/spoon; a pie eating contest, a bounce house, balloon clowns and a dunk tank to name few. Refreshments by Cabana Water Ice. Music and entertainment will please the crowd throughout the day. The Public Events Committee welcomes additional volunteers to help with advance planning and as well as on the day of this event. Call: 856-662-2474 ext. 103 if you can help!
Council meets tonight to caucus
Borough Council will hold their monthly caucus meeting on Monday, May 7th. Under discussion on the agenda will be updates on unresolved 2011 issues and proposed 2012 capital budget items. Also on the agenda are a proposed Salary Ordinance and an ordinance