2015 Issue III: Summer - The Maplewood Leaflet

Chief Editor: Joseph Manning, Township Business Administrator Editor: Cesar Correa, Assistant Township Administrator

Health & HarvestFest

The Springfield Avenue Partnership and Maplewood Loves Wellness are pleased to announce the merger of their individual events, HarvestFest and the Wellness Fair. Together, they will now bring you one event, Health and HarvestFest!

The organizers of the Wellness Fair and HarvestFest held a meeting some months ago to discuss the possibility of joining the two popular events. The discussion didn’t take long. Everyone thought it would be a positive change and agreed to the merger.

“Joining these two events is a great idea” said District Manager Julie Doran. “They are both already well known, popular events and together we can reach an even larger audience. With the best pieces of each event coming together, it will definitely be great!”

“The Fall, harvest season, is the perfect time of year to promote family fun and a healthy lifestyle, so why not bring the two together in one location. The combined fair will definitely offer something for everyone” said Deputy Mayor Kathy Leventhal, chair of the Maplewood Loves Wellness Committee.

There will still be the best of both events at the new Health and HarvestFest. The HarvestFest kid activities like pumpkin painting, pony rides and a bounce house, live music and performances will be combined with the favorite healthy eating cooking contest and popular health and wellness vendors from the Wellness Fair.

This is a win-win for our community, so mark your calendars for Saturday October 10th, rain or shine, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. We’re excited to bring you the new Health and Harvest Fest!

More information is available at: www.SpringfieldAvenue.com.

ThriftWorks Urban League of Essex County

Donation Drive

From July 6th to July 10th a donation collection box will be placed in the lobby of the Municipal Building at 574 Valley Street. There will be onsite collections for: clothing, shoes, belts, blankets,

backpacks, books, etc.

For more information contact John Sowell at jsowell@ulec.org or 973-624-9535 ext.103

From the Administration Department

Administration Department

574 Valley Street - (973) 762-8120

Maplewood, New Jersey 07040

The Township of Maplewood is preparing for its 21st season of sponsoring the Maplewood

Farmers Market.

The market will be held at the Indiana Street Municipal parking lot adjacent to Springfield

Ave. The hours of operations will be every Monday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Opening market day will be June 8th and the market season will conclude on October 26th.

Depending on weather and market attendance, it may extend until November 9th.

Join us for a great season filled with Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables, pickles and olives,

breads, pastries and preserves, cheeses; prepared foods like steaks, burgers, crab cakes;

gluten-free meals for "on the go" and veggie burgers!

This year's vendors are:

Alstede Farms (908)-879-7189 from Chester NJ

Stony Hills Gardens (908)-879-2696 from Chester NJ

Hoboken Farms 1-(800)-854-4644 from Hoboken NJ

Pickles, Olives, etc. (201)-663-1707 from Lyndhurst NJ

Jersey City Veggie Burgers (201)-472-5282

Paolo's Kitchen - Gluten Free Specialist (908)-219-4166 from New Providence NJ

El Lechon de Negron (908)-577-6229 from Union NJ

For more information about the market, or how to become a vendor,

call the Farmer's Market at 973-762-8120 ext. 2003

or email the Farmers Market Manager

From the Public Works Department

Maplewood Public Works Department

359 Boyden Ave - (973) 762-1175

Maplewood, New Jersey 07040

Residential Curbside Recycling

Curbside recycling will be collected on EVERY Monday for the entire town.

(When a holiday falls on a Monday, recyclables will be collected on Tuesday)

Recyclables should be placed in reusable containers, or clear plastic bags, and placed at the curb

the night before the scheduled recycling collection.

Recyclable Items Allowed at the Curbside

Aluminum, Steel, and Tin Cans, Foils, and Trays.

All Paper Products, including: Cardboard Boxes (tied in string), Cartons & Juice Boxes, Books,

Boxboard, Shipping Boxes, Brochures, File Folders, Magazines, Newspapers (tied in string),

Envelopes (windowed included), Paper Towel Rolls, Brown Paper Bags, Phone Books.

All Glass Bottles (clear brown, green); remove lids prior to placing in recycling.

Plastic Bottles, Jugs, and Containers - Labeled 1-7.

NO plastic bags, NO hoses or wires, NO plastic pipes, NO plastic furniture, NO polystyrene, NO

wood or construction materials, NO unlabeled plastic.

RECYCLING CENTER:

The Township of Maplewood also operates a recycling center located at 359 Boyden Ave. The

facility is open to Maplewood residents only. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday

from 9am to 3pm, and Saturday from 9am to 12pm.

The facility is for residential usage only. Commercial usage is not allowed.

Items Accepted: All of the items listed above. Additionally, the center accepts used motor oil,

used cooking oil, air conditioners, washers, dryers, and electronic waste items (see description

below).

Scrap Metal

Have some scrap metal and don’t know how to dispose of it? Take it to the Maplewood

Recycling Center (359 Boyden Avenue) or if the item is too big or too heavy call the Maplewood

DPW at 973-762-1175 to schedule a curbside pickup.

Recycle Your Cooking Oil

Pouring your used cooking oil down your drain or in the toilet will only lead to blockages in your

pluming system or the township’s sewer system. When a blockage happens it could lead to

sewage backing up in to your house or a neighbor’s house.

Recycle your used cooking oil at the Maplewood Recycling center. There is a large container on

the platform and you can just pour in the used cooking oil from your household or business. This

service is drop –off only.

2015 Electronics Recycling Schedule

Hours: 8am to 12pm. Maplewood residents may also bring their electronics to South Orange on

the collection days held in South Orange (300 Walton Rd.)

DATE: LOCATION:

July 11 Maplewood Recycling Center

September 12 South Orange Recycling Center

October 3 Maplewood Recycling Center

December 19 South Orange Recycling Center

Electronic Items Accepted At the Recycling Center:

Computers - Monitors - Printers – Fax Machines - Scanners - Telecom Equipment - Speakers -

Televisions - Keyboards - Main Frames - VCR's - Stereos - DVD Players - Toasters – Irons – Ink

Cartridges

If you have any questions please call Maplewood DPW at 973-762-1175.

Bulk Drop-Off Program

The next bulk drop-off day will be September 19, 2015 from 8 am to 2 pm at the Maplewood

Recycling Center located at 359 Boyden Ave. This program is for Maplewood residents only.

Your garbage company now offers curbside bulk collection every month. You are allowed to put

out up to 4 items per month at no additional charge. You must call your garbage company to

schedule an appointment.

WASTE MANAGEMENT – 1-800-633-9096

WASTE INDUSTRIES – 973-761-0009

From the Health Department

Maplewood Health Department

574 Valley Street - (973) 762-8120

Maplewood, New Jersey 07040

Health Department at Maplewood Farmers Market

The Maplewood Nurses will be at the Maplewood Farmers Market (Parking

Lot between Indiana St. & Springfield Ave) monthly from 3-5PM on the

following dates: July 20, August 17, and September 21. Come by to get your

blood pressure checked, find information on health, wellness, recreation and

safety activities happening around town during the summer!

Adult Health Clinics

Do you need to have your blood pressure checked? Are you on new blood pressure medications

and want to see if it is working? Been awhile since you have seen a healthcare provider and just

want to ask a medical question? Come by to the FREE Adult Health Clinics, provided by the

Maplewood Health Department Nurses. There are several opportunities: Town Hall, 574 Valley

St. Every second Monday from 10-12 pm and at the Maplewood Memorial Library or the Hilton

Branch, every month. To schedule an appointment or to find out the schedule, please call (973)-

762-8120 x 4200 or x4300.

Melanoma (Skin Cancer) Prevention

Did you know that Skin Cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States?

In 2011, there were more than 65,000 cases of melanoma, the most deadly form of skin

cancer. Melanoma can be caused by too much exposure from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun

or sources such as indoor tanning. Tans and sunburns are the body’s response to damage from

UV exposure. It is important for the public to understand: A TAN IS A SIGN OF DAMAGED

SKIN.

• More than 1 in 3 Americans report getting sunburned every year.

• People of any color can get skin cancer, and people with lighter skin are at higher risk.

• The rate of new cases of melanoma double between 1982 and 2011.

• Unfortunately, more than 9,000 Americans die of Melanoma each year.

Here is what you can do to prevent unnecessary exposure to ultraviolet rays when outdoors:

Maplewood and Bats

Every year, the Maplewood Health Department receives phone calls about a bat in the house

from residents. Throughout New Jersey, bats can be found in a house looking for shelter during

the spring, summer and early fall.

Here is some information from the New Jersey Department of Health about the common bat

population you will find in the area, and frequently asked questions about the rabies virus and

rabies exposure from infected animals, including a bat.

What You Should Know About Bats (April 2014)

Frequently asked Questions on Rabies (January 2013)

What You Should Know About Rabies (brochure)

If there is a bat in the house, advise:

• If you find a bat in a room while you were asleep, or in a room with an unattended child,

do not open a window. Remove all persons and pets from the room and enclose the bat

in the room. Please call the Maplewood Health Department at (973) 762-8120 or the

Maplewood Police Department during off-hours and ask for the Associated Humane

Society to capture the bat and remove it from your home

Hepatitis C and Baby Boomers

The CDC (Center for Disease Control) wants to encourage those born between 1945-1965, other

wise known as the 'baby boomer generation' to get tested for hepatitis C. Studies indicate that

those born during that time are 5 times more likely to have hepatitis C than other

adults. Hepatitis C is a serious liver disease that results from infection with the Hepatitis C virus.

Hepatitis C has been called a silent epidemic because most people with Hepatitis C do not know

they are infected. If you do test positive, and have chronic hepatitis C there are treatment options

available that could prevent the progression of liver damage, liver failure, cirrhosis or liver

cancer and may be able to eliminate the virus from the body. Contact your health care provider to

get tested for hepatitis C. If you need a referral to a healthcare provider, contact the Maplewood

Health Department at (973) 762-8120 x 4200 or X4300. For more information, go to:

http://www.cdc.gov/knowmorehepatitis/learnmore.htm

Resource for Seniors in Maplewood

A Resource for Seniors in Maplewood and their Caregivers:Finding help on how to care for an elderly

loved one, or to live independently in the community can be difficult if you don't know where to turn. The

Maplewood Health Department has created a new resource for seniors and their caregivers. Go to:

http://www.twp.maplewood.nj.us/index.aspx?NID=601

Walking Paths in Maplewood's Parks

The Maplewood Health Department, in collaboration with the Building and Recreation

Department have created trail maps for four of the walking paths in Maplewood's parks. Now

residents can know how far they are walking when they get their daily exercise around the

tracks! Get healthy and get moving, Maplewood!

http://www.twp.maplewood.nj.us/index.aspx?NID=587

Dispose of unused prescription drugs

The Municipal Alliance of Maplewood/ South Orange encourage you to dispose of your expired

or unused prescription drugs safely. You can drop off your medications at the Millburn and

Roselle Park Police Departments; they are our two local drop off locations as part of the

American Medicine Chest Challenge. Please call them directly for times to drop off.

Maplewood Fire Department

Maplewood Fire Department

Chief Michael Dingelstedt

105 Dunnell Road - (973)-762-6500

Maplewood NJ 07040

Summer Safety Precautions

Of the many pleasures associated with the spring and summer seasons, one of

the most popular is the outdoor barbecue. They are fun to use and they

provide delicious tasting food. However, they can be dangerous if not handled

properly. Unfortunately, numerous fires and injuries occur every year due to

the use of barbecue grills. Most importantly, the majority of these fires and

injuries are preventable. Therefore, the following information can contribute

to making your barbecuing experiences pleasurable and safe.

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Fired Barbecue Grills

1. The LPG cylinder should always be transported in an upright position

and on the floor of a vehicle with all windows open. Remove the cylinder

from the vehicle as soon as possible and never transport or store a LPG

cylinder in the trunk of a vehicle.

2. Never leave a LPG cylinder in a parked vehicle.

3. Store LPG cylinders, including those attached to barbecues, outdoors

and in a shaded cool area out of direct sunlight. Never store a LPG

cylinder inside a home.

4. Fittings on LPG cylinders may have left-handed threads, which require

movement in a counterclockwise direction to tighten. Therefore, care

must be exercised when removing and re-attaching the flexible supply

hose.

5. A soapy solution applied to connections can be used to detect leaks, as

they will produce bubbles.

6. When the barbecue is not being used, the valve on the LPG cylinder

should be kept in the off position.

7. Avoid grease dripping on the flexible supply hose as well as on the

cylinder.

Charcoal Barbecue Grills

1. Use only starter fluid designed for charcoal barbecue grills. Once a fire

has been started, never add fluid. Never use gasoline.

2. Use extreme caution in disposing ashes. Wet ashes thoroughly with

water before emptying the barbecue.

3. Store charcoals in properly sealed containers.

All Barbecue grills - LPG, Charcoal as well as Natural fired:

1. Read the manufacturer’s instructions and make sure you understand

them.

2. Keep barbecue grills away from anything that can burn such as your

house, car, dry vegetation, etc.

3. Do not leave barbecue grills unattended and keep children as well as

pets away.

4. Barbecue grills should only be used outdoors and not on porches,

balconies, under overhangs or in garages.

5. When lighting a barbecue grill the cover should be in the open position.

6. Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing while barbecuing.

7. Make sure everyone knows how to Stop, Drop and Roll in the event

clothing should catch fire.

Other simple precautions that can keep you and your family safe from

injuries that commonly occur during the spring and summer seasons are as

follows:

1. When using lawnmowers, wait for the engine to cool before refueling.

Never refuel while the engine is running.

2. Store gasoline outside the home, in approved safety cans, out of the

reach of children and away from open flames.

3. Use caution when using a garden hose that has been exposed to the sun.

Standing water can become extremely hot and cause serious burns. Let

water run and pre-test the temperature.

4. Set time limits for sunbathing. Use sunscreen and do not wait for skin to

turn red before applying protective lotion.

5. When the interior of a vehicle is hot, check the metal parts of seat belts

as well as plastic or leather seats before placing children in them.

Grilling Safety N.F.P.A.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrZ3dK8uAvw&feature=player_embedded

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-A_viXL1dU&feature=player_embedded

From Engineering Department

Maplewood Engineering Department

Thomas Malavasi, Township Engineer

574 Valley Street- (973)-762-8120

Maplewood NJ 07040

The Engineering Department is gearing up for a busy summer. The

Engineering Department has a number of projects that will be continuing and

starting up this summer. Projects you will see work being done on include:

• Skate Park in Maplecrest Park

• Restroom upgrades at the Hilton Library

• Restroom upgrades at Borden Park

• Borden Park Improvements: improve pathways and entrance to the

park from Boyden Ave.

• Repaving of Springfield Ave: from Colgate to the Irvington Town Line

• Municipal Road Improvements

• Drainage Improvements

• Renovations to the Kitchen at the Woodland (60 Woodland Rd.)

You can see plans of all these projects on the Engineering page of the

Township's website.

From the Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department

Recreation and Cultural Affairs

574 Valley Street - (973)-763-4202

Maplewood, New Jersey 07040

Summer Art Explorations

Children will explore the world through art including having a snack each day based on the country that is being

focused on. It is geared for children 4 - 8 years old and runs Monday thru Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 AM. The

program this year will be held in the parlor at the Woodland, 60 Woodland Road, Maplewood. The fee is $90.00 a

week.

Week # 1 June 29 - July 2 United States

Week # 2 July 6 - July 9 Caribbean

Week # 3 July 13 - July 16 France

Week # 4 July 20 - July 23 Spain & Portugal

Week # 5 July 27 - July 30 Italy

Week # 6 August 3 - August 6 Africa

Week # 7 August 10 - August 13 The Far East

Week # 8 August 17 - August 20 The Near East

Week # 9 August 24 - August 27 South Pacific

Week # 10 August 31 - September 3 South America*$70.00 This week only runs 3 days because of school schedule

Registration may be done at the Recreation Office, 574 Valley Street/Town Hall or online at

http://register.communitypass.net/maplewood Any questions please call 973-763-4202

2015 Kid's Camp

Kid's Camp will run for six-single week sessions from June 29th-August 7th. Children must be

in grades Kindergarten-5th grade (must be 5 years old by 10/1/15). Camp's location will be at the

Maplewood Community Center - 120 Burnett Avenue.

Includes: structured games, free time at the playground, arts and crafts activities, pool trips,

fields trips.

Full Day Camp: 8:30am-3:30pm

Half Day Camp: 8:30am-1:00pm

The camp will run for 6 one-week sessions:

Session I: June 29-July 3

Session II: July 6-July 10

Session III: July 13-July 17

Session IV: July 20-July 24

Session V: July 27-July 31

Session VI: August 3-August 7

Cost: Full Day - $250 per session

Half Day - $175 per session

Campers must bring lunch each day unless otherwise notified. Campers swim four days a week

at the Maplewood Community Pool. All campers are swim tested and assigned pools

accordingly. Parents now have the option of having their children enrolled in swim lessons

during camp hours.

Each week the camp leaves the community center for a field trip. Your child must be wearing

their camping shirt, and we recommend that you send extra spending money with your child for

games and food.

Our staff is comprised of local high school and college students. They are trained by the

American Camping Association, and hold certifications in CPR and First Aid. All of our staff is

available to help answer your questions.

Online Registration can be done at:https://register.communitypass.net/maplewood. You may also

register in person at the recreation office in the Town Hall Building, 547 Valley Street in

Maplewood. For additional information about Kid’s Camp, please call 973-763-4202.

Camp Maple

Camp Maple is a 6-week program offered to children with special needs who reside in Maplewood and South Orange. The program provides opportunities for gross and fine motor development as well as cognitive and social growth.

Camp Maple will run for 6 weeks from June 29th-August 7th. Children must be in grades Kindergarten- 5th grade (must be 5 years old by 10/1/14). Camp's location is at the Maplewood Community Center, 120 Burnett Ave. Camp will run from 8:30am-1:00pm. Camp Price: $100 PER WEEK The camp will run for 6 one-week sessions: Session I: June 29-July 3 Session II: July 6-July 10 Session III: July 13-July 17 Session IV: July 20-July 24 Session V: July 27-July 31 Session VI: August 3-August 7 Online Registration is open and can be done at http://register.communitypass.net/maplewood. Registration can also be done in person at the Recreation Department at 574 Valley Street. If you have any questions, feel free to call (973) 763-4202.

Maplewood Ultimate Summer Camp 2015

Ultimate Camp is back this summer! Come work on your Ultimate Frisbee skills in the Town where it was invented! Camps will be held at Memorial Park and will be Monday-Friday. Session 1- for children entering grades 5-8 8/10 - 8/14...9am-12pm (half day camp) $85 per camper Session II- for children entering grades 6-9 8/17 - 8/21...full day camp (9am-3pm) $105 per camper Session III- for children entering grades 7-10 8/24 - 8/28...9am-12pm (half day camp) $85 per camper Online Registration is open and can be done at http://register.communitypass.net/maplewood. Registration can also be done in person at the Recreation Department at 574 Valley Street. If you have any questions, feel free to call (973) 763-4202.

Maplewood Village Alliance

&

Springfield Avenue Partnership

Julie Doran - (973)-762-4556

Manager of Maplewood Village Alliance

and Springfield Avenue Partnership

www.maplewoodvillagenj.com

ww.springfieldavenue.com

Maplewood Village Alliance

Maplewood Village has been and will continue to be abuzz with action lately.

We welcomed two new merchants recently; Abril Cocina, a Mexican Fusion restaurant at 175 Maplewood Avenue.

It opened to rave reviews and continues to be a popular destination. Visit if you haven't yet. It's delicious.

We also welcome Kimaya Kama, a lovely women's clothing/accessories store, at 168 Maplewood Avenue. Recently

relocated from South Orange, she's a wonderful addition to the Village.

We also held our annual Girls Night Out in June. Record crowds came out for this perennial favorite event. Over 25

merchants participated, each offering a little something in their stores for attendees. Wine tastings, signature

cocktails, fashion shows, trunk shows, prizes, or games just to name a few. We were also proud to add a charitable

component to this year's event and collected money for brain cancer research in memory of merchant, resident and

friend Angelo Vayas, owner of the Village Trattoria, who recently passed from this disease. Merchants were very

generous and donated a portion of their nigth's proceeds to benefit brain cancer research through The Caroline Fund.

Looking ahead, we are holding our 4th Annual Art & Music Walk on Sunday September 27th, so mark your

calendars. Maplewood Village comes alive with art and music for the entire day. It's always a fun time so be sure to

come check it out. For all details, visit: http://maplewoodvillagenj.com/events/art-walk-music-fest

Springfield Avenue Partnership

Springfield Avenue, always alive! The last few months we have seen a few new merchants including the relocation

of Blue Life Karate to the old B of A building at 1882 Springfield Avenue and we welcomed Lexann Pharmacy, at

1885 Springfield A. They took over the old Topf's Pharmacy. Everyone is excited so please go in and say hi and

welcome!

MayFest was held on Sunday May 24th and even though it was Memorial Day weekend, we

packed them in on Springfield Avenue! Thousands of people came to enjoy the food, sights

and sounds of this street fair, Maplewood's biggest event of the year. Pony rides, inflatables,

food of every kind, vendors galore, and music on four stages! Fun was not lacking at

MayFest!

Looking ahead, we are proud to announce the merger of Springfield Avenue's HarvestFest

with Maplewood Township's Wellness Fair. We now will bring you the Health and

HarvestFest! The best of both events come together in one, bringing you a day of

celebrating Fall and healthy lifestyles. There will still be all the kid activities such as

pumpkin painting, bounce house, pony rides, and games as well as live music from local

bands plus the wellness vendors and healthy eating contest. We're so excited! Mark your

calendars for Saturday October 10th!

Maplewood 1978 Arts Center

1978 Springfield Ave. At Broadview

www.1978artscenter.org

1978artscenter@gmail.com

Chairs of Inclusion Exhibit

Opening Reception - Sunday, August 2, 2-5 p.m.

Artist Talk - Wednesday, August 19, 7-9 p.m.

The Chairs of Inclusion, commissioned and created to celebrate the 10th anniversary of JSDD’s

Wae Center, are objects of art that inspire a change in perceptions about what individuals with

disabilities can accomplish. The Wae (Wellness, arts, enrichment) Center is an alternative learning center in West Orange where members explore avenues for maximizing independence and achieving personal fulfillment. Throughout 2014, professional NJ artists worked alongside the Center’s artists, who are adults with developmental disabilities. You can learn about the project and the lead artists’ experiences at www.chairsofinclusion.org. The chairs, a testimony to the talents that often lay

hidden in people with special needs, will be on display at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center from

Sunday, August 2 to Friday, August 28, 2015, 1978 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood 07040.

Exhibit co-curators Onnie Strother and Mansa K. Mussa serve on the Board of Directors of the

Art Center.

My partnership with the WAE Center on the Chairs of Inclusion Project has helped me to discover another teaching technique: The WAE of the Zen, a

quiet, also meditative, approach to creating art,” states Mussa.

“Each one of the artists who participated in the process sat at the table and

used their unique talents to lift the cloak of disability to reveal the power of

collaboration, the power of making art, and the power of making magic,” he added.

The participating artists are: ArtShare Artists, Susanna Baker, Dan Fenelon, Tim Folzenlogen,

Lisa Ficarelli-Halpern, Ellen Hanauer, Jennifer Levine, Yvette Lucas, Mansa K. Mussa, Stephen

Schwartz, Gladys Barker Grauer and Onnie Strother.

The opening reception is free of charge and open to the public. Light

refreshments will be served. The gallery is open on Saturdays and Sundays,

2-5 PM, and by appointment.

For more information contact Monica@waecenter.org (973) 272-7154, or

mansamussa@verizon.net (973) 669-4729.

From Historic Preservation Commission

Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission

574 Valley Street

973-762-8120

Maplewood NJ 07040

http://www.historicmaplewood.com/

Two beloved local landmarks have recently been listed in the New Jersey and National Registers

of Historic Places. The Maplewood Municipal Building in 2014 and the Maplewood

Memorial Park in 2015. This listing will insure that in the future, any work or changes

proposed by the Municipality will be reviewed by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)

for conformance with historic preservation standards. Both are also designated as Maplewood

Historic Landmarks. The Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission (MHPC) applied for

and received grants from the Open Space Trust Fund to hire consultants to write National

Register of Historic Places nominations for both the Municipal Building and the Memorial Park.

The 1930 Municipal Building, designed by the noted regional architects Guilbert & Betelle, is

prominently sited to overlook the heart of the Township—the Memorial Park. Through the far

thinking planning of the Township Committee in 1922, which hired the noted Landscape

Architecture firms of the Olmsted Brothers and Brinley & Holbrook to design the park, the

Memorial Park (dedicated in 1931) is a constant in the daily life of our citizens.

To better understand the historic development of the Memorial Park , the design and the

plantings, and to provide a context for future decisions about the preservation of the park, the

MHPC applied for and received an Open Space Trust Fund Grant to hire consultants to create a

master plan for the park. Completed in 2014, the Memorial Park Master Plan will guide the

Township in the long-term planning and maintenance of the Park. The master plan includes a

concise history of the park and background on the landscape architects, an inventory, conditions

assessment and a prioritization for maintenance projects.

For the past two years, the MHPC has been hosting a monthly “Open House” at the R. H.

Grasmere Local History Center at the Hilton Branch Library. Members of the public are

encouraged to visit the local history center to meet members of the MHPC. This is a great way to

learn about the history of Maplewood through documents and to learn ways to research

the history of your house. The Commission can also help guide homeowners who are seeking

appropriate methods and materials for the repair and restoration of their houses. The Local

History Center, operated by the Durand-Hedden House and Garden Association, houses early

maps, real estate files, photographs, postcards and other ephemera to entice you on your journey.

The local history center is open to “Meet the Commissioners” once a month (except for July and

August) from 1:00 – 3:00, and by appointment. The upcoming dates can be found on the

Township website and the MHPC website, listed below.

Information about the Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission can be found on the

website: HistoricMaplewood.com and the Commission can be contacted at

Commisison@HistoricMaplewood.com.

Township Meeting Schedule

July Time Place

1 Historic Preservation Commission 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM MB

4 Maplewood's 4th of July Celebration 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM Memorial Park

7 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MPD

11 MaplewoodStock 09:00 AM - 10:00PM Memorial Park

14 Mayor's Office Hours 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM MB

18 Talk to the Township Committee 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Baker St. &

Maplewood Ave.

21 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MPD

August Time Plac

e

3 Property Taxes Due

4 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MPD

5 Historic Preservation Commission 8PM-9:30 PM MB

12 Free Adult Health Clinic 10AM - 12PM MB

18 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MPD

September Time Pl

ace

1 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MPD

2 Historic Preservation Commission 8-9:30 PM TBD

8 Mayor’s Office Hours 7:00 PM MB

15 Township Committee Meeting 7:30 PM MB

19 Talk to the Township Committee 9:00-12:00PM Valley

National

Bank at

740

Irvington

Ave.

Key Location

MB - Municipal Building,

574 Valley Street

DPW - Public Works

Recycling Center, 359

Boyden Avenue

MPD - Maplewood Police

Department, 1618

Springfield Avene

Township Committee Meeting Agenda is posted on the website

prior to each meeting. Township Committee Meetings are

broadcast on Comcast Channel 35 Or FiOS Channel 24