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MISS STRATFORD 2014
At Yellin School Gymnatorium on October 23, 2014 at 7:00 pm
the 2014 Miss Stratford Pageant will take place.
If you are a single young woman from 14-19 years of age,
Halloween Parade October 25, 12 pm
There will be prizes for the various categories of Most Horrible, Most Original,
Fancy and Comical. Come in your favorite costume with your three initials on
your back (if you do not have a middle initial, create one!). Light refreshments
will be served at the conclusion. The parade will begin at the Laurel Mill
Shopping Center and continue across the street to Yellin School parking lot. If
inclement weather it will take place inside Yellin School.
currently in 8th grade or high school, and a resident of Stratford,
you are eligible to enter the pageant competition. There is NO
talent competition!
Applications are available on our website, www.stratfordnj.org
and at Borough Hall or the main office of Sterling High School
and Yellin School.
Residents are encouraged to attend this FREE event and show
their support to the young ladies of Stratford who participate.
Refreshments will be served. We would like to thank the many
local organizations and businesses who donate prizes and
contributions.
Fire Prevention Night
Sterling High School
Thursday, October 16 7-9 pm
Hosted by Somerdale and Stratford
Fire Departments and Fire
Prevention Bureaus
Appuratus display, inside table
displays, student poster contest and art
gallery, blood pressure checks, CPR
information table, children photo ID Come out for this FREE
table, South Star table display, Red event and bring the kids!
Cross, Police, Radio Station WXTU
92.5
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Mayor’s Message
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Fall Festival 2014
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Page 3
Our Places of Worship
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Stratford Library
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Borough Contacts
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www.stratfordnj.org
Thank you.
John Gentless, Mayor
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Mayor’s Message
From the Stratford Municipal Senior Office
The Stratford Municipal Senior Office has but one
objective, to get for Stratford’s senior citizens everything
that New Jersey and Camden County offer. Whether it’s
information or senior vouchers for fresh produce, medical
information, or entertainment, Stratford’s seniors deserve
their share. In fact, that’s what made Mike Goldin start the
current office.
Mike Goldin wondered why people from other towns went
to information sessions, parties, band concerts, lunches,
etc., and decided to find out. So far, the Stratford Senior
Office has offered a meeting with a freeholder with
refreshments, a number of concerts, and an evening at the
Riversharks with dinner. A number of articles on senior
interest have also been written by Mike. And forms have
been offered so seniors can apply for food vouchers as was
private meetings with county experts to determine by age/
income just what benefits are available on a personal basis.
Thus far, response to most programs has not been
overwhelming but he’ll keep trying
Mike has asked why we don’t start a senior group in
Stratford. Mike Goldin didn’t know just what seniors did
at this time so he went to a Camden County town and saw
first hand a town employee open the building and keep an
eye on this group. Of course, if enough of Stratford’s
seniors want this, Mike Goldin will support any initiative
to start one.
For those seniors who get this information and know
seniors who don’t get it and would want to be notified of
these events, please tell them to call or go to borough hall
and clerk John Keenan will make you aware of just what to
do.
Mayor presented with a check from Wells Fargo
Mayor John Gentless
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We would like to know what you think
of our town newspaper. Please email to
[email protected] your thoughts and
ideas that can be used for future issues,
this includes information from any
Stratford Civic Organizations.
Next Issue November 2014
Below is a list of events in October that are posted on the Camden County Web site.
Seated Chair Yoga * This class is designed to bring yoga to your day, come as you
are & utilize some of your time to maintain health & revitalize your body systems. Yoga
develops a union connecting body, mind & breathe….in essence; it’s a whole body tuneup! This class is suitable for all experience levels. * Class size is limited so please register
early! * To register for Cherry Hill Classes, please call, (856)-488-7868 or by e-mail,
[email protected]. To register for Gloucester Township contact Diane Jones
by phone, (856)-435-5734 or e-mail, [email protected]
• September 17th, October 1st, October 22nd., November 12th., – 1–2
pm – Cherry Hill Municipal Bldg., 820 Mercer Street (2nd floor
conference rm.), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. All classes are from 1-2 PM.
• September 17th, October 1st., October 22nd., November 5th Gloucester
Twshp. Recreation Center, 80 Broadacre Dr., Clementon, NJ. All classes
are from 3-4PM.
Bead Jewelry Making * Jubili Beads and Yarn, 713 Haddon Avenue,
Collingswood, NJ 08108. * This is a 1 hour class where you will be taught by a
professional bead jewelry maker on how to make either a bracelet or necklace using
your imagination to create your own one of a kind piece. Should time permit, you
will be able to create both a necklace and bracelet. Perfect timing with the holiday
season just around the corner.
• Wednesday October 9th
• Wednesday October 23rd
Class sizes are limited so you MUST RSVP to attend. For RSVPs, questions or
additional information and times, please contact Tom Castellano either by phone,
(856)-858-2986 or e-mail, [email protected]
“Harvest Senior Dance” * Bellmawr Ballroom, October 23rd, 6:30 pm to 9:00
pm, 29 Lewis Avenue (next to the Bellmawr Municipal Bldg.), Bellmawr, NJ 08031.
Join us for light refreshments, LIVE music and an evening of fun. To register, please
call Michael at 856-216-2170. NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PERMITTED.
October bingo is to be scheduled. Please check the Stratford Borough Hall front door
where the schedule will be when published.
For more information on local senior events call 856-783-0600.
Wells Fargo representative Mark Coffey presents a check
to Mayor John Gentless for the Town Clock Project.
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Stratford Police Department
It is with great pride, Mayor Gentless,
Borough Council and Police Chief Ronald
Morello welcome Recruit Caleb T. Speer to
the ranks of the Stratford Police Department.
Mr. Speer is a life-long resident of Stratford,
who is returning to his hometown after serving as a Lieutenant in
the United States Army. Recruit Speer is an Afghanistan War
Veteran with specialized training in security and protection.
Recruit Speer will be attending a 6 month Basic Police Training
Program at the Mercer County Police Academy and thereafter
will begin his service to our community.
The Stratford Police Department is honored to employ such a
distinguished and experienced veteran.
Free to Stratford Residents only, to be accessed by Police and
First Responders The New Improved INCASE is coming soon
INCASE working with the South Jersey Tech Center at Sterling is
almost ready to unveil the new INCASE system. This system uses
barcodes that can be scanned by first responders INCASE of an
Emergency. Your barcode, placed on the outside doorframe of your
home will contain emergency contact information
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
To be a part of the pilot program, mail or email your emergency
contact information. Any questions, please call local Stratford
resident and inventor Jacqueline E. Souders. 856-784-4549
“The future of safety, right at your doorstep”
Endorsed by the Borough of Stratford.
MY INCASE INFORMATION
NAME_______________________________________________
ADDRESS___________________________________________
Cellular Number______________________________________
Contact Numbers-Names optional
1.__________________________________________________________
2.__________________________________________________________
3.__________________________________________________________
Mail to: P.O. Box 22 Stratford, NJ 08084
or email: [email protected]
STRATFORD LIBRARY
Telephone: (856) 783-0602, Email: [email protected]
http://www.stratfordlibrarynj.org
Library Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays – Noon-8 PM
Wednesdays and Fridays – 10 AM-4 PM
Saturdays – 10 AM-1 PM
Sundays – Closed
Free Programs & Events at Stratford Public Library
New Library Card Numbers:
The library is getting ready to introduce new library card
numbers for all patrons. The new bar code numbers will allow
you to access JERSEY CLICKS, a state program that includes a
variety of research databases. These databases include scholarly
articles, useful for students doing research papers. The
databases also include reliable consumer resources, news,
medical and health information, legal forms, job hunting
resources, and Spanish language resources. Patrons will be able
to use their new library card numbers to access these databases
over the internet from any computer and at any time of day.
Bald Eagle Pictures
This mature female bald
eagle was recently spotted
in a tree in Old Stratford.
Several residents reported
seeing the eagle during this
past summer. We could
only hope that she would
start a family and call
Stratford home.
Photo by Mandy Conway
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BOROUGH BITS & Helpful Hints
From the Municipal Coordinator for Senior Citizens:
eNews:
To keep residents better informed we offer an Email Blast service.
When there are important issues, notices or changes of certain things the borough will
send an email to those email addresses who have signed up. To sign up please visit our
website at www.stratfordnj.org.
The County Office, Division of Senior and Disabled Citizen
Services will sit with individuals to determine what benefits they're
entitled to. Instead of the applicant going to their office, experts will
come to Stratford to perform the same service. If you want to avail
DOG AND CAT LICENSING/PET ORDINANCES
yourselves of this service, please call the Municipal Coordinator,
By this time, all pets should be licensed for the year 2014. All
Terry & Mike, at 784-8943. Only eight appointments per session
licenses should be renewed by the end of January. If you no
are allowed; no session is scheduled at this point.
longer have your pet, please call the Borough at 783-0600 to
let us know. If you have called, thank you. A reminder that
If Seniors would like the Senior Citizen building open for
there is an ordinance for your pet/pets wandering beyond your
socialization during certain hours, please call the Municipal
property without a leash; and for disturbing the peace and
Coordinator, Terry & Mike, at 784-8943. If the numbers warrant it,
quiet, with habitual barks or cries. Please take note to be
an occasional speaker can be retained.
considerate of your neighbors. Any new dogs or cats 6 months
of age or older must be registered, please stop by the Borough
SENIOR SEWER ABATEMENT ***REMINDER***
Hall.
Did you turn 65 in 2014?
FEES
Apply for the
The late fee beginning April 1st is $5.00 per month,
DOG
Senior Citizens Sewer Fee Abatement!
up to $25.00 per pet .
Spayed/Neutered $15.00
Non Spayed/Non Neutered $20.00
CAT
Spayed/Neutered $10.00
Non Spayed/Non Neutered $15.00
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Stratford residents who turn 65 on or before December 31, 2014
own and reside in their home in Stratford
WHAT TO DO by March 1, 2015:
provide proof of your age to apply for the abatement; copies are
fine, and yes, you can mail it to us!
PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER
New dogs or cats are not subject to a late fee. A
rabies vaccination certificate is required.
PICK UP AFTER YOUR DOGS
Please remember when walking your dog, there is a “pooper scooper” law in
Stratford. Please be considerate of other residents’ yards, as well as your own.
? Questions ? Call the Sewer Dept. at 856-783-0601
***CUTOFF DATE MARCH 1!!!***
Upcoming Events
JUVENILE CURFEW
From October 27, through October 31 the curfew for children will be 7pm. This will strictly be enforced by the Stratford Police Department.
ELECTION INFORMATION
Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, and polls open at 6am and will close at 8pm. Any questions about registration or on election day please contact
the borough clerk office, 783-0600.
Did You Know?
Camden County
Recycling Events
Camden County is sponsoring an Electronics Recycling
Collection Event for all Camden County residents. Below are
the dates for the remaining of this year (2014)
RECYCLING – ELECTRONIC
September 27, Saturday, Lindenwold – Camden County Public Works
Complex 2311 Egg Harbor Road, Lindenwold 8:30a-12:30p
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
October 18, Saturday, Lindenwold – Camden County Public Works
Complex 2311 Egg Harbor Road, Lindenwold 8:30a-3:00p
Did you know that as of January 1st, 2011 it is illegal to
discard computers, monitors, televisions and laptops in the
general trash? All businesses and households throughout
New Jersey are responsible for properly recycling these
products.
The following items will be accepted at no charge:
Computers, Keyboards, VCRs, Scanners, DVD Players,
Tape Players, Monitors, Stereo Equipment, Typewriters,
Printers, TVs, Laptops, Modems, Telecommunication
Equipment, Fax Machines, Mouses, Radios, Answering
Machines, Telephones
You can also check the RecyclingNJ web site for
information and advice on how and where to recycle old
electronic equipment. To visit this web site type in the
following in your Internet explorer address bar:
www.recyclingnj.com , click on the link “What can I
recycle”, scroll down and click on the “Electronic Link”.
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Kennedy Receives Three First Place Awards in National Advertising Competition
Voorhees, NJ, September 26, 2014 – The Kennedy Health System -- along with its advertising agency, Philadelphia-based integrated marketing
communications firm LevLane -- received three 1st Place Awards in the inaugural Healthcare Marketing IMPACT Awards, a national
competition sponsored by Modern Healthcare magazine, in conjunction with its prestigious sister publication, Advertising Age.
Kennedy took 1st Place in the following categories for its “I’m Not a Doctor” advertising campaign, launched earlier this year to promote the
Kennedy Health Alliance, a network of primary and specialty care medical practices throughout southern New Jersey:
• Print Campaign of the Year
• Audio (radio) Campaign of the Year
• Integrated Campaign of the Year (TV, Radio, Print, Outdoor [i.e., Billboards])
The IMPACT Awards recognize healthcare's best advertising, marketing, promotion and communication campaigns on and across all media
platforms throughout the U.S. The awards honor campaigns that advance provider, insurer, supplier and advocacy group efforts to deliver high
quality, affordable and accessible healthcare; promote the health of individual patients, groups and communities; and help organizations thrive
and grow in today's rapidly changing healthcare environment.
Kennedy was one of more than 140 entries submitted, representing eight types of marketing campaigns. Entries were judged by a panel of
national marketing/communications executives, and winners were chosen based on a combination of creativity and marketing effectiveness.
Kennedy Vice President of Marketing, Frances G. Atkinson, along with representatives from LevLane, accepted these awards on September
23rd at a special reception in Chicago held as part of Modern Healthcare's first Strategic Marketing Conference. The winners will be included in
an upcoming supplement of Modern Healthcare, a national publication that reaches more than 70,000 readers weekly.
About Kennedy
Kennedy is a health services delivery system serving the communities of southern New Jersey. Kennedy meets the community’s healthcare
needs at its hospital campuses in Cherry Hill, Stratford and Washington Township, NJ, and at outpatient facilities throughout Camden and
Gloucester counties. Kennedy University Hospital is the Principal teaching hospital of Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
(RowanSOM). Kennedy is also a member of the Penn Cancer Network and the Jefferson Neurosciences Network (JNN).
About LevLane
LevLane is an integrated marketing communications firm with a 30-year record of success building brands and driving consumer action. From
its offices in Center City Philadelphia’s historic Wanamaker Building, LevLane’s strategic acumen and emotionally-driven creative has inspired
love for clients in virtually every industry category, including healthcare, senior living, retail and franchise businesses, banking and professional
services, governmental agencies and non-profits.
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Our Places of Worship
Stratford Presbyterian: Church: 41 Warwick Road (856) 435 - 0892 Website: stratfordpres.org
Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages at
9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.
Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Service 7:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome.
Warwick Road • Stratford, NJ
856-784-0674 Rev. Martin L. Dawson, Pastor
Biblical -Reformed –Traditional –Christ Centered
Home of Stratford Classical Christian Academy
Stratford United Methodist Church: Union & Central Avenues (856) 784 - 9135 Website: stratfordumc.org
Fall Worship schedule begins on Sunday, September 14th 2014
9:15 a.m. Christian Education Discipleship Classes (Sunday School Classes for Ages 2 – Adult)
10:30am for worship.(Nursery & Jr. Church are available)
[email protected]
Christian Education
Discipleship Training each
Sunday morning at 9:15am
for ages 2 thru Adults.
All Welcome!
Weekly sermons can be heard on the web at www.stratfordumc.org
Join us each Sunday morning at 10:30am for worship.
Thrift Shop & Food Pantry is open every Monday & Tuesday from 9 a.m. –
Noon. Food donations (canned goods) always welcomed for food pantry.
Clothing & small household items (no furniture) accepted for Thrift Shop.
Drop off items on Mondays & Tuesdays 9am – noon.
Word Fellowship Church: 10 West Laurel Road (856) 435-1771 Website: Wordfc.org
Sunday Morning Worship
Bible Class - Wednesday
Jr. High Youth - Wednesday
Small Groups - M,T, Th, F
Sr. High Youth - Friday
10:30 am
7:00 pm
6:15 pm
6:30 pm
6:30 pm
St. Luke R.C. Church: 55 Warwick Road (856) 627-2222 Website: dioceseofcamden.org
Buddhist Temple Duc Me Hien Mother of Grace Temple: 317 Princeton Avenue (856) 783 - 2327
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IMPORTANT BOROUGH CONTACT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY
Police/Fire/Ambulance/ Sewerage Problems
911
784-4900
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
BOROUGH HALL
FAX
POLICE
COURT
FIRE
AMBULANCE
SEWERAGE
LIBRARY
SPECIAL SERVICES
783-0600
783-7949
783-8616
783-1093
783-1649
784-4466
783-0601
783-0602
SCHOOLS
Parkview School ~ Parkview Road
Samuel S. Yellin School ~ 111 Warwick Road
John Paul II Regional School ~ 55 Warwick Road
Stratford Classical Christian Academy ~ 710 West Laurel Road
Under the Sun Learning Center ~ 44 Berlin Avenue
Sterling High School (Somerdale) ~ 501 S. Warwick Road
Little Praisers Preschool ~ 120 Union Avenue
Assessor in Thursdays
6:00 PM
Construction Official/Electrical Inspector in Tuesday & Thursday 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Plumbing Official in Tuesdays & Thursday
By Appointment
783-2876
783-1094
783-3088
882-7222
783-9715
784-1333
435-5353
Borough Council Who’s Who
Mayor John Gentless - [email protected]
Council President Mike Maloney
[email protected] - Finance and Revenue
Councilman Frank Gagliardi
[email protected] - Public Works
Council Meetings at 7pm
October 9th and 14th
November 6th and 11th
December 4th and 11th
All at 7pm at the Justice Facility
Organizations
Get Your Event Featured in the Stratford Times
Next Issue is scheduled for November 2014.
Contact the Boro Office at 856~783~0600
[email protected]
Councilwoman Mary Stone
[email protected] • Public Events
Councilman Steve Easterday
[email protected] - Emergency Services
Councilman Ben Angeli
[email protected] • Police
Councilwoman Holly Tate
[email protected] - Ordinance and Property
Borough Clerk John D. Keenan, Jr.
[email protected]