Politics & Government
The Week Ahead: Pay Your Taxes and Don't Feed the Wildlife
Here's a look at some of the stories Patch is working on for this week.
- Congressman Leonard Lance, R-7, will visit the Cranford Post Office Monday at 11:30 to speak with residents during a "Tax Day Event" aimed at protesting the approval of new taxes. Lance will be on hand to speak with residents as they mail their tax returns.
- Every year, numerous girls are forced to sit out their high school proms because financial circumstances prevent them from being able to afford a dress. Becca's Closet is an organization with a chapter in Cranford that helps underprivilegd teens acquire clothing to wear to their senior prom.
- The Cranford Township Committee is considering an ordinance that would implement fines and penalties for residents caught feeding wildlife in the township, including on private property. The ordinance applies to animals such as geese and deer, that pose a health hazard. Officials have dicsussed the ordinance at several meetings. In addition, some residents have concerns about the new provisions and the penalties involved.
- Several new businesses are slated to open downtown in the coming months, including a new eatery in the location where Amazon cafe once stood. In addition to the new businesses, the may soon be renamed. The name change must be approved by officials and is meant to more clearly define what the organization does.
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