THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK

NEW JERSEY

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CASANO COMMUNITY CENTER 314 CHESTNUT STREET, ROSELLE PARK, NJ 07204

WWW.ROSELLEPARK.NET

August 14, 2020

To: Borough Administrator Andrew J. Casais The following is a report of activities during June and July 2020. Community Center:

• Non-perishable shopping is being done every Tuesday to distribute to eligible food pantry recipients on Wednesday. Thanks to our residents and organizations for their generous donations to stock up our Community Food Pantry.

• The Center continues to accept non-perishable food Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Residents are requested to drop their donations in the bins set up outside the Center.

• On July 13, Roselle Parkers shared their lifesaving superpower. They donated 43 pints of blood to help the American Red Cross maintain a blood supply for patients in need during this challenging time. The next blood drive has been scheduled for September 28 at the Community Center.

Borough Events:

• Outdoor Movie Nights Movie nights were a great success, and we had an average of 250 people in attendance each night.

• Thank you, residents for being a fantastic audience and for your cooperation during this challenging time.

• Thank you, Mayor Sig, Council President Joe Petrosky, Councilman At Large Joe Delorio, Councilman Rob Mathieu, and the Borough Admin Andrew Casais for attending the event.

• Thank you, RPPD for keeping us safe.

• Thank you, Board of Education, President Joe Signorello Jr., and Roselle Park Soccer Club, for your support.

• Thank you, Maxine Padulsky, Christine Lettieri, and Sonia Cabezas for volunteering your time.

• First Annual Street Food Festival On Saturday, August 29, from 2 pm to 7 pm at Michael Mauri Park, the Borough of Roselle Park will be hosting its first annual Food Truck Festival. The festival will feature six food trucks, including two owned by residents, Latin Bites, and Dee’s Hut. To ensure the health and safety of all visitors, Roselle Park police will be enforcing guidelines from Governor Murphy and the CDC. 1. The police will be counting each person entering the park. Entrance will be limited to 500 attendees. 2. While in the park, attendees must wear a mask and maintain social distance. 3. Hand sanitizer stations will be present. The food vendors will be the following: Latin Bites (Roselle Park) El Lechon De Negron Uncle Louie G

Dee’s Hut (Roselle Park) Kettle Corn Dinny’s Dinner • 2nd Annual Celebration of Colors “A Celebration of Pride for Everyone.” On Saturday, September 12, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm (Rain or Shine), the Borough will be hosting its second annual Celebration of Colors “A celebration of PRIDE for everyone” at Roselle Park Middle School. A family-friendly event to celebrate family, equality, diversity, and community, "Celebration of Colors" includes a special guest speaker, performances, entertainment, education stations from statewide LGBTQ organizations, and free unlimited fun for all age groups. The event "Celebration of Colors" serves as a medium to unite and celebrate a diverse community. It is a color run without the 'run,' where everyone will receive a bag of nontoxic color powder to color each other and hoping they leave the event with a stronger commitment to celebrating our Borough's diverse community. • 4th Annual Hispanic/Latino Festival The Borough of Roselle Park will hold its Annual Hispanic/Latino Festival on Sunday, September 20, 2020, from 3 pm to 6 pm at Michael Mauri Gazebo Park. The festival is to celebrate the rich history of Hispanic/Latino culture through a diverse celebration that includes performances, live music, and more. Due to the Governor's executive order on the larger gathering, the event will be limited to 500 residents. RPPD will monitor and enforce to meet the state and local guidelines; residents will also be requested to follow social distancing as per the order.

2020 Census:

• As of June 18, 2020, our self-response rate is 71.4%, which is above the NJ States 65.4% and Union Counties 65.4%.

Grants / Donation/ Rental Year to Date:

• On December 19, a sponsorship request was submitted for a mobile stage that was submitted to the County of Union for the Annual St. Anthony's Feast, Annual July Fireworks, Annual Celebration of Colors, Annual Hispanic/Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Annual Arts Festival, and Annual Christmas Celebration.

• On December 19, a Financial Sponsorship Request was submitted to the County of Union for our Annual Fireworks for $13,000 and Annual Christmas Celebration for $25,000.

• On January 7, The U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM) entity registration was renewed for the year 2020. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Federal grants.

• On June 4, a request was submitted to CDBG to change the service scope from paying the salaries of our bus drivers and certified instructors to purchasing Giant Outdoor Games. The request was made due to COVID-19.

• On June 18, a request was approved to use the remaining balance ($7,358.83) of the CDBG Social Service Program Grant for the year 45 to purchase Outdoor Giant Games for our Community Center.

• Community Food Pantry Donation: $5,965 • Casano Community Center Rental: $1,085

Quarterly Report Year to Date

• CDBG 1st Quarter Progress Report was submitted on 12/20/19 • N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 1/3/2020 • N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 1/3/2020 • HEART Grant final report submitted on 3/9/2020

• N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 4/1/2020 • N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 4/1/2020 • N.J. Transit 2st Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 7/1/2020 • N.J. Transit 2st Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 7/1/2020

Events, Activities, and Meetings Attended:

• June 22, Outdoor Movie Night planning • June 24, Casano Center Committee • June 28, Department Head COVID-19 Conference Call • July 2, Independence Day Celebration • July 9, Outdoor Movie Night • July 13, American Red Cross Blood Drive • July 15, CDRS Committee • July 15, Outdoor Movie Night • July 29, Outdoor Movie Night • July 30, Outdoor Movie Night •

Publicity: Suburban News, Star-Ledger, TAPinto News, Local Source, NJ.com, Senior News, Roselle Park News, T.V. 34, NJ 101.5, NJTV, United Latino Press, LaVoz, La Nacion, News El Amauta, RP School District Email Blast, Instagram, Facebook, and distribution of flyers to each school. Upcoming Events:

2020 BOROUGH EVENTS SCHEDULE

Date Start Time

Event Location

Saturday, August 29 2 pm Street Food Festival Michael Mauri Park

Friday, September 11 7 pm 9/11 Remembrance Service Kelly-Kaulfers Park

Saturday, September 12 5 pm 2nd Annual Celebration of Colors “A Celebration of Pride for Everyone”

RP Middle School

Sunday, September 20 1 pm 5th Annual Hispanic/ Latino Festival Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 3 2 pm 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 10 5 pm 6th Annual Festival of India RPHS Gymnasium

TBD Recreation Halloween Party

Monday, November 11 11 am Annual Veterans’ Day Service Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

December 4, 5 and 6 5 pm Annual Christmas Celebration Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

NOTICE: Schedule subject to change without notice! Check www.rosellepark.net for updates and additional information!!!

THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK

NEW JERSEY

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CASANO COMMUNITY CENTER 314 CHESTNUT STREET, ROSELLE PARK, NJ 07204

WWW.ROSELLEPARK.NET

June 18, 2020

To: Borough Administrator Andrew J. Casais The following is a report of activities during May and June 2020. Community Center:

• Fresh produce is being picked up every Monday from various locations to distribute to qualified food pantry recipients. Thanks to our partnership with the United Way of Greater Union County.

• Non-perishable shopping is being done every Tuesday to distribute to eligible food pantry recipients on Wednesday. Thanks to our residents, school, and organizations for their generous donation to stock up our Community Food Pantry.

• The Center continues to accept non-perishable food Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Residents are requested to drop their donations in the bins set up outside the Center.

Borough Events:

• Independence Day Celebration

On Thursday, July 2nd, the Borough will celebrate our Independence Day in a patriotic way instead of traditional fireworks. This full-day event is inclusive to everyone. Our residents will be decorating their homes with Patriotic Colors. RPPD, RPFD, members of the Mayor and Council, and members of American Legion Post 60 will be hosting the Patriotic Parade at 4:00 pm and at 6:00 pm, the "Jersey Jeep Flow" will spread throughout the Borough, playing patriotic music for residents to enjoy the freedom we celebrate today.

The Patriotic Parade Route is as follows: Leaving the west side of the train station at 4:00 pm, Right onto Locust St n/b, Left onto W. Colfax Ave. w/b, Left onto Beechwood s/b, Left onto W. Lincoln e/b, Right onto Laurel s/b, Right onto W. Webster Ave. w/b, Left onto Amsterdam Ave s/b, Left onto Seaton Ave e/b, Right onto Faitoute Ave s/b, Left onto W. Clay Ave e/b, Slight Right onto W. Grant Ave still e/b, Left onto Bender Ave. n/b, Left onto E. Clay Ave w/b, Right onto Chestnut St. n/b, Right onto E. Webster Ave. e/b, Left onto Sherman Ave. n/b

Left onto E. Lincoln Ave. w/b, Right onto Chestnut St. n/b,

Left onto W. Lincoln Ave. w/b

Left into the train station lot to finish and disperse.

• Outdoor Movie Nights

The Borough will be hosting Outdoor Movie Nights staring July 8th at Roselle Park High School's Herm Shaw Field. These movie series help our residents unwind during the pandemic and to provide a safe place for families to enjoy outside their homes.

The following movies will be featured on a 22ft projector screen: Wednesday, July 8: Toy Story 4 (rain date July 9) Wednesday, July 15: Aladdin (rain date July 16) Wednesday, July 22: The Lion King (rain date July 23) Wednesday, July 29: The Secret Life of Pets 2 (rain date July 30)

The Movie will begin at dusk at approximately 9 pm with gates opening at 8 pm. Residents will be asked to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase from the Pop Warner's food stand.

Due to the Governor's executive order on the larger gathering, the event will be limited to 500 residents. Residents will be issued a ticket as they enter the field on a first-come, first-serve base. In addition, residents will also be requested to follow social distancing as per the order.

2020 Census:

• As of June 18th, 2020, our self-response rate is 69.8%, which is above the NJ States 63.4% and Union Counties 65.2%.

Grants / Donation/ Rental Year to Date:

• On December 19th, a sponsorship request was submitted for a mobile stage that was submitted to the County of Union for the Annual St. Anthony's Feast, Annual July Fireworks, Annual Celebration of Colors, Annual Hispanic, Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Annual Arts Festival, and Annual Christmas Celebration.

• On December 19th, a Financial Sponsorship Request was submitted to the County of Union for our Annual Fireworks for $13,000 and Annual Christmas Celebration for $25,000.

• On January 7th, The U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM) entity registration was renewed for the year 2020. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Federal grants.

• On June 4th, a request was submitted to CDBG to change the service scope from paying the salaries of our bus drivers and certified instructors to purchasing Giant Outdoor Games. The request was made due to COVID-19.

• On June 18th, a request was approved to use the remaining balance ($7,358.83) of the CDBG Social Service Program Grant for the year 45 to purchase Outdoor Giant Games for our Community Center.

• Community Food Pantry Donation: $5,965 • Casano Community Center Rental: $1,085

Quarterly Report Year to Date

• CDBG 1st Quarter Progress Report was submitted on 12/20/19 • N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 1/3/2020 • N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 1/3/2020 • HEART Grant final report submitted on 3/9/2020 • N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 4/1/2020 • N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 4/1/2020

Events, Activities, and Meetings Attended:

• May 1st, Department Head COVID-19 Conference Call

• May 1st, Roselle Park Weekly Conference • May 8th, Roselle Park Weekly Conference • May 15th, 2020 Census Weekly Conference • May 20th, CDBG Committee Meeting • May 21st, Department Head COVID-19 Conference Call • May 22nd, 2020 Census Weekly Conference • May 27th, Casano Center Committee Conference Call • May 29th, 2020 Census Weekly Conference • June 5th, 2020 Census Weekly Conference • June 10th, Safety Committee Meeting • June 12th,. 2020 Census Weekly Conference • June 15th, Roselle Park Early Childhood Advisory Council Meeting • June 18th, 2020 Census Weekly Conference

Publicity: Suburban News, Star-Ledger, TAPinto News, Local Source, NJ.com, Senior News, Roselle Park News, T.V. 34, NJ 101.5, NJTV, United Latino Press, LaVoz, La Nacion, News El Amauta, RP School District Email Blast, Instagram, Facebook, and distribution of flyers to each school. Upcoming Events:

2020 BOROUGH EVENTS SCHEDULE

Date Start Time

Event Location

Wednesday, July 2nd (Rain Date: Sunday, July 5th)

4 pm Annual Independence Day Celebration

Wednesday, July 8th , 15th ,22nd , and 29th (Rain Date July 9th, 16th , 23rd and 30th)

8 pm Outdoor Movie Nights RPHS Herm Shaw Field

CANCELED Jazz Festival Michael Mauri Park

CANCELED 9 am Annual Summer Kick-Off Picnic Casano Community Center

CANCELED 5 pm 20th Annual National Night Out Michael Mauri Park

Friday, September 11th 7 pm 9/11 Remembrance Service Kelly-Kaulfers Park

Saturday, September 19th 1 pm 5th Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Festival & Parade

Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

CANCELED 2nd Annual USO 5K Run/Walk RPHS Herm Shaw Field

TBD

5 pm 2nd Annual Celebration of Color and Pride for everyone

R.P. Middle School

CANCELED 12 pm Annual Arts Festival Chestnut Street

Saturday, October 3rd 2 pm 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 10th 5 pm 6th Annual Festival of India RPHS Gymnasium

TBD Recreation Halloween Party Casano Community Center

TBD Annual Veterans’ Day Service Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

December 4, 5 and 6 5 pm Annual Christmas Celebration Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

NOTICE: Schedule subject to change without notice!

Check www.rosellepark.net for updates and additional information!!!

THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK

NEW JERSEY

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CASANO COMMUNITY CENTER 314 CHESTNUT STREET, ROSELLE PARK, NJ 07204

WWW.ROSELLEPARK.NET

May 15, 2020

To: Borough Administrator Andrew J. Casais The following is a report of activities and progress made during March, April, and May 2020. Activities Concerning the Casano Community Center:

● Every Monday we pick up fresh produce from various locations and distribute them to our qualified food pantry recipients. Thanks to our partnership with the United Way of Greater Union County.

● Every Tuesday we pick up non-perishables from ShopRite to distribute on Wednesday to our food pantry recipients. Thanks to our residents, school, and organizations for their generous donation to help stock up the pantry.

● During these times our Community Food Pantry is assisting more than 200 residents. If residents know anyone who is in need during this challenging time the Casano Community Center would like to remind everyone that we are here to help. Below are the essential numbers for Roselle Park residents:

o Food Pantry assistance, please call the Community Center at 908-245-0666. o Home delivered meals assistance for those with disabilities and seniors over 60 and older are

requested to call Union County Meals on Wheels at 908-486-5100. o Shopping or medication pickup assistance for senior citizens or the disabled, residents may call

Roselle Park 24/7, a local non-profit organization at 732-907-7247. ● We are grateful for your donation and incredible support! Your kindness fuels our efforts to provide hunger

relief for struggling individuals and families in our great Borough of Roselle Park. o Jill LaZare and Brooke Cares foundation

o Kristy May Photography

o Papa John's Pizza (870 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ) o Walmart (Union) o Michael Wright o Sharon Babo

o Chad Hemenway

o Kathy Michelle Roche

o United Way of Greater Union County and Amazon

o Morrow Maria & Jeffrey

o Whiteside Christopher & Amanda

o Lopes Joseph Jr. & Kimberly

o Coppola Jason & Lisa

o Joseph Delorio and Thomas Shiply

o Brooke Devine

o Frank Torres

o Gregory Family

o Kristy May Chatelain, Lisa Vagnoni Coppola, Allison Crecca for Front Porch Photography Project o Roselle Park Middle School teachers and staff

o Sherman Elementary School staff, Robert Gordon Elementary Staff, and Aldene Elementary teachers and staff

o Bansari Shah Amin

o Emilia Cynthia

o Javier Diaz

o Andrea Melancon Gilchrist family

o Michael Foods and Karen Kreie

o Roselle Park Education Association o Residents that dropped food off at the Center

● The Center accepts non-perishable food Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Residents are requested to drop their donations on the bins set up outside the Center.

● On April 17th, our residents came out to “Shine Your Light” to support the sick, those we have lost, and to those who are on the front lines.

o Special thank you to our Retired Captain Manuel Jimenez, for volunteering your time. ● As of 5/14/2020, our self response rate to 2020 Census is 69.6%..

Grants / Donation/ Rental Year to Date:

● On December 19th, Sponsorship Request for a mobile stage was submitted to the County of Union for the Annual St. Anthony's Feast, Annual July Fireworks, Annual Celebration of Colors, Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Annual Arts Festival, and Annual Christmas Celebration.

● On December 19th, Financial Sponsorship Request was submitted to the County of Union for our Annual Fireworks for $13,000 and Annual Christmas Celebration for $25,000

● On January 7th, The U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM) entity registration was renewed for the year 2020. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Federal grants.

● Community Food Pantry Donation: $1,200

● Casano Community Center Rental: $1,085

Quarterly Report Year to Date

o CDBG 1st Quarter Progress Report was submitted on 12/20/19 o N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 1/3/2020

o N.J. Transit 4th Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 1/3/2020

o HEART Grant final report submitted on 3/9/2020

o N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Daily Ridership submitted on 4/1/2020

o N.J. Transit 1st Quarter Maintenance Report submitted on 4/1/2020

Events, Activities, and Meetings Attended:

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Publicity: Suburban News, Star-Ledger, TAPinto News, Local Source, NJ.com, Senior News, Roselle Park News, T.V. 34, NJ 101.5, NJTV, United Latino Press, LaVoz, La Nacion, News El Amauta, RP School District Email Blast, Instagram, Facebook, and distribute flyers to each school. Upcoming Events:

2020 BOROUGH EVENTS SCHEDULE

Date Start

Time Event Location

CANCELED 9 am Annual Memorial Day Parade

Monday, May 25 10 am Annual Memorial Day Service Borough Hall

Wednesday, July 2 (Rain Date: Sunday, July 5)

5 pm Annual Independence Day Fireworks Display

RPHS Herm Shaw Field

CANCELED Jazz Festival Michael Mauri Park

TBD 9 am Annual Summer Kick-Off Picnic Casano Community Center

Tuesday, August 4 5 pm 20th Annual National Night Out Michael Mauri Park

Friday, September 11 7 pm 9/11 Remembrance Service Kelly-Kaulfers Park

Saturday, September 19 1 pm 5th Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Festival & Parade

Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

CANCELED 2nd Annual USO 5K Run/Walk RPHS Herm Shaw Field

TBD

5 pm 2nd Annual Celebration of Color and Pride for everyone

R.P. Middle School

Saturday, September 26 (Rain Date: Sunday, September 27)

12 pm Annual Arts Festival Chestnut Street

Saturday, October 3 2 pm 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 10 5 pm 6th Annual Festival of India RPHS Gymnasium

TBD Recreation Halloween Party Casano Community Center

TBD Annual Veterans’ Day Service Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

December 4, 5 and 6 5 pm Annual Christmas Celebration Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

NOTICE: Schedule subject to change without notice!

Check www.rosellepark.net for updates and additional information!!!

THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK

N E W J E R S E Y

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CASANO COMMUNITY CENTER 314 CHESTNUT STREET, ROSELLE PARK, NJ 07204

WWW.ROSELLEPARK.NET

March 31, 2020

To: Borough Administrator Andew J. Casais. The following is a report of activities and work done during February and March 2020. Activities Concerning the Casano Community Center:

On February 21st, almost 100 Middle School students enjoyed the Valentine Dance Party at the center.

On March 7th, more than 100 residents celebrated annual St. Patrick's Day. o Thank you:

Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders for the HEART grant. Sunrise Diner and Dowling Irish Pub and Restaurant for your generous donation.\ Pat Hinds for exceptional performance! Pat McNamara, Emil Tragala, and Gladys Lugo for volunteering your time. Mayor Sig, Councilman Joe Petrosky, Councilman Mike Connelly, Freeholder Sergio

Granados, and Freeholder Angela Garretson for taking time out of your busy schedule to attend our event!

Our Community Food Pantry is preparing for Economic Impacts of COVID-19. As the economic impacts of the virus begin to mount, we expect to see a rise in demand at food banks. As a community, we are concerned about what the current health situation means for our residents. During this uncertain time, Casano Community Center would like to remind everyone that we are here to help. Below are the essential numbers for various assistance available for Roselle Park residents.

o Food Pantry assistance, please call the Community Center at 908-245-0666. o Home delivered meals assistance for persons with disabilities and seniors over 60 and older are

requested to call Union County Meals on Wheels at 908-486-5100. o Shopping or medication pickup assistance for senior citizens or the disabled, residents may call

Roselle Park 24/7, a local non-profit organization at 732-907-7247. At present, our Community Food Pantry is assisting more than 100 residents. That includes 13 families added after the State of Emergency. We are grateful to our residents, Roselle Park seniors from Casano Center afternoon bingo program, United Methodist Church, Mayor Sig, Councilman Joseph Petrosky, Councilman Michael Connelley, Greg Johnson, Ken Blum (CFO), Park Glass Co., and Blue Umbrella Waterproofing for their generous donations to our Community Center food pantry. As always, we are grateful for the incredible support! Your kindness fuels our efforts to provide hunger relief for struggling individuals and families in our great Borough of Roselle Park. Anyone wishing to donate non-perishable food, The Community center accepts donation Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm.

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive on Friday, April 17th, at Casano Community Center and is asking for people to come and donate to help those in need. There is a national shortage of blood donations across the country as more than 7,000 blood drives have been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event will run from 11 am to 4 pm. As a safety, the Red Cross employees will be following thorough safety protocols to help prevent the spread of any disease or infection and have established additional precautions due to COVID-19.

The American Red Cross Safety Protocols:

o At each blood drive or donation center, Red Cross employees follow through safety protocols, including:

o Wearing gloves and changing them often o Wiping down donor-touched areas after every collection o Using sterile collection sets for every donation o Preparing the arm for donation with aseptic scrub o Conducting donor mini-physicals to ensure donors are healthy and well on the day of donation

The Red Cross has also increased their vigilance concerning some of these safety protocols, including: o Enhanced disinfecting of equipment o Providing hand sanitizer for use before entering and throughout the donation appointment o Temperature checks before presenting donors enter the blood drive or donation center o Spacing beds, where possible, to follow social distancing practices between donors o During this time, blankets typically used by platelet, Power Red, and AB Elite donors at Red Cross

blood donation centers will be laundered after each use, which may limit the availability. Donors are encouraged to bring their own blankets, but electric blankets and heating pads are not permitted.

To ensure Red Cross staff are healthy each day, they have implemented standard staff health assessments prior to all blood drives. Finally, only eligible and healthy people are allowed to give blood. Anyone who wants to donate is urged to call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment. You can also download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App.

As of 3/29/2020, 39.1% of residents have responded to the 2020 Census. Grants / Donation/ Rental Year to Date:

On December 19th, Sponsorship Request for a mobile stage was submitted to County of Union for the Annual St. Anthony's Feast, Annual July Fireworks, Annual Celebration of Colors, Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Annual Arts Festival, and Annual Christmas Celebration.

On December 19th, Financial Sponsorship Request was submitted to County of Union for our Annual Fireworks for $13,000 and Annual Christmas Celebration for $25,000

On January 7th, The U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM) entity registration was renewed for the year 2020. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Federal grants

Community Food Pantry Donation: $1,200

Casano Community Center Rental: $1,085 Quarterly Report Year to Date

o CDBG 1st Quarter Progress Report was submitted on 12/20/19 o NJ Transit 4th Quarter Daily Ridership was submitted on 1/3/2020 o NJ Transit 4th Quarter Maintenance Report was submitted on 1/3/2020

Events, Activities, and Meetings Attended:

o February 19, Environmental Commission o February 20, Mayor and Council Meeting o February 21, Middle School Dance o February 24, RP Arts Festival o February 25, Complete Count Committee o February 26, County Complete Count Committee o February 26, Casano Center Association Meeting o February 26, Committee Meeting o February 27, County Complete Count Committee

o February 28, CDRS Committee Meeting o March 2, Arts Gallery o March 6, BAPS Meeting o March 7, Annual St. Patrick’s Day o March 9, Preschool Advisory Council Meeting o March 10, Safety Committee Meeting o March 10, Complete Count Committee o March 11, Green Team Meeting

Publicity: Suburban News, Star-Ledger, TAPinto News, Local Source, NJ.com, Senior News, Roselle Park News, TV 34, NJ 101.5, NJTV, United Latino Press, LaVoz, La Nacion, News El Amauta, RP School District Email Blast, Instagram, Facebook, and distribute flyers to each school. Upcoming Events:

2020 BOROUGH EVENTS SCHEDULE

Date Start

Time Event Location

ON HOLD Sunday, May 9

5 pm 2nd Annual Celebration of Color and Pride for everyone

RP Middle School

ON HOLD Monday, May 25

9 am Annual Memorial Day Parade, Service, and Summer Kick-Off Picnic

Parade Route & Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

Wednesday, July 2 (Rain Date: Sunday, July 5)

5 pm Annual Independence Day Fireworks Display

RPHS Herm Shaw Field

Saturday July 25 (Rain Date: Sunday July 26)

Jazz Festival Michael Mauri Park

Tuesday, August 4 5 pm 20th Annual National Night Out Michael Mauri Park

Friday, September 11 7 pm 9/11 Remembrance Service Kelly-Kaulfers Park

Saturday, September 19 1 pm 5th Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Festival & Parade

Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

TBD 2nd Annual USO 5K Run/Walk RPHS Herm Shaw Field

Saturday, September 26 (Rain Date: Sunday, Sept. 27)

12 pm Annual Arts Festival Chestnut Street

Saturday, October 3 2 pm 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 10 5 pm 6th Annual Festival of India RPHS Gymnasium

TBD Recreation Halloween Party Casano Community Center

TBD Annual Veterans’ Day Service Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

December 4, 5 and 6 5 pm Annual Christmas Celebration Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

NOTICE: Schedule subject to change without notice!

Check www.rosellepark.net for updates and additional information!!!

THE BOROUGH OF ROSELLE PARK

N E W J E R S E Y

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CASANO COMMUNITY CENTER 314 CHESTNUT STREET, ROSELLE PARK, NJ 07204

WWW.ROSELLEPARK.NET

February 14, 2020

To: Borough Administrator Andew J. Casais. The following is a report of activities and work done during January and February 2020. Activities Concerning the Casano Community Center:

o We are very grateful to our residents, Aldene Elementary School and United Methodist Church for their generous donations to our Community Center food pantry. Their contributions have enabled us to maintain a stocked food pantry.

o The Casano Center is in search for a bus driver. o Closed: February 12 for Lincoln’s birthday and February 17 for Presidents’ day, o On January 10, almost 100 enjoyed the New Year’s Dance party for Middle School Students

o On February 21, the center will be hosting a Middle School Valentine Dance Party from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The party is free for Roselle Park residents only.

o The child must bring a permission slip signed by the parents/guardian in order to enter the party. Parents are requested to ask their children to remain inside the facility and to ensure that he/she waits until the parents arrive to pick them up. Once they leave, they will not be allowed to re-enter.

o On March 3, Westfield health department will be giving a presentation on importance of vaccination. Residents will learn how to recognize why vaccines are important, understand the concept of herd immunity, and identify the vaccine routinely recommended for them.

o The Borough will hold its annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 7, 2020, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Starting at 3:00 p.m., Joe Carosalli’s Masterpiece Orchestras will perform authentic Irish music; Free food will be served during the event, which consists of corned beef & cabbage, boiled potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread, and rye bread as well as dessert.

o This Arts program is made possible in part by a HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Dowling’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, and Sunrise Diner.

o On April 28, a speaker from NJ Department of Human Services will visit the center to help our low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities save money on Medicare premiums, prescription costs and other living expenses.

o 2020 Complete Count Committee has started planning on activities and events to ensure Roselle Park Counts! The Committee has decided on promoting awareness through Social Media, Newsletters, School activities, Borough events, Community Gatherings, and through Faith base organizations. Flyers and Poster will be posted on various dates.

o Following are the important dates March 12 - 20: Households will begin receiving official Census Bureau mail with detailed

information on how to respond to the 2020 Census online, by phone, or by mail. March 30 - April 1: The Census Bureau will count people who are experiencing

homelessness over these three days. As part of this process, the Census Bureau counts people in shelters, at soup kitchens and mobile food vans, on the streets, and at non-sheltered, outdoor locations such as tent encampments.

April 1: Census Day is observed nationwide. By this date, every home will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home in one of three ways: online, by phone, or by mail. When you respond to the census, you'll tell the Census Bureau where you live as of April 1, 2020.

April: Census takers will begin visiting college students who live on campus, people living in senior centers, and others who live among large groups of people. Census takers also begin conducting quality check interviews to help ensure an accurate count.

May - July: Census takers will begin visiting homes that haven't responded to the 2020 Census to help make sure everyone is counted.

December: The Census Bureau will deliver apportionment counts to the President and Congress as required by law.

o I am very happy to report that Yoga and Meditation, Zumba, Seniors Chair Yoga, Healthy Bones, Senior Aerobics, and Senior Seated Aerobics classes have begun and they are well attended by our residents. These classes are free for Roselle Park residents only. Registration is required with valid photo ID.

Grants / Donation/ Rental Year to Date: o On December 19, Sponsorship Request for a mobile stage was submitted to County of Union for the

Annual St. Anthony’s feast, Annual July Fireworks, Annual Celebration of Colors, Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Annual Arts Festival, and Annual Christmas Celebration.

o On December 19, Financial Sponsorship Request was submitted to County of Union for our Annual Fireworks in the amount of $13,000 and for Annual Christmas Celebration in the amount of $25,000

o On January 7, The U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM) entity registration was renewed for the year 2020. Registration is mandatory to continue receiving Federal grants

o Casano Community Center Rental: $1,085 Quarterly Report Year to Date

o CDBG 1st Quarter Progress Report was submitted on 12/20/19 o NJ Transit 4th Quarter Daily Ridership was submitted on 1/3/2020 o NJ Transit 4th Quarter Maintenance Report was submitted on 1/3/2020

Events, Activities, and Meetings Attended:

o January 22, Casano Center Association Meeting o January 24, Regional Census Center o January 29, Committee Meeting o February 6, Special Service Meeting o February 7, Health and Wellness Committee o February 10, Environmental Commission o February 13, Complete Count Committee

Publicity: Suburban News, Star-Ledger, TAPinto News, Local Source, NJ.com, Senior News, Roselle Park News, TV 34, NJ 101.5, NJTV, United Latino Press, LaVoz, La Nacion, News El Amauta, RP School District Email Blast, Instagram, Facebook, and distribute flyers to each school. Upcoming Events:

2020 BOROUGH EVENTS SCHEDULE

Date Start

Time Event Location

Saturday, March 7 3 pm Annual St Patrick's Day Casano Community Center

Friday, April 24 2 pm 16th Annual Arbor Day Ceremony

Robert Gordon Elementary School

TBD Recreation Easter Candy Hunt Casano Community Center

Saturday, April 25 12 pm 15th Annual Senior Brunch Casano Community Center

Sunday, May 9 5 pm 2nd Annual Celebration of Color and Pride for everyone

RP Middle School

Monday, May 25 9 am Annual Memorial Day Parade & Service

Parade Route & Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

Saturday, May 30 (Rain Date: Sunday, May 31)

12 pm Summer Kick-Off Picnic Michael Mauri Park

TBD Make Music Day

Wednesday, July 2 (Rain Date: Sunday, July 5)

5 pm Annual Independence Day Fireworks Display

RPHS Herm Shaw Field

Saturday July 25 (Rain Date: Sunday July 26)

Jazz Festival Michael Mauri Park

Tuesday, August 4 5 pm 20th Annual National Night Out Michael Mauri Park

Friday, September 11 7 pm 9/11 Remembrance Service Kelly-Kaulfers Park

Saturday, September 19 1 pm 5th Annual Hispanic and Latino Heritage Festival & Parade

Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

TBD 2nd Annual USO 5K Run/Walk RPHS Herm Shaw Field

Saturday, September 26 (Rain Date: Sunday, Sept. 27)

12 pm Annual Arts Festival Chestnut Street

Saturday, October 3 2 pm 2nd Annual Oktoberfest Michael Mauri Park

Saturday, October 10 5 pm 6th Annual Festival of India RPHS Gymnasium

TBD Recreation Halloween Party Casano Community Center

TBD Annual Veterans’ Day Service Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library

December 4, 5 and 6 5 pm Annual Christmas Celebration Parade Route & Michael Mauri Park

NOTICE: Schedule subject to change without notice!

Check www.rosellepark.net for updates and additional information!!!