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On Thursday, Dec. 17 at 10:30 a.m., Hunterdon Healthcare received the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer to begin vaccinating employees. “With approved COVID-19 vaccines now being distributed to hospitals, we are eager to begin administering the vaccine to our physicians, nurses, and clinicians providing direct patient care. State and federal public health guidelines carefully prioritized the first doses based on factors such as frontline workers and those highest at-risk for infection or severe illness,” said Patrick Gavin, President and CEO, Hunterdon Healthcare. Hunterdon Healthcare received 975 doses and began administering the vaccine to employees the evening of Dec. 17. Hunterdon Healthcare will vaccinate 3,000 employees and healthcare workers. The Pfizer vaccine has an efficacy rate of 95 percent with no serious safety concerns based on clinical trials with more than 38,000 people. The Pfizer vaccine will require two doses spaced 21 days apart. Gavin added, “While we don’t know when a vaccine will be widely available for our community, we are thoughtfully planning and working closely with federal and state public health officials to ensure we are ready for distribution as soon as an authorized vaccine is available. The health and safety of health care workers, patients and the community are our number one priority at Hunterdon Healthcare, and we strive to deliver compassionate and exceptional care that improves the health of the community.” For additional COVID vaccine information and distribution details (when available), visit https://www. hunterdonhealthcare.org/news_ room/vaccine-information/. This site will be regularly updated as new information is made available.

Readington Township has approved the construction of an apartment community on a former office campus at 460 westbound Route 22 near the entrance to Unicom. Larken Associates, a regional leader in commercial and residential real estate building, development and management, plans to construct The Ridge at Readington, a 254-unit, ten-building luxury multifamily community. Previously named Readington Commons, Larken Associates had begun construction on an eight-building professional office campus on the 17.2-acre property in 2010. However, the company recognized that the significant demand for housing in the market and the site’s location along Route 22 and just under two miles from the one-million-square-foot Unicom Science and Technology Center presented a tremendous opportunity to pivot the site to become a dynamic multifamily community, a company spokesman wrote in an email to The Readington News. Once completed, The Ridge at Readington’s 254-units will feature a mix of 168 one and two-bedroom garden apartments spread across seven buildings and 86 one and two-bedroom units in two elevatored buildings. Sixty-four units will be affordable family units. With 21 different unit types, the community offers something for everyone in the market for a new, modern place to call home. Further enhancing the site, Larken Associates will construct a state-ofthe-art clubhouse with a pool, gym and spacious outdoor lounge area as well as a tot lot and bark park. “While the locations and designs of residential projects vary considerably, our residential development platform remains singularly focused on understanding the demands of today’s tenants and developing unique residential communities in highly sought after locations,” said David Gardner, President and CEO of Larken Associates. “We look forward to transforming the site and bringing great spaces to live to Hunterdon County with The Ridge at Readington.” Larken’s portfolio includes 22 residential communities made up of 2,500 owned and/or managed units across the Northeast. To learn more about The Ridge at Readington, visit https://www.larkenassociates.com/.

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Pictured are members of the Beautification Committee and Community Garden Club. – Photo by Steve Fraebel

Festive decorators, from left, are Nancy Bonacci, Nanette Chardoussin and Julia Allen. – Photo by Lori Lucas

The coronavirus pandemic did not stop the Beautification Committee of Whitehouse Station from working with the Community Garden Club of Hunterdon County, and a couple of Readington residents, to install festive holiday arrangements in the 14 planters on Main Street/Route 523 in December. “If anything, it is even more important now to show residents and people driving through town that we care and want to make the scene a little more festive,” said Steve Fraebel, BCWS treasurer. In addition to the planters, “the wood fence at the entrance to

Bank Street and even a bird house were decorated. The greens will be replenished every few weeks through the winter months,” said Lori Lucas of the garden club and BCWS. Hionis Greenhouses and Garden Center donated materials, and while COVID-19 prevented assembling the arrangements indoors, the Whitehouse Rescue Squad set up a shelter in the Bank Street parking lot. If you’re interested in helping out or contributing to the beautification committee, contact BCWHS@gmail.com.

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Editors/Publishers: Monita Casey Haduch, Bill Haduch Advertising Manager: Karen C. Muller Contributors: Lisa O’Donoghue & Susan Torsilieri Mailing Services: Mike Sanchez Art: Kevin Gora, Megan Moore Layout Services: Steve Skladany The Readington News is mailed monthly, free-of-charge to every mailing address in Readington Township. Free copies are also available for distribution in places of business, schools, and municipal offices. DEADLINES FOR NEXT ISSUE February 2021

January 10 For Ad Materials January 15 For News Materials The Readington News is not liable for failure to publish an ad, for typographical errors, or errors in publication, unless, in our judgment, the error materially affects the content and advertising value of the ad. Compensation will not exceed the cost of the space in which an error occurs. The Readington News has the right to refuse any advertisement for any reason, and is not responsible for claims made by advertisers. We ask our readers to keep us informed of any misleading advertisements. Phone/Fax: 1-800-530-3046 Email: readingtonnews@gmail.com Mailing address: P.O. Box 5351, Branchburg, NJ 08876 Web: www.readingtonnews.com A Creative Resources/ Town Media Newspaper Publishers: Bill Haduch, Monita Casey Haduch

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Are you looking for a New Year’s resolution that is likely to stick, and a way to give back to the community in a meaningful way? In 2021, Rutgers Cooperative Extension will offer an online Rutgers Environmental Stewards training program. Now in its 16th year the community focused program provides a broad background of knowledge and issues preparing graduates in tackling environmental challenges in their home communities. If you have a passion for the environment and a desire to learn how you might volunteer in your community then this program may be just the thing. The curriculum is designed to focus on the science and best practice solutions to be able to address key environmental issues that face New Jersey. Rutgers University experts will be joined by subject matter leaders from government and the nonprofit sector to deliver a crash course in natural resources stewardship and protection. Topics covered include natural habitat conservation, climate change, solid waste management and recycling, soil health, invasive species, energy conservation, water resource protection, land use policy, wildlife ecology, and organizing local action programs. Participants who also complete a 60-hour internship project of their choosing are eligible to receive Certified Rutgers Environmental Steward recognition. The internship exposes Stewards to real-world is-

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Pictured, from left, are Angela Grillo, Elizabeth Dorman, Elizabeth Maxwell, Anya Karnani, Joanna McDonald, and Laila Wyche. Troop members missing from photo: Kelsey Burgey and Laci Sova. – Submitted by Lisa McDonald

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By Jonathan Hart, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools, and Joe Greco, Chief of Police The Readington Township School District is committed to identifying, harnessing, and developing partnerships with local, state, and global partners. Our strategic plan has a partnership goal that reads, “[We] establish partnerships that foster meaningful educational opportunities on local, regional, and global scales. Prepare all learners to become engaged and productive citizens through service to others, collaboration and real world connections.” One of our strongest partners has been and continues to be our local police force. This is a relationship that has shown its value to both organizations when it comes to the welfare of the community and as we navigated the challenges of COVID-19. Before the global pandemic became our ordinary course of business the school district and law enforcement had a positive and productive relationship to protect the safety and welfare of our school community. The pandemic, however, has further demonstrated how

this close partnership has grown. When schools were ordered to close last March there was constant communication between the district administration and the police. The police worked with the school district in developing protocols for welfare checks. These are police visits to student homes when the school district is unable to make contact with a parent or guardian and the student is not attending school - either virtual or in person. This became critically important when the school district operated a fully virtual schedule for the duration of the school year last year. When the district was concerned about the well-being of a child, the police assisted us in visiting the home. These actions provided for the safety and well-being of our student population. When school began for in-person hybrid instruction in September, the police, including our Class III Officers, provided guidance and direction with re-opening plans. They drew up maps for arrival and dismissal procedures, provided safety guidance to building principals, and regularly posted officers at school entrances to monitor traffic

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Readington resident Peter Bellek from Troop 90 decided that for his Eagle Scout project he would revamp the entrance to Hillcrest Park and include a second phase to install bat boxes to mitigate the mosquito population in several town parks. This project would serve the local community and be a benefit to bats, an important part of the ecosystem. Peter redesigned the entrance using indigenous plantings. He

and his fellow scouts had to weed, install a weed barrier, spread new mulch, and plant new shrubs. The second phase of the project was more laborious and expensive. Peter spoke to the Hunterdon County naturalist to identify the type of bats (Little brown bat, Myotis lucifugus), and their habitats. This breed can eat up to 1000 mosquitoes in an hour. The naturalist also shared the type of bat box that was appropriate for these migratory bats. Once the wooden pieces were cut, Peter used a track saw to make cuts in the wood panels for the bats to hang onto the inner chambers of the bat box. Next he assembled, primed, painted, and shingled the roof. Peter then confirmed the locations with Readington Rec and dug four-foot-deep holes, filled with concrete, and installed 21foot poles with the bat box attached to the upper end via carriage bolts. The project took almost a year to complete with many challenges including a pandemic. Two of the three boxes are in Hillcrest Park and one is in Old 28 Park. Troop 90 meets every week on Thursday at the Midland School in Branchburg. – Submitted by Larry Ahearn

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The Readington Township H.S.A. will host a Used Clothing, Accessories and Items Drive Jan. 8-16 to support the Readington H.S.A. Community members may donate gently used clothing, accessories, small toys (smaller than 2 feet), stuffed animals and gently used bikes/scooters. There will be collections at Holland Brook School, Three Bridges School and Whitehouse Elementary School. Large tarps will be located outside of each school starting Jan. 8. To help protect the donations, place donations in large garbage bags, tied tightly, and cover with the tarps. The H.S.A. utilizes a company specializing in processing used clothing and other used goods, whose mission is to provide good quality new and used clothing to developing countries. Clothing that is in wearable condition gets packed into containers and shipped to different countries, none of these clothes get shredded or destroyed. The small toys get packed into containers for children who do not have much to play with in other parts of the world. Any questions, contact readingtonschoolshsa@gmail.com.”

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Township Passes Plastics Ordinance The Township Committee recently adopted Ordinance #22-2020, “Limitation on Plastic Bags” which reflects the Township’s commitment to environmental quality, addresses a significant global problem relating to the sale and use of single-use plastics, and incentivizes the use of reusable bags at businesses. Ultimately this will help the environment and wildlife, as well as public health, welfare and safety. The ordinance includes a ban on single-use plastic bags, polystyrene foam containers for and/or plastic straws. Paper bags can be made available, with or without a fee, at the discretion of the business. Businesses include, but are not limited to, pharmacies, supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, clothing stores, dry cleaners, food marts, and food service establishments. Take-out food containers shall only be grade #1 and #2 or biodegradable.

The effective date of this ordinance is January 15st, 2021. The statewide ban does not take effect until May 2022. The early implementation date allows Readington businesses to make good-faith efforts to comply prior to the state-wide restrictions. REMINDER: ALL DOGS MUST BE LICENSED IN JANUARY NJ State law requires all dogs 7 months or older must be licensed annually.

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As part of the Township’s Affordable Housing agreement with the State, Readington Commons (located on Route 22 West just before UNICOM Global’s entrance) will be redeveloped into a residential complex. Readington Commons was originally approved for a commercial office space development on a 17-acre parcel to include eight (8) total buildings. The development was never fully completed with only three (3) buildings constructed. The property owner received intervenor status from the Court into Readington’s Affordable Housing litigation committing to the Court that it would help Readington meet its mandate by constructing new residential units at this site as part of an inclusionary development (market rate and affordable units). On November 9th, the developer was given final approval from the Planning Board to construct 254 total units with 64 of those designated as affordable that will be called The Ridge at Readington. There will be nine (9) total apartment buildings, a community center, dog run, pavilion, and youth playground. There is no timetable for construction to begin at this time.

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Holiday Thanks from Christine Dey & Hunter Tregoning Readington Township Social Services

Readington Township Social Services sends a very huge heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our Holiday Adopt a Family Program. 2020 has been an incredibly challenging year in many ways. Our families are facing new obstacles and increased needs. For many of them the holidays would not have been possible without your generosity. We were overwhelmed by the community’s response. 195 individuals were generously remembered by the Readington Township community! Recipients received wonderful, thoughtful, and caring gifts that reflected a true balance between their needs and their special wishes. Thank you to all our Secret Santa's for your donations of clothing, food, coats, toys, gift cards and Christmas trees to help make this holiday season one to remember. Your generosity and kind actions have not only made a huge impact for our clients, but you also helped renew our energy during these trying times. Covid-19 has greatly increased the demands on this office, and we would not have been able to meet those needs without the community’s continued support. Hunter and I would like to personally thank you for all you have done to not only support our Holiday Wish Program but for all the support you have provided to this office over the year. It is always difficult to capture exactly what your generosity meant to our recipient families. Even though you could not experience their appreciation firsthand our families wrote notes to express their appreciation and thanks. As is our tradition, we wish to share some of them with you. “Covid has really impacted my family causing family members to have to move in with me. We are trying to survive on my social security. We are rejoicing with the kindness you have showed by sharing and caring. Giving of yourselves to give us a really special Christmas.” “Thanks so much for blessing my family, words cannot express how thankful we are. Because of you my kids are going to have a blessed Christmas.” “I would like to thank Readington Social Services and the generous people who donated items for making this a happy time for me.”

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Whitehouse Rescue Squad Hosts Training

By Nancy Olds The Rescue Services Division of Whitehouse Rescue Squad (WHRS) hosted a training session for members of The Hunterdon County Technical Rescue Task Force and additional Hunterdon County first responders at Solberg Airport in Readington on Oct. 15. First responders from various Hunterdon County agencies, including WHRS, Flemington-Raritan First Aid and Rescue Squad, South Branch Emergency Services, and members of the technical task force attended. Three different sessions were offered with the goal of helping first responders understand issues they

may encounter when responding to incidents involving aircraft. Steve Timko, a member of WHRS who belongs to Blue Sky Aviation Association based at Solberg Airport, put the program together. The Hunterdon County Technical Rescue Task Force (HCTRTF) is a joint effort between the Lambertville Fire Department, Whitehouse Rescue Squad, South Branch Emergency Services, Flemington-Raritan Rescue Squad, MD1 EMS Physicians, and Hunterdon County Emergency Management. More information about the HCTRTF can be First responders train at Solberg Airfound at co.hunterdon.nj.us/911/ port. - Photo courtesy of Jeff Herzog oem/technicalrescue.html.

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Luke Barckholtz and Adam Sinagra, both members of Stanton Troop 1969, have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Luke and Adam received the award in a Court of Honor ceremony held at America’s Grow-a-Row Valley Crest Farm & Preserve on Saturday, Oct. 17. Both scouts were honored to have State Senator Christopher “Kip” Bateman attend and present each scout with the State of New Jersey Senate, General Assembly, and Joint Legislative Resolutions recognizing their achievements. Adam Sinagra started in scouting as a Tiger Scout in Readington Cub Scout Pack 1980 in 2008. For his Eagle Scout Service project, Adam restored a historic cemetery at Whitehouse United Methodist Church. Adam and his fellow scouts fixed cracked and misaligned headstones; cleared overgrowth of plants; cleared headstones to improve legibility; procured and replaced Veteran grave markers; and improved the ledger system. Adam graduated from Hunterdon Central Regional High School in 2020 and is currently studying Environmental Engineering at Temple University. Luke Barckholtz started as a Tiger Scout in Cub Scout Pack 1513 in Fairfax, VA, in 2008. A year later he moved to Readington and joined Cub Scout Pack 1980. For his Eagle Scout project, Luke created a series of healthy recipe tutorials for America’s Grow-a-Row so that those who receive their produce can see how to make healthy breakfast, lunch, snacks, or dinner items with fresh produce. To achieve this goal, Luke planned and led fellow scouts in constructing and filming recipe videos. Luke first constructed a set with lightboxes, then filmed numerous recipes, and edited the videos. These videos

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The Readington News • January 2021

CLASSIFIED ADS Winnewald Day Camp, Clinton Twp., is now hiring for the 2021 summer season. Camp counselors, lifeguards, arts and crafts. Part-time, light maintenance position. Ideal for retirees. Call 908-735-8336 or email winneday@ptd.net.

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HUNTERDON MEDICAL ASSOCIATES AT WHITEHOUSE STATION Hunterdon Medical Associates at Whitehouse Station provides a full range of medical services. Our board certified internal and family medicine physicians and advance practice nurses are specially trained to provide comprehensive health care. We see patients age 13 and older. TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, CALL 908-237-4155. 537 US Highway 22 East (3rd Floor) Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

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