BOROUGH NEWS
Affordable Units Available at 40 South Avenue
Affordable housing units are available in Fanwood at 40 South Avenue, a development with 24 market rate rental units and 4 affordable units located on South Avenue. A random selection will be held for all preliminary applications received on or before 1 pm, Tuesday, August 27, 2024, after ...
Mayor Mahr, Council Hear Presentation on School Bond Referendum
The Borough Council heard a presentation on Monday night on the upcoming bond referendum election by the Board of Education to be held Tuesday, September 17th, from 2 to 8 pm. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Schools Superintendent Dr. Joan Mast and Business Administrator Chris Jones delivered an ...
Reporting Power Outages
Reminder: 911 should only be utilized for emergencies and NOT for general power outages. We are trying to keep the dispatch phone lines as open as possible. Report a Power Outage to PSEG Text OUT to 4PSEG (47734), report it online, through our app or call1-800-436-PSEG (7734).
National Night Out Cancelled
Due to the forecasted weather for tomorrow, August 6, we have regrettably decided to cancel National Night Out. If possible, we will attempt to reschedule it for a date in the future. The safety of our community is our top priority and due to the projected inclement weather, ...
PUBLIC NOTICES
Spotted Lantern Fly is in Fanwood!
There have been numerous sightings of the Spotted Lantern Fly, an invasive species of insect that destroys black walnut trees, grapevines, and other important plants. Residents are advised to kill them on sight. More details in this story from TapInto.net. If you see one, you should also report ...
A message from Mayor Mahr on Sewer Utility Bills
Dear Fanwoodians, This week, I heard many voices of frustration and anger over the sewer utility bills that arrived in our mailboxes. I can assure you, the criticisms, concerns and, in some cases, pure shock over these bills hit home. My own bill increased from $143 to $600. ...
Cooling Center Now Open at Carriage House
A cooling station is available at the Carriage House, Watson Road behind Borough Hall, from 8 AM to 6 PM, now through Saturday. Those who require transportation may call the Fanwood PD non-emergency number, 908-322-5000. Don’t forget to bring any medications.
Recycling TOMORROW for King St. and Pandick Ct.
Due to paving operations on King Street, the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority will pick up recycling tomorrow, August 5, first thing in the morning before paving begins on both King Street and Pandick Court. It’s a good idea to remember to put your recycling out tonight to avoid ...