10/27/12 The Raw Union County News Feed

This Just In TO THE UNION COUNTY ROUNDUP NEWSROOM......

• Letter: No agenda _{2012-10-27, 01:46 pm}
  ... Tewksbury and attended the local public schools. He graduated from Voorhees High School in 1992. I grew up in Union County, attended Elizabeth and Roselle Park public schools and went on to graduate from Douglass College, Rutgers University and ...
• Union County: Learn ways to care for aging parents with SAGE Eldercare _{2012-10-27, 12:58 pm}
  ... Service; Holistic Living Services; Alzheimer's and PREP caregiver support groups; Community Education; and Union County Medicare SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program). In addition, SAGE has operated a Furniture Restoration Workshop, run ...
• Potter's Guild Annual Holiday Pottery Festival _{2012-10-27, 10:08 am}
  ... pottersguildnj.org/EventIframe or call Judy Musicant at 908-233-1633. Judy Musicant of Mountainside is one of Union County's ceramic artists. Her work has been featured in many juried shows and won a "Best Ceramics Piece in Show" at a New Jersey ...
• Things to do in Union County for Saturday, Oct. 27 _{2012-10-27, 06:16 am}
  Take a look at some of the best in photographs sent to the Cranford Chronicle during the week of Oct.
• Union County Tournament semifinal preview -- Scotch Plains, Cranford meet for title berth _{2012-10-27, 03:37 am}
  ... its county record for finals appearances? These are the burning questions which will be answered when the 32nd Union County Tournament resumes on Saturday with a semifinal doubleheader scheduled on the turf at Johnson High in Clark. Second-seeded ...
• Union County Tournament semifinal preview -- Westfield, Summit clash in rubber match _{2012-10-27, 03:37 am}
  ... its county record for finals appearances? These are the burning questions which will be answered when the 32nd Union County Tournament resumes on Saturday with a semifinal doubleheader scheduled on the turf at Johnson High in Clark. Second-seeded ...
• Girls volleyball: Roselle Catholic final point at Union County Tournament championship, Oct. 26, 2012 _{2012-10-26, 11:12 pm}
  Roselle Catholic celebrates the final point of the championship after it won the Union County Tournament title by beating Westfield at Kean University in Union.
• Recycle Electronic Equipment and Shred Old Personal Documents in New Providence, Oct. 27_{2012-10-26, 11:11 pm}
  ... will sponsor a recycling event for electronic equipment and unwanted paper documents on Saturday, Oct. 27, so Union County residents can get rid of unwanted computers, televisions and other electronic equipment, and shred old personal documents in a ...
• Scotch Plains Defeats Governor Livingston in Union County Finals _{2012-10-26, 11:06 pm}
  ... Varsity Soccer team defeated Governor Livingston High School 5-2 on Friday evening. The boys made it to the Union County Finals after defeating Elizabeth 1-0 on Sunday. Scotch Plains-Fanwood players, Andrew Leischner, Justin Rodriquez, Brian Rubin, ...
• Scotch Plains/Fanwood Blasts Governor Livingston 5-2 in Union County Final _{2012-10-26, 10:52 pm}
  On the backs of three first half goals, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys varsity soccer team are back-to-back Union County champions.
• Westfield (1) at Roselle Catholic (2), Union County Tournament, Final Round - Girls Volleyball _{2012-10-26, 10:48 pm}
  After dropping the first set to top-seeded Westfield in the Union County Tournament final on Friday, Roselle Catholic was in hot water.
• Gov. Livingston (2) at Scotch Plains (5), Union County Tournament, Final Round - Boys Soccer_{2012-10-26, 10:46 pm}
  Scotch Plains needed only a fraction of a minute to begin cementing who would be Union County champion in 2012.
• Scotch Plains vs. Gov. Livingston Union County Tournament Final Oct 26, 2012. _{2012-10-26, 09:11 pm}
  Andrew Leischner (2) of Scotch Plains celebrates his goal in the opening minute of the game against Gov. Livingston, along with Conor Kelly and James Murphy during the Union County Tournament Final Oct 26, 2012. Saed Hindash/The Star-Ledger
• Springfield Police Blotter _{2012-10-13, 03:00 am}
  ... and a small amount of what was believed to be Cocaine. Parker was further arrested for a warrant issued by the Union County Superior Court for Non-Support. Saint-Louis was released while Parker was turned over to the Union County Sheriff's Office. ...
• Hurricane Sandy: Safety tips in Union County _{2012-10-26, 07:29 pm}
  ... others which will provide real-time updates on the hurricane. With Hurricane Sandy still on track to hit the Union County area by Monday, the Freeholder Board is urging residents to take steps to prepare this weekend. "Union County will be at the ...
• Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Prepares for Hurricane Sandy _{2012-10-26, 07:12 pm}
  As Union County braces for the impact of Hurricane Sandy , Westfield's Volunteer Rescue Squad is preparing for the worst.
• Congressman Lance talks Hurricane Sandy preparedness with Cranford officials _{2012-10-26, 06:29 pm}
  ... said. Prior to the meeting with the congressman, the police chief had attended a session with officials from Union County's Office of Emergency Management. "He gave us an update on the latest projected path of the storm," the mayor said about the ...
• Union County Prepares for Hurricane Sandy _{2012-10-26, 05:48 pm}
  Union County, NJ With Hurricane Sandy still on track to hit the Union County area by Monday, the Freeholder Board is urging residents to take steps to prepare this weekend.
• New Providence, Mountainside Make Preparations for Hurricane Sandy _{2012-10-26, 04:27 pm}
  ... the Mountainside Emergency Management team was going to a meeting in Westfield at 2 p.m. today to meet with the Union County Office of Emergency Management, get an update on the path of the storm and to go over all procedures set in place for when ...
• Hurricane Sandy nears; Union County officials says now is the time to prepare _{2012-10-26, 03:16 pm}
  Union County Division of Emergency Management and other county agencies and municipalities continue to monitor the progress of Hurricane Sandy, as the storm sets its sights on the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.

Union County Board Of Elections

John DeSimone, Chairman
Phone: 908-527-4121 | Fax: 908-527-4127
Address: 271 North Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07207

Marie Oakie, Secretary/Commissioner

Clara T. Harelik, Esq., Commissioner

Mary Ellen Harris, Commissioner

Dennis Scott Kobitz, Administrator
Phone: 908-527-4128 | E-mail: dkobitz@ucnj.org

Joanne Arena, Deputy Administrator

The Union County Board of Elections will persevere to insure that all elections conducted in Union County are within strict compliance with New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 19: Election Laws of The State of New Jersey.

Summary of Services

This Board will continue to guarantee the right of suffrage to all eligible voters in Union County. The right to vote is fundamental. It is the duty of this Board as well as all Federal, State and local governments to promote the exercise of that right. This Board will continue to adhere to all mandates set forth in the National Voter Registration Act, which was signed into law by President Clinton and enacted on January 1, 1995. The purpose of the National Voter Registration Act (Motor Voter Act) was to establish procedures that would increase the number of eligible citizens who would register to vote and to protect the integrity of the electoral process ensuring that accurate voter registration rolls are maintained. This Board will continue to guarantee this right.

For MAIL-IN BALLOT applications, please call .
General registration information 908-527-4121.
Annual election dates (PDF)
Boardworker Bulletin Newsletter (PDF)
For Voter registration information, go to www.njelections.org

Register to Vote: English (PDF)  Spanish (PDF)

Where do I Vote? View the Polling Place Search tool

Mail in Ballots: View the County Clerk’s website

Annual Election Dates: View them on the County Clerk’s website

Boardworker Training Guide: View PDF file

District Board Member Application for Appointment : View PDF file

Union County Engineering, Public Works And Facilities

Joseph Graziano, Director
Phone: 908-789-3694 | Fax: 908-789-3674
Address: 2335 South Avenue, Scotch Plains NJ 07076

The county infrastructure (roads, bridges, traffic controls, etc.) plays an important role in the day to day lives of county residents. We rely on it being in good repair to facilitate the smooth operation of business and commerce, emergency services, and routine travel.

Engineering and Public Works is dedicated to the maintenance and improvement of this vital system. This website is intended to help you gain valuable insight into the county’s efforts and how we can all work together to make Union County a safer and more enjoyable place to live, work and play.

Union County Department of Finance

Bibi Taylor, DirectorPhone: 908-527-4055 | Fax: 908-558-3486
Address: 10 Elizabethtown Plaza Elizabeth, NJ 07207

Jane Samsel, Pensions
Phone: 908-527-4058

Controls Union County’s budget and finances and provides financial services to County government

Union County Human Services

Frank L. Guzzo, Director
Phone: 908-527-4808 | Fax: 908-527-4875
Karen Dinsmore, Assistant Director
Phone: 908-527-4809 | Fax: 908-527-4875

The Union County Department of Human Services (DHS) is the county’s largest government service unit. Its mission is to coordinate and deliver quality, cost effective programs and services that recognize and respond to the quality-of-life needs of residents. Services include job training and placement; supportive housing; nutrition and other safety net services; medical transportation; addiction and other mental health services; programs for at risk youth; services for senior adults and their families; the disabled; HIV/AIDS services; and, veterans services.

Office Of Open Space, Recreation & Historic Preservation Trust Fund

Victoria Durbin Drake, Administrator
Phone: 908-558-2278 | Fax: 908-527-4704
Address: 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth NJ 07207

The mission of the Open Space Trust Fund is to assist in the execution of policy made by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders to conserve open space, provide recreational opportunities, and to preserve historic sites.

When the Trust Fund was created by referendum in November of 2000, the voters of Union County indicated their strong commitment to all three aspects of this initiative: acquisition of open space, expansion of recreational opportunities, and preservation of historic properties in Union County. This office works diligently to assist the Freeholder Board in providing direction in each area, and as a result the residents of this county continue to see ever expanding benefits in all areas.

View the Latest Acquisitions

Union County Department of Parks and Community Renewal

The mission of the Union County Department of Parks and Community Renewal is the promotion and development of the planning and growth of the County of Union, coordinating all aspects of such through the efficient and effective use of financial, operational and administrative resources to proactively address the needs of County residents.
Ronald Zuber, Director
Phone: 908-527-4910          Fax: 908-527-4901
Address: 10 Elizabethtown Plaza Elizabeth, NJ 07207

Union County Department of Public Safety

The employees of the Department of Public Safety are dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the residents of our county. The six divisions of the Department of Public Safety include the County Police, Emergency Management, Health Department, Medical Examiner, Weights and Measures and Consumer Affairs. Each of these departments is working hard to protect the residents of Union County in such diverse areas as criminal investigation, emergency response, health education and surveillance, seat belt education and consumer protection. Please explore the division tabs for more information on each of the specific divisions within the Department of Public Safety. If you would like more information about any of the services provided by the Department Public Safety, please contact the individual divisions or call the Office of the Director of Public Safety at 908-654-9816.
Andrew Moran, Director
Phone: 908-654-9816 | Fax: 908-518-7933
Address: 300 North Avenue East, Westfield, NJ 07090

RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County

Since 1912, RUNNELLS Specialized Hospital of Union County as had a proud history of providing for the changing health care needs of our community. What makes RUNNELLS so special is its incomparable spirit. Guided by experienced administrators totally committed to the success of the programs; a legion of dedicated and supportive staff anxious to serve the needs of the patients; and a sometimes seemingly endless multitude of selfless volunteers whose primary goal is to make RUNNELLS’ residents lives more pleasurable. RUNNELLS is one of Union County Government’s proudest

RUNNELLS is licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health & Senior Services and certified by both Medicare and Medicaid. We are members of the American and the New Jersey Hospital Associations, the Health Care Association of New Jersey, the North Central Ethics Alliance, and the National Network of Libraries of Medicine.

As a result of our excellent reputation, we are equally proud to have affiliations with the a number of renowned institutions and programs.

Main Phone Number: 908-771-5700
Address: 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
E-mail Address: runnells@ucnj.org
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Union County Board Of Taxation

Created by legislature in 1909, Boards of Taxation serve as the supervising taxing authority for their respective counties. County Boards of Taxation are primarily responsible for certifying property tax assessments. In addition, the Board of Taxation is charged with equalization of assessments for the purpose of county taxes, the yearly production of the abstract of ratables, the supervision of the municipal assessors, the certification of municipal tax rates and other various tasks and reports. The Board of Taxation also serves as the venue for real property tax assessment appeals filed by the taxpayer against the municipal assessor.

On behalf of the Commissioners of the Union County Board of Taxation, we invite you to browse our website and search our real property tax related links information.

Commissioners

Peter B. Lijoi, ESQ., President
Melanie Selk
Elizabeth Urquhart

Phone: 908-527-4775 | Fax: 908-527-4774
Address: 271 North Broad St,  Elizabeth, NJ 07207