Message From The Mayor The year 2020 has brought unique challenges to us here

in Logan Township, along with our entire nation and ourneighbors around the world. While adjustments must bemade due to the COVID-19 pandemic, my optimism forLogan Township has not waivered. The response from ourcommunity in the face of this crisis has only strengthenedthe pride I feel in serving as your mayor. Thanks to thediligence and cooperation of our residents, businesscommunity, first responders, and municipal employeeswe can continue moving Logan Township forward whilekeeping health and safety a top priority.

While our Municipal Building remains closed to thepublic in the interest of safety, our municipal operationscontinue to function at full capacity and any businessthat must be conducted in person can still be done viaappointment. We are successfully conducting our Counciland other committee meetings via teleconference, allowingus to conduct the regular business of the Township andstill have full participation from the public.

We recognize that our adjustments cannot be limited tojust our daily municipal operations, but we must also adjustspecial services to meet the new and changing needs of ourcommunity. Thanks to a generous anonymous donation, wewere able to offer all our residents free isolation masks, thefirst municipality in our region to effectively carry out thisprocess. Over the course of two weekends, we distributedmasks via a drive-thru process. The success of this effortwould not have been possible without the work of our FireDepartment, Police Department, Public Works Department,the Logan Elementary/Middle School, as well as the patienceand cooperation of our residents.

The proactive adjustments from our business communityhave been paramount. With nearly 300 different businesses,employing an estimated 15,000 people, we must continue tosupport our local commerce as they make the necessarymodifications to continue their operations and assure thesafety of their employees and patrons.

We also recognize the economic impact of COVID-19could lead to an increase in food insecurity, an issue we haveworked to fight against before the pandemic. Thanks to thededication of our business community and our team ofvolunteers, our Food Assistance Program has been able tomeet the increased needs of our residents. Operating nowvia drive-thru process, we are able to serve our residents ina safe and efficient manner.

The 2020 Budget was introduced at our July CouncilMeeting. Due to careful financial planning, this includesno increase on local municipal taxes. The Logan Townshipgoverning body recognizes that, especially now, it is prudentfor us to continue to provide quality services and programsto our residents without increasing the tax impact.

As always, I, along with Council members Doris Hall,Bernadine Jackson, Christopher Morris and Art Smith, thankyou for your input, your cooperation, your assistance, andyour support. All of you are the reason Logan Township is astandard-bearer in our region. It continues to be an honor toserve the people of Logan Township.

Frank W. Minor – Mayor

LOGANUpdateThe Official Newsletter of the Township of Logan, provided as a service by Logan Township Mayor and Council

LOGANUpdateFALL 2020 • VOL. 19 NO. 1

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Office of the Municipal ClerkLinda Oswald – Municipal ClerkJennifer Holland Pearson – Deputy Clerk

Monday thru Friday • 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.856-467-3424, ext. 2

Though our doors are closed, we are openfor business.

The staff in the Municipal Clerk’s office ishere and ready to serve you.

We are still offering a host of services, whichinclude all sorts of licenses, one of which is thedog license. If you have not renewed for the yearthere is still time. During the pandemic, we willwaive the late fee for your dog license.

Call to schedule an appointment:856-467-3424 option #2 or Linda Oswaldat 856-467-3424 ext. 3002. •

Bureau of FireScott Oatman – Municipal Fire Chief

P.O. Box 314 • Bridgeport, NJ 08014856-467-3626

The Logan Township Bureau of Fire, with theapproval of Mayor and Council hired part-timeemployees for the Bureau of Fire. These employeesfill dual roles as fire inspectors and firefighters.Two fire inspectors/firefighters staff the fireapparatus and conduct fire inspections Mondaythru Friday between 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., whichare the busiest hours for the fire department.These fire inspectors/firefighters fill the gap whenour dedicated volunteer firefighters are unable torespond due to their work schedules. With over900 inspections annually and approximately 415fire calls these fire inspector/firefighters stay busyand fill an essential role within the communityserving the residents, businesses and visitors ofLogan Township.

The fire department is also pleased to announcethe arrival of a new fire engine known as 1811.This fire engine replaced a 28-year-old apparatuswith a more up-to-date, state-of-the-art fire enginewith larger pumping capacity, which is needed forthe large warehouses that we have in our growingtown. The fire engine was delivered in March2020 and was a much needed addition to ourcurrent fleet. •

Logan Township Fire Engine 1811

Our Family. Our Community.Bernandine Jackson – Deputy Mayor

We are a community. Not just neighbors, but more like family.Nearly two years ago, the Mayor recognized a concern that effectsseveral of our residents. With the generous help of several corporatepartners we have been able to offer food assistance to anyone thatcould benefit from it. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented uswith a few obstacles. Due to the Municipal Building being closed tothe public, we had no venue to distribute the food. We also had toreduce our volunteer staff. However, thanks to the Logan TownshipVolunteer Fire Company, Bridgeport Station we have been able tocontinue to offer aid to those in need. A special “thank you” to themembers of the Logan Township Volunteer Fire Company. Everydistribution Monday, from April through July, there were at least adozen volunteers from the fire company there to assist. I would alsolike to recognize members of our reduced staff, Rev. John Adams,Marjorie Andrews, Amy Christian, Theresa Hilditch, E. Jean Johnson,Tangee King-Morton, Fred Myers, Dawn Rhoad, Dr. Rev. CarolynHayes-Simmons and Jared Rollins for their service.

On behalf of Mayor Minor and Council members Hall, Morrisand Smith, I would like to thank all of you!

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Logan Township Police Department

Logan TownshipDepartment of Public Works

Logan TownshipVolunteer Fire Company

THANK YOU!

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Non-Point Source Pollution of Surface WatersEvery town in New Jersey is required to maintain a stormwatermanagement discharge permit. This permit requires theTownship to maintain the stormwater quality that isdischarged into our surface waters.

Non-point source pollutants are the most challenging pollutantsto effectively manage because they do not come from a specificlocation. They come from many sources, stemming fromvarious activities such as agriculture, household lawn care,poorly managed construction sites and road traffic. Non-pointsource pollution is a technical term for stormwater runoffpollution. It occurs when rain falls or snow melts and movesover and through the ground, picking up and carrying awaynatural and manufactured pollutants. These pollutants arethen deposited into lakes, rivers, wetlands, coastal waters,and even our underground sources of drinking water. Today,non-point source pollutants have surpassed point sources ofpollution as the greatest threat to our nation’s water quality.

Some common types of non-point source or stormwater runoffpollutants include:

• Excess fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides fromresidential areas, farms, golf courses, and other manicuredlawn areas such as office parks and ball fields.

• Trash, Grass Clippings, Debris, Oil, Grease, De-icingmaterials (road salt), from roads, parking lots, truckwashing facilities, and industrial sites.

• Sediment from improperly managed construction sitesand eroding stream banks.

• Bacteria and nutrients from geese, livestock, pet wastes,leaking or misconnected sanitary sewer lines, and faultyseptic systems.

Non-point source/stormwater runoff pollution is the greatestchallenge to the environmental health of the waterways ofLogan Township.

You Can Help to Keep our Water Clean: • Recycle used motor oil and anti-freeze

• Reduce fertilizer and pesticide use

• Keep grass clippings and yard wastes away from guttersand storm drains

• Clean up after pets & dispose of their waste in the trashor the toilet

• Maintain trees that soak up rainwater and reduce runoff

• Properly dispose of all paints, solvents and otherhousehold hazardous wastes

For more information on stormwater management visit:www.njstormwater.org

2020 Important Dates To Remember.COLUMBUS DAY, OCTOBER 12: Trash/recyclablesregularly scheduled pick up, but yard waste will bepicked up on Tuesday, October 13.

CHRISTMAS, DECEMBER 25: No bulk pick up.

Yard Waste Collection• During the months of December, January & February,

yard waste will be picked up on the 1st Monday of themonth only.

• During the months of March through November,yard waste will be picked up every Monday. Yard wasteconsists of grass clippings, brush, branches & leaves

• These items should be placed in your green yard wastecan only: brush, bushes & branches must be cut and tiedinto bundles no longer than 4 feet in length and shouldweigh more than fifty pounds. Nothing over twelveinches in diameter will be accepted.

• Leaves may also be placed in biodegradable paper leafbags during the months of October, November andDecember only.

• DO NOT PLACE DIRT IN GREEN CART. DO NOT USEPLASTIC BAGS FOR YARD WASTE.

Tires, Metal and Bulk Collection• Tires will be picked up during the month of March only!

• Metal picked up 1st & 3rd Friday of every month.Only 1 pick up in April & July.

• Bulk picked up 2nd & 4th Friday of every monthOnly 1 pick up in November & December

• TV’s and computer parts are picked up on the2nd Wednesday of every month.

You must call before 12 NOON one day priorto be added to the above lists.

Items must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m.

Any changes in Trash or Recycling will beadvertised in the NEW TOWN PRESS.

For printable Trash/Rec/Yard Waste Schedules,go to Logan Township’s website at:

WWW.LOGAN-TWP.ORG

Department of Public WorksMike Riley – SuperintendentRobert Cureton – Trash & Recycling Supervisor

Monday thru Friday • 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. • 856-467-0859

LOGAN UpdateTownship of Logan125 Main StreetPO Box 314Bridgeport NJ 08014

MAYOR

Frank W. Minor

DEPUTY MAYOR

Bernadine Jackson

COUNCILWOMAN

Doris Hall

COUNCILMAN

Chris Morris

COUNCILMAN

Art Smith

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Logan Township Senior CitizensPat Muhlbaier – President

It has been several months since we were together. You aremissed and cannot wait to welcome you back. In the meantime,continue to stay safe, by following a few simple rules.

∂ Wear a mask. Get creative, design your own mask (face wear).

∑ Wash your hands often. Check-out Pinterest –learn how to make your own hand soap.

∏ Social distance.

π Call someone today and let them know you miss them.

When we can gather again.Come out and be a part ofour group of seniors.

Check the Township’swebsite for information.

www.Logan-Twp.org

Help Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19

Stay 6 feet from others

Wear a mask

Wash your hands o�en

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