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Township announces rabies clinic, Arbor Day events and new state fire-code restriction on mulch; no early voting location for June primary
Summary
Town officials announced a rabies clinic on April 24, the Arbor Day celebration on April 26, and a change to the state Uniform Fire Code prohibiting certain combustible landscape materials within 18 inches of buildings; the township said it will not have an early voting location for the June primary and is seeking one for November.
Town officials used the April 21 council meeting to publicize upcoming public-service events and a state code change affecting landscaping near buildings.
Marlena (administration staff, last name not specified) said the Health Department will host a rabies clinic on Thursday, April 24, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Princeton Junction Firehouse, 245 Clarksville Road. "Each animal must be registered separately," Marlena said, adding that dogs must be on a secure leash no longer than six feet and cats must be in a suitable carrier. Retractable leashes and improvised carriers such as purses or pillowcases are not allowed.
The West Windsor Shade Tree Commission will present an Arbor Day celebration titled "What the Trees See" on Saturday, April 26, at the Ron Rogers Arboretum; the council also noted the township's long-standing Tree City USA status and a K–8 art contest with winners to be announced.
Administration relayed an update from the West Windsor Fire Marshal about a change to the state Uniform Fire Code: the code now prohibits the use of certain landscape materials, including wood mulch, within 18 inches of buildings and structures such as decks. The presenter said the restriction applies to all buildings except one- and two-family owner-occupied homes, but it does apply to single-family rental properties.
Mayor Andrea (last name not specified) and municipal clerk Allison also provided election-related reminders: the date of the primary election is June 10, 2025, vote-by-mail ballots were being sent to permanent mail voters, and the township's secure ballot drop box is available until 8 p.m. on primary election day. The mayor said West Windsor will not have an early voting location for the June primary but that the township is working with county officials to secure a site for the November election.
Why it matters: The announcements affect resident services (animal vaccinations), volunteer and community events (Arbor Day), public-safety compliance (landscape material restrictions), and voting access (no early voting in June). Residents should consult the township website for registration links and details.
