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Woolwich committee reviews police enforcement stats, trail grant and staffing; three firefighters sworn in
Summary
At the April 20 meeting the township administrator, police chief and engineer reported: three career firefighters were sworn in; the police reported Operation Goal Zero results (53 vehicle stops, 32 summonses, one DWI); and the township received a $63,200 LRIG grant for Center Square Walking Trail Phase II. No votes were taken on these items.
The Woolwich Township Committee received routine reports April 20 from the administration, police and engineering staff. Administrator Jim Watson reported that three career firefighters were officially sworn in and are serving; a ceremonial swearing-in had been held the prior Tuesday. The township said it is recruiting for a part-time plumbing inspector and a part-time electrical inspector; those hires will be presented at an upcoming meeting.
Police Chief Daniels summarized enforcement and outreach work: Operation Goal Zero on April 14 resulted in 53 vehicle stops, 32 summonses and one DWI arrest during a six-hour enforcement period. The police also announced the Youth Police Academy (July 27–29) for rising 6th–8th graders from Woolwich, Swedesboro and South Harrison and noted the Police Unity Tour will stop at the municipal building on May 9.
Township Engineer Mark Lodato reported the township was awarded a $63,200 Local Recreational Improvement Grant (LRIG) for Center Square Walking Trail Phase II; design and inspection proposals are being prepared and an easement will be pursued for one privately owned section. When Committeeman Frederick asked whether a change order was expected for field lighting at Locke Avenue Park, the engineer said no change order is anticipated for the lighting contract price. The mayor said she would communicate with sports organizations about lights being left on.
Why it matters: The firefighter hires increase the township’s career staffing and the police enforcement results are relevant to public-safety planning; the LRIG grant advances a local walking-trail project.
