CNBNews Archives 2007: Mount Ephraim Crime Watch Program to be Studied
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
CNBNEWS ARCHIVES posted December 11, 2007
By Bill Bates
Andy Gilmore, Director of Public Safety, announced that there has been an interest in re-implementing the Mount Ephraim Crime Watch Program within the Borough. Police Chief Dobleman along with the Mount Ephraim Police Force will be holding their first
meeting on Wednesday, December 19, at 8:00 pm in the borough hall meeting room. Anyone interested in becoming a part of this program is welcomed to attend this first informational meeting. Anyone who is unable to attend, but would like to be involved can contact the police station from 8:30 to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday at 856-931-2225.
An ordinance was read authorizing the acquisition of equipment, improvements to the sewer system, and various roadway improvements; appropriating the sum of $300,000 therefore; authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes, in the aggregate principal amount of up to $285,000; making certain determinations and covenants; and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. A resolution was also read appointing Risk Management Consultants for a three year term.
The Mount Ephraim Fire Department answered 39 calls for the month of November, 449 year-to-date, and conducted 28 drills year-to-date. The Mount Ephraim Police answered 487 calls for the month of November including 6 assault & or burglary, 13 drug offenses, 17 juvenile complaints, 17 motor vehicle accidents, made 32 adult arrests, 4 juvenile arrests (3 for criminal mischief and 1 for curfew), and served 43 out of town warrants. There were 42 emergency medical services calls answered for the month of November.
The Commissioners are working with the Borough Engineer and the Police Department on the possibility of installing road humps and or not allowing non-residential traffic to turn onto side streets during rush hours as numerous complaints have flooded the borough hall regarding traffic coming off of the Black Horse Pike and speeding. One resident spoke out during the public portion of the meeting with several concerns and possible suggestions to the Black Horse Pike and 4th Avenue in front of the WaWa. The Commissioners informed the resident that this was already a problem that they are looking into and will be working with State D.O.T. to see what can be done to the area to make improvements.
Commissioner Gilmore wanted to let the Vilardo Family know that the borough has Emergency Management Coordinator Jason Vilardo in their thoughts and prayers and wishes him a quick recovery. Jay will be out of service for several weeks following surgery.
Commissioner Bruce Greenwald, Director of Public Works, reported 70,000 pounds of recycling was collected for November. Several pot holes were filled in on Thompson Avenue and the borough is looking to make several more repairs in the upcoming year. The Green Avenue Resurfacing Project has started with the replacement of concrete curbs. Third Avenue will be completed once Green Avenue has been completed.
In the wake of severe snow, residents are reminded to park on the odd number side of the street to allow snow plows adequate room to plow the streets.
The Borough Engineer reported that Phase Two of the Kings Highway Street Scape Project, that will be replacing walkways and installing pavers from the Railroad Tracks at Station Avenue down to Green Avenue at 7-11, have been submitted and are currently awaiting approval from the State Department of Transportation. Following approval, the work will commence, weather permitting.
Mayor Joe Wolk reported that he had spoken with Post Office officials and they have now pushed the opening back to early to mid January, 2008. Mayor Wolk on behalf of the borough employees wished everyone a happy and safe holiday season. The next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2008 commencing at 8:00 pm in the borough hall meeting room.