In response to our request to allow more street parking in the Valley, the Township developed a traffic circulation and parking regulation plan for the following streets between Rollinson Street and Valley Road/Kingsley Streets:

· Pillot Place
· Quinby Place
· Riggs Place
· Swaine Place

A neighborhood meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 7 pm in the gym at Hazel Avenue School, to present, discuss, and answer questions about the plan.

For more information about the plan, read the notice from Mayor Parisi: Proposed Parking & Traffic Regulations to Allow More Street Parking (PDF)

• West Orange Police have released surveillance video of a man breaking into a business on Main Street – this information was carried by our local newspapers and TV news stations late last week. Read the WOPD Press Release
• Video surveillance cameras will soon be installed in targeted areas throughout the Township. Read the Mayor’s Press Release

Please join us on Monday, November 26th for a general meeting of the Valley Community Watch and Civic Association.

Valley Community Watch Meeting with the Mayor
Monday, November 26th at 7:30 pm
Hazel Avenue School gym

Mayor Parisi will be attending a special VCW meeting on Monday,  November26th, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Hazel Avenue School. He will be addressing the recent activity in Town over the past several months and what initiatives they are taking to address it.

Please take the time to join us!

In light of the anticipated inclement weather conditions and to ensure the safety of our members, the Valley Community Watch meeting scheduled for Monday, October 29th will be postponed until next week or as soon as the Mayor is available. We will follow-up with a new meeting date as soon as one is available.

Stay safe and look out for your neighbors.

Please join us on Monday, October 29th for a general meeting of the Valley Community Watch and Civic Association.

Valley Community Watch Meeting with the Mayor
Monday, October 29th at 7:30 pm
Hazel Avenue School gym

Mayor Parisi will be attending a special VCW meeting on Monday October 29, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Hazel Avenue School. He will be addressing the recent activity in Town over the past several months and what initiatives they are taking to address it.

Please take the time to join us!

We were advised by the WO Police Department about two home burglaries in the Valley:

• There was an attempted Burglary at 25 Hazel Avenue on April 30 at 9:35am. Two arrests were made: One 18 year old male and one juvenile.
• Another burglary occurred at 12 Oxford Terrace on April 30 between 9am and 12:55pm. The point of entry was a broken pane of glass on the front door. The door was unlocked through the broken pane and entry gained. Jewelry and possibly baseball cards were taken from the house. No arrest has been made and no further information is available at this time.

This information was provided by Sergeant John Morella, Community Services Unit Supervisor, WO Police Department. If you have additional information or questions, he can be reached at: (973) 325-4038

The Hazel Avenue School PTA is hosting their annual Plant Sale Event. All plants come directly from the grower. Prices will be comparable to local grocery and garden center prices. Consider supporting the school and beautifying your home.

Thursday, May 3th
3:00 – 5:00PM

Friday, May 4th
8:00 – 9:00AM & 3:00 – 5:00PM

The sale will have the most popular requested plants: flats of flowering annuals (begonia, impatiens, marigolds and petunias), vegetable flats, large geranium patio pots, herb pots, 4.5″ potted plants, gallon tomatoes and hanging baskets.

Proceeds from this year’s Spring Plant will help purchase a secure garden shed. The shed will be the home for a class set of garden tools, adult sized tools, hoses and supplies.

See their website for more details: Hazel Avenue School Rainbow Garden.

Illusionist Scott Drukker is bringing his wonderful magic show to Luna Stage! The show features live animals, lots of audience participation, and guaranteed fun for the whole family. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Two Shows Only!
Saturday May 5th at 11am and 2pm
Tickets: $10

Get tickets by phone (973) 395-5551, at lunastage.org or at the box office.
Luna Stage is located at 555 Valley Road.

THE PRESUMPTION OF GUILT: Race, Class, and Crime In America
Winner of the 2011 New York International Film Festival Award for Best Social Documentary

Directed by award-winning director Hafiz Farid and co-written by Mr. Farid and Shelley Grodner Seidenstein, the film is based on the best-selling book, The Presumption of Guilt by Charles J. Ogeltree. The screening will be followed by a discussion moderated by the film’s director and co-writer, Hafiz Farid.

Monday, April 23 at 7pm
Tickets: $10

Get tickets at lunastage.org, by phone (973) 395-5551 or at the box office.
Luna Stage is located at 555 Valley Road.

Please join us on Monday, April 16th for a general meeting of the Valley Community Watch and Civic Association.

Hazel Ave. School gym
7:30PM

On the agenda for the meeting:

• Mayor Parisi will give us an update on what’s been going on in town and in our neighborhood and will answer any questions you may have.
• Parking Changes in the Neighborhood during Luna Stage performances