The council meeting of Tuesday, May 25th generated an audience of over 150 residents, most of whom attended to discuss the proposed changes in the alignment of River Road. Captain Ivone of the Piscataway police department and Fire Commissioner Paul Snyder expressed the same views of the all democratic mayor and governing body in their presentation of the proposed widening of several intersections on historic River Road, stressing the need for improved fire signalization. 
 
The majority of those in attendance agreed that safety measures are paramount considerations. However, River Road neighbors disagreed with the mayor and council's plan to widen any portion of the historic roadway, a plan which also includes installing sidewalks in selected areas of the roadway. They reminded the governing body that a final engineering plan has not been made public, nor any substantive proof offered to support the notion that fewer accidents would occur on the roadway should these "improvements" take place.  The focus, it was stated, should be on the completion of the Rt #18 extension  which is designed to eliminate truck traffic and generally reduce the flow of vehicles on River Road .  It could then be determined what, if any changes are needed to improve safety measures.
 
Following the meeting area residents commented that it is simply asphalt looking for more reason to cover the landscape.  

An overview of the proposed YMCA was presented at the council meeting on Tuesday, May 25th. Limited discussion was held and little comment from those of the public in attendance. Money to fund the project is being sought and there is still no assurance from the mayor and council that this will be a tax-free benefit to the town.

Our Booth Was Busy!
The Piscataway Republican Organization would like to thank the over 500 people who stopped by our booth to chat with candidates, sign up as volunteers, and enter our "Elephant Seeds" contest. Congratulations to Piscataway resident Clarizza Ablaza for correctly guessing 1,009 "seeds". She won a portable DVD Player. We enjoyed meeting and greeting old friends and new supporters.

The Regular PRO Meeting will take place on Thursday, May 13, at the Spain Inn. The meeting
begins promptly at 8pm.

We look forward to your attendance and encourage you to come early and dine at the Spain Inn. Please let Barbara Kossyk know if you cannot attend at 732-356-6438 or PRO_secretary@juno.com. 

The Township Council's Agenda meeting on May 11 will be held at the Arbor Elementary School. The meeting begins at 8pm.

We encourage all residents to attend.

Come visit the Piscataway Republican Organization this Saturday, May 8, for the Piscataway Township Street Fair. All candidates are welcome to stop by. We have a special guest appearing, as well as a chance to win a portable DVD player (just guess the correct number of "elephant seeds").

A major subdivision of 37 single family lots on New Brunswick Avenue is scheduled to be heard before the planning board sometime this month.  Interested persons should call the Piscataway planning division for date and time. (732) 562-6560/6570.