South Orange Weekly Digest

Vol.273  March 14, 2024

Welcome to the South Orange Weekly Digest!

The South Orange Weekly Digest gives you all the information you need to stay connected to your community, right here at your fingertips. Below you'll find updates about all the important and fun events happening this week in South Orange.


WHM 2024

The EmpowerHer Music Series is a celebration of female creativity and artistry. With each performance, we aim to create a space that amplifies the voices of women, fostering connections and inspiration among artists and patrons alike.

  • Thursday, March 7, 7-9pm: Village Hall Restaurant featuring The Kate Baker Trio (Jazz, Brazilian & Originals)
  • Thursday, March 14, 7-9pm: Papillon featuring Valarie Adams (R&B, Jazz, Soul)
  • Thursday, March 21, 7-9pm: Toro Loco featuring Viva Flamenco (Latin, Flamenco)

Unsung Sheroes

In honor of Women’s History Month, bring your girlfriends, families, coworkers, and community together for this reception and networking event in The Loft!  Join us, the South Orange Village, and Maplewood Township for this evening of food, fun, and community, as we shine the spotlight on women and celebrate those in our community for outstanding contributions and achievements in their fields and beyond. Unsung Sheroes is a free event held on March 20 at 7 PM at SOPAC. Advanced registration is required.

Unsung Sheroes 2024
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Free COVID Test Kits

Before you travel for Spring Break, pick up free COVID test kits for you and your family while supplies are available. 
Come by South Orange Town Hall at 76 South Orange Ave suite 302, Monday to Friday, from 9 am- 4 pm or schedule a pick up by contacting Gustavo Guerrero at:
gguerrero@southorange.org

SOMA 2 Towns Updates

Tax Prep Help; Tues & Thurs Feb-Mar 9am-1pm
AARP will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Skatehouse for tax prep assistance.

SOMA 2 Towns
e-waste day

Public Works Events
Metal Pickup: Tuesday, March 19
DPW will pickup metal recyclables for residents who have prescheduled and paid for this service. There is 6 item limit for this pickup. Metal Pickup Form
Household Bulk Pickup: Thursday, March 21
DPW will collect household bulk items with the exception of metal and electronics for residents who have prescheduled and paid for this service. There is 6 item limit for this pickup. Bulk Pickup Form
Electronic Waste Event- On Saturday, March 16 from 8 AM until noon, South Orange and Maplewood residents are welcome to access the recycling facility at 300 Walton Ave to dispose of e-waste (electronic) items. Accepted items can be found here.
For more information, please contact the Public Works Department at 973-378-7741 x1.

ATTEND A VILLAGE MEETING

Want to get more involved in your community? Attend a meeting. You will get a first-hand look at all the ins and outs of our town, and it is a great way to participate and make a difference. Please note that meetings are subject to change with short notice. Refer to our events calendar (select ALL calendars) for up-to-date information.

  • Community Relations Committee Meeting on Monday, March 18 at 7 PM
  • Walk, Bike, Ride South Orange Committee Meeting on Monday, March 18 at 8 PM
  • SO Senior Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 5 PM
  • SO Parking Authority Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 7 PM
  • South Orange Library Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30 PM
  • South Orange Downtown Board Meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 8:30 AM
  • Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 PM
  • SO Environmental Commission Meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 PM

BOT Hot Topics
Ordinances for 2nd Reading on 3/25:

  • 2024-03 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending and Restating the Township of South Orange Village Code Chapter 157 – Fire Prevention in Its Entirety and Amending Township of South Orange Village Code Chapter 143 – Fees, Section 143-10 – Fire Prevention
  • 2024-04 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending Chapter 351, Section 7 Regarding Failure to Provide Access to Replace Water Meters and Chapter 351, Section 12 Regarding Location of Meters
  • 2024-05 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending Chapter 351, Section 15(A) Regarding the Township of South Orange Village Water System as It Concerns the Cost of Water

Ordinances for 2nd Reading/Adoption on 4/08:

  • 2024-06 [INTRO] Ordinance amending and restating the Village Code Chapter 143 Fees for Returned Checks
  • 2024-07 [INTRO] Ordinance to exceed the municipal budget appropriation limits and to establish a Cap Bank
  • 2024-08 [INTRO] Bond Ordinance providing for various Capital Improvements appropriating $8,132,327 and issuance of $4,770,250
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