Upcoming Special Events
Recreation Director Denise Brennan has announced that in cooperation with RHS Tennis Coach Len Baylor, they are hosting a "Town Tennis Tournament" for Rutherford residents only on the weekend of August 15-17, 2008. You must register with the Recreation Department by August 10th. There will be 3 divisions each for men and women:
Juniors 11-17; open 18-59 and seniors over 60. Call office for more information.
FARMER'S MARKET - Every Wednesday: June 6 - October 31 -- 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Williams Center Plaza
RUTHERFORD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES -- The Borough of Rutherford's Summer Concert Series consists of six (6) concerts held on Thursdays in Rutherford's Lincoln Park during June and July at 7:30 PM. The concerts attract approximately 250-350 people per night from Rutherford and surrounding communities.
"Block-a-Palooza" Dance – Friday, August 29th - Grades 9-12 - 7:30pm – 11: 00 pm – Memorial Field. Hosted by the Youth Advisory Committee. For more info – rutherfordteens.com
RUTHERFORD LABOR DAY STREET FAIR -- This high profile event is the largest and longest running street fair in New Jersey - attracting over 25,000 people every year - rain or shine. In fact, it's become "the place to be" for politicians to meet their constituents, with everyone from the Governor to US Senators here. This event is annually covered by major network TV stations.
Now in its 33rd year, the Rutherford Labor Day Street Fair is attended by a wide range of key vendors and consumers. Over 150 high-end antiques and collectibles dealers are supported by a cross section of craft vendors, entertainment, a juried art show and fabulous food. It's an all-day festival of shopping and fun, free concerts, where families and more serious buyers linger for many hours. It's the place to be on Labor Day in the New Jersey/New York Metropolitan area.
William Carlos Williams Symposium - September 20 & 21st. For more info go to www.williamcarloswilliams.org
Reel Jersey Film Festival - September 25-28th. For more info go to www.Bergencountyfilmcommission.org
Town-Wide Garage Sale – Saturday, September 27th. Sponsored by RFD Ladies Auxiliary – Registration $10 up until Sept. 10th. Call 201-438-8675 for info.
Recreation's Touch-a-Truck - Sunday, September 28th, 1-3 pm at Memorial Field
OCTOBERFEST -- Welcome Fall with our traditional Oktoberfest celebration. On October 17, 2008 the Williams Plaza, in the heart of downtown Rutherford, will be the site of the 1st Rutherford Oktoberfest. Festival goers will experience a bit of Germany with a beer tasting tent, traditional German music, food, dancing and other entertainment.
SAFE NIGHT OUT- October 30 -- Safe Night Out provides Children in Rutherford with a safe environment to celebrate mischief night, October 30*. Some of the attractions that are sponsored each year are kiddy rides, free food and beverages, carnival games and a dance with a DJ in the Elks Lodge. The Rutherford Fire Department display equipment. Local police departments participate by sending their special units such as horse mounted officers.
All of the activities are free, thanks to the generous support of local businesses and community groups.
HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
The Rutherford Holiday Festival is a joyous kick off to the winter holiday season. Activities in the downtown area will take place on the Friday night & Saturday morning after Thanksgiving.
On Friday Night:
- Caroling by many community groups at the Williams Plaza
- Lighting of the Children's Tree at the Williams Plaza
- The Children's Village with crafts, entertainment & rides
- Photo's with Santa
- Horse & carriage rides throughout the downtown
- A Victorian Tea
- Lighting of creche and caroling at the Presbyterian Church
- Lighting of the Tree at the Library
- The Night Before Christmas reading by Santa
On Saturday Morning:
- The Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade
- The 55 Kip Center Festival of trees and wreaths
----AND, OF COURSE, HOLIDAY SHOPPING & DINING IN THE DOWNTOWN----
Click here to view the Library Program Calendar
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has announced that the Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Remediation, Upgrade & Closure Fund is available to both homeowners and commercial property owners for funding remediation of contamination caused by leaking underground storage tanks and, in some instances, for the proactive removal and replacement of non-leaking storage tanks. For eligibility requirements, please go to http://www.nj.gov/dep/srp/finance/ustfund/ and http://www.njeda.com/ust_funding.asp. Additionally, a Homeowner’s Guide to Cleaning Up Heating Oil Discharges and other useful information is available at http://www.nj.gove/dep/srp/community/homeowner/htm.
Reduced Rates for Rutherford Residents at the Secaucus Pool
The Mayor and Council of the Borough of Rutherford approved an interlocal agreement with the Township of Secaucus that will provide reduced rates for Rutherford residents at the Secaucus Pool. According to Mayor McPherson, "I received an e-mail from a resident, Melissa McHugh, bringing the possibility to my attention and contacted Secaucus about it. Secaucus Mayor Dennis Elwell has always demonstrated a willingness and initiative to share services among the towns in the Meadowlands District and this is a fine example of that. The Secaucus Pool is very popular among Rutherford residents and we are grateful for this cost savings offered to us.
Interlocal rates for Rutherford residents are as follows:
The season runs daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day and weekends through Sept. 21. Hours are: M-F 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat/Sun/Holiday 10 a.m. to 8. p.m.
- Single under 21 - $270
- Single over 21 - $330
- Household of 2 - $492
- Household of 2 plus 1 - $576
- Household of 2 plus 2 - $660
- Household of 2 plus 3 - $744
- Household of 2 plus 4 - $828
- Household of 2 plus 5 - $912
- Household of 2 plus 6 - $996
- Household of 2 plus 7 - $1,080
- Household of 2 plus 8 - $1,164
- Senior Citizen over 62 - $192
- Senior Citizen household of 2 - $270
Rutherford residents can purchase the pass through the Secaucus Recreation Department, 145 Front Street, Secaucus. Telephone 201-330-2076. Residents do need to go to Secaucus to purchase membership.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EOE
PRE-SCHOOL AIDE – The Rutherford Recreation Department seeks an aide for its Preschool program. The successful applicant will have experience teaching Preschool age children in a formal learning environment. Responsibilities include: assisting the pre-school teacher in various daily activities including preparing for and assisting with the administering of lessons and other curriculum related activities; arts & crafts; and snack time. Program hours are, Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, 8:30 a.m. through 1:15 p.m. Tuesday & Thursdays 8:30 a.m. through 11:15 a.m.. Salary commiserate with experience. Send completed application (available from Borough Clerk), resume and letter of interest to Rutherford Recreation Department, 176 Park Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey, 07070.
BOROUGH ADMINISTRATOR- Borough of Rutherford. Population 18,000, 2 sq mile town, 8 miles from Manhattan. Seeking organized, responsive, non-partisan, dedicated professional with high integrity to Serve as the chief administrative officer. The administrator is responsible for the overseeing of a 25M+ budget, about 150 FTE, 50 PTE, 4 Collective bargaining units and 6 departments, including, finance, building & public utilities, recreation, public works, police and volunteer fire. Must have 5+ years' municipal government management experience with excellent oral, written and computer skills, with strong financial management background. It is strongly desired that the candidate also be a certified purchasing agent or be able to attain that certification with minimal course work. Proven ability to obtain and manage grants. Bachelor's Degree required, Master degree in an appropriate discipline preferred.
Experience must demonstrate good project management skills with effective follow up and follow through.
Experience in analyzing and approving processes is desirable. Salary range established by ordinance and negotiable based on experience. Accepting resumes immediately, interviews will begin on, or about, February 19th.
Send resume and cover letter, including salary history and requirements with references to:
Borough of Rutherford, Borough Clerk, 176 Park Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070.
ALTERNATE SCHOOL TRAFFIC GUARDS - Boro of Rutherford Police Department. Daily rate of $54.60. Apply Boro Clerk's Office - 176 Park Avenue, Rutherford. The Borough is an E.O.E.
BUS DRIVER - RUTHERFORD, N.J.-- The Borough of Rutherford is seeking a qualified part-time bus driver to fill in due to illness or vacation. An OMNI-Bus Endorsement is a must. Applications can be picked up at 176 Park Avenue in the Borough Clerk's office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. For more information call 201 460-3037 or go to the Borough Website at Rutherford-nj.com
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