By Deb Dawson, Special Writer
SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Pay raises for the Police Department were the key matters of business at the Tuesday’s Township Council meeting.
An ordinance outlining raises for members of the Policemen’s Benevolent Association from 2015 through 2018 was unanimously adopted after a public hearing. Members of the union who are still part of the step system will receive no raises during that time. Senior members will receive cost-of-living increases of 2.75 percent per year.
An ordinance outlining raises for supervisory personnel in the Fraternal Order of Police for 2015 through 2018 was unanimously introduced. Members of this union will receive 3 percent cost-of-living increases in 2015 and 2016 and 2 percent increases the remaining two years. The second reading and public hearing for this ordinance will be on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Building.
Also at the meeting, a resolution designating September as Senior Center Month was adopted.
“We have something for everyone — from 55 year olds to 100 year olds,” said Christine Wildemuth, director of the Senior Center. She encouraged residents to check out the center and the Wellness Center, which is co-located there at 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction.
Mayor Frank Gambatese announced the township has received a $10,000 state grant to conduct recreational programs for disabled residents.
Councilman Joe Camarota said the Economic Development Committee is looking for members. Visit the township website for an application at www.sbtnj.net.
He also announced there would be a blood drive to help children battling cancer on Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 3:30 to 7:45 p.m. at The Palace at Somerset Park. The address is 333 Davidson Ave., Somerset.
There will be a Jazz Café for all residents at the Senior Center on Friday, Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. Councilwoman Josephine Hochman stressed this is not just for senior citizens. It is sponsored by the Arts Commission.
