By Michael V. Crismali, Correspondent
March is Women’s History Month, and East Windsor Mayor Janice S. Mironov and the town council invited some of Mercer County’s most influential women to be recognized at the March 7 town council meeting., According to Mayor Mironov, these are “some of the women who have advanced themselves to become an important part of our area and our community and made significant contributions politically.”, Mayor Mironov explained why it is so important to continue the discussion about women’s history. She said that there have been tremendous strides made, but inequalities remain not only in the state, but across the nation. The mayor also added that it is critical for those who have the opportunity to be in the public eye to remain cognizant about some of the disparities that remain, such as pay scales and ability to achieve., Proclamations were awarded to the following women, who were in attendance: Council member Denise Daniels joined the East Windsor town council in December 2015, after the death of council member Hector Duke, and was successfully elected this past November. Daniels said “it is important for women to make sure their voice is heard and I am appreciative to have that opportunity”, West Windsor council member Ayesha Hamilton ran for office and was elected in November 2015. She began her term in January 2016 and Mayor Mironov said that she is energetic, bright and highly capable. She has already started to make her mark felt in West Windsor Township., Mercer County Freeholder Ann M. Cannon is also a local resident. She has served both locally and within the county. Mayor Mironov applauded Cannon for always being accessible and an important supporter of East Windsor Township., Another Mercer County Freeholder recognized was Lucylle R.S. Walter. According to Mayor Mironov, Walter is known to be passionate and outspoken about issues important to her. She also stated that this is an important component to have within government., The final woman recognized was Mercer County Surrogate Diane Gerofsky. Mayor Mironov stated that when Gerofsky came into office, an agreement was created to open a satellite office in East Windsor at the Senior Center. This has been very successful and a tremendous convenience for East Windsor residents. Upon receiving her proclamation, Gerofsky said, “I am proud to be an elected woman.”, Mayor Mironov concluded the presentation by saying that it is important for young women to know that politics is an area to consider. If they want to be involved in government, there are people here to support and help them. It is one of the places to make real changes and have a voice within the community.
