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Notice to West Caldwell Residents
Implementation of Salt Brine Anti-Icing Program

December 19, 2011

The Township of West Caldwell’s Department of Public Works will be utilizing a new, state-of-the-art salt brine application process this winter to enhance the control of icing on targeted roadways and walkways. Salt brine will be applied by a Public Works vehicle equipped with a 500-gallon salt brine tank. Initially, the use of this salt brine technology will occur in selected areas for evaluation prior to being deployed Township-wide.  

Salt brine is applied in liquid form, and can be more evenly distributed than traditional road salt.  Pre-treated roads may appear white following application of the brine solution.  After the salt solution is applied, it’s possible for up to three-quarters of an inch of new-fallen snow to melt immediately. The brine may also be applied several hours or days before a predicted winter storm, and can provide anti-icing value by remaining on the pavement for several days.

Some advantages of this new application method are to reduce salt usage and allow for a more effective pre-treatment of roadways before inclement weather arrives.  In addition, the brine can be applied during normal work hours, which reduces the need for overtime.  Traditional road salt application will be necessary at times, and the Department of Public Works continues to have the capability and equipment to handle this.  Salt Brine has been successfully used in many areas in the region to improve safety conditions for motorists and pedestrians and has proven to be very effective in pre-storm planning and treatment.

The Township of West Caldwell is excited to implement this innovative snow and ice control process as part of its ongoing winter maintenance strategy.  West Caldwell’s Department of Public Works will continue to manage snow removal throughout the Township, and expects the addition of salt brine to be a positive enhancement in the overall operation.

TOWNSHIP OF WEST CALDWELL

Final Storm Cleanup Update 12-09-2011

We are pleased to report that as of Tuesday, December 6th, all streets in West Caldwell have been cleared of downed branches following the unusual October snowstorm.  Residents are advised that from this point forward, the Township’s collection of yard waste will return to customary methods.

  • The Township’s leaf compost site is now closed to public use
  • Any yard waste generated by landscapers or tree contractors must be removed from the property by the contractor
  • Residents who do not utilize a landscaper for leaf removal must bag their leaves for recycling and place the bags at the curb on normal collection days
  • It is a violation of local ordinances to pile leaves in the street and it is a violation of local ordinances and state statutes to dump leaves into storm water catch basins
  • Branches can either be cut and placed in garbage cans, or bundled in reasonable sizes no more than four feet in length and placed at the curb on normal collection days

Residents should also be aware that there are still quite a few broken limbs, “hangers”, in tree tops.  The West Caldwell Property Maintenance Ordinance requires that property owners remove dead and or dying limbs or trees from their property.  The West Caldwell Department of Public Works (DPW) has been surveying the town to identify and remove “hangers” from township trees.  If you observe a broken limb or “hanger” that appears to be a danger to vehicular or pedestrian traffic, please report the address to the DPW at 973-226-2300.  A representative of the DPW will investigate to determine if the tree is on township property.
We would like to thank all West Caldwell residents for their assistance and their patience during the cleanup following this extraordinary storm.


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West Caldwell Resident Support Center

The Township of West Caldwell uses a web-based "Resident Support Center" for convenient and efficient access to our Municipal Services. By clicking on the "Resident Support Icon at the top of this page, you can make inquiries, request service, and to search our knowledge base for quick answers to your questions.  At the time you make your first inquiry you will register on our site.  You will then receive an immediate acknowledgement with a tracking number which will allow you to check on the status of your request at any time. Your request is then directed to the appropriate Department for action. If you are unsure which Department can best handle your inquiry just check “All Items” and we will direct the inquiry for you.  The system will also have an area to submit a specific service request such as reporting the location of a pothole or a street light that is out, etc. If you use that feature a dialogue box will come up and ask you to fill in specific information.  One of the other key features of this system is that it eliminates e-mail getting lost among the thousands of spam items we get each week, since your inquiry is processed directly through a dedicated web client.

West Caldwell is a family-oriented suburban municipality of neighbors and friends that provides recreational and educational activities for residents of all ages. Located in western Essex County, West Caldwell consists of 3,382 acres or 5.28 square miles. The population according to the 2000 census is 11,233.

Our municipal building is open from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM on Monday through Friday. The municipal building will be open for extended hours on Monday, November 7th from 4:30 PM until 7:00 PM. As always, we invite inquiries on any subject at any time. Stop in or contact us by phone or e-mail.

Township of West Caldwell
30 Clinton Road
West Caldwell, NJ  07006
Tel. 973-226-2300
Fax: 973-226-2396
E-mail: via
Resident Support Center

 

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KEEPING FOOD SAFE AFTER A NATURAL
DISASTER OR POWER OUTAGE

Food may not be safe to eat during and after an emergency. The West Caldwell Health Department can make specific recommendations regarding the safety of food subject to possible contamination due to a disaster or power outage.

 

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