The Gazebo in Crane Park was constructed using no tax dollars. It was funded by the generosity of individuals, fund raising projects, corporate and service club donations, grants, etc. It has a brick walkway leading up to it and there are beautiful memorial gardens for he enjoyment of all West Caldwell residents. The Gazebo is a cultural focal point for Township events. The annual Holiday Tree Lighting is held there as well as a summer concert series. For information about committee activities and programs, please contact he Recreation Department at 973-226-3621.

JUVENILE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

West Caldwell has a Juvenile Conference Committee composed of between 6 and 9 volunteers who meet to hear and make recommendations on matters involving alleged juvenile offenders in the Township. The process consists of a meeting in which the offense and other related factors are discussed voluntarily by the juvenile, the parents and/or guardians, and the Committee. The Committee carefully considers this information when making recommendations designed to facilitate the juvenile’s rehabilitation. The Judge then receives the Committee’s recommendations and upon approval they become a court order which is monitored by the JCC. Once all conditions of the court order have been fulfilled, the case is dismissed.

THE BRIDGE, INC.

The purpose of The Bridge, Inc. is to assist in the promotion of the physical, social, mental training and well-being of youths and adults including any person who may be subject to substance abuse. Counseling is always available. The Bridge, Inc. is located at 14 Park Avenue, Caldwell. Their telephone number is 973-228-3000. Their website is www.thebridgenj.org .

THE CALDWELL/WEST CALDWELL ALLIANCE COMMITTEE

The Alliance is a committee established to conduct an assessment of the community’s needs regarding alcohol and other drug problems. The committee has representation from the community including municipal officials, school officials, police, clergy, parents, youth and service clubs. You can contact the Alliance through the Township Municipal Building (973-226-2300).

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

The West Caldwell Police Department presently sponsors a Neighborhood Watch Program which alerts residents to crime problems, provides prevention information and techniques, and establishes a network for reporting suspicious activities. Interested groups should contact the West Caldwell Police department at 973-226-4114.

rev. 10/14/04