The Delran Mayor’s Newsletter – October 2025
Welcome to October!
As we step into leaf raking season, please remember to check the Township’s Leaf Collection Schedule on our website: https://www.delrantownship.org.
Welcoming K-9 Ron
We are excited to introduce Ron, the newest member of the Delran Police Department. Ron began his journey as a rescue dog and, after extensive training, now serves as a narcotics detection and community policing canine. You’ll see him at events and around town—he’s already eager to be part of our community.
Community Activities
September Highlights
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Community Engagement Day was a success—we plan to make it an annual tradition.
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Senior Expo was well-attended, offering valuable resources for seniors. Thank you Councilwoman Apeadu.
October Events
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Green Team Halloween Costume Shop – October 4, 10 AM–1 PM, Municipal Building.
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Green Team Night Hike and Bonfire – October 4, 7 PM, Lake Lonnie.
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Fall Fest – October 19, 2–6 PM, Holy Cross Academy. Activities include a live DJ, pumpkin decorating, “Tent-or-Treat” (2–3:30 PM), craft fair, pie-eating contest, and cornhole.
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Community Clean Up Days for Delran Residents – Public Works Yard, October 15th–17th (7 AM–7 PM) and October 18th (7 AM–5 PM).
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Paper Shredding Event for Delran Residents – Delran Municipal Building Parking Lot, Saturday, October 18th (8 AM–11 AM).
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Rabies Clinic – November 1st, 1–3 PM.
Projects & Progress
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2025 Road Program – Will be awarded at the October 14th Public Meeting. Area-specific meetings and mailings will notify affected residents.
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Vermes Soccer Field – Pre-construction begins in October; lighting work starts in December.
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Leon Avenue Sewer Pipe Replacement – Pipe replacement portion of the project is expected to be completed in early Cleanup of construction material associated with pipe improvements is to be completed. The contractor is sampling Swedes Lake to ensure no environmental impact from the sewage overflow from 9/23/25.
E-Bike Safety
The Township Council is addressing concerns about e-bike use with proposed rules:
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Mandatory helmets for riders
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No riding on sidewalks, in parks, or on walking trails
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Speed limit of 20 mph
Progress in My First 9 Months
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Transparency – Zoning and Planning Board meetings are now livestreamed on the Delran Township YouTube
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Protecting Property Rights – We’ve avoided adding new residential restrictions through discussion and community involvement.
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Expanded Expertise – A Special Projects Engineer has been appointed, giving Delran two engineering firms for flexibility and efficiency.
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Improved Communication – The Mayor’s Newsletter, first shared on social media in March, will now also be published in the Delran Sun and available at the Municipal Building.
Staying Connected
I serve all residents of Delran and your input matters. Please reach out with your thoughts, concerns, and ideas.
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Call me at 856-495-1248
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Meet me at the Municipal Building (Mon–Fri, by appointment)