BORO BRIEFS FALL 2019

Autumn 2019
GLASSBORO
NEWSLETTER
LEO J. McCABE (1932 - 2019) | GLASSBORO MAYOR (2002 - 2018)
At age 87 and after 17 years of service to Glassboro, the Borough says a
fond farewell to former Mayor Leo McCabe. After a distinguished career in
both public service and in the private sector, former Mayor Leo McCabe of
Glassboro has passed away on September 22, 2019, surrounded by family.
IN THIS ISSUE:
REMEMBERING FORMER
MAYOR LEO J. MCCABE
We reflect on his accomplishments and
dedication to the the Borough of Glassboro.
TOWN SQUARE FOUNTAIN
Glassboro completes final phase of Town
Square with Public Restroom Facilities and
State-of-the-art Water Feature.
GHS GETS NEW TENNIS COURTS
The Bulldogs Tennis Team will be able to host
tennis matches on state-of-the-art courts.
ROWAN UNIVERSITY
Get up close an personal with Jazz legend
Wynton Marsalis on November 8, 2019
MAYOR JOHN E. WALLACE III
‘Not only was Leo an incredibly humble
man, he was also a civic leader who was a
champion for human rights and civil
harmony. We will be forever in his debt.”
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
It is my sorrowful duty to announce officially the
death of Leo J. McCabe, former mayor of
Glassboro, New Jersey, on September 22, 2019.
Mayor McCabe led a great American life, one that
combined and personified two of our Nation’s
greatest virtues: a dedicated spirit and a
commitment to public service. The Borough of
Glassboro will greatly miss his inspiring example of
leadership.
I still remember as a councilman this really positive
person who in the Borough was considered
“everyone’s mayor”. He had a big heart. I still remember him guiding council to make decisions
that would impact us for years to come. He expressed his empathy for what others were
experiencing and how we could do more to help them. It made a lasting impression on me.
The same determined spirit that motivated
his corporate pursuits as a Mobil Oil
Executive, later inspired him to pursue
public service in 2002. Known along with his
deceased and beloved wife Mary as the
Ambassadors to Glassboro, Leo and Mary
were involved with many organizations
throughout Glassboro, Gloucester County,
and New Jersey. Decades of prosperity
have followed. Through sound judgment,
practical wisdom, and steady leadership,
Leo set a path for what Glassboro is today.
Even with all he accomplished in his lifetime, Leo remained humble. He believed that municipal
government could be the source of our greatness. “Glassboro,” he rightly told us, “is weaved
together by ethnic, religious, social, business, neighborhood, regional and other organizations,
all of them varied, free and unique.” Mayor McCabe recognized that these communities of
people are the true source of Glassboro’s vitality and sustainability.
Not only was he an incredibly humble man, he was also a civic leader who was a champion for
human rights and civil harmony. We will be forever in his debt.
Sincerely,
Mayor John E. Wallace III
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GLASSBORO PROGRESS
Glassboro completes final phase of Town Square with Public Restroom Facilities
and State-of-the-art Water Feature
It has been almost 120 years since the Glassboro Public Fountain was installed between the intersection
of Academy and State Streets. It was placed on July 10, 1900. It was a drinking fountain that doubled as
a lamp post. Since that fountain was placed before the time of automobiles, it faced many dangers as
technology advanced and was relocated on South Academy Street after 21 years and being struck four
times by automobiles. Several years later it mysteriously disappeared, and was never seen again.
The public fountain had a special significance in Glassboro’s past and during the summer of 2019 its long
awaited replacement was installed in anticipation of Glassboro’s 100th Year Anniversary of incorporation
scheduled for 2020. Glassboro was incorporated as a borough on March 18, 1920, replacing Glassboro
Township.
The new triangular fountain features an advanced design with no standing water, 15 individual RGB light
systems with the ability to create endless color combinations, and a jumping water feature. The fountain
can be programmed to produce different light and water shows throughout the days and seasons. The
fountain will be on and performing a variety of functions during events, daytimes during the lunch hour
and evening hours, and on an extended weekend schedule.
"When we approached the design for the Town Square, we took creating a memorable
experience to heart.” said Council President George Cossabone, Sr. “These new features
are not only great additions to the Downtown and the Arts & Entertainment District, but
they also exceed the highest levels of safety and technology.”
Earlier this summer, the Borough completed the building of new public restrooms which include two
separate halls with five toilet receptacles and three wash sinks on each side and include fully ADA
compliant facilities featuring complete accessible design. Fresh filtered drinking water is available through
an exterior water fountain which encourages visitors to refill their reusable water bottles to help reduce
single use plastics. The building’s exterior facade will feature a painted mural which will reflect
Glassboro’s cultural heritage and values including industry, manufacturing, arts, crafts, and the budding
maker movement in South Jersey; nature and environmental preservation; the importance and presence
of racial diversity; business and gender equality; the contributions of Italian Americans to our community;
and a connection to higher education and Glassboro’s future.
Both of these new town square features will fit in nicely with the other amenities which include the
Glassblower Statue, Veteran’s Memorial, Fireman’s Memorial, Art Garden, fire pit, stage area, and rolling
greens of grass all connected to a vibrant Downtown with amazing entertainment and dining options.
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THE GLASSBORO EXPERIENCE
At age 87 and after 17 years of service to Glassboro, the Borough says a fond
farewell to former Mayor Leo McCabe
After a distinguished
career in both public service and in
the private sector, former Mayor Leo McCabe of
Glassboro has passed away, surrounded by family.
A native of Rhode Island, Leo McCabe settled in the
Borough in 1962. He began his service to the people of
Glassboro as a member of the Planning Board in 1964.
He served on the Board of Education from 1973 to 1992,
and as President of the Glassboro Education
Foundation from 1998 to 2001. In 2002, in addition to
helping to found the Boys and Girls Club of Glassboro,
he was sworn in as Mayor.
During his four terms as Glassboro’s Chief Executive, Glassboro has made a dramatic comeback —
going from a Borough in need of redevelopment at the millennium to being recognized as one of the
most livable and sustainable cities anywhere.
From nationally recognized school gardens which educate and
feed thousands of children yearly and the new Town Square, to
the over $400-million, LEED Certified, Boulevard
Redevelopment Project, Mayor McCabe made sustainability the
clear direction for the future of his community.
“Leo McCabe spent 17 years reshaping Glassboro into the city
we know. Even if you didn’t know his name, you saw and experienced the significant ways he made
our Borough better. Leo was integral to the revitalization of downtown Glassboro and successfully led
our Council and all Borough departments to expand Glassboro’s significant regional impact,” said
current Mayor John E. Wallace III. "Not only was he an incredibly humble man, he was also a civic
leader who was a champion for human rights and civil harmony. We will be forever in his debt.”
Leo J. McCabe will be remembered as a Mayor whose vision and energy helped Glassboro evolve.
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GLASSBORO’S ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING
DECEMBER 6, 2019
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
GLASSBORO TOWN SQUARE
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY * PHOTOS WITH SANTA
CARRIAGE RIDES * LIVE MUSIC & DJ
ICE SCULPTING * AND MUCH MORE!
FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING | OPEN TO EVERYONE
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THE GLASSBORO EXPERIENCE
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EAT-IN • TAKE OUT • CATERING
We accept Rowan Bucks,
Dining Dollars & Shop Glassboro
SAMPLE MENU
Appetizers:
Kick balls
Garlic mashed potatoes rolled, battered & deep fried;
tossed in garlic and parmesan cheese. Served with a side
of Homemade Ranch Dressing.
856-243-5519
222 Rowan Blvd
Glassboro, NJ 08028
Free validated parking in garage
Detention Sticks
Mozzarella sticks tossed in our Detention Spice Mix &
served with a side of marinara sauce.
Salads:
Alumni Grill Signature Salad
Grilled filet tip over a bed of baby spinach & romaine lettuce,
avocado, tomato, roasted red peppers, onions, crumbled bleu
cheese & a side of Homemade Ranch Dressing.
Wraps:
Wild Ocean
Fried chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, American
cheese, Homemade Honey Jalapeño Sauce & hot sauce.
Panini:
Mathlete
Homemade black bean patty, avocado, tomato, onion, roasted
red peppers, cheddar cheese & Chile garlic sauce.
Specialty steaks:
Jekyll & Hyde cheesesteak®
Delivery and online ordering available at
WWW.ALUMNIGRILL.COM
1/2 beef & 1/2 chicken steak with applewood smoked bacon,
provolone cheese & our Homemade Jekyll Sauce.
Handmade burgers:
Black & Tan
Applewood smoked bacon crusted, blackened & topped with
pepper jack cheese & Cajun spiced frizzled onions.
Gluten free menu, vegan &
vegetarian options
available
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THE GLASSBORO EXPERIENCE
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TIPS AND SCHEDULES
LEAF COLLECTION 2018
Week of October 14 – East of Main St.
Week of October 22 – West of Main St
Week of October 28 – East of Main St.
Week of November 4 – West of Main St.
Week of November 11– East of Main St.
Week of November 18 – West of Main St.
Week of November 25 – East of Main St.
Week of December 2 – West of Main St
Week of December 9 – East of Main St
Week of December 16 – West of Main St
• Rake your leaves loose to the curb line.
• Leaves shall be free of any sticks, rocks, stones,
trash, brush and other debris that could damage
or clog the Leaf Vacuuming machines.
• Keep leaves at least 10 feet away from storm
drains.
• Inclement weather does affect leaf collection.
• Glassboro is not responsible for damage to
obstructions in the street.
Leaves may be placed in biodegradable paper
bags or yard debris containers. Biodegradable
bags on sale at Borough Hall. $2 for 5 bags.
HOUSE ADDRESS NUMBERS
As per Property Maintenance Code Section 304.3,
all buildings and dwellings shall have approved
address numbers placed in a position visible from
the street or road and that contrasts with their
background. These number shall be a minimum of
4 inches in height. Please help us help you in the
event of an emergency so that your property is
identifiable.
SNOW REMOVAL
To assist the Highway Department with snow removal
from all municipal dedicated streets, roadways, and culde-sacs,
all parked cars and obstructions shall be
removed from the street for up to 12 hours during and
after a storm.
• When shoveling out of a driveway, snow should be
placed to the right side (if looking at the street from
house) of your driveway.
• If using a snow blower, do not blow snow back out
into the street as hazardous conditions can arise.
• Primary streets plowed first, followed by the
secondary streets and cul-de-sacs last due to time
involved and use of other equipment.
• Plows get as close to the curb as possible.
• Please clear the area around your mailbox as the
Mail carriers will not deliver the mail if they can not
reach your mailbox. Residents and Businesses with
corner properties are required to clear the ADA
accessibility ramps.
• Glassboro is not responsible for damage to
obstructions in the street.
• Property owners abutting public highways, roads,
and/or streets of Glassboro are required to remove
any snow and ice up from the sidewalks in front of
their property.
Less than 4” of snow: 48 hours of any snowfall
4-10” of snow: within 72 hours
10” + of snow: within 120 hours
If your property is a bus stop or a direct means to
and from bus stops or schools, please clear the
sidewalks as soon as possible. The cleared pathway
should be no less than 36 inches in width.
VACANT OR ABANDONED PROPERTY
If you are aware of any properties that are either vacant or abandoned please contact the Code
Office at: (856) 881-9230 ext. 88140 | communityconcerns@glassboro.org.
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2019 HOLIDAY TRASH & RECYCLE
ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, November 5: normal trash collection
VETERANS DAY
Monday, November 11: No Monday recycling.
Collections throughout the week.
THANKSGIVING DAY & DAY AFTER
Thursday, November 28: collections on Friday,
November 29. Friday collections rescheduled to
Monday, November 26.
BUYING OR SELLING A HOME IN
GLASSBORO?
A Continued Certificate of Occupancy (CCO) or Transfer
of Title is required for all houses sold or purchased in
Glassboro before you go to settlement. The forms can
be found at glassboro.org/health-housing.
Construction permits issued for the said property will
be verified at the time of the inspection to make sure
they were closed out. To check for open permits prior
to selling call the Construction Office at (856) 881-9230
ext. 88350
CHRISTMAS DAY
Celebrated Wednesday, December 25. Trash and
recycling to be collected throughout rest of the week.
NEW YEARS DAY 2020
Celebrated Monday, January 1, 2020. Recycling to be
collected throughout the rest of the week.
FULL INFO: glassboro.org/highway-department
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GLASSBORO, NJ 08028
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GOOD NEIGHBOR MEETINGS
Rowan University and Borough Representatives are available in this helpful community listening
forum. Topics range from students, street parking, neighborhood ordinances, and much more.
2019 DATES: October 30 2020 DATES: January 22 | March 11 | September 23 | November 4
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THE BOROUGH OF GLASSBORO & THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TEAM UP TO
BUILD EIGHT NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART TENNIS COURTS
During the month of October, the Glassboro
High School Bulldogs tennis team will get
eight new completely renovated tennis courts
using state-of-the-art modular materials that
provide safety, durability, and are designed to
enhance the performance of athletes. The
modular court surface is custom colored with
GHS Bulldogs colors and has a 15-year
warranty compared to traditional outdoor
courts which need to be resurfaced every few
years. The deteriorated asphalt foundation
will be completely milled and re-leveled and
there will be new fencing surrounding the
courts.
“We are very excited to see these new tennis courts. It is a pleasure to work with the
Board of Education to meet the recreational needs of students and residents. I’m
excited to see the Bulldogs host their first home matches in a very long time.” Said
Councilwoman Daniele Brida Spence. “Tennis courts are a part of the high school
athletic program and are in high demand after hours by our community recreational
players. Many of this year’s initiatives are aimed at promoting the health and
wellness of our residents and tennis is a lifelong sport for its enthusiasts. We are
thrilled to restore the tennis courts for our community.”
The entire project was bid out and will cost $200,000. Glassboro’s Highway and Parks and Recreation
Departments teamed up to do the installation and all of the foundation work resulting in a 30% labor cost
reduction.
It’s no secret that tennis is one of the greatest sports out there. It requires endurance and concentration, but
tennis is also a lot of fun and the social aspect is unparalleled. Summer of 2020 will see community tennis
programs available for anyone wanting to learn the basics of how to play tennis. To learn more visit
glassboro.org/parks-recreation
GLASSBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT GAINS NATIONAL ATTENTION
AS A ROWAN UNIVERSITY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
Glassboro School District has gained national attention. The National Association for Professional
Development Schools (NAPDS) selected the district as a destination for a pre-conference visit ahead of
the organization’s February 12-16, 2020, national conference in Atlantic City. Pre-conference participants
will travel to Glassboro schools to observe the four pillars of PDS work in action: 1) enhancing Pre-K -12
student achievement, 2) providing Pre-K - 12 faculty and staff with professional development related to
school needs, 3) helping Rowan University clinical interns develop professionally, and 4) creating and
implementing school research under the guidance of a university faculty member. All five schools in
Glassboro School District are now Rowan University PDSs, making Glassboro a Professional
Development District (PDD). To learn more visit gpsd.us/glassborops
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W Y N T O N
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CLERK’S CORNER
• General Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019
• To vote in election, register by Oct. 15, 2019
• Polls open 6 AM - 8 PM
• Voting location on Sample ballot next to name
For additional information contact the Municipal Clerk at
(856) 881-9230 x88144 or Gloucester County Elections at
(856) 384-4500.
Registrar of Vital Statistics
Registrar of Vital Statistics is available through the
Borough Clerk’s office for birth, marriage, and death
services. For questions please call (856) 881-9230
x88199 or email KMcleer@glassboro.org.
Pet License/Renewal Fee due annually and is
ongoing for new pets.
• Spayed/Neutered Dogs & Cats $12
• Non-Spayed/Neutered Dogs & Cats $15
• Late fee after March 31: $10
• Late Fee after June 30: $25 per animal
For questions call (856) 881-9230 x88197 or email
TJohnson@glassboro.org
To purchase pet licenses by mail, make checks
payable to Borough of Glassboro and separate
checks for dogs and cats. Include updated Rabies
Certificate and proof of spay/neuter.
No pets are permitted in Borough Hall
Council Meeting schedules at glassboro.org/
government or call (856) 881-9230 x88905
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Want to earn cash just for shopping? Over
20 merchants in Glassboro accept the Shop
Glassboro Card which resulted on over
$60,000 in rebates in 2018. Pick up your
free card at your local Investors Bank in
Glassboro.
Whenever Glassboro homeowners make
purchases from participating businesses
using their Shop Glassboro Card, they will
receive credits toward their residential
property tax bill. Renters, out-of-towners,
Rowan University employees and students
who use the card will be issued rebate
checks.
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St. Thomas’
Episcopal Church
Saturday 5:30pm
Sunday 8am & 10am
We celebrate diversity!
(856) 881-9144
212 North Main Street
http://www.stthomasglassboro.org
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Borough of Glassboro
1 South Main Street
Glassboro, NJ 08028
GLASSBORO.org
PLACEHOLDER FOR PRINTER
BOROUGH DEPARTMENTS
Main Number (856) 881-9230
Board of Health ext: 88140
Business/Economic Dev ext: 88320
Construction Office ext: 88310
Court Office ext: 88119 or 88120
Pet Licences ext: 88198
Election Info ext: 88116
Fire Department Office ext: 88702
Mayor’s Office ext: 88155
Neighborhood Watch ext: 88156
Overgrown Weeds/Grass ext: 88140
Planning Board ext: 88311
Police Reception Desk ext: 88112
Tax Office ext: 88902
Vital Statistics ext: 88199
Water & Sewer Billing ext: 88902
Zoning Board of Adjustment ext: 88310
SERVICES
Board of Education (856) 652-2700
Broken Street Light (800) 833-7476
Bus Schedule: NJ Transit (800) 772-2222
Highway Department (856) 881-8422
Mosquito Control 307-6400
Library 881-0001
Park & Recreation 881-1515
Electric Power Out (800) 833-7476
Rowan University 256-4000
Samaritan Center 863-9030
Senior Citizens Center 881-8504
Stray Animals 881-2828
Tax Assessor 307-6445
Water & Sewer Treatment 863-3612
Borough of Glassboro
1 South Main Street
Glassboro, NJ 08028
MAYOR
John E. Wallace III
COUNCIL
George Cossabone, President
Joseph D’Alessandro
Ed Malandro
Anna Miller
Andrew Halter
Daniele Brida Spence
ACTING ADMINISTRATOR
Clark Pierpont
PARKING PERMIT ZONES
PARKING PERMIT ZONES
Streets listed require parking by permit for Borough residents use only and Borough rental
properties only. Vehicles with Rowan University permits are not allowed.
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= Denotes 24 hour permit requirement = Denotes 11p-6a permit requirement