The Villadom Times Weekly Newspaper Online-Sept 8, 2010 Issue

September 8, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 �� hand out free compact fluorescent light bulbs as part of the program to reduce energy costs around the township, the state, and the nation. The distribution is part of the Wyckoff Nifty Fifty program, which aims at establishing a 50 percent recycling taxpayers $85,000 to $100,000 a year. The volunteers will assemble on Sept. 11 at 9 a.m. on the second floor of Wyckoff Town Hall in the conference room to receive light bulbs and distribution instructions. The volunteers, who must be at least 18 years of Wyckoff Sale Days! Sept. 9, 10, 11 The Township of Wyckoff is seeking volunteers to House Ads/Wyckoff 6col x 3/4” 9-8-10----WCC-Banners----Ads by Acct/Villadom rate, a goal which, when achieved, could save Wyckoff age, are urged to register as soon as possible by e-mail at Karen... from Nancy/Janine Volunteers needed to hand out free light bulbs Motorist safety alert: School is open September is the month that schools reopen, and more children are walking and bicycling to and from school. Wyckoff Police Chief Benjamin Fox offers the following safety reminders for motorists: Observe the 25 mph vehicle speed limit in school zones. Be aware that all roads in the Township of Wyckoff have a 25 mph speed limit unless otherwise posted. Observe traffic laws regarding school buses. Never drive past a school bus that has its stop signs displayed or has its lights flashing lights. Be aware that New Jersey Motor Vehicle Laws require that the driver of a vehicle must stop for a pedestrian crossing the roadway. Motorists should always obey the instructions of the school crossing guards. Motorists should always be alert and drive carefully around the township, especially during the hours when children are going to and from school and when crossing guards are in the roadway. wyckoffbooth@wyckoff-nj.com and provide names and addresses. Volunteers who appear on Sept. 11 will receive a brief program orientation and an area assignment to distribute CLF bulbs and Nifty Fifty program information when they travel from door to door delivering the light bulbs. The free light bulbs are provided by Project Porchlight and are compact fluorescent light bulbs, which are major energy savers and last much longer than conventional bulbs, saving haulage fees, landfill space, and electricity. The long-life bulbs will be limited to one bulb per customer. Residents should NOT call Wyckoff Town Hall to request bulbs, but should wait until they are delivered by the volunteers. Other Nifty Fifty tips include leaving grass clippings on lawns as mulch or future compost, keeping lids on garbage cans to avoid wetting down the contents and increasing the haulage and tipping fees, and engaging in composting at home. The township has composters available. A poster reminds motorists to drive carefully. “School crossing guards are dedicated individuals who are on their posts through all weather conditions ensuring the safety of children who walk or bike to school,” Chief Fox said. “With the cooperation of drivers on the roadways and the safety provided by school crossing guards, the Wyckoff Police Department works together to make this community as safe as possible for school children.”              Over 30 Years of   Any Complete Reliable Service   379 Franklin Avenue, Wyckoff Pair of Rx   201-891-1200 Eyeglasses     Coupon must be  No-Line Bifocals  presented at time of Gift Certificates available   purchase.      Felter $35 Opticians OFF �� totaling $2,000.00 or more with this ad. Call for a free consulta�on today. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NEWSPAPER �� 265 Godwin Ave. (7465) 1.866.PINK • Wyckoff 201-891-0232 • wyckoffflorist.com 1.866.PINK (7465) �� Gigantic Sidewalk Sale September 9 • 10 • 11 selected items 630 Wyckoff Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 201-891-8889