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LIGHTNING DETECTION SYSTEM

OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD

131 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07451 (201) 670-5500 EXT. 2380 HTTPS://OEM.RIDGEWOODNJ.NET EMAIL:JKLEIMAN@RIDGEWOODNJ.NET

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LIGHTNING DETECTION SYSTEM

JEREMY P. KLEIMAN

COORDINATOR

The Village of Ridgewood maintains a Lightning Detection System at several athletic fields throughout the village. The system is managed by the Office of Emergency Management (OEM), and governed by the Athletic Fields and Recreational Facilities Use Policy as established by the Department of Parks and Recreation’s Fields Use Committee and the Board of Education.

An effective lightning safety program is dependent on cooperation by field users, as well as properly functioning technology. We realize compliance with the Lightning Detection System will increase once residents and other users of our facilities understand how the system works and what to do when there is a threat of lightning.

OEM and the Fields Use Committee are providing this summary about the Lightning Detection System to educate the public about the system and current policies.

Current Locations With Lightning Detection System

  •   Ridgewood High School/Stevens Field

  •   Veterans Field

  •   Maple Field

  •   Benjamin Franklin Middle School

  •   Somerville School

  •   Hawes School

    Future Locations Not Currently Covered By Lightning Detection System

  •   George Washington Middle School/Citizens’ Field

  •   Habernickel Park

  •   Kenilworth Field

  •   Brookside Field

  •   Glen School

  •   Orchard School

  •   Willard School

  •   Ridge School

Travell School
How the Lightning Detection System Works

  •   Each field is equipped with a rotating amber beacon (flashing light) and a siren.

  •   When the system detects a lightning strike within 10 miles, a text/email alert will be sent to

    anyone registered to receive electronic alerts (see below for more information). Within approximately one minute, the siren will sound for 15 seconds and the amber light will illuminate and rotate. The amber light will remain on for the duration of the alert (the siren will not sound again until the “all clear” signal is sounded).

  •   Once 30 minutes have passed with no lightning detected in the 10 mile area, an “all clear” signal will be broadcast.

o Important: Do not assume it is safe to return to the field after 30 minutes. The system tracks ALL lightning strikes within a 10- mile radius, but only activates after the first strike. There may be multiple consecutive strikes occurring. The system will only sound the “all clear” 30 minutes after the LAST lightning strike. In other words, the “all clear” may sound well beyond 30 minutes from activation. Wait until the “all- clear” signal is given before returning to the field.

  •   The “all clear” signal consists of three 5-second alerts on the siren and the amber light will shut off. The system will also send out an “all clear” text message and email.

  •   The system is active from 8am until 10pm, consistent with the hours the fields are open for use.

  •   The Lightning Detection System is an additional tool to provide warning of potential lightning

    strikes. If the system does not activate but you see lightning or hear thunder, clear the field immediately and seek shelter.

    What to Do When the System is Activated

  •   While the alert is active the field is closed and users should seek immediate shelter. A safe shelter includes any building (grounded or with plumbing) or any vehicle with a metal roof.

  •   Anyone arriving to use a field should check to see if the light is active, especially if it looks like others have left the field.

  •   Encourage others to leave the field and seek immediate shelter.

  •   Wait for the “all clear” signal before returning to the field. Remember: it may take longer than

    30 minutes for the “all clear” to be given.

    Your Obligation to Comply

  •   Rules for complying with the Lightning Detection System are posted at the fields.

  •   All field users have an obligation to comply with the alerts by immediately vacating the field and

    seeking shelter. This includes coaches, parents, referees/umpires. It applies equally to

    organized sports activities as well as casual field users.

  •   The safety of all participants, especially children, is of paramount importance. Lightning kills and

    heeding the alerts could be a matter of life or death.

What to Do at Location with No Lightning Detection System

  •   If you see lightning or hear thunder, clear the field immediately and seek shelter.

  •   Wait 30 minutes from the last lightning strike or sound of thunder before returning to the field.

  •   Use common sense.

     

Notify Us of System Problems

The Village of Ridgewood has a dedicated email address to report problems with the Lightning Detection System. To report a problem or if you believe the system is not functioning properly, please send an email to LDSinfo@ridgewoodnj.net. 

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Animal Control & Licensing

Contact Information:


During business hours and for non-urgent inquiries after hours, weekends and Holidays:

Tyco Animal Control, 201-652-4554, www.tycoanimalcontrol.com

  • Leave a message, they check messages every 20 minutes during business hours


  For urgent  response after Hours, weekends & Holidays:

  •   Ridgewood Police, 201-652-3900 Option 3 then Option 2.

For details regarding:

  • Dog and Cat Licenses
  • 2019 Rabies Statistics
  • Bears
  • Coyotes
  • Rodents

    Regulations regarding Animals can be found in Chapter 105 of The Code of the Village of Ridgewood. Click here for an index that contains links to the code provided by General Code. Be patient there is a pause while the link is locating and activating code.

Dog Licenses

Dog licenses are renewed during the month of June. One and three year licenses are available starting June 1st with a valid rabies certificate.
For 1 year licenses: Rabies Certificate that expires no earlier than May 1st of the following year.
For 3 year licenses: Rabies Certificate that expires no earlier than May 1st of the third year. (Example: a 3 year license purchased in June of 2019 will need a rabies certificate valid through May 1, 2022)

Renewal reminders will be sent via email. An application will be available on the website or in person at the health department. Renewal applications will be mailed upon request by calling 201 670-5500 ext 503. A Late Fee of $20.00 per dog will be assessed after June 30th.

It is the dog owner’s responsibility to renew the dog license when it expires. It is also the dog owner’s responsibility to maintain their pet with a valid rabies vaccination. The health department sends out reminders as a courtesy and to inform residents of our free rabies clinic.

FORMS:
Application for New Dog License
Rabies Exemption Form

LAWS
Village Code Chapter 105: Click here for an index that contains links to the code provided by General Code. Be patient there is a pause while the link is locating and activating code.
NJ Statutes: NJSA 4:19-15.1 et seq (reprint)

WEBSITES
Dog Licenses
Office of Animal Welfare
Rabies FAQ's
What you should know about bats
What you should know about rabies


Cat Licenses

Changes in the cat-licensing ordinance have been made in order to simplify and improve the program. Over the past several years more and more veterinarians have chosen to use the one-year rabies vaccination when vaccinating cats. We have already initiated a rolling license program to enable cat owners to license their cats during the month in which they receive their rabies booster.

In the past, families with multiple cats could take advantage of the reduced fee for licensing only if their cats were all licensed during the same month. This has now changed. The fee to license additional cats during the same calendar year, but different months, will be the reduced fee. Example: If you have one cat due for its license in January, you will pay $11 for an altered license or $14 for an unaltered license. If you have an additional cat and it is due for licensing in May, you will be able to license it during May for the reduced fee of $7 for an altered cat or $10 for an unaltered cat.

Another change affects cats that receive a 3-year rabies booster from their veterinarians. The ordinance states, "If the cat's rabies shot does not expire at any time during any given calendar year, cats are required to be licensed in January of the calendar year." Example: If you licensed a cat in March 2003 and it's rabies expires in March 2006; you will be required to license it for 2004 in January 2004 and for 2005 in January 2005. In 2006 you will be required to license it in March when its rabies expires and a booster is given.

All previously licensed cat owners will be sent a renewal application approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the month their cat license expires. Only one reminder will be sent. The late fee for licensing cats has also increased. The late fee is now $20 per cat. A late fee is charged if the cat is licensed anytime after the month it was due.

New residents, or current owners who obtain an additional cat, may print out an application and submit for licensing.


Regulations regarding Animals can be found in Chapter 105 of The Code of the Village of Ridgewood. Click here for an index that contains links to the code provided by General Code. Be patient there is a pause while the link is locating and activating code.
 
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Vital Statistics

A Vital Statistic is a certified record of a Birth, Death, Marriage or Civil Union which has occurred here in the Village of Ridgewood. The Division of Health has the records of Marriages and Deaths which have occurred here from the year 1950 to the present, and the Birth records from 1951 to present. Civil Union certificates became available in 2007.

The Vital Records that are available at our office are: 

Birth Certificates:           1951 - Present 
Death Certificates:         1950 - Present 
Marriage Licenses:         1950 - Present 
Domestic Partnerships:   July 2004 - Present 

Information on how to obtain a record we no longer have is available on the NJ Dept of Health and Senior Services website.

How to Obtain a Certified Copy of a Vital Statistic containing the parents names (raised seal, original, long form) 

An application for a Vital Statistic record and processing must be completed and sent along with proper ID and payment.The fee for each certified copy of a Marriage or Civil Union Certificate is $20.00 and the fee for a certified copy of a Birth Certificate is $25.00 for the first copy and $20.00 for each additional copy of the same birth certificate ordered at the same time. The fee for the first certified copy of a death certificate will be $25.00 and each additional copy purchased at the same time will be $2.00. Payment by check or money order. Payment should be made to "Village of Ridgewood". Please enclose a self addressed, stamped envelope along with your application. Requests will be expedited as long as all pertinent information, proper ID and correct payment are enclosed. You may also obtain a vital record in person with original identification and payment. 

Requests should be addressed to: 
Ridgewood Health Dept. 
131 N. Maple Ave 
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 

Who may obtain a certified copy of a "Vital Statistic" 

Acceptable Forms of Identification 

How to prove relationship for obtaining Vital Statistic Record 

If requesting a birth certificate for dual citizenship or international adoption. 

Instructions for Correcting a Vital Record 
To correct a vital record you must make an appointment. To schedule an appointment or obtain additional information please call 201-670-5500 ext.5502. 

Instructions for obtaining a Marriage License 
Applications for Marriage Licenses in the Village of Ridgewood are done by appointment only. Appointments must be made at least one (1) week prior to the date of marriage. Please call (201) 670-5500 ext.5502 to schedule an appointment. For additional information click here. 

Civil Unions 
Applications for Civil Unions in the Village of Ridgewood are done by appointment only. Appointments must be made at least one (1) week prior to the date of the ceremony. Please call (201) 670-5500 ext.5502 to schedule an appointment. For additional information click here.

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Ridgewood Arts Council

Ridgewood Arts Council

The mission of the Ridgewood Arts Council is to promote and support the vital part all arts play in enriching our lives, and the lives of our children and community.

Community Arts Calendar The Ridgewood Arts Council offers a “one-stop-shop” community arts calendar which allows Ridgewood organizations to post their arts-related happenings on one site.  Residents can then search for detailed event descriptions by date.  What's going on in Ridgewood this weekend? Simply click on the calendar above to find out!  The more groups post about their theatre, dance, instrumental, voice, literary, culinary and fine arts happenings, the more people will know about them and attend.  Detailed instructions on how to post Ridgewood events can be found by clicking here.

Ridgewood Art at Village Hall The Ridgewood Arts Council is pleased to announce that installation of the breathtaking art display entitled Ridgewood Art at Village is complete and the permanent works are available for community viewing.  The purpose of this installation, which features more than 80 pieces of fine art, photography and sculpture, is to celebrate the breadth of artistic talent among Ridgewood-related artists, past and present.

Becoming an RAC Volunteer Board Member Anyone interested in joining the RAC volunteer board, please email rac@ridgewoodnj.net (subject line: RAC Board Member Info).

Read more: Ridgewood Arts Council

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PRC working

To view individual Property Record Cards you must know the Block,  Lot and Qualifier numbers.  Qualifiers are used primarily with condos.  Most properties in the Village do not have them.  If you do not know the numbers please use the Assessment reocrds tool to look them up.

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