For 2001, with the advent of Centennial Park, a concert series will be forthcoming. We must not forget their ongoing support of our downtown revitalization. We have a long history of sharing services with our Board of Education, now we are exploring new avenues to share more services and equipment. I must thank Dr. Gordon, school board, administrators, staff, and of course the students for their achievements in academics, athletics, arts and community service. Public safety has always been our first priority.
New providence is still one of the safest communities in New Jersey.
I commend our Police, Rescue, Fire and Emergency Management teams for insuring all our citizens are safe no matter what crisis or tragedy occurs. They are all well trained professionals whose sole purpose is to protect and serve our community. There has been some new equipment purchased and extensive projects that were completed in the year 2000. There are other projects on deck that should be completed in 2001. Downtown Project Drainage Improvement Ethan Drive Paving Maple St, Remainder of Union, and 10 Borough Streets Emergency Generator for Borough Hall Let it be noted that, all of the equipment and projects were funded through grants by the public and private sectors or donations, and by municipal taxes.