Supplementalreportwithaddons 2

practice booklets, a discarded book, leftover promotional flyers and an old mannequin. Lastly, Brianna Counsellor, David Salazar, Logan Sakir and Benedetto Russo were recognized for winning first place and a scholarship for their Species on the Edge 2.0 high school learning challenge entry about the black skimmer, a distinctive coastal waterbird. Colour & Whim Studio received the 2024 Green Businesses of Hawthorne award. The firm utilizes low VOC paint, teaches students how to make crafts out of recycled materials and recycles paper, cans and plastics. Citizens John Minicozzi, Paul Whelan and Rita Pinelli were recognized for their partnership with the EC. – Rayna Laiosa Guidebook lays foundation for environmental protection The Randolph Township Environmental Guidebook (RTEG) is a living document, subject to annual review, that contains information about contributors to climate change and environmental degradation. It also details projects and strategies that can be implemented locally to create positive and measurable change. Designed to be used at different scales, from municipal leadership to volunteer groups, the RTEG is overseen by the Environmental and Landmark Committee and was developed in consultation with Pinto Consulting, LLC, and funded by the NJ Highlands Council. The comprehensive resource contains detailed recommendations for 49 projects across 11 action categories, from air quality to open space to water. Key visions and goals include: • Enhancing sustainability and resilience – adopting sustainable practices to prepare for environmental challenges. • Fostering collaborative partnerships – collaborating with local departments, SUSTAINABLY PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER schools, and organizations to promote sustainability. • Protecting sensitive areas – conserving natural habitats to maintain biodiversity; • Advancing clean energy use – transitioning to cleaner energy sources to reduce our carbon footprint; • Green infrastructure for stormwater management – utilizing innovative solutions to manage stormwater and reduce impact. • Community engagement and education – creating informed citizens committed to environmental health; • Improving air and water quality – implementing initiatives to benefit environmental and public health; • Boosting recycling and waste reduction – enhancing waste management to decrease environmental impact. The

air and water quality – implementing initiatives to benefit environmental and public health; • Boosting recycling and waste reduction – enhancing waste management to decrease environmental impact. The Environmental and Landmark Committee and the Township are proud to share the RTEG with the community as a collaboration between residents and the municipal government, which is essential for reaching shared goals of sustainability, environmental stewardship and resiliency. Find the RTEG at https://tinyurl.com/ 52375ysy – Greg Poff Hoboken is disposing of disposables Hoboken has joined the small but growing ranks of NJ municipalities that have enacted Skip the Stuff ordinances restricting restaurants from automatically handing out plastic cutlery and single-use condiments with takeout and delivery orders. The City Council unanimously approved the measure in June as part of an effort to reduce single-use plastic waste. The law stipulates that restaurants may only include items like plastic utensils and condiment packets in deliveries if customers specifically request them. In March Red Bank and Garwood passed similar ordinances, but the real pioneers of stuff-skipping laws took action years ago. Red Bank included limits on disposable ANJEC REPORT – Autumn 2024 7