County of Union, New Jersey

Series of weekly sessions will be held each Wednesday through July and August.

The Union County Board of Commissioners is pleased to invite children age 12 and under, accompanied by an adult, to attend the “Special Needs Night at Wheeler Spray Park” series. The series takes place every Wednesday evening during July and August from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The next session will take place on Wednesday, July 13.

The Special Needs Night at Wheeler Park series is organized through the Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs in the Union County Department of Human Services.

“The Special Needs Night series is part of our inclusive recreation programming. It provides special needs families with an opportunity to enjoy one of the most popular features in the Union County parks system in a safe, welcoming environment,” said Commissioner Chair Rebecca Williams.

“We continue to strive for inclusivity throughout our County programming and we are proud to support the Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs in presenting recreational programs that are accessible to all residents. We are excited to bring this wonderful event back this summer for our special needs families,” said Commissioner Sergio Granados.

The series takes place at Wheeler Spray Park, located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue in Linden, and continues each Wednesday through July and August.

The event is free but pre-registration is required online for each child through the Union County events registration page. Visit secure.rec1.com/NJ/union-county-nj/catalog and scroll to “Recreation Programs for People with Special Needs.”

In case of inclement weather, visitors can check Union County’s website at ucnj.org, or the Union County Facebook page for weather-related updates and closures.

Attendees will have the opportunity to spend the evening in Union County’s 11,000-square-foot water playground, Wheeler Spray Park, packed with over 30 attractions including a waterfall, pirate ship, water sprinklers, slides, sprayers, and even a giant water serpent.

For more information about Special Needs Night at Wheeler Spray Park, and all recreation programs for people with special needs and disabilities, visit ucnj.org/special-needs or call 908-527-4781.

For information on all programs and services of the Union County Department of Human Services visit ucnj.org/dhs.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including free vaccination, free testing, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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Free event saluting first responders and front-line heroes at Oak Ridge Park

The Board of County Commissioners invites residents to the second edition of the Union County Car, Truck and Bike Show saluting the County’s first responders and front-line heroes. The event will take place on Saturday, July 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Oak Ridge Park Sports Complex, located at 136 Oak Ridge Road in Clark. The event is free for all to attend.

The event will showcase the Union County Public Safety and EMS fleet and COVID-19 front line responders along with scores of unique and unusual car show vehicles.

The rain date for this event is scheduled for Sunday, July 17.

“For the second consecutive year, the Union County Car, Truck and Bike Show will give everyone an opportunity to salute our first responders and front line heroes for their tireless efforts to keep us safe on a daily basis,” Commissioner Chair Rebecca Williams. “All residents are welcome to come and enjoy a day out with their family and friends while also seeing some spectacular vehicles.”

The Union County Car, Truck and Bike Show will be a family friendly event. Attendees of all ages will be able to enjoy TV Movie cars, super hero characters, food vendors, a DJ and more.

For more details about the event, residents should call the Union County Parks and Recreation office at 908-527-4900.  If you would like to display a car at the show, please contact GWiz Entertainment., by phone at 908-482-8132 or by email at gwizauto.nj@gmail.com. All car makes and models are welcome.

The Union County Mobile Vaccination Unit will be at the event from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to provide free COVID-19 vaccines and saliva testing.

COVID-19 vaccinations and saliva tests are on a walk-up basis and no appointment is necessary. 

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for Mosquitoes tonight, Thursday, July 7, 2022, between the hours of 7:00 P.M. and 12:00 A.M. (Weather Permitting). Check below and see if your Town is on the list. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mosquito Control: 908-654-9873

Cities

• Berkeley Heights – Emerson Ln., Janet Ln., Brookside Ln., Hillside Ave., Archer Ln., Apple tree Row, Cedar Ln., Water Ln., Elm Pl., Fern Way, Beechwood Rd., Greenbrook Rd. Ralph PL., Rogers Pl., Branco Rd., North Rd., Kingman Rd., Nancy Pl., Industrial Rd.,Wilson Dr., Webster Dr., Delmore Ave.
• Clark – Featherbed Ln., Frances Dr., Terhune Rd., Whitley Ter. Shetland Dr., Featherbed Ln.
• Cranford – Bloomingdale Ave., Sailer St., Adams Ave., Oak Ln., Ridge St.,
• Kenilworth – Dorset Dr., Water Co. Rd., Blvd (County Yard)., Epping Dr.
• Linden – Tremley Point Area, Lower Rd., Fire Academy, Essex Ave., Adams Ave.
• New Providence – Gales DR., Charmwood Rd., Division Ave.
• Rahway – Kline Pl. Area
• Roselle Park – W.Colfax Ave. Area, Chestnut St. Library Area
• Summit – New Providence Rd., Kent Place Blvd., Glenside Ave. Summit Recycleing

County Parks

• Rahway – Rahway Pk.

Citing an increase in property related fraud in New Jersey and around the country, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi reminds Union County property owners that the Property Fraud Alert Notification system enables property owners to respond quickly to unauthorized, potentially fraudulent activity involving their property. The program is completely free for Union County property owners.

“Property fraud is especially insidious because seniors are often the target, and the victims often have no idea that their property rights have been compromised until it’s too late. The Property Fraud Alert system enables property owners to identify a potential problem as quickly as possible, and take action to re-establish their property rights,” said Ms. Rajoppi.

Property owners in Union County can subscribe to the free Property Fraud Alert system by registering online at www.propertyfraudalert.com/NJUnion?, or contact the Property Fraud Alert call center at 1-800-728-3858.

Subscribers can opt to receive alerts by phone or email. Please note that users with common names may receive multiple alerts. Property owners may also register additional names free of charge, to cover common misspellings.

Subscribers will be notified when the name they have registered is used in any recording activities within the office of the County Clerk.

When an alert is received, the subscriber is advised to visit the Union County Clerk’s property search website at clerk.ucnj.org to check for unauthorized activity. The online system can be accessed 24/7. Subscribers can also call 1-800-728-3858 during regular weekday business hours.

Subscribers should report any suspicious activity to their local Police Department.

For information about all County Clerk programs and services, visit online at ucnj.org/county-clerk or call 908-527-4787.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including free vaccination, free testing, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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Union County residents with special needs are invited to participate in Paint by the Pond, on Saturday, July 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Mindowaskin Park, located at 385 E. Broad Street in Westfield.

Residents of all ages are welcome to attend. This event is free to attend but pre-registration is required. To pre-register, residents should visit ucnj.org/opdsn-reg.

“The Board of Commissioners are proud to continue offering the Paint by the Pond program, for our residents with special needs,” said Commissioner Chair Rebecca L. Williams.

“This interactive art program allows participants a chance to explore their artistic sides right here in Westfield, while enjoying our parks,” said Commissioner Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded.

“Paint by the Pond” is hosted by the Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs (OPDSN) and welcomes residents with special needs of all ages. During the event, participating artists will paint miniature cardboard houses. The finished houses will be floated on the pond once completed, though participants will be able to take their creations home with them.

“We strive to ensure that Union County continues to provide activities for all residents to enjoy,” said Commissioner Sergio Granados, Liaison to the Human Services Advisory Council. “Paint by the Pond is a terrific initiative that provides an opportunity for our residents with special needs to unleash their inner artists in an inclusive and accessible setting.”

For more information about the “Paint by the Pond” program, contact Jasmine Doughty-Whitous, Program Coordinator, at jwhitous@ucnj.org or call 908-527-4781.  

The Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs is a unit of the Division of Individual and Family Support Services, in the Union County Department of Human Services.  For more information on all programs and services of the Office, visit online at ucnj.org/dhs/opdsn.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including free vaccination, free testing, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.

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Petitions must be returned before 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 25.

Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi reminds Union County residents seeking School Board positions in their municipality that the deadline for filing their nominating petitions is Monday, July 25, before 4:00 p.m. in the County Clerk’s Election Office, at 2 Broad Street in Elizabeth, Room 113.

Petition forms are available at the County Clerk’s Election Office in Elizabeth, or they can be downloaded from the County Clerk’s elections website, unioncountyvotes.com/candidate-petitions.

 “As a former school board member, I encourage involvement in this important civic duty,” said Ms. Rajoppi. “Service on a school board provides the public with an opportunity to contribute to the community.”

Ms. Rajoppi also advised applicants to be aware that a state law effective July 1, 2018 permits School Board Candidates to circulate petitions jointly. They may be bracketed together on the ballot if they wish with one or two other candidates with the same slogan.

The 2018 law also permits a short non-political slogan not to exceed three words.  Candidates are also required to file a specific affirmation that they have not been convicted of crimes that would disqualify them from office with their petition.

The County Clerk’s Elizabeth Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office may be reached by phone during office hours at 908-527-4996 with any inquiries regarding elections in Union County.

For more information about the County Clerk’s election services visit unioncountyvotes.com or contact the Elections Division at 908-527-4996 or ucvote@ucnj.org.

For information about all County Clerk programs and services, visit online at ucnj.org/county-clerk or call 908-527-4787.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including free vaccination, free testing, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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