County of Union, New Jersey

Se añade una segunda Línea Teléfonica al Centro de Pruebas de COVID-19 de Kean University

COVID-19 pruebas para los residentes del Condado de Union y trabajadores de salud que están experimentando síntomas.

Condado de Union, NJ — El Centro de Pruebas del Condado de Union para el  COVID-19 en Kean University ha añadido un segundo número de teléfono para asi poder manejar el alto volumen de llamadas del público que buscan poder hacerse la prueba.

El Centro de Pruebas está disponible en el Condado de Union para los residentes que estén experimentando síntomas del COVID-19. Para los trabajadores de salud y los que se encuentran trabajando como voluntarios, sin importar el lugar donde residen.

Las personas que presentan síntomas de  COVID-19 puden llamar al 908-373-5105. Los residentes del Condado de Union también pueden llamar al 908-214-7107 si no se comunican con el otro número.

El Centro de Pruebas está sityado en Kean University en Morris Avenue en Union. Está abierto de lunes a viernes de  9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. y los sábados de 9:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.

El Centro de Pruebas está disponible por auto solamente, no se permite nadie que no venga en auto. La Prueba es gratis.

Para más información en todos los servicios  del Condado de Union durante el brote del  COVID-19, visite la página  ucnj.org/coronavirus-update

Información general sobre COVID-19 y contactos teléfonicos y asistencia 24/7 puede visitar la página del Departamento de Salud de New Jersey al nj.godurante el brote del v/health/cd/topics/covid2019.

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Para todos los programas en general del Condado de Union visite ucnj.org, o llame a la línea de Información Pública, 877-424-1234, o por correo electrónico a info@ucnj.org,orm.

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Union County Clerk Will Livestream April 9 Ballot Drawing on Facebook

Remote procedure held in consideration of COVID-19 precautions.

Union County, NJ – Union County, NJ — Due to ongoing efforts to stop the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, and a statewide prohibition on gatherings, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi announces that the 2020 Primary Election ballot position drawing will be live-streamed on Facebook. A link will be posted prior to the drawing.

The Primary Election ballot position drawing will be held on Thursday, April 9 at 3:00 p.m. as designated by law.

“The essential business of the 2020 election cycle will continue. My office will make use of the technology at hand to ensure that the mandated steps occur according to schedule while taking every available precaution to protect staff and the public at large,” said Ms. Rajoppi.

Ms. Rajoppi also advised voters to use a Vote-by-Mail ballot to participate in the upcoming Primary Election.

“With the outbreak of COVID-19, there is all the more reason to use a Vote-by-Mail ballot and ensure your voice is heard on Election Day,” she said.

Under New Jersey state law, any eligible voter can use a Vote-by-Mail ballot. There is no requirement to provide a reason. Every Vote-by-Mail ballot is counted in every election.

Voters who have never used a Vote-by-Mail ballot can apply for one now. Applications are available for download from the County Clerk’s elections website at unioncountyvotes.com.

To have an application sent by mail, call the County Clerk’s Elections Division at 908-527-4996.

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

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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

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Second Telemedicine Line Added to Contact Union County Drive-Through COVID-19 Test Center

The Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University in Union Township has added an additional phone line for Union County residents with symptoms.

COVID-19 tests for Union County residents and first responders/front line health workers who are experiencing symptoms.

Union County, NJ — The Union County Drive-Through COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University has added a second phone line for Union County residents only in order to handle a heavy volume of calls from members of the public seeking to be tested.

The Test Center is available to Union County residents who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. First responders and front-line health workers who are experiencing symptoms can also contact the Test Center, regardless of their place of residence.

Persons with COVID-19 symptoms who wish to be tested should call 908-373-5105. Union County residents only may also call 908-214-7107 if they are not able to get through on the main number.

The Test Center is located at the Kean University Campus on Morris Avenue in Union Township. It is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The Test Center is available on a drive-through basis only, no walk-ins are admitted. Testing is free.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health/cd/topics/covid2019.

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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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Union County COVID-19 testing facility briefing

Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella and Freeholder Sergio Granados today visited the Union County COVID-19 testing facility at Kean University in Union to receive a briefing from County Manager Ed Oatman, first responders and staff manning the facility. Residents who need testing are urged to call 908-373-5105 to set up an appointment.

The facility will be open until further notice to test as many residents as possible.

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Re: Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Meeting Schedule Amendments

Public Notice – Re: Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Meeting Schedule Amendments

In light of the public health emergency caused by Coronavirus, and the subsequent issuance of the Governor’s Executive Order 107, The Board of Chosen Freeholders of the County of Union (the Board), effective April 2, 2020 and until further notice, will conduct all future meetings remotely and by electronic means without providing a physical meeting place.

Additionally, while the Board will continue to meet on their regularly scheduled meeting dates, please note the time for the Agenda Setting Sessions has been changed to a new commencement time of 5:00pm. The Regular Meeting will continue to commence as soon as possible after the Agenda Setting Session.

In accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 (the “Open Public Meetings Act”) and in adherence to the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) guidelines, the Agenda Setting Session and the Regular Meeting will be open to the public by electronic means, and as such, members of the public may view the meeting by livestream at ucnj.org/freeholders.

Any member of the public wishing to participate in the meeting, can do so by emailing comments relative to resolutions being offered for adoption and/or on any governmental issue that a member of the public feels may be of concern to the residents of the county to the Clerk of the Board at jpellettiere@ucnj.org. Agendas will be posted for the public’s viewing on the County’s official website at: www.ucnj.org/freeholders. All relevant comments received will be read into the record during each Regular Meeting’s Public Comment Portion, prior to the Board’s consideration of resolutions for adoption, and will be addressed accordingly by the Board. All emails must be submitted and received by the Clerk of the Board no later than noon of the corresponding Regular Meeting date and, as is always the case, must include the public member’s full name and town of residence and resolution number to which comments are being referred for the record.

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EL Centro de Pruebas del Condado de Union de COVID-19 Se Expande a el Personal de Emergencia y Ciertos Trabajadores de Salud en New Jersey

Procedimiento de telemedicina es incluído en respuesta a la necesidad estatal

Condado de Union, NJ – Para poder ayudar al personal clave de emergencia a que reciban la prueba del COVID-19 lo antes posible, el Centro de Pruebas del Condado de Union de COVID-19 en Kean University está disponible al personal de respuesta inmediata y a ciertos trabajadores de salud en New Jersey, sin importar el lugar de residencia.

Los cubiertos por este nuevo procedimiento son: bomberos, oficiales de la policía, EMT (tranportadores médicos de emergencia), telecomunicadores del 911, Cuerpo de Reserva Médica, todos los trabajadores de hospitales, personal en los hogares de ancianos y ayudantes de salud en el hogar.

Este servicio es en respuesta a la limitada disponibilidad de pruebas en todo el estado.

“El Condado de Union está tomando esta medida estatal para apoyar al personal de emergencia en New Jersey, para los que necesiten la prueba se la puedan hacer sin tener que esperar,” dijo el Legislador Presidente Alexander Mirabella.

Comenzando hoy, el personal de respuesta inmediata y ciertos trabajadores de salud en New Jersey que estén en necesidad de hacerse la prueba del COVID-19, sin importar el lugar donde residen pueden tomar los siguientes pasos:

1. Llamar al Centro de Pruebas del Condado de Union 908-373-5105 (no se permite nadie en persona).

2. Discutir los síntomas por teléfono con una enfermera. La enfermera le hará una cita en el Centro de Pruebas para los pacientes que cumplan con las pautas establecidas por el CDC (Centro de Control de Enfermedades).

3. Las personas con una cita pueden dirigirse al Centro de Pruebas a la hora acordada (no necesitan receta del doctor).

Además personas que tengan síntomas del COVID-19 y sean residentes del Condado de Union pueden llamar al Centro de Pruebas 908-373-5105 y seguir el proceso via teléfono.

“El Centro de Pruebas sirve a cada paciente que cumpla con las pautas del CDC. Aunque no tengan seguro de salud o médico primario. COVID-19 no conoce barreras y nuestra respuesta es ayudar durante esta crisis,” enfatizó el Presidente Mirabella.

El Centro de Pruebas está situado en Kean University, Morris Avenue en Union. Está abierto de lunes a Viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. y los sábados de 9:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.

El Centro de Pruebas está disponible por medio de auto solamente. Las pruebas son gratis.

Para más información durante el brote del COVID-19, visite la página ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

Información general del COVID-19 y asistencia por teléfono 24/7, visite la página del Departamento de Salud de New Jersey nj.gov/health/cd/topics/covid2019.

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Union County COVID-19 Test Center Expands to First Responders and Certain Health Care Workers in NJ

Updated May 4th

Expanded telemedicine procedure introduced in response to statewide need.

The Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University in Union Township has expanded its telemedicine procedure to include first responders and certain health care workers statewide in New Jersey. Credit: County of Union, NJ.

Union County, NJ – In order to help key emergency personnel get a COVID-19 test as quickly as possible, the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University is now available to first responders and certain health care workers in New Jersey, regardless of their place of work or residence.

Those covered by the new procedures are: fire fighters, police officers, EMTs, 911 tele-communicators, Medical Reserve Corps members, all hospital employees, staff at long term care facilities and nursing homes, and home health aides.

The expanded service is in response to limited availability of testing statewide.

“Union County is taking this extraordinary statewide measure to support emergency personnel in New Jersey, so those who need a test can get one without any further delay,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella.

Beginning today, first responders and certain health care workers in New Jersey seeking a COVID-19 test, regardless of residence, can follow these steps:

Call the Union County Test Center at 908-373-5105 or 908-214-7107. (no walk-ins are admitted).
Discuss symptoms by phone with a triage nurse. The nurse will schedule an appointment at the Test Center for patients who meet guidelines established by the Centers for Disease Control.
Persons with an appointment can proceed to the Testing Center at their scheduled time (no doctor visit or prescription is required).

In addition to first responders and certain health workers, all Union County residents with COVID-19 symptoms can call the Test Center at 908-373-5105 or 908-214-7107. and follow the same telemedicine process.

“The Test Center serves every patient who meets the CDC guidelines, even if they have no health insurance or personal doctor. COVID-19 knows no barriers, and our response to the crisis must be barrier-free as well,” Mirabella emphasized.

“The Test Center has also become a vital emergency response asset on a broader level,” he added. “By performing scores of triage interviews daily, it enables doctors in our community to focus more attention on treating patients.”

The Test Center is located at the Kean University Campus on Morris Avenue in Union Township. It is open Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Test Center is available on a drive-through basis only. Testing is free.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health/cd/topics/covid2019.

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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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New Guidelines for Union County COVID-19 Test Center

The Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University implements a new “telehealth” procedure for persons seeking a COVID-19 test.

Updated May 4th

Beginning March 30th, Union County residents, as well as all first responders and health workers working in the county regardless of residence, can report symptoms and schedule testing by calling 908-214-7107.

“From the beginning of this pandemic, we have been working tirelessly to make sure we test everyone who desperately needs tests regardless of their accessibility to primary care. By allowing all residents to call one central number we will relieve the barrier to care and free up our health care professionals to serve even more clients,” said Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella.

COVID-19 symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath.

Patients who call 908-214-7107 will be connected to a nurse who will triage and assess symptoms over the phone. Appointments will be scheduled for patients that meet the Centers for Disease Control guidelines.

Persons receiving an appointment can proceed to the Testing Center at their scheduled time. No other primary care doctor prescription is required.

Please note that Union County residents who previously registered at the Testing Center and have already submitted a prescription may proceed as instructed.

“We began this process in great partnership with the healthcare community. We know that as time goes on the burden on our doctors will only grow. Union County wants to do our part by using telehealth capabilities to triage patients so doctors can focus on the care their patients will need to get well after diagnosis,” said Chairman Mirabella.

The Test Center is located at the Kean University Campus on Morris Avenue in Union Township.

Regular weekday hours for the Test Center are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Test Center is available on a drive-through basis only. Testing is free.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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Recordatorio a los votantes del Condado de Union: El 8 de abril es la fecha final en que pueden cambiar de Partido para las Elecciones Primarias del 2 de junio.

Debido al brote del COVID-19, los cambios de partido serán procesados solo por correo. No se conducitrán transacciones en persona.

Condado de Union, NJ — La Junta Electoral del Condado de Union les recuerda a los votantes que piensan cambiar de afiliación partidaria que deben hacerlo antes del 8 de abril siendo este el último día para poder votar en las Elecciones Primarias del 2 de junio.

“Los votantes muchas vecen no se dan cuenta que cambiar de partido hay que hacerlo mucho antes del Día de las Elecciones Primarias,” dijo la Administradora de la Junta Electoral Nicole DiRado. “Si usted planea cambiar de Partido para las Elecciones Primarias Presidenciales del 2020, el 2 de junio la declaración de partido debe ser sometida a la Junta Electoral el 8 de abril, después del 8 de abril no serán aceptadas.”

La Junta Electoral del Condado de Union está trabajando arduamente para completar todos los pedidos. Los votantes que deseen procesar los cambios pueden hacerlo solo por correo, ya que se necesita que tengan una firma original.

Aquellos residentes con preguntas, o que necesiten que se les envie una forma, pueden llamar al 908-527-4121 y dejar un mensaje y se le devolverá la llamada. Los votantes también pueden hacerlo via correo electrónico al ucboe@ucnj.org.

También pueden bajar la forma visitanto la página https://nj.gov/state/elections/assets/pdf/forms-party-affiliation/party-affiliation-form.pdf para la planilla en Inglés.

Las planillas en Español están disponibles en: https://nj.gov/state/elections/assets/pdf/forms-party-affiliation/party-affiliation-form-spanish.pdf. Cuando las planillas estén llenas las pueden enviar por correro a: Union County Board of Elections, 271 North Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208.

La Junta Electoral le advierte a los votantes que visitan la oficina de New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission muchas veces hacen el cambio sin darse cuenta. Llamando a la Junta Electoral y preguntar es la mejor for a de saber su afiliación partidaria.

Aquellos que no hayan declarado partido lo pueden hacer el día de la Elección Primaria el 2 de junio, 2020.

Para toda la información sobre la Junta Electoral visite la página ucnj.org/ucboe, o llame al 908-527-4121 o correo electrónico al ucboe@ucnj.org.

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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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Reminder for Union County Voters: April 8th is the Deadline to Change Party Affiliation for June 2nd Primary Election

In order to reduce the spread of COVID-19, affiliation changes will only be processed by mail. No in-person transactions are being conducted at this time.

Union County, NJ — The Union County Board of Elections reminds voters who plan to change their party affiliation that they must do so by April 8, in order to participate in their new party’s Presidential Primary Election on June 2.

“Voters often do not realize that the deadline to change their affiliation is set long before Primary Day,” said Board of Elections Administrator Nicole DiRado. “If you plan to change parties ahead of the June 2, 2020 Presidential Primary, please be aware that party declaration changes must be received by the Election Board by April 8.”

The Union County Board of Elections is currently working remotely. Voters who wish to process changes to their party affiliation can do so only by mail at this time as an original signature is required.

Voters with questions, or who need a form mailed to them can call 908-527-4121 and leave a message for a return call.

Voters may also email ucboe@ucnj.org for a prompt reply.

Voters may also download a form by visiting https://nj.gov/state/elections/assets/pdf/forms-party-affiliation/party-affiliation-form.pdf for an English form.

Forms in Spanish are available at: https://nj.gov/state/elections/assets/pdf/forms-party-affiliation/party-affiliation-form-spanish.pdf.

Completed forms with original signatures can be mailed to: Union County Board of Elections, 271 North Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07208.

The Board of Elections advises voters that visitors to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Office often may inadvertently change their party affiliation during their transaction, and may not have even noticed it. Calling the Board of Elections is the best way for voters ensure they are ready to vote for their party’s presidential nominee.

The April 8 deadline does not apply to voters who are currently unaffiliated. Unaffiliated voters may declare their party when they vote on June 2. Unaffiliated voters who vote by mail will have an opportunity to declare their affiliation as they receive a ballot for each party, and should return only the ballot for the party affiliation they are declaring.

For all Union County Board of Elections information visit online at ucnj.org/ucboe, call 908-527-4121 or email at ucboe@ucnj.org.

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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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