County of Union, New Jersey

Union County, NJ – As the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to spread, the New Jersey Division of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing has developed a COVID-19 specific resource tool to help those who are deaf or hard of hearing to communicate with first responders and medical professionals regarding exposure to the COVID-19.

The attached flyer is a COVID-19 specific communication tool developed by New Jersey’s Division of Deaf & Hard of Hearing. With this, those that are deaf & hard of hearing can specify their symptoms, their recent travel (including location and means of transport) and how long they’ve been sick. The flyer should be shared with all those who may need it.

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Union County, NJ – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi announced new procedures today for passport applicants and the submission of business due to concerns for the safety of customers and staff during the COVID-19 outbreak.

The County Clerk’s main passport office, located at the Union County Courthouse in Elizabeth, will close at the end of business on Friday, March 20 and remain closed until further notice.

Passport services at the County Clerk’s annex office in Westfield have also been suspended.

“The United States Department of State announced this week that they have stopped all in-person service at their passport centers,” said Ms. Rajoppi. “Union County residents who wish to renew their passports may do so by mail. Directions are on the application form which can be downloaded at travel.state.gov.”

The Department of State will honor all expedited service of passports submitted prior to March 18 with two- to four-week service. Regular passport renewals and new passports will be delayed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.  In addition, a ban on all international travel has been announced by the State Department.

Persons requesting trade names, construction liens, clerks’ certificates and inheritance tax waivers are directed to mail their requests to the County Clerk for processing.  No in-person service will be conducted.

“I am appreciative of the cooperation of Union County residents during this challenging time,” Ms. Rajoppi said. “Our first priority is safety and health.”

Notaries who receive their commission during this time should be advised that the New Jersey Treasury Department has given assurance that the 90-day deadline to be sworn in will be extended.  Visit state.nj.us/treasury/revenue.

The County Clerk’s website will be updated as new advisories are issued. 

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Union County, NJ – Additional support services are available in Union County for residents who are experiencing anxiety or stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“If you need help, please do not hesitate to reach out to these community resources,” said Union County Freeholder Alexander Mirabella. “There are people ready to assist you with experienced, reliable guidance.”

“Union County has taken extraordinary measures to protect our residents and employees, and our first responders and other essential staff are working around-the-clock to fight against the spread of the virus,” added Mirabella. “Everyone in Union County can join the battle and help ‘flatten the curve’ by working together to shield each other from exposure.”

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control has advised that effective protective measures include maintaining social distance, washing hands frequently, covering coughs with a tissue or elbow, keeping hands away from face, staying away from sick people, and staying home when sick.

The following local, state, and national support services are available by telephone: 

24/7 Emergency Psychiatric Crisis Intervention Services

• Mobile Community Outreach for Adults: 908-994-7131
• Union County Mobile Response and Stabilization for Children: 1-877-652-7624
• RWJ University Hospital: 732-381-4200
• Overlook Hospital: 908-522-2000

Other 24/7 Crisis Services

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:  1-800-273-8255
• NJ HOPELINE (for emotional distress):1-855-654-6735
• Vet 2 Vet (for any New Jersey veteran): 1-866-838-7654
• Vets 4 Warriors (national — for any veteran who has served in war): 1-855-838-8255
• Substance Abuse (ReachNJ): 1-844-732-2465
• Cop 2 Cop (law enforcement officers) 1-866-267-2267

Assistance with Emotional Distress

• NJ Mental Health Cares: 1-866-202-4357 (8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
• The Peer Recovery WarmLine 1-877-292-5588 (8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
• Mom2Mom, for mothers with special needs children: 1-877-914-6662 (8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; or leave a message after hours for a call-back)
• Care2Caregiver, for family members caring for family member with memory loss, Alzheimer’s, dementia or a related disorder: 1-800-424-2494 (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
• Worker2Worker, for New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency employees: 1-855-327-7482 (8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
• NJ Peer Recovery: 1-833-422-2765 or TTY 711 (currently 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; will expand to 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. as of March 26)

Support for School Staff and Their Families

• Aid NJEA: 1-866-243-6532 (Monday-Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Friday 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)

General Information about COVID-19

• New Jersey Department of Health: 1-800-222-1222 or 1-800-962-1253.
• New Jersey Poison Control Center in partnership with 211: 2-1-1 or 1-800-962-1253.
• Members of the public can also text questions to NJCOVID to 898-211, or receive live text assistance by texting their zip code to NJCOVID to 898-211.

Comprehensive information and guidance about COVID-19 is available online at nj.gov/health.

For updates on Union County cancellations and services that have been modified due to the outbreak, visit the County website at ucnj.org/coronavirus-update.

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Union County, NJ – Due to concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus in New Jersey, tonight’s Special Meeting of the Fiscal Affairs Committee of the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders has been cancelled.

The Fiscal Committee meeting was originally scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, and was to be held at the Administration Building in Elizabeth.

Please note that a Special Meeting of the Freeholder Board will take place as scheduled on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administration Building.

There will be no in-person attendance by the public at the 5:30 meeting in order to adhere to guidelines for reducing the spread of COVID-19. Members of the public may view the meeting online by livestream at ucnj.org/freeholders.

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Union County, NJ — Due to the New Jersey State of Emergency regarding the COVID-19 virus, the Union County Intoxicated Driving Resource Center (IDRC) classes scheduled for March 17-18 and March 31-April 1 have been cancelled. 

For questions and/or concerns regarding the IDRC program, please email idrc@ucnj.org or call 908-527-4791 or 908-527-4804.  Please note that there may be a delay in IDRC response due to increased call/email volume during this time.

For general information about COVID-19 call the New Jersey Department of Health at 800-222-1222 or 800-962-1253.

A toll free emotional support line is also available at 877-294-HELP (4357).

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The State of New Jersey is providing guidance to all businesses being impacted by COVID-19. Please refer to the following link: http://cv.business.nj.gov/

Topics covered include operations guidance, economic assistance for business, benefits for impacted individuals, and more.

To apply for State Unemployment Insurance, please visit www.MyUnemployment.nj.gov , or call the following phone numbers:

• NORTH JERSEY: 201-601-4100 
• CENTRAL JERSEY: 732-761-2020 

For residents who have general health-related questions on the COVID-19 Virus, you may find answers online at https://www.nj.gov/health/or by calling the 24/7 hotline at 1-800-222-1222 or 1-800-962-1253 if using an out-of-state phone line.

 

Union County, NJ – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi reminds all voters, especially college students impacted by school closures, to update their Vote-by-Mail address if they have moved in recent weeks.

“School closings have forced students to move unexpectedly during the COVID-19 outbreak, and as a result their Vote-by-Mail ballots could get side-tracked to a previous address,” said Ms. Rajoppi. “Keeping your address up to date is the best way to ensure that your voice is heard on Election Day.”

Voters can request a change of address for their Vote-By-Mail ballot by sending an email to the County Clerk’s Elections Division at ucvote@ucnj.org. The email must include their full name, their previous address, and the address where they currently reside.

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

Continuing Vote-by-Mail users will receive their ballots automatically. New users can download an application for a Vote-by-Mail ballot online at the County Clerk’s elections website, unioncountyvotes.com.

To request a Vote-by-Mail application by mail, email the Elections Division at ucvote@ucnj.org or call 908-527-4996.

For more information about all County Clerk programs and services, including service modifications during the COVID-19 outbreak, visit online at ucnj.org/county-clerk or call 908-527-4787.

 

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Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. at the Administration Building, at 10 Elizabethtown Plaza in Elizabeth.

Due to the public health emergency occasioned by the COVID-19 virus, this meeting may be conducted electronically and/or by telephone, and there will be no in-person attendance by the public.

Members of the public may view the meeting by livestream at ucnj.org/freeholders.

The purpose of the meeting is to take official action on the following resolutions relating to COVID-19 response:

• Resolution Amending the 2020 Temporary Budget CH 96 P.L. 1951 (N.J.S.A. 40A:4-20).
• Resolution Ratifying COVID-19 Personnel Policy.

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