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The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce two new grant programs funded through the CARES Act: the Safe Learning Settings grant program and the Non-Profit Organization grant program.

Both programs were approved at the September 3^rd regular Freeholder meeting. Each program has been allocated $4 million in CARES Act funding.

“During these times there is an immediate need in our community for financial assistance,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “I am pleased that we are able to provide these funds through the CARES Act to provide relief for non-profits, and families in need of child care.”

As part of Union County’s response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) emergency, the Union County CARES Act Safe Learning Settings Grant will support child care costs for working Union County families. This program will offset child care costs to help parents continue to work. 

To be eligible for the Safe Learning Setting grant applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Reside in Union County;

• • household must be comprised of at least one adult and one school age child – 5-13 years old at the time of application;
  • school age child(ren) must be enrolled in a public school district within Union County;
• Adults in the household must be working or attending school and child(ren) must be enrolled in the USDA Free or Reduced Meal Program;
• Families must be ineligible for state/local subsidy program or other duplication of services.

There are approximately 593 slots available and applications will be rewarded on a first-come, first-served basis. The County is working with licensed childcare centers throughout the area.

Families interested in applying for the Safe Learning Settings Grant should visit https://ucnj.org/safe-learning-settings-grant-family-application. The program will also have the added effect of preserving and extending operations of high quality child care programs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic for the children and families in Union County. 

“The integral role that our non-profit providers, schools, child care facilities, and educational programming play in assisting the Union County community year round is evident and now more than ever we need to work alongside these institutions in the best interest of our residents as we battle Covid-19 together,” said Freeholder Sergio Granados, who is the Chairman of the Fiscal Committee and the liaison to the Human Services Advisory Council.

Freeholder Granados added, “The Safe Learning Grant will assist families tremendously with students whose school districts have adapted to the new norm with virtual/hybrid learning and the Non-Profit Grant will help our non-profits continue to provide social and support services that are beneficial to many of our fellow community members.”

The Union County CARES Act Non-Profit Grant will be used to support the on-going work of approximately 200 local non-profit organizations that provide critical services that support the County’s prevention, preparation, and ongoing response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. It will provide them with the financial support they need to continue to reopen, or remain open safely, to provide county residents with much needed supports and services during the pandemic. 

To qualify for the Non-Profit grant each applicant must:

• have an office physically located and operated in the County of Union;
• have evidence that the organization serves County of Union residents;
• have evidence of local needs specific to COVID-19 impacts;
• be operating and registered with the State of New Jersey as a 501(C)(3); and
• disclose if the Non-Profit has received any other CARES funds, how much was allocated, and what the funds were expended on.

To access the Non-Profit Grant application and grant Information Sheet visit https://ucnj.org/non-profit-grant-application.

For additional information and questions about the CARES Act Non-Profit Grant, contact the Union County Department of Human Services Action Line at (888) 845-3434 / (908) 558-2288 or email uccaresnonprofit@ucnj.org.

For additional information and questions about the CARES Act Safe Learning Settings Grant, contact the Union County Department of Finance at UCCARESSLSG@ucnj.org or by calling (908) 558- 2367.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for using the Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University and a list of locations for walk-up tests, 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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Distribution is a joint effort with Village Super Market. Produce will be distributed on a first come-first served basis.

Union County, NJ – The Union County Freeholder Board announced the County will hold an emergency drive-up food distribution for Union County residents to aid those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday, September 19^th, beginning at 10 a.m. at Cedar Brook Park, located in Plainfield. Residents should use the Park Avenue entrance. 

The food distribution is open to all Union County residents. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and no registration is required. The event will take place rain or shine.

The food distribution is being coordinated by the County of Union and Village Super Market.

Feeding America projects a 56% increase in food insecurity throughout New Jersey as a result of COVID-19–an additional 432,000 residents. This rate is higher than the national average of 46% and greater than any of New Jersey’s neighboring states.

In Union County, specifically, the projected food insecurity rate has risen from 8.2% to 12.9%.

“Despite the progress being made, food insecurity remains a major concern among many families,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “This distribution was planned for Plainfield in order to provide some assistance to residents in the western part of Union County that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.”

“We continue to work to provide our residents with the necessary resources to support them during this time as they face unprecedented levels of unemployment, housing issues and food insecurity,” said Freeholder Sergio Granados who also serves as Liaison to the Human Services Advisory Board. “We thank the Village Super Market and volunteers involved in coordinating this effort.”

Residents who wish to pick up food must arrive in a car; walk-ups will not be accommodated.

Upon arrival, each driver will have to provide proof of New Jersey residency and indicate how many people reside in their household. Recipients will receive an emergency box of non-perishable items and fresh produce, with enough to sustain a family for several days. Please note that only one box of food will be provided per vehicle.

This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. All recipients must remain in their cars with windows rolled up at all times, otherwise masks are required. Food boxes will be placed in the trunk or truck bed of the vehicle by volunteers.

For questions and more information, residents may call the UCDHS Director’s Action Line at 888-845-3434 or 908-558-2288.

To learn more about the Village Super Market, visit: https://www.myvillagesupermarket.com/.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for the free Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University, 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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Union County, NJ – The Board of Chosen Freeholders is pleased to announce that the popular “Wildlife Wednesdays” program is returning next Wednesday, September 23^rd with “NJ Natives” a program focusing on wildlife original to the garden state, such as the spotted turtle and garter snake.  New programs will continue to run each Wednesday through the end of October, with a new starting time of 2:00 PM.  

“Union County is striving to bring educational programs directly to our children that may not be accessible to everyone during these challenging times, and Wildlife Wednesdays is a great example of them,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “I encourage residents to register for any or all of these free programs and learn more about animals and the critical role they play in our environment.”

Participation is free and open to all county residents.   Pre-registration is required and capacity is limited to the first 100 families who sign up.  The programs will be held on Zoom so a valid email and Zoom access are necessary to participate.

Wildlife Wednesdays is sponsored by Union County’s Clean Communities Grant Program as educators will raise awareness on how litter can be harmful to wildlife.   Rizzo’s Wildlife World educators will bring the classroom to you and present a myriad of wildlife critters. These programs aim to discourage littering to protect the diverse wildlife found in County parks.

September 30^th’s program will feature Australian Animals such as the bearded dragon and white tree frog.  Stayed tuned for info on future programs.  Residents wishing to pre-register can do so by visiting www.ucnj.org/ww. Once registered, attendees will receive a confirmation and Zoom login information via email.    

For more information on upcoming Wildlife Wednesday, please visit www.ucnj.org/recycling. 

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Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi explains the Vote-by-Mail Procedure in detail

Union County, NJ – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi has released a video with step-by- step instructions for voters wishing to vote-by-mail. The video can be accessed on the County Clerk’s elections website, unioncountyvotes.com, on the free Union County Votes mobile app and on the County of Union social media channels (Facebook).

The video was produced to address the requirement by the New Jersey State Legislature and the Governor that the November 3 General Election be conducted primarily through vote-by-mail and the fact that most voters are unfamiliar with the vote-by-mail process.

 “This video was produced in order to assist people when receiving their mail-in-ballots. We cannot stress how important it is for voters to become familiar with Vote-by-Mail,” added Ms. Rajoppi. “Vote-by-Mail is a reliable and safe way to make your voice heard in the upcoming general election.”

Vote-by-mail ballots will be mailed to all registered voters beginning on Tuesday, September 15. Ballots will be mailed in waves by municipality and on September 15, ballots will be mailed to six of the 21 municipalities: Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, Garwood, Fanwood and Hillside with the remaining municipalities to follow. Mailing dates for each municipality can be found on unioncountyvotes.com or on local municipal websites. All ballots for registered voters will be in the mail by October 5.  If voters do not receive their ballots by October 13 (8 days from final mailing), they are asked to contact the Union County Clerk Election Division by calling 908-527-4996.

“A step by step graphic how-to brochure will be enclosed with every ballot to help voters with the process. Voters with questions or concerns are asked to call the office of the Union County Clerk Elections Division at 908-527-4996,” added Ms. Rajoppi.

 Ballots can be deposited in one of 22 ballot boxes placed around the county.  These boxes are under surveillance and picked up by authorized Board of Election personnel on a regular basis.  Locations of the boxes can be found by visiting unioncountyvotes.com or ucnj.org/ucboe.

Additionally, voters can drop off their ballots at:

Union County Clerk’s Office, 2 Broad Street, Room 113, Elizabeth

Union County Clerk’s Office, 300 North Avenue East, Westfield

Union County Board of Elections, 271 North Broad Street, Elizabeth

Those wishing to register to vote can download a voter registration application from unioncountyvotes.com. Fill it out and mail it no later than October 13 in order to be eligible to vote in the General Election on November 3.

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, including guidance on the free Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University, 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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Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi Dispels Misinformation about Mail-in-Ballots

Union County, NJ – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi is providing voters with answers to frequently asked questions regarding Vote-by-Mail procedures in advance of the November 3 General Election.

“Inaccurate information can easily travel across social media, which makes it all the more important for voters to become familiar with Vote-by-Mail,” added Ms. Rajoppi. “Vote-by-Mail is a reliable and accurate way to vote.”

To help voters learn about voting in the General Election, Ms. Rajoppi has posted FAQs on the County Clerk’s elections website, unioncountyvotes.com, and on the free Union County Votes mobile app.

Among the most frequently asked questions are:

Why are we voting by mail this year

The Governor and New Jersey State Legislature mandated a primarily Vote-by Mail election due to concerns with the COVID-19 pandemic.  Vote-by-Mail is not new. It’s been around since the Civil War and currently, 9 states and the District of Columbia conduct elections exclusively with Vote-by-Mail is currently being used in 9 states and the District of Columbia.  Five of those states have a long history of reliable Vote-by-Mail elections. The Vote-by-Mail system does not favor any political party over the other. 

 When are the ballots being mailed?                  

The ballots will be mailed in waves beginning the week of September 15th.  Please check unioncountyvotes.com for the dates for each municipality. Your local municipal website will also list the ballot mailing dates for your town.

What is ballot harvesting?

“Ballot harvesting” is a phrase used to describe the real and legitimate practice of designating someone to drop off your ballot. This ballot return option is important for the elderly, individuals with disabilities and those forced to quarantine. A person can carry up to 3 ballots.

To prevent fraud and protect privacy, voters must first sign and seal their ballots in the certified envelope and the person carrying the ballot must then include their name, address and signature on the envelope.  Tampering with a ballot or not submitting a ballot is a crime.

Can you print a ballot from the internet?

All legitimate Vote-by-Mail ballots are assigned a unique barcode associated to each specific registered voter and are sent through the U.S. Postal Service. The Vote-by-Mail envelope clearly states “Official Mail in Ballot.” Any attempt to copy or reproduce a ballot for any purpose is a crime.

Does Vote-by–Mail promote voter fraud?

National statistics and studies show that voter fraud through Vote-by-Mail is almost non-existent.  A recent Washington Post analysis looked at 3 states with all Vote-by-Mail elections (Colorado, Oregon and Washington) and found just 372 potential irregularities among 14.6 million voters, translating to a margin of irregularity of 0.0025%.

The election system has safeguards also to prevent fraud.  First only active voters will receive a vote by mail ballot.  The ballot will have a barcode associated with a specific voter.  After filling out the ballot the voter must sign the Certificate envelope before returning it. 

Voters can then track their ballot to ensure that the Board of Elections receives and accepts it.  The BOE scans the barcode on each ballot to confirm the voter has not already cast a ballot and reviews the signature on the Certificate Envelope to confirm that it matches the signature in the voter registration database.

It is against the law to vote twice.

Who can assist me with filling out a vote by mail ballot?

A relative or friend can assist you with filling out a Vote-by-Mail ballot.  The person assisting must print and sign their name of the Certificate envelope.  They can also mail your ballot by filling out the front of the envelope. No one can deliver more than three ballots on behalf of voters.  Candidates running for any elected office cannot assist with filling out a Vote-by-Mail ballot and cannot carry ballots for anyone.

I’ve never voted by mail before and don’t know the procedure?

A step by step how-to brochure is enclosed with every ballot to help voters with the process.  Voters with questions or concerns are asked to call the office of the Union County Clerk Elections Division at 908-527-4996.

What if I do not receive my ballot?

All ballots for registered voters will be in the mail by October 5.  If voters do not receive their ballots by October 13 (8 days from final mailing), they are asked to contact the Union County Clerk Election Division by calling 908-527-4996.

Do I have to mail my completed ballot?

Mailing the ballot is just one option. Ballots can be deposited in one of 21 ballot boxes placed around the county.  These boxes are under surveillance and picked up by authorized Board of Election personnel on a regular basis.  Locations of the boxes can be found by visiting unioncountyvotes.com or ucnj.org/ucboe.

Additionally, voters can drop off their ballots at:

Union County Clerk’s Office, 2 Broad Street, Room 113, Elizabeth

Union County Clerk’s Office, 300 North Avenue East, Westfield

Union County Board of Elections, 271 North Broad Street, Elizabeth

How do I register to vote for the November 3rd election?

Those wishing to register to vote can download a voter registration application from unioncountyvotes.com. Fill it out and mail it no later than October 13 in order to be eligible to vote in the General Election on November 3.

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, including guidance on the free Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University, 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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The Union County Freeholders are pleased to announce that Union County Paratransit is providing increased passenger transportation for its residents.

Union County residents who qualify for Paratransit services can now make reservations for the following kinds of trips:

• Route 22 Shuttle Bus
• Medical
• Shopping
• Employment
• Education or Training
• Prescription pick-ups
• Other Essential Services

“As Union County continues to face the changing realities posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Freeholder Board is happy to see Union County Paratransit returning to its full range of services to our residents,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “Please follow all safety regulations in order to ensure Paratransit employees can safely do their jobs and continue operating this invaluable program.”

All reservations are limited to availability on a first-come, first-served basis. Transportation will be provided with limited passengers on each vehicle.

Please call 908-241-8300 (Option 1) to make your reservation and schedule your trip. All reservations may be taken up to three (3) weeks in advance. In accordance with the State of New Jersey’s COVID-19 guidelines, residents will be required to wear face masks that cover the nose and mouth.

For more information about the Union County Paratransit System, please visit ucnj.org/departments/human-services/paratransit-system/. 

Union County, NJ – The County of Union today announced the cancelation of this year’s Four Centuries in a Weekend celebration, due to the COVID -19 pandemic. The event was originally scheduled for the weekend of October 17 and 18.

“The safety of staff, volunteers, and our residents is of the utmost importance and our highest priority,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “The Freeholder Board and the Department of Parks and Recreation will be working to make next year’s event even better and we thank residents for their understanding as we continue to navigate the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.”

The many sites vary in size and capacity, making it difficult to accommodate the restrictions in place due to the ongoing pandemic.

Residents may visit https://ucnj.org/parks-recreation/cultural-heritage-affairs/ for information about each site, including virtual tours.

 For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for the free Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University, 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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UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County community is invited to honor the memory of the 60 residents who perished in the World Trade Center attack of 2001, by visiting the Union County September 11th Memorial on Friday, September 11 at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside.

The Memorial will be open from the morning hours until 9:00 p.m. on September 11. The Union County Sheriff’s Office will provide a uniformed Honor Guard standing watch at the memorial from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

The public is invited to bring and light candles in memory of those lost in the attacks. The Union County Department of Parks and Recreation will also contribute candles to the memorial.

“On this date, we join with those who lost loved ones in honoring the memory of our fellow Union County residents who perished in the attacks, and we remember the many acts of courage that occurred in the midst of a terrible national tragedy,” said Union County Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella.

The Union County September 11th Memorial incorporates elements of design that include all three sites where attacks took place on September 11, 2001. Two girders recovered from the ruins of the World Trade Center are arranged within a five sided area representing the Pentagon, and an Eternal Flame represents those who died in Pennsylvania along with members of the Armed Services and emergency responders.

In addition to these elements, the names of the 60 deceased Union County residents are etched into the memorial.

Union County worked with residents of Cranford, Elizabeth, Kenilworth, Linden, Mountainside, Rahway, Scotch Plains, Summit, Union and Westfield to plan and build the Memorial.

Dedicated on Sept. 13, 2003, the memorial was constructed through private donations including in-kind work by labor unions and materials at cost. For more details visit ucnj.org/september-11th-memorial.

The memorial is located on a hill at the border of Mountainside and Springfield in Union County’s Echo Lake Park (view map), near the Springfield Avenue entrance at the eastern end of the park.

Visitors are reminded that COVID-19 prevention rules are in effect in all Union County parks. Masks are strongly recommended and social distance must be observed. For more details visit ucnj.org/parks.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for using the Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University and a list of locations for walk-up tests, 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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Free show starts at 7:30 p.m., must register on line beginning Sept. 8th to reserve spot

While the real “Boss,” has not played any live shows this year, fans of his music will be able enjoy a highly-regarded tribute act, the BStreetBand, as  the Union County Freeholders present them in a drive-in concert on Sunday, September 20^th, at the Union County Vocational Technical Schools Campus on 1776 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains. Ray Andersen and Friends will open the show, which is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m.

Anyone interested in attending must reserve a spot for the free show online at www.ucnj.org/concert-register.

First-come, first-served. The registration link goes live on Tuesday, September 8^th, beginning at 9 a.m.

“As so many New Jersey residents do, I enjoy the music of Bruce Springsteen, and the BStreetBand presents a compelling and enjoyable show,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “We encourage our residents to come out for a free night of entertainment and great music in a safe setting.”

To help promote social distancing, no walk-ups, bikes or chairs are permitted. Vehicles will be arranged at least 6 feet apart with adequate social distancing. Port-o-johns and wash stations will be available. Masks will be required when using the port-o-johns. Attendees must stay in their vehicles (unless they need to use the port-o-johns). Those who are attending can bring their own food, and non-alcoholic drink. Alcohol is prohibited.

The BStreetBand, formerly known as “Backstreets,” claims to be the first band in the world to do a unique tribute to a live performer, beginning in 1980 with their first show in Asbury Park. There are now an estimated 140,000 tribute bands following their lead and performing all over the world.

Nearly 6,000 performances later, they describe themselves as the “hardest working tribute band” on the circuit with 175+ shows per year throughout the country. For more information on the BStreetBand, please go to: https://www.bstreetband.com/

County will have a total of 13 ballot drop-off boxes, exceeding Governor’s mandate of 10 per County

UNION COUNTY, NJ—-The Union County Board of Elections today announced it will be receiving eight new ballot drop-off boxes from the State of New Jersey for residents who wish to drop off their Vote-by-Mail ballots.  Governor Phil Murphy has ordered the November 3^rd election to be conducted primarily by Vote-By-Mail ballot.

Locations for the eight new drop-off boxes will be released in an upcoming announcement. Once the boxes from the state have arrived, the County will have a total of 13, exceeding the Governor’s mandate of a minimum of 10 boxes per County.

The County Board of Elections currently has five drop-off boxes that have been in place prior to the July primary: Cranford (Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Avenue), Elizabeth (Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza), Plainfield (Plainfield Municipal Building Parking Lot, 515 Watchung Avenue), Union Township (Union Township Municipal Building Rear Entrance, 1976 Morris Avenue), and Westfield (Fraser Building, 300 North Avenue East). 

Board of Elections Administrator Nicole Dirado stated: “The ballot drop-off boxes are an essential component and provide voters with a convenient, timely and secure way to participate in the November 3^rd election.”

The drop-off boxes are available on a 24-7 basis. Voters may deposit their ballot in a drop-off box at any time of day or night, up to 8:00 p.m. on November 3rd.

The current locations are ADA accessible and under constant camera surveillance, as will be the upcoming locations.

Ballots will be picked up and brought to the Board of Elections on a daily basis.

In addition, voters using a drop-off box may bear their own ballot, and ballots of up to three other voters.  Ballot bearers must sign the bearer portion of the outside envelope in the presence of each voter whose ballot they are bearing.

Voters who wish to hand deliver their ballots can also bring them to the Board of Elections office at 271 North Broad Street in Elizabeth. As with the drop off boxes, they may bear their own ballot and ballots of up to three other voters.

Voters choosing to drop off their ballot at the Board of Elections office are reminded that they must sign a register, and produce a New Jersey Driver’s License or New Jersey Issued Identification.

In addition to regular weekday hours between now and November 3rd, the Board of Elections will be open Tuesday, October 13^th until 9 p.m., which is the deadline for voter registration for the Presidential election on November 3rd.

While visiting the Board of Elections office, voters must wear masks and observe social distance.

Voters may also send their ballots to the Board of Elections by U.S. mail. Each ballot comes with prepaid postage.   Ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by the Union County Election Board by November 10, 2020.  If your ballot is mailed, but not postmarked by the USPS, it must be received by the Union County Election Board by November 5.

All voters wishing to use a polling location on Election Day will be required to complete a paper provisional ballot. Voters who cannot vote on a paper ballot due to a disability will be afforded the opportunity to vote on an ADA-compliant machine, after they have certified that they cannot vote on a paper ballot.

To view instructions for using a Vote-by-Mail ballot correctly, visit the Election Board online at www.ucnj.org/boe/make-sure-your-vote-by-mail-ballot-is-counted-2

For information on all Board of Elections services visit ucnj.org/boe, email ucboe@ucnj.org, or call 908-527-4123. All email and phone messages will be returned.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for using the Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University and a list of locations for walk-up tests in local communities, 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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