- Recreation Program Updates

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As we surpassed the one-year anniversary of the first documented COVID-19 positive case in New Jersey, the state added Pre-K-12 educators and childcare workers in licensed and registered settings to the list of groups eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, the eligible populations in NJ include: healthcare workers, first responders, individuals 65 and older, individuals 18 - 64 with underlying health conditions, and teachers and daycare workers. This past Monday, the Governor announced that additional populations will become eligible in the coming weeks. As of March 15th, eligible populations will include public and local transportation workers, public safety workers, migrant farm workers, members of tribal communities, and individuals experiencing homelessness and those living in shelters. Beginning on March 29th, the following frontline essential workers in the following industries will become eligible: food production, agriculture, and food distribution, eldercare and support, warehousing and logistics, social services support staff, elections personnel, hospitality, medical supply chain, postal and shipping services, clergy, and the judicial system. To receive notifications regarding your eligibility to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and to find out when appointments are available, please sign-up at atlantichealth.org<https://www.atlantichealth.org/conditions-treatments/coronavirus-covid-19/c…> and the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System<https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/>. If you are eligible for the vaccine and prefer not to wait for an appointment alert, you can also make an appointment directly with a vaccination location that does not use the Vaccine Scheduling System. Click here to view these locations.<https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/covid-19-vaccine-locations-for-eligible-recipi…> On a separate but related note, the New Jersey Department of Health launched a new long-term care web page<https://www.nj.gov/health/ltc/>. The webpage features a user-friendly portal to identify the reopening status of facilities, information on current outbreaks, and frequently asked questions. As the state continues to vaccinate residents and patients in the long-term care facilities, there have been questions around residents who are homebound. If you or someone you know will need the COVID-19 administered at-home, please send their information to me directly at sneibart(a)mendhamtownship.org. We are preparing a list for the County for when the state expands the vaccination program to homebound residents. Thanks so much and have a good weekend. Sarah Neibart Mayor, Mendham Township

3 years, 6 months

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The COVID-19 Pandemic, One Year Later

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Today marks one year since the first positive case of COVID-19 was reported in New Jersey. 365 days have passed, and many things are different. Technology has not only assisted in our communication with loved ones, but virtual meetings have replaced in-person embraces, celebrations, and grieving ceremonies. In public, we limit our proximity to others and wear masks. We clean our hands vigorously to such an extent that flu cases are at an all-time low and liquor companies have started producing hand-sanitizer. Many, who are lucky enough to have employment, have had to juggle the work-from-home atmosphere while perhaps also homeschooling their kids. Others have lost their jobs as a result of the economic crisis accompanying the public health one. There have been over 700,000 New Jerseyans that have tested positive for the virus, many who have dealt with complications, and unfortunately, over 21,000 New Jerseyans have died from COVID-19. There is no doubt that this year has taken a toll on all of us in some way or another. We have lived and continue to live through unprecedented times. 2020 (and probably 2021) will forever be marked by social distancing, hand sanitizer and masks… but also change, confusion, uncertainty, fear, loss, and all kinds of struggle. Despite all of the challenges that the world, our country, and community have endured, over the last year, the Mendham Township community came together like never before. We supported each other and accomplished some truly remarkable things. Over the last year, many residents offered to assist their elderly neighbors, cook meals for our first responders, organize online fundraisers, and donate personal protective equipment to our healthcare workers. These incredible acts of kindness have given us so much hope in the face of this pandemic - hope that is much needed as our families, community, and businesses are doing everything they can to survive. On March 13th, 2020, Mendham Township became one of the first towns in the state to proclaim a local State of Emergency and take immediate action to address COVID-19. Since that day, Mendham Township’s Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) has done everything in its power to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Mendham Township. While other towns were trying to figure out what to do in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, this group did everything they could to educate themselves, inform each other, ask questions, challenge the status quo, and share best practices so that Mendham Township could be in the best possible position to protect its residents, employees, and volunteers, keep our students learning, operate during the crisis, and find creative ways to bring joy to our community. Instead of saying “no” to any idea, this group consistently asked, “How can we make this happen?” In addition to operating Mendham Township’s departments and supporting our community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the LEPC brought many smiles to residents’ faces, even under the worst of circumstances and hardships - the Mother’s Day Parade, Easter Bunny Parade, July 4th Parade, Santa Parade, many birthday and teachers’ parades, the set-up and lighting of our Township’s Christmas Tree and Menorah, and the July 4th Fireworks to name a few. We are so incredibly lucky to have this group of people serving our community. They combine the best of professionalism and compassion and, over the last year, they are the glue that has kept us together. The 2020 & 2021 Mendham Township Local Emergency Planning Committee includes: Police Chief Ross Johnson, Police Lieutenant Steven Bittman, Captain of the First Aid Squad George Budd, 2020 Mendham Township Fire Department and 2020 Brookside Engine Company No. 1 Fire Chief Nicholas Witczak, 2021 Mendham Township Fire Department and Ralston Fire Company No. 1 Fire Chief Tom Montgomery, 2021 Brookside Engine Company No. 1 Fire Chief Eric Cooper, 2020 & 2021 Brookside Engine Company No. 1 Deputy Fire Chief Stephen Sauerman, Director of the Office of Emergency Management Evan Thomas (Buzzy), Superintendent of the Department of Public Works David Read Jr., Assistant Superintendent of the Department of Public Works Joe Guanill, Interim Mendham Township Administrator Bob Casey, Mendham Township Clerk Maria Coppinger, Director of Recreation David Guida, Superintendent of the Mendham Township School District Salvatore Constantino, Superintendent of the West Morris Regional School District Michael Ben-David, the Morris County Department of Health, 2020 & 2021 Mayor Sarah Neibart, and 2020 & 2021 Deputy Mayor Nick Monaghan.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Supply Challenges in NJ

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The sun finally broke through the clouds today! Another shot of wintry weather will impact us on Monday, but warmer weather is expected to head our way later next week. I think I speak for everyone when I say that Spring can’t come soon enough. Unfortunately, due to extreme weather across the country, there have been nationwide mail and package delivery delays. New Jersey has not yet received approximately 230,000 COVID-19 vaccination doses that were expected earlier this week. The state has been working with its vaccination sites to use existing inventory to satisfy current appointments. However, not all sites have been able to do this, and some appointments have been rescheduled and will continue to be rescheduled. As of yesterday morning, 1,559,569 vaccination doses have been administered in NJ. That includes more than 1.1 million first doses, and more than 456,000 second doses. There continues to be a tremendous imbalance between the supply and demand of COVID-19 vaccines across the country, and shipping delays have added yet another layer of frustration to the ongoing supply challenges. As NJ's vaccination program continues, the NJDOH is eager to increase distribution points for the vaccine. Unfortunately, the state cannot expand the number of sites until more vaccination doses are available. Currently, there are 1,700 providers in NJ approved to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine, but the state only has enough supply to provide vaccination doses to about 300 of these providers. For a list of available locations, please click here<https://newjersey.github.io/vaccine-locations/NJ-COVID-19-Vaccine-Locations…>. Hopefully, as the state sees an increase in vaccination allotments from the federal government, NJ will expand locations and access for more people to get vaccinated. To receive notifications regarding your eligibility to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and to find out when appointments are available, please sign-up at atlantichealth.org<https://www.atlantichealth.org/conditions-treatments/coronavirus-covid-19/c…> and the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System<https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/>. Sarah Neibart Mayor, Mendham Township

3 years, 7 months

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Ice and Snow, Take it Slow.

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As temperatures fall, it's never a bad idea to take it slow. 70% of snow and ice-related injuries occur in automobiles. Please leave extra space between you and the vehicle in front of you. Take it slow and you'll get where you need to go.

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Mendham Township Is Getting More Snow!

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Initial intermittent light snow starts early tomorrow morning and turns steadier towards 9:00am. Snow will continue throughout the day. A period of wintry mix with sleet and freezing rain is expected tomorrow night. As temperatures decrease, icing is likely - do your best to stay off the roads!

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Brace Yourself for Freezing Rain & Power Outages

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An Ice Storm Warning will go in effect at 6:00pm tonight until tomorrow at 10:00am. During this time, road conditions will be extremely hazardous. Please be advised that the State of New Jersey is experiencing a salt shortage and we have been asked to utilize our inventory in the most efficient way possible without sacrificing the safety of our roadways. In Mendham Township, for our 83 miles of roads, each salt application requires about 80 tons of salt. Currently, we have enough for the incoming storm, but I ask that you do your best to stay off the roads from tonight through tomorrow afternoon. We will continue to exhaust all possible options to acquire salt so that we can be prepared for any future weather emergencies. As the temperature decreases, icing is expected to weigh down branches and power lines. Please prepare yourself and your family for a possible power outage. If you lose power, report your outage to JCP&L directly by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877), or by visiting www.firstenergycorp.com and clicking the “Report Outage” link on firstenergycorp.com, or by texting 544487. Please have your account number on hand. If you notice a downed power line or a tree blocking the road, do not go near it, and report it immediately by calling the non-emergency police number at: (973) 543-2581 and pressing 0 to speak to an operator or email: mendhamtwpoem(a)gmail.com. Please reserve calling 911 for emergency situations. As a reminder, generators can be a lifesaver during power outages, but such devices can also be dangerous if used or installed improperly. Never use a portable generator inside the house or in a closed or even open garage. Also, do not use gas stoves, kerosene heaters, or other open flame heat sources to keep warm. These sources of heat can cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to build up in your home. A fireplace can be helpful but if the chimney flue is not clear it can also become a hazard. It is important to always have working carbon monoxide detectors. If you need assistance or someone to check on a community member, please email the Mendham Township OEM at: mendhamtwpoem(a)gmail.com or call them at (973) 370-5905. Stay safe, Sarah Neibart Mayor, Mendham Township

3 years, 7 months

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Continue To Get Tested

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As of this morning, the State of New Jersey has administered 1,298,028 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine - 961,449 first doses and 336,002 second doses. This past Wednesday, the Commissioner of the NJ Department of Health announced that this coming week, the state is expecting to see an increase in the delivery of first doses of the Pfizer vaccine, for a total of 67,860 doses. The state is also expecting to receive 87,400 first doses of the Moderna vaccine, which is the same number as last week. The state expects these amounts to remain steady for the next couple of weeks. In addition to first doses, both Pfizer and Moderna supply the state with second doses of the COVID-19 vaccine every week. As the state continues its vaccination roll-out and we continue to deal with the temperamental winter weather, the NJDOH would like to remind residents that a critical way to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 is to continue to get tested. If you have been potentially exposed to COVID-19, even if you don't have symptoms, you should get tested. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have reported that more than half of COVID-19 cases are transmitted from individuals experiencing no symptoms. Until you, your family, and friends, have all received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, knowing your COVID-19 status plays an essential role in protecting yourself and your loved ones. There are two types of tests available to diagnose COVID-19: Antigen and PCR Tests. If you have symptoms, getting a quick Antigen Test can provide you with a result within 15-30 minutes, so you can start isolating right away. However, Antigen tests are not as accurate compared to the PCR tests. If you are asymptomatic but have been exposed to COVID-19, the PCR test can find very small amounts of the virus that might be present. Right now, there are more than 400 sites<https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/testing#test-sites> in NJ to get tested. The testing center at the County College of Morris continues to operate 9:00am - 4:00pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. This site has been conducting around 400 PCR tests per day with a 24-hour turnaround for results. There are no costs for these tests, but appointments<https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/b8hq2y7k/> are required. The county plans to keep this site open for the foreseeable future. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Sarah Neibart Mayor, Mendham Township

3 years, 7 months

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Recycling Reminder: All Material Will Be Picked Up Tomorrow

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As a reminder - due to last week's collection cancellation, ALL RECYCLABLE MATERIAL will be picked up tomorrow - Monday, February 8th. Please put recyclables out to the curb by 6:00am tomorrow morning.

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Football & Snowfall

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Yesterday, the indoor capacity at restaurants, indoor entertainment and recreation areas, casinos, gyms and personal care businesses was increased from 25% to 35%. The Governor announced on Wednesday, February 3rd during his daily briefing that this decision was made due to the decreased rate of COVID-19 hospitalizations and transmission in New Jersey. Additionally, the statewide requirement that all restaurants close indoor service as of 10:00pm was lifted. The relaxing of restrictions provides much needed flexibility as our community and businesses are doing everything they can to survive. As restaurant restrictions relax just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, the state of New Jersey is preparing for more snow. Snowfall is projected early tomorrow morning and will continue into the afternoon. With the temperatures decreasing this evening, ice is likely. Our Department of Public Works will be staged and ready to go before snow hits the ground. If possible, please do your best to stay home and off the roads. If you need assistance or someone to check on a community member, please email the Mendham Township Office of Emergency Management at: mendhamtwpoem(a)gmail.com or call them at (973) 370-5905. Have a good weekend, take care, and enjoy the Super Bowl safely. Sarah Neibart Mayor, Mendham Township

3 years, 7 months

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Schedule Change Reminder: Garbage Collection This Week

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For this week only - Tuesday's collection will be picked up tomorrow (Wednesday) and Wednesday's garbage collection is moved to Thursday.

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