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[Sussex_news] COVID Updates and More - Tuesday, August 4, 2020

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View this email in your browser <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=7814&utm_source=newsletter header&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletters#newsletters> | Past Issues <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=7814&utm_source=newsletter header&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletters#newsletters> | Sign Up <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/MailingList?TPID=7711&utm_source=newsletter header&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=subscribe> Sussex County Email Header Image - right click to download <https://www.sussex.nj.us> Vol. 14 Issue 8 - Newton, NJ - Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Feature Story Image<https://www.sussex.nj.us/images/600/cdc-slow-the-spread.jpg> COVID-19 Update <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=17089&utm_source=newslettt er&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> The county's coronavirus blog is updated daily with most updates posted on the county's Facebook <https://facebook.com/sussexnj> and Twitter <https://facebook.com/sussexnj> pages. Visit https://sussex.nj.us/covid19#scblog for the latest information. Avoid COVID-19 misinformation and scams - stick with official Lanes of Communication <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=17089#lanes> like Sussex County <https://sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=17089&utm_source=lanes&utm_med ium=web&utm_campaign=coronavirus#scblog> | New Jersey Health external link <https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml> | coronavirus.gov external link <https://coronavirus.gov> | cdc.gov/coronavirus external link <https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus> | usa.gov/coronavirus external link <https://www.usa.gov/coronavirus> | World Health Organization external link <https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019> | FEMA Rumor Control external link <https://www.fema.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control> | Avoid Coronavirus Scams external link <https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/coronavirus-scams-what-ftc-doing> _____ Sussex County COVID-19 Hotline - 973-579-9488 from 9-4, M-F New Jersey Hotline - 866-202-HELP from 8-8, seven days a week Call: 2-1-1 or (24/7): 1-800-962-1253 | Text: NJCOVID to 898-211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211 for live text assistance Disaster Fraud Hotline - 866-720-5721 _____ New Jersey COVID-19 Jobs and Hiring Portal <https://jobs.covid19.nj.gov/?Facets.filterbox.filter0=%5B%5D&Facets.fil terbox.filter1=%5B%5D> Food pantry schedule <https://www.sussex.nj.us/documents/coronavirus-2020/food-pantry-update. pdf> . View food pantries on an interactive map <http://sussex.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=e6e6b267a f374beaace5d6497b629ebb> . Human Services Provider Schedules <https://www.sussex.nj.us/documents/coronavirus-2020/hsac-service-provid er-alert.pdf> . Read More... <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=17089&utm_source=newslettt er&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> If you enjoy this newsletter, please forward it to a friend. Health and Human Services <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=3373&utm_source=newsletter &utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=HealthAndHumanServices> International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2020International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31, 2020 <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=51607&jump2=0&utm_source =newslettter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=51607&jump2=0&utm_source =newslettter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august&print=1> The County of Sussex is deeply concerned about the opioid crisis and its impact on residents. The county has instituted an Overdose Fatality Review Team (OFRT) that meets quarterly as one way to address this ongoing problem. Mosquito Surveillance Frequently Asked QuestionsMosquito Surveillance Frequently Asked Questions <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TID=7&TPID=17321&jump2=0&utm_so urce=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TID=7&TPID=17321&jump2=0&utm_so urce=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august&print=1> The laboratory and surveillance program at the Office of Mosquito Control monitors mosquito and virus activity by testing adult mosquitoes for the presence of many types of mosquito borne diseases. This surveillance and testing information helps guide all control efforts. Tick Season AwarenessTick Season Awareness <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=48726&jump2=0&utm_source =newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> (7/23/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=48726&jump2=0&utm_source =newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august&print=1> The East Coast recently experienced a mild winter, which makes it a great year for ticks and a bad year for humans. Studies show that vector-borne diseases, or diseases that spread from another living thing to humans, are more common during periods of warmer weather. Nutritional Options for Eligible SeniorsNutritional Options for Eligible Seniors <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=51612&jump2=0&jump2=0&ut m_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august> (7/24/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news/index.cfm?NID=51612&jump2=0&jump2=0&ut m_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=august&print=1> The County of Sussex is pleased to announce a new hot meal option through the Senior Services "Grab and Go" lunch initiative. Seniors age 60 and older who have the ability to travel to either the Hopatcong or Vernon Senior Centers, have the opportunity to obtain a hot lunch. Recycling <http://www.scmua.org/Cit-e-Access/webpage.cfm?TID=121&TPID=11922&utm_so urce=scnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Recycling> What Goes Where?What Goes Where? <https://www.scmua.org/cit-e-access/webpage.cfm?TID=121&TPID=16584> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.scmua.org/cit-e-access/webpage.cfm?TID=121&TPID=16584&print =1> What Goes Where? Ask Milo! Choose your town and be a better recycler. Waxy paper cups and shiny or sparkly gift bags are examples of coated paper. If they have been treated or coated, they cannot be recycled. Library <https://www.sussexcountylibrary.org?&utm_source=scnewsletter&utm_medium =email&utm_campaign=Library> Online Programs for Kids and TeensOnline Programs for Kids and Teens <https://sussexcountylibrary.org/events/month/2020-08/> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://sussexcountylibrary.org/events/month/2020-08/&print=1> August 4 @ 11 a.m.: Leap into Science August 4 @ 3 p.m.: Dealing with Dragons Book Club August 5 @ 11 a.m.: Kids Game Time August 5 @ 4 p.m.: Teen Game Time August 6 @ 1 p.m.: Coding Club for Middle Schoolers August 7 @ 11 a.m.: Teens Read to Toddlers Engineering (Roads & Bridges) <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=904&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Engineering> Lake Mohawk Gas Main Extension Project ContinuesLake Mohawk Gas Main Extension Project Continues <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=904&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=engineering#gas> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=904&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=engineering#gas&print=1> Gas line construction continues during daylight hours on East Shore Trail, CR 613 in Sparta Township, Lake Mohawk. Plan alternate routes. Gas Main Installation on Halsey RoadGas Main Installation on Halsey Road <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=904&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=engineering#626> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=904&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=engineering#626&print=1> Beginning around August 5, watch for road closure and detour on CR 626, Halsey Road, near Kittatinny High School in Hampton Township for gas main installation. Sussex County Community College <https://www.sussex.edu> Registration for the Fall 2020 Semester Is OpenRegistration for the Fall 2020 Semester Is Open <https://sussex.edu/about-sussex/news-announcements/news/ccog?utm_source =scnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freecollege> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://sussex.edu/about-sussex/news-announcements/news/ccog?utm_source =scnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freecollege&print=1> Classes begin September 8! Sussex County Community College offers an array of Career and Technical Programs that support the growing need for a skilled workforce in New Jersey. Sussex offers 32 Associate of Applied Science programs that help students transition into a career upon graduation. More Chamber Hosts Second Virtual Job FairChamber Hosts Second Virtual Job Fair <http://www.sussexcountychamber.org/news_detail_T8_R210.php> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <http://www.sussexcountychamber.org/news_detail_T8_R210.php&print=1> The Sussex County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its second virtual job fair on August 6 at 10 a.m. Census 2020 Tip of the Month It's Not Too LateIt's Not Too Late <https://2020census.gov> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://2020census.gov&print=1> It's not too late to respond to the 2020 Census. Once you have responded, please encourage your family, friends, and loved ones to complete the census too. #2020Census Did You Know? Hurricane Season Peaks Mid-August to Late OctoberHurricane Season Peaks Mid-August to Late October <https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/> (8/4/2020) Print this story Print this story <https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/&print=1> The official hurricane season for the Atlantic Basin (the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico) is from 1 June to 30 November. As seen in the graph, the peak of the season is from mid-August to late October. (National Hurricane Center <https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/> ). Are you Ready? <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=3663> Your Kit / Your Plan <http://ready.nj.gov/plan-prepare/your-kit-plan.shtml> Get Tech Ready <https://www.ready.gov/get-tech-ready> _____ and don't miss. * Caregiver Support Groups are Suspended Until Further Notice <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/news?NID=36984&utm_source=newsletterdm&utm_ medium=email&utm_campaign=csg> * Sussex County Senior Times Newsletter <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?TPID=933&utm_source=newsletterd m&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=seniortimes#seniortimes> Subscribe to Sussex County Email Alerts... <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/MailingList/index.cfm?ID=32&TPID=7711&utm_s ource=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=subscribe> Sussex County Public Services and Events Calendar... <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/EventsCalendar?TPID=594> _____ A Program of the County of Sussex _____ Board of Chosen Freeholders Sylvia Petillo <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/TownCouncil/?CID=25&utm_source=newsletter&u tm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freeholder> Director Dawn Fantasia <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/TownCouncil/?CID=28&utm_source=newsletter&u tm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freeholder> Deputy Director Anthony Fasano <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/TownCouncil/?CID=353&utm_source=newsletter& utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freeholder> Joshua L. Hertzberg <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/TownCouncil/?CID=24&utm_source=newsletter&u tm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freeholder> Herbert Yardley <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/TownCouncil/?CID=26&utm_source=newsletter&u tm_medium=email&utm_campaign=freeholder> County Administrator Gregory V. Poff II <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/Mayor?TPID=590&utm_source=newsletter&utm_me dium=email&utm_campaign=administrator> The Board of Chosen Freeholders hopes you find the official County of Sussex Email Newsletter informative and helpful whether you live, work or play in our County. Please email your comments to feedback(a)sussex.nj.us <mailto:feedback@sussex.nj.us?subject=Sussex County E-News Feedback> . _____ Subscribe/Unsubscribe <https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/MailingList/index.cfm?ID=32&TPID=7711&utm_s ource=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=subscribe> to this periodic email newsletter. 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