Happy Independence Day 2020!
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Carol Peterson (left) & Alison Fleeson (right)
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Alison Fleeson and Carol Peterson Named “Hometown Heroes” by Congressman Josh Gottheimer
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Fleeson and Peterson Were One of Several 5th District Individuals Honored for Outstanding Contributions to the Community
Congressman Josh Gottheimer named Oakland residents Alison Fleeson and Carol Peterson as recipients of the 5th District Hometown Heroes Award.
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Fleeson and Peterson, both environmental leaders and volunteers in Oakland, will be honored along with other community leaders from various Bergen County municipalities on July 6 via a virtual ceremony held by Gottheimer.
Nominees were chosen by neighbors and community leaders for their outstanding contributions to the community by volunteering, serving or working to help others. The 5th District Hometown Heroes Awards are presented to business leaders, first responders, teachers, children, seniors, and community leaders to recognize their commitment to bettering the lives of other New Jersey residents and families.
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Oakland Recreation Announces Three New Hall of Fame Members
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There will be three new, very deserving members in the Oakland Sports Hall of Fame. Every year the Sports Association of Oakland elects members to the Hall of Fame.
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Each member’s plaque is found on the west wall inside of the Danny Delia building. The 2020 nominees have dedicated years to serving Oakland’s youth and were perfect stewards of the Oakland recreation program. Oakland is a very unique community where volunteerism drives so much of our town and our recreation program is lead by all volunteers. Below is the Hall of Fame Class of 2020, in no particular order.
Bill Savage was the lifeblood of Oakland’s basketball program for over 15-years. Besides being its travel & referee coordinator, as well as travel coach, Bill helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for the program. He also coached soccer and softball for 5 years, and baseball for eight. Most recently Bill retired as coordinator and player for men’s adult basketball. When Bill was asked about his pending induction he said, "It was important for me to teach the kids about the sports I coached, ensuring that it was fun and hoped to have them acquire a love for the games they played.” Bill added, “Most importantly it was about being a positive influence on the kids and have them know that I would always be there for them, on and off the court or field. I will always cherish my time, sharing experiences with the youth of Oakland. They made me a better person." Beautifully stated.
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Bergen County Small Business Grant Program To Begin Accepting Applications July 13
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HACKENSACK, N.J. — Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco announces that the application portal for the Bergen County CARES Municipal Reimbursement Program to provide relief for municipalities straddled with expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic is now open as of June 29th.
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Under the Bergen CARES Municipal Reimbursement Program, all 70 municipalities are entitled to direct reimbursement from the County for COVID-19-related expenses identified in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These expenses include payroll expenses for health care workers and public safety employees, personal protective equipment and building improvements. To receive credentials for the cloud-based Municipal Reimbursement Application System, all municipalities must submit the Bergen County CARES Act Municipality Reimbursement Agreement with approval of their local government body to the County of Bergen. The Bergen County CARES Act Municipality Reimbursement Agreement was distributed to every municipality on June 10.
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We have all been impacted by the pandemic. We want to know how this is affecting our children.
A collaboration was formed between the Oakland Public Library and the Oakland-Franklin Lakes Rotary Club to commemorate this period of time in history through the eyes of our children. We are reaching out to our students to create a drawing, poem and/or essay reflecting their experiences during this pandemic.
A "time-capsule" scrapbook will be put together and housed in our library. You can send your child's submission to
oflrotary@gmail.com
or mail or deliver to me at 195 Ramapo Valley Road.
Stay safe.
Mayor Linda H. Schwager
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Mobile Testing Site Dates and Locations (WEATHER PERMITTING):
Wednesday, J uly 1 – Ramsey & Allendale
North Central Avenue, Ramsey (The lot directly across from Ramsey Municipal Hall)
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Thursday, July 2 – Rochelle Park
300 Rochelle Avenue, Rochelle Park (Midland School)
*First responders from 9-9:30 AM and general public 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM*
All sites hours unless otherwise noted will be:
- 9-10am for first responders and healthcare workers
- 10am-2:30pm for the general public
Mobile testing is available on a first come, first serve basis and is free of charge to the patient, regardless of health insurance status. All community mobile testing sites will offer the COVID-19 saliva and COVID-19 antibody tests. The COVID-19 saliva test is available to all county residents regardless of symptoms, as well as first responders, healthcare workers, and municipal or county employees who work in Bergen County with proof of employment.
Due to demand, antibody testing will be limited to 200 per day and only be available for Bergen County first responders, healthcare workers, and Bergen County residents who previously tested positive for COVID-19 with documentation of prior test results.
For the COVID-19 saliva test, please do not eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum 30 minutes prior to arrival. Identification is necessary so please bring your driver’s license/ID card, social security card, passport, or birth certificate. Proof of Bergen County residency or that you work in Bergen County is required so please bring your driver’s license, utility bill, pay stub, or work ID. If you have an insurance card, also have that with you.
The County of Bergen and Bergen New Bridge Medical Center remind all residents that mobile testing is only one way to get tested. COVID-19 saliva screening and antibody testing are also available by appointment at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. To make an appointment please visit
https://www.newbridgehealth.org/bergen-covid19-screening/
for more information.
Please note that these County/BNBMC operated testing sites is separate from the FEMA site located at Bergen Community College.
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Your Monthly Garbage & Recycling Cheat Sheet
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Yard Waste:
This service begins Monday, April 6, 2020 or Tuesday, April 7, 2020 and ends Monday, December 7, 2020 or Tuesday, December 8, 2020. There is no yard waste collection during the winter months. Yard waste is never permitted in the household garbage collection. Do not put any yard waste in plastic bags. Should your yard waste not be collected, it is most likely due to COVID-19 staffing issues with the hauler, and we advise that you please leave out the yard waste on the curb and the hauler will return during the week to collect. Check the Borough Website for updates.
If your yard waste was not collected, please leave out at the curb and the hauler will be back during the week.
Electronics:
July 1 & 15
Paper:
July 1, 15, & 29
Commingled:
July 8 & 22
Household Appliances/Metal:
July 9*
Trash:
Mon & Thurs garbage collection on the South side of town. Tues & Fri garbage collection on the North side of town.
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Recycling Information
Garbage and Recycling barrels must be placed at the curb prior to 5:00am on the day of your scheduled collection. Please note that it is unlawful to place garbage, recyclables, or yard waste at curbside earlier than 4:00pm prior to the day of collection. All empty barrels need to be removed from the curb before 9:00pm on collection day. Please retrieve your empty cans from curbside as soon as possible.
Oakland residents have year round garbage collection twice per week based on your side of town. In the case of a holiday, pickup is skipped until the next regularly scheduled garbage collection day. Monday and Thursday garbage collection on the South side (see Streets) Tuesday and Friday garbage collection on the North side
Both sides of town have a Recyclables collection every Wednesday. Paper/ Cardboard or Commingled (bottles, cans, containers) are collected on alternate weeks. Please check the enclosed dates for which material goes out on a particular day. Residents must properly separate recyclables into two separate containers for collection or they cannot be picked up and will be left at the curb.
Food and drink cartons can be recycled with commingled. Our hauler accepts clean food and beverage cartons. For best recycling results, do not flatten the cartons.
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First Responders Flash
Briefing
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Message from the Oakland Police Department:
We, the Oakland Police Department, understand there may be a lot of anxiety these days due to the COVID-19 situation. The pandemic has added to everyone’s level of stress and uncertainty. Please know that the Oakland Police Department has adjusted our operations to handle the COVID-19 pandemic. Officers are continuing to respond to all calls for service; however, they may be doing it a bit differently.
Officers will be handling certain report requests and other matters via telephone; therefore, anyone who needs to file a report or has a pending issue that needs to be addressed, can call the department and the communication will be completed by phone.
- The Oakland PD lobby is open for all emergencies; however, for non-emergencies, please call or use the intercom system outside of the front door.
- Our community outreach programs have been suspended until further notice.
- Officers are still responding to residences but may keep their distance from you and ask you to speak with them outside.
Have the confidence in us to know that we will always be here in your time of need.
We urge you to continue social distancing practices and stay home. If you have to leave your home for essentials, please refer to the NJ Governor’s Executive Order for restrictions:
Oakland residents have been great since this pandemic began by enduring this unprecedented time with great fortitude, resilience & compassion. Let’s continue to work together and help each other (while still maintaining social distancing) to get through this difficult situation. If anyone needs anything, give us a call.
Emergencies- 9-1-1
Non-emergencies- (201) 337-6171
Chief Keith Sanzari
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Project Medicine Drop is still active at this time.
Project Medicine Drop is an initiative involving the installation of "prescription drug drop boxes" at participating New Jersey police departments.
The Oakland Police Department keeps the locked metal box inside our lobby with the “Project Medicine Drop” logo clearly visible and recognizable.
Project Medicine Drop allows the public to dispose of unused and expired prescription medications safely, securely, and anonymously. The opportunity is available seven days a week, 365 days a year.
If you are disposing of medication we ask that you follow this procedure:
- We do not accept loose medication and request it be placed in a Ziploc bag.
- Deposit the sealed Ziploc bag into our drop box
We CANNOT and DO NOT accept:
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Oakland Fire Department
Become a Member!
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The Oakland Fire Department is always looking for additional volunteer firefighters to protect the lives and property of our neighbors in Oakland. Our department has been serving the residents of Oakland for over 100 years (1909). The Oakland Fire Department is all volunteer. We operate from two firehouses, Company 1 at the Yawpo Ave firehouse and Company.
To become a member of the Oakland Fire Department you must be at least 16 years old, be a US Citizen, be in good physical condition, be a legal resident of Oakland for a minimum of six months and have not been convicted of a felony. Once accepted, you will need to complete an 18 week Basic Firefighters course, Firefighter I, at the Bergen County Fire Academy in Mahwah.
For more information and a membership application, come to the Yawpo Ave firehouse any Monday night at 7:00 PM and ask to speak to one of our Chiefs.
at the Hiawatha Blvd firehouse.
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Message from Oakland First Aid Squad
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The Oakland First Aid Squad does not perform flu or COVID-19 testing.
Being brought to the hospital via ambulance does not guarantee that you will arrive at the hospital quicker, and it does not guarantee that you will be seen
more quickly at the Hospital. Treatment order is determined by need; the most critically ill will receive care first.
If you have fever, cough, chills, mildness shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle aches, sore throat, fatigue, runny nose, or around someone exhibiting these symptoms, contact your doctor for medical advice. If your doctor recommends that you be evaluated in the hospital, first attempt to have a family member drive you. Care for these complaints cannot be provided by EMS.
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ONLY call 9-1-1 for life threatening emergencies. Examples include chest pain, allergic reactions, suspected stroke, significant difficulty breathing, unconsciousness, seizures, serious burns, uncontrollable bleeding, serious accidents, and overdose/poisonings.
If you call 9-1-1, you will be asked screening questions. Please answer ALL screening questions truthfully. This will ensure EMS take necessary precautions.
Introduction of EMS crews and members of the Police Department into your home will inherently disrupt your effort to self-quarantine/self-isolate/socially distance yourself. Please take this risk seriously.
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Oakland Public Library to Open July 6, 2020:
The Library opens its doors on July 6!
With that, there are some rules we all need to abide by:
- All patrons who wish to enter must wear a mask.
- Curbside pickup will continue for the foreseeable future.
- No furniture may be brought into the library.
- A self-check application will soon be available for smart devices.
- Social distancing of 6 feet will be observed,
- 1 on 1 interaction with the staff will not be available in person
Curbside Pick- Up :
Please call the Library at 201-337-3742 #7002 or email
oaklcirc@bccls.org
to place your Adult Department or Children's Department requests.
OPLNJ can put together a selection of materials, just make sure we are aware of your preferences. Please include your name and phone number on all messages. Returned materials will be quarantined for 3 weeks and will remain on your card until the staff can check them in. Not to worry as
It is a Fine Free Summer at the Library! (This does not include lost or damaged books)
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July 1 begins Summer reading in the Adult and Children's Department.
- The first 50 in the Adult Reading who sign up will win prizes.
- Each week a new name is pulled from the submitted book titles that you have read.
- The prizes include $35.00 Gift Cards to an Oakland Restaurant of your choosing, a Kindle Fire, and a Kindle Paperwhite.
- The Grand Prize is a $100.00 Gift Card to the Oakland Restaurant of your choosing.
- How to Write Your Book by the End of Summer with Best-selling Author Jamie Novak. Thursday, July 9 at 7:00 PM Zoom-In Registration Required
- Highlights of Central Park with Mario Medici is Thursday, July 16 at 7:00 PM Zoom-in Registration Required
- Qigong with Tara Farley happens on Mondays, July 6 - August 10 at 11:00 AM Zoom-in Registration Required
- PLEASE GO THE CALENDAR DATE OF PROGRAM AT WWW.OAKLANDNJLIBRARY.ORG FOR ZOOM-IN REGISTRATION.
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Children's Department:
Summer Reading for Pre-readers and Readers can earn a small prize for every 25 books read. Virtual programs you can access on Terrific Tuesdays and Super Fun Thursdays, Music and Movement programs on Fridays July 10 - August 14.
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Oakland Senior Center Reopening for Outdoor Programs:
The Oakland Senior Center is excited to welcome back our members. A limited schedule of socially distanced outdoor programs have been set up on the patio. The calendar and newsletter with updated policies and procedures are available on the Oakland website. Hard copies are available to pick up outside of the Senior Center 24/7 as well. We are also continuing to host Free Zoom Fitness classes weekly. They are open to the entire community. Those interested are asked to register on Community Pass. More information on how to register is available on the Oakland Facebook. If anyone needs assistance, please reach out to the senior center at (201) 405-7731.
Our online classes are:
- Tuesdays 1:00-2:00pm: Fit for Life, a cardio, toning, & balance class
- Thursdays 10:00-10:45am: Zumba
Any senior resident who is in need of assistance with obtaining food are encouraged to reach out to us at the center. There are several programs available through the county as well as our own volunteer food shopping program in place. We are continuing to offer the volunteer food shopping program for Seniors and those in the community with disabilities or medical conditions preventing them from food shopping. If anyone needs assistance with this or other matters, can reach out to the senior center at (201) 405-7731 or by email at
seniors@oakland-nj.org
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Friendly reminder that New Jersey’s upcoming all vote-by-mail primary election is only a week away and will be held on Tuesday, July 7th.
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There are two ways to send in your ballot, you can simply put it in the mail or you can drop off your ballot at one of six Bergen County Board of Elections Ballot Drop Boxes across the county:
- Demarest - 118 Serpentine Road, Demarest, NJ (Borough Hall)
- Fort Lee - 1355 Inwood Terrace/Anderson Avenue Circular Driveway (Fort Lee Community Center)
- Hackensack - One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ (County Administration Building)
- Ramsey - 30 Wyckoff Avenue (Library - in rear of building)
- Ridgewood - 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ (Village Hall)
- Rutherford - 176 Park Avenue, Rutherford (Borough Hall)
Ballot Drop Boxes are available 24-hours. Ballots must be in the Drop Box by 8PM on election night. Ballots left after 8PM on election night will be considered late and not counted.
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Borough Offices are closed on Friday July 3, 2020 in observance of Independence Day. Borough Offices will re-open on Monday July 7, 2020.
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Primary Election is Tuesday July 7
th
. All registered Republicans and Democrats were mailed a ballot. All other voters were mailed an application for a mail in ballot. Please mail in your ballot or use one of the drop boxes in Bergen County (
https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/bergen-county-board-of-elections/ballot-drop-box-locations
). There will be one polling place open on Election Day.
Only voters with disabilities will be able to vote in the machine and must sign a certification that they are disabled.
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Please see the attached flyer for Summer 2020 Tennis Clinics with All Pro Tennis, beginning June 26th. Please email Barry to reserve your spot and then bring the form and payment to your first clinic. All details are on the flyer.
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Oakland Recreation is hosting TGA Lacrosse Camps this summer. Registration is open until August 1, 2020.
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Oakland Recreation is hosting TGA Cheerleading Camps this summer. Registration is open until August 1, 2020.
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Oakland Recreation is hosting TGA Assorted Camps this summer. Registration is open until August 1, 2020.
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The Oakland Recreation Commission has a vacancy. The primary role will be handling the roller hockey program. To those interested, please submit a Citizen Leadership form by July 15, 2020 and interviews will be scheduled shortly afterwards.
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Communications Commission
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This Week in Oakland Episode 10 is now available on Oakland TV Channel 77 and FiOS 45. The Episode is also posted to the
Borough’s YouTube Page.
Special Graduation Edition Episode 11 of This Week in Oakland is airing tonight at 6:30 p.m. on Oakland VT Channel 77 and FiOS 45. The Episode is also posted to the
Borough's YouTube Page.
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The Oakland Communications Commission and Oakland TV Committee have been putting their extra time to good use and are excited to continue to air This Week in Oakland – a helpful, informative, and interesting program made in Oakland, by and for Oaklanders. Segments over the next few episodes will span from art, to cooking, to nature, to pet care, and many other things in between!
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Communications Commission
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The Oakland Communications Commission has a vacancy for a Commissioner slot. To those interested and to learn more about the position, please email occ@oakland-nj.org. Opportunities include TV Production, Bulletin Board, and Borough Newsletter.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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Backyard Composter Bins are available for purchase at the Oakland Department of Public Works, 63 Oak Street, Oakland, NJ 07436 during normal business hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The composter is available at a discounted price to Oakland Residents at $60.00.
Questions, email recycle@oakland-nj.or (201) 337-8104.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team Crayon and Marker Program is currently suspended due to the COVID-19 crisis. Notification will be made once the program is active again.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Oakland Sustainable Jersey Green Team is always seeking new volunteers. To those that may be interested, or would like to learn more, please email "greenteam@oakland-nj.org" for more information.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team would like to remind residents to please not idle their car! It saves gas, it saves the planet, and it makes us healthier.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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Sustainable Bergen HUB
The Sustainable Bergen HUB hosted a Composting 1010 Seminar via ZOOM. The seminar is available for viewing below. The Sustainable Oakland Green Team and Co-Chair Carol Peterson participated in the seminar. The seminar is also airing on Oakland TV Channel 77 and FiOS 45 everyday at 4 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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Composting across Bergen County!
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The Oakland Environmental Commission presents "Battery Recycling" at the Borough Hall, 1 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436.
Place in Plastic Box:
- Single Use Batteries
- AA, AAA, C, D, Watch, and Hearing Aid Batteries.
Place in Cardboard Box:
- Rechargeable Batteries
- AA, AAA, C, D, 9 Volt, Tool Batteries, Cell Phones.
Collection is for Oakland NJ Residents ONLY. No commercial businesses.
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Mayor's Wellness Campaign
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Walking meditation is a way to practice moving without a goal or intention. Mindful walking simply means walking while being aware of each step and of our breath. Mindful walking can release our sorrows and our worries and help bring peace into our body and mind.
Click here
for a 10 minute solo meditation walk you can do inside your home. There are many audio and videos online.
Our life is shaped by our mind, for we become what we think. Namaste!
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Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Council Members
Lew Levy - Council President
John Biale, Robert Knapp, Pat Pignatelli, Russell Talamini, Grant Van Eck
Chairman Ryan Schwertfeger
Vice Chairwoman Elizabeth Llorente
Jim Barry, Alex McVeigh, Andrea Levy
Junior Member: Benjamin Good
Patricia Carrera (Alt.), Salma Shamy (Alt. 2)
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Borough of Oakland, New Jersey
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