What Does Community Service
Mean to You?
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Dear Friend,
What does community service mean to you?
Is it helping the needy? Creating community spaces? Mentoring young people? Serving on a board? Starting a non-profit? What does it mean to you?
The fact is that for everyone, there may be a different interpretation that is personal to them, and there is no more excellent gift than that which is given with an open and generous heart.
We built our society on the backbone of people giving themselves to the community and working collectively to create a harmonious environment for themselves and their families to enjoy. This evolved into our modern neighborhoods. We were not meant to live in isolation but instead share and grow as we collectively support each other.
I am grateful to everyone that has volunteered to serve by giving your time and talents to one of our boards or commissions. You are a significant cog in the wheel that keeps the city turning and running efficiently. Your community service is essential and we thank you.
There are other components to community service, such as helping to keep the community safe and clean. We don't have to be law enforcement officers or trained in the art of self-defense to fight back and protect our families and our neighbors.
The simple act of taking up the phone and alerting authorities if you see something suspicious could save a life, and the life you save today could potentially save yours tomorrow.
You don't have to be an employee of the municipal authority to help keep our city clean. You can keep the areas in front of your home or business neat and clean. You can mobilize your neighbors to do the same, and we can clean the Queen city one block at a time. We can report illegal dumping and littering when we see it, and we can be ambassadors for Plainfield Pride and Love. If we don't care about our city, who will? A clean city is a healthy city, it’s our collective responsibility.
We have to get involved if our community is to survive and thrive. If we see something, we must speak up. If you know something, if you hear something, say something.
There has never been a time when it has been more critical for the village to rise and be their brother's keepers. Ultimately, these actions will lead to an increased quality of life for every resident of our city.
Plainfield, this is a call to action. If you genuinely care, if you want to give back to your community, if you're going to be of service in your community, get involved. Now is the time to take a stand, for your community, for your city, for your family.
I implore you to let your Plainfield pride show where it matters most, to protect the lives here. To preserve safe streets where our children can walk and play freely and where we show our love for the city we live in by taking pride in its appearance and its health.
In a few weeks, the Department of Public Works will partner with the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority and the Love Plainfield team to host a citywide clean-up day. On that day, we'll ask every resident to take responsibility for an area and join in the clean-up effort. We'll share more details shortly.
Now is the time to #LovePlainfield.
What will your community service say about you?
Creating One Plainfield. One Future.
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¿Para usted qué significa el servicio comunitario? |
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Querido Friend,
¿Para usted qué significa el servicio comunitario?
¿Sera, ayudar a los más necesitados? ¿Crear espacios comunitarios? ¿Tutorando a los jóvenes? ¿Servir en una junta directiva? ¿Iniciar una organización sin fines de lucro? ¿Qué significa para ti?
El hecho es que para todos, puede haber una interpretación diferente que sea personal para ellos, y no hay un regalo más excelente que el que se da con un corazón abierto y generoso.
Construimos nuestra sociedad sobre la columna de las personas que se entregan a la comunidad y trabajan colectivamente para crear un ambiente armonioso para que ellos y sus familias disfruten. Esto evolucionó a nuestros barrios modernos. No estábamos destinados a vivir aislados, sino a compartir y crecer a medida que nos apoyamos colectivamente unos a otros.
Estoy agradecido a todos los que se han ofrecido como voluntarios para servir donando su tiempo y talentos a una de nuestras juntas o comisiones. Usted es un engranaje importante en la rueda que mantiene la ciudad girando y funcionando de manera eficiente. Su servicio a la comunidad es esencial y le damos las gracias.
Hay otros componentes del servicio comunitario, como ayudar a mantener a la comunidad segura y limpia. No tenemos que ser agentes de la ley o entrenados en el arte de la autodefensa para defendernos y proteger a nuestras familias y nuestros vecinos.
El simple acto de tomar el teléfono y alertar a las autoridades si ves algo sospechoso podría salvar una vida, y la vida que salvas hoy podría potencialmente salvar la tuya mañana.
No tienes que ser un empleado de la autoridad municipal para ayudar a mantener nuestra ciudad limpia. Puede mantener las áreas frente a su hogar o negocio ordenados y limpios. Puede movilizar a sus vecinos para que hagan lo mismo, y podemos limpiar la ciudad de Queen una cuadra a la vez. Podemos reportar vertidos ilegales y basura cuando lo vemos, y podemos ser embajadores del Orgullo y el Amor de Plainfield. Si no nos preocupamos por nuestra ciudad, ¿quién lo hará? Una ciudad limpia es una ciudad saludable, es nuestra responsabilidad colectiva.
Tenemos que involucrarnos si queremos que nuestra comunidad sobreviva y prospere. Si vemos algo, debemos alzar la voz. Si sabes algo, si escuchas algo, di algo.
Nunca ha habido un momento en el que haya sido más crítico para el pueblo criar y ser los guardianes de sus hermanos. Últimamente, estas acciones conducirán a una mayor calidad de vida para todos los residentes de nuestra ciudad.
Plainfield, este es un llamado a la acción. Si realmente te importa, si quieres retribuir a tu comunidad, si vas a ser de servicio en tu comunidad, involúcrate. Ahora es el momento de tomar una posición, por su comunidad, por su ciudad, por su familia.
Te imploro que dejes que tu orgullo de Plainfield muestre donde más importa, para proteger las vidas aquí. Para preservar calles seguras donde nuestros hijos puedan caminar y jugar libremente y donde mostremos nuestro amor por la ciudad en la que vivimos al enorgullecernos de su apariencia y su salud.
En unas semanas, el Departamento de Obras Públicas se asociará con la Autoridad municipal de servicios públicos de Plainfield y el equipo de Amo Plainfield para organizar un día de limpieza en toda la ciudad. En ese día, le pediremos a cada residente que asuma la responsabilidad de un área y se una al esfuerzo de limpieza. Compartiremos más detalles en breve.
Ahora es el momento de #AmoPlainfield.
Creando Un Plainfield. Un Futuro.
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How to Give Back to Our Communities |
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How to Give Back to Our Communities | NowThisKids |
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REMINDER: COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS LIFTED AT CITY HALL |
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- All Visitors MUST have a face mask and/or covering
- Temperature check required upon entry into building
- Sign-in required
- Visitor badges will be issued
- Must identify department that you are visiting
Please note that while City Hall is open to the public you may still transact business online as we are now accepting online payments for the following departments:
Clerk's Office
Inspections Division
Health Division
Health Division - Animal Licenses
Tax Collection Office
We thank you for your support and helping us to keep our community safe.
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CITY OF PLAINFIELD | VACCINE LOTTERY
REMINDER
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The Vaccine Lottery was created to incentivize unvaccinated residents to do so. As we begin to get back to normal we are aware of the "delta variant" which is more transmissible and causes more severe symptoms than the original strain of COVID-19.
If you are not vaccinated it is easy to receive the vaccine and keep yourself and your family protected. Address any concerns with your health care provider.
You can be vaccinated through the City of Plainfield, Union County, or the Neighborhood Health Center with any approved vaccine and have a chance to win $5,000.
- Participants must be 18 years or older and proof of Plainfield residency is required.
- Entry tickets will be available at the vaccine location.
- Four (4) winners will be drawn monthly beginning in August.
- Mayor Adrian O. Mapp will select the lucky winners on the second Friday of each month.
- Please note - the lottery is for residents who have NOT yet been vaccinated.
Continue to stay safe.
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Vacúnese a través de la Ciudad de Plainfield, el Condado de Union o el Centro de Salud del Vecindario con cualquier vacuna aprobada y tenga la oportunidad de ganar $5,000. Participantes deben tener 18 años o más y se requiere prueba de residencia en Plainfield.
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CITY OF PLAINFIELD | NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE PAYMENTS |
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GREAT NEWS! The City of Plainfield is now accepting online credit card and eCheck payments for the following divisions and departments:
Clerk's Office
Inspections Division
Health Division
Health Division - Animal Licenses
Tax Collection Office
Please refer any questions or concerns to communications@plainfieldnj.gov.
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#LOVEPLAINFIELD | #AMOPLAINFIELD
SPOTLIGHT
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On Friday, July 16th at the Friday on the Plaza event the #LovePlainfield Drawing Competition winners were presented their awards by Mayor Adrian O. Mapp and First
Lady Amelia Mapp.
Congratulations again to the winners!!!!
#LovePlainfieldNJ #LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield
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Contest Winners with Mayor Adrian O. Mapp, First Lady Amelia Mapp, Council President Steve Hockaday, Council Vice President Barry Goode, Councilwoman Ashley Davis, Councilwoman Joylette Mills-Ransome and
Councilman Charles McRae.
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Tatiana Murillo - 8th Grade
1st Place
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Stephanie Muralles - 5th Grade
2nd Place & Best Theme Winner
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Sam Aguirre - 4th Grade
2nd Place
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Ricardo Caravante Menijar - 11th Grade
1st Place
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Hennesys Martinez - 10th Grade
1st Place & Best Drawing Winner
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Kylee Ramirez - 7th Grade
1st Place
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Onyinye Ofunwa - 9th Grade
1st Place
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Marelyn Coc Rax - 1st Grade
2nd Place
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Leslie Ramirez Mendez - 9th Grade
2nd Place
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Esperanza Garcia - 1st Grade
1st Place
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UNION COUNTY: Union County Launches Rent Relief Program for Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Registration portal for participating landlords opens on Monday, July 26
Tenants can begin applying on August 2
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Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of County Commissioners is launching a new grant program to provide financial relief for Union County residents unable to meet their rental obligations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the new Emergency Rental Assistance Program, eligible tenants can receive up to 12 months of assistance for unpaid back rent and utility bills.
The funds will be awarded to landlords and utility providers on behalf of tenants who are eligible for the grant.
Landlords and tenants are encouraged to register for this program in order to expedite the grant process. The registration portal for landlords will open on Monday, July 26, at ucnj.org/rental-assistance. The application portal for tenants will open on Monday, August 2, also at ucnj.org/rental-assistance.
“Our goal is to get the word out to every building with tenants who are qualified to participate in the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, and get relief to those who need it as quickly as possible. We strongly encourage landlords and tenants to communicate with each other about the availability of relief through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, so applications can be reviewed without delay,” said Commissioner Board Chairman Alexander Mirabella.
The landlord and the tenant portals will both remain open throughout the application phase of the program. The portals include guidance on assembling the information and documents necessary to apply for funding.
In an effort to reach as many landlords and eligible tenants as possible, the Commissioner Board is advertising the Emergency Rental Assistance Program on television, radio, printed media, online media, and social media.
To qualify for Union County Emergency Rental Assistance funding, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Union County resident primarily responsible for paying rent;
- Make less than 80% of the average median income of Union County (e.g., less than $78,500 for a family of four);
- Experienced a loss of income since March 13, 2020 related to the Covid-19 pandemic;
- Provide required supporting documentation (copies of identification, tax returns, lease or other proof of income/residence may be acceptable, etc.).
Once the application is submitted, applicants will be notified of the funding decision. If approved, the funds will be provided to the landlord or utility provider on their behalf.
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is funded through the Federal CARES Act for COVID-19 emergency relief. Additional CARES Act programs created by the Commissioner Board include child care assistance for low-income families and respite assistance for those caring for children with special needs and disabilities, and as well as grants for libraries, schools, restaurants and other small businesses, and non-profit organizations.
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FROM THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE:
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation to Provide $135 Million in Small Business Relief
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Brings EDA Total to More than $700 Million in Direct Small Business Relief Since the Start of the Pandemic |
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TENAFLY, NJ – Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation (S-3982) providing additional aid to small businesses as New Jersey continues to provide support to small businesses as they recover from the pandemic. The bill provides $135 million to small businesses throughout the state and will be administered by the Economic Development Authority as part of its Phase IV Emergency Grant Program and NJ Community Stage Relief Grant Program.
“As small businesses throughout New Jersey continue to struggle from the economic aftermath of COVID-19, we remain committed to providing them with the resources they need to recover,” said Governor Phil Murphy. “Together with our partners at the federal level, the EDA and other departments have provided more than three quarters of a billion dollars to our small business community as we emerge from the pandemic stronger and more resilient.”
“Governor Murphy understands that the setbacks small businesses faced during the COVID-19 pandemic continue to impact them long after they reopen and return to full capacity. That is why supporting small businesses is a central component of the Governor’s plan for a stronger, fairer recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic,” said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Tim Sullivan. “The $135 million in additional COVID-19 relief funding enacted today will be a lifeline to small businesses as they reopen and return to full capacity. The targeted funds for restaurants, arts and culture organizations, and child care providers will be particularly important in ensuring businesses that were severely impacted by the pandemic have the resources they need to make a full recovery, and the Governor’s focus on ensuring equitable and inclusive distribution of resources will move us closer to of a stronger, fairer New Jersey economy.”
In the Senate, the bill was sponsored by Senators Dawn Marie Addiego and Linda Greenstein. In the Assembly, the bill was sponsored by Assembly Members Gordon Johnson, Vince Mazzeo, and Andrew Zwicker.
“The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on all of us, with our business community being among the most affected,” said Senator Dawn Addiego. “This grant will be a crucial step to aid many of our small businesses as they continue to recover from the pandemic. While we can’t recoup the full losses they have endured over the last year, our hope is that this funding, which brings us to nearly $500 million dollars in assistance issued to small businesses and nonprofits, can help the community to rebuild, recover and reopen.”
“Over the past year, many small businesses have had to make the unfortunate decision to close down permanently due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Senator Linda Greenstein. “As we move past the pandemic, it is imperative that we aid our surviving businesses and provide opportunities for new businesses to prosper. This $135 million appropriation will provide valuable aid to our businesses across the state as we begin to resume normal operations once again.”
“The last year and a half have been economically challenging for many New Jersey families, businesses, and the organizations serving our communities,” said Assemblyman Gordon Johnson. “It’s time to get back on track. The allocation of this federal funding will aid in helping New Jersey do just that.”
“New Jersey is on the road to economic recovery as we move out of the public health crisis and back to normal,” said Assemblyman Vince Mazzeo. “This is critical funding, especially to areas such as Atlantic County which were already working on reinvigorating the local economy before COVID-19, to assist small businesses, support child care services and many other important programs families rely on throughout the state.”
"New Jersey is on course to economic recovery with State funding and the assistance of federal aid dollars as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021,” said Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker. "The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone in the State from small businesses to families struggling to find adequate childcare. We have a little ways to go to fully returning to a sense of normalcy but we will. This funding will help many who have felt the effects of this difficult year."
The bulk of the funding will be administered by the NJEDA, and will help fund all eligible Phase IV applications. To date, the EDA has allocated more than $650 million in aid to tens of thousands of small businesses across the state.
The breakdown of the $135 million in today’s legislation is as follows:
- Microbusinesses: $55 million
- Bars and Restaurants: $15 million
- Child Care Facilities: $10 million
- For Profit Arts and Culture Organizations: $10 million
- Eligible Small Businesses and Non Profit Organizations: $45 million
The bill signing was held at Simply Vietnamese restaurant in Tenafly, owned by K.T. Tran and Joseph Diovisalvo.
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FROM THE WHITE HOUSE:
Press Briefing by White House COVID-19 Response Team and Public Health Officials
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MR. ZIENTS: Good morning, and thanks for joining us.
Today, Dr. Walensky will provide an update on the state of the pandemic, Dr. Fauci will present on the effectiveness of the vaccines and cases among the vaccinated, and I will discuss our work to get more people vaccinated and help states curb the spread of the virus. And Dr. Murthy will talk about the on-the-ground work we’re supporting in communities to get more people vaccinated. And then we’ll open it up for questions.
Over to Dr. Walensky.
DR. WALENSKY: Good morning. Thank you. And let’s begin with an overview of the data. Yesterday, CDC reported 46,318 new cases of COVID-19. Our seven-day average is at about 37,700 cases per day, and this represents an increase of 53 percent from the prior seven-day average. The seven-day average of hospital admissions is about 35,000 per day — an increase of about 32 percent from the previous seven-day period. And the seven-day average of daily deaths has also increased to 237 per day — and increase of about 19 percent from the previous seven-day period.
Today, I want to speak about our need to come together against a common enemy — SARS-CoV-2 and the Delta variant. The Delta variant is spreading with incredible efficiency and now represents more than 83 percent of the virus circulating in the United States. Compared to the virus we had circulating initially in the United States at the start of the pandemic, the Delta variant is more aggressive and much more transmissible than previously circulating strains. It is one of the most infectious respiratory viruses we know of and that I have seen in my 20-year career.
We recognize that some of you are still thinking about whether you will get vaccinated. Maybe you’re seeing your local officials stepping forward publicly to get vaccinated, or maybe you’re watching on local news that your community hospitals are getting full. Or scarier still, maybe COVID-19 sickness has tragically hit you or your community closer to home.
If you are still on the fence, if you still have questions about the vaccines, we welcome them. My request to you is this: Ask your questions. Talk to your healthcare provider. Talk to your pharmacist. Talk to your friends and neighbors who have gotten vaccinated and get your questions answered so that you feel comfortable and informed in making this critical decision. And, please, continue to do the things that we know work to protect you and your family until you are fully vaccinated.
If you are not vaccinated, please take the Delta variant seriously. This virus has no incentive to let up, and it remains in search of the next vulnerable person to infect.
Please consider getting vaccinated and take precautions until you do. And if you’ve already had COVID infection, CDC guidance strongly recommends that you get vaccinated. It gives you longer-lasting and more robust protection with the breadth and depth of coverage needed to conquer the variants currently circulating in this country.
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Issue or Concern ? Report it |
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Mayor Adrian O. Mapp and the City of Plainfield are committed to making it as easy as possible to report concerns in our city. To that end, we've partnered with REPORT IT, which is now live in Plainfield and ready to be used as an important supplemental reporting tool.
Report it makes community reporting easier than ever! Residents and visitors can download the app by scanning the barcode above or by going to your phone's app store. Your reports will be submitted to the appropriate city department, and the city will work to resolve the issue or complaint.
You have the power to be the eyes and ears of our city! Your reports can greatly increase the quality of life in Plainfield. Let's work together to keep our city safe- If you see it, say it with Report It.
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As we navigate these uncertain times please know that everyone at City Hall is working to ensure that you are safe, secure and healthy. If you need anything addition please contact us at 908.753.3000
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One Plainfield. One Future |
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