Township of Verona Newsletter: July 2020 Issue

Township of Verona Newsletter

July 2020

The Township of Verona website remains the primary source for all information.

Please visit www.VeronaNJ.org

Recreation

The Pool is OPEN

The Pool is open and there are discounted memberships still available. There are some changes this year due to COVID-19 so please read the updated 2020 information here.

NEW Pool Occupancy Tracker - Check before you go! Due to COVID-19 there are capacity restrictions in place at the Pool this season. Before you pack up you can use our new live tracker to see what the current capacity is.

Visit www.VeronaNJ.org/Pool to access the tracker & more...

Fall Programs

Registration is currently open for the following fall programs. All registration is done through CommunityPass:

Girls Field Hockey: Grades 4-8
Boys & Girls Rec. Soccer: Grades 1-8
Girls Travel Volleyball Tryouts

Economic Development

Outdoor Dining

Our businesses need your support more than ever so please try to shop local and #ShopVerona whenever possible.

The current situation has forced our businesses to get creative in order to survive the economic fallout, which is why Verona recently passed a resolution to allow for increased outdoor dining.

Many of our amazing restaurants have created some kind of outdoor seating, which can be enjoyed while following the safety guidelines put in place by the State.

We remind all our residents to support our local businesses and to please follow the rules when heading out in town.

Please familiarize yourself with the Outdoor Dining Guidelines before heading out to make sure your visit is as safe and enjoyable as possible. This is new for our restaurants and we ask that you remain patient and understanding during this time.

Finance & Tax

Taxes are due August 1 ^st . The grace period ends on August 10 ^th . The Tax office will remain closed to the public during this time.

We are available by phone Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm, 973-857-4777.

We are currently accepting payments via the methods listed below:

Mail your payment to Township of Verona, 600 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, NJ 07044

Sign up for automatic payments. This Automatic Debit Application is on our website at https://www.VeronaNJ.org/Taxes. This service is free of charge and payments are typically processed on the due date of each quarter. Our office must receive the application no later than July 20^thto qualify for the August 1^st payment.

Pay online at www.veronanj.org. Click “Pay a Bill” on the bottom right of the homepage and follow the prompts to make a payment. You will receive a confirmation email from the merchant as a receipt. As a courtesy, the Township is crediting the merchant fee for an e-check, which is a $1.05 to a future quarter.

There are drop boxes available in the Police Department lobby and the Municipal Building lobby (Gould Street Entrance). Drop your payment in the box. If you would like a receipt mailed to you, please include a self-addressed envelope with postage.

If you process an online check through your own banking system, please have your account id in the memo. To have your payment processed in a more efficient manner, please have the “pay to the order of” listed as:

“Township of Verona, Tax Collector"

600 Bloomfield Avenue

Verona, NJ 07044

Due to COVID-19, The State of New Jersey has frozen the Homestead Rebate and Senior Freeze programs. You can always check their websites for the most up to date information on these programs and the update on the release of these funds. You can find links to the State’s website on our website under the Tax Collector’s page.

We will be sending out third quarter water bills in the middle of August and they will be due in the middle of September. Payment options for the water/sewer bills are the same as above, except for online bill pay, please use your account number and the “pay to the order of” should state:

“Township of Verona, Utilities”

600 Bloomfield Avenue

Verona, NJ 07044

Lastly, any property that has an open balance for 2019 for taxes, utilities, and any other municipal charges is subject to tax sale on December 3, 2020

For More Information Please Visit https://www.VeronaNJ.org/Taxes

Municipal Clerk

It's Not Too Late

You can still complete the census today.

Visit 2020Census.Gov

All residents should be receiving the postcard below in the mail if you have not already.

Police Department

As we see an increase in our COVID-19 positive numbers, the Verona Police Department reminds you to p lease continue to practice social distancing, mask wearing and other established guidelines.

Apply Today!

Public Works

All municipal buildings remain closed to the public. Staff can still be reached by phone at 973-857-4804. Please call ahead to schedule an in-person meeting if necessary. Tents are setup outside to provide a safe environment and masks are required when on municipal grounds or when in contact with any municipal employee.

Please note, the clothes collection bin at the Recycling Center is no longer accepting donations. Drop-offs are no longer being accepted until further notice.

Municipal Court

Due to Covid-19 there are no in-person municipal court sessions. Verona municipal court is conducting virtual hearings. If you would like to dispute a ticket please contact the court to schedule a hearing.

You can reach the court by phone, please call 973-857-4772 or via email at veronacourt@veronanj.org

From the Community

Verona Public Library & Verona Arts Invite You to "Imagine Your Story"

Saturday, August 8, 2020

Let's paint the town! The Verona Public Library and Verona Arts are collaborating to bring attention to local businesses and add some whimsy to the town. The community is invited to paint designated storefront windows with this year's Summer Reading theme: "Imagine Your Story." We need your artistic talent! All ages are welcome, and families are encouraged to participate.

Designs should be submitted for approval. Be inspired by your favorite fairy tale, myth or legend. Submit your design along with your name, phone number and email address to the Verona Public Library by July 31, 2020: info@veronalibrary.org

Space is limited. Entries will be accepted in the order received and should have a family-friendly theme. Painting will take place Saturday August 8, 2020 (rain date: Sunday, August 9). Location and time will be assigned to respect social distancing protocols. Paint will be provided. Further instructions & details to follow.

The Verona Public Library is located at 17 Gould St., Verona, NJ. The Library is now open Monday-Friday with limited services. Call or email for more information: 973-857-4848; info@veronalibrary.org

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