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Fighting COVID-19
Resources for Plainfield Residents
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While this crisis lasts, we will be sharing this resource edition of our newsletter every Wednesday. Please stay tuned and share this information with your loved ones and friends.
Stay safe and may God continue to bless you.
Creating One Plainfield. One Future.
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Queridos amigos y vecinos,
A medida que se acerca la temporada de resfriados y gripe, quiero recordarles a todos los residentes de Plainfield que continúen tomando las precauciones recomendadas por COVID-19 además de las medidas de seguridad para el resfriado y la gripe. Sigamos usando nuestras máscaras cada vez que salgamos de nuestros hogares, y sigamos a la distancia social y evitemos reuniones con grandes multitudes. Esto no solo puede ayudar a disminuir la cantidad de infecciones por COVID-19, sino que también puede ayudar a disminuir la propagación de la gripe, otro virus peligroso.
La propagación del virus en nuestra ciudad continúa disminuyendo y creo que se debe a que nuestra comunidad sigue las pautas y protocolos recomendados. Quiero agradecer a todos los residentes de Plainfield por sus esfuerzos.
Aquí en Plainfield continuaremos ejerciendo la máxima precaución según nuestra situación. Partes de nuestra ciudad están densamente pobladas y debemos seguir las restricciones hasta que estemos seguros de que los números no volverán a aumentar. A medida que el Estado encuentra su camino de regreso a la normalidad, les animo a todos a continuar siguiendo las medidas de higiene y distanciamiento social lo mejor que puedan. Sigamos avanzando hasta que esta pandemia haya terminado de verdad.
Mientras dure esta crisis, compartiremos esta edición de recursos de nuestro boletín todos los miércoles. Estén atentos y compartan esta información con sus seres queridos y amigos.
Manténgase a salvo y que Dios continúe bendiciéndole.
Sinceramente,
Adrian O. Mapp, Alcalde
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CENSUS 2020
DEADLINE MOVED TO
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2020
AT 6:00AM!
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THE CENSUS BUREAU RECENTLY MOVED THE CENSUS RESPONSE DEADLINE TO FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2020 AT 6:00 AM! THIS IS OUR VERY FINAL CHANCE TO RECEIVE THE FUNDS WE NEED TO SUSTAIN AND SUPPORT OUR CITY FOR THE NEXT 10 YEARS!
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Internet self-response will be available across the nation through October 15, 2020 until 11:59 pm Hawaii Standard Time (HST), (6:00 am Eastern Daylight Time on October 16, 2020). Visit 2020Census.gov to respond today.
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Phone response will be available for its regularly scheduled time on October 15, 2020. Click here for a schedule and a list of numbers.
- Paper responses must be postmarked by October 15, 2020.
- Nonresponse Followup census takers will continue resolving nonresponding addresses through the end of the day on October 15, 2020.
The U.S. Census Bureau is currently updating 2020Census.gov, Census.gov, as well as all external and internal guidance to reflect the schedule update.
There are two ways to complete the Census in under 10 minutes:
- By phone at 844-330-2020 for English and 844-468-2020 for Spanish.
Remember- Your immigration status DOES NOT MATTER in the census. The census is only concerned with your household count.
Our response rate is currently 58.7%. We need that percentage to rise in order to receive federal funding for basic programs and resources that our community needs.
Do your part to ensure that Plainfield is COUNTED. Your community is counting on you!
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¡LA OFICINA DEL CENSO RECIENTEMENTE MOVIÓ LA FECHA LÍMITE DE RESPUESTA DEL CENSO AL VIERNES 16 DE OCTUBRE DE 2020 A LAS 6:00 AM! ¡ESTA ES NUESTRA OPORTUNIDAD FINAL DE RECIBIR LOS FONDOS QUE NECESITAMOS PARA SOSTENER Y APOYAR NUESTRA CIUDAD DURANTE LOS PRÓXIMOS 10 AÑOS!
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La auto-respuesta por Internet estará disponible en todo el país hasta el 15 de octubre de 2020 hasta las 11:59 p.m., hora estándar de Hawái (HST), (6:00 a.m., hora del este del 16 de octubre de 2020). Visite my2020Census.gov para responder hoy.
- La respuesta telefónica estará disponible para el horario programado regularmente el 15 de octubre de 2020. Haga clic aquí para ver un horario y una lista de números.
- Las respuestas en papel deben tener matasellos del 15 de octubre de 2020.
- Los censistas de seguimiento de no respuesta continuarán resolviendo las direcciones que no responden hasta el final del día el 15 de octubre de 2020.
- La Oficina del Censo de EE. UU. Está actualizando 2020Census.gov, Census.gov, así como toda la orientación externa e interna para reflejar la actualización del cronograma.
Hay dos formas de completar el censo en menos de 10 minutos:
- Por teléfono al 844-330-2020 para inglés y 844-468-2020 para español.
Recuerde: su estado migratorio NO IMPORTA en el censo. El censo solo se ocupa del recuento de su hogar.
Nuestra tasa de respuesta es actualmente del 58,7%. Necesitamos que ese porcentaje aumente para recibir fondos federales para los programas y recursos básicos que nuestra comunidad necesita.
Haga su parte para asegurarse de que Plainfield esté CONTADO. ¡Tu comunidad cuenta contigo!
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FIVE Ways to Cast Your Vote in November
YOUR VOTE MATTERS!
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Get Your Flu Shots in Plainfield! |
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Recognizing Anxiety Vs. COVID-19 Symptoms |
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Plainfield COVID-19 Relief Fund/ UEZ Relief Fund |
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The goal of the Plainfield COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund is to provide assistance to residents who are experiencing economic hardship as a result of this pandemic. The emergency relief will assist with rent or mortgage payments, utilities, food, or other items deemed as essential. We are committed to supporting our residents during this challenging time.
In order to qualify applicants must provide the following:
1. Proof of Residency
2. Proof of Hardship
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Skip the Trip to City Hall |
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Free Breakfast & Lunch for Plainfield's Youth |
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St. Mark's Episcopal Church Food Drive |
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Partnership with Evangel Church | Just Text HOPE! |
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Since many of our residents may be without food and other necessary supplies during this crisis, we have partnered with Evangel Church to have boxes of hope delivered to our vulnerable residents in our community. These supplies are ONLY for vulnerable residents including the elderly, quarantined, or individuals who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19. If you fall under these categories, please 𝐓𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝟗𝟎𝟖-𝟑𝟐𝟓-𝟓𝟏𝟔𝟑 to have a box of hope containing much needed supplies delivered to your door.
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 - 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥!
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Dado que muchos de nuestros residentes pueden estar sin alimentos y otros suministros necesarios durante esta crisis, nos hemos asociado con Evangel Church para entregar cajas de esperanza a las personas que necesitan. Los suministros son solamente para las personas en cuarentena, individuales mayores, o individuales que han perdido su trabajo. Se les pide que manden un mensaje de texto con el escrito "HOPE" al 908-325-5163 para que reciban una caja de esperanza que contenga los suministros necesarios en su puerta.
Tenga en cuenta que este es un número de solo texto. ¡No llames!
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Plainfield Action Services
CARES Relief & Recovery Program
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COVID-19 HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
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UC-TEST to Provide Bi-Monthly Mobile Testing of All County Teachers and Staff |
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Union County, NJ – The Union County Freeholder Board is proud to announce the launch of the UC-TEST (Testing Educators for Safe Teaching) program. The UC-TEST program will function as a pop-up mobile testing site that will visit school districts throughout the County to provide twice monthly testing for all teachers. Administration and school staff will also be tested.
UC-TEST is the result of a partnership between the County of Union and the Union County Education Association (UCEA). The ultimate goal of the program is to bring as many municipal education associations into the partnership for maximum coverage of testing for those working in schools within Union County. The mobile test unit will administer the saliva test to all those being tested.
“The Freeholder Board is proud of this partnership, as we continue to work to keep our communities safe,” said Freeholder Chairman, Alexander Mirabella. “It is especially important that we provide a safe environment for students across the county as they navigate in-person learning during COVID-19. UC-TEST will be an important component in our ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.”
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CFPB | Economic Impact Payment Guide
DEADLINE TO APPLY IS TOMORROW!
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NJ New Jersey Business-Friendly Website |
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New State Business-Friendly Website Launches, Including Live Chat for Help with Business Questions
The State of New Jersey has announced the launch of a new website that will act as a one-stop shop for the information you need to do business in New Jersey. Complete with a live chat feature, which is staffed by the business experts at the NJ Business Action Center, the new site has information for business start-ups, business expansions and a rich library of content and FAQs to aid across all types of operations. The site also features a section on COVID-19 business information to keep you up-to-date on the state policies and protocols.
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Resources from the NJ Department of
Children and Families
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How Much Paid Leave Can Employees Take?
A Guide for Paid Leave During COVID-19
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Food Planning During COVID-19 |
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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has disrupted family routines around the world. For families with children who have special needs, such as children with medical conditions or developmental disabilities, these disruptions are amplified. Public uncertainty makes schedules unpredictable and maintaining previous routines a challenge.
Kids with special needs and their parents may feel anxious, just like any family.
At the same time, families with complex needs have a hidden strength: They're resilient, and they know what it takes to adapt to the unexpected.
If you're in this situation during the COVID-19 pandemic, know that you can navigate uncertain times successfully. Here are some suggestions:
Rely on your experience
Think back to strategies that have worked for you in the past. Go back to the basics. This might include:
- Keeping a consistent schedule for meals, medications, exercise and bedtime
- Planning gradual transitions that suit your child's pace
- Using visual cues to illustrate schedules and activities
- Scheduling quiet time to reduce sensory input and de-stress
- Offering warm praise for a job well done
- Promptly correcting or redirecting negative behavior and offering a chance for a redo
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COVID-19 School-Age Tuition Assistance
for Working Families
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Learn About COVID-19 | A Workbook for Children |
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My Mental Health: Do I Need Help? |
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Updated Quarantine Advisory Issued for Individuals Traveling to New Jersey, Bringing New Total to 38 States and Territories |
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10/13/2020
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today advised individuals traveling to New Jersey from states or territories with significant community spread of COVID-19 to quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state or territory. The updated advisory includes the addition of Ohio, Michigan, and Virginia bringing the total to 38 states and territories. The travel advisory applies to any person arriving from a state or territory with a positive test rate higher than 10 per 100,000 residents or a state with a 10 percent or higher positivity rate over a 7-day rolling average.
As of Tuesday, October 13, there are currently 38 states and territories that meet the criteria stated above: Alabama; Alaska; Arkansas; Colorado; Delaware; Florida; Georgia; Guam; Iowa; Idaho; Indiana; Illinois; Kansas; Kentucky; Louisiana; Michigan; Minnesota; Missouri; Mississippi; Montana; North Carolina; North Dakota; Nebraska; New Mexico; Nevada; Ohio; Oklahoma; Puerto Rico; Rhode Island; South Carolina; South Dakota; Tennessee; Texas; Utah; Virginia; Wisconsin; West Virginia; and Wyoming.
“As cases have increased within our own state and we work to contain clusters, it is vital to ensure that we are taking all steps necessary to stop the further spread of COVID-19 from out of state,” said Governor Murphy. “It remains critically important for anyone arriving to New Jersey from these 38 states and territories to get tested for COVID-19 and self-quarantine for 14 days.”
Travelers and those residents who are returning from impacted states should self-quarantine at their home, hotel, or other temporary lodging. Individuals should leave the place of self-quarantine only to seek medical care/treatment or to obtain food and other essential items.
It is expected that individuals will follow the public health advisory to self-quarantine. The list of states will be updated on a rolling basis and is accessible here.
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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 your 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 below 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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