Mayor's Message:
Graduation: On to the Next Chapter
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Dear Jazz,
Congratulations Class of 2022!!
As we enter the month of June, many of Plainfield’s graduating seniors are preparing to walk across the stage and receive their diplomas. Whether you are graduating from high school, trade school, college, or university I can imagine the plethora of emotions you’re experiencing right now. And that’s ok. Bask in the joy of your accomplishment, celebrate overcoming the obstacles in your way, thank those who supported you along the way, and cherish the unbreakable bonds you made on your journey. But remember that this is not the end.
Graduation does not mean you have completed your story, it is merely the end of a chapter. As you anxiously await graduation day, look ahead to your future. The world is your oyster. There is nothing that you set your mind to that you can’t achieve. The only limitations you’ll encounter are the ones you set yourselves. So from this moment on, I want you to forget the phrase “I wish” and as you walk into your future, say “I will.”
High School seniors, have you decided what school you’ll be attending? Have you chosen a major? Are you ready to be on your own? For some the answer to these questions come naturally, for others there is still hesitation and confusion. Graduating from high school will probably be one of the most terrifying and exciting moments of your life. You are leaving behind all the training wheels and from this moment forward your future will depend solely on your decisions alone. I encourage you to take some time this summer to think of your strengths and your passions. You don’t have to make a decision now but it’s a good time to think of what career you may want to pursue.
The transition from high school to college can be daunting. Depending on where you choose to attend you might be in a class with over 100 students, you’ll receive more material in one day than you did in a week of high school, and accessibility to your professors might not always align with your schedule. So take it slow if you have to, start part-time, be undecided, and figure out which field you’re good at and what you love. Don’t let the notion of having to graduate in four years scare you. Time is nothing but a number. Once you graduate all anyone sees is the diploma, not the time it took you to receive it.
Once you’ve decided on a direction you want to pursue, go at it with full force. Be a politician, a business leader, a musician, or even an actor. Do it with full confidence knowing that you are strong and capable of everything because you graduated even in the midst of a pandemic. While most were only concerned with their health, you fought for your future. You took the terrible hand the world dealt and adapted. If you can succeed despite a pandemic then who can stop you?
Your knowledge is your greatest weapon but don’t forget that connections matter as well. Find ways to actively explore your field while in school; look for internships, summer programs, or even a part-time job. Utilize your school’s resources to the fullest, most colleges and universities have connections to companies and programs that will help you in your field. Asking for the assistance you need is half the battle.
As your mayor, I offer my knowledge and that of my administration. If you have any questions, regardless of how minimal, I will do my best to assist you. Going down the path of adulthood is scary, believe me, I’ve lived through it. But if my experiences can help ease your journey, then I am willing to talk about anything you need because we are One Plainfield.
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Creating One Plainfield. One Future | | |
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Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
City of Plainfield
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Graduación: Al Siguiente Capítulo | |
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Querido Plainfield,
¡¡Felicidades Clase de 2022!!
A medida que entramos al mes de junio, muchos de los estudiantes de último año que se gradúan de Plainfield se están preparando para caminar por el escenario y recibir sus diplomas. Aunque te gradúes de la escuela secundaria, escuela de comercio, el college o la universidad, me puedo imaginar la cantidad de emociones que está experimentando en este momento. Y eso está bien. Disfruta de la alegría de tu logro, celebra la superación de los obstáculos en tu camino, agradece a aquellos que te apoyaron en el camino y aprecia los lazos inquebrantables que hiciste en tu viaje. Pero recuerda que este no es el final.
La graduación no significa que hayas completado tu historia, es simplemente el final de un capítulo. Mientras espera ansiosamente el día de la graduación, mire hacia su futuro. El mundo es tu ostra. No hay nada en lo que te propongas que no puedas lograr. Las únicas limitaciones que encontraras son las que te establezcas ustedes mismos. Así que a partir de este momento, quiero que olvides la frase "deseo" y mientras caminas hacia tu futuro, di "lo haré".
Estudiantes de último año de secundaria, ¿has decidido a qué escuela asistirás? ¿Has elegido una especialización? ¿Estás listo para estar solo? Para algunos la respuesta a estas preguntas es natural, para otros todavía hay vacilación y confusión. Graduarse de la escuela secundaria probablemente será uno de los momentos más aterradores y emocionantes de su vida. Estás dejando atrás todas las ruedas de entrenamiento y a partir de este momento tu futuro dependerá únicamente de tus decisiones. Te animo a que te tomes un tiempo este verano para pensar en tus fortalezas y tus pasiones. No tiene que tomar una decisión ahora, pero es un buen momento para pensar en qué carrera puede querer seguir.
La transición de la escuela secundaria a la universidad puede ser desalentadora. Dependiendo de dónde elija asistir, es posible que esté en una clase con más de 100 estudiantes, recibirá más material en un día que en una semana de escuela secundaria, y la accesibilidad a sus profesores no siempre se alinea con su horario. Así que tómalo con calma si tienes que hacerlo, comienza a tiempo parcial, sé indeciso y averigua en qué campo eres bueno y qué amas. No dejes que la idea de tener que graduarte en cuatro años te asuste. El tiempo no es más que un número. Una vez que te gradúas, todo lo que alguien ve es el diploma, no el tiempo que te tomó recibirlo.
Una vez que hayas decidido una dirección que quieres seguir, ve con toda su fuerza. Sea un político, un líder empresarial, un músico o incluso un actor. Hazlo con plena confianza sabiendo que eres fuerte y capaz de todo porque te graduaste incluso en medio de una pandemia. Mientras que la mayoría solo se preocupaba por su salud, tú luchabas por tu futuro. Tomaste la terrible mano que el mundo trató y adaptó. Si puedes tener éxito a pesar de una pandemia, ¿quién puede detenerte?
Tu conocimiento es tu mejor arma, pero no olvides que las conexiones también importan. Encuentre maneras de explorar activamente su campo mientras está en la escuela; busque pasantías, programas de verano o incluso un trabajo a tiempo parcial. Utilice los recursos de su escuela al máximo, la mayoría de los colegios y universidades tienen conexiones con empresas y programas que lo ayudarán en su campo. Pedir la ayuda que necesitas es la mitad de la batalla.
Como su alcalde, ofrezco mis conocimientos y los de mi administración. Si tiene alguna pregunta, independientemente de cuán mínima sea, haré todo lo posible para ayudarlo. Ir por el camino de la edad adulta da miedo, créeme, lo he vivido. Pero si mis experiencias pueden ayudar a facilitar su viaje, entonces estoy dispuesto a hablar sobre cualquier cosa que necesite porque somos Un Plainfield.
Creando Un Plainfield. Un Futuro
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Alcalde Adrian O. Mapp
Ciudad de Plainfield
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Community of Caring: Why Plainfield is Paying $1.1M to Keep Water on For Nearly 2,000 Residents
By Tom Bergeron - ROI-NJ.com
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Mayor Mapp, Council Use Federal Funds to Cancel Debt For All
Those 60 Days or More in Arrears
It’s one thing to say you care about your community. It’s another to prove it — time and time again.
Plainfield Mayor Adrian Mapp and the city council announced Tuesday that they city is sending $1.1 million in federal funds to New Jersey American Water to pay the overdue water bill debts of nearly 2,000 residents — all of whom were facing the potential shutoff of services since they were more than 60 days in arrears.
The highest past-due amount paid was $20,000, and the average amount was closer to $600. Mapp, however, said the gesture was more about the value the city places on its residents.
“In the city of Plainfield, we look out for one another,” Mapp said. “When one resident suffers, we all suffer.”
Mapp, a popular mayor and the first in city history to serve three consecutive terms, has spurred a number of actions to help residents since the beginning of the year, including:
- Paying property taxes for the town’s senior citizens;
- Rental assistance for residents in danger of eviction due to the COVID-19 pandemic;
- Employment placement through Plainfield Action Services.
Letters have been mailed to the residents impacted, informing them of the payment on their behalf.
Mapp said the intent behind this one-time payment is to alleviate the economic pressure stemming from COVID and to preserve the quality of life of Plainfield residents. He said the financial well-being and coverage of essential needs remain a top priority for the administration.
And, while Mapp certainly will look for more opportunities moving forward, he encouraged others to step up, too.
“As mayor of this wonderful Queen City, it’s my passion and my duty to continuously seek ways to elevate the quality of life of our residents and to alleviate hardships if at all possible — but I cannot do this alone,” he said. “I encourage everyone to #LovePlainfield, and get involved by sharing your feedback, volunteering and spreading the word that Plainfield is a great place to Live, Work, and Play!
“We are One Plainfield, working toward One Future.”
(SOURCE)
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NJ Primary Elections - 5 Ways to Vote | |
NJ Institute here reminding you that TODAY is the first ay of early voting for the June 7 Primary Election! Learn more at https://njisj.org/vote | |
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Wear Orange March for Gun Violence Awareness |
Join us on Saturday, June 4th
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We invite residents to join us on Saturday, June 4th, 9:30am at the Plainfield Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for a march against gun violence. Change must happen, we cannot as a society keep losing our children and family members to needless gun violence. We must be the change we want to see. | |
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RECAP OF THE NJ STATE BIKE CHAMPIONSHIP
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The weather last Sunday did not disappoint. What a beautiful day for the Queen City to once again host the NJ State Cycling Championship Race. Riders of all ages and experience levels came from across the U.S. and internationally to participate in this event.
Residents cheered the riders along the race route, while others came to City Hall to be a part of the fun. They got caught up in the action with nail-biting finishes, while the kids enjoyed the bouncy house, devoured delicious meals from our local food trucks, and participated in a fun kid's bicycle race and raffle. Even Plainfield’s finest got into the spirit with a friendly exhibition race. It was a great day in Queen City.
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp presented winners with their medallions and congratulated them on their successes. First Lady Amelia Mapp, Assemblywoman Linda Carter, Council President Barry Goode, Council Vice President Charles McRae, Councilwoman Joylette Mills-Ransome, Councilwoman Ashley Davis, and Councilman Steve Hockaday took part in the festivities and enjoyed a day of fun and community.
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The City hosted its annual Memorial Day Ceremony and placed wreaths at the monuments located at Watchung Ave and East 7th St and City Hall.
This year's program included prayers for the fallen soldiers, their families and our City and Nation. Each year we pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Commander Cornell Hawkins Jr. of the American Legion Post 219 began the ceremony with introductions and remarks about the importance of Memorial Day.
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp, Assemblywoman Linda Carter, County Commissioner Chair Rebecca Williams, Council President Barry Goode, Council Vice President Charles McRae, Councilwoman Ashley Davis, Councilwoman Joylette Mills-Ransome, Councilwoman Terri Briggs-Jones and members of the ROTC with Chief Master Sergeant Retired Yasmeen Wilson. Faith leaders Rev. Paul Dean of Visions of God Family Church and Rev. Dr. Danielle Brown of Shiloh Baptist Church provided spiritual guidance and prayers as we commemorated this yearly event.
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FIRST FRIDAYS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL - JOIN US! | |
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The City of Plainfield is pleased to present First Fridays Food Truck Festival. Join us for great food, music, and much more.
This event will be held every first Friday through October 7th, 2022.
Today's event will feature:
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- Cousins Maine Lobster
- Cave Kitchen
- A&B Seafood
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- Big C's
- Fryos
- Sistaz Tastee Treats
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JUNE IS NATIONAL PRIDE MONTH | |
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Pride Month is important because it marks the start of huge change within the LGBT+ community, as well as having wider societal implications. Although attitudes and injustice still remain, we have come a long way since the riots of 1969 and by continuing in this long standing tradition we continue to raise awareness, improve the attitudes of society and encourage inclusiveness. #Pride2022. (SOURCE)
Celebrate with us on Thursday, June 9th at City Hall beginning at 6:30pm for our Pride Flag Raising and Block Party. There will be great music, food and giveaways. We look forward to seeing you.
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A MESSAGE FROM UNION COUNTY:
Union County Voters Can Track Their Vote-by-Mail
Ballots Online
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Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi reminds voters who are using a Vote-by-Mail ballot that they can monitor the status of their ballots online, by using the free “Track My Ballot” portal provided by the Division of Elections in the New Jersey Department of State.
“The Track My Ballot portal provides voters with transparency and clarity regarding the Vote-by-Mail process, and we encourage all Vote-by-Mail users to sign up for this free service,” said Ms. Rajoppi.
Voters can access the Track My Ballot portal by following the “Track My Ballot” link on the County Clerk’s elections website, unioncountyvotes.com.
The Track My Ballot portal enables Vote-by-Mail users to see if their ballot has been received and accepted. Voters can access the system at any time on a 24/7 basis.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY
GOVERNOR PHIL MURPHY:
Governor Murphy, Department of Education & Office of the Secretary of Higher Education Announces Second Round of Proposed Career and Technical Education Projects to Receive Funding Under Securing Our Children's Future Bond Act
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TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy, Acting Commissioner of Education Angelica Allen-McMillan, and Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Brian Bridges recommended projects to the Legislature as part of the second round of grant funding designated for county colleges and county vocational school districts (CVSD) under the Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act. The goal of the proposed projects will be to improve and expand career and technical education (CTE) programs throughout the state.
The Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act (SOCFBA) – approved by voters in 2018 – issued a total of $500 million in state bonds to expand county college and vocational school CTE programs, enhance K-12 security, and support water infrastructure improvements in New Jersey schools. Of that total, $325 million was dedicated for county college and CVSD-related grants. The proposed projects approved by the Murphy Administration for this round of funding will now be transmitted to the Legislature for final approval.
“This second round of funding builds on my Administration’s efforts to provide New Jersey students with access to high-quality education,” said Governor Murphy. “Career and technical education programs are key to providing young people with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their chosen career. Investing in our county colleges and vocational schools is how we invest in our state.”
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A MESSAGE FROM THE WHITE HOUSE:
Statement from the President on Unemployment Claims and Manufacturing Progress
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Today we received more data that, despite the global challenges we face, America is on the move. Unemployment benefits have reached historic lows. Since I took office, the number of Americans relying on unemployment benefits is now down 95%, and our economy has added 8.3 million jobs.
And, as we make the transition from an historic jobs recovery to steady, stable economic growth, companies are investing in manufacturing in America — strengthening supply chains, lowering costs for working families, and securing our energy independence. During my first year in office, the U.S. economy created more manufacturing jobs on average per month than any other President in the last 50 years. Two new announcements today will add to that historic manufacturing boom. Ford’s $3.7 billion investment to create more than 6,000 good-paying, union jobs in Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri building new electric vehicles is great news for American workers. Stellantis’ agreement to purchase up to 25,000 metric tons of lithium per year that CTR is producing from geothermal brine in California’s Imperial County sets the U.S. on a path to being a leading producer of sustainably sourced, low carbon lithium. This builds on announced investments by dozens of companies over the past year, from Intel’s $20 billion investment to build semiconductors in America to Tesla, America’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles.
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HELP US TAKE CARE OF OUR CITY!
DOWNLOAD THE REPORT- IT APP
Available in IOS and Android Mobile Phones
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Exercise your civic duty-- be the eyes and ears of our City! Your reports can greatly increase the quality of life in our Plainfield community. Let's work together to keep our city safe- If you see it, say it with ReportIt. | |
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Use the app, or text
reportit to 63975
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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 to be resolved.
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