From Plainfield City Hall
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
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This newsletter shares upcoming events and important weekly occurrences in the city of Plainfield. As the number of positive COVID-19 cases decreases and the number of vaccinated individuals increases, we find that our Queen City is slowly returning to normal.
Please take time and enjoy some of the events outlined in this week's newsletter. Join us as we continue to move forward as "One Plainfield" towards a healthier tomorrow.
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Creating One Plainfield, One Future |
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Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
City of Plainfield
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Greetings!
Este boletín se esfuerza por presentar a nuestros residentes con numerosos eventos que se aproximen y importantes ocurrencias semanales de la ciudad de Plainfield. A medida de que el número de residentes positivos de COVID-19 disminuye y el número de personas vacunadas aumenta, encontramos que nuestra propia Ciudad Reina está volviendo lentamente a la normalidad.
Por favor, tómese un tiempo y disfrute de algunos de los eventos que se describen en el boletín de esta semana. Únase a nosotros mientras continuamos avanzando como "Un Plainfield" hacia un mañana más saludable.
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Creando Un Plainfield y Un Futuro |
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Alcalde Adrian O. Mapp
Ciudad de Plainfield
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Mayor Mapp Announces New Direction for PMUA |
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PRESS RELEASE
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp Announces New Direction for PMUA
November 2, 2021- Plainfield, NJ - Mayor Mapp lays out plan for change at the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority (PMUA) amid rising discontent from residents.
In an announcement made at the Plainfield Democratic Campaign Headquarters on Tuesday, November 2, after winning a historic third term as Mayor of the City of Plainfield, Mayor Mapp revealed his plan to make changes at the sanitary services organization PMUA.
Calling the Authority a failed twenty-five (25) year experiment, he expressed his intent to seek support to disband the Authority and roll its services into the city's operations.
The PMUA has, arguably, long been viewed by some residents as controversial at best and expensive and incompetent at worst. It has faced increasing criticism over the past few years as chronic garbage accrual began dotting the citywide landscape. With things coming to a head after the crisis faced by many households after Tropical Storm Ida, it was time, said Mayor Mapp, to take decisive action.
"Over many years and most recently over the past two, we've had a spotlight shone on the insufficiencies of the Plainfield Municipal Utilities Authority (PMUA). We have all seen and heard the complaints from residents. We've been bombarded with images and posts on social media. We've seen our trash and recycling cans sitting at the curb full to overflowing with no notice of when they will be emptied. City Hall staff and I have fielded queries, complaints, and comments about the agency's inability to adequately respond to concerns of our residents and meet the demands of the public that they serve." Said Mayor Mapp, "In recent months, the situation has progressed from annoying and inconvenient to chronic and dire with missed pickups, poor communication, garbage pile-up, and general degeneration of the sanitary services that are expected and should be provided."
He further spoke about the level of evolvement needed by city agencies to keep pace with the growth and development taking place, indicating that the PMUA had failed to meet the challenge of that growing need.
A transition team comprised of members of the administration and the leadership of the PMUA with the assistance of legal and financial advisors will be appointed to study the proposed dissolution and make recommendations. The team will lay out the necessary steps for a smooth transition and recommend a
new structure under the city's umbrella.
Further details will be provided in the coming weeks
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Below is the Updated Recycling Collection Schedule Through January 2022
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City of Plainfield | Help Shape our Queen City |
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RECAP | Sunday with a Steinway November 7, 2021 |
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On Sunday, November 7th the City of Plainfield Hosted an Inaugural Piano Concert. Young Plainfield artist Sebastian Enciso performed alongside visiting artists Victoria Griswold and Brandon McCune. Sebastian Enciso began his musical journey at our Plainfield Academy for Arts and Advanced Studies when he was just in the 7th grade. Now as a college freshman at Union County College his love for music has expanded to the guitar, the drums, and the harmonica.
The majestic notes of the Steinway Piano which was gifted to the City by the Plainfield Arts Council floated to the rafters and beyond as virtuoso’s Brandon McCune and Victoria Griswold made the keys sing. It was an evening to pay homage to the performing arts and everyone who attended was blessed with music worthy of the best concert halls in the country.
We look forward to many more such performances and thank the Plainfield Arts Council for their generous gift.
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Sebastian Enciso, Brandon McCune, Victoria Griswold |
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City of Plainfield | Vaccine Lottery & Testing Information
October Vaccine Lottery Drawing: November 12th
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Mayor Adrian O. Mapp Congratulates one of our Vaccine Lottery Winners, Cynise Reaves |
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Plainfield Wins Lottery Drawing for the Month of October
Friday, November 12th, at 5:30 pm via Social Media Platforms
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Congratulations to the winners for September - Cynise Reaves, Jose Membreno, Marco Jocho.
Congratulations to our previous winners:
August: Celestino Garcia, Ventura Perez Hernandez, Sergio Monvou, and Mari Livia Finzo.
July: Jorge China, Guadalupe Aguilar, Melina Coleman, Katherine Costro
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VACCINE UPDATE - For the month of September 316 individuals received the first dose and 157 individuals received the second dose of the vaccine.
Additionally, since the vaccine lottery was implemented in July 2,300 individuals have been vaccinated.
Get vaccinated with any approved vaccine through the City of Plainfield, Union County, the Neighborhood Health Center, Plainfield CVS Pharmacy, Scott Drugs, or Rapp's Pharmacy for your chance to win $5,000. Plainfield residents must be 18 years or older to qualify, and proof of residency must be demonstrated. Four winners, two who received their first dose and two who obtained their second dose, will be chosen each month.
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Stay Safe and Protected
COVID-19 TESTING & VACCINES IN PLAINFIELD!
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We are committed to keeping our residents and community safe. The below schedule highlights locations throughout the City until November 20th. Review for the location convenient for you and your family.
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Mark your Calendars | City of Plainfield Events |
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Important Announcements for Seniors |
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#LOVEPLAINFIELD | #AMOPLAINFIELD
SPOTLIGHT
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Welcome to the City of Plainfield! Our annual Fall Newsletter has been mailed to all households. To view click the below image.
#LovePlainfieldNJ #LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield
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#LovePlainfieldNJ #LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield
Look Up Plainfield!!!! #LovePlainfield Banners have been hung in front of City Hall and will be installed on Street Pole Banners throughout the City. A reminder of the Love Shared here in the Queen City.
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Watch this space for more LovePlainfield updates!
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Mental Health Association of New Jersey |
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Mental health illness is not a “made-up” sickness that exists only in the mind. Nor is it something that an individual can banish with sheer willpower; It is a medical condition. Mental Health Illness, like all other medical conditions, requires proper medical care and treatment.
If you feel or suspect you are suffering from a mental health issue, depression, or are having trouble operating on a day-to-day basis, please contact the Mental Health Association of New Jersey. You can call or text 973-571-4100 or speak to someone in person at 673 Morris Avenue Suite 100 Springfield,New Jersey.
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AVAILABLE EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCES |
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Plainfield Library Events |
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NOVEMBER is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month |
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Alzheimer's is a complex neurological disease that is the most common form of dementia. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), roughly 50 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.
Here are a few of the most common signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's:
- Memory Loss - an individual in the early stages of Alzheimer's will begin to forget recently learned information. The frequency with which an individual forgets will increase.
- Difficulty Performing Familiar tasks - an individual will find completing everyday tasks and planning will become more difficult. A person with Alzheimer's may lose track of the steps involved in preparing a meal, placing a phone call, or etc.
- Problems with Language - Forgetting simple words or substituting unusual words will worsen over time making their speech or writing hard to understand.
- Disorientation to Time and Place
- People with Alzheimer’s disease can become lost in their own neighborhood, forget where they are and how they got there, and not know how to get home.
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Virtual Group for New Fathers | Every Wednesday |
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About this Event
REGISTER TODAY for this online event to learn about navigating life with a new baby. Contact Pat Vena at PVena@CJFHC.org to reserve your spot.
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Any Concerns or Issues? 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 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 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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IMPORTANT - 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 additional please contact us at 908.753.3000.
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ONE PLAINFIELD. ONE FUTURE. |
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