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Fighting COVID-19
Resources for Plainfield Residents
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Greetings!
As cold and flu season approaches, I want to remind all Plainfield residents to continue taking the recommended COVID-19 precautions in addition to cold and flu safety measures. Let’s wear our masks each time we leave our homes, continue to social distance, and avoid gatherings with large crowds. Not only can this help lessen the number of COVID-19 infections, but it can help lessen the spread of the flu, another dangerous virus.
The spread of the virus in our city is continuing to slow, and I believe it is due to our community following the recommended guidelines and protocols. I want to thank all Plainfield residents for their efforts.
At City Hall we’re open for business and maintaining essential services while taking steps to safeguard the health of our employees. We encourage you to try and complete your business online as much as possible. If you can’t find what you want online, please give us a call before coming to City Hall, chances are we can get the information to you and save you the trip.
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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 EXTENDED! |
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The City of Plainfield now has over 20 DAYS to complete the 2020 Census. The #2020Census deadline is extended until Saturday, October 31st.
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 Ciudad de Plainfield ahora tiene más de 20 DÍAS para completar el Censo 2020. El censo # 2020 se ha extendido hasta el sábado 31 de octubre.
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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The voter registration deadline is Tuesday, October 13.
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Get Your Flu Shots in Plainfield! |
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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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Emergency Food Distribution Event- OCTOBER 10 |
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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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Small Landlord Emergency Grant Program
Second Round
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IMPORTANT UPDATE - The Small Landlord Emergency Grant (SLEG) Program is reopening and expanding to reimburse owners of three- to 30-unit rental properties for lost rent revenue due to COVID-19 between April and July 2020, as long as they agree to forgive outstanding back rent and late fees that their tenant accrued during this time. Applications will be accepted from September 28 at 12 p.m. EDT to October 13 at 4 p.m. EDT. |
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CFPB | Economic Impact Payment Guide |
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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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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 35 States and Territories |
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10/6/2020
35 States and Territories Include Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming
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 New Mexico, bringing the total to 35 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 6, there are currently 35 states and territories that meet the criteria stated above: Alabama; Alaska; Arkansas; Colorado; Delaware; Florida; Georgia; Guam; Iowa; Idaho; Indiana; Illinois; Kansas; Kentucky; Louisiana; Minnesota; Missouri; Mississippi; Montana; North Carolina; North Dakota; Nebraska; New Mexico; Nevada; Oklahoma; Puerto Rico; Rhode Island; South Carolina; South Dakota; Tennessee; Texas; Utah; Wisconsin; West Virginia; and Wyoming.
“We know that COVID-19 is a virus of opportunity, and if we let our guard down and grow complacent, we open a window of opportunity for future outbreaks,” said Governor Murphy. “It remains critically important for anyone arriving to New Jersey from these 35 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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