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Union County COVID-19 Interactive Town Hall Meeting

With misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines continuing to run rampant, the Union County Board of County Commissioners will host a virtual, interactive Town Hall on Zoom beginning at 6pm on Monday, March 29th at 6pm. The Town Hall aims to help the Union County community confront the rumors head-on and increase the vaccination rate in communities of color. 

Registration is required for the Zoom link.

Emergency Food Distribution Event – Tuesday, March 23rd @ 10am

The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, and Gargiulo Produce are providing a walk-up food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Tuesday, March 23rd. Click here or text “FindFood” for English, or text “Comida” for Spanish to 908 224 7776 to find helpful information quickly.

Location

Event Details

  • First 400 people will receive dairy, shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
  • One food distribution per household, while supplies last.
  • Bring a cart for the walk-up.
  • Refrigerate any perishable items shortly after distribution.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.

Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

Food Distribution Event on Saturday, March 20th @ 8am

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, New Jersey, CMC Foods, and Gargiulo Produce are providing a drive through food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, March 20th. Click here or text “FindFood” for English, or text “Comida” for Spanish to 908 224 7776 to find helpful information quickly.

Event Details

  • First 1,500 vehicles will receive boxes of produce, dairy and shelf-stable food on a first come first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last.
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags.
  • Refrigerate any perishable items shortly after distribution.
  • Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
  • Event will take place rain or shine.
  • Click here to view and/or download the original event flyer in English and Spanish.
  • With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.

The Crafting Corner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[Linden, NJ, March 16, 2021] Mayor Derek Armstead, The City of Linden, and Department of Parks & Recreation presents ‘The Crafting Corner’ starting April 2021. ‘The Crafting Corner’ is a series of fun and functional craft projects you can make at your own home. Materials for these crafts are available in a kit that supplies almost everything you need to complete a project. You will need your own scissors, Q-tips and toothpicks. These are free programs and will be aired on Linden local channels 36 and 42.

Pre-Registration is required in order to provide class supplies to participants in advance. To register, call 908-474-8627 or register online here.

Classes Offered

Pony Bead Bracelets – Made with colorful pony beads in a variety of colors. Make all 3: single, double and triple row bracelets. For ages 5-12 on Wednesday, April 7th, 2021 at 6:00pm – Kit Curbside Pickup on Monday and Tuesday, April 5th and 6th from 9:00am – 6:30pm.

Worded Bracelets – Worded bracelets using beads and letters to inspire you and those who read it. Words like Love, Peace, Fabulous, Happy and more. For ages 50+ on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 at 10:00am – Kit Curbside Pickup/Delivery on Monday, April 12th from 9:00am – 4:00pm.

Chunky Beaded Necklace – Make a Chunky Beaded Necklace with an assortment of large beads made of wood, acrylics, glass, metal and more without any tools (Earrings included and premade). For ages 13 – Adult on Wednesday, April 21st, 2021 at 7:00pm – Kit Curbside Pickup on Monday and Tuesday, April 19th and 20th from 9:00am – 6:30pm.

Beaded Necklace and Bracelet – Make a Faux Pearl, Fancy Acrylic or Gemstone beaded necklace with matching bracelet and (Pre-Made) earrings. No Jewelry tools needed. For ages 50+ on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 at 10:00am – Kit Curbside Pickup/Delivery on Monday, April 26th from 9:00am – 4:00pm.  

Adult and Youth Craft kits can be picked up curbside on your programs scheduled pickup date at the John T. Gregorio Center, 330 Helen Street, Linden. Drop-offs also available for Senior Citizen Crafts only.

Latest Paycheck Protection Program Information

Paycheck Protection Program is Set to End on March 31 – Banks and other businesses are pressing the Biden administration and Congress to keep the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) running beyond its March 31st expiration date, warning that struggling employers need more time to obtain vital business loans. Some banks responsible for doling out billions of dollars in loans under the PPP are beginning to close down their application portals early so they can process applications they have already received.

With Three Weeks Left, Move Fast on Your PPP Loan – If you are considering applying for a loan, under the federal Paycheck Protection Program, do it as soon as possible. Here is info on the program.

PPP First & Second Draw Webinar Wednesdays – The SBA Vermont District Office hosts free webinars from 9am until 10:30am on Wednesdays about the Paycheck Protection Program First Draw and Second Draw options. What is a PPP loan, terms, eligibility, and the application process. What is the difference between them? What has changed with the Economic Aid Act? Details on both programs will be presented. To access the webinar, click here. To access the webinar by phone, call 202-765-1264 and enter code 986 011 495#. For more information, email Susan Mazza from the SBA here.

PPP Forgiveness Webinars Tuesdays – The SBA Vermont District Office hosts free webinars from 11:30am until 1pm on Tuesdays about Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness. Topics include criteria, the process, changes and more. To access the webinar, click here. To access the webinar by phone, call 202-765-1264 and enter code 986 011 495#. For more information, email Susan Mazza from the SBA here.

Tort Claims

Please click here to view and/or download the City of Linden ordinance for tort claims against the City of Linden.