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Union County Flu Shot Drive in Linden

Union County is holding a flu shot drive in Linden on Thursday, November 12th from 4pm to 7pm at St Theresa Church (131 East Edgar Road) to help ensure that everyone has access to a free seasonal flu vaccine at a convenient location, especially residents who have no health insurance.

Protection against seasonal flu is more important than ever before due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Pre-registration is required. County residents can attend any of our upcoming flu drives. View schedule and register here.

Beware of Unemployment Scams & Fraud!

The State of New Jersey’s Cybersecurity and Communication Integration Cell (NJCCIC) recently highlighted a cyber threat involving unemployment scams and fraud. In particular, the NJCCIC has received reports over the last several weeks detailing this insurance fraud and referencing emails claiming to be related to NJ unemployment with a COVID-19 lure, sense of urgency, and promise of financial assistance.

Please look out for suspicious activities and offer guidance on how to protect your personal identifiable information (PII) as received from a July Press Release from the FBI.

The FBI advises the public to be on the lookout for the following suspicious activities:

  • Receiving communications regarding unemployment insurance forms when you have not applied for unemployment benefits
  • Unauthorized transactions on your bank or credit card statements related to unemployment benefits
  • Any fees involved in filing or qualifying for unemployment insurance
  • Unsolicited inquires related to unemployment benefits
  • Fictitious websites and social media pages mimicking those of government agencies

Protection Tips:

  • Be wary of telephone calls and text messages, letters, websites, or emails that require you to provide your personal information or other sensitive information, especially birth dates and Social Security numbers. Be cautious with attachments and embedded links within email, especially from an unknown email sender.
  • Make yourself aware of methods fraudsters are using to obtain PII and how to combat them by following security tips issued by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, including:
  • Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks
  • Protecting Against Malicious Code
  • Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft
  • Monitor your bank accounts on a regular basis and request your credit report at least once a year to look for any fraudulent activity. If you believe you are a victim, review your credit report more frequently.
  • Immediately report unauthorized transactions to your financial institution or credit card provider.

If you believe you have been a victim of identity theft related to fraudulent unemployment insurance claims, report the fraud to:

Virtual Hiring Event

Workforce Innovation Business Center (WIBC) is hosting a virtual hiring event that will take place on November 17th, 18th and 19th with Remarkable Foods.   

Remarkable Foods Inc is opening a new location in Union County. Opportunities exist for Inbound/Outbound Warehouse Associates, Chef-on-the-Road Driver, Sanitation Associates, Prep Cook, and Assembly Position.

Pre-registration is required. If you have any questions, please call the WIBC at 908-965-2992.

Food Distribution Event – Saturday, November 7th, 9am

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and the Community Food Bank of New Jersey are providing this drive through only food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 9am.

Location

Kean University, 1000 Morris Avenue, Union NJ 07083

Event Details

  • First 2,000 vehicles will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce 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
  • 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.

Linden Police Department Offers Online Reporting Services

Linden – Chief David Hart announced today that the Linden Police Department has entered into an agreement with LexisNexis to offer community members an easy-to-use service to file or request online reports.

“We want to make sure that the process to make and/or request a Police report is as simple and convenient as possible,” said Police Chief David Hart. “Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic we have seen an increasing demand to minimize the need for in-person reporting of minor incidents.”

The service provides community members with a quick and efficient way to report a variety of non-emergent incidents, such as harassing phone calls, identity theft, lost property, theft, traffic complaint, vandalism, and violations of a child custody agreement without coming to Police Headquarters or having an Officer in their home.

“This service will not only reduce the risk to Officers and the public as it relates to COVID-19 and other diseases, it allows us to more efficiently utilize our resources by reducing the demand for Officers to document minor incidents, giving them more time to focus on stopping criminals,” added Chief Hart.

For more information, or to access this service, please click here.

Click here to view and/or download a PDF of this press release.

Notice RE Shade Tree Commission Time

Be it resolved by the Linden Shade Tree Commission, below is the revised schedule of Regular meetings for the Shade Tree Commission for the remainder of 2020 adopted at the October 01, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Linden Shade Tree Commission. Portion of the meetings may be held in Executive Session. Official action may be taken.

All regular meetings remaining in 2020 shall begin at 7:00 pm or as soon thereafter as members of the Shade Tree Commission are gathered.

Location: City Hall, 3rd Floor, Planning Room Note: Given the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic crisis, most likely meetings will be held via a virtual format at least through the remainder of 2020. Instructions to access the virtual meetings shall be posted on the City website at least 48 hours prior to each meeting date.

  • First Thursday of each month for the remainder of 2020
  • November 05, 2020, Thursday
  • December 03, 2020, Thursday

Notice RE Special Shade Tree Commission Meeting on November 5, 2020

A Special Meeting of the Linden Shade Tree Commission will take place at 7pm on Thursday, November 5, 2020. The meeting will be held electronically due to current health emergency, as declared by the Governor of New Jersey, limiting personal contact and public gatherings.

Public comments shall be permitted only during the period when the meeting is open to public comment. Public attendees should remain muted until the meeting is opened to public comments. Written comments may be submitted by Thursday, November 05, 2020 by 2:00 pm. Submit written comments by email here.

Members of the public wishing to offer comments can access the meeting using the Go-To- Meetings electronic platform below. Please keep your microphone muted until the public comment portion of the meeting. Official action may be taken at this meeting. Portions of the meeting may be held in Executive Session.

How To Dial In Using Your Phone

  • To participate in this virtual meeting, first, dial 1 (872) 240-3212.
  • Then, enter the following access code: 942 888 173 #

How To Connect Using Your Computer, Smartphone or Tablet

  • To participate using your computer’s microphone and/or camera, click here.
  • If you are prompted for an access code, enter 942 888 173 and click on the button that says “Join”.
  • Your computer will then get a prompt from the website to either open the GoToMeeting application (if it is already installed on your computer) or to install the GoToMeeting application if it is not already installed on your computer.
  • The GoToMeeting application will then open and you will be connected to the meeting.
  • If you have technical issues, you will find answers to frequently asked questions and the ability to contact GoToMeeting’s technical support staff here.
  • When you sign in you may have to wait for the host to allow you to enter. Stay logged in until that happens.

Click here to read and/or download the official notice about this virtual meeting.