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Pre-Registration for COVID Vaccine Available

Governor Murphy has announced that the website to pre-register for the vaccine is live.

This website permits the general public to pre-register for eligibility, to input their personal, contact, health insurance, and demographic information. It also allows for individuals to schedule an appointment for those who are immediately eligible based on screening questions. During peak times, there may be capacity issues that result in a message to try later.

Food Distribution Event – Tuesday, December 29th at 9am

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Breadsmith and Gargiulo Produce are providing a drive through and walk-up food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Tuesday, December 29th. Click here or text “FindFood” for English, or text “Comida” for Spanish to 908 224 7776 to find helpful information quickly.

Location

Warinanco Park at 1 Park Drive, Roselle, NJ 07203

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 household/vehicle, while supplies last.
  • Please make sure to clear out the vehicle’s trunk prior to arrival to make room for food bags and/or boxes.
  • 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.

Two Food Distribution Events on Saturday, December 19th

The County of Union is hosting two emergency holiday food distributions this Saturday, December 19th; one drive-thru and one walk-up.

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

Drive-Thru Event

When – December 19th, 9am.

Where – Kean University – 1000 Morris Avenue, Union NJ

Event Details

  • First 3,000 vehicles will receive a special holiday food box, produce, and meat with all the trimmings 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.

Walk-Up Event

When – December 19th, 1:30pm.

Where – 342 Westminster Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ

Event Details

  • First 500 persons will receive a special holiday food box, produce, and meat with all the trimmings on a first come first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last
  • Bring a cart for the walk-up.
  • 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.
  • Refrigerate any perishable items shortly after distribution.
  • 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.

Two Food Distribution Events on Saturday, December 12th

The County of Union is hosting two emergency holiday food distributions this Saturday, December 12th; one drive-thru and one walk-up.

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Community Food Bank of New Jersey and Gargiulo Produce are providing drive through and walk-up food distribution events to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Saturday, December 12th.

Drive-Thru Event

When – December 12th, 9am.

Where – Union County Vocational Technical School, located at 1776 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

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 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.

Walk-Up Event

When – December 12th, 1:30pm.

Where – Gerald B. Green Plaza, located at 200 West 2nd Street, Plainfield, NJ in the Rotunda Complex.

Event Details

  • First 500 persons will receive a special holiday food box with all the trimmings on a first come first served basis.
  • One food distribution per vehicle, while supplies last
  • Bring a cart for the walk-up.
  • 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.

Union County’s COVID-19 Testing Program

The Freeholder Board informs all residents of upcoming dates and schedule changes for Union County’s COVID-19 testing program. The Union County Mobile Test Unit has scheduled additional visits to local communities to provide free COVID-19 saliva tests for residents during the month of December. No car is required. All sites are available on a walk-up basis.

Also, the Kean University COVID-19 Drive-In Testing site will operate Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm during the weeks of December 21st and December 28th during the Holidays.

“Testing has been a cornerstone in our fight against COVID-19 and we encourage all Union County residents to use this free, convenient service,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “Even if you have no symptoms of illness, it is important to get tested if you feel that you may have been exposed to the virus by someone else, or are at risk of exposing others.”

Any County resident can use any of the walk-up sites. Masks and social distance are required at all times.

The following municipalities are scheduled for December (note: the Mobile Test Unit will administer the saliva test at all of these locations):

  • Mountainside – December 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Mountainside Fire Station, 210 New Providence Road
  • Plainfield – December 10, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Milt Campbell Field, East 3rd Street
  • Hillside – December 12, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Conant Park, 320 Conant Street
  • Rahway – December 15, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church. 809  East Hazelwood Avenue
  • Fanwood – December 15, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fanwood Train Station, 256 South Avenue
  • Berkeley Heights – December 17, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Church of the Little Flower, 290 Plainfield Avenue

For more details and to view the most updated schedule online click here, or call 908-214-7107 for assistance.

The Mobile Test Unit is available on request to visit local communities to provide tests for the general public. The Mobile Test Unit also visits locations such as senior residence buildings to provide on-site testing for vulnerable populations and other groups.

Municipal governments, non-profit organizations and community groups can request a visit by calling the Union County Office of Emergency Management at 908-654-9881.

Residents are urged to continue observing precautions against spreading the virus, including wearing a face mask, maintaining social distance, and washing hands frequently.

For more information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including guidance for using the Drive-Through Test Center at Kean University and a list of locations for walk-up tests, click here.

For general information about COVID-19 and phone contacts for 24/7 assistance with questions, visit the New Jersey Department of Health.

“The Company Men” Free Holiday Drive-In Concert Sponsored by the Freeholder Board Rescheduled to Sunday, December 6, at 6pm

Union County, NJ – Due to anticipated inclement weather on December 5, the upcoming “The Company Men” free holiday drive-in concert sponsored by the Freeholder Board has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 6, at 6:00 p.m. Tickets held for the December 5 show will be honored on December 6.

The concert will take place at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools campus, at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains.

In accordance with COVID-19 prevention rules, all tickets have been reserved on a first-come, first served basis. However, a limited number of spots may become available on a waiting-list basis. To reserve a spot on the waiting list, click here.

The Company Men, who describe themselves on their website as a “Modern Day Rat Pack,” are a nationally acclaimed vocal, pop music quartet who performs a mix of current Top 40 hits with classics of the last 60 years, with a special twist. They have appeared onstage with Mariah Carey, Billy Idol, Chaka Khan and others.

The band’s “Holiday Show” will feature classic songs such as Happy Holidays, Jingle Bell Rock, White Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas, Winter Wonderland, and much more. Their performances are family-friendly and have been praised as huge hit with multi-generational crowds, according to their website.

This event will run in compliance with state COVID-19 orders, regarding social distancing and other protocols. Attendees must bring their own snacks and drinks. There will not be any food or drink available for purchase.

To help promote social distancing, no walk-ups, bikes or chairs are permitted. Vehicles will be arranged at least 6 feet apart with adequate social distancing. Port-o-johns and wash stations will be available. Masks will be required when using the port-o-johns.

Attendees must stay in their vehicles (unless they need to use the port-o-johns). Those who are attending can bring their own food, and non-alcoholic drink. Alcohol is prohibited.

Further details will be available to residents upon reserving tickets. 

2019 Senior Freeze – Deadline Extended!

Did you know relief is available to FREEZE your property taxes? Don’t miss out.

This was a turbulent year. If you forgot to apply for the Senior Freeze property tax reimbursement, don’t worry. The filling deadline for 2019 Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) applications has been extended to December 31, 2020. The original deadline was November 2, 2020. With questions, please call the Property Tax Reimbursement Hotline at 1-800-882-6597. Take advantage of the extra time to get the relief you deserve!

Check for eligibility here.