NUTLEY, NJ - The Township of Nutley declared a State of Emergency Wed. Mar 18 after three cases of COVID-9 coronavirus were announced. The state of Emergency declaration will provide the local government the resource to respond to the current situation more effectively.

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) made the following announcement:

State of Emergency

The Township of Nutley Board of Commissioners and Office of Emergency Management has declared a State of Emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic. The action will provide the Township with the tools needed to more effectively respond to the situation.

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Parks and Recreation

All Parks and Recreation activities are cancelled through Friday, March 27,2020. Basketball courts, tennis courts and playgrounds are now closed. Parks and ball fields will remain open for walking, exercising.

Known Cases of Coronavirus In Nutley

At this time, there are three known confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Nutley, and unfortunately more are anticipated in the days ahead. The Township is working diligently to track any interactions the individuals who tested positive have had with residents, and we will ensure that anyone at risk of exposure is provided with all of the information necessary, including being tested themselves if appropriate.

Due to federal privacy regulations, the Township cannot share detailed information on cases and residents should not contact the Nutley Health Department to request patient details.

Township Government

At this time, all municipal government will remain open, however no person other than an employee is allowed into any building unless absolutely necessary and an appointment is scheduled in advanced. We encourage residents to contact departments by phone.

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Residents are urged to remain indoors and to practice social distancing (at least 6 feet) at all times when outdoors.





Individuals can take the following steps to protect themselves:

Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If not available, use hand sanitizer.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid contact with people who are sick.

Stay home while you are sick and avoid contact with others.

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing.

Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.

Health Department

Commissioner Rogers and the Nutley Health Department urge residents with general questions about COVID-19 to visit www.nutleynj.org/health or call the Nutley Health Department at 973-284-4976.

The CDC has identified older adults and people who have severe chronic medical conditions like heart, lung, or kidney disease as being at higher risk for more serious COVID-19 illness. According to the CDC, early data suggest older people are twice as likely to have serious COVID-19 illness.

That’s why the CDC recommends that people at higher risk follow the measures cited below:

Stay at home as much as possible

Stock up on supplies, food and prescriptions.

Take advantage of the delivery options in our community: Shoprite from Home: https://shop.shoprite.com/store/c088347 Fresh Direct: https://www.freshdirect.com/help/delivery_info.jsp



(Consider contacting your local supermarkets and pharmacies to see if they have delivery options)

Take everyday precautions to keep space between yourself and others.

When you go out in public, keep away from others who are sick, limit close contact, and wash your hands often.

Avoid crowds as much as possible.

Avoid cruise travel and non-essential air travel.

We are committed to staying connected to our older residents during this health emergency and have taken the steps to make regular calls to our most vulnerable seniors at home. We will also stay in contact with regular updates via phone or email.

If you are interested in participating in the Operation Reassurance Program, a senior citizen call program, please contact Cheryl DiAntonio at 973-284-4936.

Nutley Public Library

The Library is now closed through Friday, March 27, 2020.

Nutley Department of Public Affairs

The Department of Public Affairs is operating. However, in the interest of public safety and health, access to our office is not available. If you need assistance call 862-333-8595 and a member of our staff will assist you.

Nutley Family Service Bureau

The postponement of the 2020 Scouting for Food Drive will have a significant effect on The Pantry at Nutley Family Service Bureau, which receives up to 90% of its annual shelf stock from this community effort. At this time, we are emphasizing the need for local support in order that NFSB can continue to serve our neighbors in need. Particularly needed are donations of: cereal, peanut butter, canned chicken and tuna, rice, pasta, sauce, soups and beans. Healthy snacks for children such as granola bars and raisins are also in demand.

Donations are gratefully accepted in the marked bins on the porch at the rear of the NFSB Annex at 169 Chestnut Street. Additionally, grocery gift cards for the purchase of staples are always welcome. For updates, please visit www.nutleyfamily.org

If you or your family find yourselves in need of emergency support (especially at-risk populations including vulnerable seniors and those with disabilities and underlying medical conditions) please contact the NFSB Main Office at: 973-667-1884

Nutley DPW

Parking meter enforcement will be suspended until March 30th. Please support our local businesses. Based upon most current information, there is the potential for the virus to be in feces and sewage, therefore effectively immediately, DPW will not be cleaning out residential sewer laterals.

Nutley Public Schools

Students who typically receive free or reduced breakfast and or lunch at school will still be provided with food. Please check your email for specific times for food pick up by school. If your family does not receive free or reduced lunch, but your family needs additional food support, please call 973-667-1884, option #7. No one will be denied a meal. Nutley Public Schools are currently closed through Friday, March 27, 2020. For more information on Nutley Public Schools, for additional information you should visit: www.nutleyschools.org.

Nutley Public Safety

Please be advised that the Department of Public Safety will be fully staffed and will continue to respond to all emergencies within the Township. We ask that if you are under quarantine or symptomatic that you let the dispatcher know when you call 911.

Nutley Tax & Water Department

During the next few weeks, we are asking all residents to use our on-line service capability from the convenience of your home. Visit our website www.nutleynj.org to:

Pay your water or propertytax on-line

Schedule a final water meter reading (waterbilling@nutleynj.org)

If you prefer you can always mail payments to:

1 Kennedy Drive, Nutley, NJ 07110

PTR (NJ State Senior Freeze program) forms will be completed and returned to you within 3 to 4 business days

If you have questions, please contact our office as follows:

Tax questions e-mail: taxcollector@nutleynj.org

Water questions e-mail: waterbilling@nutleynj.org

By telephone 973–284-4951 and follow the prompt

** Please note when accessing your water and tax account on-line you will need the following:

Tax:

Block

Lot

Qualifier (only if condo or apartment)

PIN # (on tax bill) or e-mail tax collector

Water:

Account number

PIN # (on water bill) or e-mail water billing

Additional Information

The Township of Nutley will continue to provide updates as the situation warrants via the Township website: www.nutleynj.org.

In addition, the Township reminds all parents and students to avoid congregating outside to avoid unnecessary social contact.

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