The Morning Report
The Hunterdon County Morning Report provides up to date information on the actions of the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Constitutional Officers and the activities of County government, as part of Freeholder Board Director Shaun C. Van Doren’s commitment to greater public communication.
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Freeholders And Raritan Township Challenge NJDEP Rule
That Threatens Economic Recovery
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Citing a failure to provide a meaningful economic impact statement and numerous other errors and scientific deficiencies, the Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Raritan Township have joined together seeking Court action to overturn the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) recently adopted Surface Water Quality Standards rules, that both believe threatens economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Freeholder Board, on May 19th, approved a contract with Michael Gross of Giordano Halleran & Ciesla, as Counsel for the litigation against the NJDEP rule adopted on April 6
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. The County will share the legal costs with Raritan Township.
“For NJDEP to give final adoption to this rule without a legitimate economic impact statement, which is required by law, and to do so on April 6
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, less than one month into Governor Murphy’s orders for an economic shut down in the state, is not justifiable. The economic environment has dramatically changed and NJDEP should have put the brakes on this new rule,” Hunterdon County Freeholder Matt Holt stated.
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Workforce Development Offers Opportunity For Job Seekers
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The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board’s new ‘SkillUp Greater Raritan’ training website “could not be more timely, right now, to help those out of work and looking to improve their employment opportunities,” Hunterdon County Freeholder Zach Rich, liaison to the Workforce Development Board, reported at the June 2
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Freeholder meeting.
Rich stated, “The Workforce Development Board is making an effort to help those out of work and looking to improve their employment opportunities, when we can all go back to work. The website combines training and education resources with career counseling and available grants and programs, along with an online learning portal, creating a comprehensive employment resource for job seekers.”
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COVID-19 Testing
At Raritan Valley Community College Hunterdon/Somerset Joint Testing Site
Thursday June 18th
Thursday June 25th
Walmart is also offering COVID-19 testing starting May 27th
152 NJ-31 N, Flemington
CVS in Flemington is offering COVID-19 testing
798 Route 202
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NJMVC Further Extends Driver License, Registration, and Inspection Expiration Dates Due To COVID-19
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Effective immediately, expiration of certain documents have been extended as the NJMVC has closed its agencies to the public and is encouraging customers to utilize online services which have been expanded during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Hunterdon Medical Center
You can donate blood at the Hunterdon Medical Center by making an appointment. Blood donations are urgently needed, sign up today.
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Hunterdon County Parks
and Recreation
COUNTY PARKS OPEN
County Parks are open for passive recreational activities like walking/hiking, biking, and fishing. No picnicking, playground use, groups, or large gatherings. Buildings and restroom facilities remain closed to public, so “go” before you go. Parking remains limited to 50% in all locations. Please practice physical distancing of 6’ between non-household members, wear face coverings in busy areas, and consider exploring a lesser-known park if your favorite is busy. Thank you!
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HUNTERDON COUNTY
FLEMINGTON SENIOR CENTER GOES VIRTUAL
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Important COVID-19
Health Links
According to the CDC, the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a viral respiratory illness that has the potential to cause a severe illness
and pneumonia. It is contagious and spreads easily from person to person.
As Hunterdon County's Department of Health continues to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19), websites and resources are available.
You can also get Health Department updates
from their Facebook and Twitter pages.
If you have any questions, please call the 24-hour Hotline:
1-800-222-1222
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Are you experiencing
food insecurity?
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The Hunterdon County Board of Elections is requesting that all forms be sent through USPS for mail delivery.
The Board of Elections Office will continue to operate to answer public phone calls and process mail.
Call 908-788-1190, Monday through Friday,
9 am to 4 pm or
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Hunterdon County Community Alert
Emergency Notification
Sign up for Hunterdon County Emergency notification system.
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Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders and Constitutional Officers
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Shaun C. Van Doren
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Director
Susan Soloway
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Deputy Director
Matt Holt
John E. Lanza
Zach Rich
Mary Melfi
County Clerk
Fred W. Brown
Sheriff
Susan J. Hoffman
Surrogate
Michael J. Williams
Acting Prosecutor
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Boards and Commissions
continue to conduct meetings remotely.
Hunterdon County Board of Chosen Freeholders Meeting
Meeting will be held June 16th, at 5:30 pm via telephone conference pursuant to the recommendations of the Department of Health to protect public health
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