News from the Township of Cranford
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Governor Announces Pools Can Open on June 22
Today, Governor Phil Murphy announced that public and private pools can open beginning Monday, June 22. Although the guidelines will not be released until tomorrow, we can expect regulations that will limit the number of people permitted in the pool at the one time, sanitizing procedures, social distancing, mask requirements when not in the water, and members bringing their own chairs. As soon as they're announced, the guidelines will be posted on
Cranford Pool & Fitness Center page.
Membership
registration is open and information is available on the same page.
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More About What’s Opening Soon
Hair Salons and Barbers:
These businesses got the go ahead to reopen on June 22 and are awaiting specific guidelines about operating their businesses from the State Dept. of Cosmetology.
Nail Salons, Massage and Tattoo Studios
: At this time, these are not included in the personal services reopening.
Churches and Houses of Worship:
Guidelines about occupancy levels will be announced later this week.
Outdoor Dining and Retail Shopping Coming June 15. Here’s What You Need to Know
Outdoor Dining
- Patrons are prohibited from entering indoor sections except to walk through when entering or exiting or to use the restroom.
- Customers are required to wear face coverings only when inside the building (unless there is a medical reason for not doing so or if the patron is under 2 years).
- Employees are required to wear face coverings and gloves when in contact with customers and when handling food, utensils, and other items.
- Smoking is prohibited in areas where people are drinking and eating.
- It's recommended customers wait in their cars or away from the establishment while waiting for a table if outdoor wait areas do not allow for proper social distancing.
- Reservations are encouraged to help control customer volume and require customers provide a phone number if making a reservation in case of the need for contact tracing.
Shopping in Stores
- Stores can open with 50% of normal occupancy level.
- Provide special shopping hours for customers considered in the vulnerable population such as the elderly or immune compromised.
- Regular sanitizing of common areas and high touch areas, like credit card machines.
- Install barriers or partitions where customers pay and mark floor to keep customers six feet apart.
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New Hours at the Union County Test Site at Kean University
The County’s COVID-19 Test Site is now open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 am to 4 pm for Union County residents, including those without symptoms. An appointment is still required. You can call 908-214-7107 or 908-373-5105 or schedule an appointment
here
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COVID-19 Case Update since Friday, June 5
- CRANFORD: 481 confirmed cases (2 NEW in community); 93 fatalities (0 NEW): (13 in community/80 in LTC)
- UNION COUNTY: 6,241 confirmed cases (27 NEW); 1,100 fatalities (2 NEW)
- NJ: 164,497 confirmed cases (356 NEW); 12,214 fatalities (40 NEW).
Did You Complete Your Census Form?
The 2020 Census will take less than 10 minutes to complete. It’s safe and secure. The 2020 Census helps New Jersey and Cranford get our fair share of federal funds. Get all of the details and sample form here:
www.census2020us.gov
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Township Committee Meetings
The Township Committee will hold a Workshop Meeting tonight at 7 and Official Meeting tomorrow evening at 7:30. The Agendas are posted on
www.cranfordnj.org
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Due to the ongoing public health emergency, and the Governor's Executive Orders related to the same, the Township Committee of the Township of Cranford will conduct all meetings remotely and by electronic means for the foreseeable future. The Township Committee will continue to meet on their regularly scheduled meeting dates and times.
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 (the “Open Public Meetings Act”) and consistent with the Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services guidelines, the Township Committee Meetings will be open to the public by electronic means. Residents can view the meetings on TV-35, and via livestream on TV-35's Facebook Page.
Residents who wish to participate in the virtual meeting for purposes of making a public comment or to participate in any scheduled public hearing should follow the instructions and complete the registration form available at the Township of Cranford’s website at
https://www.cranfordnj.org/minutes-and-agendas.
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New Publication Schedule
More than three months ago, we created this daily official newsletter to keep Cranford residents and businesses information about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it was affecting our community, businesses and municipal services. Starting this week, we will switch to a Monday, Wednesday and Friday publishing schedule but will send a news alert if there is an important announcement.
We intend to continue publishing this newsletter so that you have access to accurate and timely information about the Township.
Marking Gay Pride Month
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We Are Here to Answer Your Questions.
We know you have questions during these uncertain times and while we may not always have the answers immediately, we will do our best to get the information you need. The Township Commissioners work closely every day with State and County representatives, our public safety, emergency management and professional staff on best practices for providing municipal services efficiently and safely, developing innovative and effective ways to restart businesses and recreation activities. This work and planning have been ongoing since the onset of the COVID-19 emergency. We are planning so that Cranford is prepared to meet the current and future challenges.
Thank you for your tremendous cooperation, patience and support.
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