Borough of Lincoln Park 973-694-6100
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Mayor David Runfeldt April 1, 2020
Dear Lincoln Park Community,I have spent the last few weeks doing my best to keep all of Lincoln Park informed as to the myriad of recommendations, requirements, guidelines and best practices on how to be ready for the arrival and spread of the corona virus in our community. Unfortunately, I have also spent the last few days, sadly, informing you of the amount of positive cases of COVID-19 that have taken hold of us here in town.
As both Mayor and Emergency Management Coordinator, I have tried to lead and offer facts rather than react and allow rumors to run rampant. I take both my elected position and my appointed position as seriously as I take the health and safety of my own family. I hope this gives you some assurance that I, all of your town officials and employees, are doing everything within our power to keep you, and your family, safe and healthy during this very trying time. ...read entire message
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Make a note of the following:- BOROUGH OFFICES ARE OPEN, BUT CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
- The Borough has 2 lock boxes available 24/7 for anyone wishing to drop off paperwork to any of the departments. One box is located inside the vestibule of the main entrance to the Municipal Building and the other is located outside the Community Meeting Room. Please feel free to contact the appropriate department to confirm they have received your documents.
- Lincoln Park Library is CLOSED until further notice.
- All Recreation Events are cancelled until further notice.
- Spring Bulk Collection is CANCELLED.
- PARKS; PLAYGROUNDS ARE CLOSED, PARKS ARE CLOSED FOR BASKETBALL, SOCCER, BASEBALL, TOUCH FOOTBALL, TENNIS.
- PARKS ARE OPEN FOR FOR PASSIVE RECREATION SUCH AS WALKING.
- April 10: GOOD FRIDAY - BOROUGH OFFICES & RECYCLING YARD CLOSED
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There are so many ways to stay in touch with the Borough and to get the information you need. Visit our website for a list of ways you can connect with Lincoln Park.
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CONTACT US with questions about your Route # or any other concerns 973-694-6100 #2058
Important Dates: April 10: Good Friday - Recycling Yard CLOSEDApril 11: Recycling Yard open 7am - 5pm April 25, 2020 - Spring Shred Day CANCELLED
Important Recycling Yard Information:HOURS: 7am - 5pm Monday through SaturdayBulk Compactor: 7am - 5pm Fridays and Saturdays ONLY PLEASE TRY TRY BRING ONLY ESSENTIAL ITEMS Second-Hand Shack CLOSED until further notice.- BULK REGULATIONS IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19: The recycling yard is open to the public however, please refrain from taking unnecessary and unessential trips to the yard. We will not accept full house clean outs. Full house clean outs should be brought to the Morris County transfer station (1100 Edwards Rd Parsippany, NJ) or a transfer station of your choice. We appreciate your cooperation as the Borough of Lincoln Park takes precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus.
- Grass & Brush Pick-ups will begin April 7th but are subject to change. Please continue to monitor the Borough's various communication channels for changes. We will make every effort to inform the community of any changes to operations as soon as possible. For more information contact (973) 270-2056.
Rt #1: GRASS April 9th & 23rd BRUSH April 7th Rt #2: GRASS April 16th & 30th BRUSH April 12th Rt #3: GRASS April 16th & 30th BRUSH April 21st
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Get information on your collection schedule, cancellations, etc... SIGN UP TODAY! Visit the Recycling page of our website for more information .
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There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
- CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
- Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
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Jacque CastanedaLP Food Pantry Coordinator FOOD PANTRY APPLICATIONIf you or anyone you know is in need of assistance please contact us: 973-694-2890 or e-mail us at Foodpantry@bolp.org. Follow us on Instagram: Foodpantry2018 Year-Round Donation Drop-Off Locations located at: Borough Hall, LP Public Library, PAL Building, St Joseph Parish, The First Reformed Church. Cash or check donations to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables for our clients.and/or gift cards are always welcome. Healthy options are always needed and appreciated.
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Borough Clerk's Office:COUNCIL MEETING UPDATE:The April 6th Work Meeting is CANCELLED due to Covid-19. Next Council Meeting will be on April 20th. The March 17th Meeting was streamed live on Face Book.
ELECTION UPDATE:- April 8: Last day to change your party affiliation (55 days before Primary)
- May 12: Last day to register to vote for the June Primary Election.
- May 12: Last day to change residence address
- May 26: Last day to apply for a Mail in Ballot Application. The Clerk’s office will mail the application to your home upon request.
- June 1: Mail in Ballot Voter who misses the deadline may apply, in person, at the County Clerk’s office in Morristown from 6am – 8pm.
- June 2: Primary Election Day 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- The County Committee election is postponed until the 2021 election year. Current County Committee member’s terms will be extended until the 2021 primary.
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973-694-6100 ext 2044 973-694-6100 ext 2066
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A MESSAGE FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT:It is unfortunate that the weather is perfect and all our our wonderful recreation events, classes and programming have to be postponed/cancelled/suspended. We hope to be back to offering great programs when COVID-19 decides to leave our community. We have not officially cancelled Summer Camp or closed the Lake for the Summer - we hope to open Camp and the Lake when our Government and Health Officials tell us we will be safe in doing so.
In anticipation of the day we can resume our recreation activities, there are some things you can do to get ready for the day when Recreation re-opens. One of them is to register you family on our new on-line program - CIVICREC.
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The Lincoln Park Recreation Department is very excited to offer you the ability to easily and securely view and register for activities online. CivicRec is fast, easy to use, provides around the clock access, and your account information remains private and secure. You can easily create a new account by following these simple steps: Click on the Create an Account link. Fill out the form for New Account Request completely, including all required fields (Birth Date, Gender, Email Address, etc.) and click submit. Please submit your request only once. Please note if you are registering a child for an activity, please use your own information when filling out the online registration account request form, NOT the information of the child you wish to register for an activity. Once you have an online registration account, you will have the opportunity to add family members.
Please use the link to connect to CivicRec: https://secure.rec1.com/NJ/lincoln-park-nj/catalog
CivicRec will allow the Recreation Department to accept credit card payments. This feature will be available mid April .
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The Lincoln Park Library will be closed until further notice is response to COVID-19.
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Go PaperlessThe Water & Sewer Department is offering E-Bills. Go paperless and get your water and sewer bills emailed to you each quarter. To sign up please stop by the Water Department or visit the Water Dept page of the Borough’s website. Sign Up now for E-Bills
ACH DIRECT WITHDRAWL: The Automated Electronic Funds transfer program allows you to pre-authorize payment of your municipal charges directly from your checking or savings account through electronic funds transfer - with no paper check involved! To sign up for ACH Direct Withdrawal, visit the Finance Dept page to print the form. Please drop off or mail back to the Borough with a copy of a voided check.
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Building / Zoning· Sal Marino: salm@bolp.org ext. 2026 · Judy Waters: judyw@bolp.org ext. 2028 Please contact Sal Marino for property maintenance complaints or questions. Please contact Judy Waters for forms or other information. You may drop off your applications and appropriate fees in the black drop box outside the Community Meeting Room or inside the vestibule of the main doors of the Municipal Complex.
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STRESS - ANXIETY - SUBSTANCE ABUSEHelp is available during the COVID-19 Crisis
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ReachNJ connects individuals who need counseling to live, trained addiction experts who answer the 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week hotline and get callers help, regardless of their insurance status.
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