Millburn Mayor Provides COVID-19 Update, Other Important Information – TAPinto.net

MILLBURN, NJ — Yesterday afternoon, Millburn Township Mayor Jackie Lieberberg provided the latest update for residents regarding cases of COVID-19 in town, as well as a couple of other peices of important information.

As of Monday’s update, there were currently 91 confirmed patients with COVID-19 in Millburn Township. Essex County had reported 7,589 patients throughout the county.  

Some brief important items for our community;

•    A reminder with today’s storms and rain that if you are experiencing a power outage, please report it to JCP&L at 1-888-544-4877.  Never approach a downed power line or a downed tree that may have powers lines entangled. Always assume power lines are energized and keep your distance.

•    An update regarding the Township’s building department.  The building department will accept new permit applications.  These permits will be processed, but not issued at this time.  No new construction can be started, but we will work to make sure that the permits are ready when new construction is allowed. 

 
•    All land use board meetings for the remainder of April are cancelled.  This includes Board of Adjustment, Planning Board and the Historic Preservation Commission.  More information will be made available shortly about when these groups are reconvening and in what capacity. 

•    Township Parks are open for passive recreation only.  Social distancing is required.  This is not an option.  The Township’s Public Works Yard remains open, but the same guidelines are imperative.  Public Works employees may reduce the number of vehicles allowed in the yard at one time to help ensure compliance.  We want to continue to keep these facilities open for our residents.  Please continue to do the right thing.  

•    Parents – I am asking that you continue to talk to your children, particularly those that enjoy a bit of independence, about their responsibilities in maintaining social distancing to fight the spread and flatten the curve.  Remember that children are not immune.  The gathering of children is NOT allowed.    

I am happy to report that Down the Block, a local charity here in Millburn Township and run entirely by Millburn/Short Hills residents, is available for our neighbors in need.  All of the Board Members are all volunteers, so you can feel comfortable that any donations are used 100% to support the health and well-being of our neighbors in crisis.  For those seeking assistance with short term emergency needs due to a financial setbacks, you can find out more and apply via www.downtheblock.org.  For those willing to help support your neighbors in this time of crisis, you can go through Down the Block. All inquiries regarding support services are CONFIDENTIAL.   Given the current economic climate, now more than ever, donations are very much needed to continue their support for our community. 

Again, please visit their website at www.downtheblock.org or call them directly at (973) 943-1424.

A reminder to join your neighbors and the Millburn-Short Hills Front Line Appreciation Group for Operation Appreciation tonight at 7pm.  Stand outside your homes and make some noise to thank the health care workers, first responders and essential workers who have been working so hard to keep our families safe.

 Millburn Short Hills Residents – You are extraordinary.  Remember to obey traffic and distancing protocols.   Stay home. Stay safe.  Practice some mindfulness— do some yoga poses—Be grateful. Enjoy your family—- THANK YOU!