Mayor Janice Mironov and Members of Council -- Denise Daniels, Anthony Katawick, Marc Lippman, David Russell, Johnnie Whittington and John Zoller -- Present

May 3, 2020

CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATE

MESSAGE FROM MAYOR JANICE MIRONOV

To our blessed dedicated first responders continuing to protecting us -- our police, our rescue squad and fire company volunteers. We couldn't do it without you!

To our many East Windsor Residents who continue to step up and make contributions of financial support toward local food distribution, and supplies and equipment to our Township to support our First Responders, and those who in so many other ways reach out to help residents in need during this time of unprecedented challenge. Resident support of our local businesses is appreciated. This all shows the great community that East Windsor Township is, a strong caring community with a heart.

To the Health Care Workers of all of our area hospitals and health care facilities, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital/RWJ Barnabas Health, which has been a great partner to East Windsor, Robbinsville and Hamilton.

To our many supportive East Windsor Businesses who continue to generously contribute key supplies and equipment for Township personnel and First Responders, including: Hovione and Shiseido. Shout outs also to BAPS, Congregation Anshei Roosevelt, as well as Harborview Foundation, United Chinese Americans, Central Jersey Chinese American Association, Huaxia Chinese Schools at Plainsboro and Windsor Athletic Club.

To Greenhill Pharmacy in East Windsor who has partnered with the Township of East Windsor and the Township of Robbinsville to provide hand sanitizer to any and all residents at no charge. Greenhill Pharmacy has compounded batches of hand sanitizer solution to provide to residents. To obtain hand sanitizer, fill out this google form with your request. If you are unable to come out, Greenhill Pharmacy will arrange delivery to your doorstep at no cost.

We appreciate the generosity and caring of so many Township businesses and residents who have come forward with donations and to volunteer to help out others. Remember our local businesses and restaurants who much need our support. The Township continues to be here to provide important services and to help you. Our great community spirit has helped sustain all of us. Keep strong and be hopeful, knowing that together we will move through these painful and challenging times.

Positive COVID-19 cases do continue to increase in Mercer County and the State of New Jersey. On a positive and hopeful community note, as of Saturday, May 2, 2020, a total of 311 East Windsor resident cases have recovered.

So it is even more important to continue this progress by practicing social distancing, following the advice and directives of health care professionals and government officials, and using good sense, so we can all get through this difficult period together. We need to remember that the most effective and most caring responsible thing we can continue to do for ourselves, our loved ones and our entire community is to continue to do what we are doing.

Mercer County has reported, as of May 3, 2020, there have been 233 new cases for a total of 4,504 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases to date, and 2 additional deaths for a total of 255 deaths in Mercer County. All active cases are either at home self-isolating or admitted to the hospital. The State of New Jersey today reported 3,027 additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases for a current total of 126,744 cases, and 129 additional deaths for a total of 7,871 COVID-19 related deaths statewide. For all further information and data related to COVID-19 cases, go to the New Jersey official COVID-19 dashboard (CLICK HERE).

If you are concerned about your mental health or the mental health of a loved one during the current crisis, NJMentalHealthCares is available 7 days a week from 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. at (866) 202-HELP (4357).

EAST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP UPDATES AND REMINDERS

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Temporary changes to Township Garbage Collection and Related Services became effective Monday, April 13 and will continue through May 30, 2020, with restoration of some services effective Week of May 11, 2020. For full details (CLICK HERE).

COUNTY UPDATES

PARK COMMISSION REOPENED PARK TRAILS, GOLF COURSES ON SATURDAY, MAY 2, subject to designated restrictions, following Executive Order No. 133 issued by Governor Murphy providing authorization. County parkland and lakes will be open for the public and for passive recreation only. Permitted activities include walking, running, biking, fishing and boating. Dog parks, playgrounds and restrooms will remain closed to the public. Sporting and field events, picnics, public gatherings and all active recreation will not be permitted in the parks at this time. All park patrons must abide by social distancing standards put in place by the governor. Social distancing requirements will be strictly enforced.

All four Mercer County golf courses will reopen to the public and operate at reduced capacity. Golf carts will not be available; all golfers will only be allowed to walk the course while maintaining social distancing standards. Golf course clubhouses, restrooms, pro shops and driving ranges will remain closed. Tee time bookings and payments can only be made online through the golf website at https://www.golfmercercounty.com/tee-times/. In-person bookings and payments will not be accepted. Each day will have limited capacity for golfers. Use of facemasks is strongly encouraged in the parks and golf courses during this time.

For up-to-date information on the reopening of Mercer County parks and golf courses, please visit www.mercercountyparks.org or www.golfmercercounty.com.

STATE OF NEW JERSEY UPDATES

Governor Murphy issued Executive Order No. 135 (CLICK HERE) on May 1, 2020, suspending in-person requirements for receipt of a marriage license and marriage ceremonies, and for the receipt of working papers for minors.

For general questions and concerns about COVID-19:

• Call: 2-1-1
• Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
• Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
• Visit covid19.nj.gov for additional information

PRIOR UPDATES

For prior updates and resources visit the EAST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP COVID-19 information webpage:
www.east-windsor.nj.us/COVID

Residents are advised to check the Township website at www.east-windsor.nj.us, read E-News Alerts, tune into Community Access TV Comcast Channel 27 and Verizon Channel 38, or call the municipal information hotline at (609) 443-4000, ext. 400, for schedule updates.