A Message from Mayor Mahr

Earlier today, the state reported another 3,528 confirmed COVID-positive test results, bringing the statewide total to 88,806. The current total in Union County is 9,972 and in Fanwood, we now have 56 confirmed cases. Unfortunately, two more Chelsea residents have passed from COVID-19, both with underlying conditions. The Westfield Regional Health Department is in close contact with the Chelsea, speaking with them throughout each day to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff. Our thoughts are with the families of the deceased and the staff of the Chelsea.

Tonight’s Regular Meeting of Mayor and Council will proceed as scheduled via video and telephone conference.  Members of the public can still listen and participate by following the instructions below.  To view the meeting agenda, please click here.

Again, I’d like to remind our entire community that if you are in need of assistance or have assistance to offer, please contact me directly at mayor@fanwoodnj.org.

– Mayor Colleen Mahr

Recycling pick-up for the month of May will occur on May 13 and 27. Additionally, the Fanwood Recycling Center will be closed on Saturday, May 2nd for specialty recycling drop off.

April 20 Council Meeting will be held via Video and Telephone Conference.

To participate and/or listen to the meetings of the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on Monday, April 20, 2020, at 7 pm, EST, please call 1-872-240-3412. When prompted to enter an access code, please enter 201-378-18. Public Access and Participation may be achieved through the following links:
Questions may be submitted by electronic mail to gotomeeting@fanwoodnj.org. The meeting will be broadcast on local access TV within 24 hours of the conclusion of the meeting. Please check your tv provider’s listings. To view the meeting agenda, please visit fanwoodnj.org.

Rockin’ for Autism Goes Virtual this Saturday, April 25

Rockin’ For Autism will happen, no matter what. That’s the loud-and-clear message from concert organizers, announcing the signature fundraiser for autism awareness month will now be broadcast online this Saturday, April 25, from 6-9 p.m.  You can watch the music festival on the Rockin’ for Autism Facebook Live page, www.rockin4autism.org,  Comcast Channel 35 or Verizon FIOS Channel 34. Read more at fanwoodnj.org.

Fanwood Recreation Goes Virtual

Beginning this week, Fanwood Recreation offers Spring ONLINE Programs for Seniors! You can take Aerobics, Zumba, Yoga, and Tai Chi/Qigong—all from the safety and comfort of your home!

Also beginning this week, for ages 11 and up, Fanwood Recreation offers ONLINE FREE weekly Intro to Comic Book Illustration class and, for ages 5 and up, a FREE weekly Karate class.

For more information about and to register for all these programs, please go to fanwoodrecreation.org.

NJ DOL Claims for Contractors

For independent contractors, self-employed workers, gig workers, and sole proprietors- here an update on the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program relief options available to you right now, and what’s coming down the pipeline.

First: the Department of Labor has released a Frequently Asked Questions document answering questions asked by self-employed workers, independent contractors, and gig workers regarding relief options that are available. It includes an explanation of PUA, a discussion of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and details on records and documents that you will need to qualify for relief.

The Department of Labor also released a guide to filing a PUA claim as an independent contractor, self-employed worker, or gig worker. It contains information about documents and information that you will need to provide to qualify.

Currently, the PUA application is not available. The Department of Labor is working around the clock to make the new PUA benefits system available, but until implementation is complete, I encourage everyone to start the process of qualifying for PUA today.