A message from Mayor Mahr
As we navigate through these uncertain times, the Borough of Fanwood will continue to hold the safety and health of our residents, employees, and visitors as our highest priority. Along with the Westfield Regional Health Department (WRHD), we are monitoring the quickly evolving COVID-19 outbreak.
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COVID-19 Health Resources
ONLINE
It is important to get news and updates from official, credible sources of information on novel coronavirus such as the CDC, NJDOH, and our local health department.
IMPORTANT LINKS
PHONE & TEXT
We encourage residents to call the NJ COVID-19 Hotline at 1-800-222-1222 if they have general questions about novel coronavirus. The hotline is open 24/7 and has multi-language capacity. Callers who need medical advice should contact their health care provider. A disaster mental health helpline has been set up at 877-294-HELP (4357) for anyone that need to talk.
The NJ Poison Control Center and 211 have partnered with the State to provide information to the public on COVID-19:
- Call: 2-1-1
- Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
- Text: your zip code to 898-211 for live text assistance
- Visit nj.gov/health or covid19.nj.gov for additional information.
Statements & Advisories
Statements from the Westfield Regional Health Department:
Local Testing Centers
Location: Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083
Hours: 9am-5pm
Requirements: Patients must have a script acquired by their primary care physician and be registered by their doctor or healthcare provider on a secure portal in order to receive drive-thru testing.
If you believe you may have symptoms of COVID-19, there is a new self-assessment tool developed by the State of New Jersey. This tool will assist you to determine what actions you can take to protect you and your loved ones’ health and help determine whether you should be tested for COVID-19. The tool can be accessed at self.covid19.nj.gov.
Community Assistance
Welfare Checks: (908) 322-5000 or email covid19@fanwoodpolice.org. If you have an emergency, please dial 911.
Senior Resources: (908) 322-5000 and enter 0 for all requests.
New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance COVID-19 page
Unemployment Resources:
- New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
- Unemployment Insurance Application
- COVID-19/Novel Coronavirus Information for New Jersey Businesses
Mental Health Resources: 877-294-HELP (4357)
Community Cancellations and Event Updates
Until further notice, the following restrictions have been implemented:
- The Fanwood Museum is closed until further notice.
- The Fanwood Memorial Library is closed until further notice.
- Scotch Plains-Fanwood public schools are closed until further notice.
- The Office of Vital Statistics is staffed and available via phone or email to assist.
- All Senior Center, Recreation, and other community events are postponed until further notice.
- All Municipal Court sessions are suspended. Please check njcourts.gov for updated information about Municipal Court closures.
- PMUA has amended its recycling pick-up schedule. Recycling will be collected in Fanwood on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 and Wednesday, April 15, 2020.
- Fanwood skatepark and playground equipment is off limits for public use. Residents are permitted to walk and enjoy the grounds but touching or using any equipment is strictly prohibited.
- Police and Emergency Services will continue to function normally but are also available for additional assistance for Fanwood residents who require medical equipment, supplies, or medication. For more information, please visit fanwoodpolice.org.
- The State of New Jersey is currently under a stay-at-home order by Governor Phil Murphy. Only essential businesses and organizations should be operating normally. For information on how a stay-at-home order may affect you, please view the order here.
- Fanwood Borough offices are closed to the public. The offices remain open to staff. If you need assistance, staff may be reached by telephone or email. Any drop-off forms, payments, or applications can be deposited into our drop box located at the front of the building.
Message from Fanwood Construction Office
Although the Borough Hall offices are closed to the public, we ask that you please follow the following procedure in order to conduct business with the Construction Office:
- Inspections will only be performed at the discretion of the Construction Official. Examples include decks, footings, foundation, and vacant structures.
- To schedule inspections, please call 908-322-5244 x129 and leave a message.
- Applications can be submitted by mail or left in the dropbox at 75 North Martine Ave. Incomplete applications will be returned. If you need guidance contact, Lisa Halloran, at lhalloran@fanwoodnj.org.
- Permits can be paid for by mail at the address listed below. Once received and processed the permit will be mailed to you.
Mail applications and payments to:
Borough of Fanwood
Fanwood Construction Office
75 N. Martine Avenue
Fanwood, NJ 07023
Application forms are available by clicking here.