A Message from Mayor Mahr

Earlier today, the state reported another 989 COVID-19 positive test results, bringing the statewide total to 140,743. Union County currently has a total of 14,203 confirmed cases.

In speaking with the Westfield Regional Board of Health we learned of one additional positive case in Fanwood, for a total of 86. However, there are some good indications that your efforts at social distancing are working!  Health officials are seeing encouraging downward trends. Study of the statewide test results show:

  • At the peak of the state outbreak, there were 4,500 individuals testing positive every day, today, less than 1,000 individuals tested positive
  • At the peak of the state outbreak, the percentage of folks testing positive, or the “positivity rate” was 60%.  Today’s “positivity rate” is 25%

Although it is clear we are still not out of the woods, it is also clear that what you are doing is working.  As weary as we all are of social distancing, your efforts are paying off, so keep it up and we’ll see this through together!

Please make note that tomorrow is the deadline for you to file your Party Affiliation if you wish to participate in the primary election of your choice. Please see links below.

As you are aware, Fanwood and Scotch Plains have canceled our Memorial Day Parade and Concert, but we are making plans for a “virtual” commemoration and details on that will be coming later in the week.  Stay tuned!

If you are having trouble accessing relief services, or you’re experiencing other emergency needs, I urge you to reach out to me directly at mayor@fanwoodnj.org.  We are here to help.

– Mayor Colleen Mahr

Election Deadlines

Due to COVID-19, Borough Hall remains closed to the public until further notice. The following election deadlines are approaching:

  • May 13, 2020: Party Affiliation Deadline
  • June 16, 2020: Voter Registration Deadline

You may also choose to vote by mail. The deadline to apply for Vote by Mail for the Election is seven days prior to the election date (July 7, 2020).  You may also apply in person at the Union County Clerk’s Office until the day before the election at 3:00 pm.

All forms may be dropped off at Brough Hall by deadline dates or mailed directly to the Union County Clerk, Two Broad Street, Room 113, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207.
Any questions regarding elections, please go to www.unioncountyvotes.com or call the County Clerk at (908) 477-5787.  All Applications are available below.

Party Affiliation Registration

Voter Registration Form (English)

Voter Registration Form (Spanish)

Vote-by-Mail Application (English)

Vote-by-Mail Application (Spanish)

DO YOU KNOW A FANWOOD HERO?

Has someone in your life gone above and beyond to serve others during this crisis? Please continue to email me (mayor@fanwoodnj.org) with photos and stories about our front line heroes. We want to publicly acknowledge their sacrifice and dedication.

Join NJ Human Services on our Facebook page at facebook.com/NJDHS this Wednesday, May 13th at 7 p.m. for a live discussion about services that could help you and your family during this public health emergency.

Fanwood cardholders get free access to Consumer Reports online. Log in with your 14-digit library card number. If your card only has 13 digits, just add a zero to the end to start shopping smarter.

Recycling Pick-up Tomorrow

REMINDER: The PMUA has amended its pick-up schedules temporarily.  Recycling will be collected in Fanwood TOMORROW May 13th so please remember to place your containers curbside this evening.

Important information for Second Quarter 2020 Tax Payments

In line with Governor Murphy’s executive order, the Borough of Fanwood has extended the normal May 1st property tax payment grace period to June 1st. This action supersedes the action the Borough Council took last month to reduce the interest rate applied to late payments.

Since Borough Hall is currently closed to the public, payments should be submitted as follows:

  • Regular Mail mail to tax collector 75 N Martine Avenue, Fanwood NJ 07023
  • Online on our homepage click on the sidebar for tax/utility payments; you will be directed to a site to make an online payment using credit card or e-check (additional charges are applied when paying online see information listed on payment site)
  • Drop-off there is a mail slot located on the wall outside of the front entrance to borough hall labeled tax and sewer payments drop payment inbox it will go into a secure payment box inside of the building.

Property Owners should take note of the additional fees that are charged on credit card payments. These charges are not imposed by the Borough of Fanwood but by the entity that will process the payment.  This site has been set up as a convenience.  The upcharges are as follows:

  • $1.05 to send an e-check
  • $3.95 for Visa Debit
  • 2.95% upcharge for credit card payments

Stingray Qello

Ever seen Bruce Springsteen in concert? How about Beyonce?  Now you can on Stingray Qello.
Qello has concert footage of Little Richard, Iggy Pop, U2, Miles Davis, Norah Jones, and more. You can also watch documentaries of your favorite artists and search setlists. Stream Qello through your RBdigital app. Register on our website if you don’t have the app. Need help? Contact library@fanwoodlibrary.org.

Library Reminder

The Fanwood Memorial Library will not charge overdue fees for items due during the time that they are closed. Borrowed items should be kept at home until reopen.

Access online resources with your Fanwood Library Card. Your PIN number is probably the last 4 digits of your phone number.

If your library card is expired, please email the Library at library@fanwoodlibrary.org to renew it. Also, email them if your PIN isn’t working or if you are a Fanwood resident and need a temporary library card.