Posted on: November 23, 2020
On 11/16/20 Gov. Murphy issued EO 196 reducing the allowable number of people for indoor and outdoor gatherings & on 11/22/20 he issued EO 200 extending the public health emergency. Read on for more on these orders and up to date information on COVID-19.
The rate of transmission in NJ is fluctuating in recent weeks between 1.16 and 1.60. Anything above 1.0 is considered concerning. The higher the number, the greater the risk of viral spread throughout the community. This rate has consistently av...
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Posted on: November 13, 2020
COVID-19 infections continue to rise dramatically. Cooler weather, the greater number of indoor activities, international outbreaks, pandemic fatigue, and increased levels of testing will continue to contribute to the increasing numbers of cases.
In New Jersey, the numbers of new COVID infections, hospitalizations and deaths are rising, but the hospitalizations and deaths are in much lower proportion to infections, than what was experienced earlier this year. This also seems to be true, nationally...
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Posted on: November 4, 2020
On October 24, 2020 Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 192, requiring employers to conduct daily health checks of employees to protect NJ's workforce. More on EO 192 and additional COVID-19 updates below.
COVID-19 Activity
Nationally, the number of new COVID-19 infections continues to rise dramatically, in many parts of the country. Cooler weather, the increasing number of indoor activities, second waves of COVID outbreaks overseas, pandemic fatigue and inc...
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Posted on: October 28, 2020
Nationally, the number of new COVID-19 infections has risen dramatically. COVID-19 infections, hospitalizations & deaths in NJ are rising but the hospitalizations & deaths are in lower proportion to infections, than what was experienced earlier this year.
Cooler weather, increased indoor activities, second waves of COVID outbreaks overseas, pandemic fatigue and increased levels of testing are contributing to the increasing numbers.
The rate of transmission has been fluctuating in recent weeks between 1.16 a...
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Posted on: September 2, 2020
Statistics are moving in the right direction, school is back in session and Governor Murphy recently announced the return of indoor dining, with caveats. Please review an update on COVID-19 from the Heath Department for the latest information.
The numbers of new COVID infections, hospitalizations and deaths in NJ continue to decline. The rate of transmission has recently been fluctuating between .80 and .92. Anything above 1.0 is considered concerning. The higher the number, the greater the ris...
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Posted on: July 14, 2020
Events continue to evolve rapidly. The Health Department is working closely with businesses, residents, private and public school districts, houses of worship, and other agencies within its jurisdictions to provide guidance and information.
The Department is enforcing COVID related Executive Directives while continuing to inspect state and locally regulated establishments, facilities, and activities in addition to investigating routine and non-routine public health threats and nuisances as t...
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Posted on: June 11, 2020
The Governor announced on Tuesday, June 9th, that as numbers of new infections and hospitalizations continue to fall, New Jersey is lifting the stay-at-home order!
The order was put in place nearly three months ago to slow the spread of the coronavirus/COVID-19 as the reopening plan nears Stage 2 with nonessential retail set to allow customers inside stores again next week.
Progress with fewer numbers of newly infect...
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Posted on: June 5, 2020
On June 4th, Governor Murphy signed Executive Order 151 extending the public health emergency in NJ for another 30 days.
Businesses, social gatherings, recreational and other activities specified in the original public health emergency order continue to be prohibited unless they are specifically permitted by subsequent executive orders.
Executive Order No. 151
New J...
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Posted on: May 20, 2020
Over the past several days, Gov. Murphy issued a number of executive orders impacting construction, retail businesses, car gatherings, beaches & boardwalks, the primary election & other recreational facilities. See below for more details.
As new infection and hospitalization rates associated with the COVID-19 outbreak in NJ continue to decline, Governor Murphy has issued a series of Executive Orders over the course of the last week that have begun to permit activities that had been restric...
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Posted on: October 28, 2020
Information on the number of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the Township of Pequannock, County of Morris and State of New Jersey is available through the County of Morris and State of New Jersey.
The Morris County Office of Health Management’s information page on COVID-19 includes a report on the number of cases, by municipality, in the County of Morris.
The State of New Jersey, Department of Health COVID-...
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Posted on: May 1, 2020
The Township of Pequannock Health Department, through a COVID-19 Advisory, provides great information on the things you can control and help your chances of standing strong in the face of COVID-19.
One of the most challenging aspects of Coronavirus COVID-19 is the amount of information that we do not know about it and how much of this crisis is beyond our control. We all appreciate the ability to control our destiny and it is important to remember t...
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Posted on: April 20, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is likely beginning to impact the mental health of many citizens. These impacts may deepen as this crisis continues. To work to improve public health outcomes, the Health Department is sharing the following message and resources.
As we are all well aware, the people of the United States are now experiencing a historic and global pandemic that has created a quickly developing and devastating public health and economic crisis. The New York/New Jersey metropolitan area has been hit p...
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Posted on: April 9, 2020
The Township recognizes that there have been many Federal and State orders and recommendations that have been declared or disseminated over the last several weeks. Following are recent orders impacting parks and construction and a summary for review.
Governor Murphy recently issued:
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Posted on: April 2, 2020
The Food Pantry is accepting calls from community residents who are unable to shop for groceries during the COVID-19 pandemic. Food and basic household items can be delivered to the best of the volunteers' ability. Donations are also needed!
If you or someone you know needs assistance during this time period, please call the Food Pantry line - 973-835-1145. Leave your name, address, telephone number and a short message. Your call will be returned by one of the Food Pantry ...
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Posted on: March 23, 2020
Governor Murphy Issues Executive Orders 107 and 108 Urging Residents to Remain Home, Closing All but Essential Businesses, Emphasizing the Need for Social Distancing and Addressing Inconsistencies Across All Levels of Government in New Jersey.
On March 21, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 107 and Executive Order No. 108.
In addition to prior executive orders, EO 107 provides specific direction regarding residents remaining home, the closure of non-essentia...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
On Thursday, March 19, 2020, the County of Morris issued an Order Pursuant to a Declaration of Emergency closing certain businesses and recreational facilities, and incorporating components of the Governor's Executive Order.
The order from the County of Morris includes the following:
The following businesses are ordered closed, within the geographic borders of Morris County, effective 2000 hours (8:00 p.m.) on March 19, 2020:
- Any Indoor Public or Private Recreational Bathing Fa...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
Beginning at 8:30 AM on Thursday, March 19, 2020 municipal offices, including the Municipal Building, Fire Safety Office, Annex on Alexander Avenue, and the Animal Shelter on Washington St. will be closed for walk in service.
If you need to meet with municipal staff, please contact the individual or department to schedule your appearance.
If you need to pay a tax or utility bill:
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
Governor Murphy Announced Aggressive Social Distancing Measures to Mitigate Further Spread of COVID-19 in New Jersey.
On March 16, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 104, implementing aggressive social distancing measures to mitigate further spread of COVID-19 in New Jersey. Among the directives in EO No. 104, Governor Murphy’s Exec...
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