Mayor's Message - May 2021

Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Mayor Linda H. Schwager

In the past I have attempted to organize a committee to help our residents with disabilities. The committee would serve to help enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities so that they can participate, to the fullest extent possible, in every day activities in our community.

I recently met with a volunteer and a participant in Mahwah who described Mahwah's very successful Access for All Program. Both the volunteer and  participant described with enthusiasm the exciting social activities available. The ages of the participants range from school age children to adults. Activities such as bowling  and holiday parties have provided positive experiences.

This is a very critical time in our history. Many activities for all individuals have been prohibited. Many individuals have been isolated in their homes without social interaction. However, with the warmer weather upon us and with the many people who have been vaccinated, this is a good time to begin the process of reconnecting with each other and helping all those who need our help.

If you are interested in joining me to start up this new adventure in Oakland by creating an Access for All Committee in Oakland, please contact me.

You can call me at (201) 337-5166 or email me anytime at mayorschwager@oakland-nj.org.

Linda H. Schwager, Mayor of Oakland