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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update 7/20/2020

From Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Posted on: July 20, 2020 - 2:26pm
Coronavirus Update 7-20-2020

Tennis Courts:

Please be aware that there will be a Tennis Camp at the Oakland Tennis Courts the weeks of 7/20 and 7/27.  Only 2 courts will be available to the public during the hours of 9-12 and 1-4 during these two weeks.

Governor Murphy Announces High Contact Sports to Resume:

Today Governor Murphy announced that he is signing an Executive Order to allow contact drills and practices, and competitions, to resume today for high-risk sports. Practices must be held at outdoor venues ONLY. All sports will have to abide by a number of health and safety protocols.  Official guidance will be forthcoming.

County of Bergen Mobile COVID-19 Testing: Week of July 20th:

The County of Bergen is hosting continued mobile COVID-19 testing this week. First responders from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and general public from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Symptomatic and asymptomatic testing available. Please provide proof of Bergen County residence or employment, as well as I.D. and insurance, if applicable. Below are the locations for the week:

  • July 21:
    • Waldwick, Saddle River, and Wyckoff: Waldwick Train Station, Intersection of Hewson Avenue and Walter Nightengale Place, Waldwick, N.J.
  • July 22:
    • Teaneck: Richard Rodda Community Center Parking Lot, 250 Colonial Court, Teaneck, N.J.

Please visit co.bergen.nj.us for weather updates/cancellation notices if applicable.

#MaskUpNJ:

We need to keep wearing our face coverings when in public – indoors and out. We know it’s not a comfortable thing to do on a 100-degree day, but it’s absolutely necessary for us to keep hammering away at this virus.

Heat Advisory:

Look After Children, Elderly and Pets

Weather data being monitored by the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management suggests that this weekend will be one of the hottest weekends of the summer, so far.

Plenty of sunshine and temperatures well into the 90s are expected both Saturday and Sunday, with little chance of any rain shower activity.

Please make sure to take special care of small children, elderly residents, and animals/pets, all of who need to stay hydrated during these excessive heat related events. Also, check on neighbors who may need assistance.

During as extreme heat situation, residents are urged to:

  • Avoid strenuous activities.
  • Wear light clothing.
  • Check on family members and neighbors.
  • Drink plenty of fluids.
  • Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
  • Never leave people or pets in a closed car.

You can prepare now to keep your home cool:

  • Cover windows with drapes or shades.
  • Weather-strip doors and windows.
  • Use window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, to reflect heat back outside.
  • Add insulation to keep the heat out.
  • Use attic fans to clear hot air.
  • Install window air conditioners and insulate around them.

Also, learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illness.

Upcoming Board, Committee, Commission Meetings:

Meeting Links and Passwords for upcoming Board, Committee, and Commission Meetings are posted here. 

  • Recreation Commission 7/27 at 8:00 p.m.
  • Sustainable Oakland Green Team 7/28 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Environmental Commission 8/4 at 7:30 p.m. 

Coronavirus Positive Tests in Oakland:

Today the Borough of Oakland was notified by the Bergen County Health Department that there are a total of 240 individuals in Oakland who tested positive for the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Bergen County has a total of 19,984 positive Coronavirus Cases, and the State of NJ has 176,963 positive cases.

If anyone has questions about COVID-19, you can call the 24-hour New Jersey Hotline at (800) 222-1222. You can also visit the State of NJ Coronavirus Website Here.

Important Resources:

  • The latest data on coronavirus infections in New Jersey are available on the New Jersey COVID-19 Dashboard. The dashboard has been updated to provide more information on scope of the virus and hospitalizations, including the number of patients hospitalized, discharged, in critical care, in intensive care, and on ventilators, along with data on statewide ventilator capacity, numbers of positive/negative tests, and more.
  • New Jersey’s COVID-19 Information Hub includes valuable resources and information for families, workers, and employers who have questions or needs arising from the current crisis.
  • Testing Sites: To locate a testing location, specifics on how to get a test, and the hours of operation, click here.
  • Information for businesses impacted by COVID-19.

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