A Message from the Mayor

UPDATE: March 17, 2020

BUSINESS OWNERS
State of Emergency Protective Measures in Effect

The City of Perth Amboy and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are monitoring and implementing emergency orders to attempt to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). My administration has been in various discussions with stakeholders, including the Office of the Governor, New Jersey State Department of Health (NJDOH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure the safety and wellness of our residents.

The following executive orders will be in effect starting Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Though we have no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) amongst our residents, we want to attempt to contain the spread of virus and take every precaution possible to safeguard our community.

Mayor Wilda Diaz and the Office of Emergency Management have declared a State of Emergency for the City of Perth Amboy;
All public, private, and parochial preschool programs, and elementary and secondary schools in Perth Amboy, including charter and renaissance schools, are closed beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, and remain closed until further notice. This does not apply to daycare centers which can remain open at their discretion;
All gatherings of persons shall be limited to 25 persons or fewer, with limited exceptions;
All nightclubs, gyms, fitness centers and classes, movie theaters, and performing arts centers will be closed to the public beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. and remain closed as long as this Order remains in effect;
All other non-essential retail, recreational, and entertainment businesses must cease daily operations from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m.;
Essential businesses such as supermarkets, grocery stores, pharmacies, medical offices, and gas stations may remain open past 8:00 p.m. After 8:00 p.m. all non-essential business must close;
All restaurant establishments, with or without a liquor or limited brewery license, are limited to offering delivery and/or take out-services ONLY. All establishments will be banned from serving alcohol;
Residents are encouraged to stay on their homes at this time, baring emergencies and exempting those reporting or returning from work. ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY.

The Perth Amboy Police Department is keeping a close eye on price gauging city-wide. Residents wanting to report price gouging and consumer fraud are encouraged to call the Division of Consumer Affairs at 973-504-6240.

ATENCIÓN: PROPIETARIOS DE NEGOCIOS
Estado de medidas de protección de emergencia en efecto

La Ciudad de Perth Amboy y la Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias (OEM, por sus siglas en inglés) están monitoreando e implementando órdenes de emergencia para intentar contener la propagación del nuevo coronavirus (COVID-19). Mi administración ha estado en conversaciones con varias agencias, incluyendo la Oficina del Gobernador, el Departamento de Salud del Estado de Nueva Jersey y los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés) para garantizar la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros residentes.

Las siguientes órdenes ejecutivas entrarán en vigor a partir del lunes 16 de marzo de 2020 a las 8:00 p.m. Aunque no tenemos casos confirmados del nuevo coronavirus (COVID-19) entre nuestros residentes, queremos intentar contener la propagación del virus y tomar todas las precauciones posibles para proteger nuestra comunidad.

La alcaldesa Wilda Díaz y la Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias han declarado un Estado de Emergencia para la Ciudad de Perth Amboy:

Todos los programas preescolares públicos, privados y parroquiales, y las escuelas primarias y secundarias en Perth Amboy están cerradas a partir del lunes 16 de marzo de 2020 y permanecerán cerradas mientras la Orden permanezca vigente. Esto no se aplica a las guarderías que pueden permanecer abiertas a su discreción;
Todas las reuniones de personas se limitarán a 25 personas o menos, con excepciones limitadas;
Todos los clubes nocturnos, gimnasios, clases, cines y centros de artes estarán cerrados al público a partir del lunes 16 de marzo de 2020 a las 8:00 p.m. y permanecerán cerrados hasta nuevo aviso;
Todos los demás negocios minoristas, recreativos y de entretenimiento deben cesar sus operaciones diarias a partir de las 8:00 p.m. hasta las 5:00 a.m.;
Los negocios esenciales como supermercados, bodegas, farmacias, consultorios médicos y gasolineras pueden permanecer abiertas después de las 8:00 p.m. Después de las 8:00 p.m. todos los negocios no esenciales deben cerrar;
Todos los establecimientos de restaurantes, con o sin licor o licencia limitada, se limitará a ofrecer entregas y / o tomar ordenes SOLAMENTE.
Se recomienda a los residentes a permanecer en sus hogares en este momento, excluyendo emergencias a aquellos que se reportan o regresan del trabajo. SOLO VIAJES ESENCIALES.

El Departamento de Policía de Perth Amboy vigila la subidas de precios en toda la ciudad. Se recomienda a los residentes que deseen informar sobre el aumento de precios y el fraude al consumidor a llamar a la División de Asuntos del Consumidor al 973-504-6240.

Updated: March 16, 2020

Dear Perth Amboy Community,

The City of Perth Amboy and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is monitoring and implementing emergency orders to attempt to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). My administration has been in discussions with various stakeholders including the Office of the Governor, New Jersey State Department of Health (NJDOH) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure the safety and wellness of our residents. The following executive orders will be in effect starting Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. Though we have no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) amongst our residents, we want to attempt to contain the spread of virus and take every precaution possible to safeguard our community.

Mayor Wilda Diaz and the Office of Emergency Management have declared a State of Emergency for the City of Perth Amboy;
All public, private, and parochial preschool programs, and elementary and secondary schools in Perth Amboy, including charter and renaissance schools, are closed beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, and remain closed as long as the Order remains in effect. This does not apply to daycare centers which can remain open at their discretion;
All gatherings of persons shall be limited to 25 persons or fewer in Perth Amboy, with limited exceptions;
All nightclubs, gyms, fitness centers and classes, movie theaters, and performing arts centers will be closed to the public beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. and remain closed as long as this Order remains in effect;
All other non-essential retail, recreational, and entertainment businesses must cease daily operations from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. During business hours businesses may remain open if they limit their occupancy to no more than 50 persons and adhere to social distance guidelines;
Essential businesses such as supermarkets, grocery stores, pharmacies, medical offices, and gas stations may remain open past 8:00 p.m. After 8:00 p.m. all non-essential business must close;
All restaurant establishments, with or without a liquor or limited brewery license, are limited to offering delivery and/or take out-services ONLY. All establishments will banned from serving alcohol;
Residents are encouraged to stay on their homes at this time, baring emergencies and exempting those reporting or returning from work. ESSENTIAL TRAVEL ONLY.

CLOSURE AND CANCELLATIONS
EFFECTIVE MARCH 17TH UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Schools will be closed as of Monday, March 16th until further notice
City Hall is closed to the public
Perth Amboy Public Library will be closed
All recreational programs, including senior services, have been suspended
Perth Amboy court sessions have been suspended for two weeks
The Tax and Water Department will be closed until further notice. Residents are encouraged to pay online and or use the city’s drop off box in the front of City Hall. Please use a money order or check and be sure to add your account number.
All parks will enforce closure at dusk

The Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center at 1 Olive Street will allow public to visit the Office of Vital Statistics, by appointment only.
Code Enforcement Department will have the 1st floor receptionist area open to assist residents with their code issues. All other offices will be closed and or by appointment only.
The Department of Public works will remain in operation for garbage collection and sanitation.
Public Safety will remain in full operation and will ensure enforcement of the city-wide State of Emergency Executive Order.
Alternate side street cleaning is canceled until further notice

PREVENTION AND WELLNESS

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing;
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands;
If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol;
Avoid close contact with people who are sick; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people keep a distance of six feet from others to avoid spreading or catching of the virus;
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe;

Sign up for Coronavirus Notifications: For the emergency updates and up-to-date notifications, residents are encouraged to text their zip code to 888777.

I encourage our residents to follow these rules to help prevent the spread and infection of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), especially amongst elderly and those with underlying medical conditions.

In times of crisis, we are reminded of our strength and courage as a community. As your mayor, I thank you for your cooperation so that our office and community partners can provide seamless care to the residents of Perth Amboy.

Yours truly,

Wilda Diaz
Mayor of Perth Amboy

Updated: 03/13/2020
Dear Residents,

As concerns arise regarding the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the State of New Jersey, please know that my administration is taking every precaution to keep residents informed and safe. We have weathered many storms as a community and we will once again be prepared to weather this one. I will continue to update you as we receive more information.

What is the Coronavirus or COVID-19?

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can cause respiratory illnesses such as the common cold or more severe illnesses. The coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China had not been previously detected in humans or animals and much is still unknown about it. The virus has been named “SARS-CoV-2” and the disease it causes has been named “coronavirus disease 2019” (abbreviated “COVID-19”).

The current situation:

As of this site’s last update there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the City of Perth Amboy. This is an evolving situation and we will provide updates as information becomes available.

What the City of Perth Amboy is doing:

The City of Perth Amboy’s Administration and Office of Emergency Management are closely monitoring the situation and are in regular contact with state and federal health agencies including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New Jersey Department of Health. We will be working closely with community partners to inform our residents of any and all information pertaining to this current health concern.

What you can do:

Take care of your health and safeguard others by following the CDC’s basic protective measures including:
Washing your hands often
Covering your cough or sneeze
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick
Staying home when you are sick

More information is given on the New Jersey Health Department website at: https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml Avoid assumptions about who may or may not have come into contact with someone carrying the virus based on their identity. Follow the New Jersey Department of Health on Twitter: @njdeptofhealth, Facebook: /njdeptofhealth and Instagram: @njdeptofhealth

Keep up-to-date with the Official City of Perth Amboy Youtube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5kg3jabYNBDyQJhCZRsBOA

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