COVID-19 Information Center
We have created this information center to provide our community with the most up-to-date Borough Communication and Announcements, as well as a list of useful links for organizations on the local, state and national levels. We also invite you to visit your local businesses page and utilize the take-out and delivery options available!
Updated 4/2/2020
We continue to monitor the situation surrounding COVID-19. To adhere to recent public health and government recommendations, we have updated our operations plan which is effective immediately and will remain in effect until further notice. Future updates to the operation plan will be added here.
3/19/2020
Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Mayor Hemphill has signed off on this Emergency Management Declaration with the intentions to stop the spread of the virus.
Public Information Links
For the most accurate information, the CDC has a number of resources specific to the virus online, which can be accessed by visiting cdc.gov/coronavirus. The “Shared Facts About COVID-19” page is also a useful tool in understanding facts about the virus.
On March 21st, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No.107 implementing statewide Stay at Home and Closure of All Non-Essential Retail Businesses. Please click here to view the announcement or select the link above for the COVID-19 Resources found on the NJ.Gov website.
The New Jersey Department of Human Services provides a number of useful resources focused on family care, and the mental and physical health of the general public. This includes, but is not limited to, the recent announcement of Mental Health Telephone Support Available During COVID-19 Outbreak.
"What should I do if I tested positive for COVID-19?" MCRHC - Tested Positive Information
This page helps the public distinguish between facts and rumors/disinformation regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. It addresses current social media and text message disinformation campaigns. It also has links to various Federal rumor control FAQ pages.
Monmouth County Clerk Hanlon has created a central webpage for official government notifications relating to closures, curfews, and updates about government operations in Monmouth County due to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation.
NJDEP, Bureau of Sustainability is dedicated to providing public education on food waste reduction. This very important information for the public to consider can be followed on the NJDEPAQES Facebook page, which can be found at the above link.