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Mayor's Message:
Getting Ready for Spring
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Dear Jazz,
Don’t let the snow that came down earlier this week deceive you. We have almost made it through another Winter and Spring is right around the corner. Soon we’ll be met with the sweet sounds of birds chirping in the morning, serene walks in the park, warm sunny days, rejuvenating rain for growth, beautiful flowers, and many more of the gifts that Spring brings. After a cold and dark Winter, we gratefully welcome Spring and traditionally greet her with a freshly cleaned home. Aside of our regular cleaning rituals, we do a deep dive in spring to get rid of the winter cobwebs. Our curtains are washed, the windows are cleaned, and every blanket is on its way to the laundromat. It’s as though we are trying to make every corner of our home inside feel as fresh as it does outside. But there is something else that we should take care of refreshing – ourselves.
Now is the perfect opportunity to not only clean out our homes but leave our bad habits outside with the trash. Whatever promises we made to ourselves and broke following the new year - now is the time to revisit them. Whether it’s kicking a smoking addiction, eating greener, or actually using the gym membership we bought in January – let’s enter Spring with a dedicated commitment to become the best versions of ourselves, not just physically but mentally as well. Let’s set aside time for self-care, plan that vacation you’ve been meaning to take, or find a hobby that brings you peace. Let’s take care of us.
It’s also important to remember that sometimes, what is pulling us behind are not only our bad habits, but the people we keep in our lives that are bad for us. Perhaps it’s someone that does not encourage you to be the best you can be, someone that speaks down to you, or someone that doubts you. Regardless of the situation, our community is full of good people and it’s more harmful than you may realize to be surrounded by those that don’t make life more enjoyable for you.
Now is also the time to plant seeds of kindness. To be the kind of person you’d want in your corner. To serve as an advocate for those that need help raising their voice. To step up to the plate when needed and not just talk the talk but walk the walk. One act of kindness can inspire multiple people to act on their own, and this has the power to change an entire community for the better.
Our days now feel longer as we have more sunlight filled hours to do what we want. I ask that you use this time to visit one of our beautiful parks, go to one of our many delicious restaurants, attend one of our community events, volunteer for one of our community organizations - there is so much to do! And now, it feels like we have the time to do it. Let’s water our community with the love it requires from all of us to bloom into a better city for all. This Spring lets truly refresh and #LovePlainfield more than we have before.
#LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield
Creating One Plainfield. One Future.
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Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
City of Plainfield
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Mensaje Del Alcalde:
Preparándose Para La Primavera
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Queridx Jazz,
No dejes que la nieve que cayó a principios de esta semana te engañe. Casi hemos superado otro invierno y la primavera está a la vuelta de la esquina. Pronto nos encontraremos con los dulces sonidos de los pájaros cantando por la mañana, paseos serenos en el parque, días cálidos y soleados, lluvia rejuvenecedora para el crecimiento, hermosas flores y muchos más de los regalos que trae la primavera. Después de un invierno frío y oscuro, damos la bienvenida con gratitud a la primavera y tradicionalmente la saludamos con un hogar recién limpiado. Además de nuestros rituales de limpieza regulares, hacemos una inmersión profunda en primavera para deshacernos de las telarañas de invierno. Nuestras cortinas se lavan, las ventanas se limpian y cada manta está en camino a la lavandería. Es como si estuviéramos tratando de hacer que cada rincón de nuestra casa se sienta tan fresco como lo hace afuera. Pero hay algo más que debemos cuidar de refrescar: nosotros mismos.
Ahora es la oportunidad perfecta no solo para limpiar nuestros hogares, sino también para dejar nuestros malos hábitos afuera con la basura. Cualesquiera que sean las promesas que nos hicimos a nosotros mismos y rompimos después del nuevo año, ahora es el momento de revisarlas. Ya sea que se trate de dejar una adicción al tabaco, comer más verde, o usar la membresía del gimnasio que compramos en enero, entremos en la primavera con un compromiso dedicado a convertirnos en las mejores versiones de nosotros mismos, no solo físicamente sino también mentalmente. Dediquemos tiempo para el cuidado personal, planifiquemos esas vacaciones que ha querido tomar, o encontremos un pasatiempo que le brinde paz. Cuidemos de nosotros.
También es importante recordar que a veces, lo que nos está tirando hacia atrás no son solo nuestros malos hábitos, sino las personas que mantenemos en nuestras vidas que son malas para nosotros. Tal vez sea alguien que no te anima a ser lo mejor que puedes ser, alguien que te habla mal, o alguien que duda de ti. Independientemente de la situación, nuestra comunidad está llena de buenas personas y es más dañino de lo que te das cuenta estar rodeado de aquellos que no hacen la vida más agradable para ti.
Ahora también es el momento de plantar semillas de bondad. Ser el tipo de persona que querrías en tu esquina. Servir como defensor de aquellos que necesitan ayuda para alzar su voz. Dar un paso al frente cuando sea necesario y no solo hablar, sino caminar el camino. Un acto de bondad puede inspirar a varias personas a actuar por su cuenta, y esto tiene el poder de cambiar a toda una comunidad para mejor.
Nuestros días ahora se sienten más largos ya que tenemos más horas llenas de luz solar para hacer lo que queremos. Les pido que aprovechen este tiempo para visitar uno de nuestros hermosos parques, ir a uno de nuestros restaurantes deliciosos, asistir a uno de nuestros eventos comunitarios, ser voluntario para una de nuestras organizaciones comunitarias, ¡hay mucho que hacer! Y ahora, parece que tenemos el tiempo para hacerlo. Regemos nuestra comunidad con el amor que requiere de todos nosotros para florecer en una ciudad mejor para todos. Esta primavera, vamos a refrescar y #AmarPlainfield más de lo que tenemos antes.
#LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield
Creating One Plainfield. One Future.
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Alcalde Adrian O. Mapp
Ciudad de Plainfield
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UPCOMING SPECIAL
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH EVENT
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Dr. Deepali Mattoo Pediatric
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
March 10, 2023
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On Friday, March 10th the City of Plainfield celebrated the opening of Dr. Deepali Mattoo's Pediatric office. Dr. Mattoo is a highly trained, board-certified Pediatrician who has built strong bonds and love with the kids and their parents who live in and around Plainfield, NJ. Her time interacting with the community has led to a fluency in Spanish, and now she is a medical provider who can interact comfortably with all members of the community.
The ribbon-cutting was attended by Mayor Adrian O. Mapp, Economic Development Director Zenobia Fields, City Council President Charles McRae, Councilman Barry Goode, and Councilman Robert Graham among other city officials.
"Clinica Pediatra, Doctora Mattoo" can be found at 201 East Front Street.
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El Viernes 10 de Marzo, la ciudad de Plainfield celebró la apertura de la oficina pediátrica de la Dr. Deepali Mattoo. La Dr. Mattoo es un pediatra altamente capacitada y certificada que ha construido fuertes lazos con los niños y sus padres que viven en y alrededor de Plainfield, NJ. Su tiempo interactuando con la comunidad le ha llevado a una fluidez en español, y ahora es una proveedora médica que puede interactuar cómodamente con todos los miembros de la comunidad.
Al corte de cinta fue atendido por el alcalde Adrian O. Mapp, la directora de Desarrollo Económico Zenobia Fields, el presidente del Concejo Charles McRae, el concejal Barry Goode, y el concejal Robert Graham, entre otros funcionarios de la ciudad.
"Clinica Pediatra, Doctora Mattoo" se puede encontrar en 201 East Front Street.
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A MESSAGE FROM
UNION COUNTY:
Wildlife Photography Contest Returns to Union County
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The Union County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce that the annual Wildlife Photography Contest is returning to the Trailside Nature and Science Center. Amateur photographers in Union County age 10 and up are invited to enter their original photographs of wild animals in their natural habitats including birds, fish, amphibians and insects as well as mammals.
“Preserving and protecting our natural environment is a priority for the Commissioner Board, and the photography contest provides an opportunity for photographers in our community to share messages about the beauty and variety of life in our public parks, and beyond,” said Union County Commissioner Chairman Sergio Granados.
To learn how to submit a photograph to the Wildlife Photography Contest, call Trailside at 908-789-3670 or visit ucnj.org/trailside.
Entries must be received or postmarked no later than April 18, 2023.
The Wildlife Photography Contest is open to non-professional photographers only. Photographs can be in color or black-and-white, and can depict wildlife in any natural habitat, including those located outside of Union County.
Each submission must be submitted without a frame or matting, in print size 5’ x 7.”
A panel of local, professional photographers will judge the photographs in groups of ages 10-13, 14-17, and 18 or older.
The judging will be based on originality, composition, technical excellence and artistic merit.
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A MESSAGE FROM
THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY:
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation to Help Veterans More Easily Obtain Nursing Licensure While Addressing Critical Health Care Shortages
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Additional Bill Signed Into Law Honors Veterans’ Sacrifices by Covering Burial Costs for More Veterans
TRENTON – As part of the Murphy Administration’s ongoing efforts to support veterans and their families throughout New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy today signed two bills into law to ease the path for veterans with certain medical training to become licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and to expand eligibility for veterans with limited incomes to have their funerals covered by the government.
“It is our duty as a State and as a society to support the veterans who have selflessly served in defense of our country,” said Governor Murphy. “These new laws will allow us to honor their sacrifices and ease the burden on their families by expanding eligibility for funeral costs that are covered by county governments. Additionally, we are making it easier for other veterans to obtain civilian employment as licensed practical nurses by recognizing the medical training they received during their time in the military, which will also help bolster our statewide health care system.”
“The first bill relieves a burden on low-income families who seek to preserve the memory of their loved one’s life and service to our country,” said U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Lisa J. Hou, D.O., The Adjutant General of New Jersey and Commissioner of Veterans Affairs. “The second piece of legislation is great news for the medical professionals within our services who are looking to apply their valuable skills outside the military.”
Veterans who are unable to pay for their funerals may have the cost of their burial or cremation covered by the county government. To allow more veterans to qualify for this service, the first bill (A-2493) expands discharge classification eligibility criteria from veterans who were honorably discharged to any veteran who is discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.
The bill also clarifies income eligibility for these veterans as not exceeding 200 percent of the federal poverty level. To further expand where eligible veterans may be buried, the bill adds national cemeteries as a permissible burial sites.
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A MESSAGE FROM
THE WHITE HOUSE:
President Biden's Budget Makes Our Communities Safer and Combats Crime
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Biden-Harris Administration announced over $73 million in outreach grants to connect more Americans with affordable, high-speed internet
Over 16.75 million households are now saving over $500 million per month, thanks to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new funding to lower the cost of high-speed internet, releasing $73 million in Affordable Connectivity Outreach Grants to help more Americans sign up for the Affordable Connectivity Program and save on monthly internet costs.
In the 21st century, affordable, reliable high-speed internet is key to opportunity – to access education, healthcare, work, precision agriculture and keep in touch with loved ones. Still, too many are left without high-speed internet because they lack the infrastructure, or are inhibited by high costs or lack of technological skills. In particular, these inequities impact communities of color, rural communities and older Americans where the lack of affordable, reliable high-speed internet contributes to significant economic, health and other disparities.
That’s why President Biden and Vice President Harris worked with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to make sweeping changes to lower the cost of internet for families across the country as part of the Biden Administration’s Investing in America Agenda, including a record $65 billion in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to make sure all Americans finally have access to affordable, high-speed internet.
Already, 16.75 million households are saving over $500 million per month on high-speed internet through the Affordable Connectivity Program. Now, the Biden-Harris Administration is releasing an additional $73 million in Affordable Connectivity Outreach Grants to help more Americans sign up for the program and save on internet costs.
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