Mayor: U.S. is going through ‘three pearl harbor attacks at the same time.’
Mayor of Teaneck, New Jersey, Mohammed Hameeduddin on the surge of coronavirus cases in the state.
Charting the Goings-On in Teaneck
Mayor of Teaneck, New Jersey, Mohammed Hameeduddin on the surge of coronavirus cases in the state.
For Immediate Release:
March 22, 2020
Contact:
Michael Pagan
Tedesco: BCC FEMA Test Site At Capacity for Today and Will Reopen Monday
Paramus, N.J. – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco has announced that the Bergen Community College FEMA test site for COVID-19 has reached capacity and will reopen tomorrow, Monday, March 23rd, at 8 a.m. to administer more tests to residents with symptoms.
“The FEMA test site at Bergen Community College has reached capacity and will reopen tomorrow, Monday, at 8 a.m. to continue testing residents for COVID-19,” said County Executive Tedesco. “Bergen County has the most COVID-19 related cases in the state, with five deaths. It is important that we test as many symptomatic residents as possible. We encourage those coming to the FEMA test site to please remain patient as we continue the process of administering tests.”
To be tested for COVID-19, individuals must present proof of New Jersey residency. Technicians will be screening individuals for symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, shortness of breath, coughing) and those who do not exhibit symptoms will be turned away. Physician notes are not required. However, if an individual has a physician’s note they are encouraged to bring it with them.
If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include*:
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
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Testing Site Will Open Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Beginning on March 20 Open to New
Community-Based Testing Sites are for individuals who are experiencing symptoms of respiratory illness. Individuals who are not symptomatic will not be tested, as it diverts critical resources such as testing kits and laboratory materials from those who are ill. Each site will be provided with an allocation of 2,500 specimen collection kits and Personal Protective Equipment for all staff. The specimen collections will be transmitted to the contracted laboratory twice per day and results will be reported within 2-5 business days. Testing is free and will be covered by the federal government or personal insurance company. Individuals are encouraged to bring insurance cards if they have one.
Community Based Testing Site Location
Bergen Community College
Paramus Campus – Lots B & C
400 Paramus Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
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COVID-19 Update Call
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 8 PM
This evening at 8PM, the Township of Teaneck will be hosting a Community Update on the Coronavirus.
Please join Mayor Mohammed Hameeduddin, Deputy Mayors Katz and Schwartz, Councilmembers Dunleavy, Romney-Rice, Kaplan, and Pruitt; Township Manager Dean Kazinci; Congressman Josh Gottheimer; Michael Maron, the President and CEO of Holy Name Medical Center; Dr. Suraj Saggar, Chief of Infectious Disease at Holy Name Medical Center; Deborah Cornavaca, Deputy Chief of Staff for Governor Murphy; Teaneck Health Officer Ken Katter; Teaneck School Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving; Police Chief Glenn O’Reilly; and, Fire Chief Jordan Zaretsky to discuss the latest status of the virus, preventative measures, and important contact information that will help to answer all of your questions and concerns.
To participate by telephone, please call 1-425-535-9303 at 8:00 PM. You will automatically be connected to the conference call. A recording of the conference call will be made available on the Township’s website (www.teanecknj.gov) Thursday morning.
Thank you.
Today’s executive orders, issued byt Governor Murphy and County Executive Tedesco can be found below:
For Immediate Release:
March 14, 2020
Contact:
Michael Pagan
201.336.6972
NEWS ADVISORY – HACKENSACK – SUNDAY MORNING
Teaneck Mayor Hameeduddin and Teaneck Manager Kazinci to Discuss Recent COVID-19 Developments
Teaneck Mayor Mohammed Hameeduddin and Teaneck Manager Dean Kazinci will hold a news conference SUNDAY MORNING – March 15th – at 10 a.m. in the 5TH floor Freeholder Public Meeting Room at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack, N.J. to discuss recent developments in connection with COVID-19 and the Township of Teaneck.
Also joining them will be Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer and Holy Name Medical Center Chief Medical Officer Adam Jarrett.
Dear Parents & Guardians,
Out of great concern for the health and welfare of Bergen County residents and all school staff during this Coronavirus/COVID-19 health crisis, the Bergen County Executive has called for ALL school buildings in this county to be closed, indefinitely, beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020.
On behalf of Teaneck Public Schools, I am appreciative of this decision. Although we currently have no presumptive positive cases in the District, we will close all of our school buildings next week. Our district office (at the Glenpointe – 300 Glenpointe Centre “East” building – 7th Floor) will remain open with limited staff each day. In the likely event that we will need to close our school buildings beyond the coming week, I will communicate that to you by the end of next week.
IMPORTANT EXPECTATION: During this difficult time, all school districts are required by the NJ Department of Education to continue to educate our children through a “learning from home” protocol. To that end, please be aware of the following important actions that we are taking:
Continued Education
Over this weekend, you will receive an email from our Curriculum & Instruction staff outlining how to access your child’s lesson plans/assignments – by grade – via our district website: https://www.teaneckschools.org
Middle school and high school students will be expected to work “virtually” (through the internet) and will be guided by their teachers in “Google Hangouts” throughout this process. All of our middle and high school students were provided a Chromebook to take home. If you do not have internet access at home, please contact your child’s school principal on Monday, March 16. They will be in the school building on that day from the hours of 11am-1pm to print home instruction packets for families. After Monday, you will not be able to enter the school buildings. If needed, you can visit the District Office at the address above.
For all other grades, the lesson plans provided will help guide you through the daily, two hour per day requirement. For our parents with children of special needs, you will receive further information from our Special Services department this weekend.
The email you will receive will provide more specifics and will even include “how to” videos. Just know that our expectation is for your child to complete their daily assignments. It is best to complete these over the next one to three weeks; but please note that in order for your child to receive credit for these instructional days, they MUST complete all assignments by the end of this school year. Also, if you have any questions at any time, you should contact your child’s teacher via their district email address and expect a response within 24 hours. If you do not receive a response within that timeframe, please let your school principal know and he/she will ensure that you receive an immediate response.
Afterschool & Evening Activities
While our school buildings are closed, there will be no afterschool or evening programs – including our before and aftercare (SACC) program. High school athletics will be suspended unless otherwise notified by our Athletics Director. The March 18th Board Meeting is our one exception – it will take place as scheduled (beginning at 7:30 pm). Any special recognition ceremonies previously planned for this meeting will be rescheduled.
Food Services
Although the school buildings will be closed, we will be distributing box lunches to any district family in need. Beginning Monday, March 16, you can come to Teaneck High School from 11 am – 1 pm to pick up a boxed lunch. There will be a tent area by the Cranford gym (facing the back parking lots). You will be asked for your child/children’s names. Our focus is on the health of our children. This includes ensuring they receive a nutritional meal!
COVID-19 Resources
As we all continue to follow the CDC’s guidelines on preventative measures such as washing our hands and “social distancing”, if you have any questions, please visit the following websites:
https://www.cdc.gov/
Additionally, Teaneck Township is providing its residents with a resource to obtain information about the Coronavirus/COVID-19 by sending an email to covid19@teanecknj.gov. A member of the Teaneck Health Department will answer your question(s) as quickly as possible.
Moving Forward
By Friday, March 20, I will let you know about our plans for the following week. Parents and guardians should continue to make childcare plans as I expect that we will likely be closed. Our faculty have prepared lesson plans for this second week and will be working on lesson plans for a possible third week of school closings.
I realize this is an extremely difficult time and will present great hardships for our families. I appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work together to stay healthy while continuing the critical work of educating our children.
Thank you Teaneck parents and guardians! I truly appreciate each and every one of you.
– Dr. Christopher Irving, Superintendent of Schools
Dear Teaneck Public Library patrons and community members,
In response to the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus in the northern New Jersey area, we are continuing to work in close partnership with the Township of Teaneck to take the necessary steps to slow the spread of this virus and ensure the health and safety of our library patrons and staff.
Out of an abundance of caution, and in consultation with the Township Manager’s Office and the Department of Health, Teaneck Public Library will be closed to the public, effective March 13, 2020 until further notice. All public programs, events, and meetings have been cancelled through the end of March.
The building will continue to be staffed as we work diligently to disinfect and sanitize facilities, continue providing high quality remote digital services, and prepare for a safe reopening of the building as soon as possible.
I understand how this action will be disruptive to Teaneck residents who rely on the library for critical information, access to technology, engaging materials, and enriching programs. However, the public health and the safety of residents and library staff is our number one priority.
Library staff will continue to communicate closely with Township and Health Department officials, and coordinate our response to this evolving threat to public health.
During this time, we encourage patrons to utilize the many digital remote services available, including:
For updates on library services and resources related to COVID-19, please visit the dedicated page on our website. You can also explore a complete list of digital library services that can be accessed remotely with a valid Teaneck Public Library card.
Thank you for your patience as we continue to address the challenges created by this unique situation as safely and effectively as possible.
Sincerely,
M. Allen McGinley
Library Director