Full Notification

April 7^th, 2020
 
The Ocean Township Office of Emergency Management continues to work with the Ocean Township Police Department, Waretown First Aid Squad, Waretown Fire Company and the Township of Ocean Committee along with officials from the county, state, health department and school district to address this ever changing situation.
 
This afternoon the Ocean County Health Department notified us that we had three (3) new cases of COVID-19 in town today. The total positive residents in Ocean Township increased to twelve (12). Please note the total estimated population according the Census Bureau for Ocean Township is 9,049 which equals approximately .132% infection among residents in town.
 
At this time, the Ocean County Health Department is leading the investigation in the case and is the agency responsible for additional notifications. As testing sites and the availability of tests within the southern part of the state increase we will inevitably see an increase of positive cases within our town, this has been expected and it has been planned for.
 
For a full review of all cases within Ocean County please visit the Ocean County Health Department Website: https://www.ochd.org/covid-19-case-totals/
 
As time progresses, the Office of Emergency Management will provide you with regular briefings on what is taking place in the community. We will keep you updated on information on closings and postponements and the latest information concerning the virus from county and state offices as it applies to the Township of Ocean.
 
Township of Ocean:
 
The Township of Ocean will hold the Regular Business Meeting April 9, 2020 at 7:00 pm - on “Zoom”

The Agenda is posted on the Township’s Website:  www.twpoceannj.gov

Please note:  Comments and Questions shall be sent by e-mail to [email protected] up until 3:00 pm on Thursday, April 9, 2020.  In Reference:  Township Meeting Question Include your name and address for the record.  This will be read into the record by the Township Clerk. 

The information to join the Zoom Meeting:
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All township parks remain closed until further notice.
 
County of Ocean:
 
All county parks included the Barnegat Rail Trail remain closed until further notice.
 
COVID-19 testing is available for symptomatic residents of Ocean Cunty with physician’s script and appointment. Go to www.OCHD.org for more information and to make an appointment.
 
State of New Jersey:
 
New Jersey extends State tax deadline from April 15 to July 15, 2020. Additionally, the State Fiscal year is extended through September 30.

Executive Order 108: Effective 8pm today, All State parks and Forests will be closed to the public.

CDC Information:
CDC on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings

CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.

CDC also advises the use of simple cloth face coverings to slow the spread of the virus and help people who may have the virus and do not know it from transmitting it to others.  Cloth face coverings fashioned from household items or made at home from common materials at low cost can be used as an additional, voluntary public health measure.

Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the cloth face covering without assistance.

The cloth face coverings recommended are not surgical masks or N-95 respirators.  Those are critical supplies that must continue to be reserved for healthcare workers and other medical first responders, as recommended by current CDC guidance.

Should cloth face coverings be washed or otherwise cleaned regularly? How regularly?
Yes. They should be routinely washed depending on the frequency of use.

How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering?
A washing machine should suffice in properly washing a cloth face covering.

How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering?
Individuals should be careful not to touch their eyes, nose, and mouth when removing their cloth face covering and wash hands immediately after removing.

How to Wear Cloth Face Coverings
Cloth face coverings should—
•           fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
•           be secured with ties or ear loops
•           include multiple layers of fabric
•           allow for breathing without restriction
•           be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html
 
Community News:
 
Ocean Township PBA Local #371
 
Hello again residents of Ocean Township we are very proud to announce we will be hosting our 3rd free pizza night for families in need this Friday April 10th.  The event will once again be running from 5pm to 7pm (or until we run out) in the back parking lot of police headquarters.  This event is for families in need from Ocean Township only! 
 
We would also like everyone to know that this event is being fully funded by the kind residents of Ocean Township along with generous donations from Spencer's Marina Inc, The Brunch Spot and The Ocean Township PTA!!  
 
Thank you again to Villaggio Pizza and Il Casereccio" Family Pizzeria and Tavola Calda" for agreeing to fulfill this huge order again.  
 
We hope to see you there and please spread the word to a family who you feel would benefit from this event!!
 
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Ptl. Michael Cicero at [email protected]

Prepared by:
Chief Michal J. Rogalski
Ocean Township Police Department
Office of Emergency Management
[email protected]