West Orange COVID Updates: Recycling, Parking, Primary Election

WEST ORANGE, NJ — West Orange will continue to reawaken from the coronavirus shutdown on Monday, July 6, with changes to curbside recycling and parking, municipal officials say.

Mayor Robert Parisi advised residents to keep social distancing through the Independence Day weekend.

“But that does not mean social isolation,” Parisi added. “Phone a friend, email and find ways to stay connected with friends and loved ones.”

“As we start this new month, we remember and offer our thoughts to all those impacted by the COVID-19 virus,” Parisi said. “And we can also celebrate the great progress we have made during the crisis. But we are not done yet…continue to be smart, be careful and wear a mask. Enjoy the 4th of July weekend.”

West Orange officials released the following updates on Wednesday.

PRIMARY ELECTION

A primary election will take place in West Orange on Tuesday, July 7. All voting is to be done by mail-in ballot only.

“In addition to mailing your ballot, there is a Mail-in Ballot Drop Box located at Codey Arena on Northfield Avenue,” town officials said.

• See related article: Vote By Mail, Primary Election Info For West Orange
• See related article: Essex Freeholder Primary Election: 7 Reasons Why You Should Vote

CURBSIDE RECYCLING

Beginning on Monday, July 6, curbside recycling will return to full commingled recycling. This means cardboard, paper, plastic, aluminum and glass can all be put out together on the regular recycling day.

As always, residents can continue to bring all recycling to the Recycling Center on Mt. Pleasant Avenue at their convenience and at no cost.

PARKING

On Monday July 6, all township parking ordinances will return to normal schedule. Overnight parking, alternate side parking, permit parking and hourly street cleaning restrictions will resume as posted.

LIBRARY/POOL

The West Orange Public Library is now offering curbside pick-up. Materials can be requested by calling the library at 973-736-0196.

The Ginny Duenkel Pool is open and operating seven days a week. For information about the Township Pool or about membership, call the Recreation Department at 973-325-4150.

• See related article: West Orange Reopens Town Pool: 'Safe And Successful'

SUNSHINE FUND

The Mayor’s Sunshine Fund has helped residents during the crisis and is still taking donations. Residents in need of assistance, or who are interested in making a donation, can call 973-325-4105.

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