NJ has declared a State of Emergency

Update - State of Emergency is over.

This showed up in my mailbox and I thought I'd pass it along:

Snow Emergency Update from Elie Y. Katz

11:15pm 12/26/10

Teaneck Municipal Building CLOSED on Monday Teaneck - Municipal Building offices will be closed on Monday, December 27th, due to the declared state of emergency. All Non-Emergency Municipal Operations will be closed for business. State Senate President Stephen Sweeney, serving as acting governor with Gov. Chris Christie and Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno traveling out of state, declared a state of emergency this evening. The snowfall was forecast to continue through Monday morning's rush hour, with the heaviest precipitation in the state's northern region and coastal areas, said meteorologist Jim Hayes of the National Weather Service in Mount Holly. Wind gusts were forecast for up to 60 mph. A blizzard warning was to remain in effect through 6 p.m. Monday. Sweeney, who is serving as acting governor until Friday, wants New Jerseyans to keep off the roadways during the state of emergency. "It is vital that police and public works crews are able to do their jobs," he said. "I urge all residents to take this declaration and this storm seriously, and to stay safe, stay home and stay off the roads. We will continue to monitor this storm with the help of our State Police and transportation officials."

Hospital & Ambulance Update In Case of EMERGENCY....don't wait to call 911!!! There are four ambulance crews on duty. Arrangements were made for Holy Name staff working today to sleep at the hospital tonight. Earlier today security was picking up staff that lives nearby. They will try to do that tomorrow morning, too. Some staff members were calling and offering to come in without being asked. Holy Name is adequately staffed to take care of all patients. A Message from: TEANECK OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT With the current MAJOR WINTER STORM THAT IS IMPACTING TEANECK TODAY THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON we want to remind residents to remove their vehicles from the roadway to facilitate plowing. We also ask that residents not obstruct fire hydrants and when possible clear them. **Furthermore, we ask that residents avoid driving unless absolutely necessary. Chief Robert Wilson Office of Emergency Management --------------------------------------------------------------------- Teaneck Fire Dept Important Notice: The Fire Department reminds you of the following information during this snow event: Make sure your number is visible on your residence in case you contact emergency services. Do not block any hydrants with snow or garbage cans, ect. If possible, clear your closest hydrant of snow to make it more accessible for fire department units. Be careful of carbon monoxide build-up in your home. Do not run your car, generator or any other gasoline device inside your home or garage. They must be run outside of your home to prevent CO buildup. Your neighborhood fire alarm box can be used to summon help if your phone does not work. The boxes are independent of the telephone and electrical companies and work during power failures. Chief Anthony Verley Teaneck Fire Department Please be careful when shoveling and operating snow blowers.

Thank you,

Elie Y. Katz

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It's that time of year again, prepare to be scared into giving!

I've asked around and not everyone has received this flyer (as of yesterday) so I thought I'd post it here to see if it went town wide. It's a wonder anyone still lives here - I'm tempted to flee for safer pastures.


PBA Mailer

It's that time of year again.

From Teaneck Patch:

I just want to remind you now as we enter the snow time of year, that Teaneck does not allow parking on the street during and immediately after a snowfall. This ordinance is not just vital for the cleanliness of our town, but also for the safety of our residents and to enable emergency vehicles to pass.

And I ask those who will be away at some point during the winter, please arrange to have your property shoveled. Last year some houses had ice on their walks for months—and ice can be deadly for pedestrians.

Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and safe holiday season,

--Elie Y. Katz
Elie Y. Katz is a member of the Township Council

[Also - be aware that a new law is in effect which makes it a ticketable offense to drive without clearing the snow off of the top of your car! Fines for violating the new law range from $25 to $75. - Swiggle]