ANNOUNCEMENT: Public Hearings for the Annual Action Plan

Please read the below announcement from Mayor Steven Fulop regarding upcoming public hearings: CITY OF JERSEY CITY Public Notice Announcement As part of its citizen participation process, the Division of Community Development is hosting two public hearings for members of the public to present their views on priorities and strategies for the 2019–2020 Annual Action Plan. The City seeks public input in order to better identify needs relevant to low- and moderate-income residents. The following grants will be discussed at the hearings: • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) • Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) • HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) • Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)   The first public hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, at 4 p.m. at St. Peter's University, in the Duncan [...]

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Mental Health & Substance Use Resources

Mental health and substance use issues affect individuals, families, and communities. As with other health issues, early detection and treatment enables more effective treatment and better outcomes. What is mental illness? Mental illness refers to symptoms that affect our mental health and interfere with our ability to function. It disrupts our ability to work, carry out daily activities, and engage in healthy relationships. Mental illnesses take many forms. Some are comparatively mild with limited impact; others can be disabling and even fatal (suicide, overdose, risky behaviors). What is addiction? Addiction is a chronic brain disease characterized by the compulsive use of drugs or alcohol or patterns of behavior despite harmful consequences. Addiction may impair thinking, behavior, and body functions. It may also interfere with a person’s ability to meet responsibilities [...]

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Prepare Now for Winter Storms

The end of October is typically the end of hurricane season in the United States, and the beginning of winter storm season in the Northeast. Nor'Easters, blizzards, and winter weather in general brings a unique set of challenges to people who live in cold-weather climates. We recommend taking a few minutes to look over this CDC Winter Readiness Graphic and printing it out for reference, if possible. For a lengthier read on winter weather preparedness, please continue reading below, or click this link to open and save our Winter Storms Fact Sheet.  A major winter storm can be lethal. Preparing for cold weather conditions and responding to them effectively can reduce the dangers caused by winter storms. Winter Storm Preparation Be familiar with winter storm warning messages – subscribe to the social media [...]

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