Madison Mayor Shares Coronavirus Update

MADISON, NJ - As residents struggle with feelings of uncertainty and fear about the growing number of Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, cases that have been reported in the United States, Mayor Robert Conley issued a statement to assure all residents that the governing body is working diligently within Madison, in conjunction with county and state partners, to respond to the public health threat posed by this virus.

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Last week, Conley convened a strategic preparedness meeting in regards to CONVID-19 with key stakeholders throughout the Borough to discuss preparation and response strategies, as the situation changes every day. Attendees included the Madison Health Department, Madison Office of Emergency Management, Drew University, Madison Public Schools, St. Vincent Martyr School and the Madison YMCA. Working closely in coordination with our local Health Department and Office of Emergency Management, we are prepared and ready to respond should the virus emerge in Madison. Members of our first responders (police, fire and ems) are routinely trained, and complete frequent emergency response drills of this nature. In communication with Morris County and local area hospitals, ample volunteers and first responders are prepared to assist in the event of an emergency.

Simple steps one can take to prevent the spread of the flu and common cold will also help prevent COVID-19:

• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer;
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands;
• Avoid contact with people who are sick;
• Stay home while you are sick and avoid contact with others;
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or sleeve when coughing or sneezing;
• Routinely clean frequently touched surfaces.

"This is not a time to panic, but a time for preparation. We ask that you do your part to help keep Madison safe and healthy," Conley said in the release. "Please share fact not fear and refer to credible sources like the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, the New Jersey Department of Health or Rosenet to obtain updated information on COVID-19."

Information from these organizations can easily be found on our COVID-19 update page at www.rosenet.org.

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