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Mayor Steven M. Fulop & the Resident’s Response Center Launch ‘Neighbors Helping Neighbors;’ Initiative to Provide Assistance from Community Members During Storms & Other Emergencies JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop and the Resident’s Response Center are launching “Neighbors Helping Neighbors,” a new initiative that seeks to provide assistance to those residents who are unable to cope with such things as the harsh conditions that come with the winter season, and other emergencies, through a community network of volunteers. “We are urging community members to reach out to those who are elderly or ill, or have other needs for assistance, during the aftermath of winter storms and other critical emergencies,” said Mayor Fulop. “Each small act of kindness is significant in times of need and goes a long way in the strengthening of our community.” Through Neighbors Helping Neighbors, the City hopes to form a neighborhood network, which in turn will help Jersey City to weather any storm or emergency situation and come out stronger for it. Already nearly 100 residents have contacted the RRC to volunteer to help shovel and provide assistance to seniors and other neighbors. The partnership between the City and residents to develop a volunteer network grew out of the grassroots volunteerism during Hurricane Sandy and its aftermath. As the recent snow storm illustrated, the need for neighbors helping neighbors continues to exist. Neighborhood volunteers are asked to help shovel sidewalks and driveways for those who are unable to do so due to disability, age or other limitations. All Jersey City residents who are willing to volunteer are encouraged to send an email with your name, address, email and phone number to the Resident’s Response Center at [email protected]. The Resident Response Center will inform interested volunteers in opportunities to assist a neighbor. Volunteers or residents with questions can call the Resident’s Response Center at 201-547-4900. All media inquiries should be directed to Jennifer Morrill, Press Secretary to Mayor Steven M. Fulop at 201-547-4836 or 201-376-0699.////
Posted on: Thu, 16 Jan 2014 15:19:49 +0000

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