Chris Bollwage
@MayorBollwage
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Mayor of the City of Elizabeth, NJ
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Joined August 2009
We will not be silent. We cannot be silent. And it’s shameful that Republicans see what’s happening in Minnesota - what’s happening to our country - and refuse to say a f’ing word.
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NJ TRANSIT will temporarily suspend bus, light rail & Access Link service for the entire service day on Sunday, Jan. 25. Trains will operate until 2PM on Sunday. Customers must plan to reach their final destination no later than 2PM on Sunday. More info https://t.co/HLTbbqXYrL
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With the impending storm expected Sunday, residents are encouraged to keep these important numbers handy in the event of outages. Please report outages directly to your service providers and call 911 for any life-threatening emergencies.
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To assist snow removal operations, residents with driveways are requested to use them and avoid parking on city streets whenever possible. To help our crews clear the roadways efficiently, please take advantage of the free garage parking available in the parking garages listed.
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The City of Elizabeth is closely monitoring weather reports regarding expected snowfall beginning tomorrow. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and stay home if possible during the storm.
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Major win for the Environment! NJ joins handful of states passing Skip the Stuff plastic takeout utensils (you just need to ask for them—not automatic in your bag). Just need @GovMurphy to sign into law. Kitchen drawers—get ready to get empty!!!! @PlasticsBeyond @plasticsnews
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Her name is Renee Good and she was murdered today in cold blood by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Don’t just say her name. Rise up in her name against the unjust government that killed her.
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The ICE agent who shot that woman in the face and killed her in Minneapolis needs to be indicted on murder charges TODAY
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I was happy to be there tonight to catch the big win on the court as Elizabeth High School defeats Westfield, 67–59. Congratulations Minutemen!
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On the fifth anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, I’m thinking about New Jersey’s own Brian Sicknick, who died defending our nation. As we mark America’s 250th anniversary, we must remember that democracy is an ideal we all have a responsibility to work towards. I'm
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This is the most egregious example of punishing people for telling the truth. It’s just one example of how free speech is being threatened for everyone. https://t.co/CmGcJ0lyF9
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The Trump administration has targeted the Arizona Democrat, a retired Navy officer, over a video reminding U.S. troops they can disobey illegal orders.
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It is our duty to do what we can to find creative alternatives, to think outside the box, to nurture, safeguard, to preserve our vital resources and all that we hold dear so future generations can not only enjoy them - but continue the work we started.
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President Franklin Delano Roosevelt once said: “Happiness lies not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort.”
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Reducing crime through proactive policing: 24% decrease in overall crime, expanded Use of License Plate Reader Technology, Establishment of National Integrated Ballistic Information Network System, Conducting ballistic testing, investigative leads within the Police Dept. facility
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In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup the Elizabeth Police Dept. worked on Tabletop exercises, joint operational drills with regional, state, federal law enforcement, focusing on coordination, critical incident response and intelligence-sharing.
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The Elizabeth Police Dept, keeps us safe with 182,000 calls for service, nearly 10,000 drone first deployments, reaccredited by New Jersey Association of Chiefs of Police, completed national accreditation, & Commission for Law Enforcement Agencies.
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With an increase in electric vehicles and lithium-ion battery use, the Fire Dept. continues to prepare for evolving environments. Incorporation of Turtle Device is used to apply water to undercarriage of Electric Vehicles & cooling large battery cells during suppression efforts.
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Our Fire Dept. continues to increase the number of skilled, certified first responders providing quality, prompt assistance, specialized response, State-of-the-art equipment. 29 new recruits hired in August, completing training, joining the ranks of the Fire Dept. this month.
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