Association Lawyers in New Jersey

To mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and protect the capacity of New Jersey’s health care system for the state’s most vulnerable, Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 107, directing all residents to stay at home until further notice. The order provides for certain exceptions, such as obtaining essential goods or services, seeking medical attention, visiting family or close friends, reporting to work, or engaging in outdoor activities.

Open Board Meetings and the Coronavirus

Associations must continue to function.  Board meetings must be held, and decisions must be made.

The CDC has recommended against any gatherings of ten or more people through at least the middle of May.  Therefore, Association’s must postpone community events and avoid in-person meetings. However, the Association must continue to operate, and the Board must continue to conduct the Association’ s business. 

Among other things, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (the “CDC”) have noted that:

“Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.  Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself”. 

On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 Governor Murphy announced pending Executive Orders that will become effective on Friday, April 10^th.  Governor Murphy’s presentation may be viewed here: https://www.state.nj.us/governor/.  Among other things, these Executive Orders will address:

Closure of Non-Essential Construction

All non-essential construction across the state will cease, indefinitely, effective 8 p.m. Friday.

Legislative Bills S2330/A3908 Tabled – For the Moment

On May 13, 2020, the CDC issued a nice “Stop the Spread of Germs” poster that is easily printed on 8 ½” x 11” shipping label stickers.  For example: Avery brand #5165 which are available on-line and at stores such as Staples.