Our community is facing a crisis. Elders, single individuals, and families with students are finding themselves without a home. They are forced to sleep in cars, train stations, and overcrowded temporary shelters. This is happening right here in Newark-Essex County at an alarming rate.

We implore Governor Murphy and our local and state legislators to put a moratorium on evictions taking place within our county. The current eviction rates are not just numbers; they represent real people who are struggling every day.

According to the Eviction Lab at Princeton University, Newark has one of the highest eviction rates among large U.S cities (Eviction Lab). The situation has only worsened due to the economic impact of COVID-19 pandemic which left many unemployed or underemployed.

This petition isn't just about statistics; it's about human lives - our neighbors, friends, family members who need immediate assistance. We must act now before more people find themselves without a roof over their heads.

Let's stand together as a community for those most vulnerable among us. Let's ask Governor Murphy and our legislators for an immediate halt on evictions in Newark-Essex County until we can find sustainable solutions for those affected by this crisis.

Please sign this petition today - because everyone deserves a place they can call home.