At the Tuesday, October 3, Common Council meeting, council adopted a resolution to recognize October 6, 2023, as Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day, which is designed to raise awareness of the dangers of opioid abuse and heroin addiction. It also aims to educate the public about the opioid abuse epidemic and its effects throughout the state of New Jersey and across the country. The New Jersey Senate and General Assembly have approved joint legislation permanently designating October 6 as Knock Out Opioid Abuse Day in New Jersey.
