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1. How can I get a temporary handicap placards?

Temporary Handicap Placards are valid for 6 months, and are intended for residents who are expected to heal from a temporary injury. Residents who are in need of temporary placards can stop by the Police Station to pick up an Application to apply for the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Services for Temporary Handicapped Placard.
Permanent Handicap Placards are not obtainable from the Borough or the Police Department. Please see the New Jersey State Motor Vehicle Commission for all information on permanent placards.

2. How can I find a borough ordinance?

You can use our searchable database for all borough codes by clicking here. Borough Code

3. Who are my council members?

Council members can be found here.

4. How do I contact a city department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

5. Where do I go for a marriage license or birth record?

Registrar of Vital Statistics

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1. Can I feed the geese, pigeons or wild birds?

No. Do not feed the geese, pigeons or wild birds, on the sidewalks, walkways or anywhere in the Borough. It aggravates a wildlife problem that is already difficult to manage.

2. Is it okay to take shopping carts away from a retail premises?

No. It is illegal to remove shopping carts off of retail business properties.

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1. I just got a puppy, when does it have to be licensed?

All dogs and cats over the age of 6 months must be licensed. Owners must show proof of rabies vaccination in order to receive a license.
Dog and Cat Licensing page.

2. Do I have to license my pets?

All dogs and cats over the age of 6 months must be licensed. Renewals of dog and cat licenses are due by January 31 of each year. A late fee of $10 will be charged if you do not license by March 1. Owners must show proof of rabies vaccination in order to receive a license.

3. What are some things to keep in mind when taking my dog for a walk?

Curb your dog and keep them leashed at all times. It is also very important to keep some baggies handy to clean up after your dog. Owners who have dogs off-leash, unlicensed, in the wrong areas, or who do not pick up after their dogs are subject to receiving a summons.

4. Can I walk my dog on the river walkways?

Yes. Your dog must be on a leash at all times and you must pick up after your dog. However dogs are not permitted in any Borough parks or recreation areas at any time, unless specified as a park permitting dogs.

5. Do I need to register my cat or kitten even if they are kept indoors?

All dogs and cats over the age of 6 months must be licensed. Renewals of dog and cat licenses are due by January 31 of each year. A late fee of $10 will be charged if you do not license by March 1. Owners must show proof of rabies vaccination in order to receive a license.

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1. Is the homeowner responsible for maintaining the sidewalks, driveways and front or side yards?

Yes. The homeowner or landlord is responsible for maintaining sidewalks, driveways and areas around the bases of trees in sidewalks up to the curb.

In these areas, property owners are responsible for repairing cracked pavement, removing debris and weeds, and shoveling snow in the winter. The homeowner is responsible for making their tenants aware of all town codes.

2. Who is responsible for repair or replacements of sidewalks?

The property owner is responsible for the repair of sidewalks bordering the property; the fall is a good time for sidewalk repair.

However, if a borough tree or planting damages a curb or sidewalk, the borough is responsible for repairs or replacement of the sidewalks. All other damage is the responsibility of the homeowner.

3. Who is responsible for snow removal?

All homeowners are responsible for removing snow from driveways, walkways and sidewalks. Ordinance 1462-2011 amending sections of chapter 380: All sidewalks, walkways, handicapped ramps and staircases, shall be cleared to a width of 42 inches or the maximum width of the sidewalk, walkway, handicapped ramp or staircase.

No person, partnership, corporation, or other entity shall cause to permit any snow or ice accumulated within the boundaries of the property be deposited onto, upon, or in a manner as to limit access to any street, sidewalk, crosswalk, or other public property. Fines will be issued of $50 - $150 for persons found in violation.

Snow Procedures page. 

4. What should I do with my planters that are on my sidewalks when it snows?

The Department of Public Works (DPW) suggests to place all planters away from the curbside before it snows. That way, there is less of a chance they will break when DPW plows the streets. For more information about this, please visit the Snow Procedures page.

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1. What time should garbage be placed curbside?

Garbage should be placed curbside on Sunday night, Tuesday night and Thursday night after 8 p.m.

Garbage should not be left out over weekends or put out anytime before the permissible day and time.

2. What time should garbage receptacles be removed from curbside?

Receptacles should be removed from curbside in the morning after garbage is picked up. It should not stay at the curbside all day or until nighttime.

3. Can I place my garbage in plastic or paper bags?

No. Garbage must be placed in plastic or metal covered receptacles.

4. Can I place furniture, household appliances such as dishwashers, air conditioners, refrigerators, etc. out at curbside with the rest of my garbage for regular pick-up?

Furniture or other debris must never be placed at curbside on Fridays or Saturday nights when it will be left out over the weekend. The evening before a regularly scheduled pick-up after 8 p.m. is permissible.

Appliances such as dishwashers, air conditioners, refrigerators, etc. are picked up on Fridays only. Please do not leave any household appliances at curbside without alerting the Recycling Department at 201-943-7363.

5. Can you please remind me of days the recycling goes out?

The town is divided into the north and south sides, bisected by Route 5. Recycling pick-up alternates weekly between north and south. If you didn’t receive a calendar at the beginning of the year, please call the Recycling Department and a calendar will be sent to you or view the Calendar or APP online HERE

6. What time should recycling go out?

Recycling should be put out no later than 7:30 a.m. the morning of pick-up. Please do not use paper or plastic bags.

7. Where can I put my leaves after I rake?

Leaves should be left at the curbside. Please do not put them in plastic or paper bags. Leaves will be picked up regularly from sometime in October until the middle of December. For exact dates in the fall, please check the borough calendar or call DPW @ 201-943-1700 Ext. 5000