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Bergen County Cooling Centers to help residents stay cool during heat wave

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Hackensack, NJ - Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco has opened several cooling centers throughout the county to help residents stay cool during the current heat wave which is supposed to last until Wednesday, July 22. Temperatures are expected to climb over 90 degrees and the accompanying humidity will make it feel closer to 100 degress. There are several designated cooling centers open throughout the county. Additionally, public libraries, shopping centers, recreation and senior centers can also provide respite from the high temperatures. Bergen County has established four regional cooling centers. The following will be open these next couple of days from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.: Bergenfield Senior Center (239 Murray Hill Terrace, Bergenfield) - (201) 387-7212 County Administration Building (One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, 1st Floor) - (201) 336-7300 Northwest Bergen Senior Activity Center (46-50 Center Street, Midland Park) - (201) 445-5690 Southwest Bergen Senior Activity Center (147 Hackensack Street, East Rutherford) - (201) 935-8920 It is recommended that residents stay indoors if possible when the sun is at its strongest and burns and heat strokes are more likely to occur. All age groups are at risk for heat stoke so place take necessary precautions if your have to be outdoors, including wearing sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and staying properly hydrated. It is NOT okay to leave your child or pet in a locked vehicle even for a moment as temperatures can rise quite quickly. It is also imperative to lock all parked vehicles so children cannot accidentally lock themselves inside while playing games like hide and seek. Also check on elderly family, friends, and neighbors, to assure their well-being.

Notice: 2015 Final/2016 Preliminary Tax Bills

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Please be advised that we are waiting for the tax rate from the County.  We are hoping to have it by the end of July, with the grace period extended by 25 days from the date of mailing.  As soon as the amounts become available, you will also be able to pay or view the amounts online.

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