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Friends of the Library Virtual Open House

The Friends of the Library is holding a VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE on Tues 11/7 @ 7pm via Zoom. The meeting is open to anyone who wants to learn more about the group and ways to help with fundraising for the Library. 

Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. For more information

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Bergenfield Public Library 11/9 Meeting Via Zoom

The 11/9 library board meeting is going to be held virtually via Zoom. The credentials are below. 

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Topic: Library Board of Trustees Meeting 11/9
Time: Nov 9, 2023 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Meeting ID: 894 7668 8807
Passcode:  Email Library Director for passcode - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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DPW Garbage & Recycling Holiday Pickup Schedule: 10/9/23

Please review your 2023 Garbage & Recycling pick up schedule calendar for changes in the pick up schedule during the week of 10/9/23 to 10/13/23. The Borough Hall Offices and the DPW will be closed on Monday October 9th, 2023 in observance of Columbus Day. Changes in the pick up schedule are highlighted in yellow on the garbage & recycling pickup schedule calendar.

 

To view your quadrant's 2023 Garbage & Recycling pickup schedule calendar, please click your quadrant's calendar link below:

Quadrant 1 (Northeast)

Quadrant 2 (Northwest)

Quadrant 3 (Southeast)

Quadrant 4 (Southwest) 

Please be advised that garbage will be picked up for Tuesday, October 10th, 2023 for Quadrant 4.

Quadrant 1 (Northeast) Bulk Pickup Wednesday 10/4/23

There is a bulk pick-up in Quadrant 1 (Northeast) Wednesday, October 4th, 2023.

Bulk garbage pickup is on schedule for all quadrants as listed on the 2023 Garbage & Recycling Pickup schedule calendars. Please reference your 2023 pickup calendar to the (B) pick up in your quadrant. 2023 garbage & recycling calendar can be found by clicking HERE.

As a reminder, please note:

-Bulk pickup is for residential purposes ONLY.

-The DPW does NOT pick up contractor debris, concrete, bricks, asphalt, rocks, mortar, stone, cultured stone or any stone-like materials, wet paint, chemicals, tires, fluorescent lightbulbs, vehicle batteries, rechargeable batteries, propane/fuel tanks, fire extinguishers, TVs, computer monitors, computer towers/computer CPUs, laptops, tablets, printers or fax machines.

-The limit per bulk day is 4 pieces of household furniture, 2 household appliances (ex. air conditioning (AC) unit), oven, washer, dryer, refrigerator (DOOR MUST BE OFF), and 1 carpet or rug that does not exceed 12 feet in length and/or 1 foot in diameter (including the pad) or a mixture of fragments from carpet or rug of said size. The DPW will not collect carpet removed professionally. 

-Water heaters must have borough-issued inspection stickers on them, or they will not be picked up. Please call the Building Department to schedule an inspection, 201-387-4055, option 4.

-Bulk may not be placed at the curb any earlier than 6:00pm the night before the scheduled bulk pick-up days. Bulk must be ready no later than 6:00am on the schedule day of the bulk pick-up.

-There is a bulk pick-up on scheduled bulk pick-up days ONLY. There are no special pick-ups. Please reference your 2023 pickup schedule calendar for the bulk (B) pickup day in your quadrant by clicking HERE.

-Please take the following items to a BCUA collection event: wet paint, chemicals, tires, fluorescent lightbulbs, vehicle batteries, rechargeable batteries, propane/fuel tanks, fire extinguishers, and electronics. For 2023 BCUA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events and BCUA 2023 Tire Recycling/Electronics Recycling/Mobile Paper Shredding/Unwanted Medication Collection Event locations, dates, times and list of accepted items, please click HERE.

-The DPW does NOT collect bricks, mortar, stone, concrete, cultured stone, or any stone-like materials: the homeowner must dispose of these privately. All bulk refuse generated by a private contractor (construction debris), or trade waste generated by any business, shall be removed at their own expense and risk. 

-The following electronics ONLY are accepted at the Bergenfield DPW building: TVs, computer monitors, computer towers/computer CPUs, laptops, tablets, printers, and fax machines. The Bergenfield DPW is located at 198 N. Washington Ave, Bergenfield. Office hours are Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:00pm. The electronic drop off is closed on weekends and holidays. 

-PAINT must be dried solid and put out at the curb for bulk (B) pickup days ONLY with the lid off. Wet paint must be taken by the resident to a BCUA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event. For 2023 BCUA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events and BCUA 2023 Tire Recycling/Electronics/Mobile Paper Shredding/Unwanted Medication Collection Event locations, dates, times and list of accepted items, please click HERE.

-Vegetative waste (grass, leaves, shrubs, branches, yard waste) is NOT collected on bulk days. Please reference your 2023 pickup schedule calendar for the vegetative waste (V) pick up day in your quadrant. 

-For reference: Ord. No. 17-2517

*If you have any questions, please call the DPW office at 201-387-4055, option 3, Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm (except for holidays as marked on your 2023 pickup schedule calendar) or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

To add your cell phone and/or home number to the Borough's "robo call" important announcement phone call list, please email your name, address and phone number to the Bergenfield Office of Emergency Management (OEM) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Vietnam Moving Wall Press Release 9/1/23

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 1, 2023

BOROUGH OF BERGENFIELD WELCOMES MOVING WALL, A MEMORIAL FOR VIETNAM VETERANS

Bergenfield, NJ - The Borough of Bergenfield proudly welcomed the Moving Wall, a scale-sized replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall, on September 1st, 2023. The Moving Wall traveled across the state, accompanied by an escort from the Warrior's Watch, before arriving at Bergenfield High School. Volunteers and members of the Bergenfield Department of Public Works diligently assembled the wall at Bergenfield High School.

Stretching an impressive 375 feet in length and standing 7.5 feet tall, the Moving Wall provides a powerful and moving experience for visitors. As they walk towards its apex, they witness the Wall rising above them, creating an overwhelming sense of reverence and remembrance.

To honor the sacrifices made by the brave service members, a private viewing of the Moving Wall was held on the first night for residents of the Paramus Veterans Home. Council President and Veteran Affairs liaison, Marc Pascual, expressed heartfelt gratitude, stating, "We owe a debt of gratitude to the service members on that wall, they gave the ultimate sacrifice. To all of the veterans, I thank you for your service."

Throughout the weekend, the Moving Wall drew numerous visitors who came to pay their respects and reflect on the names inscribed upon it. This significant event was accompanied by a dedication ceremony of the athletic field behind Roy Brown Middle School to Floyd Thompson, a Bergenfield resident and Vietnam veteran. Mr. Thompson, the longest-serving prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, is a testament to the resilience and bravery of our nation's veterans. This dedication marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.

Mayor Arvin Amatorio remarked, "We honor and thank the Vietnam fallen soldiers, the veterans, and their families for the sacrifices they've made to keep us free. To all the Vietnam Veterans, thank you for your service and welcome home." This event, sponsored by the Mayor and Council, Superintendent of Bergenfield Public Schools Dr. Christopher Tully, the Bergenfield Veterans Advisory Committee, and VFW Post 6467, signifies the unity and support within the community for our veterans.

The Borough of Bergenfield extends its deepest gratitude to the individuals and organizations involved in organizing and sponsoring this significant event. Through the Moving Wall and the dedication of the athletic field to Floyd Thompson, we ensure that the sacrifices made by our Vietnam Veterans are never forgotten.

 

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Congressman Gottheimer Mobile Office

Congressman Josh Gottheimer's Office will hold a Constituent Service Table one hour prior to the Mayor and Council Meeting on Tuesday 10/3/23 @ the Bergenfield Public Library.

If you’re experiencing an issue with a federal agency, they are available to listen & help with VA benefits, Social Security, Medicare, & many other items.

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Subcategories

Updates on the impact of the COVID-19 / 2019 Novel Coronavirus ("Coronavirus Disease") upon the Bergenfield community, and the actions the Borough is taking

News from the Bergenfield Department of Public Works

News from the Bergenfield Health Department

News from the Bergenfield Public Library

News from the Bergenfield Office of Emergency Management

News from the Bergenfield Recreation Department

News from the Bergenfield Tax Office