Bergenfield Clean Communities and the Department of Public Works will host a community litter cleanup at Cooper's Pond on Saturday, April 14th from 9:00am to 12:00pm. All are welcome to participate.

Please be advised, the Borough cannot provide any advice on whether or not taxpayers should pre-pay taxes, how much to pre-pay, or the possible tax impact, which will depend on individual circumstances, future IRS rule-making, and possible future legislation, over which the Borough has no control.

The following update is from the New Jersey League of Municipalities:

December 28, 2017

RE: IRS Advisory on Deductibility of Prepaid Property Taxes Offers Some Guidance

Dear Mayor:

As a follow-up to yesterday’s letter, here is the latest we have concerning the recently adopted Federal Income Tax Reform bill that will cap the allowable deduction for combined State and Local Taxes (SALT) at Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00), per year.

Bergenfield, NJ is seeking part-time Public Works Laborers. CDL/Class B Drivers License preferred but not required. Additional skills such as masonry, carpentry, electrical and plumbing also preferred but not necessary. Could lead to full-time position. Salary is $15/hour. EOE. Interested candidates can send a cover letter and resume via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or obtain an application at the Clerk’s office at Borough Hall located at 198 N. Washington Avenue, Room 21, Bergenfield, NJ 07621. Application deadline is December 29, 2017.

General Election Day is on Tuesday, November 7th. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Want to know if you are registered to vote, or where you need to vote? Go to http://www.njelections.org.

Event reminders:

• Remember to have candy available on Tuesday, October 31 if you are participating in Trunk or Treating or have a business on South Washington between Clinton Ave and Main St.
• South Washington between Clinton Ave and Main St will begin closing at 2PM on Tuesday, October 31
• Vehicle entry onto South Washington for registered Trunk or Treating participants will start at 3PM
• Trunk or Treating will begin at 4PM
• The Halloween Parade will begin at 5PM
• Food Crawl Passports are Now Available for FREE at local businesses and $5 deals will run from October 31 - November 5

There is now a flag disposal box on the second floor of Borough Hall.

October 31, 2017, South Washington Avenue.

• Car Entry: 3PM
• Trunk or Treat: 4-5PM
• Parade: 5-6:30PM

Event includes DJ, face painters, magician, balloon artists, and a stilt walker. For complete details and instructions, visit gobergenfield.com.

The Bergenfield Health Department presents the Mayor’s Wellness Challenge. Come join us on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at the Bergenfield High School track. All residents welcome.

Keep heart healthy, and get free health information. Talk with neighbors and make new friends! Bring your scout troops; community organizations are welcome. Special breast cancer awareness campaign each Wednesday in October: wear pink!

Last walk of 2017: November 1,2017