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A Message from the MayorDear Neighbors and Friends,

As we welcome another new year, may every day glow with good cheer for you and your families. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, I wish you all a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year.

Having just reached the milestone of our 125th anniversary, it gives me great pleasure to say Midland Park has a dynamic and rich history steeped in tradition and pride.

There are so many people that contribute to the outstanding quality of life we enjoy in Midland Park. I would especially like to thank the Council, the Administrator, the Department of Public Works, the Police Department, Fire Department, Ambulance Corps and all the dedicated office staff who go above and beyond for our residents.I would particularly like to congratulate the Library Board and Staff for achieving the honor of being named Bergen County’s best library. The Midland Park Memorial Library is one of our Community’s most wonderful assets with many outstanding programs.

In addition to the library’s programs, our youngsters enjoy a variety of sports year-round and on any given day, the recreation facilities are at full capacity.

Midland Park is best described as a small town with a big heart and as your Mayor, I am most proud of the people who give their time to make our community the great place it is today.

My sincere hope is that you will get to know your neighbors, seek out volunteer opportunities and participate with us as we make important decisions for our community that will affect the generations to come.

Sincerely,Mayor Harry Shortway, Jr.

Snow Removal Laws EnforcedIt is a property owner’s responsibility to clear snow and ice from the sidewalk bordering their property. The Borough Code pertaining to shoveling of the sidewalks will be strictly enforced. It is required that sidewalks be shoveled within 24 hours of daylight after a snowfall. Summonses will be issued by the police for noncompliance with this ordinance. Keep fire hydrants cleared of snow. Do not shovel snow into the street.

Stay ConnectedSign up for emergency notifications (Swift 911) on the Borough’s website. Stay informed during natural disasters, and other borough emergencies; i.e., road closures due to storm damage and PSE&G / Ridgewood Water alerts, along with instructions during such events.

Register on the Borough's website at www.midlandparknj.org click on the "Subscribe to News" button on the Home Page under the Quick Links section and follow the instructions. Borough residents can select the type of communications they would like to receive.

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Baseball and Softball Opening Day Parade 2019.From left: Mayor Harry Shortway Jr, Councilman Kenneth Kruis, Councilwoman Lorraine DeLuca, Finley Fells “Mayor of the Day”, Councilwoman Nancy Peet, Councilman Russell Kamp, Councilman Robert Sansone, Councilman Jerry Iannone.

Borough of Midland Park Mayor and Council:From left: Kenneth Kruis, Jerry Iannone, Lorraine DeLuca, Mayor Harry Shortway Jr,. Robert Sansone, Nancy Peet and Russell Kamp.

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JANUARY 2020

Borough of Midland Park • 280 Godwin Ave. • Midland Park NJ 07432

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January 2Mayor & Council MeetingSine Die Meeting 7:00 pmReorganization Meeting 7:30 pmFire House, 45 Witte Dr.

January 6Board of Recreation Meeting 7:30pmBorough Hall

January 8Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

January 13Board of Health Meeting7:30pmBorough Hall

January 15Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

January 21Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

January 22Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

January 23Mayor & Council MeetingBudget Meeting 6:00 pmWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

January 27Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

IMPORTANT DATES

Tel: 201-445-5720Fax: 201-652-6348

www.midlandparknj.org

Tax Collector's OfficeNews for New Homeowners

How & When To Pay Your Property Taxes

• Tax payments are due February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1 of each year. There is a 10-calendar day grace period each quarter, however it is important to note that interest accrues from the original due date for any payments received after the 10-calendar day grace period.• Interest is at the rate of 8% per annum on the first $1500.00 and 18% on the amount in excess of $1500.00.• When making your payments, if you wish to receive a receipt, the tax bill in it's entirety must accompany the payment.• If you are mailing in your payment and you wish to receive a receipt, a self addressed stamped envelope should be included with your entire tax bill.• Your receipt will appear on the reverse side of your bill.

NJ Rebate Program Overview

The State of New Jersey has instituted several rebate programs regarding you and your taxes. There are currently four "relief" programs that are being offered through New Jersey State.

• Property Tax Reimbursement• Homestead Rebate• NJ Saver• Property Tax Deduction/Credit

To learn more about these programs go tohttp://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation

Senior Citizen Deduction

If you were 65 years or older as of December 31st of the pre-tax year you may be eligible for a deduction of $250.00 annually from your gross tax. Please note however that this deduction has an income limitation of $10,000 husband and wife combined. Applications and explanations can be obtained in our office.

Veteran Deduction

If you have served in the armed forces you may be eligible to receive a $250.00 deduction annually from your gross taxes. You may call or visit this office to obtain further information regarding this and any other deductions.

• Tax Bills are mailed out once a year (usually July containing four stubs: August and November of the current year and February and May of the subsequent year.)• If your mortgage company or bank has escrowed for your taxes, the original bill will be sent to them and the "advice copy" will be sent to you.• If you DO NOT receive a bill by mid-July please call our office.• If your mailing address changes, and you are still to receive a tax bill, please contact the Tax Assessor office advising where all correspondence should now be sent.

Notary Services

Tax Assessor's Office

Many documents and transactions require the security and certainty of a notary seal. We can assist you with all your notary needs. A Licensed Professional Notary is available at Borough Hall. Give us a call to confirm availability and drop by.

The Tax Assessor is responsible for the valuation of property in the Borough of Midland Park. This includes any improvements that are made to the property each year.

Improvements are valued either through review of building plans or by physical inspection made by the tax assessor or his inspector. These physical inspections are usually made without prior appointments when weather permits.

An “added assessment” for the improvement is placed on the property and payable to the Tax Collector on November 1st each year.

Tax Assessor Office Hours: Thursday 9:00am:-12:00pm Phone Number: 201-445-0833Fax number: 201-652-6348

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FEBRUARY 2020IMPORTANT DATESFebruary 3Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

February 5Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

February 12Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

February 13Mayor & Council MeetingWork session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

February 18Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

February 19Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

February 24Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

February 27Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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White Good Pickup(call or email your address)

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Recyclables

Recycling Center

The collection of recyclables will take place on alternate Fridays. Commingled, includes glass, aluminum, tin, and plastic containers, and must be placed curbside in barrels. Paper and cardboard are collected tied in bundles or in paper bags, not plastic bags. Please refer to www.midlandparknj.org for additional information pertaining to recyclable items.

Vegetative waste is collected on Wednesdays from April 1 through October 21. Grass clippings should be placed in open barrels or paper bags, no larger than 30 gallons and weighing no more than 50 pounds. After October 21, grass clippings, brush and small branches (less than 1˝ in diameter) can be added to loose leaves. Large branches can be taken to the recycling center. Branches must be less than four feet in length and tied in bundles.

Materials accepted at the Recycling Center are:

• Commingled, including glass, aluminum, tin and plastic containers• Paper, including newspaper, junk mail, catalogs, magazines, telephone books and paperback books• Cardboard, including corrugated and chipboard (but not pizza boxes)• Leaves, brush and branches are accepted year-round but grass clippings are not accepted.• Household batteries, rechargeable only (no car or alkaline batteries)• Auto tires, collected during June, drop-off dates on website (no rims). Limit of 4 tires per resident per year.• Scrap metal (no propane tanks), lawn mowers (fuel removed), storm doors, aluminum siding• Clothing, shoes (drop boxes)• Computer and electronic recycling, PCs, laptops, printers, fax machines, DVD players, VCRs, and TVs• Large plastic items/containers over 5 gallons Construction materials are not accepted at the Recycling Center. You must use a private contractor to dispose of these materials. Consult the Yellow Pages under “Rubbish and Garbage Removal.”

Hazardous waste items such as oil base paints, solvents and thinners, motor oil, gasoline, antifreeze, chemicals, and pesticides and herbicides are not accepted at the Recycling Center. These items can be disposed of on one of the three Hazardous Waste Collection Days sponsored each year by the Bergen County Utilities Authority. For dates and further information, call 201-807-5825 or visit the website at www.bcua.org.

Curbside Pickup is aseasy as 1-2-3

Garbage and Trash• Garbage will be collected on Mondays and Thursdays, year-round except on May 25, September 7, and November 26.• Household refuse, non-recyclable food containers (such as pizza boxes), table waste, and disposable diapers are accepted.• Put garbage at the curb in barrels or plastic bags, with a limit of two items (bags or barrels) per pickup.• Place items at the curb AFTER 12 Noon the day BEFORE your scheduled pick-up day.• Bulk items will be collected only on Thursdays. Bulk items include carpeting and rugs (bundled), furniture, broken mirrors, and non recyclable items. No construction materials, stone, rock, concrete or asphalt will be accepted.

White Goods (Appliances, Metal, etc.)• You must call 845-753-6666 or email [email protected] (You will not receive a call or email, you will be placed on the pick-up list for the next 1st Wednesday.) No white goods are acceptable at the recycling center.• White goods are collected on the first Wednesday of each month.• Items that are accepted include washing machines, dryers, refrigerators (with doors removed), freezers, dishwashers, ranges, trash compactors, hot water heaters, lawn mowers (fuel removed), air conditioners, and grills.

"Cut It and Leave It"Grass clippings lend themselves to a natural way of recycling, the “cut it and leave it” method. It is highly recommended as a time and money saving program. Homeowners who leave grass clippings on their lawns will reduce their mowing time by 20-25% since they don’t spend time bagging. In addition, since the clippings serve as a nutrient, it saves money on fertilizer, as well as grass bags.

Additional information can be obtained from the Bergen County Utilities Authority Recycling Hotline at 201-807-5825.

The Recycling Center, located on the corner of Greenwood Avenue and Birch Street, is open Tuesday from 8 am to 2 pm, Wednesday from 12 to 6 pm, Thursday from 9 am to 2 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm. It is closed Sunday and Monday.

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MARCH 2020IMPORTANT DATESMarch 2Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

March 4Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

March 9Board of Health Meeting7:30pmBorough Hall

March 11Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

March 12Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

March 16Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

March 17Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

March 18Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

March 26Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Camp RegistrationBegins for Both Midland Park & Waldwick Residents

Daylight Savings Time2:00 am clocks are turned forward1 hour to 3:00 am

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AmbulanceOn March 1, 1942, a group of 18 dedicated men joined together and started the Midland Park Community Ambulance. Now 77 years later your Midland Park Ambulance Corps is staffed with 20 professionally trained New Jersey State Department of Health certified Emergency Medical Technicians and 5 Drivers. The Midland Park Ambulance Corps has two ambulances and a mass casualty trailer unit. We are ready to respond to emergencies in Midland Park and provide mutual aid to surrounding towns.

Members make an ambulance corps. They come from local people who wish to help out their neighbors. Volunteers who live in Midland Park and in other towns within a 1.5-mile driving distance from the building are needed. Previous and current New Jersey EMT's, as well as people who want to take the EMT course, are welcomed. Training will be provided at no cost at several local facilities. If interested, please email a request for an application to [email protected]

Midland Park PoliceIn May of 2019, the Midland Park Police Department passed an on-site-accreditation assessment, conducted by examiners from the New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission. The success of the on-site assessment was achieved through the continued efforts of all of the agency’s personnel in embracing the concept of utilizing accepted best practices in delivering the best possible service to the community.

The Accreditation standards in law enforcement assure the citizens that their police department meets specific criteria of public safety services which have been set forth by national and state commissions. The Midland Park Police Department is a professional organization and has engaged in the task of Accreditation through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) to ensure our community that their agency is held to the highest standards. Only thirty-one New Jersey law-enforcement agencies received accreditation status in 2019. The Midland Park Police Department is proud to be among this select group.

Midland Park Police Department

Midland Park CERT Seeks VolunteersCERT is a very integral support group for first responders such as Police, Fire, & EMS. They are a resource that is called upon when Natural Disasters occur to assist the community with information. CERT is looking for individuals that could help the community during such events. If interested for further information please refer to the Midland Park website under Office of Emergency Management.

Midland Park Ambulance Corps. Photo by Steve Holder

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APRIL 2020IMPORTANT DATESApril 1Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

April 6Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

April 8Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

April 9Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

April 15Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

April 20Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

April 21Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

April 23Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Easter Egg Hunt

Grass & Brush/Branches


Grass & Brush/Branches Summer CampOpen House-Recreation Center



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Pet LicensingAnimal Licensing costs are $12.00 for Dogs and Cats, with an additional $3 if the animal is not spayed/neutered.

Animal licensing period is the month of May. AS PER STATE LAW, RABIES SHOTS MUST BE GOOD FOR 10 MONTHS—EXPIRING NO EARLIER THAN THE FOLLOWING MARCH.

Licenses can be renewed in person at the Borough Hall, 280 Godwin Ave, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

Licenses can also be renewed by mail; please make the check payable to the Borough of Midland Park and include proof of rabies vaccination, proof of spaying/neutering and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Please notify the Borough Hall office at 201-445-5720, if you no longer have a pet to be registered.

A $10.00 late fee will be strictly enforced as of June 15th. Please also note, if the license is not renewed by June 30th, a summons will be issued.

The Borough of Midland Park offers a FREE Rabies Vaccination Program

The Midland Park Board of Health will be holding its annual Rabies Program to give FREE Rabies Vaccinations on the second Monday in May from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. The program will take place at the Municipal Building, 280 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, NJ. Dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers; both dogs and cats are welcomed at any time. No retractable leashes can be used. Residents from other municipalities are welcome to bring their pets to the program.

Rabies vaccinations are required by the NJ Department of Health for ALL dogs and cats four months of age and older (but not less than 12 weeks of age). A booster vaccination should be given one year later and every three years thereafter. Please check the status of your dog’s or cat’s rabies vaccination records. Rabies is always a potential danger to humans and domestic animals if exposed to a rabid animal. Be proactive and have your pets vaccinated.

The Borough will also renew and issue new animal licenses for the May to May licensing year at the free rabies clinic. If your animal is not in need of a vaccine you can renew or obtain a new license at the Borough Hall in person beginning May 1st, Monday – Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.

For more information regarding licensing, please call the Borough Clerk at 201-445-5720.

Shredding Event

Midland Park Recreation Department Youth and

Adult Programs

The Borough of Midland Park will participate in the mobile on-site residential document shredding program on Saturday, May 16th. It will be held in the Recycling Center at 20 Greenwood Ave, from 9am to 1pm.

All personal documents with or without paper clips, staples and paperboard binder covers will be shredded on site. Hardcover books, magazines, newspapers, photographs, plastic binder covers and x-rays are not acceptable for shredding. Participants are limited to 4 bags/boxes per vehicle. Hope to see you there!

The Midland Park Recreation Department provides a diverse variety of youth sports activities ranging from toddlers to teens. Current youth programs include Recreation and Travel Soccer, Football, Cheering, Recreation and Travel Basketball, Recreation and Travel Baseball, Recreation and Travel Softball, Summer Camp, Junior Football and Cheer, Zumbini, and more.

The Recreation Department also provides a variety of adult recreation activities. Current Adult Programs include Yoga, Pickleball and Zumba.

Please check our website for more information about the above programs as well as other events sponsored by the Recreation Department:www.midlandparknj.org/sports-and-recreation-department

Recreation Department is located at The DePhillips Center, 50 Dairy Street

Center Hours: Monday – Friday, 10am – 10pm Saturdays, 5pm-10pm. Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm

May 4Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

May 6Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

May 11Board of Health Meeting7:30pmBorough Hall

May 13Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

May 14Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

May 18Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

May 19Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

May 20Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

May 28Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Recreation Department/Town Sponsored Garage Sale

Spring Shredding Event20 Greenwood Ave.9am-1pm

Memorial Day Parade

Taxes are Due

Free Rabies Clinic6:30-8:00pm at theBorough Hall Garage

Last day to register to vote in Primary Election. Borough Hallopen to 9 pm

No Garbage Collection

Memorial DayBorough Offices Closed

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Midland ParkLibrary

Midland Park Library offers a wide variety of programs and services such as museum passes, hotspot, book clubs, meditation/yoga classes etc. The library offers digital magazines, books, and audio books. Need a space for an event? Rent out the library's newly renovated community room.For more information go towww.midlandparklibrary.org

Library hours of operation:

Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday 10:00am-9:00pm

Wednesday & Friday10:00am-5:00pm

Saturday10:00am-5:00pm

10:00am-1:00pm (July-Sept 3)

Sunday-Closed

June 1Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

June 3Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

June 10Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

June 11Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

June 15Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

June 16Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

June 17Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

June 25Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Camp Registrationcloses for both Midland Park & Waldwick Residents

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July 1Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

July 8Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

July 9Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

July 15Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

July 20Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

July 21Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

July 23Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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IndependenceDay

IndependenceDay ObservedBorough Offices Closed



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August 5Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

August 12Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

August 17Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

August 18Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

August 19Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

August 20Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Midland Park Fire DepartmentThe Borough of Midland Park and the Community would like to thank the Midland Park Volunteer Fire Department for their commitment and service.

The Volunteers of the department generously host popular events during the holidays such as: Breakfast with Santa, Project Santa and, working in conjunction with the United States Marine Corps, Toys for Tots, again we thank you for your service. If you're interested in joining please email [email protected]

Photo by Nick Benedetto

September 2Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

September 3Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

September 9Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

September 14 Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

September 14Board of Health Meeting7:30pmBorough Hall- Conference Room

September 15Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

September 16Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

September 21Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

September 24Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

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Protect Our Drinking WaterHistorically, the sources of most water pollution were attributed to industry. Today however, much of the pollution in our lakes, rivers and bays comes from the everyday actions of people – actions that we don’t give a second thought about because it’s “just the way we’ve always done it.” You may do similar things in your home, yard or garden that harm the environment without knowing it. When you sweep the patio, hose down the driveway, or dispose of grass clippings, where does the material go?For example, homeowners can have a green lawn without massive doses of fertilizers and pesticides.

Limit your use of fertilizers and pesticides:

• Do a soil test to see if you need a fertilizer.• Do not apply fertilizers if heavy rain is predicted.• Look into alternatives for pesticides.• Maintain a small lawn and keep the rest of your property or yard in natural state with trees and other native vegetation that requires little or no fertilizer.• If you use fertilizers and pesticides, follow the instructions on the label on how to correctly apply it.Make sure you properly store or discard any unused portions.

Properly use and dispose of hazardous products.

• Hazardous products include some household or commercial cleaning products, lawn and garden care products, motor oil, antifreeze, and paints.• Do not pour any hazardous products down a storm drain because storm drains usually are connected to local waterbodies and the water is not treated.

Fall Leaf SafetyA Few Safety Precautions:

• Leaves should be raked to the edge of the road, not into the lane of traffic.• Do not allow children to play in the leaves.• Safety concerns regarding leaf collection should be reported to the Midland Park Police Department at 201-444-2300.• Keep vehicles off the street on days scheduled for leaf collection in your district.• Do not park on leaves.• Keep leaves at least 10 feet away from storm water catch basins as per state storm water regulations.• Leaves at the curb must be either loose or in paper bags.• Leaves and other vegetative matter may be brought to the Recycling Center on Greenwood Avenue on Tuesdays 8:00am to 2:00pm, Wednesdays 12:00pm to 6:00pm, Thursdays 9:00am to 2:00pm and Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm. The Center is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Fall Leaf DatesThese are the dates to have your leaves at the edge of the curb for your scheduled pick up. (Collection begins the next day) Please be aware that inclement weather or a low volume of leaves may alter the schedule.

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Hazardous Waste DisposalThe Bergen County Utilities Authority is offering several opportunities for the safe disposal of household hazardous waste throughout the year. These one-day events are held at different locations in the county.

The household hazardous waste management program offers Bergen County residents the opportunity to properly dispose of items such as aerosol cans, paints, pesticides, solvents and many other hazardous items commonly found in a home. This program is available free of charge to all county residents.

Residents can contact the Household Hazardous Waste Management Hotline at 201-807-8696 or log on to www.bcua.org any time of the day for a list of accepted waste products and more information about this program.

Department of Public Works

October 5Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

October 7Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

October 8Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

October 14Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

October 19Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

October 21Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

October 22Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

October 27Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

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Community Day

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Columbus DayBorough Offices Closed

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November 2020

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Last day to register to vote in General Election. Borough Hallopen to 9 pm



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November 2Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

November 4Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

November 9Board of Health Meeting7:30pm Borough Hall

November 11Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30 pm Borough Hall

November 12Mayor & Council MeetingWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

November 16Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

November 17Library Meeting 7:30 pmMidland Park Library

November 18Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

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NOVEMBER 2020IMPORTANT DATES


Taxes are Due

General Election Day6am-8pm

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ThanksgivingDayBorough Offices Closed

Veterans Day

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December 2020

Daylight Savings Time2:00 am clocks are turned backwards1 hour to 1:00 am

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No Garbage CollectionPOLLINGLOCATIONSDistrict 1, 2 & 4Fire HouseDistrict 3Midland Park Public LibraryDistrict 5O’Connell Hall,Church of the Nativity



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December 2Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

December 7Board of Recreation Meeting7:30 pm Borough Hall

December 9Zoning Board of Adjustments 7:30pm Borough Hall

December 15Library Meeting 7:30 pm Midland Park Library

December 16Court 4:00 pmBorough Hall

December 17Mayor & Council MeetingBudget Meeting 6:00 pmWork Session 7:00 pmOpen Public Meeting 8:00 pmBorough Hall

December 21Planning Board 7:30 pmBorough Hall

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Tree Lighting

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Christmas DayBorough Offices Closed

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Borough Contact InformationDepartment Hours Telephone Emergency Services (Police, Fire & Ambulance)

24 hours/seven days 201-444-2300 or 9-1-1

Police (non-emergency) 24 hours/seven days 201-444-2300 Reports & Records Mon-Fri 8:00am-7:00pm Sat 9:00am-NoonAdministration 8:30am-4:30pm 201-445-5720Administrator 8:30am-4:30pm 201-445-3844Borough Clerk (Voting, Licenses, General Info) 8:30am-4:30pm 201-857-5723Court Administrator (Pay Tickets General Info) 8:00am-4:00pm 201-445-3838

Building Department/Planning & Zoning Board8:30am-12:30pmInspections by appt. 201-445-5424

Code Enforcement Office (Building, Zoning, Technical Information, Plan Review)

Mon 8:30am-11:00amWed 8:30am-11:00am 201-445-5424

Tax Office (Tax Payments) 8:30am-4:30pm 201-444-1388Tax Assessor Thurs 9:00am-Noon 201-445-0833Fire Prevention (Schedule Inspections/Info) 8:30am-4:30pm 201-445-2044

Department TelephoneMidland Park Memorial Library 201-444-2390Midland Park Recreation 201-652-2747Midland Park Board of Education 201-444-1400Midland Park Continuing Education 201-444-2030Department of Public Works 201-445-6076Board of Health/NW Regional 201-445-7217Garbage 845-753-6666Bergen County Senior Citizens Center 201-445-5690Chamber of Commerce/Lisa Plasse 201-445-8780Ridgewood Water Company 201-670-5520Midland Park Post Office 1-800-222-1811Midland Park Website: www.midlandparknj.orgWhite Goods: [email protected] 845-753-6666

Borough Meetings

Midland Park School Directory

Consult website for holiday exceptions and last minute changes.

Mayor & Council: 2nd & 4th Thursday every month 8:00pm, Council Chambers

Planning Board: 3rd Monday every month, 7:30pm except January and February

Zoning Board of Adjustment: 2nd Wednesday every month; 7:30 pm at Borough Hall

Recreation Board: 1st Monday of first full week of each month, except July & August; 7:30pm at Borough Hall

Library Board: 3rd Tuesday of every month, except July & August 7:30pm at the Library

Board of Health: Borough Hall

Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission

Health Education Services, Vital Statistics,Nursing Services, Food Establishmentsand Environmental Services

20 West Prospect StreetWaldwick, NJ 07463

Phone: 201-445-7217 Fax: 201-445-4001Website: www.nwbrhc.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/NWBRHC

The Godwin Elementary School41 East Center Street

Midland Park, NJ 07432PH: 201-445-5350Fax: 201-652-5709

To report a student absence:201-445-5350 Option 1

The Highland Elementary School31 Highland Ave

Midland Park, NJ 07432PH: 201-445-3880Fax: 201-447-0826

To report a student absence:201-445-3880 Option 1

Midland Park High School250 Prospect Street,

Midland Park, NJ 07432PH: 201-444-7400 Fax 201-444-0352

To report a student absence: 201-612-1091Board of Education 201-444-1400

Voting and Leaf Collection Directory Districts Street Name

Voting District

Leaf District

Aqueduct Avenue 1 1Arminda Place 4 4Baldin Drive 1 1Balsam Street 5 5Bank Street, #4-90 4 4Bank Street, #100-230 1 4Belle Court 4 4Birch Street, odd # 4 4Birch Street, even # 1 4Brandon Road 4 4Brautigam Lane 3 3Burma Road 1 1Busteed Drive 3 3Butternut Avenue 4 4Canterbury Drive 5 5Cedar Street 5 5Center Street, odd # 4 2Center Street, even # 2 2Central Avenue 1 1Chamberlain Place #80-101 2 2Chamberlain Place #113-187 3 2Chestnut Street, odd # 1 1Chestnut Street, even # 2 1Clinton Avenue 1 1College Road 5 5Colonial Drive 3 3Colonial Road 5 5Coombs Lane 5 5Cornell Street 4 4Cottage Street 3 3Cross Avenue 4 4Crest Drive 5 5Cyphers Lane 3 3Dairy Street 2 2De Mund Lane 1 1Donna Lane 1 1Drews Lane 3 3East Center Street #1-102 2 2East Center Street #111-164 3 3East Payne Avenue 3 3

Street Name

Voting District

Leaf District

East Summit Avenue 2 2Englishman Drive 1 1Erie Avenue 3 3Estes Court 1 1Evergreen Street 5 5Fairhaven Drive 5 5Fairview Avenue 3 3Faner Road 4 4Fifth Street 1 1First Street 1 1Floral Lane 5 5Foster Court 3 3Fourth Street 1 1Franklin Avenue #3-161 3 3Franklin Avenue #170-236 4 3Garret Place 2 2Glen Avenue #16-147 3 3Glen Avenue #108-180 odd 2 2Glen Avenue, all other 2 2Goble Terrace 2 2Godwin Avenue #1-143 3 4Godwin Avenue #146-382 4 4Godwin Avenue #410-727 1 1Goffle Road #12-34 4 4Goffle Road #56-225 3 4Golon Court 1 1Greenwood Avenue 4 1Grove Street 1 4Habben Avenue 4 4Hampshire Road, odd # 1 1Hampshire Road, even # 5 1Heights Road 5 5Hemlock Street 5 5Hiawatha Court 5 5Highland Avenue #31-90 odd 2 2Highland Avenue #31-90 even

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Highland Avenue 118-173 3 3Highwood Avenue 2 2Hill Street #18-101 2 2Hill Street #120-223 3 3

Street Name

Voting District

Leaf District

Hillside Avenue #3-69 4 4Hillside Avenue #72-190 1 4Hilton Avenue 4 4Irving Street 1 1Kew Court 3 3Lake Avenue 3 4Lakeview Drive 3 4Linden Place 4 4Linwood Avenue 1 1Logan Drive 3 3Madison Avenue 1 1Maltbie Avenue 3 3Maple Avenue 1 4Meadow Court 5 5Meda Place 1 1Midland Avenue 1 1Miedema Place 3 3Millington Drive 5 5Morrow Road 4 4Mountain Avenue 3 4Mulder Lane 3 3Myrtle Avenue 1 1Newtown Road 1 1North Monroe Street 5 5Oak Avenue 1 4Oak Hill Road 5 5Orchard Street 1 1Outslay Way 4 2Park Avenue #18-253 1 1Park Avenue #255-438 5 5Parker Place 4 4Parmeter Court 5 5Paterson Avenue 4 4Payne Avenue #8-108 2 2Payne Avenue #125-162 3 2Pierce Avenue 4 4Pine Street 5 5Plane Street 4 4Pleasant Avenue 4 4Post Street 4 4

Street Name

Voting District

Leaf District

Princeton Avenue 4 4Prospect Street #6 and 21 4 2Prospect Street #22-222 & 248 2 2Prospect Street #195-219 odd 1 2Prospect Street #237-478 5 5Rea Avenue 3 3Roetman Court 1 1Rogers Court 1 4Rubble Street 2 2Second Street 1 1Short Street 4 4Sicomac Avenue 4 4Smith Lane 3 3Smith Place 3 3Smithfield Road 5 5South Rea Avenue 3 4Spruce Street 5 5Sunset Avenue 2 2Susan Avenue 5 5Third Street 1 1Van Blarcom Avenue 4 4Van Dyke Avenue 3 3Vreeland Avenue #26-282 even

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Vreeland Avenue #29-129 odd

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Vreeland Avenue #141-286 2 2Waldo Avenue 5 5Walnut Street 4 4Wedlake Court 1 1West Street 1 4West Summit Avenue 1 1Westbrook Avenue 5 5Westview Place 1 1Westview Terrace 1 1Witte Drive 1 4Woodside Avenue 2 2Wostbrock Lane 3 3Zimmer Avenue 5 5Zimmerman Court 3 3



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