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Welcome to City Of Burlington Police Department
The City of Burlington Police Department is Accredited through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. Our Department strives to be a model Law Enforcement Agency through commitment to excellence and partnerships with our community. With core values of Integrity, Professionalism and Service we will continue to enhance the quality for all residents of the City of Burlington.
Our Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Burlington Police Division is to ensure the best quality of life for our citizens through partnerships with the community, enforcement of the law, and the provision of a safe environment. We will act professionally, and ensure that all officers conduct themselves with the highest level of moral and ethical standards.
Straight to Treatment
It is a program created to help those that are caught in the powerful grip of addiction and substance abuse – but would like to break free – with the opportunity to be connected to a program to assist them with overcoming their addiction. You do NOT need insurance to participate.
Burlington County Recovery Center
The Recovery Center serves as a “one-stop” destination where individuals can be paired with a recovery peer, and obtain information about treatment programs, recovery support services and community resources. Wellness activities and classes, and recovery groups are also scheduled and held here.
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Mayor Barry W. Conaway has appointed Acting Captain Ryan P. Elbertson as Acting Chief of Police
Following the retirement announcement of Chief John J. Fine, Mayor Barry W. Conaway has appointed Acting Captain Ryan P. Elbertson as Acting Chief of Police. Acting Chief Elbertson looks forward to working together with our residents, business owners, City leadership, and members of the police department to build a stronger and safer Burlington.
📢📢 PARKING NOTICE TO RESIDENTS 📢📢
Be advised, on Tuesday, May 21st Tree Removal will begin at the Parking lot off of Stacy ST. The limits of this project are the parking lot between High St and Stacy St from E. Union St. to E. Broad St. ALL VEHICLES NEED TO BE REMOVED FROM THE LOT BY 6:00 AM on TUESDAY 5/21/24 - Please see photo below for clarification.
Special Thanks to Amazon for Providing Lunch to our Officers for National Police Week.
Special thanks to Amazon who delivered lunch to our officers for National Police Week. Amy, Alexa, Dan and Keith thank you for being so great to our officers and community.
Pre-school and Kindergarten Registration
The City of Burlington School District registration is open for all NEW 3, 4, and 5 year-old district children for the 2024-2025 school year. You can start the registration process today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the link below: https://genesis.c2.genesisedu.net/burlington/openReg?screen=welcomeScreen&action=form&fbclid=IwAR3kxJ3l_eKDFC9xIsTWIgZsnQw5Oubd9WpCREI8OLTNlHs0xzk0WRmMZ2Y
Check Out the Adopt a Dog Foundation Page!
Be sure to like and follow Adopt a Dog Foundation. This page is dedicated to all things BCPD K-9 Unit! If you want to hear about upcoming ways to support our K-9s, see what K-9 Dutch, K-9 Echo, and K-9 Sully are up to in the community and remember the K-9s who are no longer with us, but served our community well then be sure to give the page a like/follow! https://www.facebook.com/adoptadogfoundation
2024 Youth Police Academy
We are now accepting applications for the City of Burlington and Edgewater Park Township Police Department's Youth Police Academy. Applications are available for pick up at both Edgewater Park Township Police Department and Burlington City Police Department. All completed applications must be received by May 24, 2024. If you are unable to pick up an application you can click the link below to complete and print the application to submit. Fillable YPA Application
Preschool and kindergarten registration is OPEN!
Please help us make sure that every eligible family knows about our wonderful, high-quality preschool program. Children must meet age and residency requirements. Please LIKE and SHARE! #preschoolregistration #kindergartenregistration #cityproud #citystrong
Pre-school and Kindergarten Registration
The City of Burlington School District registration is open for all NEW 3, 4, and 5 year-old district children for the 2024-2025 school year. You can start the registration process today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the link below: https://genesis.c2.genesisedu.net/burlington/openReg?screen=welcomeScreen&action=form&fbclid=IwAR3kxJ3l_eKDFC9xIsTWIgZsnQw5Oubd9WpCREI8OLTNlHs0xzk0WRmMZ2Y
2024 Youth Police Academy
We are now accepting applications for the City of Burlington and Edgewater Park Township Police Department's Youth Police Academy. Applications are available for pick up at both Edgewater Park Township Police Department and Burlington City Police Department. All completed applications must be received by May 24, 2024. If you are unable to pick up an application you can click the link below to complete and print the application to submit. Fillable YPA Application
PUBLIC HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT – Tuesday, 2/6/24
PUBLIC HEARING ANNOUNCEMENT for John F. Kennedy Park Improvement Project, Jakes’ Law Inclusive Playground, to be held at City Hall, Tue., Feb. 6, at 7 pm The City of Burlington is seeking funding through the State of New Jersey Green Acres Program for improvements at John F. Kennedy Park, located at 560 Wood Street, Burlington City, NJ 08016, near the intersection of Wood Street and Route 130 South. The City of Burlington proposes to create the following new facilities at John F. Kennedy Park: an inclusive Jake’s Law Playground. A concept plan showing the proposed changes, a preliminary cost estimate, and an environmental impact assessment for the project can be found at: https://www.burlingtonnj.us/newsdetail_T3_R1680.php. The public is encouraged to attend a public hearing to learn more about the proposal and to ask questions or provide comments on the proposed plan on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held in person as part of the regularly scheduled Common Council meeting scheduled to be held at Burlington City Hall, 525 [...]
🏠 Food & Housing Resource Fair 🏠
The Office of Congressman Andy Kim will be hosting a Food & Housing Resource Fair on Wednesday, December 20th at the MacFarland American Legion Post #79, 540 High Street, Burlington, NJ. Scan QR Code or see below for details.
