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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.
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley (VOADV) is a local affiliate of national, non-profit organization, Volunteers of America, and provides essential services to our community’s most vulnerable individuals. Each year, we serve more than 13,000 individuals throughout the southern New Jersey and Philadelphia region and operates more than 40 high quality, outcome-driven assistance programs – from homelessness, reentry, veteran’s assistance and affordable housing services to specialized programs for individuals with addiction, traumatic brain injury and/or intellectual disabilities.
Quick Links
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
PRESS RELEASE – 3/14/24
PRESS RELEASE Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment A team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) on Monday, March 25, 2024, will examine all aspects of the City of Burlington Police Department policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services Chief John Fine announced today. Anyone wishing to offer written comments about the City of Burlington Police Department’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation is requested to email the Accreditation Program Director at hdelgado@njsacop.org or write the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12 Marlton, N.J. 08053.
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
BCPD K9 T-Shirt & Hoodie Fundraiser
If you need a Christmas gift and want to support BCPD's K9 Unit, stop by the police station to make your purchase. Cash only at this time. Thank you!!
Chanukah Menorah Lighting – Thursday, 12/14 at 5 pm, on the Riverfront Promenade
Chabad Jewish Center of Florence, Bordentown & Burlington Twp. and the City of Burlington, NJ invite you to celebrate a Chanukah Menorah Lighting tomorrow, Thursday, December 14th, at 5 pm, on the Riverfront Promenade (near the Anchor). Free admission, doughnuts, dreidels, chocolate gelt, and festive music. Visit FlorenceChabad.org/rsvp for more info. Happy Chanukah! #BurlingtonStrong
Happy Hanukkah!
Happy Hanukkah to everyone who celebrates... may this season be filled with peace, love, and happiness.
Holiday Parade and a Message from Chief Fine
Tremendous event and parade tonight! Thank you to all officers who worked the event and our dedicated officers who walked in the parade with their families showing our BCPD Family! Thank you for our special guests who walked with us! Sheriff Kostpolis, Undersheriff Carr, and Retired BCPD Chief John Lazzarotti accompanied the police department down High Street. NJ State FOP Labor Council Representative Sean Lavin escorted our department with the Trenton AOH Pipe Band. Thank you for our great partnership and welcome back Chief Laz! Leading the parade was our Reserve Sergeant Snyder with our BCPD Patrol Vehicle, Burlington County Sheriffs Dept, and Burlington Township Police Department. NJ TRANSIT Police also assisted with Traffic and pedestrian safety. Unity keeping our Community Safe. Happy Holidays from our families to yours! - Chief John J. Fine
Backpack and School Supply Giveaway – 8/19
A Message from Senator Troy Singleton's Office: On Saturday August 19th from 10am-12pm at the Burlington County Emergency Services Training Center in Westampton we are giving away backpacks and school supplies! Event is first come, first served while supplies last. See below for details! If you’d like to donate items, you can drop them off at our office by Tues Aug 15th!
Cruzin on the River – Thursday, 8/17
Please join us for Cruzin on the River, featuring the sounds of Random Notes as well as great food-truck food and shopping. It all starts at 6 pm on Thursday, Aug. 17, on Historic Burlington's Riverfront Promenade. We hope to see you all there!
2023-2024 PRE-K Enrollment – LIFE Four Corners
Check out the flyer for more information about the promotion and school. For even more information, visit: www.life4cornersdaycare.org
🎥 🍿 🎥 Outdoor Family Movie Night 🎥 🍿 🎥
The next Outdoor Family Movie Night will be held on Tuesday, August 22nd at 8pm at the Mitchell Field (Allen School). Snacks will be available at no charge. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BLANKETS AND CHAIRS.
