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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.
Quick Links
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 [...]
📝 JFK Park Improvement Survey 📝
Please take a few moments to give your input on the proposed Inclusive Playground at JFK Park by completing a brief, 7-question survey by Feb. 6. To take the survey, please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BK6R3M8 The survey link along with the concept plan showing the proposed changes, a preliminary cost estimate, and an environmental impact assessment for the project also can be found by visiting the City homepage at https://www.burlingtonnj.us/newsdetail_T3_R1691.php
Thank You Raising Cane’s in Burlington Township!
"Thank You" to Harry Newton of Raising Cane's in Burlington Township for hosting a celebration for our Hometown Hero Kiyan! Mayor Conaway, members of the Burlington City and Burlington Township Police and Fire Departments, as well as friends and family gathered to celebrate Kiyan. Not only did they donate all the food, Kiyan was also gifted a Raising Cane's basket. And as if that wasn't enough, they also sent dinner back to the station for the night shift! We thank you for your support and for celebrating our Hometown Hero Kiyan!
Congratulations Kiyan!
Please join us in congratulating our very own hometown hero Kiyan! We are so proud of you! #citystrong #neighborshelpingneighbors #community #hometownhero https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/burlington-new-jersey-community-gathers-to-celebrate-11-year-old-who-spotted-smoke-and-spoke-up/?fbclid=IwAR1LnKHMANs1Yxs-0D8umzEFlpUepqS1GzRfwMRizMko1ECZpPjmCwOpnRU
School is back is session!
See + on a stopped school bus? That doesn't mean to get ready to stop or to simply slow down- it means stop right NOW.
Outdoor Family Movie Night
The next Outdoor Family Movie Night will be held Tuesday, August 29th at 8pm at the Smith School Softball Field. Snacks will be available at no charge. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BLANKETS AND CHAIRS. We hope to see you all there!
Community Health Fair – Saturday September 9th
Mark you calendars for Christ Baptist Church Burlington NJ 5K Run/Walk and Community Health Fair on Saturday, September 9th. Check out the flyer below for more details!
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!
CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) – Upcoming Events!
The BCPD has partnered with CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) of Burlington County. We now have Recovery specialists on-site Tue and Thur. Please take a look at some of their upcoming events. For more info please visit http://Preventioniskey.org
📣📣 Calling All Students!! 📣📣
In partnership with the City of Burlington School District we are so excited to announce the K9 Drawing Contest!! Winners will be featured on t-shirts for an "Adopt a Dog" program fundraiser!! Check out the complete guidelines and contest rules below: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Calling-all-Students--Enter-Our-K-9-Drawing-Contest-.html?soid=1130162769241&aid=i-H6QoXaN7U
Lets join BTPD in honoring the life of Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099
Lets join Burlington Township Police Department in honoring the life of Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099 SIGN UP BY 4/1/23 TO RECEIVE A SHIRT! Put on your running shoes and join the Burlington Township Police FOP Lodge #84 in a 5k run, the first annual ‘Cardio for Cosmo’ Memorial 5k run honoring fallen Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099. Detective Cosmo impacted the lives of so many people and it is our job to now honor and remember him for the loving, caring, dedicated man that he was. This event is a memorial 5k run with the intention of memorializing Detective Cosmo and giving back to the programs that help provide suicide prevention assistance to our country’s law enforcement and military personnel. https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Burlington/CardioforCosmoMemorial5K1Mile?fbclid=IwAR0jmX02qpjyOQbVuR8248Yshb7oJdLf6Oe-FXQfxJ_1ViEr-EwIC7Ugxm4
Upcoming Events with CARES
The City of Burlington Police Department has partnered with CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) of Burlington County. We now have Recovery specialists on-site Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please take a look at some of their upcoming events. For more information please contact Ashley at broecker@mcpik.org or visit Preventioniskey.org
