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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.
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Congratulations Lt. Caruso – Hometown Hero
Please join us in Congratulating Lieutenant Joseph Caruso on being named Cloudman’s Hometown Heroes last night at the Trenton Thunder. He was joined by his family, friends, coworkers and other honorees. Congratulations to all!
No Parking Notice for Road Maintenance
**** ATTENTION **** On Tuesday, June 20th there will be NO PARKING on East Broad Street from High Street to Earl Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. On Thursday, June 22nd there will be NO PARKING on High Street, from East Federal Street to Broad Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
Juneteenth Freedom Day
In celebration of Juneteenth the City of Burlington Police Department would like to highlight some significant historical facts. By 1790, Burlington County had the largest free Black population of any county in the state, according to the Library of Congress. “This can be attributed to its location in the Delaware Valley, known as the ‘cradle of emancipation,’ where slaves were freed on a large scale,” it said. “The sizeable presence and influence in the valley of Quakers, America's first organized group to speak out against the evils of bondage, enabled this region to be the pacesetter regarding black emancipation.” Once called Wheatley’s Burlington Pharmacy, this building was a Quaker-owned building used to harbor runaway slaves and the site of anti-slavery rallies. Located at 301 High St. in Burlington City, it is also the oldest pharmacy in continuous operation in the state. This historic pharmacy was built on the corner of High and East Union Streets in Burlington in 1731. The date is proudly incorporated into the side of the building along [...]
Cruzin on the River Car and Motorcycle Cruise Nights & Concerts
Mark your calendars for the 2023 Cruise and Concert Series!
National Night Out 2022
We would like to thank everyone that came out for our National Night Out last night on the waterfront. The festivities were extremely successful and are designed not only for local businesses to advertise/recruit, but also as an opportunity for the City of Burlington Emergency Services Personnel to interact with our community neighbors. We will continue to grow within Burlington, #citystrong! It means a lot to each one of us to have the support of this passionate community in which we serve. We look forward to seeing everyone next year! Our department would like to take an opportunity to personally thank the following businesses/partners for their generosity in assisting the City of Burlington Police: Burlington County Prosecutor's Office Fop Burlington Burlington County Corrections Department Endeavor Emergency Squad City of Burlington Fire Department Amazon.com Low Rate Towing Burlington county auto parts Bj Greenwood “BJ the DJ” Cream-O-Land Dairy Pearl Point About Face- Face and Body Painting of NJ- Cheryl Painter BBU Foundation Nettie, Nana & Friends J-Dogs Catering & Amusements Volunteers of America Delaware [...]
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2022 – HAPPENING TONIGHT!!
HAPPENING TONIGHT FROM 6-9 PM AT THE RIVERFRONT PROMENADE!!!
NJ Dept of Human Services Help Sheet
Looking for services? NJ Department of Human Services is here to help. Get linked to information on: child care assistance health care assistance cash assistance and more. Check out our full list of resources here: ENGLISH: https://nj.gov/humanservices/library/slides/DHS_services.pdf SPANISH: https://nj.gov/humanse.../library/slides/DHS_services-SP.pdf
National Night Out 2022 – Tuesday, August 2nd
MARK YOUR CALENDARS National Night Out 2022 is Tuesday, August 2nd from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Riverfront Promenade. This is a FREE community event. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes Police-Community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Special shout out to Low Rate Towing and Burlington county auto parts for their generous donations to help make this night possible. If you would like to participate or donate in some way to this event please contact Jamie at 609-386-0262 ext. 252 or via email at jpennacchi@burlingtonnj.us. We hope to see you all there!
