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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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K9 Car Show: Saturday, October 4
On Saturday, October 4, 2025 our K9 Unit will be hosting the annually K9 Car Show in our downtown.
City Boardwalk: Saturday, September 20
The next City Boardwalk hosted by State Street Events will be taking place on Saturday, September 20. Please be aware there will be road closures and no parking in effect in the area of the event.
Hops and Rocks Beer and Music Festival and 5K: Saturday, September 13
Hops and Rocks Beer and Music Festival and 5K returns to Burlington on Saturday, September 13. Please be aware that there will be road closures and no parking in the area of these events. For more information, visit www.burlingtonhopsandrocks.com
Wood Street Fair: Saturday, September 6
Colonial Burlington will once again be hosting "The Wood Street Fair" on Saturday, September 6. Please be aware that there will be road closures and no parking in the area of the fair.
Youth Police Academy: Apply Now!
The City of Burlington Police Department and Edgewater Park Township Police Department are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the 2025 Youth Police Academy! Applications are available for pickup at either police department and must be completed and returned by May 23, 2025. For questions or more information, please contact our lead instructors: Det. Will Lancenese wlancenese@burlingtonnj.us Det. Chad Haney chaney@edgewaterpark-nj.com
FREE Rabies Clinic for Dogs and Cats: Saturday, January 18
Mark your calendars! We are hosting a FREE rabies clinic on January 18 from 1:15pm-2:15pm. This will be a drive thru clinic so please enter through the Kennedy Park entrance and remain in your vehicle. To help make the check in process faster and smoother, we kindly ask those who plan to attend the rabies clinic to complete the preregistration form below. Don't miss this opportunity to keep your furry friends safe and healthy! Pre-Registration Form: Burlington Rabies Clinic
City of Burlington Holiday Extravaganza: Saturday, December 7
The City of Burlington Holiday Extravaganza kicks off at 1PM on the downtown Promenade with the Annual Holiday Village. Line up for the Holiday Parade will be from 3:45 - 4:45PM with the Parade starting promptly at 5:00PM followed by the Tree Lighting.
Senior Line Dancing Classes
Get your dancing shoes on!!! The City of Burlington Rec. Dept. will be hosting Senior Line Dancing Classes at the Daniel Keegan Recreation Center. Check out the flyer below for additional details. Any questions, please contact the Rec. Dept. at 609-386-4070 or via email dlove@burlingtonnj.us
* * WATER UPDATE FROM OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT * *
**UPDATE** Burlington City water continues to be safe to drink and use. No contaminants detected. Monitoring to continue. The City of Burlington Water Department is Monitoring Water Quality After a Recent Chemical Spill in the Delaware River; Water is Safe to Use at This Time The City's Water Department is monitoring the water quality of the Delaware River following a chemical release that recently occurred from a manufacturing plant into a tributary of the River in Bristol, PA. The Water Department is maintaining regular communication with State and Federal agencies regarding the situation. At this time, there is no impact to the outside source water of the City's Water Treatment Plant. We will continue to monitor the source water and provide updates if we receive additional information or there are any developments. The health and safety of our residents is our top priority. At this time, you may continue to use your water, and there is no need for you as a customer to do anything further. If that changes you will be notified [...]
The City of Burlington Water Department is Monitoring Water Quality After a Recent Chemical Spill in the Delaware River
https://www.burlingtonnj.us/newsdetail_T3_R1564.php The City's Water Department is monitoring the water quality of the Delaware River following a chemical release that recently occurred from a manufacturing plant into a tributary of the River in Bristol, PA. The Water Department is maintaining regular communication with State and Federal agencies regarding the situation. At this time, there is no impact to the outside source water of the City's Water Treatment Plant. We will continue to monitor the source water and provide updates if we receive additional information or there are any developments. The health and safety of our residents is our top priority. At this time, you may continue to use your water, and there is no need for you as a customer to do anything further. If that changes you will be notified via this website and other media.
🚨 FBI Warns Scam is Targeting South Jersey Residents 🚨
The FBI Philadelphia Field Office is again warning the public to be on alert for a phone scam that spoofs, or fakes, the FBI’s name and real telephone number on the recipient’s caller ID. Recently, a scammer has targeted South Jersey residents, claiming to be with the FBI’s South Jersey Resident Agency in Cherry Hill. Check out the FBI link below for more information: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/philadelphia/news/south-jersey-residents-targeted-in-latest-iteration-of-fbi-phone-scam
Road Closure 7/13/22 – 7/22/22
Riverbank Avenue will be closed to thru traffic from Wednesday, July 13th to Friday, July 22 from the Burlington Bristol Bridge to Talbot Street. Please seek alternate routes.
XGLOSIVE Basketball: August 11
The tour is making a stop in Burlington City. Be sure to sign up for this FREE event and get your spot now. It will be a night of basketball under the neon lights!
Summer Cruise Nights and Concerts
Join us this summer for our Cruise Nights and Concerts! Please note that the Cruise Night scheduled for June 19 has been cancelled due to weather.
National Night Out: August 5
National Night Out is back for 2025! Join us on the Burlington City Waterfront Promenade on Tuesday, August 5 from 6pm-9pm for a fun filled evening celebrating community. This is a FREE event open to all!
Traffic Advisory: Wood Street June 24
Graduation Day Alert: On Tuesday, June 24 (rain date June 25), temporary parking restrictions and a brief road closure will be in effect on Wood Street for the Burlington City High School Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony. Please plan accordingly and join us in congratulating this year’s graduates! Full details in the notice below:
