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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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Congratulations Councilwoman Berger-Thompson
Congratulations Dawn Berger-Thompson on your swearing in as the new Ward 3 Councilwoman. Councilwoman Berger-Thompson will be filling the position of Councilwoman Helen Hatala who served from 1982 until her passing in March of this year.
News Release – Welcome K9 Sully (Therapy and Emotional Support K9)
NEWS RELEASE April 7, 2022 BCPD K-9 Unit Opens Another Chapter in Community Policing Burlington, NJ - City of Burlington School District Superintendent Dr. John Russell and Chief John Fine proudly announce the arrival and implementation of K-9 Sully, a Therapy and Emotional Support Dog, who will be assigned to the School District to assist students and staff within the district. The effort began in coordination with Jacquelene O’Brien, Director of Child Study Team and Pupil Personnel Services, acknowledging a need to support several students in the school district while overcoming numerous obstacles to include the COVID-19 Pandemic and getting adapted back to in person learning. Director O’Brien said, “Through observing community policing, I have witnessed the positive impact police dogs have on the communities in which they serve. Knowing the effects animals have on promoting social interaction and the tremendous benefits of animal therapy, I just knew that K9 Sully would be the perfect fit in the Burlington City School District. By having a full-time therapy dog in the school setting, we are [...]
National Telecommunicators Week
During National Telecommunicators week we want to take this time to recognize the unseen heroes of public safety, our dispatchers. Thank you to all of the men and women who play such an important role in keeping our communities, firefighters, EMS personnel and Officers safe on a daily basis. You are appreciated!
Mini Family Festival – Wednesday, April 13th
First Lady Tammy Murphy, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission & Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. will be hosting the Mini Family Fest in Burlington City! Wednesday, 4/13, 10a-2p, state and local departments, community providers and partners will be helping connect residents to services they need. Register now: bit.ly/NNJFAMILYFESTIVAL
