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MEETING NOTICE

Please be advised that a Special Meeting of the Elmwood Park Mayor and Council will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:00PM, in the Caucus Room prior to the regularly scheduled public meeting of the of the Municipal Building, 182 Market Street, Elmwood Park, NJ for the purpose of:

1 – DISCUSSION OF INSURANCE BROKERS

2 – EXECUTIVE – ATTORNEY-CLIENT

3 – DISCUSSION – BUILDING USE PROCEDURE

Copies of this notice were distributed to the Mayor and Council, Officers, Municipal Attorney, filed in the office of the Municipal Clerk and posted on the Borough website https://www.elmwoodparknj.us/elmwood-park-news/public-notices as well as on the bulletin Board in the Municipal Building.

Formal action will not be taken.

Borough of Elmwood Park
Shanee Morris, RMC, CMR
Borough Clerk

Dear Elmwood Park Residents,

It is with great disappointment that I report that after consulting with the Veteran’s Committee, we have no other choice but to cancel this years Memorial Day Parade. As it stands, the Governor’s Executive Order would make it impossible to have an event such as a parade.

Our plan is to have some sort of organized ceremony, once the Executive Order is lifted or relaxed, to honor our veterans, who bravely and honorably gave their lives for our great country.

On a more positive note, I have been collaborating with the Borough Administrator/Police Chief to formulate a plan to re-open our Borough Parks starting this Monday, May 4th.

We would have like to have had them open and ready for Saturday, but due to some logistical issues, it won’t be possible until Monday at around noon.

In the meantime, our County Park, Artesian Fields is open, effective Saturday, as per the Governor’s order.

Please do your best to enjoy what appears to be a beautiful weekend, weather-wise.

Stay safe and God Bless you and your family.

Mayor Robert Colletti

• The sale of the surplus property no longer needed for public use shall be conducted through GovDeals.com pursuant to State Contract A-83453/T2581 in accordance with the terms and conditions of the State Contract. The terms and conditions of the agreement entered into with GovDeals is available online at GovDeals.com and also available from the Municipal Clerk and Superintendent of Public Works.
• The sale will be conducted online and the address of the auction site is GovDeals.com.
• A list of the surplus property that is to be sold is as follows:

• The surplus property as identified shall be sold in “as is” condition without express or implied warranties.
• The online auction shall take place online at Govdeals.com beginning on Thursday, September 10, 2026 8:00am for 10-days until Monday, September 21, 2026
• The Borough of Elmwood Park reserves the right to accept or reject any bid submitted as determined to be in the public interest.

Dear Elmwood Park Residents,

We would like to share some information regarding unemployment benefits and stimulus payments. Please see updates below:

$600 Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (PUC)

* If you are currently collecting unemployment: Residents already collecting unemployment will begin to see their $600 supplemental unemployment benefit arrive April 14 (for the week of March 29th). It will be a separate payment from your regular unemployment benefit, and will continue through July 25.

* New filers: You also will be eligible for the additional $600/week; it will be retroactive to the week of March 29th.

Freelancers, gig workers, independent contractors: While we wait for federal guidelines, we encourage you to apply for unemployment now. Your claim likely will be denied, but your ineligibility for regular unemployment is a prerequisite for receiving benefits due to COVID-19. Additional details will be posted online as they become available. Please visit myunemployment.nj.gov.

Stimulus Payments

Beginning April 14th, the government will send out the first economic stimulus checks of up to $1,200 to eligible taxpayers, beginning with people who have direct deposit set up with the IRS. You'll be able to track your payment with the IRS, through a tool called Get My Payment that the agency will have on its website this week, the IRS.

The IRS will turn on an online tracking tool called Get My Payment by April 17. This online tracking portal will show the status of your payment, including the date it's scheduled for deposit into your bank account, or mailed out to you.

Borough of Elmwood Park
Shanee Morris, RMC, CMR
Borough Clerk

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Elmwood Park, for the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant – Garden Drive Roadway Improvements, Contract No. 2026-1, and will be opened and read in public at the Municipal Building, 182 Market Street, Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07470, on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 10:30 A.M., prevailing time.

The work includes the furnishing of all labor, material and equipment necessary or required to complete all work set forth in these Specifications and shown on the Plans.  The estimated item quantities are summarized as follows:

                                                                                                APPROXIMATE ESTIMATED

                        ITEM                                                              ______QUANTITIES________

1. Mobilization LS
2. Site Clearing LS
3. Construction Signs 50 SF
4. Traffic Cones 25 UN
5. Drums 10 UN
6. Breakaway Barricade 1 UN
7. Uniformed Traffic Controllers AL
8. No Bid item N/A
9. Hot Mix Asphalt Milling, 3” or Less                                                         7,500 SY
10. Hot Mix Asphalt 9.5M64 Surface Course, 2” Thick 900 TN
11. Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Repair (19M64 Base Course, 5” Thick) 200 SY
12. No Bid Item N/A
13. Dense Graded Aggregate, 6” Thick 680 SY
14. Traffic Marking Lines, 8” Wide 315 LF
15. Traffic Marking Lines, 24” Wide 60 LF
16. Reset Gas Valve 3 UN
17. Reset Existing Casting 21 UN
18. Reset Water Valve Box 10 UN
19. Curb Piece, Type ‘N-Eco’ 10 UN
20. Bicycle Safe Grate 14 UN
21. Inlet/Manhole Repair 2 UN
22. Topsoil, 4” Thick, Fertilizer, Seed and Straw Mulch 100 SY
23. No Bid Item N/A
24. Hot Mix Asphalt Driveway Repair, 9.5M64 Surface Course, 5” Thick 50 SY
25. Concrete Driveway Apron, Reinforced, 6” Thick 450 SY
26. Concrete Sidewalk, 4” Thick 120 SY
27. 9”x18” Concrete Vertical Curb 120 SY
28. Detectable Warning Surface 2 UN
29. Asphalt Price Adjustment AL
30. Fuel Price Adjustment AL

Plans, Specifications and forms of bid for the proposed work prepared by Richard A. Alaimo Associates, Municipal Engineer, have been filed in the office of said ENGINEER, at 201 Willowbrook Blvd., Suite 501, Wayne, New Jersey 07470, and may be inspected by prospective bidders during the regular business hours.  Bidders will be furnished with a copy of the Specifications, Plans and Proposal by the ENGINEER at the cost of preparation thereof, $75.00, nonrefundable; plus $10.00 postage and handling if mailed.  Checks shall be made payable to RICHARD A. ALAIMO ASSOCIATES.

Bids must be made on the standard Proposal form in the manner designated therein and must be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the bidder and the name of the project on the outside, addressed to the Borough of Elmwood Park, and must be accompanied by a Certified Check, Bid Bond or Cashier's Check drawn to the order of the Borough of Elmwood Park, for ten percent (10%) of the total amount bid, provided said security need not be more than $20,000.00.  All bid guarantees shall be accompanied by an executed consent from an approved surety company, licensed to conduct business in the State of New Jersey, agreeing to furnish the required Performance and Maintenance Bonds upon the award of contract.

The signed Proposal forms and bid security must be delivered to the place and on or before the hour named above.  The accepted bidder must sign the contract within ten (10) days after the Notice of Award or forfeit his bid security.  Bid securities will be returned to all but the three apparent lowest responsible bidders.  All other bid securities will be returned within three days after awarding and signing of the contract and approval of the Contractor's Performance Bond, Saturday, Sundays and Holidays excepted.

This contract is subject to the provisions of the New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et. seq.

Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27, Affirmative Action Regulations.

This contract is subject to U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Community Development Block Grant Program Regulations, and Federal Labor Standards Provisions. 

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THIS IS A SECTION 3 PROJECT OF THE HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1968, AND, TO THE GREATEST EXTENT FEASIBLE, OPPORTUNITIES FOR TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT MUST BE GIVEN TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS RESIDING WITHIN THE PROJECT AREA; AND THE PROJECT MUST UTILIZE BUSINESSES LOCATED IN OR OWNED IN SUBSTANTIAL PART BY PERSONS RESIDING WITHIN THE PROJECT AREA.

Sealed bids for this project are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq.

Sealed bids for this project are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq.

The right is reserved to reject any or all Proposals, in whole or in part, or to make awards to such bidder or bidders who, in the judgment of the Borough of Elmwood Park is the lowest responsible bidder and to waive such informalities as may be permitted by law.

BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH OF ELMWOOD PARK

Shanee Morris, RMC, CMR
 Borough Clerk

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Dear Elmwood Park Residents,

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has thrust our community into unknown territory.  We are committed to ensuring that our residents are safe and updated with only the most important information while we continue to do everything we can to protect and care for our community.

On behalf of the governing body of the Borough of Elmwood Park, I would like to ask for your help in standing up to this invisible enemy by continuing to do your part to follow the vital social distancing guidelines and stay home unless you are an essential employee or if you need food or medication from a grocery store or pharmacy. Our Borough Administrative Offices, our Police Department, Fire Department, EMS and DPW are all doing their part to selflessly serve this community during this most difficult time.

Below you will find links to some valuable resources that will assist you with any questions you may have.

Please be well and know that we will continue to do our part to see our great community outlast and overcome this temporary health crisis.

Robert Colletti, Mayor
Borough of Elmwood Park

Covid 19 Toolkit & Resources:

Prevention & Protection

• What you Need to Know About Coronavirus Factsheet (CDC)  [Spanish]
• Stop the Spread of Germs Factsheet (CDC)  [Spanish]
• Hand Washing Poster (CDC)   [Spanish]
• How to Properly Wash Your Hands Poster (CDC)  [Spanish]
• What is My COVID-19 Risk Level? Chart (NJDOH)
• How to Take Your Temperature Poster (NJDOH)
• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendation Guidelines (CDC)
• COVID-19: Health Actions to Protect You and Your Family Factsheet
• COVID-19 Quick Facts Poster (NJDOH) 
• How the CDC Protects and Prepares Communities Infographic (CDC)
• I am Deaf or Hard of Hearing - Coronavirus Communication Card (NJDOH) 

If You Think You Are Sick

• COVID19 Symptoms Poster (CDC)
• What To Do If You Are Sick Poster (NJDOH)
• When To Use A Mask Guidelines (WHO)
• 10 things you can do to manage your health Factsheet (CDC) 

Social Distancing, Quarantine, Isolation

• What is Social Distancing? Poster (NJDOH)
• What is the difference between isolation and quarantine? Factsheet (NJDOH)
• How Can I Prepare for Self-Isolation? Factsheet (NJDOH)
• Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak Factsheet (SAMHSA)

• Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks Factsheet (SAMHSA) 

Local, State and National Resources

• Centers for Disease Control - Info & Resources 
• NJ Dept. of Health – Info & Resources
• COVID-19 NJ STATE MAP - Cases by County
• 15 Days to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus COVID-19 (Whitehouse.gov) [Spanish]

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Borough of Elmwood Park, for the Recreation Center Structural Improvements, Contract No. 2025-2, and will be opened and read in public at the Municipal Building, 182 Market Street, Elmwood Park, New Jersey 07470 on September 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. prevailing time.

The work includes the furnishing of all labor, material and equipment necessary or required to complete all work set forth in these Specifications and shown on the Plans.  The estimated item quantities are summarized as follows:

                                                                                                APPROXIMATE ESTIMATED

                        ITEM                                                              ______QUANTITY__________

1. Mobilization LS
2. Clearing Site LS
3. Temporary Soil Erosion and Sediment Control LS
4. Excavation, Unclassified 100 CY
5. Slab Jacking LS
6. Underpinning Piles (Push Piers), 50' Long (30,000 lb. capacity) 30 UN
7. Masonry Repairs LS
8. Cleaning and Restorations LS
9. Contract Closeout Documentation FP

Plans, Specifications and forms of bid for the proposed work prepared by Richard A. Alaimo Associates, Municipal Engineer, have been filed in the office of said ENGINEER, at 201 Willowbrook Blvd., Suite 501, Wayne, New Jersey 07470, and may be inspected by prospective bidders during the regular business hours.  Bidders will be furnished with a copy of the Specifications, Plans and Proposal by the ENGINEER at the cost of preparation thereof, $45.00, nonrefundable; plus $10.00 postage and handling if mailed.  Checks shall be made payable to RICHARD A. ALAIMO ASSOCIATES.

Bids must be made on the standard Proposal form in the manner designated therein and must be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the bidder and the name of the project on the outside, addressed to the Borough of Elmwood Park, and must be accompanied by Certified Check, Bid Bond or Cashier’s Check drawn to the order of the Borough of Elmwood Park for ten percent (10%) of the total amount bid, provided said security need not be more than $20,000.00.  All bid guarantees shall be accompanied by an executed consent from an approved surety company, licensed to conduct business in the State of New Jersey, agreeing to furnish the required Performance and Maintenance Bonds upon the award of contract.

The signed Proposal forms and bid security must be delivered to the place and on or before the hour named above.  The accepted bidder must sign the contract within ten (10) days after the Notice of Award or forfeit his bid security.  Bid securities will be returned to all but the three apparent lowest responsible bidders.  All other bid securities will be returned within three days after awarding and signing of the contract and approval of the Contractor’s Performance Bond, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays excepted.

This contract is subject to the provisions of the New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.

Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 (Affirmative Action Law); P.L. 2004, c.57 (Business Registration Act); and P.L. 2003, c.91 (Public Works Contractor Registration Act).

Sealed bids for this project are being solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq.

The right is reserved to reject any or all Proposals, in whole or in part, or to make awards to such bidder or bidders who, in the judgment of the Borough of Elmwood Park is the lowest responsible bidder and to waive such informalities as may be permitted by law.

BY ORDER OF THE BOROUGH OF ELMWOOD PARK

                                                                                   Shanee Morris, RMC,  CMR

                                                                                    Borough Clerk

BOROUGH OF ELMWOOD PARK

ORDINANCE #26-19

BOND ORDINANCE STATEMENT AND SUMMARY

The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, has been finally adopted by the Borough Council of the Borough of Elmwood Park, in the County of Bergen, State of New Jersey, on August 20, 2026, and the 20-day period of limitation within which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such ordinance can be commenced, as provided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to run from the date of the first publication of this statement by its posting on the Borough’s official Internet website. Copies of the full ordinance are available, at no cost and during regular business hours, at the Clerk's office for members of the general public who request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows:

Title: BOND ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE UNDERTAKING OF STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE RECREATION CENTER IN, BY AND FOR THE BOROUGH OF ELMWOOD PARK, IN THE COUNTY OF BERGEN, NEW JERSEY, TO APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF $265,000 TO PAY THE COST THEREOF, TO MAKE A DOWN PAYMENT, TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS TO FINANCE SUCH APPROPRIATION AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES IN ANTICIPATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS.

Purpose(s): Undertaking of structural improvements to the Recreation Center in, by and for the Borough.

Appropriation: $265,000

Bonds/Notes Authorized: $252,000

Grants (if any) Appropriated: $-0-

Section 20 Costs: $45,000

Useful Life: 15 years

Borough of Elmwood Park
Shanee Morris, RMC, CMR
Borough Clerk

March 27, 2020

Dear Elmwood Park Residents,

Borough Officials are working behind the scenes, doing whatever is necessary, to support our professionals and department heads who are on the front lines battling the COVID-19 crisis.

A top priority of the Governing Body was to explore options as to how the Borough can assist families that may feel the financial strains of dealing with the collateral issues that this pandemic has caused.

I was able to connect with the owner of Wendy's, located at 231 Route 46 West in Elmwood Park. The owner made a very generous donation to the Borough by providing us with $1,000.00 in food coupons that he will honor at his restaurant for those families that are struggling to make ends meet.

We reached out to our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Anthony Iachetti, and will be disseminating these coupons to families within the Borough's school district through his assistance. Those families that the school district feels can use the assistance most will be contacted by school officials.

Additionally, the Governing Body, Resident's Assistance Program, Elmwood Park PBA Local 185 and the Elmwood Park Police Department are currently working on a second outreach program that will be announced on Monday, March 30th as we are still working on its final components.

The Borough of Elmwood Park would like to thank Wendy's for their generous donation to the residents of Elmwood Park.

Please stay safe and be well.

Sincerely,
Robert Colletti,  Mayor
Borough of Elmwood Park