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Veterans Day Ceremony
Monday, November 11, 11:00 AM at Veterans Plaza
The Mayor and Council will honor veterans of all wars at a brief wreath-laying ceremony on Veterans Day (Monday, November 11) at 11:00 AM, at Veterans Plaza (corner of Pulis Ave. and Franklin Ave.).
Please join the Mayor and Council in honoring and paying tribute to our veterans.
Veterans Day Program.
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Borough Offices Closed
Monday, November 11
Borough Hall will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. There is no change in garbage and recycling collection.
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From Tax Collector
4th Quarter Taxes Due
4th Quarter 2024 taxes are due November 1, 2024. The last day of the grace period for 4th Quarter 2024 taxes is Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Please note that Borough Hall is closed on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. Payments received after November 12, 2024 will have interest charged back to November 1, 2024 as mandated by the State of New Jersey. We do not honor postmarks.
Tax payments can be made by using any of these options:
- Place tax payments – checks only in a sealed envelope, in the secure drop box by the front door of Borough Hall. If you need a receipt, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope. This is available 24/7.
- Mail payments to the Tax Collector's Office at 480 DeKorte Drive, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417. If you need a receipt, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Allow sufficient mail time as it is taking longer to get postal deliveries. We do not honor postmarks.
For additional information call 201-891-4000, ext. 1216 or email TaxCollector@franklinlakes.org.
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From Code Enforcement
Office Hours While Training on New Computer System
Window Will Be Closed 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
The Building, Fire Prevention, Shade Tree, and Zoning Departments are implementing a new software system. During the training, the office window will be closed as follows:
Tuesday, November 12 - closed 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
Thursday, November 14 - closed 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
Friday, November 22 - closed 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
To schedule an inspection, complete on online Inspection Appointment Request form.
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From Mayor Kahwaty
2024 Mayor's Volunteer Award
The Mayor and Council are accepting applications for the Franklin Lakes 2024 Mayor’s Volunteer Award. This annual Award recognizes worthy volunteers. Volunteerism is an integral part of the Borough's success, without which the Borough’s many emergency services, recreational and social programs would cease to exist. Volunteers have given tirelessly their time throughout the years to benefit the residents of Franklin Lakes.
The Borough’s volunteers have sat on various municipal boards, led Girl Scout and Boy Scout activities, coached our children, have helped out in emergencies, and have served on the Fire Department and Ambulance Corps. These are only a few of the many activities provided by the Borough’s volunteers.
Volunteers provide services and fill the needs of many that would otherwise not be met. Volunteers are owed the Borough’s gratitude and respect. The Franklin Lakes 2024 Mayor's Award can recognize those groups and individuals who have given so selflessly of their time and talent in service to others.
The nomination form is available in the Office of the Borough Administrator, 480 DeKorte Drive, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, or ask for a nomination form by email at ghart@franklinlakes.org. Nomination forms must be submitted by November 22, 2024.
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From Bergen County
2024 Free Round of Golf for Veterans and Active Duty Service Members
As a small token of appreciation for those who have served our nation in the armed services, County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, the Division of Veteran Services, and the County Parks Department will once again offer a free round of golf to all Bergen County veterans and active-duty service members at one of the County’s six golf courses from Monday, November 11th to Friday, November 15th.
This year, Bergen County veterans and active-duty military can make an “early-access” reservation by calling the County’s Division of Golf in advance at 201-336-7259 from Monday, October 28th through Friday, November 1st, during normal business hours (8:00 AM – 3:00 PM), allowing them to reserve a tee-time before registration opens to the public.
Details for Veterans & active-duty to book a free tee time.
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From Environmental Commission
Community Garden
The Community Garden held its closing on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Thank you to the volunteers from Franklin Lakes, students from Franklin Avenue Middle School, and the Interact Club of Ramapo High School came together to close the garden for the winter.
The Community Garden harvested approximately 450 pounds of vegetables over the season and the food was donated to food banks in Bergen County and to Cumac.
If you are interested in volunteering next year, email Lana Sherman King or Linda Altomare.
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From Board of Health
Temple University WET Trial
Please be aware that Temple University College of Public Health is now enrolling families with a child 3 years or younger who drink well water into a paid study. To learn more, visit www.wettrial.org or email wettrial@temple.edu. WET Trial study flyer.
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Make the World a Better Place
Support Our Food & Funds Drive for
Center for Food Action
Now through November 30, 2024
The employees of the Borough of Franklin Lakes are asking you to join us in helping our neighbors by making our 2024 Annual Food and Funds Drive a success. Now through November 30, we will be collecting donations to support the Center for Food Action.
CFA is a non-profit organization that improves the lives of low-income families and individuals from over 100 towns in Northern NJ. The mission of the Center for Food Action is to “prevent hunger and homelessness and improve the lives of individuals and families living in poverty”. CFA has been helping neighbors in need for 48 years.
Non-perishable unexpired food donations will be received at Borough Hall, 480 DeKorte Drive from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday until November 30. List of most needed items. Monetary donations may be made directly through the Center for Food Action. Make a Monetary Donation to the Center for Food Action.
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Leaf Compost Drop-off Facility
Now Open Weekends until December 8
The Leaf Compost Drop-off Facility located on DeKorte Drive across from the Police Station is now open on weekends. Weekend hours are the following - Saturday, (from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) and Sunday (from 9:00 AM to noon) to receive leaves from residents only. No professional landscapers will be allowed to use the facility. The drop-off facility is available Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. You will need to contact the DPW at 201-891-4333 to unlock the gate Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No professional landscapers are allowed to use this facility. Schedule of weekend hours.
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Recycle Right
Please Do Not Bag Recyclables
Did you know that if you put your recycling in plastic bags, your whole load will end up in the landfill? To ensure your valuable recyclables get turned into something new, always put commingled recyclables directly into your recycling bin.
To learn more about recycling, please visit franklinlakes.org/recycleright.
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Help Wanted
School Crossing Guards - Part-Time and Substitute - The Franklin Lakes Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for part-time and substitute School Crossing Guard positions. Duties involve controlling vehicular and pedestrian traffic, in conjunction with facilitating the movement of students to and from schools. Applicants for the substitute position would be relied upon to be available to report for crossing guard duty on short notice. The pay rate is $23.44 per hour, for generally two hours per day, as needed. Complete training will be provided by the Franklin Lakes Police Department. Complete an employment application online or pickup and drop-off an application at the police headquarters. Questions may be directed to Sergeant Knubel at 201-891-3131, ext 2012.
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Veterans Day Ceremony
Monday, November 11, 11:00 AM, Veterans Plaza
The Mayor and Council will honor veterans of all wars at a brief wreath-laying ceremony on Veterans Day (Monday, November 11) at 11:00 AM, at Veterans Plaza (corner of Pulis Ave. and Franklin Ave.).
Please join the Mayor and Council in honoring and paying tribute to our veterans.
Program can be found here.
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Schedule a Curbside Collection for Bulk Waste, and Metal/Appliance Recycling
Details on curbside collections that need to be scheduled, visit Metal/Large Appliance and Bulk Waste. Residents must schedule a collection by completing a request form for bulk waste and metal and large appliance pick-up no later than10:00 AM the day before the scheduled date of collection.
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Donate Bulk Waste Items
Before you place any bulk waste items out for curbside collection, consider donating any furniture you may have to either of these two organizations:
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Families for Families - They are a 501(c)(3) organization who collect and distribute gently used furniture to families in need and can pick up larger items from your home. You can find a list of items they need at www.families4families.com/what-we-need-accept. Please consider helping Families for Families by donating items in very good used condition that you are putting to the curb.
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Making It Home - they are a nonprofit program that delivers gently used furniture to low-income, formerly homeless, individuals and families in Bergen County. More information.
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Upcoming Community Events
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Franklin Lakes Lions Club Wine Tasting - Friday, November 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM at the ITC. For questions or reservations contact Courtney Zizzo at czizzo@indiantrailclub.com and/or Jack Vitenson at vitenson210@gmail.com. Flyer.
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Celebrating Dick Stanton - Saturday, November 23 at 5:00 PM - Franklin Lakes Public Library, please join us to view a Photography Exhibition featuring the works of Dick Stanton, Franklin Lakes artist. Flyer.
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The Old Stone Music and Coffee House – Friday, December 6, 2024 join us for a great performance by Amanda Leigh & John. They will be performing from 8-10 PM. Doors open at 7:30 PM. $10 cover charge, which includes entry and unlimited coffee, tea, a cold drink and some yummy baked goodies. BYOBOW is allowed. Bring a donation for the CUMAC food pantry, and you'll be entered in a drawing to get your cover charge back. Flyer.
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Blessed Bargains Thrift Shop at Franklin Lakes United Methodist Church - Blessed Bargains is a new thrift shop at the Franklin Lakes UMC. It is open every Thursday and Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM for both shopping and donating. More information on the flyer.
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Lorrimer Sanctuary - Youth programs, camps, and hike. Upcoming events at Lorrimer Sanctuary, Franklin Lakes.
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Franklin Lakes Library - Find out what's happening at the Franklin Lakes Library, view our weekly newsletter. A full list of programs and services is available at franklinlakeslibrary.org.
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Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce - Monthly Networking Meetings, 7:00 AM, second Friday of the month at the OEM Building.
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The Latest Buzz
"The Latest Buzz" will give updated status reports on those issues that seem to generate the most buzz throughout town, that may be under-reported in other news outlets. We will keep this information fresh and up-to-date, with the "Last Updated" date noted at the end of each article.
For more information on the following topics visit: www.franklinlakes.org/buzz.
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