BOROUGH OF TOTOWA
NJDEP Fire Ban on All Public Lands and Private Properties in All Municipalities Throughout the State
EXTREME FIRE RISK FOR UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
Together we can ensure a festive fall Holiday season - including Diwali and Halloween events – while safeguarding our communities.
- All outdoor fires are prohibited unless they are contained in an elevated stove using only propane, natural gas or electricity. This includes bon fires and residential fire pits.
- No wood or charcoal fires are allowed, and the use of kerosene or gas torches of any kind is prohibited while this level of restriction is in place.
- No firework celebrations are allowed.
- The fire ban is in place on all public lands and private properties in all municipalities throughout the state.
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Most wildfires can be avoided by adhering to these commonsense safety tips:
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Don’t discard cigarettes, matches or smoking materials on the ground.
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Use indoor wood stoves and fireplaces carefully, both can emit embers that spark fires. Fully douse ashes with water before disposal.
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Be mindful where you park or drive your vehicle. Hot exhaust systems can ignite dry vegetation if parked or driven over it.
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Be careful when cutting your grass or using other yard tools. Power tools like lawnmowers and chainsaws can throw off sparks that ignite dry grass or leaves.
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Keep matches and lighters away from children.
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For more information about how to protect your community from wildfire visit njwildfire.org
Thanksgiving Thank You Notes for Veterans
The Office of Congresswoman Sherrill is excited to announce the launching of their Thanksgiving Thank You note program and encouraging everyone in NJ-11, especially students, to take part.
They are encouraging residents to mail or drop off Thank You cards for military veterans at their District Office in Livingston now through Monday, November 18, 2024. Cards submitted in envelopes should not be sealed or closed unless mailed to the district office. The cards will be distributed to veterans throughout the 11th Congressional District right before Thanksgiving.
Residents can mail cards to their office or drop them off at 357 S. Livingston Avenue, Suite 201, Livingston (M - F, 9:00am – 5:00pm). Full details can be found in our press release. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
6th Annual Turkey Trot - November 24, 2024
Mayor and Council along with the Totowa Board of Recreation present Totowa's 6th Annual Turkey Trot on Sunday, November of 24, 2024. Please see flyer below for registration information or visit https://runsignup.com/totowa5KChallenge ​
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Christmas Tree Lighting - December 6, 2024
Mayor and Council along with the Totowa Board of Recreation present Totowa's Annual Tree Lighting on December 6, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
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Caroling Around the Borough - Dec.18, 2024
Trolley pickup at 6pm, 7pm & 8pm on Peterson Road. Trolley seats are limited to 28 people. Please see flyer below for registration information or visit parksrec.egov.com/totowa
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Totowa Fire Department Fund Drive
The Fire Department holds it's annual Fund Drive during the month of October, but if you would like to donate to the Fire Department, see attached letter, which includes QR codes for easy donating via Venmo and PayPal. The letter also has information if you are interested in joining our volunteer fire department.
Thank you for your continued support! ​
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Notice of Availability and Public Hearing on the
Comprehensive Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
for Program Year 2023
Passaic County, New Jersey
In accordance with Title I of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, P.L. 101-625, and the regulations at 24 CFR Part 91.250, Passaic County, New Jersey has prepared its Program Year 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for its Community Development Block Grant Program. This report contains information including: 1) Summary of the resources and accomplishments, 2) Status of actions taken during the year to implement the goals outlined in the Consolidated Plan, and 3) evaluation of the progress made during the year in addressing identified priority needs and objectives.
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Passaic County will hold a public hearing on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 12 noon. The hearing will be held virtually at the following:
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Meeting ID: 227 253 376 916 ; Passcode: VUpiTy
Dial in by phone: +1 872-242-8063,,355844449# US ; Phone conference ID: 355 844 449#
The public hearing will also be held simultaneously in-person at Passaic County, Division of Economic Development, 401 Grand Street, Paterson, NJ 07505, Room 417 at 12 noon.
The purpose of the hearing is to solicit citizen comments on the CAPER for FY 2023. The FY 2023 CAPER conforms with the goals and objectives outlined in the 5-Year Consolidated Plan for the use of CDBG funds from FY 2023 through FY 2027.
Copies of the 2023 CAPER for Passaic County are available for inspection from November 8, 2024 through November 25, 2023 during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at:
PASSAIC COUNTY PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
401 Grand Street, Paterson, NJ 07505, Room 417
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MUNICIPAL CLERK’S OFFICE OF THE FOLLOWING MUNICIPALITIES:
BLOOMINGDALE, HALEDON, HAWTHORNE, LITTLE FALLS, NORTH HALEDON,
POMPTON LAKES, PROSPECT PARK, RINGWOOD, TOTOWA, WANAQUE,
WEST MILFORD, WOODLAND PARK
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http://www.passaiccountynj.org
Written comments on the 2023 CAPER will be considered until 4:00 p.m. November 25, 2024. Written comments should be addressed to Deborah Hoffman at the Passaic County Division of Economic Development, at the address above or deborahh@passaiccountynj.org Passaic County intends to submit the 2023 CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on or before November 29, 2024.
Persons requiring this information in an alternative format or other language should contact the Department. La información será proporcionada en español a petición.
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Publication Date: November 8, 2024
Motor Vehicle on Wheels -
The Totowa Library is excited to announce they will have another Motor Vehicle on Wheels Event for Driver Licenses, Registrations, Placards and more. Appointments are required. New dates coming soon. ​
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Passaic County Recycling Events
Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Computer and Electronics Recycling Events
Document Shredding and Recycling Collection Program
Used Bicycle and Sewing Machine Collection Event
Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale and Education Program
Medical Sharps Collection
Fluorescent/LED Bulb Collection
Scrap Metal/Tanks/Cylinders Recycling Collections
Clothing/Textiles Recycling Collection
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The Totowa Police Department has issued a warning concerning an important traffic issue:
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There have been several car crashes that involve vehicles that have been parked contrary to traffic and then have pulled out into oncoming traffic. It is a violation of N.J.S. 39:4-135 to park in this manner.
It is required to park on the right side of the roadway and in the direction of traffic.
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The fine for this violation is $55.
Fire Department Notice
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Interested in serving your community? We are ALWAYS looking for new volunteers to join our department and help us to keep our community safe. Training is free! Call 973-956-8644 or stop by any firehouse for more information.
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Fire Department Notice
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Always be sure to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors! Not sure if your detector needs to be replaced? Give our department a call and we can assist you in determining whether your detector should be replaced. If either detector sounds, call 911 right away!