Oakland Memorial Day Parade
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The Borough of Oakland hosted our Annual Memorial Day Parade on Sunday May 26th. Thank you to all of the organizations that marched in the parade to honor our veterans!
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Memorial Day Parade Ceremony at the Fire Department Monument
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Indian Hills High School Marching Band Color Guard
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Milkweed Planting Event at Great Oak Park
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The Borough of Oakland hosted a successful "Milkweed Planting Event" on Sunday May 19, 2019. The new milkweed plants will bring monarch butterflies to Great Oak Park!
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Butterfly Garden at Great Oak Park
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Great Oak Park Tree Planting
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team hosted the final phase of the Roots for Rivers Reforestation and Technical Assistance Grant. In 2 days, the team lead approximately 40 volunteers in planting and installing stakes and protective greenhouse tubes on 497 trees and underbrush. These tubes will help to speed the growth of the trees and deter birds and deer from grazing. It will also protect from strangle vines. The Sustainable Oakland Green Team and volunteers removed just over 160 root balls from invasive vines and thorn bushes at the planting site. The tubes will remain on trees and underbrush for 5 years or until the trees inside pop them off. This process was a total of 350 volunteer hours and we appreciate everyone who has helped through all phases of the project. If you see a fallen tube or one that has popped, please email greenteam@oakland-nj.org. For future events, please sign up for the Sustainable Oakland Green Team mailing list
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Green Team Chairman Carol Peterson, Vice Chair Ali Fleeson, and Green Team Member Nancy Krause
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Hundreds of Trees planted at Great Oak Park
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Trees planted along the stream in Great Oak Park
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Ed Potash Reflects on Three Generations of Family Service in Oakland
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Sitting in the conference room of a building that formerly was named Alexander Potash & Sons, where the walls are covered in awards and honors, Ed Potash reflected on his family’s generations-long love for Oakland and service to the borough.
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His parents, Alexander and Velma, moved to Oakland in 1926.
During the Depression years life was hard, but Alexander and Velma, parents of six children, based their lives in Oakland on hard work and faith.
In 1937, Ed incorporated his business and the Potash Family, including Ed’s maternal grandparents, moved to the
Van Allen House
, which stood alone surrounded by forest.
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Meet Oakland Police Dispatcher Kate Foster
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When Kate Foster, who was an emergency medical technician, set out in search of a steady paycheck in 1998, her father alerted her to a police dispatcher job opening in Oakland. Foster’s true dream was to pursue a career in athletic training.
“I wanted to be outside, I didn’t want to be at a desk and wear a uniform,” she said.
Fast-forward 21 years, and you’ll see Foster still diligently doing her dispatcher job at the Oakland Police Department.
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The borough police officers are not just workers, Foster said, “they’re my family.”
“I worry about these guys,” Foster said. “My job, at the end of the day, is to make sure everyone gets home safe.”
Foster, who is 42, is one of two women in the department, but she said the police officers treat her as an equal.
“I like the fact that they treat me like one of the guys,” she said. “I don’t want to be treated differently. We’ve got each other’s backs.”
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The borough has received a letter from the New Jersey Historical Preservation Office (SHPO) advising that we are able to dismantle the Vygeberg Office, or the Stream House, as we commonly know the structure.
They noted that the Vygeberg Office was constructed after the period of significance for the Van Allen House, and therefore dismantling the building will not encroach upon the New Jersey and National Register-listed Van Allen House.
SHPO acknowledged the damage to the building and our intention to construct a new building on the Van Allen House property for educational and exhibit purposes.
We were informed that SHPO received comments in opposition to the borough's application.
I encourage our residents to forward your concerns and suggestions. We want to hear from you.
Until next time, Linda
Linda H. Schwager, Mayor of Oakland
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Mayor and Council:
June 12, 2019 and June 26, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Planning Board:
June 13, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Adjustment:
June 11, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Health:
June 18, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Public Events:
June 3, 2019 and June 18, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Shade Tree:
June 3, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Green Team:
June 25, 2019 at 7:15 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Recreation Commission:
June 24, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. (Danny D’Elia Building)
Environmental Commission:
June 4, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Flood Commission:
June 10, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Communications Commission:
July 8, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
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Your Monthly Garbage & Recycling Cheat Sheet
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Yard Waste:
This service ends on Monday December 9, 2019 or Tuesday December 10, 2019. Yard waste collection is every Monday or Tuesday depending on your side of town. If Monday is your garbage pickup, Tuesday is your yard waste collection. If Friday is your garbage collection, Monday is your yard waste collection.
Electronics:
June 5 & 19
Paper:
June 5 & 19
Comingled:
June 12 & 26
Household Appliances/Metal:
June 6
Trash:
Mon & Thurs garbage collection on the South side of town. Tues & Fri garbage collection on the North side of town.
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Recycling Information
Oakland residents have year round garbage collection twice per week based on your side of town. In the case of a holiday, pickup is skipped until the next regularly scheduled garbage collection day. Monday and Thursday garbage collection on the South side (see Streets) Tuesday and Friday garbage collection on the North side
Both sides of town have a Recyclables collection every Wednesday. Paper/ Cardboard or Commingled (bottles, cans, containers) are collected on alternate weeks. Please check the enclosed dates for which material goes out on a particular day. Residents must properly separate recyclables into two separate containers for collection or they cannot be picked up and will be left at the curb.
Food and drink cartons can be recycled with commingled. Our hauler accepts clean food and beverage cartons. For best recycling results, do not flatten the cartons.
Aerosol cans are not permitted in recyclables. Place in regular garbage.
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Primary Election: Tuesday June 4, 2019
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Tuesday, June 4th – Polls open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
POLLING PLACES:
- Districts 1 & 2 Valley Middle School, 71 Oak Street
- Districts 3 & 4 Senior Citizens Center, 20 Lawlor Drive
- Districts 5 & 6 Heights School, 114 Seminole Avenue
- Districts 7 & 8 Manito School, 111 Manito Avenue
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The Borough of Oakland Town Carnival will take place from June 12th - June 15th at the Oakland Recreation Complex on Lawlor Drive.
Carnival Hours:
- Wednesday June 12th: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Thursday June 13th: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Friday June 14th: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
- Saturday June 15th: 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Fireworks are Friday June 14th at 9:45 p.m.!
Wristband Special (Unlimited Rides):
Wednesday & Thursday: $25.00
Friday & Saturday: $30.00
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2019 Fall Soccer Registration will begin
April 17th through June 10th
, after June 10th , there will be a $30 late fee and anyone who signs up after June 30th will automatically be placed on a waitlist. Registration is online.
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Please see the flyer below for details about Football Camp, this summer July 22nd-July 25th from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at Truman Field in Oakland. For kids entering Kindergarten in the Fall through kids entering 9th grade in the Fall.
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Oakland Recreation Girls Volleyball Camp is from July 8, 2019 - July 11, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. at Indian Hills High School Upper Gymnasium.
The instructors are Indian Hills Head High School Volleyball Coach Karen Klingner and IH Alumnae.
Camp is for girls entering 6th grade - 9th grade. The camp is limited to 30 campers!
Please fill out and return the application to the Borough of Oakland at One Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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2019 Oakland Braves Flag and Tackle Football Registration
Registration will be open until June 15, 2019. Any sign ups after June 15, 2019, until June 30, 2019, will be charged a $30.00 late fee.
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Oakland Recreation Cheerleading
Registration will be online beginning May 1st and will run through June 30th. After June 30th, there will be a $30 late fee.
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Oakland Recreation presents "Mountain Bike Program Summer 2019" for adults and children (10 person max class). Classes are held at Great Oak Park on the following dates:
- June 21 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- June 25 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- June 28 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- July 2 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- July 5 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
There is no equipment supplied at the class. Registration is $50.00.
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Communications Commission
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The Oakland Communications Commission is looking for volunteers to join the Oakland Television Committee and any interested residents wanting to serve as members on the Communications Commission. There are currently 2 Commissioner spots open! Those interested, are encouraged to attend the June 12th or June 26th Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. to receive a tour of the Control Room, and learn all about the OCC!
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Dog Park Fundraising Subcommittee
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The Dog Park Fundraising Subcommittee is looking for volunteers to join who are passionate and eager to jump in and help with the efforts to bring a dog park to town. Please email committee chairman Ryan Schwertfeger at
dogrun4oakland@yahoo.com
or visit our website
here
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First Responders Flash
Briefing
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NO KNOCK REGISTRY (New for 2019)
The Oakland Police Department is introducing a "No Knock Registry" for residents. This will prohibit solicitors, canvassers, and peddlers from entering your premises for the purpose of canvassing or soliciting. By completing the application, your address will be added to the registry. The Police Department will also provide you with a notice that you may display indicating the enlistment of your address on the No Knock Registry.
The registry will be maintained by the Oakland Police Department and will be provided to any licensee who is issued a permit to solicit door-to-door pursuant to Borough Ordinance 4-1. Please understand the list does not prohibit solicitation by non-profit, charitable, religious, or political organizations. See B.O. 4-1.13 for a full list of exempted organizations.
Addresses will remain on the Registry until notification to the Oakland Police Department that the owner or occupant wishes to be removed.
Applications are available on the Oakland Police Department and Borough of Oakland websites or available at those locations for in person pick up.
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The Oakland Police Department has announced that the 2019 Junior Police Academy will take place from July 19, 2019 to July 26, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Special Demonstrations From:
Bergen County K-9/SWAT/Bomb Sq.
State Police Aviation Unit
Applications will be made available on the Police Department website. Applications are to be dropped off by
June 2, 2019
. Any questions, contact Det. Piercy at mpiercy@oaklandpolice.us or (201) 405-7727.
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Project Medicine Drop is an initiative involving the installation of "prescription drug drop boxes" at participating New Jersey police departments.
The Oakland Police Department keeps the locked metal box inside our lobby with the “Project Medicine Drop” logo clearly visible and recognizable.
Project Medicine Drop allows the public to dispose of unused and expired prescription medications safely, securely, and anonymously. The opportunity is available seven days a week, 365 days a year.
If you are disposing of medication we ask that you follow this procedure:
- We do not accept loose medication and request it be placed in a Ziploc bag.
- Deposit the sealed Ziploc bag into our drop box
We CANNOT and DO NOT accept:
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Congrats to Frank Fiore on his retirement from the Oakland Police Department!
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Congrats to Patrolman Frank Fiore on his retirement from the Borough of Oakland Police Department. We wish him the best of luck and thank him for his service to Oakland!
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Oakland Fire Department
Become a Member!
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The Oakland Fire Department is always looking for additional volunteer firefighters to protect the lives and property of our neighbors in Oakland. Our department has been serving the residents of Oakland for over 100 years (1909). The Oakland Fire Department is all volunteer. We operate from two firehouses, Company 1 at the Yawpo Ave firehouse and Company.
To become a member of the Oakland Fire Department you must be at least 16 years old, be a US Citizen, be in good physical condition, be a legal resident of Oakland for a minimum of six months and have not been convicted of a felony. Once accepted, you will need to complete an 18 week Basic Firefighters course, Firefighter I, at the Bergen County Fire Academy in Mahwah.
For more information and a membership application, come to the Yawpo Ave firehouse any Monday night at 7:00 PM and ask to speak to one of the our Chiefs.
at the Hiawatha Blvd firehouse.
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The First Aid Squad is comprised of several dedicated volunteers who respond 24/7 to help their fellow neighbor when called upon. As with most volunteer organizations in the current climate, our manpower is limited as people’s lives are hectic and finding the time to volunteer is becoming increasingly difficult. If you are interested in giving back to your community please consider joining the Oakland First Aid Squad. Training is free and the skills you learn could save someone you love. Applications are available at our building located at 285 Ramapo Valley Rd or you can obtain one anytime at Oaklandfas.org.
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The Oakland First Aid Squad participated in Oakland’s annual Memorial Day Parade. We thank all the men and women who serve for and protect our country. Thank you for your service and dedication!
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OFAS Members Marching in the Parade!
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A Universe of Stories is the theme for the Oakland Public Library Summer Reading Program this year. Reading is a great way to expand your personal universe, get your mind off of the daily grind, and take a break from those screens. The Adult, Young Adult and Children’s Department have a slew of fun and educational activities planned for this summer, including robotics, comedy, concerts, movies, magic, science, story hours, and prizes galore for patrons who sign up. The NFOPL has generously funded vouchers to Storm King Art Center, along with the American Museum of Natural History.
Summer Reading for children allows them to confidence and personal growth through reading. The best part about summer reading is that it gives kids the opportunity to build up positive experiences in an environment where reading doesn’t feel like work.
Monday, June 17 kicks off the Adult Summer reading program with a presentation by Laura Jean Checki, a NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador. She will help us celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. All ages will benefit from this presentation!
Teens that would like to volunteer at the Library this summer need to have their applications in by June 24. You can pick up an application or find one on our web site.
Please drop by the library to pick up our Summer Reading Brochures that lists our of our Summer Events. To sign up for the OPL newsletter please visit our website at
www.oaklandnjlibrary.org.
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The Oakland Public Library now offers the Hoopla service for Oakland residents with a library card. Oakland patrons will receive 10 checkouts per month.
Please call us if you need assistance with Hoopla at 201-337-3742.
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Coffee & Coloring for Adults
1st & 3rd Friday of Every Month
Friday, June 7 & Friday, June 21
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
In the Maker's Space Downstairs
The library will provide the designs, paper, pencils, pens, crayons, and the coffee or tea!
No registration is required.
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Did you know that the Senior Center is open to Oakland Residents
55+
years? That means all of these programs are available to you:
Zumba
Tai Chi
Yoga
Art Classes
Trips
Clubs
Billiards
Card Games
Presentations
Parties/Events & More!
And for those of you who need a ride, we offer a weekly shopping bus to Oakland Shoprite every Tuesday!
For questions or comments call Arielle Preciado, Director for Senior Services at (201) 405-7731.
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Senior Center "Summer Kickoff Bash"
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The Oakland Senior Center "Summer Kickoff Bash" is Thursday June 20, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. at the Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.
Party starts with Line Dancing Lesson, teaching a bunch of favorites! The good times continue with a BBQ Lunch. Cost is $3.00 per person. Sign up in the Senior Center Office with Arielle Preciado.
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Oakland Senior Center
Walking Club
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The Oakland Senior Center will be hosting a "Walking Club" every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in May and June. Each week there will be a special guest walker from town. Please meet at the Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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Still Open Spots to Purchase a Business Sponsored Banner!
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The Borough of Oakland has announced a new "Banner Sponsorship Program" to beautify, enhance Downtown Oakland. An Oakland based business can purchase a street-pole banner which will feature their business logo on the bottom. The cost per banner is $150.00. The program is on a first come first serve basis. Banners are limited to 1 per business due to expected high turnout. The banners are hard vinyl and high durability. If purchased, the banner is good for 3 consecutive seasons. The banners will be displayed from late April - November of each year. There is no cost for renewal each year.
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Bergen County Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Collection
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Please see below the upcoming dates for the Bergen County Utilities Authority Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event.
The next event will take place on March 9, 2019 at the Bergen County Utilities Authority, Entrance of Empire Road in Moonachie. The event is from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Bergen County Utilities Authority Tire & Electronics Recycling
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Please see below the upcoming dates for the Bergen County Utilities Authority Tire & Electronics Recycling Collection Event.
The next event will take place on Saturday June 8, 2019 at the Bergen County Camp Gaw Mountain Reserve, 200 Campgaw Road, Mahwah, NJ. The event is from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Rain or Shine. Proof of residency in Bergen County is required. No business/commercial waste is accepted.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team "Recycle Beyond the Bag"
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The Borough of Oakland is collecting the following items at the Oakland Public Library, 2 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436. Look for the white "Plastic Bags" box just inside the Library entrance and help us recycle your clean, empty bags and earn a FREE community bench!
- Produce and Bread Bags
- Grocery Bags
- Cereal Box Liners
- Ice Bags
- Ziploc & other reclosable bags
- Case overlap
- Newspaper sleeves
- Dry cleaning bags
- Plastic shopping bags
- Bubble wrap
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Oakland in cooperation with Fair Lawn: Plastic Toy Collection
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The Borough of Oakland in cooperation with Fair Lawn is excited to announce a "Plastic Toy Collection".
In cooperation with Second Chance Toys, Fair Lawn Recycling Division is now accepting plastic toys at the Recycling Center for donation. Chance Toys will donate the toys to children in need.
The drop-off is open Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Saturday's from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., and Sunday's from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please see attendant or leave by the metal office at the center.
Requirements:
Toys must be clean!
Plastic ONLY.
Must be in working condition.
Include fully working batteries if required.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team presents "Don Torino" How to Plant a Butterfly Garden with Native Plants on June 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Oakland Public Library, 2 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436. Register using the link below.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team Crayon and Marker Recycling
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team is collecting used and broken crayons and markers for our recycling program.
We will be sending the Markers to Crayola Color Cycle program. Through this initiative, students across the continental United States and parts of Canada can collect and re-purpose used markers and reduce waste in our community.
We will be sending the crayons to The Crayon Initiative. This program collects unwanted crayons, melts them down and reproduces new crayons from the donations. These newly minted crayons
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are then distributed to art programs at Children's Hospitals across the United States; bringing art and smiles to the young patients in need.
Please bring any of your old and used crayons and markers to the locations listed on the attached flyer.
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Backyard Composter Bins are available for purchase at the Oakland Department of Public Works, 63 Oak Street, Oakland, NJ 07436 during normal business hours Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The composter is available at a discounted price to Oakland Residents at $60.00.
Questions, email recycle@oakland-nj.or (201) 337-8104.
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Bergen County offers a Free Lead Screening. Call for a free screening at (201) 634-2648.
Garfield Health Department
90 Elizabeth Street
Mondays from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hackensack Civic Center
215 State Street
5/14, 6/25, 7/16, 8/13, 9/17
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Bergen County Department of Health encourages residents to target mosquito breeding sites in and around your home.
Ways to prevent mosquito breeding sites by doing the following at least once a week:
1. Empty, clean, and turn over and/or dispose of containers that can hold water, such as tires, buckets, and flower pots, inside and outside of your home.
2. Clean drains and gutters of leaves and debris.
3. Keep swimming pools/ponds adequately treated with recommended products to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
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Bergen County is offering "Get Hip!" which assists homeowners who cannot afford much needed home improvements.
Email: gethip@bergen.co.nj.us
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Bergen County invites you to "Pride Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony" on Thursday June 13, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bergen County Administration Building, One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ.
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Bergen County is hosting their "23rd Annual Home Ownership Fair" on Saturday June 8, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Hasbrouck Heights Hilton Hotel. Admission is FREE.
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Bergen County is hosting "Unity in the Community Event" on Sunday June 30, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Overpeck County Park.
Help us fill a truck with groceries for community food banks! Bring your donations for others!
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Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Council Members
Council President - Robert Knapp
John Biale, Eric Kulmala, Lewis Levy, Pat Pignatelli, Russell Talamini
Chairman Ryan Schwertfeger
Vice Chairwoman Elizabeth Llorente
Jim Barry, Alex McVeigh
Patricia Carrera (Alt.), Salma Chiu (Alt. 2)
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(c) 2019 Oakland Communications Commission
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Borough of Oakland, New Jersey
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