Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Leonia, Oakland, Oradell, Ridgefield Park, Ridgewood and Wyckoff Receive the Sustainable Jersey Creativity and Innovation Award
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Oakland, NJ – On November 19, 2019, Sustainable Jersey representatives presented the Bergen County Hub Styrofoam Team with the 2019 Creativity and Innovation Award. To receive the award for Oakland, the Sustainable Oakland Green Team Chair, Carol Peterson along with the other members of
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the Sustainable Bergen County Hub Styrofoam Team from Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Leonia, Oradell, Ridgefield Park, Ridgewood and Wyckoff at the Sustainable Jersey Luncheon at the League of Municipalities in Atlantic City, NJ to be recognized for their hard work on education, recycling and collection of styrofoam in Bergen County. This award recognizes municipalities for forward-thinking that supports a culture of creativity and innovation as it implements new approaches to solving problems.
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Borough of Oakland Achieves Sustainable Jersey Bronze Certification
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Oakland, NJ – We are so proud to announce that Borough of Oakland, NJ has once again achieved bronze-level Sustainable Jersey certification for 2019. We are one of only 212 communities in the state to be certified by Sustainable Jersey, and one of only 83 towns that attained
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certification during the 2019 submission. The Sustainable Oakland Green Team was honored at the Sustainable Jersey awards luncheon on Tuesday November 19, 2019 in in Atlantic City with the Committee Chair, Carol Peterson accepting the award. Certified towns are an outstanding group of municipalities that are making important contributions toward the long-term goal of a sustainable New Jersey and world.
To become Sustainable Jersey certified, the Sustainable Oakland Green Team submitted documentation to show it had completed a balance of the required sustainability actions, meeting a minimum of 150 action points. In addition to reaching 150 points, each certified community had to create a Green Team and select at least 2 out of 12 priority action options. The Sustainable Oakland Green Team was awarded 3 of the 12 priority actions by submitting documentation for 1) the natural resource inventory, 2) prescription drug safety and disposal, and 3) sustainable land use pledge.
To get involved with the Sustainable Oakland Green Team and sustainability initiatives, contact Carol Peterson at
greenteam@oakland-nj.org
. To participate in Sustainable Jersey free workshops and events held across the state, visit
www.SustainableJersey.com
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For this month’s message, I am writing about “people helping people,” and how lucky we are to reside in a community where neighbors look out for one another and fellow human beings try to help one another.
This past weekend, an Oakland resident contacted Bergen County Freeholder Zur, Franklin Lakes Councilman Charles Kahwaty and me concerning a homeless gentleman who had been found sleeping in the vicinity of the Franklin Lakes Library. As a resident of the neighboring town, she reached out to us because she was concerned for his well-being.
Without going into details, contact was made that evening with Julia Orlando, Director of the Bergen County Housing, Health and Human Services Center in Hackensack which serves as the Homeless Shelter for the County. Ms. Orlando made inquiries with the Franklin Lakes Police Department. The gentleman appears to have some mental health issues.
“Fast forward:” by Tuesday the Franklin Lakes Police Department arranged transport with Ms. Orlando for the gentleman to go to the Homeless Shelter. Hopefully the gentleman will stay there to be housed.
If you know someone in need or want more information about the Bergen County Shelter located at 120 South River Street, Hackensack, N.J. 07601, where you can visit, or call the Shelter at (201) 336-6475.
As always I value your comments and suggestions. My email address is
MayorSchwager@oakland-nj.org
. Call or visit me in my office at 201-337-5166. If I am not available when you call, leave a message and I will return your call. My door is always open for your visits.
Until next time,
Mayor Linda Schwager
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2020 Borough Calendar - OUT NOW!
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If you did not receive a copy of the Borough Calendar, extra copies are available in the Borough Clerk's Office. The PDF Version may be viewed on the Borough Website.
(Click here to view).
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Franklin Lakes Mayor's Wellness Campaign Annual Soccer Tournament to Honor
Oakland resident Antonio Iapicca
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Become a sponsor or register a team!
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Franklin Lakes Mayor Frank Bivona and Dina Robinson, Community Director are proud to present the 4th Annual Goals 4 Hope Soccer Tournament. This year's tournament is being held to raise money for Oakland resident Antonio Iapicca, a sophomore at Indian Hills High School and
longtime RYSA soccer player. On September 19, during a High School JV Soccer Game, Antonio was kneed in the abdomen with extreme force, which severed his pancreas. Antonio hopes to be back on the soccer field by next fall. Please support Antonio by registering a team, becoming a sponsor, a donor, or a volunteer.
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Mayor and Council:
February 12, 2020 and February 26, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Planning Board:
February 13, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Adjustment:
February 11, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. (Council Chambers)
Board of Health:
February 18, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Public Events:
February 10, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. (Oakland Senior Center)
Shade Tree:
February 3, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Green Team:
February 25, 2020 at 7:15 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Recreation Commission:
February 24, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. (Danny D Building, 24 Lawlor Drive)
Environmental Commission:
February 4, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. (Borough Hall Conference Room)
Flood Commission:
February 10, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.(Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive)
Communications Commission:
March 2, 2020 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:
February 5 & 19
Paper:
February 12 & 26
Commingled:
February 5 & 19
Household Appliances/Metal:
Feb. 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
Garbage and Recycling barrels must be placed at the curb prior to 5:00am on the day of your scheduled collection. Please note that it is unlawful to place garbage, recyclables, or yard waste at curbside earlier than 4:00pm prior to the day of collection. All empty barrels need to be removed from the curb before 9:00pm on collection day. Please retrieve your empty cans from curbside as soon as possible.
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.
Christmas Trees are collected during the month of January on a random basis. Please remove any lights, plastic bags, decorations, and tree stands before putting out to the curb for the DPW to collect.
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Oakland Recreation presents "Summer Basketball Camp" Mail registration form to Oakland Basketball, 28 Mohawk Avenue, Oakland, NJ 07436.
Click here for more details.
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Spring 2020 Signups for T-ball(Kindergarten Boys & Girls), Rec Baseball(Boys 1st-8th grade) and Rec Softball(Girls 1st-8th grade) will begin January 1st. Registration is online at
https://register.capturepoint.com
Please click on the flyers below for more details! Registration is open until February 28, 2020.
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Spring 2020 Signups for T-ball(Kindergarten Boys & Girls), Rec Baseball(Boys 1st-8th grade) and Rec Softball (Girls1st-8th grade) will begin January 1st. Registration is online at
https://register.capturepoint.com
Please click on the flyers below for more details!
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Oakland Recreation presents "Summer Softball Camp"
Click here for more information.
Mail registration form to Oakland Softball, 28 Mohawk Avenue, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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A new Oakland Lacrosse Program with Professional Coaches, for Pre-K* - 2nd grade boys and girls will be on Saturday's from 11am - 12pm, beginning April 4th at Truman Field in Oakland.
*Incoming September 2020 Kindergarten Class welcome to join
Please see the flyer attached below for more details.
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Communications Commission
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The Oakland Communications Commission has 1 vacancy for Commissioner. To those interested, please contact occ@oakland-nj.org for more information and to receive a tour of the TV Studio/Control Room.
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First Responders Flash
Briefing
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Message from the Oakland Police Department:
As a reminder to residents, according to Borough Ordinance 7-15 no one is permitted to park a vehicle on Borough streets between the hours of 2am and 6am without first being granted permission from the Oakland Police Department. If you would like an exemption due to a visitor, sealing your driveway or other justifiable hardship, contact the Police Department at (201)337-6171. An exception to this ordinance is made on Sundays and public holidays.
Also, according to Borough Ordinance 7-10, parking on Borough streets is prohibited during snow storms. This parking restriction is in effect until the storm has ended and the streets have been sufficiently cleared of snow. This ordinance is in place to allow DPW employees to properly plow the streets without interference and to ensure the roadway is clear of snow and ice well beyond the end of the storm. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.
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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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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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Oakland First Aid Squad celebrates 65 years!
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The Oakland First Aid Squad is in its 65th year of service providing emergency medical care to the residents of Oakland! We have been able to provide this crucial service with the men and women who chose to volunteer their time and skills to help someone in need. We are beginning our fall membership drive and urge YOU to consider becoming a member of this critical organization. Training is free and will last a lifetime. Below is a list of some topics you will learn:
- situational awareness
- airway management
- bleeding control
- CPR
- emergency wound care/splinting
- shock treatment
- stroke signs and treatments
- pediatric emergencies
- bio-terrorism awareness
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The Borough of Oakland is hosting a FREE Community 'Shredding Day' on Saturday May 2, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Borough Hall Parking Lot, One Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436. This event is rain or shine.
Accepted:
- Confidential Bills
- Receipts
- Tax Returns
- Medical Records
- Legal Documents
- Paper clips and staples are accepted
Not Accepted:
- Hard cover books
- magazines
- Newspaper
- Photos
- X-rays
- Non-confidential papers
- No binders or clips
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Borough of Oakland seeking sponsors for new "Welcome to Oakland" Signs
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The Borough of Oakland is purchasing and installing new 'Welcome to Oakland' Signs at all entry points of Oakland. The Borough is seeking business sponsors for these new welcome signs. An Oakland based business/organization can purchase a sponsor outright for $1,500.00. Each sign location is outlined in the attached application. Availability of the sponsorship and the sign location is on a first come first serve basis. Applications may be mailed or dropped off at the Borough Hall, One Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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The Oakland Library Beam Room is full of popular magazines and newspapers such as the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Barrons, Washington Examiner, Simple Living, Magnolia, Martha Stewart Living, Clean Eating, People, Smithsonian Magazine, and more! A quiet space complete with comfortable chairs, checkers, dominoes and WiFi access.
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Sunday, February 2, 2020 @4pm
Bahia to Bergen...Jazz Meets Samba
Come for an afternoon of excellent music at the Presbyterian Church of New Jersey
222 Ramapo Valley Road
Oakland NJ 07436
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The Oakland Public Library is hosting a free presentation on all of the different apps available to Library patrons. The presentation is on Thursday February 6, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at the Library. Register by phone at (201) 337-3742 or
online by clicking here.
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The Oakland Public Library is hosting "Coffee and Color" on the first and third Friday's of the month from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. The Library provides all materials.
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Lynda
is a leading online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Oakland Public Library cardholders
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now have access to the lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. With tutorials in five languages, lynda.com is a global platform for success.
Sign in with
your
OAKLAND library card and 4-digit pin at:
https://www.lynda.com/portal/sip?org=oakland.bccls.org
The link is also available on the Library's
website.
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CHESS on the Mezzanine at the Oakland Library
Expand Your Gaming Universe
Every Tuesday from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Players of all ages and skill levels are
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welcome. Beginner lessons are offered to anyone who is interested in learning how to play chess. Five sets and one clock will be available. Players are encouraged to bring their own equipment.
Feel free to bring other board games you enjoy to play. There will also be both XiangQi (Chinese chess) & WeiQi (Go) sets for those partial to chess variants or those curious.
This weekly program is free, registration is not 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!
Upcoming Senior Programs:
2/6 12:00pm: Protecting your Assets Presentation with Rhonda Benjamin-Eldercare Attorney
2/14 2:30-4:00pm: Valentine’s Day Bingo
2/20 12:00pm: Tips and Tricks for Decluttering your Home Presentation
2/21 11:00am: Senior Center Book Club- Pick up your copy of this month’s book from the Senior Center today
Rescheduled Tuesday 3/31
Trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA (Space is still available. Register in the Senior Center Office $12)
Please see the Senior Center Calendar (available online & at the Senior Center) for more information.
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Bergen County Clerk John Hogan is hosting "Senior Outreach Services" at the Oakland Senior Center on Thursday March 5, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. at the Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436. For more information, contact Arielle at the Senior Center.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team in partnership with the Sustainable Bergen HUB is hosting a "Styrofoam Collection Drive" on February 8, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Borough Hall Parking Lot, 1 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436. Packing peanuts and food containers ARE NOT accepted.
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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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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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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Sustainable Oakland Green Team is collecting your used, old, and broken crayons and markers! Please drop off at the Oakland Public Library, 2 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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Sustainable Oakland Green Team
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The Oakland Sustainable Jersey Green Team is always seeking new volunteers. To those that may be interested, or would like to learn more, please email "greenteam@oakland-nj.org" for more information.
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The Oakland Environmental Commission is looking to fill two vacancies. To those who may be interested, please submit a
citizen leadership form
to the Borough Clerk's Office, or contact the Environmental Commission at EC@Oakland-nj.org.
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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
7/16, 8/13, 9/17
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Earn $200 for the day as a Poll Worker for the upcoming 2020 Elections. If interested, contact the Bergen County Board of Elections at (201) 336-6230 or elections@co.bergen.nj.us.
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Upcoming special events at the Bergen County Zoo for 2020.
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Bergen County
The Bergen County Zoo has released the Family Fall & Spring Programs 2019-2020. Please fill out the form and send to the attention of the education department at the zoo if you wish to enroll your child(ren) in any of the programs.
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Mayor Linda H. Schwager
Council Members
Lew Levy - Council President
John Biale, Robert Knapp, Pat Pignatelli, Russell Talamini, Grant Van Eck
Chairman Ryan Schwertfeger
Vice Chairwoman Elizabeth Llorente
Jim Barry, Alex McVeigh, Andrea Levy
Patricia Carrera (Alt.), Salma Shamy (Alt. 2)
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(c) 2020 Oakland Communications Commission
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Borough of Oakland, New Jersey
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