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Commissioner Theresa Ferraro

The Department of Public Safety is responsible for police protection. The Department is also responsible for the overall planning and coordination of programs related to the protection of the public, including, but no limited to, various educational programs and administration of grants relating to law enforcement.

Services

Provide for the saftey of the residents of North Bergen.
E.M.S. Services
Crossing Guards for school-aged children
Provide Handcapped Parking Spaces (if approved by Handicapped Parking Board)
Providing Fire Protection for the Township

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q:
Do we have any applications for Police Officers?

A:
Call back at the end of the year or check the state's website for further information.
Q:
Do we have any positions open for crossing guards?

A:
Come in and fill out an application.
Q:
How do I apply for a handicapped parking space?

A:
All information is referred to Jordi Diaz, Board Clerk.
Q:
Is this the department where we call for street or sidewalk related repairs?

A:
Street or sidewalk repairs should be done by the Department of Public Works (DPW), their phone number is 201.392.2161.

The North Bergen Police have announced that their new website, www.northbergenpolice.com, is now available. This new site provides residents with important information, such as licensing requirements for bartending, taxi, and firearms, information on the Neighborhood Watch Program, safety tips such as how to spot scam artists, and how to be a Crime Stopper. There is also a gallery of Missing Persons from North Bergen and Most Wanted that are local offenders.

The number one priority of the North Bergen Police Department is to build community partnerships that reduce crime and improve the safety and stability of our neighborhoods. Utilizing a philosophy of community policing and a commitment to providing excellence in service, our police department is eager to accept the challenges facing law enforcement in the 21st century.

It is with the full support of Mayor Nicholas J. Sacco, Public Safety Commissioner Theresa V. Ferraro, and the entire Board of Commissioners that the North Bergen Police Department is able to help ensure that the Township of North Bergen is a great place to live, work and shop.

The North Bergen Police Chief appreciates your interest in the North Bergen Police Department and encourages you to visit the website on a regular basis.

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