Many organizations in the City and County also contribute to the safety, health, and quality of life of the City of Burlington's residents and visitors. Visit the highlighted link above to view list of these organizations websites, including Main Street Burlington, local and regional Chamber of Commerce, Burlington County, city and County Library, County Historical Society, and Lyceum Hall.
The Administration and City of Burlington continually strives to improve the security and quality of life of its residents as well as visitors. The following is a list of resources with answers to frequently asked questions designed help you find information quickly. You may also search other areas of this site, including the Department Directory and Departments pages, How Do I? tab, or call 609 386 0200 Monday to Friday. To view Calendars, Police/Emergency Service, Public Works, Recreation, Voting, Health/Lifestyle, and Events links, please use the link provided.
The City of Burlington New Jersey USA is the first and original township in Burlington County, predating the “original constablrys” by 11 years.
Native Americans of the Mantas (or Leaping Frog) tribe of the Lenni Lenape knew Burlington Island as Matinicunk and the mainland as Techichohocki, or "oldest planted land."
Early 1600s - There is some archaeological evidence supporting the local presence of a significant Swedish settlement by the early 1600s. Belgian Walloons fleeing persecution built the first recorded European settlement in New Jersey, ca. 1624, establishing an Island trading post to barter with the indigenous people. The Dutch then came upon the Island, exploiting its rich and varied wildlife. Their fort faced downriver, the better to defend both forks of the Delaware River from invasion. New Jersey’s first record of an African presence notes slaves of a Dutch colonial official. The first murder in recorded state history took place on the Island in the 1670s, when two Indians murdered two Dutchmen. As the Dutch withdrew from New World holdings, Swedes and Finns occupied the Island, until it was seized by the English in 1664. Fleeing oppression in England, the Quakers settled in Burlington over 325 years ago.
March 3, 1677 - Proprietors authorized the formation of the town in a seminal constitutional document which set forth principles and ideals of freedom and democracy found 100 years later in the United States Constitution. Among these innovations were civil and religious liberty; separate executive and legislative power; an elected Assembly; freedom of speech; no deprivation without due process of law. In their own stirring words, the Proprietors “...lay a foundation for after ages to understand their liberty as men and Christians, that they may not be brought into bondage but by their own consent, for we put the power in the people.”
📢 EMERGENCY COUNCIL MEETING 📢
The City of Burlington will be holding an emergency council meeting tonight, Wednesday, December 18th at 8:00 pm.
This Emergency Meeting is being held electronically only. Members of the public who wish to participate in the meeting may do so by calling in or joining at 8:00 pm. Individuals calling in or joining will be able to fully participate in the meeting, including providing public comment.
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What's the purpose of this town meeting? Or is it just to express general concerns?
Anyone with info on this meeting??
Check out Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts upcoming events!
Theatre Tots and Alice in Wonderland, Jr. - all details are on the flyers. Please contact Lyceum Hall at 609-239-0029 with any additional questions.
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Just a reminder that the memorial vigil to honor Bruce Morlack, our beloved crossing guard, is taking place today, December 15 at 4:00 PM at the Burlington City High School Soccer & Baseball Fields. Please park in the back lot of the high school, accessible via Second Street.
This peaceful gathering will feature glow sticks instead of candles to create a safe atmosphere. The Morlack family asks that we focus on honoring Bruce as a father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and to leave concerns aside for the evening. Let us come together as a community to show the Morlack family how much we loved Bruce and the lasting impact he had on us all.
For more information, email amackie@burlingtonnj.us
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📢 📢 ATTENTION SENIORS!!! 📢 📢
NEXT CLASS IS TOMORROW, FRIDAY, 12/13/24 - FROM 11am to 12PM
Get your dancing shoes on!!! 👞👠🥿
The City of Burlington Rec. Dept. will be hosting 🎼 Senior Line Dancing Classes 🎼 at the Daniel Keegan Recreation Center. Check out the flyer below for additonal details.
Any questions, please contact the Rec. Dept. at 609-386-4070 or via email dlove@burlingtonnj.us
We hope to see you all there!!
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📢 ONLINE COMMUNITY NEEDS SURVEY 📢
Burlington County is a recipient of funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD requires the County to develop a Consolidated Plan every five years to guide the programming of funds. In preparation of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, Burlington County encourages residents to participate in this survey to provide input on community needs and priorities.
Access the survey here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/NBRMZ73
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The City of Burlington School District will host a fun-filled Senior Citizen Dinner and Bingo Night!
🗓️: Tuesday, December 17th
⏰: 4:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m.
📍: BCHS Cafeteria
Enjoy a delicious dinner, great company, and exciting rounds of bingo. Prizes will be awarded to lucky winners!
RSVP to Nora Kitz at (609) 387-5801 or nkitz@burlington-nj.net.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic event!
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