BOROUGH OF TOTOWA
PHISHING SCAM ALERT
The New Jersey Judiciary is aware of a recent phishing scam impersonating the New Jersent Courts about enforcement penalties. Fraudulent text messages claim residents owe traffic fines and threaten suspension of driving privileges, increased toll charges and damage to credit scores if payment is made.
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The New Jersey Judiciary never initates unsolicited texts or emails threatening enforcement actions. Parties can make payments by accessing NJMCdirect via njcourts.gov.
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Remain vigilant when receiving unsolicited communications, especially those asking you to click links or share personal information.
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING
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Be advised that the Department of Public Works will be starting their annual flushing of fire hydrants. The flushing will occur between the hours of 9am - 3pm daily. The flushing is expected to last for a few weeks.
During this time, you may experience low pressure or discolored water. If this colored water does appears, please run your cold water only until the water is clear.​
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Thank you for your patience during this period of routine maintenance.
* CONSTRUCTION ALERT FOR RIVERVIEW DRIVE *
(between Cedar Court and Norwood Terrace)
Be advised that work is scheduled to start on 5/27/2025 and is anticipated to take three to four weeks to complete (WEATHER PERMITTING)
Riverview Drive will be closed to through traffic between Cedar Court and Norwood Terrace. A detour will be maintained for the duration of the project. Please pay attention to all signage and temporary traffic patterns. Expect delays. Please plan accordingly. All travelers in this area must remain alert to construction equipment and watch carefully for the safety of construction workers.​
2025 POOL/CAMP REGISTRATION
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The Board of Recreation will be holding Camp and Pool Registrations on June 5th and June 12th from 7-8 pm at the Library. For more information, see below registrations or contact the Mark Monteyne at mmonteyne@totowanj.org.
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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES ​
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The Board of Recreation has announced their 2025 Summer Concert Series. The concerts will be held on the Municipal Complex's front lawn (bring a chair) every Wednesday night at 7:00 pm
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST - JUNE 8, 2025
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The Volunteer Fire Co. #1 will be having their annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at the Mitchell Ave Fire House from 8am - 12pm.
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See flyer for more information ​​
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6TH ANNUAL TOTOWA DAY - JUNE 14, 2025
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This years Totowa day will be held on June 14, 2025 at the Totowa PAL located at 150 Chamberlain Avenue. For Vendor information, please contact Mark Monteyne at mmonteyne@totowanj.org.
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Keep checking our flyer for updates on this great family day. ​​
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2025 Passaic County Recycling Events
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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
Scrap Metal/Tanks/Cylinders Recycling Collections
Clothing/Textiles Recycling Collection
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NIGHT COURT AT THE TOTOWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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The Passaic County Surrogate Court will process estate business such as wills, trusts, and administrations at the Totowa Public Library every 3rd Thursday of the Month between the hours of 5pm - 7pm. Appointments must be made and you must pre-file information about the estate at the following:
https://www.passaiccountynj.org/government/passaic-county-surrogate/appointments/totowa-night-court.
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HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
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Does your home need repairs? Apply to Totowa's Home Improvement Program. If you live in Totowa and your gross annual income qualifies, you can receive up to $20,000 to use on house repairs. For more information please click here.
Contractors interested in this Home Improvement Program, please click here for more information.
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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! ​
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS - SNOW ON THE STREETS
As a reminder - there is NO PARKING on snow covered streets. The Borough offers several options to park during this time. Please help keep our streets safe and park your vehicle(s) at these designated areas.
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Another reminder - residents are NOT ALLOWED to throw snow into the street. View Snow Letter with more information
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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!