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This is a resident handbook for the Borough of Franklin Lakes, providing a comprehensive guide to various services, departments, and community information. It includes details about the Mayor and Council, emergency services, public works, recreation, education, transportation, and senior services. The handbook also lists contact information for Borough offices and key personnel. The Resident Handbook was printed and distributed in 2025.

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--- Document: Resident Handbook Document ---
HANDY REFERENCE GUIDE FOR ALL
BOROUGH INFORMATION
www.franklinlakes.org 
BOROUGH OF FRANKLIN LAKES
RESIDENT HANDBOOK
Photo by Dick Stanton


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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
2025 Mayor and Council ............................................................. 3 
Mayors Wellness Campaign ........................................................ 4 
History of Franklin Lakes ............................................................ 5 
Meeting Schedule ....................................................................... .6 
Communications ......................................................................... .7 
Administration ............................................................................. 8 
Borough Clerk ............................................................................. 9 
Voter Registration ........................................................................ 9 
Dog and Cat Licensing ................................................................ 9 
Finance and Tax Collection ....................................................... 10 
Tax Assessor .............................................................................. 11 
Municipal Court ......................................................................... 11 
Code Enforcement Department ................................................. 12 
Planning Board .......................................................................... 13 
Zoning Board of Adjustment ..................................................... 13 
Property Maintenance ................................................................ 13 
Police Department ..................................................................... 14 
Ambulance Corps ...................................................................... 14 
Fire Department ......................................................................... 15 
Fire Prevention ........................................................................... 15 
Office of Emergency Management ............................................ 16 
REACH (REducing Addiction through Care and Help) ............ 18 
Board of Health .......................................................................... 19 
Environmental Commission ...................................................... 19 
Garbage and Recycling .............................................................. 20 
Department of Public Works ..................................................... 22 
Report an Issue .......................................................................... 22 
Shade Tree Commission ............................................................ 23 
Recreation and Parks Committee ............................................... 24 
Recreation and Parks Department .............................................. 24 
Parks, Fields, and Facilities ....................................................... 25 
Recreation Registration Schedule .............................................. 26 
G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve ........................................... 27 
Franklin Lakes Public Library ................................................... 28 
Education Facilities ................................................................... 29 
Houses of Worship .................................................................... 30 
Affordable Housing ................................................................... 30 
Transportation ............................................................................ 31 
Senior Services .......................................................................... 32 
Clubs and Organizations ............................................................ 33 
Franklin Lakes Community Center ............................................ 33 
Snow Removal ........................................................................... 34 
Crisis Services and Narcan ........................................................ 36 
Directory ..................................................................... Back Cover 


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2025 MAYOR AND COUNCIL
Mayor Charles J. X. Kahwaty
(201) 891-4000, Ext. 1203
Mayor@franklinlakes.org
Franklin Lakes operates under the Borough form of government, with six 
Councilpersons and one Mayor. The governing body is empowered to 
enact local ordinances, levy municipal taxes, and conduct the affairs of 
our community. 
The Mayor serves a four-year term and is responsible for carrying out 
certain executive functions within the Borough. The Mayor runs the 
Mayor and Council meetings but votes on issues only in the case of a tie. 
The six Councilpersons serve staggered three-year terms and are 
responsible for most legislative and executive functions. 
The Mayor and Council are chosen through partisan elections. Look for 
election information on the Borough Clerk’s webpage on the Borough’s 
website.
Mayor and Council meetings are open to the public. They are generally 
held at 7:30 PM at Borough Hall on the first (in the Conference Room on 
the first floor) and third (in the Council Chambers on the second floor) 
Tuesday of each month. At every meeting there is an opportunity for the 
public to speak on any issue, whether it is on the agenda or not. Meeting 
agendas, minutes, and other information are available on the Borough 
website.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with Mayor Kahwaty, 
please contact Deputy Borough Administrator, Lynette Sidoti, at (201) 
891-4000, ext. 1204.
Councilperson Joel Ansh 
JAnsh@franklinlakes.org
Councilperson Ardith Cardenas
ACardenas@franklinlakes.org
Councilperson Michele DeLuccia
MDeluccia@franklinlakes.org
Councilperson Gail A. Kelly
GKelly@franklinlakes.org
Councilperson Gary Sheppard
GSheppard@franklinlakes.org
Councilperson Constantine D. Skamas
CSkamas@franklinlakes.org


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MAYORS WELLNESS CAMPAIGN 
Mayors Wellness Campaign Coordinator 
Dina Robinson, Community Director  
DRobinson@franklinlakes.org 
The Franklin Lakes Mayors Wellness Campaign coordinates programs 
conducted throughout the year to promote healthy activities and 
well-being in our community. The goal of the Campaign is to increase 
opportunities for residents to participate in physical activity with a 
long-term goal of improving their health. Activities and events are 
designed for all age groups, from youth to seniors. The Mayors Wellness 
Campaign sponsors many wellness activities throughout the year.
To get involved, contact the Community Director, Dina Robinson, at 
DRobinson@franklinlakes.org. For more information, visit the Mayors 
Wellness Campaign webpage at www.franklinlakes.org/mwc. 
“The Mayors Wellness Campaign has been committed to 
improving the health and wellbeing of its residents through 
a variety of programs. Franklin Lakes takes a lot of pride 
in our “Franklin Lakes Living Healthy Campaign." 
Through this initiative, our Community has truly embraced 
health and wellness.”
- Dina Robinson, Community Director
Mൺඒඈඋඌ Wൾඅඅඇൾඌඌ Cൺආඉൺං඀ඇ Eඏൾඇඍඌ 
www.franklinlakes.org/mwc 
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Baskets 4 Hope 
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Blood Drives 
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Goals 4 Hope 
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Living Healthy Journey 
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Movies in the Park 
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Nature Wellness Walks 
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Paddle Days 
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Scenic Half Marathon & 5K 
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Snow Tubing Event 
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SUP (stand up paddle) Yoga 
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Triathlon 


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HISTORY OF FRANKLIN LAKES 
In the 17th century, Lenni Lenape Indians inhabited 
the land we now call Franklin Lakes. They made 
winter camp in the “Clove” near Buttermilk Falls (in 
the High Mountain Preserve near the Indian Trail 
Drive “circle”) and fished in Micharagrape Pond (now 
Franklin Lake). 
Slowly, the Dutch settlers made their way west from the Hudson River 
Valley. In 1772, Franklin Township was formed and included much of 
northwestern Bergen County. Farming was the major occupation of the 
early inhabitants, mostly Dutch with the names of Van Winkle, Van 
Houten, Ackerman, Pulisfelt, Van Blarcom, etc. They built solid 
farmhouses of sandstone and fieldstone. Fourteen of these historic homes 
still stand in our Borough. 
Mills sprang up along the creeks: sawmills, gristmills, tanneries and 
forges. The 1876 Walker Atlas showed that the area later known as 
Franklin Township had about 100 residences, five mills, one tannery, 
three schools, four blacksmith and wagon shops, one church, two hotels, 
one store, and two railroad depots. 
The railroad stations were built in 1869 when the New Jersey Midland 
Railroad was extended to Oakland. One station stood at Campgaw on 
Pulis Avenue, the other at Crystal Lake on High Mountain Road. 
Residents used the train for commuting, moving goods and mail. 
Around the turn of the century, estate houses and mansions began to 
appear in the area. The industrial revolution brought wealth and many of 
the wealthy became “gentleman farmers,” some living here only in the 
summer. Eventually the Campgaw section became the civic center of our 
Borough.  
In 1922, Franklin Lakes separated from Franklin Township, incorporated, 
and elected William V. Pulis as its first Mayor.  
Edward May built three lakes and started the Shadow Lake Swim Club, 
which evolved into Shadow Lakes Estates. On the other side of the 
Borough, J. Nevins McBride purchased land around Franklin Lake and 
began building single-family homes in Urban Farms. 
When Route 208 was extended to Oakland in 1959, Franklin Lakes 
became more accessible, and by 1980 there were more than 8,500 
residents. The completion of Interstate 287 in the early 1990’s stimulated 
another boom in building. The most recent Census (2020) reports that 
Franklin Lakes had a population of 11,079. 
Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ Hංඌඍඈඋඒ 
For more information visit www.franklinlakes.org/History. 


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MEETING SCHEDULE 
All meetings held at Borough Hall, 480 DeKorte Drive, unless otherwise 
noted.  Meeting schedules are subject to change.  Check the Borough 
website for updated schedules at www.franklinlakes.org/calendar. 
Mൺඒඈඋ ൺඇൽ Cඈඎඇർංඅ 
First and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM 
Bඈൺඋൽ ඈൿ Hൾൺඅඍඁ 
First Monday of January, March, May, June, 
September, November at 7:00 PM 
Eඇඏංඋඈඇආൾඇඍൺඅ Cඈආආංඌඌංඈඇ 
Dates at  www.franklinlakes.org/calendar at 7:00 PM 
Lංൻඋൺඋඒ Tඋඎඌඍൾൾඌ 
Third Monday of each month at 6:00 PM 
Local History Room at the Franklin Lakes Public Library 
REACH  
(REducing Addiction through Care and Help) 
9:30 AM in the Ambulance Corps Building  
Dates at  www.franklinlakes.org/calendar 
Pඅൺඇඇංඇ඀ Bඈൺඋൽ 
First and third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM 
Rൾർඋൾൺඍංඈඇ ൺඇൽ Pൺඋ඄ඌ Cඈආආංඍඍൾൾ 
Third Monday of each month at 6:30 PM 
Sඁൺൽൾ Tඋൾൾ Cඈආආංඌඌංඈඇ 
Last Tuesday of every other month at 7:00 PM 
Zඈඇංඇ඀ Bඈൺඋൽ ඈൿ Aൽඃඎඌඍආൾඇඍ 
First Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM 
Bඈඋඈඎ඀ඁ EBඅൺඌඍ 
 
Through the E-Mail Update service, you can receive periodic 
e-mails from the Borough with Borough news, emergency alerts,
information on special events and upcoming meetings.  Sign up to
receive e-mail updates and information on what’s happening in
the Borough at www.franklinlakes.org/eblast.


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COMMUNICATIONS
Borough Website - www.franklinlakes.org
The Borough’s communications program starts with its award-winning 
website. The website is the comprehensive source for all Borough 
information. Website content includes news and events, meeting agendas 
and minutes, Borough ordinances, help wanted notices (under “Jobs and 
Bids”), Borough calendar which includes Library events, forms and 
applications including service request forms, and online payment for 
taxes. All communications are coordinated “in-house.”
Other elements of the communications program include:
Nංඑඅൾ Rൾ඀ංඌඍඋൺඍංඈඇ
The Borough of Franklin Lakes utilizes a community alert 
notification service called Nixle, which alerts residents on 
localized 
emergency 
situations 
and 
relevant 
community 
advisories. Nixle is administered through the Franklin Lakes 
Police Department. Messages are delivered to residents instantly 
through text or email. This real-time communication is used for 
issues such as paving projects, road closings, storm information, 
emergency management alerts, garbage and recycling schedule 
changes, and public events.
There are two simple ways to register:
x Text 07417 or FLPD to 888777 from your mobile phone.
x Sign up at www.franklinlakes.org/nixle.
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Borough calendar
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Nixle (during emergencies)
x
Resident Handbook
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Weekly E-blast 
(e-mail update)
x
Facebook - /FranklinLakes
x
Instagram - franklinlakes.borough
x
X (Twitter) - @Franklin_Lakes
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Press releases


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ADMINISTRATION 
Borough Administrator 
Gregory C. Hart, QPA, CPM 
GHart@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1201 
 Deputy Borough Administrator 
Lynette Sidoti, RMC 
LSidoti@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1204 
Assistant to Borough Administrator 
Leonor Diehl 
LDiehl@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1206 
Under the direction of the Mayor and Council, the Borough 
Administrator supervises the day-to-day activities of the Borough 
departments and acts as chief administrative officer of the Borough. The 
Administrator is responsible for the proper and efficient administration of 
the business affairs of the Borough.  
The Administrator administers personnel regulations, works on the 
budget with the CFO, functions as purchasing agent, prepares bid 
documents, administers contracts, supervises public communications, 
handles citizen inquiries, and performs other administrative duties and 
special projects as requested by the Mayor and Council. 
Pඋඈඃൾർඍ Mൾൽංർංඇൾ Dඋඈඉ Bඈඑ Lඈർൺඍංඈඇ 
Franklin Lakes Police Department 
490 DeKorte Drive 
Franklin Lakes Police Department offers a secure drop box open 
24/7 to drop off unneeded and expired medications to keep them 
away from those at risk of abusing them. 
 
x
The drop boxes accept solid 
pharmaceuticals such as pills, capsules, 
patches, inhalers, and pet medications. 
x
Liquid products should remain in their 
original container with the cap tightly 
sealed to prevent leakage.   
x
Syringes and other sharp instruments  
are not accepted. 
For additional information, visit 
www.franklinlakes.org/dropbox.
Open 24/7 


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BOROUGH CLERK 
Borough Clerk 
Gail M. Rulli, RMC 
GRulli@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1202 
The Borough Clerk’s Office serves as a central point of contact for 
residents. The Borough Clerk serves as the secretary to the governing 
body, prepares the meeting agendas, records the minutes of Mayor and 
Council meetings, and processes resolutions and ordinances adopted by 
the Mayor and Council in accordance with State law. 
The Borough Clerk is the custodian of the municipal seal and maintains 
custody of all minute books, bonds, contracts, and archival records of the 
Borough.  The Borough Clerk is the liaison between the public and the 
governing body. 
The Borough Clerk is the Election Official for the Borough and provides 
voter registration applications, issues and receives nominating petitions 
for Borough elective offices, conducts local elections and certifies the 
results. 
Vඈඍൾඋ Rൾ඀ංඌඍඋൺඍංඈඇ  
www.franklinlakes.org/elections 
The last day to register to vote in the General Election is 21 days 
before the election. You must be 18 years old by the date of the 
next election and have resided in Franklin Lakes for at least 30 
days prior to the election. Mail-In Ballot applications may be 
obtained from the Borough Clerk or County Clerk no later than 
seven days prior to the election. 
Dඈ඀ ൺඇൽ Cൺඍ Lංർൾඇඌൾ Rൾඇൾඐൺඅ
All dogs and cats must be licensed.  Licensing is conducted during the 
month of March. Licenses must be renewed annually in accordance with 
local ordinances.  
Application requirements, fee schedule, and applications are available in 
the Borough Clerk’s office and online at www.franklinlakes.org/pets.   
If you have any questions, please contact the Borough Clerk at 
(201) 891-4000, Ext. 1200, or by email at GRulli@franklinlakes.org


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FINANCE AND TAX COLLECTION 
Chief Financial Officer 
William G. Pike, CMFO 
WPike@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1215 
Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM 
The Finance Office is responsible for all financial operations of the 
Borough. All services are performed in-house except for payroll 
processing. The Finance Office maintains books and records of all 
financial transactions, administers payroll, pays claims, and controls all 
expenditures to ensure that budget appropriations are not exceeded. The 
preparation of the annual budget originates within this department. 
The Tax Collector’s Office collects and processes tax payments. Tax bills 
are mailed twice per year. An Estimated bill is mailed by June 30th with 
payment due by August 1st. The Final/Preliminary tax bill is mailed by 
September 30th for the remaining quarters. The bill includes four 
quarterly payment coupons for payments due on August 1, November 1, 
February 1 and May 1. Please note the Borough has a 10 calendar day 
grace period for each tax quarter. If payment is received after the grace 
period, interest reverts back to the due date. Interest is charged at the rate 
of 8% on the first $1,500 and 18% for any amount above $1,500. 
Information available at www.franklinlakes.org/taxes. 
Tൺඑ Pൺඒආൾඇඍ Oඉඍංඈඇඌ 
x Pay taxes online with a credit card, debit 
card or e-check at 
www.franklinlakes.org/taxes. 
x Submit by mail. 
x Use online bill pay through your 
personal bank. 
x Setup automatic ACH withdrawal  
of quarterly payments with Tax Collector. 
x Pay in person by placing check in drop box at the  
front door or next to the Tax Collectors office. 
Quarterly Tax  
Due Dates: 
February 1 
May 1 
August 1 
November 1 
Tax Collector 
Meena Sivakumar, CTC 
MSivakumar@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1216 
Municipal Finance Associate 
Kelly Semrau 
KSemrau@franklinlakes.org  
Ext. 1214 


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Tax Assessor  
Edmund Brown, CTA  
EBrown@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1223 
Hours: Tuesday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM; Wednesday 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM 
Tax Assessor Clerk 
Leonor Diehl 
LDiehl@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1222 
Hours: visit www.franklinlakes.org/TaxAssessor 
The Tax Assessor is required annually to assess real property at full value 
as of October 1st of the pretax year. When assessing properties for 
taxation, the Tax Assessor acts as an agent of the State.        
TAX ASSESSOR 
MUNICIPAL COURT 
 
Judge 
Honorable Francis J. Leddy, Jr., J.M.C. 
Prosecutor 
Joseph P. DeMarco, Esq. 
Court Administrator 
Stacey Gambuti, CMCA 
SGambuti@franklinlakes.org 
Violations Clerk 
Beth DeVries 
BDeVries@franklinlakes.org 
(201) 891-5480
 
Court Sessions - Second and Fourth Wednesdays at 5:00 PM 
Mission Statement 
The Court is constitutionally entrusted with the fair and just resolution of 
disputes in order to preserve the rule of law and to protect the rights and 
liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and law of the United States, the 
State of New Jersey and the Borough of Franklin Lakes. While 
maintaining its integrity and independence its mission is to provide 
quality customer service, ensuring equal justice to all who come in 
contact with the Municipal Court.  


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CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT
CONSTRUCTION, PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, 
AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Code Enforcement Department issues permits to ensure that all 
Borough construction is done in accordance with the New Jersey State 
Uniform Building Code and local building and zoning codes. Building 
permits provide the means for Code Officials to protect the residents’ 
health, safety and welfare by reducing the potential hazards of unsafe            
construction. An application for a permit must be made before any     
construction or remodeling work begins. 
The Land Use Administrator is the Zoning Officer, Secretary to the 
Planning and Zoning Board, and enforces the provisions of the 
Borough’s zoning ordinances. Zoning permits must be obtained prior to 
any construction, erection, relocation, or alteration of any structure or 
prior to the filing of any application for site plan approval. 
For more information on building permits, the inspection sequence,  and 
other 
frequently 
asked 
questions, 
visit 
www.franklinlakes.org/
codeenforcement.
Quality of Life Inspector
Mark Thomas
MThomas@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 1226
Land Use Administrator
Diane Lilienthal
DLilienthal@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1220 
Tඈ Sർඁൾൽඎඅൾ ൺඇ Aඉඉඈංඇඍආൾඇඍ ඈඋ Iඇඌඉൾർඍංඈඇ 
Online at www.franklinlakes.org/codeenforcement
or call:  201-891-4000, Ext. 1500
Construction Official 
Garrett Goodman
GGoodman@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 1213
Subcode Officials
Building - Garrett Goodman
Electrical - Leo Belgiovine
Plumbing - Mike Daly
Fire - Brian Comitto
Administrative Assistant
Erica Davenport
EDavenport@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 1217
Technical Assistant
Jean Bibbo
JBibbo@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 1211
Construction Assistant
Silvana Massaro
SMassaro@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 1212


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Chairperson 
Joseph Pullaro 
Land Use Administrator 
Diane Lilienthal 
DLilienthal@franklinlakes.org  
Ext. 1220  
The Planning Board is responsible for reviewing and approving 
subdivisions, site plans, capital improvements, and various applications. 
The Planning Board also proposes and reviews Borough zoning 
ordinances and is responsible for the preparation of the Master Plan that 
guides development within the Borough. 
The Planning Board meets on the first and third Wednesday of each 
month at 7:30 PM. 
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 
Chairperson 
Robert Bavagnoli 
Land Use Administrator 
Diane Lilienthal 
DLilienthal@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1220 
The Zoning Board reviews applications for dimensional variances, and 
use variances, as well as, appeals from decisions of the Land Use 
Administrator, and requests for interpretation of the zoning ordinance. 
The Zoning Board meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM. 
PLANNING BOARD 
Pඋඈඉൾඋඍඒ Mൺංඇඍൾඇൺඇർൾ 
 
The Code Enforcement Office enforces the Borough’s property 
maintenance ordinances which require that property owners 
maintain their properties in accordance with certain standards. 
The Office also administers processes which have been 
established to eliminate unsightly nuisance properties, including 
vacant and abandoned properties. 
For questions or concerns call: 
201-891-4000, Ext. 1226


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480 Bender Court 
For an emergency, call 911 
For a non-emergency, call (201) 891-5151 
www.flvac.org 
POLICE DEPARTMENT 
The Police Department operates as the Borough’s public safety 
department. This department is committed to outstanding service and 
ensuring a safe place to live for Borough residents 24 hours a day, 7 days 
a week. For more information visit the Police Department webpage at 
www.franklinlakes.org/police.  
Detective  Bureau - detectivebureau@franklinlakes.org 
Traffic Bureau - trafficbureau@franklinlakes.org 
 
Social Media: 
Facebook: FranklinLakesPD 
Instagram: @franklinlakespd 
X (Twitter): @FranklinLakesPD 
490 DeKorte Drive 
For an emergency, call 911 
For a non-emergency, call (201) 891-3131 
Police Chief  
Mark McCombs 
MMcCombs@franklinlakes.org 
The Franklin Lakes Volunteer Ambulance Corps is comprised of a 
dedicated group of individuals. They unselfishly dedicate their time and 
energy to provide ambulance service and first aid care to residents of the 
Borough and other area municipalities without cost. The Ambulance 
Corps also provides standby coverage and first aid personnel in the event 
of fire, disaster, civil disorder, and for functions held within the Borough. 
Their mission is to provide timely, caring and professional emergency 
medical service to our community. 
To find out more information or to join the Franklin Lakes Volunteer 
Ambulance Corps, please visit their website at www.flvac.org.  
AMBULANCE CORPS 
 “Jඈංඇ ඈඎඋ Tൾൺආ" - Vඈඅඎඇඍൾൾඋඌ Nൾൾൽൾൽ! 
The Franklin Lakes Volunteer Ambulance Corps would love to have you come 
and join us!  Prospective volunteers must be at least 16 years old and must 
complete EMT training before joining the Corps. Emergency Medical 
Technician training is free.  
For more details, or to volunteer, leave a message on the voicemail 
at 201-891-5151 or visit www.flvac.org and click on "Join our Team." 


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The Franklin Lakes Volunteer Fire Department was founded in 1924 and 
continues to serve the community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The 
Fire Department is continually working to promote a “fire safe” Franklin 
Lakes. If you are interested in joining the Fire Department, contact Fire 
Chief Chuck Bohny at (201) 891-5736 or firechief@franklinlakes.org.  
Volunteer applications are available from the Borough Clerk. Must be at 
least 16 years of age. Information at www.franklinlakesfire.com. 
FIRE DEPARTMENT 
 
479 Bender Court 
For an emergency, call 911 
For a non-emergency, call (201) 891-5736 
www.franklinlakesfire.com 
FIRE PREVENTION 
Ext. 1218 
Hours by appointment. 
Fire Official 
Brian Comitto 
BComitto@franklinlakes.org 
Fire Prevention Secretary 
Nicole Priestner 
NPriestner@franklinlakes.org 
Fire Inspectors  
Don Christian DeVera 
Khaleel Thomas 
 Pඋඈඍൾർඍ Yඈඎඋඌൾඅൿ ൺඇൽ Yඈඎඋ Fൺආංඅඒ Tඈൽൺඒ! 
Did you know that if a fire starts in your home you may have as little as two 
minutes to escape? During a fire, early warning from a working smoke 
alarm plus a fire escape plan that has been practiced regularly can save lives. 
Protect yourself, your loved ones, and your family today by following these 
recommendations:  
x Change smoke and carbon monoxide alarm batteries biannually. Test 
monthly. Replace old or defective detectors. According to the U.S. Fire 
Administration, most devices have a lifespan of 8-10 years. Most alarms 
have the date of manufacture on the unit.  
x The National Fire Protection Association recommends the installation of a 
sealed 10-year battery smoke and carbon monoxide detector.  
x Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms, and 
outside sleeping areas. Sleep with your bedroom door closed.    
x Create a home escape plan and practice it with your family at least twice a 
year. Know at least two ways out of each room - especially bedrooms! 
Have a meeting place in case of a fire so that you'll know whether every-
one is out safely.  
x In case of an emergency in your home, get out, stay out, and call 911. 
x Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors save lives! Visit 
www.ready.gov/home-fires for more safety tips. 


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OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 
Emergency Management Coordinator 
Christopher Poppe 
OEM@franklinlakes.org 
Deputy Emergency Management Coordinators 
Joe Barcelo, Brian Brunsch, Denny Knubel, and Nelson Winokur 
745 Franklin Avenue 
(201) 891-2349
The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) takes an “all hazards” 
approach to emergency management. That means that we prepare for and 
respond to all incidents - natural, manmade, cyber, etc. We ultimately 
report through to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). 
The OEM is responsible for ensuring that the Borough of Franklin Lakes 
has a current Emergency Operations Plan in place and for coordinating 
with all Borough Emergency Services the necessary response to protect 
lives and property due to a disaster or emergency situation. OEM 
volunteers, including the Community Emergency Response Team 
(CERT), County Animal Response Team (CART) and OEM Auxiliary 
members are the first line of support when a disaster occurs. 
Register for Emergency Notification Systems 
The Emergency Notification System allows us to call and text registered 
phone numbers, and send e-mail messages. If you want to receive text 
messages, e-mail alerts, change or add home or cell numbers, you must 
register and enter your information. 
 
 
Nixle - www.franklinlakes.org/Nixle 
Borough e-blasts - www.franklinlakes.org/Eblast 
Be Prepared 
The better prepared our residents are to react to emergencies, the easier it 
will be for all Borough Emergency Services to manage emergency 
situations. Visit www.franklinlakes.org/OEM for important information 
on how to be prepared. 
Emergency Shelter and Comfort Stations  
Emergency Stations provide limited transitional services and can 
accommodate up to 200 residents. Services include WiFi internet, phone 
charging stations, water and a warm place to stay during daytime hours. 
If full service Emergency Shelters are activated by Bergen County, OEM 
will advise residents of their locations. The Borough will notify residents 
if an Emergency Station is operating. 
 
Comfort Station Locations in Franklin Lakes: 
Bender Court Firehouse - 479 Bender Court 
Franklin Lakes Ambulance Corps - 480 Bender Court 
Emergency Operation Center - 745 Franklin Avenue 


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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If an emergency is imminent or occurring, OEM’s ability to respond and 
protect our residents will greatly depend on volunteers augmenting 
existing emergency services capabilities. All residents should plan for 
disasters and educate themselves in basic  emergency preparedness.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
CERT training provides residents with basic training for 
disaster prevention, mitigation and recovery. CERT 
training prepares you to take care of your family, your 
neighbors, and then the community. If interested in becoming a CERT 
member, contact Nelson Winokur at nwinokur@franklinlakes.org for 
more information.
FCC Licensed Amateur Radio Communications
During an emergency, our ability to provide reliable 
communications is critical. As we have seen in past 
emergencies, failure of conventional communications services 
(phone, internet and cell) can be catastrophic. When all else fails, OEM 
relies on its FCC licensed radio operators to coordinate emergency 
operations. OEM holds training sessions and administers license testing. 
All residents passing the test are issued radio equipment and training. 
Residents 
interested in joining our radio team 
can contact 
OEM@franklinlakes.org or Brian Brunsch at KC2YON@yahoo.com for 
more information.
County Animal Response Team (CART)
A County Animal Response Team (CART) is a group of 
volunteers and other entities, such as government agencies and 
the private sector, with resources and personnel to respond to 
animal issues in disasters. Visit www.facebook.com/BergenCART for 
additional information.


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(REducing Addiction through Care and Help) 
Chairperson 
Detective Sergeant Frank O’Brien 
Addiction and Recovery Advisor 
Elaine Trotta Carmody 
Reach@franklinlakes.org 
(201) 466-1408
The members of REACH, formerly known as the Municipal Alliance, are 
appointed from a broad cross section of stakeholders in the community. 
Members include community volunteers, representatives from the gov-
erning body, and representatives from education, health, law enforce-
ment, civic and religious organizations. 
Our Mission 
To identify, plan and implement programs that address: 
(a) the dangers arising from alcohol and drug abuse, marijuana,
cigarettes/vaping and bullying; and (b) the stigma often associated with
mental health issues.
REACH holds educational events and meetings throughout the year. For 
additional information and resources, visit www.franklinlakes.org/reach. 
REACH
Aൽൽංർඍංඈඇ ๟ Rൾർඈඏൾඋඒ Aൽඏංඌඈඋ 
Elaine Trotta Carmody 
Reach@franklinlakes.org 
(201) 466-1408
Elaine Trotta Carmody will assist those in crisis or those who 
need guidance on substance abuse issues by referring them to 
appropriate services to address their needs. All communications 
will be strictly confidential. 
If you need help and don’t know where to turn, please reach out, 
day or night, to Elaine Trotta Carmody, at (201) 466-1408, or by 
e-mail at Reach@franklinlakes.org.


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Chairperson 
Rajan Melwani 
Registrar of Vital Statistics/Secretary to the Board of Health 
Nancy Yarish, CMR 
NYarish@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1209 
Sanitary Engineer 
Martin Spence 
MSpence@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 1210 
The Board of Health consists of five members of the community 
appointed by the Mayor and each serving a three-year term. The Board of 
Health is charged with the responsibility and authority of protecting and 
enhancing public health. The Board may adopt such rules and regulations 
as permitted by law which aid in the proper understanding and general 
enforcement of public health.   
BOARD OF HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION 
Chairperson 
Carole Holden 
The Environmental Commission is established for the protection, 
development or use of natural resources, including water resources, 
located within the territorial limits of the Borough. The mission of the 
Environmental Commission is to promote and enhance the environmental 
quality of the Borough through natural resource protection, conservation, 
development, and education.
The Environmental Commission meets on one Monday of each month at 
7:00 PM. For dates, see www.franklinlakes.org/calendar.
Sඎඌඍൺංඇൺൻඅൾ Jൾඋඌൾඒ 
The Borough of Franklin Lakes is Silver Level 
certified from  Sustainable Jersey, a nonprofit, 
nonpartisan organization that provides the tools and 
training to help New Jersey communities pursue 
sustainability programs.  
The Borough has accomplished a number of actions prescribed by the 
Sustainable Jersey statewide program. The Environmental Commission 
continues, along with the Borough Administration, to broaden the scope 
of the Borough’s actions to include all the actions that will make us 
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GARBAGE AND RECYCLING
Recycling Coordinator
Nancy Durkin
NDurkin@franklinlakes.org
Ext. 3010
The Borough seeks to promote the health and well-being of individuals in 
Franklin Lakes by efficient removal and disposal of all household waste.  
Through education and oversight programs the Borough works to motivate 
residents to increase the amount of material they recycle and decrease the 
levels of garbage they create. Successful implementation of these programs 
will maximize revenue from sale of recyclables and minimize the cost of 
solid waste tonnage fees while helping the environment.
A complete guide to all garbage and recycling issues is available on the 
Borough website and in the Borough’s Garbage & Recycling pamphlet 
which is distributed annually to all residents. Bergen County Utility 
Authority has programs for household hazardous waste, tires, electronics 
and shredding.
Curbside Collections
Bulk Waste
Commingled - Glass, Metal, Plastic
Metal and Appliance Recycling
Paper, Magazines and Cardboard
Christmas Tree Recycling
Yard Waste Recycling (no leaves)
Drop-Off Recycling
Books 
Commingled - glass, metal, plastic
Clothing and Textiles
Electronic Waste
Leaf Compost Recycling
Metal and Appliances
Paper, Magazines and Cardboard
Rechargeable Batteries
Rൾർඒർඅංඇ඀ Cൺඇඌ
The Borough offers recycling containers for sale at a 
discounted price of $40 per can. Payments are made at 
the Borough Clerk's office and the can is picked-up at 
DPW. Limit one can per resident. 
Call (201) 891-4000, Ext. 3700
Helpful Garbage and Recycling Links:
Garbage and Recycling Schedules: www.franklinlakes.org/grschedules
Bulk Waste: www.franklinlakes.org/bulkwaste
Commingled Recycling: www.franklinlakes.org/papercommingled
Metal and Appliance Recycling: www.franklinlakes.org/metal
Paper & Cardboard Recycling: www.franklinlakes.org/papercommingled
Leaf Compost: www.franklinlakes.org/leafcompost
Yard Waste Recycling: www.franklinlakes.org/yardwaste
Shred Day: www.franklinlakes.org/shred


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Kൾൾඉ Bൾൺඋඌ Aඐൺඒ ඐංඍඁ Gඈඈൽ Gൺඋൻൺ඀ൾ Hൺൻංඍඌ
If you live in areas where black bears have been sighted, secure your trash 
containers and place them curbside as close to pick-up time as 
possible (if feasible, on the morning garbage or recycling is scheduled for 
collection – but not later than 6:00 AM), and wash or spray trash 
containers with a disinfectant in order to eliminate food odors.
SAY “NO” TO PLASTIC BAGS IN RECYCLING
Do not bag recycling in plastic bags
or add plastic bags  to any recycling.
Check out the latest tool for keeping up to date with recycling schedules 
and information. Download the app onto your cell phone or tablet. Visit 
www.franklinlakes.org/RecycleCoach for details.
Schedule Bulk, Metal, and Appliance Collections Online 
Online collection requests need to be submitted 
by 10:00 AM the day before the pick up. 
Bulk Waste - www.franklinlakes.org/bulkwaste
Bulk Waste will be collected curbside on the first and third Thursday of 
every month, except on holidays. For a list of dates, items, and to schedule 
a collection visit www.franklinlakes.org/bulkwaste. 
Metal and Appliance - www.franklinlakes.org/metal
Metal and appliance items will be collected curbside on the first Friday of 
every month, except on holidays. For a list of dates, items, and to schedule 
a collection visit www.franklinlakes.org/metal. 
Before you schedule a bulk waste, metal or appliance curbside collection, 
consider donating to a local organization.
Bulk Waste Items
Residential wooden furniture
Mattresses
Carpets (rolled & tied)
Decorations, pictures and mirror
Ride-on toys (no batteries)
Metal and Appliance Items
Small and large appliances
Bicycles, metal swings, and poles
Heaters, water heaters, pool heaters
Lawn mowers, snow blowers
Metal furniture, shelving, cabinets


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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The duties of the Department of Public Works include: 
x
Roads - Maintain all municipal roads which includes snow 
plowing and salting, street sweeping, filling potholes and crack 
sealing. 
x
Drainage - Maintain stormwater drainage system.  The Borough 
has 2,500 storm drains that must be inspected, cleaned and       
repaired.  Help maintain Borough waterways. 
x
Parks - Maintain all Borough parks, playgrounds/athletic fields, 
grounds at all Borough-owned buildings and parking lots, and 
Borough rights of way. 
x
Fleet maintenance - Operate central repair garage and fuel depot, 
and maintain Borough vehicles. 
x
Recycling - Operate and maintain leaf compost facility, collect 
curbside metal and appliance recycling, and operate and maintain 
recycling drop off facility. 
x
Buildings - Maintenance and repair of all Borough buildings. 
x
Trash and recycling collection - Collect trash and recycling at all 
Borough parks and fields, and recycling at Borough buildings. 
x
Capital projects - Involved in countless capital projects. 
500 DeKorte Drive (behind Police Headquarters) 
(201) 891-4333
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM  
Superintendent 
Rich Lilienthal 
RLilienthal@franklinlakes.org  
Ext. 3000 
Rൾඉඈඋඍ ൺඇ Iඌඌඎൾ 
 
If you have a non-emergency 
issue or problem, submit your 
service request online at 
www.franklinlakes.org/report. 
Administrative Assistant 
Courtney Jackson 
CJackson@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 3001 
Administrative Assistant 
Nancy Durkin 
NDurkin@franklinlakes.org 
Ext. 3010 


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SHADE TREE COMMISSION 
Chairperson 
Michael Tulp 
Tree Specialist 
Evan Dilluvio 
EDilluvio@franklinlakes.org  
Ext. 1221 
Hours: By Appointment Only. 
The Shade Tree Commission oversees the preservation, maintenance, and 
enhancement of our shade trees, which include trees within the public 
right-of-way and trees in Borough parks. It is the goal of the Shade Tree 
Commission to preserve, protect and enhance the existing shade trees, 
canopy and forestry resources, through enforcement of the Borough’s 
shade tree ordinances, education for greater community awareness, 
through replanting, and tree maintenance projects. 
The Shade Tree Commission meets on  the last Tuesday of every other 
month at 7:00 PM. 
Contact the Tree Specialist BEFORE removing trees. Borough ordinance 
requires an application be completed and permit issued prior to the 
removal of any tree that is 7 inches in diameter or more (including dead 
or dying trees). 
Tඋൾൾ Cංඍඒ USA 
 
In 2024, Franklin Lakes celebrated its 16th consecutive year as a 
Tree City USA. The Tree City USA program is a national 
program that provides the framework for community forestry 
management for cities and towns across America. Participating 
communities have demonstrated a commitment to caring for and 
managing public trees.  
 
Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ  
Iආൺ඀ൾඌ ඈൿ Aආൾඋංർൺ  
 
The Franklin Lakes Images of America 
Book is on sale at the Recreation 
Department for $23.99. What better gift 
than the gift of Franklin Lakes History. 
Email drobinson@franklinlakes.org or call 
(201) 847-8200 to reserve your copy.


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RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT 
One Vichiconti Way 
Phone: (201) 847-8200 
Community Director
Dina Robinson
DRobinson@franklinlakes.org
(201) 891-4000, Ext. 5001
Sports Director
Kathy Furman
KFurman@franklinlakes.org
(201) 891-4000, Ext. 5000
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Recreation activities are developed to be safe, fun, and healthy for all 
children. The Recreation Department promotes the value and importance 
of sports and physical activities in the emotional, physical, social, and 
mental developments of our youth. Participation in sports and activities 
helps to develop important character traits and lifelong values. If the 
adults involved have proper training and information, the lives of our 
youth can be positively impacted by participation in sports and physical 
activities. 
The Recreation and Parks Department offers a wide variety of programs 
for all ages. Seasonal sports programs for grades K to 8 include baseball, 
softball, lacrosse, football, soccer, cheerleading, basketball and tennis. 
Summer Recreation Camp is run by the Wyckoff YMCA, July through 
August. Visit www.franklinlakes.org/rec for details.
Administrative Assistant
Ana Dominguez
ADominguez@franklinlakes.org
(201) 891-4000, Ext. 5002
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMITTEE  
One Chairperson and Six Members
The Recreation and Parks Committee advises the Community Director 
and Mayor and Council on matters relating to recreation and parks 
programs and facilities.
The Recreation and Parks Committee meets on the third Monday of each 
month at 6:30 PM.
Pride in Franklin Lakes is Picking Up! 
Anti-Littering Campaign 
Be responsible to your community,  
your neighbors,  the environment  
and yourself, by always picking up. 


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BOROUGH FIELDS, PARKS 
AND FACILITIES 
x
Firemen’s Field   
(owned by Fire Department) 
Franklin Avenue 
x
McBride Field 
Franklin Lake Road and 
High Mountain Road 
x
Municipal Field/Playground 
DeKorte Drive behind 
Borough Hall  
x
Pulis Avenue Recreation Field 
and Playground 
Vichiconti Way, off Pulis Ave 
x
Tommy John Field 
DeKorte Drive behind the 
Library 
x
Parsons Pond Baseball Field 
500 Parsons Pond Road 
Oඍඁൾඋ Aඋൾൺ Rൾർඋൾൺඍංඈඇ Fൺർංඅංඍංൾඌ 
x
Franklin Lakes Community Center, One Vichiconti Way 
www.franklinlakes.org/FLCC, (201) 904-2112 
x
Indian Trail Club - (201) 891-4480 
Private club used for swimming, sailing, fishing, and tennis. 
x
Lorrimer Sanctuary - (201) 891-2185 
790 Ewing Ave 
x
Saddle Ridge Riding Academy - (201) 847-9999 
Offers horseback riding lessons. 
Rൾർඋൾൺඍංඈඇ Fංൾඅൽඌ  
x
Bocce Ball 
McBride Field  
Franklin Lake Road and 
High Mountain Road 
x
Dog Park 
Old Mill Woodlands Dog Park 
Old Mill Road 
x
Tennis and Pickleball Courts 
Old Mill Woodlands Park  
Old Mill Road 
x
Alice and Bud’s Meadow 
Blue Hill Terrace 
x
G. Thomas Donch Nature
Preserve 
Nature Preserve Way 
x
Old Mill Woodlands Dog Park 
Old Mill Road 
x
Memorial Pond Park 
DeKorte Drive behind 
Borough Hall  
x
Parsons Pond Baseball Field 
500 Parsons Pond Road 
Pൺඋ඄ඌ 
Aർඍංඏංඍංൾඌ 


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RECREATION REGISTRATION SCHEDULE 
x
Baseball and Softball - Spring sport 
Grades K to 9 - register online February 1 - 28 
Travel - Tryouts held in October  
x
Lacrosse - Spring sport 
Grade 1st to 8th - register online October 1 - 30 
x
Football - Fall sport 
Grade K Clinic to 8th - register online April 1 - 30 
x
Cheerleading - Fall sport 
Grade 1st to 8th - register online April 1 - 30 
x
Cheer Camp Team - Summer sport 
Grade 1st to 8th - register online July 1 - 30 
x
Competition Cheer Team - Winter sport 
Tryouts in Fall. 
x
Soccer - Fall sport 
Grade K Clinic to 12th - register online April 1 - 30 
x
Basketball - Winter sport 
Grade K- 8th - register online October 1 - 30 
Adult - register in person October 1 - 30 
x
Travel Basketball - Fall/Winter 
Tryouts - October - register October 1 - 15 
x
Volleyball 
Adult Co-ed - register online October 1 - February 1
OLD MILL TENNIS COURTS AND PICKLEBALL
Old Mill Woodland Park 
Old Mill Road 
Court Hours: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM 
Court Season: Mid-March to October 31 
All tennis and pickleball players are required to register to play on the 
courts. Memberships are seasonal and end on October 31st.   
In person registration begins in February at the Recreation Department, 
1 Vichiconti Way, Franklin Lakes, Monday to Thursday between 
10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Past members should bring their card to be 
reactivated and renew membership.
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G. THOMAS DONCH NATURE PRESERVE 
Nature Preserve Way 
Enter from High Mountain Road, North Haledon 
The G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve is a 120 acre park. With its 
beautiful scenic views, it features hiking paths, including a handicapped 
accessible trail, a picnic grove in a stand of pine trees, boating,  fishing 
and  birdwatching. The Nature Preserve is maintained by the NY-NJ 
Trail Conference. Maps are available in the park kiosk and at 
www.franklinlakes.org/np. The entrance to the parking area is on High 
Mountain Road in North Haledon, south of the Franklin Lakes border. 
x
Open dawn to dusk 
x
Fishing with NJ State license 
x
Please do not leave trash  
behind (Carry In - Carry Out) 
x
No littering 
x
No swimming, no wading 
x
No ice skating or ice fishing 
x
No motorized vehicles 
x
No alcohol 
x
No fires 
x
Dogs must be kept on leash 
x
Pick up after your dog 
x
Boating shall only be permitted from April 1 through November 15. 
x
Only boats, canoes, kayaks, or similar watercraft that are typically 
transported on top or inside vehicles and have been transported to 
the Nature Preserve on top or inside a vehicle may be used. Boats 
transported by a trailer are prohibited. 
x
Motors of any sort are prohibited. 
x
Boats may only be launched from the designated boat launch, 
located adjacent to the parking area off of High Mountain Road. 
x
Children under the age of 16 are not permitted on boats without 
adult supervision. 
x
Personal flotation devices must be worn by the operator of the boat 
and all passengers.
Please do not leave trash behind - Carry In - Carry Out! 
Nൺඍඎඋൾ Pඋൾඌൾඋඏൾ Rඎඅൾඌ ൺඇൽ Rൾ඀ඎඅൺඍංඈඇඌ 
Bඈൺඍ Rൾඇඍൺඅඌ 
Ramsey Outdoor rents kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards at the 
G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve, weather permitting. For additional
information and fees, visit www.franklinlakes.org/boating, or contact
Ramsey Outdoor at (201) 327-8141.


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FRANKLIN LAKES PUBLIC LIBRARY 
470 DeKorte Drive 
(201) 891-2224
www.franklinlakeslibrary.org 
Library Director 
Elysse Fink 
Fink@franklinlakes.bccls.org 
The Franklin Lakes Library invites you to join our Library and explore 
our large collection of books, movies, music, and more. The Library also 
offers a variety of programs for all ages both in person and online. 
In addition to books and programs, Franklin Lakes cardholders have 
access to downloadable books and audiobooks as well as streaming 
movies and music. Our Library is continuously updated, we have 
Museum Passes which allow you to visit family attractions for free. We 
also offer computer access and free WiFi so you can work and study 
without distractions. Franklin Lakes cardholders also can use their 
Library card at 78 libraries belonging to the Bergen County 
Cooperative Library System. Materials may  be ordered online and will 
be delivered to the Franklin Lakes Library for pickup. Visit 
www.bccls.org to register for a Library card online. 
Stay up to date on Library programs and services by signing up for our 
eNewsletter and following us on Facebook and Instagram. Complete 
program information is available on our website and the Library 
calendar. Come in, relax, and enjoy the many things the Library has to 
offer. 
Lංൻඋൺඋඒ Bඈൺඋൽ ඈൿ Tඋඎඌඍൾൾඌ: 
Meetings are held on the fourth Monday during January and February 
and the third Monday the rest of the year in the Library’s Meeting Room. 
Meetings begin at 6:00 PM unless otherwise posted. 
Fඋංൾඇൽඌ ඈൿ ඍඁൾ Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ Lංൻඋൺඋඒ:  
The Friends is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to 
supporting the programs and services of the Library. To become a Friend, 
visit our website at www.franklinlakeslibrary.org/friends-of-the-franklin-
lakes-library. 
Lංൻඋൺඋඒ Hඈඎඋඌ
Mon - Thurs: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM 
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM 
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 


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EDUCATION FACILITIES 
Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ Bඈൺඋൽ ඈൿ Eൽඎർൺඍංඈඇ
Kindergarten to 8th Grade
490 Pulis Avenue
(201) 891-1856
district.franklinlakes.k12.nj.us
Schools:
x
Colonial Road School
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
(201) 337-0336
x
High Mountain Road School
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
(201) 891-4433
x
Woodside Avenue School
Kindergarten to 5th Grade
(201) 891-5600
x
Franklin Avenue Middle School
6th Grade to 8th Grade
(201) 891-0202
Rൺආൺඉඈ-Iඇൽංൺඇ Hංඅඅඌ Bඈൺඋൽ ඈൿ Eൽඎർൺඍංඈඇ
High School
97 Yawpo Avenue
Oakland, NJ 07436
(201) 416-8100
www.rih.org
Regional High Schools:
x
Ramapo High School
(201) 891-1500
x
Indian Hills High School
(201) 337-0100
Pൺඋඈർඁංൺඅ Sർඁඈඈඅ
Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Kindergarten to 8th Grade
(201) 891-4250
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HOUSES OF WORSHIP 
x
Barnert Memorial Temple 
747 Route 208 South 
(201) 848-1800
x
Chabad Jewish Center of Northwest Bergen County 
375 Pulis Avenue 
(201) 848-0449
x
Crossroads Church of Franklin Lakes 
649 Franklin Avenue 
(201) 891-3253
x
Ebenezer Netherlands Reformed Church 
875 Ewing Avenue 
(201) 891-3826 
x
Franklin Lakes United Methodist Church 
454 Pulis Avenue 
(201) 891-0022
x
Grace Community Church 
886 Franklin Avenue 
(201) 337-8088
x
High Mountain Presbyterian Church 
730 Franklin Lake Road 
(201) 891-0511
x
Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church 
782 Franklin Lake Road 
(201) 891-4200
x
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 
1 Church Lane, Oakland, NJ 
(201) 337-4909
x
Temple Emanuel of North Jersey 
558 High Mountain Road 
(201) 560-0200
Aൿൿඈඋൽൺൻඅൾ Hඈඎඌංඇ඀ 
 
For information on affordable housing visit 
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TRANSPORTATION 
Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ Cඈආආඎඍൾඋ Pൺඋ඄ංඇ඀ Lඈඍ 
Pൺඋඌඈඇඌ Pඈඇൽ Rඈൺൽ 
The main bus stop in Franklin Lakes is located on Parsons Pond Road. A 
parking permit is required for all vehicles parked in the lot Monday to 
Friday, from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Overnight parking is prohibited.  
The Borough Clerk’s office issues parking permits. Please visit the    
webpage, www.franklinlakes.org/parking, to apply for a parking permit. 
Franklin Lakes Commuter Parking permits must be renewed on an 
annual basis. Permits expire each year as of December 31. If you have 
any questions, contact the Borough Clerk’s office at (201) 891-4000, 
Ext. 1200. 
Bඎඌ Sൾඋඏංർൾ - available Monday to Friday only
x
Coach USA (800) 631-8405 
www.coachusa.com  
x
New Jersey Transit  (800) 772-2222 
www.njtransit.com 
Tඋൺංඇ Sൾඋඏංർൾ 
Nearby train service is available in Allendale, Fair Lawn, Hawthorne, 
Ho-Ho-Kus, Mahwah, Ramsey, Ridgewood and Waldwick. Contact New 
Jersey Transit at (800) 772-2222 or online at www.njtransit.com. 
 
Oඏൾඋඇං඀ඁඍ Pൺඋ඄ංඇ඀ Rඎඅൾඌ
 
Parking is prohibited on all Borough roadways and in Borough 
parking lots between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM. If a situation arises 
where a resident needs to park a vehicle on the roadway overnight 
(e.g., driveway repairs, overnight guests, etc), they must submit an 
overnight parking request form online by 1:30 AM. Failure to notify 
the Police Department will result in a $50 summons being issued. 
Complete overnight parking request form at 
www.franklinlakes.org/overnightparking. 


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SENIOR SERVICES 
 
Sൾඇංඈඋ Cංඍංඓൾඇඌ Cඅඎൻ 
The Franklin Lakes Seniors, Inc. 
PO Box 399, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417 
www.franklinlakes.org/seniors 
The Franklin Lakes Seniors, Inc., is an organization open to residents 62 
years of age or older. Seniors meet on the first and third Wednesdays of 
each month at 12:30 PM. Meetings are held at the Bender Court 
Firehouse/Senior Citizen Center. Residents wishing to join may do so by 
attending a meeting. 
Mൾൺඅඌ ඈඇ Wඁൾൾඅඌ Nඈඋඍඁ Jൾඋඌൾඒ 
Meals on Wheels North Jersey is a non-profit organization of volunteers. 
They have been providing meals delivered for the needs of housebound 
residents since 1972. Residents who are unable to shop or no longer can 
cook for themselves may request this service for a small monthly fee. 
Special dietary meals are developed by dietitians from Christian Health 
Care. Meals are delivered mid-day Monday through Friday, except on 
holidays. If you are a resident who needs this service, apply online at 
www.mealsonwheelsnorthjersey.org. For questions call 201-358-0050, or 
mail info@mealsonwheelsnorthjersey.org. 
Bൾඋ඀ൾඇ Cඈඎඇඍඒ Dංඏංඌංඈඇ ඈൿ Sൾඇංඈඋ Sൾඋඏංർൾඌ 
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack: (201) 336-7400 
A list of available services is located at https://www.co.bergen.nj.us/
division-of-senior-services. 
If you need help and you are: 
x
an adult 60 years of age or older 
x
an adult with a disability 18 years of age or older 
x
a family member or  a caregiver 
Call (201) 336-7400 or (877) 222-3737 or e-mail to an Aging Specialist 
at seniors@co.bergen.nj.us.    
Sൾඇංඈඋ Tඋൺඇඌඉඈඋඍൺඍංඈඇ 
A variety of transportation services are available to seniors and eligible 
residents over 18 with disabilities. The services range from no-charge 
bus and van routes, to services with nominal fees per trip, to taxis and 
Uber-type services. 
Residents are advised to thoroughly investigate each service to 
determine its suitability and reliability to best satisfy your specific 
requirements.
 
For information on local senior transportation options, visit: 
      
www.franklinlakes.org/seniortransportation\ 


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CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 
For additional information on all listed clubs and organizations, visit 
www.franklinlakes.org/clubs. 
x
Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts 
https://boyscoutstroop34.wixsite.com/bsat34 
x
Girl Scouts 
www.gsnnj.org 
x
Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary 
www.franklinlakes.org/vha 
x
Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce 
https://franklinlakeschamber.org/ 
x
Franklin Lakes Education Foundation 
www.flef.net 
x
Franklin Lakes Newcomers & Neighbors Club 
www.facebook.com/Franklin-Lakes-Newcomers-Neighbors-Club-
114648198591695/ 
x
Franklin Lakes Lions Club 
www.franklinlakeslions.org 
Email: franklinlakeslions@gmail.com 
x
Lorrimer Sanctuary 
https://njaudubon.org/centers/lorrimer-sanctuary/ 
The Franklin Lakes Community Center, located in the heart of Franklin 
Lakes, provides premiere fitness and wellness opportunities for adults, teens 
and pre-teens. Partner with our friendly, knowledgeable staff who encourage 
all members to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle and work towards 
obtaining each member’s fitness goals. Our “boutique-style” center offers a 
variety of membership options and welcomes you and your family to….
 
Experience the Y Difference! 
One Vichiconti Way 
(201) 904-2112
www.franklinlakes.org/FLCC


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SNOW REMOVAL
Aඎඍඈආඈൻංඅൾ Sൺൿൾඍඒ
State law prohibits drivers from operating a motor vehicle with accumu-
lated snow and/or ice on any part of the vehicle. This includes all areas 
including the roof, hood, trunk, windshield, and the tops of trailers. 
Police officers are authorized to issue a summons “when the officer feels 
the accumulation on the vehicle poses a danger to persons and/or 
property.” N.J.S.A. 39:4-77.1.
Sඇඈඐ Rൾආඈඏൺඅ/Dඎආඉංඇ඀
Roadways must remain clear of snow to provide safe travel for motorists. 
Snow deposited onto public roadways may refreeze and create a 
significant hazard. Large mounds along the sides of streets or near 
intersections can obstruct visibility and cause a safety hazard to motorists 
and pedestrians. Inform snow plowing firms that it is against Borough 
ordinance to move snow into (or across) any roadway, which will be 
enforced by police. Borough Code §425-2(D). Be courteous to neighbors 
as they do not wish to have your snow piled on their property which may 
result in property damage and/or flooding issues. 
Mൺඇൽൺඍඈඋඒ Rൾආඈඏൺඅ ඈൿ Sඇඈඐ ൺඋඈඎඇൽ Fංඋൾ Hඒൽඋൺඇඍඌ
Property owners or lessees are required to clear snow from around the 
fire hydrants on their property within a five foot radius. Borough Code 
§373-15.2. Fire hydrants are identified with a hydrant stake to mark  lo-
cation for first responders in the event of an emergency. If you are
unable to clear the snow due to physical limitations, ask your snow
removal contractor, friend or neighbors to help. If you cannot get
assistance or need a hydrant stake, e-mail firechief@franklinlakes.org or
call 201-891-5736.
Mൺඇൽൺඍඈඋඒ Sඇඈඐ Rൾආඈඏൺඅ Fඋඈආ Sංൽൾඐൺඅ඄
It is mandatory for snow to be removed from sidewalks abutting 
commercial and residential properties on main roads near schools within 
24 hours of a snowfall. Borough Code §373-15.1.
Mൺංඅൻඈඑൾඌ - Fඋඈආ Tඁൾ Pඈඌඍආൺඌඍൾඋ
The Postmaster reminds all residents that, after a snowstorm, they must 
remove snow in front of their mailbox to allow the mailman clear access 
to drive up to the mailbox and pull away in a vehicle. 
Mൺංඅൻඈඑ ๟ Lൺඇൽඌർൺඉංඇ඀ Dൺආൺ඀ൾ Dඎൾ Tඈ Sඇඈඐඉඅඈඐංඇ඀
The location of mailboxes must meet the guidelines of the United States 
Post Office.  If a mailbox which does not meet the guidelines is damaged 
due to salting/snowplowing, the homeowner will be responsible for 
repairs. The Borough shall not be responsible for any damage caused by 
the Borough or Borough contractors to lawns, landscaping, or any objects 
or property including, but not limited to, sprinklers, boulders, fences, 
planters and driveway piers, that are located within 10 feet of the edge of 
pavement or the curb. Borough Code §425-31 and 32.


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SERVICES 
x
Electric Service 
Rockland Electric 
(877) 434-4100
www.oru.com
x
Gas Service 
PSE&G  
(800) 436-7734
www.pseg.com
x
Newspapers 
The Record 
(201) 646-4236
www.northjersey.com
x
Post Office 
Franklin Lakes Post Office 
785 Franklin Avenue 
(201) 847-0697
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
www.usps.gov
x
Water Supply 
Veolia Water 
(800) 422-5987
https://mywater.veolia.us
Hඈඇඈඋൺඋඒ Sൾඋඏංർൾ Cൺඋൽඌ ൿඈඋ Mංඅංඍൺඋඒ Vൾඍൾඋൺඇඌ  
The Office of the Bergen County Clerk is issuing Honorary Service 
Cards to Bergen County Military Veterans. The card can be used at 
participating businesses and organizations which provide discounts to 
Veterans. In order to obtain a photo ID card, applicants must bring a 
copy of their DD214 to Room 120 at the Bergen County Clerk's 
Office. For additional information call (201) 336-7011 or visit 
www.bergencountyclerk.org/services/46. 


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NEW JERSEY CRISIS SERVICES 
Emergency  
Response 
9-1-1
Suicide &  
Crisis  
Lifeline 
 
9-8-8
Basic 
Needs  
 
2-1-1
Police - Fire - Ambulance 
Crime 
Medical Emergency 
Overdose 
Rescue 
Suicide attempt 
Mental health crisis 
Substance abuse crisis 
Suicidal thoughts 
Crisis stabilization 
Follow-up Services 
Referrals 
Lංඏൾ Sൺඏංඇ඀ Nൺඋർൺඇ (Nൺඅඈඑඈඇൾ) 
Aඏൺංඅൺൻඅൾ ංඇ Fඋൺඇ඄අංඇ Lൺ඄ൾඌ 
Narcan is a very easy nasal spray to administer and rapidly reverses the 
effects of an opioid overdose. If you suspect an opioid overdose, 
administer the first nasal spray dose of Narcan and dial 911.  
Box Locations: 
x
Ambulance Corps 
x
Bender Court Firehouse 
x
Borough Hall 
x
DPW 
x
Library 
x
Muni Field Snack Stand 
x
Police Department 
x
Recreation Building (Pulis Ave) 
x
Southside Firehouse 
x
Old Mill Tennis Courts 
Questions & Answers: 
Q:  Must I call 911 if I encounter someone in need of help?  
 
A:  YES, you must administer the first nasal spray dose of Narcan, then dial 
911. The effects of Narcan can wear off more quickly than the effects of
opioids, so it’s important to call for medical assistance.
Q:  If an overdose is suspected and Narcan is administered, will it hurt the 
person if he/she is not having an opioid overdose?  
 
A: No, if no opioids were involved, Narcan will not harm the person, it just 
won’t have any effect.  
Q: Is there liability if I administer Narcan? 
 
A:  No, we in NJ are protected by the Good Samaritan Law, which is  
designed to encourage individuals to seek medical assistance for drug 
overdoses without fear of legal repercussions.  




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DIRECTORY
Emergency ................................................................911
Police Department............................................201-891-3131
Fire Department................................................201-891-5736
Ambulance Corps.............................................201-891-5151
Addiction and Recovery Advisor ....................201-466-1408
Department of Public Works............................201-891-4333
Recreation & Parks ..........................................201-847-8200
Public Library ...................................................201-891-2224
BOROUGH OFFICES (201) 891-4000
Extension
Mayor
1203
Borough Administrator
1201
Deputy Borough Administrator
1204
Borough Clerk
1202
Deputy Clerk
1200
Chief Financial Officer
1215
Tax Collector
 1216
Accounts Payable
  1214
Tax Assessor
1223
Court Administrator
1205
Violations Clerk
1208
Fire Prevention Official
1218
Construction Official
1213
Technical Assistant to Construction Official
1211
Inspection - Schedule Appointment
1500
Planning and Zoning Board
1220
Quality of Life - Property Maintenance 
1226
Board of Health/Vital Statistics
1209
Recycling Coordinator
3010
Septic Services
1210
Tree Specialist
1221
BOROUGH HALL OFFICES
480 DeKorte Drive
Franklin Lakes, New Jersey 07417
Main Phone (201) 891-4000
Hours: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM*
Monday to Friday (excluding holidays)
*Check individual departments for hours of operation.
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