BERGENFIELD, NJ -- The Borough of Bergenfield is continuing to make serious investments in the future of the community by doing additional infrastructure improvements this summer to roads and sewer systems. 

In order to help offset the costs of the road work, the Borough received $237,450 through an NJDOT Grant to pave Anderson Ave. and $88,521 through a Bergen County Community Development Block Grant to pave S. Railroad Ave. The Council additionally commits millions of dollars every year that goes directly towards these types of projects. 

“We are continuing to invest in the future of Bergenfield by making much needed infrastructure repairs throughout our community,” said Mayor Amatorio. “We are able to do this critical work without raising taxes on residents because the Council and I have maintained fiscal responsibility and have worked hard to get grant money from the county and the state. When we have a set schedule of when these roads will be paved, we will communicate with affected residents so they know beforehand.”

Though a schedule has not yet been determined for this road work, the following streets will be paved this summer:

Elder Ave., Barry Pl., Davis Dr., Highland Ave., Merritt Ave. from Third St. to the Cresskill border, Spring Ave., Beverly Pl. and Berwyn Pl.,  Anderson Ave. and South Railroad Ave.

“Over the last six years as Borough Administrator, we have made it a priority to take a proactive approach to infrastructure,” said Borough Administrator Corey Gallo. “Under Mayor Amatorio and the current Council, this approach has continued without needing to raise the tax burden of residents. We work with the county and state to get as much grant funding as possible, while also working with our private partners at PSE&G and Suez to get their work done.”

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ -- Bergen County will be offering mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccinations during the month of May in different parts of the county. If you attend one of these events, please remember to bring an ID, proof of Bergen County residency and an insurance card if applicable. To make an appointment, go to bergencovidvaccine.com or call 201-967-4070. 

BERGENFIELD, NJ -- Borough residents are invited to join members of the community and the Bergenfield Stigma-Free Committee for a mental health awareness event this Sunday at 11am at Veterans Memorial Park. All residents are welcome at the event and are encouraged to join. 

“Mental health is extremely important and especially after the isolation that we faced as a result of COVID, it is critical that we take it seriously,” said Mayor Amatorio. “We are focused on all aspects of health as we come out of the pandemic, including both our physical and mental health. Please join us for this event where we will have open conversations about such an important topic.”  

“As we come out of the COVID-19 health crisis it is critical that we deal with the mental health impacts that the last year has had on our community,” said Councilman and Liaison to the Stigma-Free Committee Tom Lodato. “Nobody in Bergenfield should feel alone in their battle with mental health and that is why we are holding this event on Sunday, so that we can have honest and open conversations about these issues.” 

Attendees can connect with other members of the community and will have an opportunity to win prizes. 

Time: May 13, 2021 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Time: May 13, 2021 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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BERGEN COUNTY, NJ -- Bergen County will be offering mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccinations during the month of May in different parts of the county. If you attend one of these events, please remember to bring an ID, proof of Bergen County residency and an insurance card if applicable. To make an appointment, go to bergencovidvaccine.com or call 201-967-4070. 

BERGENFIELD, NJ -- Thanks to donations made by Bergenfield's community partners which include Ridgewood Feed the Front Lines, the Health Barn Foundation and the Bergen County Food Task Force, the Borough was once again able to deliver meals to Bergenfield seniors. Councilmen Deauna and Marte delivered the meals on Wednesday as part of a weekly Borough tradition. 

This weekly delivery serves as a tremendous opportunity for members of the Council to speak with residents and get feedback about the job they are doing. 

The Planning Board meeting scheduled for Monday, May 17, 2021 has been cancelled.

BERGENFIELD, NJ -- Following the tragic death of Bergenfield resident Donny Morris, who was in Israel celebrating the jewish holiday Lag BaOmer, Bergenfield Mayor Arvin Amatorio has released the following statement:

“The entire Borough of Bergenfield mourns the loss of Donny Morris, who was sadly killed while celebrating Lag BaOmer in Israel. My heart breaks for the young man that lost his life on Friday as well as for the families of all of the victims. No parent should ever have to bury their child and I would like for the family of Donny to know that our community is behind them. At just 18 years old, Donny was just beginning his life and it is a tragedy that it was abruptly cut short.”

BERGENFIELD, NJ -- Residents and visitors will be welcomed to Bergenfield with a brand new sign located at the cross streets of S. Washington Ave. and Liberty Rd. Mayor Amatorio and members of the Borough Council unveiled the sign that was sponsored by the Bergenfield Domino Club on Saturday.  

“Bergenfield is a special place and it was time that all people were welcomed to our community with a beautiful new sign,” said Mayor Amatorio. “I am thankful to the Bergenfield Domino Club for sponsoring our new sign and I look forward to it welcoming people to the Borough for years to come.” 

Additionally, the Borough will place a spotlight beside the sign that will illuminate it at night.