East Rutherford DPW

09/03/2026

We wish to inform you that on September 11th at 5 p.m. Sharp, The Borough will hold a brief ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The ceremony will take place at the 9/11 Park, located at the corner of Railroad Avenue and Dennis Taormina Way. We invite all residents and staff to join us in remembrance and reflection.
Opening Prayer
National Anthem
Mayor’s Speech
Placement of Wreath

08/27/2026

06/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined East Rutherford in celebrating America's 250th Anniversary! 🇺🇸

Photos from the event are now available. Click the link below to view your favorite memories from the day.

📸 https://photos.app.goo.gl/shgfvsaeoj1hwdkm8

We appreciate everyone who helped make this milestone celebration a success!

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06/10/2026

🦟 MOSQUITO SPRAYING NOTICE 🦟

The Bergen County Mosquito Control Division will be conducting mosquito control treatments in the Borough of East Rutherford on:

📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 AM – 4:00 AM

The treatment is being performed to help reduce adult mosquito populations and protect public health.

Residents are encouraged to:
✔️ Remain indoors during spraying when possible
✔️ Close windows and doors
✔️ Bring pets, pet food/water dishes, toys, and laundry indoors
✔️ Avoid direct contact with wet surfaces until they have dried

06/09/2026

⚠️⚠️ Borough Road Closures ⚠️⚠️

‼️ Hackensack Street

Hackensack Street will be closed between Union Avenue and the Rutherford border due to milling and paving.

‼️ Central Avenue

Central Avenue will be closed between Maple Avenue and Mozart Street due to curbs and sidewalk improvements.

‼️ Locust Lane

Locust Lane near York Street is expected to have sporadic closures throughout the day due to road work being done on York Street.

⚠️ Please follow all posted detours and do not drive around traffic cones or marked police vehicles. Please be patient while traveling these areas.

All roads are scheduled to be reopened by 5pm this evening.

The Borough of East Rutherford
East Rutherford Fire Department
East Rutherford DPW
East Rutherford Recreation
East Rutherford NJ PTA
East Rutherford PBA
Rutherford Police Department

05/29/2026

⚠️⚠️ Hackensack Street Road Closure ⚠️⚠️

Hackensack Street will be closed today in both directions between Union Avenue and the Rutherford border due to ongoing road construction. The work is expected to be finished by 5pm.

Please plan an alternate route and be patient when navigating the area.

Do not drive around marked police vehicles or traffic cones.

NJ TRANSIT was advised of the road closure and will modify the 76L bus route. Please contact them with any bus concerns.

The Borough of East Rutherford
East Rutherford Fire Department
East Rutherford DPW
East Rutherford Recreation
East Rutherford NJ PTA
East Rutherford Police
East Rutherford PBA 275
Rutherford Police Department
Rutherford PBA
NJ TRANSIT POLICE

05/19/2026

☀️ Stay Cool, East Rutherford! ☀️
The East Rutherford DPW reminds residents to take extra precautions during periods of extreme heat.

05/14/2026

♻️ Borough Recycling Yard Information♻️
Residents Only – No Commercial Dumping

⚠️ Please enter the yard carefully, follow all posted signs, and help keep the area clean ⚠️

Any Questions or Concerns Please Contact the DPW at [email protected] or 201-933-3444 Ext. 277

*This Facility Is Under Video Surveillance*

05/11/2026

🌿🎨 Curb painting operations underway throughout the borough with crews clearing edges, weedwhacking, and applying fresh paint to roadway curbs. 🚧