Container Day Appointment Sign-Up

Here is your chance to get rid of unwanted items! Furniture, mattresses, luggage, large bulk household items. Exclusions: electronics, hazardous waste, and construction material.Commercial vehicles are not permitted to enter the facility. This includes U-...

Container Days 2021

Due to overwhelming demand the South Orange Container Day appointments have been discontinued and the DPW is returning to a “first-come, first-served” basis.

Therefore, your previously scheduled appointment is no longer necessary and has been canceled.

Delays are expected but DPW staff will be on hand to move everyone along at a swift, steady, safe pace.

Please remember:

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Recycling Guidelines

Please reference the recycling guide to ensure only acceptable material is placed out for curbside collection.

Some recent changes include-

Plastics #1, #2, & #5 can be placed in the Toter for curbside collection

pizza boxes are not permitted for curbside collection due to contamination

J&J Vaccine Administration is Paused

The CDC and FDA have jointly announced a recommended temporary pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The New Jersey Department of Health has advised the County to pause J&J vaccine administration for the time being.

The following is a press release from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

As of April 12, more than 6.8 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen ) vaccine have been administered in the U.S. CDC and FDA are reviewing data inv...

Baird Center Closed for Construction

Please be advised that the Baird Center, 5 Mead Street, is closed for construction until further notice.

There is no access to the building or related facilities; the public is not allowed inside the construction fence for any purpose. For the convenience and safety of those using the parks and practice fields portable toilets have been placed outside of the...

Emerald Ash Borer In South Orange

Please be aware the Emerald Ash Borer, a tree-killing beetle, has invaded South Orange.

Emerald Ash Borer In South Orange

Maybe you’ve noticed our Department of Public Works in your neighborhood taking down trees recently and wondered why? Unfortunately, Emerald Ash Borer, a non-native species that specifically infests and ...

COVID-19 Vaccine Scam Alert!

Please be aware of the COVID-19 vaccine scams currently taking place.

There have recently been reports of a new COVID-19 vaccine email scam where people are asked to complete a survey. They offer a free reward but ask people to pay a nominal fee “to cover shipping.”

Survey scams like this are a creative ...

South Orange Board and Committee Openings

South Orange Village Call for Volunteers: South Orange Village has volunteer openings on several boards, committees and programs.

South Orange Village is looking for residents who are interested in serving on one or more of a variety of Boards, committees and programs. These openings provide South Orange residents an opportunity to lend their voices, connect with their neighbors and...

COVID-19 Vaccine Comes to Essex County

Click "Vaccine Overview" to learn how to register and help by volunteering.

Face Coverings Required in South Orange Parks

All residents in South Orange must have a face covering while using the parks.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH ORANGE VILLAGEEXECUTIVE ORDER

WHEREAS, The Governor’s Executive Order 143, states that all employees and visitors are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings when present on the public and private beaches, lakes, and lakeshor...

Coronavirus - What You Need To Know

All the latest surrounding the Coronavirus

Arrest- Shoplifting

On March 28, 2021 Store Security at Stop and Shop notified South Orange Police that they had a person in their office that attempted to walk out of the store with a full shopping cart.  Subject, Thomas Proctor, a 51 year old Newark resident, walk...

Arrest- Shoplifting

On March 22, 2021 Walgreens cashier notified South Orange PD that someone exited the store without paying for the items.  South Orange officers happen to be in the area and stopped subject, Haywood Newsome, a 46 year old Newark resident. &nbs...

Arrest- Shoplifting

On March 22, 2021 Walgreens manager notified South Orange Police that an individual had just left the store without paying for items.  Marquise Warren, a 31 year old Irvington resident, was stopped a short distance from Walgreens by South Orange ...

UPDATE- Arrest Possession of Stolen Auto

UPDATE ARREST... On March 2, 2020 a Speir Drive resident reported their 2015 Mercedes Benz stolen from their driveway.  The vehicle was recovered in Newark the next day and detectives from South Orange processed the stolen vehicle.  Evid...

Update- Theft Arrest

UPDATE...On October 18, 2020, a Seton Hall Student reported his cell phone and wallet stolen from his apartment.  Prince Nesbitt-Hall was identified as the suspect and was apprehended on March 18, 2021. Nesbitt-Hall, an 18 year old Newark residen...

2017 HOMESTEAD REBATE CREDITS

HOMESTEAD REBATE CREDITS

Homestead rebate credits were received from the State of New Jersey and applied to the 2021 2nd qtr. tax installment. Adjusted bills were mailed to those taxpayers who qualified for the credit. Please pay the adjusted amount when taxes are due on May 1, 2...

2021 2nd QTR. TAX BILLS ARE DUE

2nd Qtr. Tax Bills Due

The 2021 2nd qtr. tax bills are due on May 1, 2021. The grace period for payment ends on May 10, 2021. Cash payments are not being accepted at this time as we are officially open for business but closed to the public. For your convenience, payments can be...

2021 SEWER BILLS DUE 4/12/21

2021 SEWER BILLS

The 2021 Sewer Bills are on the way. Please expect them by mail during the week of March 8th. The grace period for payment is April 12, 2021. Cash payments are not being accepted at this time as we are officially open for business but closed to the public...