Many organizations in the City and County also contribute to the safety, health, and quality of life of the City of Burlington's residents and visitors. Visit the highlighted link above to view list of these organizations websites, including Main Street Burlington, local and regional Chamber of Commerce, Burlington County, city and County Library, County Historical Society, and Lyceum Hall.
The Administration and City of Burlington continually strives to improve the security and quality of life of its residents as well as visitors. The following is a list of resources with answers to frequently asked questions designed help you find information quickly. You may also search other areas of this site, including the Department Directory and Departments pages, How Do I? tab, or call 609 386 0200 Monday to Friday. To view Calendars, Police/Emergency Service, Public Works, Recreation, Voting, Health/Lifestyle, and Events links, please use the link provided.
The City of Burlington New Jersey USA is the first and original township in Burlington County, predating the “original constablrys” by 11 years.
Native Americans of the Mantas (or Leaping Frog) tribe of the Lenni Lenape knew Burlington Island as Matinicunk and the mainland as Techichohocki, or "oldest planted land."
Early 1600s - There is some archaeological evidence supporting the local presence of a significant Swedish settlement by the early 1600s. Belgian Walloons fleeing persecution built the first recorded European settlement in New Jersey, ca. 1624, establishing an Island trading post to barter with the indigenous people. The Dutch then came upon the Island, exploiting its rich and varied wildlife. Their fort faced downriver, the better to defend both forks of the Delaware River from invasion. New Jersey’s first record of an African presence notes slaves of a Dutch colonial official. The first murder in recorded state history took place on the Island in the 1670s, when two Indians murdered two Dutchmen. As the Dutch withdrew from New World holdings, Swedes and Finns occupied the Island, until it was seized by the English in 1664. Fleeing oppression in England, the Quakers settled in Burlington over 325 years ago.
March 3, 1677 - Proprietors authorized the formation of the town in a seminal constitutional document which set forth principles and ideals of freedom and democracy found 100 years later in the United States Constitution. Among these innovations were civil and religious liberty; separate executive and legislative power; an elected Assembly; freedom of speech; no deprivation without due process of law. In their own stirring words, the Proprietors “...lay a foundation for after ages to understand their liberty as men and Christians, that they may not be brought into bondage but by their own consent, for we put the power in the people.”
Panic at the Jersey Shore over new rule. Development, home prices are on the line, locals say.
Panic at the Jersey Shore over new rule. Development, home prices are on the line, locals say.
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🥊 Round Two! For the second year in a row, Senator Troy Singleton is partnering with Strike it Strong to host a safety and empowerment workshop exclusively for women where you can learn self-defense and situational awareness basics in a supportive environment.
The FREE workshop will be on Wed, March 18th from 6:30-8pm at the Kennedy Center, 429 John F Kennedy Way in Willingboro.
The workshop will be led by former MMA fighter Jamie ‘ Bad Mama’ Miller! Registration is required and space is limited. RSVP today here: www.troysingleton.com/strikeitstrong2026
Attendees must be at least 14 years old.
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🚗 Driver Safety Course – Register Now! 🚗
Burlington Township, in partnership with AARP, is hosting a Driver Safety Course on March 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Community Room in the Municipal Building.
📅 Date: 03/14/26
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Municipal Building – Community Room
💲 Cost:
• $20 for AARP members
• $25 for non-members
📲 To register: Follow the link www.aarp.org/driving36 or call 609-735-6496
Can't make this class? Stay tuned for more information about the class being offered in Burlington City in June!
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Getting rid of dead birds the right way helps stop bird flu from spreading to other birds, animals, pets, and people. Follow these steps to stay safe and keep bird flu from spreading in your area. If you see 5 or more sick or dead birds, report it to the NJ DEP Fish & Wildlife Office by scanning the QR code or go to
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US Supreme Court denies NJ towns affordable housing appeal
US Supreme Court denies NJ towns affordable housing appeal
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito on Tuesday denied an appeal to New Jersey’s affordable housing rules sought by several Garden State municipalities on Tuesday. The group, known as Local Leade...12 CommentsComment on Facebook
