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.”
Coming soon to Burlington! Don't miss your chance to see the "Revolutionary Lives: Living the American Experiment Then and Now" traveling exhibit. It will be at Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts from September 3rd-19th with a reception taking place on September 11th.
In partnership with New Jersey Historical Commission - NJHC
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The Recreation Department is exploring the possibility of offering a Fall Youth Baseball Program and is seeking feedback from families to gauge community interest. The proposed program would focus on teaching fundamental baseball skills, including hitting, throwing, catching, fielding, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun and supportive environment for players of all skill levels.
Our commissioner Jack Capers will reach out to families as they fill out the form to discuss a fall season and the potential of a spring season. Please feel free to reach out to him via email at jackcapers@comcast.net or cell phone at 609-870-2653.
Information collected through the form will help the Recreation Department assess interest levels, identify potential age groups, and determine scheduling preferences.
Thank you for your interest in helping us expand recreational opportunities for our community!
burlingtonnj.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29847
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REMINDER: Today is the last day of the tax grace period. All payments must be received in the tax office by 5PM today to avoid interest.
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Hello Residents:
In 2017, The census tract 7012.4 that includes the Yorkshire / New Yorkshire neighborhoods was designated as an Federal Opportunity Zone. The Federal Opportunity Zone Program was made permanent in 2025, establishing a new designation cycle every 10 years. As a result, the new nomination window opened in 2026, giving Governor Sherrill the authority to nominate 129 census tracts as Opportunity Zones. We have been made aware that Burlington City will keep our current opportunity zone designation along with being nominated for an additional opportunity zone that includes Census tract 7012.3 [East Burlington, Columbus Park and Lynnfield neighborhoods], the remaining boundary east of the Assiscunk Creek. This is a great news for taxpayers, business owners and Investors. The new Opportunity Zone designation will be effective January 1, 2027.
I am asking for your help. A Opportunity Zone 2.0 Stakeholder Recommendation Form link is below for Elected officials and the public for to provide feedback. The nomination form will also be shared on our website and through social media.
I hope you can complete the Opportunity Zone 2.0 Stakeholder Recommendation Form under Additional Resources along with providing a letter of support to submit with the Stakeholder recommendation form. The Stakeholder Form requires two letters of support; I have attached a letter of support that you can send in with your individual support letter.
The nomination window closes on August 28th, 2026 at 11:59 pm.
At a September 2026 Council meeting a Resolution will be placed on the Agenda for Common Council’s consideration.
Thank you for supporting our 2026 opportunity zone 2.0 designation.
Sincerely,
Mayor Barry Conaway
Additional Resources:
Opportunity Zone 2.0 Stakeholder Recommendation Form
survey123.arcgis.com/share/d996f660178145fda93e8191c6f02134?portalUrl=https://njdca.maps.arcgis.com
Opportunity Zone Webpage
www.nj.gov/dca/dlps/home/opp_zones.shtml
2026 Opportunity Zone 2.0 Stakeholder Map Tool
experience.arcgis.com/experience/04ee42e25a9d4f48bb3a270acfa44a4e#data_s=id%3AdataSource_1-19f859...
Department of Community Affairs Community Asset Map
experience.arcgis.com/experience/1f30e2e9dc954b6eaafb510c170a3234
IRS Federal Opportunity Information
www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/businesses/opportunity-zones
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