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Welcome to
The Borough of New Milford

The Birthplace of Bergen County





River Road Drainage Project to begin 6/2/25 - Expect delays & detours

Latest Announcements

Meeting on the Road! 6/4/2

The "On the Road" public meeting with the Bergen County Commissioners is a public forum where residents can interact with their elected officials and voice their concerns. It's essentially a chance for the community to connect with the Commissioners in a less formal setting than a typical Board meeting. This week, the meeting is taking place in New Milford. at Borough Hall beginning at 7:00 pm. All are welcome to attend.

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BC Summer Movies & Concerts

BERGEN COUNTY ANNOUCES RETURN OF SUMMER MOVIES & CONCERTS IN THE PARK - Bergen County is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Movies and Music in the Park Summer Series, presented by County Executive James Tedesco III, the Board of County Commissioners, and the County Parks Department.
Beginning on July 8, this beloved seasonal tradition will feature 25 exciting events across four locations, inviting residents to enjoy live music and outdoor movies in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Best of all, every event is free and open to the public!
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for maximum comfort while they take in performances by talented musicians and screenings...

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Primary Election Voting Info

For additional information, please visit our Voting Resource page here.

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New Milford Ranked #9 Safest City in NJ

We're pleased to announce that we are ranked #9 safest city in New Jersey in SafeWise.com's 2025 Safest Cities report.
New Milford earned this recognition based on the latest FBI crime data. You can see the full list and explore the report here: https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-new-jersey/
Why it matters:
At a time when safety is top of mind for many Americans, New Milford is standing out as a place where people...

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Housing Rehabilitation Program

INCOME LIMITS UPDATED FOR 2025
If you live in New Milford, own your home, and your total gross annual household income falls below the income limit for your household size, you may qualify to participate in the program. You can receive up to $20k in repairs! Visit www.hip.cgph.netFor additional information and questions, call a program representative at 609-664-2769.

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PSE&G Affordability Guide


When you take steps to reduce your energy use it helps keep the energy grid we share strong and stable, and that’s important for everyone. Plus, every watt not used is one that can provide a direct cost-savings to you. Use the links (URLs), in the left column of this guide, to get helpful energy and cost-savings information from our website and other related sites.
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Real ID Deadline - May 7th

Starting May 7, 2025, a REAL ID (or valid U.S. Passport) will be required by the federal government to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities. If you haven’t upgraded your driver’s license or non-driver ID yet, now is a good time to take care of it — especially if you have travel plans coming up. Click HERE for more information on the REAL ID, appointments, and documents you will need to obtain it
*For general questions and assistance on the REAL ID, including assistance with appointments, feel free to...

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River Road Drainage Project

Road Closures Beginning 6/2

River Rd will have daily closures between Henley Ave and Milford Ave. The duration for the entire project is about 2 months.
Please visit NMPD for all traffic updates.

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Contact Info

Address: 930 River Road, New Milford, NJ

Phone Number: 201-967-5044