Borough Announcements

Mayor’s Message

Dear Neighbors,

I hope you had a chance to read the special edition newsletter emailed on January 30th. Like many of you, I share your disappointment that the developer has been given 32 months to complete the project at the Laurel Mills Shopping Center. I know we’re all eager to see progress and meaningful redevelopment in our community.

Thank you so much for your patience during the recent snowstorm. I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our Department of Public Works, Fire Department, and Police Department for their careful planning and hard work to keep everyone safe. I also appreciate the neighbors who cleared their sidewalks, helping to ensure our children could safely get to and from school. With the heavy snow and ice, cleanup was no easy task.

Special Edition Times

Stay informed by reading theses periodically informative Special Edition Times, Mayor Hall’s Highlights and public announcements from Mayor and Council.

Notice of State Planning Commission Public Hearings

The State Planning Commission shall conduct six public hearings for the purpose of receiving testimony on the draft Final New Jersey’s State Development and Redevelopment Plan and the draft Infrastructure Needs Assessment pursuant to the State Planning Act at N.J.S.A. 52:18A-202(c) as set forth in the State Planning Rules N.J.A.C. 15:30-5.2.

Additionally, under N.J.A.C. 15:30 -1.7 (c), municipalities and counties are required to post the attached notice on their website by August 29, 2025. The public hearings notice can also be found here.

A Journey Through Time with Town Historian

March 24th at 6:00 p.m.
Stratford Community Center

Take a step back in time and explore a century of Stratford’s rich history. join town historian Carole Dadino for an engaging evening filled with stories, milestones, and memories that helped shape our community. this is an evening you won’t want to miss.

Stratford Times

Currently the Winter Edition of the Stratford Times is available to View.

If your company or organization resides in the Borough of Stratford and are interested in being included in the Stratford Times, contact the Borough Hall at (856) 783-0600

Stratford Seniors

Stratford Senior Center Group welcomes seniors from the Sterling Community of Stratford, Magnolia, Somerdale, Laurel Springs and Hi-Nella to activities throughout the month.

They have most activities on a Wednesdays, with about 3 – 4 activities during the month. Activities which include lunch, bingo, cooking classes, Zumba, etc. You must RSVP to any event you are interested in attending so they can properly plan.

Dumpster Permit

It seems there is some confusion related to the borough’s dumpster permit requirement.

Whenever a homeowner has a need to obtain a dumpster for excessive trash, debris, remodeling waste, etc. at their home, they should stop in or call the borough office and obtain an application to fill out, and then return the permit application. Thereafter, the application is reviewed, and if approved the resident pays the $25 fee

Leaf Collection

The leaf collection process is completed where the team starts in the area behind Aldi and works its way across to the point behind the 30 Strikes Bowling. It then begins on the other side of the RR tracks, moving from Laurel Road towards Parkview Road. Once this cycle is completed, they repeat it. They will continue through December until all the leaves are collected.

If you have any questions, contact the borough hall.

Chipping

Chipped material should not be tied or bundled. Stack it neatly at the curb. NO vines or items with roots / rootball, or large tree trunks or whole trees. The chipper can only chip items up to a 6″ diameter.

If you have any questions, contact the borough hall.

Electronics / Metal Recycling Collection

Televisions, computers, monitors and all other similar electronics (anything with a plug) along with metal products at the curb on Tuesday evenings, for weekly collection on Wednesday.

See borough calendar for any changes in pick-up schedule.

House & Building Numbers

Please ensure your house number is visible from the street. This will assist emergency personnel when responding to assist our residents during times of emergencies. We have observed many homes in town that do not have house numbers properly affixed. Please pass this important information on to your neighbors as well.

Stratford PD Information

Skimming Device Recovered
On Sunday July 6, 2025, the Stratford Police Department responded to the Family Dollar for a report of a found credit card skimming device attached to the registers credit card machine. The device was fashioned to fit over the store’s actual credit card scanning device. Based upon current information, we believe the device may have been in place for 2 weeks. Any customer who recently utilized the credit card machine at this location should consider the card compromised and are urged to contact their bank or credit card issuer to seek a replacement card. EBT / SNAP Cards are often targets for scammers since most of these cards are unchipped.

Community Information Service

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Latest Informational Alerts

Police Online Reporting

The purpose of this site is to allow citizens or any victim of crime that occurred within the Township limits, to file police reports online. After completing the necessary information, you will be able to print the report for your records. If the incident you wish to report is an emergency, a crime in progress, or involves any type of significant injury please do not submit the report online and dial 9-1-1. The loss or theft of prescription medication, narcotic, or other controlled substance CANNOT be reported online. For any non-emergent incident that requires a police officer to respond, dial your Police Department’s non-emergency number.

Employment Bulletin

The Stratford Police Department is accepting resumes for the position of Police Officer.

Minimum Qualifications, Requirements:
➢ 18 years of age
➢ High School Diploma or equivalent, College preferred
➢ Successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation
including drug testing, physical and psychological exam
➢ Successfully complete a pre-academy physical fitness test
➢ Successfully complete a 6 month Basic Course for Police Officers
or Special Law Enforcement Training Course and Field Training Program

EMT’s Wanted

Stratford Ambulance Association.

We are accepting letters of interest in support of the Stratford Ambulance Association. We are looking for NJ Certified EMT’s for PT openings.

Week Nights (some or all) 6:00pm – 11:00pm
We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Flexible Scheduling
• CEU Training
• Bi Weekly Pay

Be a part of a proud 67 Year Stratford Organization

Submit Letters of interest and certifications to johnkeenan@stratfordnj.org

Firefighters Wanted

Residents: The Stratford Fire Department is currently seeking residents 16 years of age and older to volunteer.

Young men and women between 16-17 years of age will become a part of our Junior Firefighter program.

Applicants 18 years of age and older will be trained as Active Firefighters. Free training and schooling. If interested, please stop by the Firehouse any Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m.

Events Calendar

If you are looking for more events and activities through out Camden County visit the “Just for Seniors” and for those with disABILITIES and special needs event calendar.

For more information about Just For Seniors events, call 856-858-2986.

Click button below to see all “Just for Seniors” events.

Services Guide

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is pleased to present this comprehensive guide to services for our senior population and their families. This directory outlines available services from a variety of agencies throughout the county in order to assist you in accessing any program needs you might have for you or your family. Much of the information in this directly is also maintained here on our website on the links to the left.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Division of Senior and Disabled Services at 1-877-222-3737.

Special Needs Registry

The Stratford Police Department in partnership with the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office, would like to get the word out to our residents regarding our new & updated Special Needs Registry. The registry is a direct-feed to the Stratford Police Department. Registration information will be made available to our police officers and shared with Fire and EMS officials in the event there is an emergency involving the registrant, or their place of residence.

For more information disABILTIES and special needs events, call 856-216-2127

Services A-Z

By clicking on the services a-z button below, you can search all of the services provided by the Camden County.

Here you can also download the new Camden County phone app.

Hazardous Waste Collection

Household Hazardous Waste Collections – Drive-Thru Events

Instructions for the days of the events:
– All residents must remain in their vehicles throughout the event.
– All material to be dropped off should be placed in the rear cargo area of the vehicle only (not in the passenger seating area.)

Events are for residents only / PROOF OF COUNTY RESIDENCY REQUIRED / NO BUSINESSES ACCEPTED No appointments necessary, event is rain or shine

For more information call the Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs at 856-858-5241

Recycling Guidelines

Remove lids from containers before placing them in your recycling can ~ Do not put the lids in the recycling can

If your recycling can has any of the above listed materials, your recycling will be left curbside unemptied. Please remove those items and your recycling will be picked up on the next scheduled recycling day.

Single Stream Recycling

Camden County has a long history of leading recycling efforts in New Jersey. We were the first in the state to mandate recycling in 1985. The state followed suit and mandated recycling state-wide started in 1987.

In the past 10 years Camden County, like many other places, started Single Stream Recycling, where residents combine all recyclable materials into one container for pickup. Over the years there have been several important changes to what items are acceptable and unacceptable in Single Stream Recycling programs. Recycling is always growing, and in many ways markets around the world can have a profound effect on our day to day behaviors.