The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat advisory in the Northeast NJ area for July 30, and a potential flash flood threat for July 31 to August 1. Please click the link below for more information and a list of cooling centers available in Montclair.
Tax bills are being mailed as of this week (July 28th - August 1), due to a delay in the Tax Collection office receiving the certified tax rate. As a result - the grace period for the bill has been extended to September 5.
Parks are closed to the public between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. except with a permit. Carey's Woods in Nishuane Park, Mountainside Park Nature Trail Center, and Alonzo Bonsai Wildlife Preserve close at sundown.
A permit must be obtained for any organized activity in the parks. Contact the Department of Recreation and Cultural Affairs at 973-509-4915.
Cooking is not permitted in township parks.
Glass containers are not permitted in parks - they may not be carried or used.
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
As per Township Code 82-13, dogs are not permitted to be off-leash in any Township parks, except in areas specifically designated as a dog park.
Additionally, as per Essex County's rules and regulations,dogs are not permitted to be off leash in any County parks. To report a problem in Essex County parks, please contact Essex County Sheriff at 973-621-4111 or use their online "Report a Problem" form.