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NJBPU Awards Verona $150,000 for Clean Fleet Program
Published on August 20, 2024
Verona Township continues to show commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship by recently securing a $150,000 grant from the NJ Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU). This funding will assist Verona in starting to transition toward electricity fueled fleets, starting with four electric v…
Hydrant Flushing & Water Maintenance
Published on August 19, 2024
Verona Department of Public Works will be conducting maintenance on hydrants/water system for three weeks starting Monday, 8/19 through Thursday, 9/5. Hydrant flushing will occur Mon- Thurs. 8pm - 1am. During these days/times you may experience brown water or low water pressure, please run your col…
Artificial Turf and Natural Grass: a comparative analysis of environmental impact, chemical exposure, injury, surface heat, playable hours and cost
Published on August 16, 2024
Artificial Turf and Natural Grass: A comparative analysis of environmental impact, chemical exposure, injury, surface heat, playable hours and costAfter close to 20 years of use, Centennial Field's turf is reaching the end of its lifespan. Verona's green team, along with Montclair University and P…
Be a part of Verona's Sign Makeover
Published on August 15, 2024
As many may have noticed, our beloved "Welcome to Verona" is undergoing a transformation which is nearing completion! We look forward to greeting visitors and residents alike with a new fresh look. This glow-up is thanks to the sponsorship from DCH Acura of Verona. The Verona Pool is also the recip…
New Pickleball Courts Coming Soon!!!
Published on July 26, 2024
Concept plans for new pickleball courts at the Verona Community Pool on Fairview Avenue were presented at the Township Council Meeting on 7.22.24. Recording of this meeting can be watched on Verona's YouTube channel.Before presenting to the council, the local pickleball community and the Recreation…
Downtown Verona parking relief comes with added revenue streams
Published on July 23, 2024
As a part of the administration's ongoing efforts to revitalize and support Verona's downtown economy and local businesses, Verona Township plans to purchase the Our Lady of the Lake Parking lot located on Lakeside Avenue. The bond for this purchase was approved during Monday's Township Council Mee…
Verona Township Enhances Funding for Tree Care & Maintenance
Published on July 19, 2024
Collaborating with the Verona Shade Tree Commission, a thorough windshield tree survey is currently in progress. Due to the increasing demand, funds have been raised by approximately 40% above the usual budget allocation to analyze, assess, evaluate, maintain, and restore township trees. This visua…
Plans are Unveiled for a Shared Emergency Services Building
Published on July 02, 2024
Verona Township held a meeting for residents at the Community Center (880 Bloomfield Ave) on June 26, 2024 to learn about the proposed emergency services building, a critical initiative aimed to bring Verona’s aging emergency services facilities (Police, Fire & Rescue) up to code and enhance th…
Smoke Testing Program Aims to Reduce Sewer Maintenance Costs
Published on June 27, 2024
Starting on or about the week of 7/15, weather permitting, the township will be conducting a smoke testing program to help reduce sewer maintenance costs. The purpose of this program is to pinpoint infiltration sources in the wastewater and sewer system. Unnecessary inflow can put a strain on the s…
Bear Safety Facts and Tips
Published on June 24, 2024
It is critical to be aware of your surroundings and pets. DO NOT APPROACH. You can report a sighting in Verona to Verona Police Department 973-239-500.Bear Safety Tips and FactsIt is critically important for people to never feed black bears. Bears attracted to neighborhoods may learn to associate p…