Tropical Storm Isaias Update:
The following information is from the NJ Office of Emergency Management as of 8:30am Tuesday.
Hazardous Weather Discussion
Heavy rain and gusty winds resulting from TS Isaias are forecast for Tuesday. A Tropical Storm Warning, a Flash Flood Watch, and a Tornado Watch are posted statewide Tuesday. Minor coastal flooding is possible Tuesday afternoon and evening. Flash flood warnings and tornado warnings will be posted throughout the day as needed. Winds may gust 40 to 70 mph or higher. Rainfall of 1” to 4” or more is possible.
Impacts to New Jersey
Heavy rainfall may result in localized flooding in urban areas, low-lying places, locations with poor drainage, roadways, waterways, and where rainfall is heaviest. Coastal areas may experience inundation at times of high tide. High winds and gusts may cause power outages and tree damage. Monitor local weather forecasts today for updates and for current tornado and flood warnings.
The following message is from Beverly Public Safety:
This storm appears to be mostly a rain event with gusty winds in our area but street flooding is a concern. All storm drain inlets have been cleared however, the first heavy rainfall will wash debris onto the grates creating flooding issues. Please stay indoors until the storm passes and do not drive through flooded areas.
If winds are over 40 mph we will pull our crews off the road until winds subside. No debris clearing will be performed during the storm for the safety of our crews. If trees or tree limbs are in the roadway call 911, do NOT approach the area due to possible power lines in the debris.
Please check our Emergency Management page for additional information on what to do in the case of an emergency.
Beverly City Fire Commissioners Fire District No.1 Virtual Meeting Update:
Effective July 20, 2020 the Beverly City Fire Commission will hold their regularly scheduled meetings electronically (remote meeting) until further notice. The public is welcome to join the meeting of the Beverly City Board of Commissioners electronically using the meeting invite information contained below.
Council Meetings Update:
Effective May 12, 2020, the regularly scheduled meetings of the Common Council of the City of Beverly will commence at 5:00PM until further notice. The Common Council will also continue to hold its meetings via conference call until further notice. For members of the public wishing to participate in the meetings, please click the following link for instructions: Instructions
Land Use Board Meetings Update:
Effective June 17, 2020, the regularly scheduled meetings of the Land Use Board of the City of Beverly will be held via conference call at 7:00PM until further notice. For members of the public wishing to participate in the meetings, please click the following link for instructions: Instructions
For Information about the Farmers Market – July 16th opening and the Community Garden:
Click here: http://thecityofbeverly.com/environmental
COVID19 (Coronavirus) Update:
As everyone is aware, the COVID19 or coronavirus continues to evolve and so do precautions meant to halt the spread of the disease.
All public schools in Burlington County have been closed until further notice.
All court dates for the Beverly Municipal Court are canceled for the month of April. All court dates will be rescheduled.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Beverly Municipal Building is CLOSED to the general public effective immediately and will continuing this protocol until further notice.
Taxes and sewer bills can be paid online. Payments may also be mailed to the Municipal Building. There is also a Municipal Drop-off Box located by the front door. We check the box several times daily.
Employees will be available by phone and email, Monday through Thursday 9am to 3:00pm. The municipal building will be CLOSED on Fridays until further notice.
Beginning April 14th and until further notice, future meetings of the governing body will be held through teleconferencing.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we protect our residents and employees throughout this issue.
Contact information:
Municipal Clerk
Caitlin Midgette
cmidgette@thecityofbeverly.com
(609) 747-4084
City Administrator/Public Safety Director
Rich Wolbert
rwolbert@thecityofbeverly.com
(609) 747-4090
Public Works
Mike Haws
mhaws@thecityofbeverly.com
(609) 747-4092
Property and Housing Code Enforcement
Paula Steere
codeenforcement@thecityofbeverly.com
(609) 747-4077
Beverly Sewerage Authority
Bev Morgan
beverlysewerageauthority@gmail.com
(609) 747-4087
Beverly Police Non-emergency
(609) 267-8300
Beverly Municipal Court
Municipal Court Administrator
Donna Wojculewski
(609) 747-4073
POLICE ALERT: COVID19 RELATED SCAMS:
Unfortunately, during difficult times there are some individuals who try to take advantage of the situation. Although we have no reports in our area, we have learned of groups going door to door stating they are from the CDC or Board of Health.
Do NOT let them in your home. The CDC does not go door to door making inspections. If concerned if the people are actual members of a health organization, call 911 or (609) 267-8300 to have an officer respond to your residence.
Public Works Update:
Until further notice, the Department of Public Works will be on a modified schedule. DPW will pick up clear bags of leaves and grass (no trash, no vines, no sticks) on Mondays and Thursdays. Chipping will be conducted on Wednesdays. Trash and Recycling remain on their regular schedule.
2020 Census Information:
Did you know that your response to the Census is what helps drive federal funds into municipalities? Please take the time to respond to the Census, whether it be by mail, phone, or computer. Please see below for more information! If you have any questions, please call the City Clerk at 609-747-4084. If you feel you may have received a spam call from an individual pretending to be the Census, you may report the same to the Beverly City Police Department by calling the non-emergency line at 609-267-8300.
Respond to the Census online here: https://2020census.gov/en/ways-to-respond/responding-online.html
How to respond by phone: https://2020census.gov/en/ways-to-respond/responding-by-phone.html
Yard Waste Notice:
The City can not pick up yard waste in anything other than clear bags. Please do not use black or green contractor’s bags nor the brown paper leaf bags for your yard waste.
Do not mix sticks, vines, nor trash in with your grass clippings and leaves. These items should be placed in your regular trash collection with the exception of branches and tree limbs. Branches and tree limbs will be chipped on Wednesdays… weather permitting.