Coronavirus Preparedness

The N.J. Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness has created a Coronavirus/COVID-19 Rumor Control & Disinformation website at the following URL: https://www.njhomelandsecurity.gov/covid19.

IN ADDITION TO THIS PAGE PLEASE VISIT OUR PUBLIC NOTICES PAGE FOR MORE

Important Information regarding Social Distancing (6/2/20)

Coronavirus Guidelines for America

FEMA Advisory- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Best Practices

As per the President, this is an important link https://www.coronavirus.gov/ 

Additional information may be found on the New Jersey League of Municipalities site.

Please click here for a copy of Governor Murphy's Executive Order No. 14

Tuckerton Borough changes in operation

Mayor and Council had their regular meeting on March 16, 2020 in conjunction with Tuckerton Emergency Management and the Borough Police Department to review both President Trump and Governor Murphy's Declaration of a Medical State of Emergency due to the COVID-19 Pandemic the following actions are to be immediately implemented:

Borough Public Buildings shall be closed to the public effective March 17, 2020 until further notice in order to protect our residents and our employees.
All Departments will be available to assist the residents by phone, fax, email, US mail or the drop box that is in the rear of the Borough Complex.
Regular services such as garbage, recycling and water/sewer will operate as normal. However; the yard will be open to the public Monday through Friday for Tuckerton residents only..
For Police, Fire and Medical Emergencies call 911
Information concerning zoning and building permits and any licensing questions can be obtained by calling the Borough Hall 609-296-4916. Those wishing to drop off any permits or applications may use the mail box located at the back of the Borough Hall at 420 East Main Street.

The Mayor and Council appreciate your patience and understanding and hope all will comply with Health Advisories issued during this very difficult time. 
Thank you and our prayers are with you.   Mayor Susan Marshall and the Tuckerton Council

May Meeting Cancellations

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO CONCERNS OVER COVID-19

Economic Development Committee Tuesday June 9th, 2020

Historic Preservation Commission Wednesday June 3rd, 2020

Tuckerton Environmental Commission Thursday June 11th, 2020

Pride and Celebrations Committee Wednesday June 24th, 2020

*Council Meetings will be held virtually-visit our calendar for information to join the meeting

* Land Use Board will be held virtually on June 18th

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REPORT ANIMAL CRUELTY

It is a crime in New Jersey to abuse animals. If you are witness to animal cruelty call 609-296-9416 immediately! 
Animal cruelty exists in various ways, including: torture, maiming, poisoning, or cruelty beating  an animal, either intentionally or recklessly.Killing an animal needlessly. Not providing necessary care, and leaving an animal alone in a vehilce under harmful conditions.  Leaving pets outside in bad weather, weather that reasonable people would know could be a risk for the animal's health. Anyone who abandons a domestic animal-or any sick or injured creature- can be found guilty of a "disorderly persons offense".

If you witness any acts of cruelty report it! 609-296-9416

2020 Drinking Water Quality Report

To view Tuckerton Borough's 2020 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report click here

FARMER'S MARKET coming to Tuckerton

The Tuckeron United Methodist Church, 134 N. Green St. is partnering with local farmers and vendors to develop a new mission project in our community. " Manna Farmer's Market" will give the opportunity for the community to find fresh produce and goods. It will be open - rain or shine Tuesdays from 10 am - 3 pm starting June 16 through Oct. 6. Contact the church office at 609-296-9610 ortuckertonumc@gmail.com for more details.

Welcome to the Tuckerton website.

We are so happy you are visiting the Tuckerton Borough website. As you will see we are still looking to improve our site and we can use your help! If you know of an event happening within the Borough of Tuckerton email us so we can place it on our calendar of events. We would like to have all our Tuckerton Borough businesses and professionals register their business on our site, next time you shop local or visit one our professionals, ask them if their business is on the Tuckerton Borough site, it's easy to register.

Thank you for making us better!