The Bloomfield Avenue streetscape improvement and renovation initiative aims to create an accessible, functional space for all residents and a design that reflects Verona Township’s unique character while embracing modern elements.

We are thrilled to announce Verona has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) for the Bloomfield Ave Streetscape Improvements & Renovations project. Read more on what this grant means and how funding will be used here

Improvement & Renovation Goals

Create a unified look and feel for Bloomfield Avenue. The street will have a consistent, attractive design.

Ensure ADA compliance throughout. All improvements will be accessible for people of all abilities.

Add traffic-calming features. The design will encourage safer driving and make crossing easier for pedestrians.

Make the street more pedestrian-friendly. Safer sidewalks, crosswalks, and spaces for walking.

Add more greenery. Trees and landscaping will make the area more inviting.

Improve stormwater management. New infrastructure will reduce flooding and handle rainwater better.

What parts of Bloomfield Ave are included?

The primary focus of Phase 1 is the section of Bloomfield Ave between Fairview Ave and Park Place. Improvements will be made along both the north and south sides of Bloomfield Ave in this area.

The Process

• Understanding the Current State: Analyze existing conditions and pinpoint any issues or deficiencies. Throughout this process, the Township prioritizes your needs at every step.
• Stakeholder and Public Engagement: Engaging with the community is a vial aspect of this initiative to ensure safety works in harmony with the surrounding natural, social, economic and cultural environments.
• Context-sensitive Design: An integration of infrastructure and pedestrian-friendly elements which will enhance the commercial and residential issues identified, thereby increasing quality of life.

Who does this benefit?

• Residents: Safer sidewalks, crosswalks, and better accessibility will make it easier to walk, bike, and enjoy the neighborhood.
• Business Owners: A more attractive and pedestrian-friendly street encourages foot traffic and supports local shops and restaurants.
• Visitors: Improved design and added greenery will create a welcoming environment for people coming to Verona for shopping, dining, and events.

Timeline

Project Partners

STRANS Engineering is a landscape architecture, engineering, and urban design firm based in the New York area. Led by Vice President and licensed landscape architect Jim Lau, RLA, the firm focuses on creating sustainable, community-oriented public spaces and infrastructure improvements that combine design excellence with environmental responsibility.

LiRo-Hill was formed through the merger of The LiRo Group and Hill International’s Northeast operations. With about 1,200 employees and offices in New York, Boston, and throughout the region, LiRo-Hill is one of the leading AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction management) firms in the Northeast. The company provides comprehensive design, engineering, construction management, and environmental services, with a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and diversity in contracting

In accordance with the State of New Jersey Codes, construction permits are mandatory. It is the responsibility of either the contractor or homeowner to secure an approved permit prior to commencing any construction work. Both new builds and alterations must comply with the NJ State Uniform Code to help ensure the health, safety and welfare of the public. Please utilize the links above to assist you with the permitting process.

The Building Department is here to assist the public, contractors and design professionals by providing knowledgeable, efficient and comprehensive assistance by way of plan review, permitting and inspections.

🚧 VERONA CONSTRUCTION HOURS
•    Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
•    Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
•    Sunday: ❌ No construction work allowed
•    Off-hours work requires approval from the Township’s Construction Official.
 

The Building Department oversees the issuance and inspections for all building, plumbing and fire permits. The Zoning Officer determines if proposed construction work to be done or use of buildings follows the township's zoning ordinance. A variance may be required and mist go before the Board of Adjustment for approval if code are not met.

Inspection Scheduling and Hours:

Please call the Building & Zoning office to schedule an inspection.
Permit #, job address and type of inspection will be required in order to schedule.
Below are the hours in which inspection may be available:

PLUMBING INSPECTOR:
PLUMBING INSPECTION HOURS: TUESDAY & THURSDAY 8:00 – 11:00AM
PHONE HOURS (not for scheduling inspections): TUESDAY & THURSDAY 7:00 – 7:45AM

ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR:
TUESDAY & THURSDAYS 8:00AM – 12 NOON

BUILDING INSPECTOR:
MONDAY – FRIDAY 9:30AM – 1:00PM

FIRE INSPECTOR:
TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30AM – 1:30PM

CONSTRUCTION OFFICIAL:
TUESDAY & THURSDAY 8:30AM – 12:30 PM
TANK REMOVAL/ABANDONMENT INSPECTIONS: TUESDAY & THURSDAY 9:30AM – 1:30PM

Medical transportation, health information, health screenings and more is available to Verona residents.

About:

The Municipal Assessor’s office is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of real property values within the city.  All values are determined by inspection of the site in question and established per rules set forth by the State of New Jersey.

The annual property assessment cards (white postcards) are mailed out at the end of January each year from a private vendor. This notice is to advise residents what their current assessment is and should not be used for income tax purposes.  The tax bill is what should be used when filing income taxes for the proper tax year figure.

Certified 2025 Tax Rate is: 3.165  and the 2025 Tax Ratio is 70.19% Tax Rate & Levy Analysis 

For tax billing and payment information, contact the Tax Collector's Office at 973-857-4777

Verona has implemented the ParkMobile Parking App throughout town to make parking easy! Find out how to start using the app today:

Using ParkMobile for On and Off-Street Parking - with Subtitles from ParkMobile on Vimeo.

 Office of Emergency Management (OEM)

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is a component of municipal government that is responsible for emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts throughout the township. Members of the OEM staff operate under the direction of the municipal Emergency Management Coordinator. Members of the OEM staff prepare operations plans for events in the township, prepare for natural disasters and other major incidents, provide training for the township's first responders to better enhance their service, and respond to incidents that require their expertise.

Verona Emergency Communication Plan

OEM Management Members:

Emergency Management Coordinator:

• Connor McCann 

Deputy Emergency Management Coordinators:

• Thomas Gargiulo 
• Matt Gifford 
• Chief Christopher Kiernan 
• Scott Nawrocki 
• William Neal 
• Christopher Tamburro 

Don’t miss out on important information. Register for Verona Township's emergency and community alert notification system called AlertVerona, through the Smart 911platform. This new system, as of March 2021, utilizes text messaging, voice calls and email which allows the Township to communicate real-time updates and alerts to residents much more effectively and on your preferred communicate channel of choice, phone, text, email, or all three.

We encourage all residents and/or caregivers of residents, as well as Verona businesses to register their cell phones and email addresses as soon as possible to void missing important public safety incidents, traffic alerts, power outages, hydrant flushing, severe weather alerts, overnight parking rules, and much more. Landline numbers will only be used for emergency incidents and are preregistered for anyone who does not have access to a cell phone or email.

The safety of our residents and businesses is our #1 priority so please do not miss out on this opportunity to be a well-informed citizen of Verona.

Please note, the previously used system NIXLE, has been phased out and is no longer in use.

Useful Web Resources:

Verona Schools

Current Weather Forecast

FEMA Assistance Info

PSEG Storms and Outages
PSEG: 1-800-436-7734

Federal Disaster Assistance

NJ Office of Emergency Management

NJ Travel Information

Ready.gov - Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.

Verona residents thrive within a community full of recreation activity provided through both municipal services and a network of volunteer-run organizations. Both the currently expanding Community Center and Veterans Sports Complex host activities for everyone from the very young to active older adults. Facility use includes high school and youth sports, youth programs, community organization meetings, senior exercise classes, hall rentals, and so much more.

From transportation and bus services to senior exercise classes, Verona's Community Services department offers many resources and activities for Verona Senior Citizens.

Save the Date! Community Survey Coming February 2026

The Tax Collector’s office is responsible for processing the billing and collection of all property taxes and Township water/sewer charges as well as the reporting and enforcement of these collections.

The Tax Collector’s office acts as the collecting agency for numerous governmental bodies, including the Verona Board of Education and the County of Essex.

The garden is completely funded by grants and donations. The Landsberger Foundation, Sustainable Jersey, PSEG Foundation and the Partners for Health Foundation are major sponsors. We also receive donations from local organizations such as the Verona Education Association, The Women’s Club of Verona, The Junior Women's Club, Hearth Realty and individuals. Private contributions are welcome. Only Verona residents are eligible to lease a bed. The lease fee for a 4' x 8' bed is $60, half beds are available for $30.

Lottery for Garden Beds is Open! Click the Garden Bed Lottery box above to apply

Only organic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides are allowed to be used in the garden. An  OMRI (organic materials Review Institute) label can be found on acceptable products. We often supply products such as neem oil spray for gardeners use.

Food Donations from designated garden beds as well as those donated from gardeners are brought to the Human Needs Pantry and to Verona Hillwood Towers, the senior citizens housing complex. Volunteers for this program are always welcome.

The Department of Public Works carries out much of the labor and construction work. We are extremely grateful for their continued support.

How Can you help?

• Please let us know if you can donate anything to our wonderful garden by filling out this form.
• We will update this page with volunteer opportunities and various ways to get involved and contribute to the garden!

Verona Community Garden Walkway - Building a Legacy One Brick at a Time

As the demand for the garden has grown we are in need of a walkway in our public section of the garden. We are asking for your support through an engraved brick fundraiser. Help us create a legacy for the community by showing your support with this fundraiser. 

Click here to order and customize your brick

Welcome to the Verona Community Pool (VCP)! Verona’s go-to summer oasis for cooling off and making memories, is now available to our neighboring friends and family!!

Experience the ultimate summer escape minutes from your home. The VCP is the summer destination for residents of all ages. Dive into fun with our diverse swim program, exhilarating slides, interactive splash pad and thrilling diving boards. Host an unforgettable party at the picturesque Gazebo and refuel at the Lakeside Deli snack bar. Endless entertainment awaits with activities like ping pong, shuffleboard, corn hole, basketball and volleyball…all included with your membership.

What’s New for the 2026 Season:

• There still is time to JOIN! Register now via CommunityPass

• The age limit for children has been raised to 26 & also includes disabled adult dependents

• Have you Booked Your Party Yet?! Click here for details 

• Check out scheduled events in the calendar below

• Become a VCP Sponsor!

• (SOLD OUT) A limited number of non-resident memberships will be available. 2026 members have priority to refer members!!

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Under the direction of the local registrar the Office of Vital Statistics processes and maintains all births, marriages, civil unions, and deaths which take place within the city limits of The Township of Verona. This office also ensures that all vital records are properly filed with the State Office of Vital Statistics in Trenton. Certified copies of these records are available through this office.

Verona's water department is dedicated to ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable and high-quality water to the Verona community while also effectively managing stormwater and wastewater systems. Our mission encompasses a comprehensive approach to water resource management integrating treatment, distribution and environmental stewardship.
Read about the recent Linn Dr. water well update here.

Stormwater management and collection is essential in implementing effective measures to capture and management runoff from rainfall and melting snow, while reducing the risk of flooding and erosion all aimed at protecting our waterways.
The wastewater collection and treatment team is committed to continuous improvement and sustainability. Together these interconnected functions allow us to provide comprehensive water resource management.

The Zoning Department is a resource to residents, property owners, contractors, business owners and design professionals on matters related to the Verona Township Zoning Code requirements and Municipal Land Use in order to build a successful and thriving community. 

The Zoning Department enforces the Zoning code in how land can be used and its purpose is to ensure balanced communities. The Zoning Department should be contacted before any construction commences on your property inclusive but not limited to: additions, cabanas, decks, driveways, HVAC units (inclusive of mini-splits), fences, patios, swimming pools (above or in-ground), sheds, signage, terrace, walkways, any accessory structure, a change of tenant (commercial), use change, before removal of any trees (living or dead).

In addition to permitting, the Zoning Department will perform attempt to resolve complaints filed by residents that pertain to Zoning code compliance.