Meet The Departments

The Manager is the chief executive and administrative official of the Township and is responsible to, among other responsibilities:

1. Compile and submit to Council the tentative annual budget pursuant to law.
2. Execute all laws and ordinances of the Township and the State of New Jersey.
3. Appoint and remove a Deputy Manager and all department heads and other officers, subordinates and assistants for whose selection or removal no other method is provided in the Charter or otherwise.
4. Supervise and control his/her appointees and report all appointments or removals at the next meeting thereafter of the Council. 
5. Review existing job classifications and salary ranges of all employees and present recommendations for additions, changes or modifications to Council. 
6. Negotiates contracts for the Township, subject to Council approval.
7. Report to Council any violations of the terms or conditions of any statutes, etc.
8. Attend all meetings of the Council with a right to take part in the discussions.
9. Keep the Council advised of the financial condition of the Township.
10. Make an annual report to Council, to include a detail list of major capital improvements considered by the Manager to be necessary or desirable during the succeeding five years.
11. Ensure that no contract is made or improvement undertaken until the necessary funds have been appropriated in the budget or by ordinance.
12. Consult with and work together with the Council and Planning Board to maintain the Master Plan and in establishing plans for the future development of the Township.
13. Investigate at any time the affairs of any officer or department of the Township.
14. Establish the organizational structure, duties, plans and responsibilities of all department heads and their major subordinates who report to the Manager, within the framework of general administrative policies established.
15. Develop, update and submit to Council for its approval employment policies not covered by collective bargaining agreement and the New Jersey Department of Personnel, purchasing procedures, risk management procedures, negotiation positions in collective bargaining with employee unions, the status of formal employee grievances or claims whether or not referred to labor counsel, evaluations of each department and office of the Township including staffing requirements and capital improvements as part of preparing and recommending an annual budget, a parts and supplies inventory oversight program.

Mission Statement 

1. To protect the health, safety and welfare of all users of buildings and structures within the Township of Teaneck through the enforcement of the Uniform Construction Code of the State of New Jersey
2. To insure the adequate maintenance of buildings and structures throughout the Township by the active enforcement of the Uniform Construction Code of the State of New Jersey
3. To provide and maintain a pleasing visual environment through the application and enforcement of the township's Development Regulation.
4. To assist in the orderly development of the township by applying the rules and regulations established by the Township Council
5. To assist the Township Council in providing a better community by suggesting the elimination of unnecessary or obsolete regulations, the alteration of regulations to recognize new and innovative technologies and the establishment of new regulations to address changing lifestyles and objectives
6. To assist applicants in the process of obtaining necessary approvals for use and development of properties within the Township
7. To provide assistance to property owners and users, in times of crisis, to minimize disturbance of life and livelihood
8. To maintain and advance the quality of life of people living, working and visiting the Township of Teaneck by promoting the ideals and principals set forth by the Township Council through their legislative actions

The Court handles all traffic violations which occur in Teaneck. It also hears all violations of Teaneck ordinances, and disorderly and petty disorderly persons offenses. More serious offenses are initially processed by the Teaneck Municipal Court and then turned over to the Bergen County Prosecutor, in Hackensack, for further action.

Travon Romeo has been a vital part of the Public Works Department since joining in 2003. With a robust educational background and an array of certifications, he has established himself as a leader in his field. Travon is a Certified Public Works Manager, a Certified Recycling Professional, and a Clean Community Coordinator, having obtained these certifications from Rutgers University. Additionally, he holds a C3 Sewer Systems Collections License issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and a Certified Pool Operator's Certification (CPO).

Under his leadership, the Public Works Department (DPW) of the Township is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of public areas and facilities. The DPW is dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appearance of the community through proactive and preventative maintenance programs. Their scope of work includes recycling collection, maintenance of Township buildings, care for all Township-owned vehicles, and the upkeep of parks, roadways, and both sanitary and storm sewer systems.

Travon expresses immense pride in the men and women of the Department of Public Works. Every day, the employees strive to deliver first-class services to the Township and its residents. Their duties are extensive and diverse, covering tasks such as clearing snow from streets, leaf removal, maintaining numerous parks and playgrounds, overseeing over 20,000 trees, managing hundreds of miles of sewer lines, building maintenance, and maintaining a fleet of vehicles for the Police, Fire, Recreation, and Public Works Departments.

Despite the significant workload, the dedicated employees of the DPW consistently perform at their highest capability, ensuring a professional environment while providing essential services to the community.

The Engineering Department provides the engineering of the Township’s infrastructure systems.  The infrastructure includes storm drain systems, sanitary sewer systems, buildings, grounds, parks, roadway systems, traffic signals, and various services required for public works.  The Engineering Department prepares capital improvement programs as they relate to the preparation of the capital budget and the implementation (engineering design and construction administration) of these programs.  In addition to this, the department also reviews the impacts new developments will have to the Township’s infrastructure, such as traffic conditions, sanitary sewer, and storm water systems.

The Engineering Department is staffed by consulting engineering firm Fastech, one full-time Teaneck Senior Clerk Typist, Maureen Ince (who also works for the Public Works Department), and one Teaneck Secretary Maria Moncato. 

It is the mission of the Teaneck Department of Health and Human Services to foster a culture of health by promoting and improving the welfare and safety of Teaneck residents, while advancing health equity through education and advocacy.

We envision and strive for health for all residents of Teaneck.

The health department provides the following services:

• Public Health Administration
• Retail Food Establishment Inspections
• Environmental Inspections
• Rental Property Inspections (Certificate of Health)
• Property Maintenance and Code Enforcement
• Dog & Cat Licensing
• Rabies Control
• Public Health Nursing
• Health Education & Promotion
• Social Services
• Vital Statistics
• Municipal Alliance Against Substance Abuse

Department Overview

The Teaneck Police Department’s table of organization authorized strength consists of 97 sworn officers, supported by 9 Public Safety Telecommunicators, 7 civilian support staff, 3 full-time Parking Enforcement Officer, and 12 dedicated Auxiliary Police volunteers. The department is organized into various bureaus and specialized units, including Patrol, Traffic, Community Policing, Investigations, Narcotics, Burglary, Warrants, Juvenile, Training, Accreditation, Identification, Computers, and Records.

Our officers actively participate in regional efforts, serving as members of the SWAT team, the County-Wide Rapid Deployment Force, and federal task forces alongside agencies such as the DEA and HSI. In 2023, the department responded to 49,558 calls for service, demonstrating our commitment to the safety and well-being of Teaneck's diverse community of 42,000 residents.

The Teaneck Police Department is proud to be accredited by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, reflecting our adherence to the highest standards of law enforcement.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Teaneck Police Department to safeguard the lives and property of the people we
serve, to reduce the incidence and fear of crime and to enhance public safety while working with diverse
communities to improve their quality of life. We will do so with honor and integrity, while at all times
conducting ourselves with the highest ethical standards to maintain public confidence.

About the Community We Serve

Teaneck is home to a vibrant and diverse population of 42,000 residents. The community is served by 16 schools, including 6 high schools that reflect the town's cultural diversity: 3 Jewish high schools, a community high school, an Islamic school, and a public high school.

Teaneck is also home to several significant institutions, including Fairleigh Dickinson University, the largest private university in New Jersey, Holy Name Medical Center, and the Teaneck Armory (home of the 50th Support Battalion). The town boasts over 40 houses of worship, 23 parks, and three major highways, including Interstate 95, Interstate 80, and Route 4.

The Purchasing Department is responsible for the procurement of all Township equipment, supplies, and services; helps monitor departmental budgets and spending; and serves as the Township's accounts payable liaison with vendors.

The Purchasing Agent monitors the Township's compliance with the Local Public Contracts Law, helps develop bid specifications and oversees all Public Bid openings. All current bid announcements can be viewed on the Township web site, and are advertised in the Bergen Record.

The Department also conducts public auctions of surplus Township equipment and supplies. The Purchasing Agent is the Township's liaison with the New Jersey State Cooperative Purchasing Program and the Bergen County Cooperative Purchasing System.

The Purchasing Agent oversees compliance with State Affirmative Action Public Contract Regulations, New Jersey State Prevailing Wage Requirements, State regulations pertaining to New Jersey Business Registration Certificates, and assists in Pay to Play oversight.

The mission of the Recreation Department is to provide year-round leisure-time activities and quality recreation programming for residents, enhancing their quality of life and contributing positively to the “Teaneck Experience”. To this end, the Department provides a wide range of programs for every age group spanning a multitude of various interests. 

The Registrar of Vital Statistics is historically part of The Health and Human Services Department. The Registrar is responsible for maintaining permanent records and being in compliance with The State of New Jersey’s guidelines.

Duties include issuing records, licenses, and permits and preparing amendments for:

• Birth
• Death
• Marriage
• Civil Union
• Domestic Partnerships

The Assessor's Office is responsible for the equitable distribution of the local property tax burden by compiling and maintaining a list of all taxable properties in the township and assigning values to each. Maintenance activities include: recording new property owners; inspecting and assessing taxable new construction; listing subdivisions; reflecting value changes due to demolitions, fires, etc. The Assessor's Office also works in conjunction with the Township Attorney's Office for the defense of the municipality's position in tax appeal proceedings. Other responsibilities include determining the eligibility of individuals seeking property tax deductions and/or organizations seeking tax exempt status.

The Tax Collection Department is managed by the Chief Financial Officer and head of the Finance Department, Issa Abbasi. 

As a statutory officer of the State of New Jersey the Tax Collector is responsible for the billing, reporting, enforcement and collection of property taxes for the Township of Teaneck, including sewer billing and other municipal charges. Property tax bills are issued annually.