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Mayor’s Message CITY INFO Elected Officials FROM THE DESK OF MAYOR MICHAEL WILDES MAYOR Michael Wildes CITY COUNCIL Charles Cobb (At-Large Member) Cheryl Rosenberg (Ward 1) Michael D. Cohen (Ward 2) Katharine Glynn (Ward 3) Wayne Hamer (Ward 4) I’m honored to have recently had the privilege of swearing in four new, highly-qualified police officers to help fill the ranks of the Englewood Police Department. A recent string of home burglaries has just been a reminder that we must remain ever vigilant in keeping our community safe. I want to thank Chief Suffern, Deputy Chief Halstead, all of our officers for their hard work and dedication. I know there have been tensions within the community regarding staffing levels and hiring, and this is a strong step towards ensuring our Englewood PD has the continued resources and personnel to keep our city safe. We welcome our newest officers and look forward to the additions their diversity and experience will bring to our Englewood family. CITY HALL 2-10 North Van Brunt St. 201-871-6637 www.cityofenglewood.org Phone Directory ADMINISTRATION 201-510-8206 CITY ASSESSOR 201-871-6622 CITY CLERK 201-510-8213 CITY MANAGER 201-510-8206 CODE ENFORCEMENT (BUILDING DEPT.) 201-871-6642 COMMUNITY SERVICES (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT) 201-871-6664 ENGINEERING 201-569-7590 ENGLEWOOD LIBRARY 201-871-6668 PHOTO/CITY OF ENGLEWOOD From left are Mayor Michael Wildes, new officers Brian Havlicek, John McConnell, Edwin Sanchez and Paul Schluter, Detective Ronald Layne, Chief Lawrence Suffern and Deputy Chief Gregory Halstead. FIRE DEPARTMENT 201-568-6301 FIRE PREVENTION 201-871-6693 HEALTH DEPARTMENT 201-568-3450 HOUSING AUTHORITY 201-871-3451 HOUSING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 201-871-6692 MAYOR’S OFFICE 201-871-6666 MUNICIPAL COURT 201-569-0255 PERSONNEL 201-871-6660 POLICE DEPT. (GENERAL) 201-568-2711 ADMINISTRATION 201-871-6401 TRAFFIC 201-871-6442 PUBLIC WORKS 201-568-3401 RECREATION DEPARTMENT 201-871-6550 TAX COLLECTOR 201-871-6607 ZONING OFFICER 201-871-6650 2 DECEMBER 2019 MYENGLEWOOD Age-Friendly Englewood looks forward Age-Friendly Englewood is putting plans in place for several projects in the months ahead, all of which will make Englewood better for those seeking to remain in their homes or in the Engle- wood community as they age. The following plans are being developed: n Benches on sidewalks leading to and from the central business district. n Intergenerational programs that bring older adults and teenagers together. n Programs focusing on mental health con- cerns impacting older adults, such as isolation, depression and anxiety. n Development of a community garden near the central business district. n Blood pressure monitoring program with the Health Department. n Sunday afternoon concert series at the Library. n Doo-Wop show at bergenPAC to celebrate Older Americans Month in May. n Public art and murals that bring people of all ages together across geography, race, religion and ethnicity. n Milestone birthday party for those reaching age 70, 75, 80, 85 and 90 or older in 2020. In addition to these exciting plans, Age- Friendly Englewood is forming an Older Adults Advisory Committee to advocate for implementa- tion of age-friendly practices in Englewood. Key among these are more affordable housing options; better transportation options for those who no longer drive; and reaching those who are isolated. If you are interested in serving on this committee, call 201-591-5162 or email agefriendlyenglewood@ gmail.com “An age-friendly community is great for people of all ages,” says Janet Sharma, Age-Friendly Englewood coordinator. “Age-friendly practices will make Englewood a great place to grow up and to grow old.”