WE NEED YOUR HELP! To ensure the safety of all our veterans, we are looking for extra convertible cars this year to help transport them individually for our Memorial Day Parade.  If you can help, please email us at: public affairs

The Westwood Regional School District has opened its annual preschool registration for its Integrated Preschool program for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a tuition-based program with an annual cost to be determined. To be eligible, your child must be 3 years of age and less than 5 years of age on or before Oct. 1, 2025. If you have a child residing in the Township of Washington or Westwood, visit the district's website for a program overview. An application may be downloaded here. Residents may also pick up an application at the Department of Special Services office located at 701 Ridgewood Rd. Twp of Washington. For assistance, contact Christine McNeil at 201-664-0880 ext. 2047 or 

VFW Post 6192 of District 2 in New Jersey is holding "A Day to Honor" commemoration ceremony on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, Saturday, March 29th, 2025, 10:00am -12:00pm, at Bethany Community Center, 605 Pascack Rd, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
The 2008 National Defense Authorization Act authorized this program to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War to honor Veterans and highlight the service of the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War. The Commemoration, officially began at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in...

DPW - HELP WANTED:
The Township of Washington's DPW is currently seeking 1-2 Part-Time/Seasonal Workers for up to 29 hours a week. A valid Driver's License is required, and all applicants must be 18 years + of age. 
Contact the DPW: (201) 664-3268 or Email: DPW with inquiries.

2025 DOG / CAT LICENSE REGISTRATION FORM - All dog / cat licenses due 1/31/2025. Renewal forms will be mailed the end of December. 
*ADDITIONAL $5 LATE FEE begins February 1st, and a $25 LATE FEE begins 3/1/25.  Letters will then go out from Tyco mid-March followed by summonses in April if still not paid.
PET LICENSING
Renewal Letters are mailed by December 31 to current pet owners on record for renewal by...

ASI began STEP ONE (inspections) on 1/29 near the Westwood/Emerson border.  Please note, not all inspectors will be starting at once.  The inspectors have been directed to contact the Washington Township Police each morning with their locations.  ASI's website will be updated as well every 3-4 weeks.  
INSPECTOR LOCATIONS are listed at the bottom of this page on ASI's website: Appraisal Systems- Twp of WashingtonQUESTIONS? - Visit ASI's FAQ page...

2025 Mayor Calamari's Presented Intro to Budget Letter PDF
I am pleased to present the Township of Washington 2025 Budget to the Council for their review and approval. I want to commend Administrator DiCarlo for his diligent work in preparing the budget with me, as well as all the departments, for keeping their requests well in
line with expectations.
The proposed municipal budget increase is a modest 1.5% over last year’s budget,...

LIVE STREAM - Our Council Meetings are live streamed and may be viewed on WCTV's cable channels: Optimum - Channel 77 and FIOS - Channel 24 or their YouTube channel here:  WCTVNJ YouTube Channel 
MAYOR & COUNCIL MEETINGS are held in an in-person format. Please notify the Municipal Clerk of any disability requirements necessary for attendance at Township Council meetings. If you are unable to attend a Council Meeting in person and would like a specific...

We are excited to announce Township’s 3rd Annual Family “Spring into Wellness 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair” taking place on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. The event will be held at Bethany Community Center in the Township of Washington. The Health Fair will start at 8am and the 5K Run/Walk will kick off at 9am on Woodfield Ave. Participants will traverse the tree-lined streets with views of Schlegel Lake. We are confident that we will attract a good number of children & adults to participate in both the run & walk as we did last year. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to partner with you for Township's Annual 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair. Your support helps make this an anticipated, yearly community event! Portions of the...

Printed calendars are now available at town hall for anyone who wants a printed copy. Just head up to the 2nd floor and see the administrator’s secretary! As a reminder, an online calendar is available on our website as well as a printable pdf version - visit here for both: Calendar Page

To request a White Goods (Metal) curbside pick-up, please click on the button below and fill out our request form. 
PICKUP REQUEST FORM > 
WHITE GOODS - i.e. Refrigerators, Freezers, Washers, Dryers, (all doors removed), Water Heaters, BBQ Grills, Lawn Mowers, Air Conditioners, etc. will be picked by appointment ONLY. *NO WHITE GOODS OR METAL...

For residents looking to reduce their household waste and become better recyclers, look no further than the Recycle Coach app—now available in the Township of Washington. The Township is excited to join the Recycle Coach network, which will transform how we communicate local collection, waste, and recycling information to our residents. Beyond that, the platform includes engagement and educational tools to help people manage and correctly dispose of their waste,” said Mayor Peter Calamari. Residents can access Recycle Coach from their...