City of Hackensack Appoints Michael Antista as Chief of Police, Following Decade of Department Reforms and Leadership Overhaul
The City of Hackensack is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Antista as the city’s new Chief of Police, marking the first time in 14 years the position has been filled. This historic appointment is the culmination of a broader series of reforms implemented by Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council to enhance […]
Teterboro Airport Grows, Evolves In Busy Airspace
Residing in one of the most congested air traffic areas in the country, the preeminent U.S. airport for business jets is a case study in the interdependencies of the national airspace system. Twelve miles from midtown Manhattan, on the New Jersey side of the Hudson River, Teterboro Airport (TEB) is the oldest operating airport in […]
Our Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is Back!
Get ready to have a gourd time! Our annual Pumpkin Carving Contest is back and we invite residents of all ages to showcase their pumpkin carving skills and creativity. Participants are required to submit two photographs: one capturing the participant in the process of carving their pumpkin, and one of the finished carved pumpkin. Submissions […]
Hackensack Police Department Partners with COPS Office for Organizational Assessment to Shape Long-Term Vision
The Hackensack Police Department (HPD) has partnered with the Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) to conduct an organizational assessment, aimed at shaping the department’s future direction. The HPD will collaborate with the COPS Office’s Collaborative Reform Initiative to assess several key areas, including: data-driven policing, employee wellness, training and professional development, […]
Carver Park Basketball Courts Closed for Repair
The basketball courts at Carver Park will be temporarily closed for repairs on Thursday, July 18th. The maintenance work is expected to be completed swiftly, allowing the courts to reopen the following day, Friday, July 19th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the community’s understanding.
City of Hackensack Announces Adoption of 2024 Municipal Budget
Officials Pledge Commitment to Enhancing Quality of Life While Maintaining Tax Stability Mayor John Labrosse and the City Council have announced the adoption of Hackensack’s new municipal budget for the fiscal year 2024. Guided by the mission of improving the quality of life for Hackensack residents, the new budget ensures the enhancement of services with […]
Appellate Court Rules in Favor of City of Hackensack’s Decision to Terminate Officers Involved in 2016 Warrantless Search Incident
City Officials Pledge Continued Commitment to Systemic Reform at Hackensack Police Department After Major Legal Victory The Appellate Division of the New Jersey Superior Court issued a decision Thursday that the City of Hackensack was justified in seeking the termination of two police officers who were involved in a warrantless search of an apartment on […]
Environmental Commission and Green Team Meeting Canceled
Please be advised the Environmental Commission and Green Team meetings scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday May 22nd, are canceled due to lack of quorum.
Teterboro Airport Hosting Three Seahawk Helicopters
Teterboro Airport will be hosting 3 US Navy SH-60 Seahawk helicopters that will be taking part in the annual US Navy Fleet Week events in the NYC metro area. These aircraft arrived into TEB on Monday May 20th and will be departing the airport 1-2 times daily from Monday May 20th through Monday May 27th (Memorial Day). The […]
Hackensack Planning Board Approves Landmark Project for Former YMCA Site
New Mixed-Use Development Will Create More Than $1 Million in New Annual Tax Revenue The City of Hackensack is pleased to announce the recent approval by the Planning Board of the former YMCA site located at 360 Main Street. This project represents a major step forward in advancing the city’s long-term goals for redevelopment and […]
