Township of

Bass River New Jersey

Established 1864

About Us

Bass River is a large, 72 square mile Township on the eastern edge of Burlington County in the New Jersey Pinelands. Its sparse population, rural character, pristine streams and rivers with access to Great Bay, marinas, and campgrounds make it an oasis standing between the developed townships in neighboring Ocean and Atlantic counties. New Gretna is the historic business and residential center of the Township.

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Mayor's Welcome

October 2024

As the Fall and Winter season approaches many changes are occurring in the air and in the township. I am excited about the increase in community involvement. Many residents have stepped up to join our various committees, township events, newly formed programs and community camaraderie! We understand that relationships are vital to keeping our small town connected. If you would like more information on how you can become more active in our community, please email me at the address below.

Reminder that your voices will be heard by reaching out to me in four different ways that is convenient for you:
1. Email – mayorrick@bassriver-nj.org
2. Phone call 609-296-3337
3. Visit the staff at the Bass River Township Municipal building at 3 N. Maple Ave and leave a message
4. Attend Commissioner’s monthly meeting: 2nd Monday of the month @ 7pm at Bass River Township Municipal building

Also, I would like to continue to invite the former Mayor Deborah Buzby-Cope and Commissioner Nicholas Capriglione to attend our monthly Township/Commissioners meetings. As current residents with many years of experience behind you we welcome you to keep lines of communication open for your fellow neighbors.

We look forward to moving ahead to enjoy our hometown hospitality and the beauty of the changing seasons of the Pinelands.

-- Mayor Rick Adams

Mayor's Welcome
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Mayor Adams

Deputy Mayor Bourguignon

Commissioner Allen

Thanksgiving Day Holiday November 28th & 29th Township Offices Closed        Community Involvement Meeting December 2nd@7PM        Commissioner's Meeting December 9th@7PM In Person Only        Planning Board Meeting December 18th@7PM In Person Only        Christmas Day Holiday December 25th Township Offices Closed        New Year's Day Holiday January 1st Township Offices Closed                    

What's Happening

Community Involvement Meeting Monday, December 2nd at 7PM in the municipal building (3 N. Maple Ave, New Gretna, NJ).

Bring your ideas with action packed projects and most importantly neighbors who want to join in to make our small town a place of prestige.

Once again the New Gretna cemeteries will take part in Wreaths Across America on Saturday December 14th at Noon at Miller Cemetery (North Maple Ave next to the park).

This year's theme is "Live With Purpose". Come join our community to place wreaths on veterans' grave sites. See flyer for additional information.

Burlington County Health Department will hold Flu Shot Clinics on Thursdays throughout the County. The clinics are "walk up" and free to residents (donations are appreciated).   Times and locations are offered through January. County flu shot brochure and consent forms are located at  Burlington County Flu-Information

Bass River's shared service agreement for Construction and Code Enforcement has changed to the Borough of Tuckerton. See Construction Office page for details.

New Convenience Center stickers are available for the 2023 - 2024 year at the Town Hall.  To receive Stickers  you must fill out an Application (available at Town Hall also), and remember to include  your license  plate Numbers, and type of the vehicles that you are applying for.

Residents can query and pay their property taxes
online

Please note that no construction debris is allowed to be disposed of at the Convenience Center. If you are found to be in violation it will lead to a $15,000 fine by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Attention all residents of Bass River Township: We are asking you to please display house numbers that are easily seen from the roadway and to keep a clear path to your property entrance (s). This also applies to Trailer Parks, Campgrounds and all other businesses. Doing this will help our First Responders – EMS, Fire Department and Police and Emergency Management - have quick and easy access to your property in case of Emergency --Thank you.

Bass River Township has a drop off box for payments and correspondence. The box is  located by the Tax Office door at the municipal building.

Building on the success of the scarecrow challenge the town will be challenging all residents to do the same with Christmas Wreaths.

More to follow.....

Hammonton Rd. (Rt. 542) will be closed from the intersection of Loveland Lane and Leektown Rd for about a year starting on October 14, 2024 for replacement of County Bridge H8.31 See Closure Notice for details.

Burlington County has released Meals on Wheels flyer with information and program criteria. Donations are suggested but not mandatory.

The County and State offer many services for seniors. To learn more visit the Senior Services page. 

NJ Gas and Atlantic Electric notices and financial assistance programs can be found on the Utility Notice Page.

Storm and disaster related information can be found on the Storm and Natural Disaster Information page

AMHSA’s National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. See  AMHSA website for additional information.

Remember to call 811 and have utility lines marked before digging. Policy, procedures, and contact information for AC Electric and NJ Gas can be viewed HERE.

How can we help you?

  • Commission schedule, Commissioner roles, minutes, budgets, ordinances, and resolutions located on the Commission page.
  • Town clerk, tax office, finance office, zoning, construction, and emergency management located on the Offices page.
  • Fire, police, trash, animal, bookmobile, Covid, Food, senior, social, and storm services located on the Services page.
  • Planning Board schedule, members, minutes, forms, located on the Planning page.
  • Bass River and Washington Township court information located on the Court page.
  • Utility notices, local businesses, and websites of interest located on the Helpful Info page.
  • Various forms located on the Forms page.
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