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.

See Wikipedia Page for history and interesting statistics.

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Mayor's Letter

Bass River
pristine water, trees and relaxation of peacefulness in our neck of the woods

I continue to receive amazing suggestions for local improvements, neighborhood gatherings and compliments on what we do best-serve the people of this town! Even though it goes without saying, I want to make it clear to everyone in our town that the work of all our township employees is appreciated beyond words, and I couldn’t do without them.

Please keep yourself updated by checking the Bass River Township website, looking at the Community Calendar (located on the front of BR municipal building & website), and remember, 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, leave a message or see me by appointment on Thursdays 9am-2pm.
  4. Attend Commissioner’s monthly meeting: 2nd Monday of the month @ 7pm at Bass River Township Municipal building

We look forward to residents coming together to create
a town of camaraderie and connection.

Mayor Rick Adams

Mayor's Message
Properties for Sale

Mayor Adams

Deputy Mayor Bourguignon

Commissioner Allen

Commissioner's Meeting March 9th@7PM In Person Only        Planning Board Meeting March 18th@6:30PM In Person Only        Social Services March 25th@9AM-12PM        Good Friday April 3rd Township Offices Closed                    

What's Happening

Bass River Township is currently accepting canned good donations for our Food Bank at the town hall during normal business hours.

Join your friends and neighbors at the Mayor's walks every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 4PM at the LEH WalMart (see flyer).

New Convenience Center stickers are available for the 2025 - 2026 year at the Town Hall.  To receive Stickers  you must fill out an Application (available at Town Hall also), and bring it to the township clerk. 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

An updated yard sale permit has been created for 2025 based on updated ordinance. The permit cost is $5 and must be displayed during the yard sale.

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.

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.

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. 

The HOPE One mobile access unit offers critical support for persons and their families struggling with addiction, and related issues, with the goals of preventing drug overdoses and deaths and providing linkages for treatment and recovery support services putting them on the road to recovery and wellness.

See Services Page for services offered and monthly schedule.

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). Ideally house number will be on mailboxes. Doing so 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. This also applies to Trailer Parks, Campgrounds and all other businesses. --Thank you.

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.

Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events

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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