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PUBLIC WORKS2023-09-06T11:23:04-04:00

PLEASE CALL 856-931-0646 to report a public works related concern.

The Runnemede Department of Public Works is an organization that provides services for the residents of the Borough of Runnemede, the public in general as well as the other Municipal Departments. Most services are characterized as maintenance or support activities.

The Public Works Department, through its employees, provides for the delivery of high quality, cost effective, efficient, safe services involving public infrastructure and facilities to enhance the quality of life in the Borough of Runnemede.

It is our goal to respond quickly to each request, maintain the same quality of service and monitor our completion rate and customer satisfaction.

To Contact Public Works
856-931-0646 or
http://runnemedenj.net/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

Harry G. Wozunk II, Superintendent, CPWM, CPR
hwozunk@runnemedenj.org

Nick Ritz, Assistant Superintendent, CPWM
nritz@runnemedenj.org

Patrick Moriarty, Assistant Superintendent Sewer
pmoriarty@runnemedenj.org

Public Works Complex
Located at 820 Broadway, Runnemede, NJ
Corner of Crescent and Broadway

IMPORTANT

READ THIS: RECYCLING SIMPLIFIED

The Borough needs to enforce these measures in order to maintain the facility used where we dispose of our recyclables. The return market on recycling has bottomed out and our vendors are forcing higher rates or looking for ways to cut current contracts. To maintain our current low contract we need to make sure that the proper materials are collected.
We acknowledge our original post on FaceBook and Web site might not have been viewed however, we are making every attempt to contact all residents to educate them on the new recycling demand placed on us by our facility.
We are confident by working together we will continue to make Runnemede a better place to live.
Material outlining the recycling process can be found at the Borough Hall.
Some of the bigger issues of this process are No plastic bags, no contaminated paper products, No metal or aluminum other than can goods. Only glass bottles Etc.
Some Example of things not allowed are pizza boxes and ice cream containers. A good guideline is if you think it’s trash it is.
Again we apologize for any disruptions or inconveniences, but together we can all work to make our rates stay low while continuing to help the environment.

READ THIS: Investigation: Some of Philly’s recyclables are being burned, not reused

HOW DO I REPORT Missed Recycling2019-06-07T21:22:27-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A Playground Safety Issue2019-06-07T21:24:45-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A Clogged Storm Drain2019-06-07T21:23:36-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A New Recycle Can2019-06-07T21:21:38-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A Sinkhole2019-06-07T21:22:57-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT Damage to Borough Property2019-06-07T21:25:16-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use https://runnemedenj.org/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A Pothole2019-06-07T20:30:31-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use http://runnemedenj.net/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF A PROPANE (BBQ GRILL) TANK?2019-06-07T20:23:56-04:00

Take back to a place that exchanges bottles. (Home Depot, Lowes)

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF HAZARDOUS WASTE?2019-06-07T20:22:54-04:00

The Borough does not collect or except at Hazardous Waste. I.e. Gasoline, Chemicals. Visit Camden County Website for Hazardous Waste collection dates and places. http://www.camdencounty.com/event/free-household-hazardous-waste-collection-6/

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF A CHRISTMAS TREE?2019-06-07T20:22:31-04:00

Public Works collects trees daily from the week after Xmas to the end of January as scheduling permits with the chipper.

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF CONCRETE?2019-06-07T20:18:25-04:00

Concrete can be taken to several concrete facilities for free. If you hire a contractor have them remove it.

WHOSE RESPONSIBILITY IS THE CURBSIDE TREE?2019-06-07T20:18:03-04:00

All trees and debris from removal of trees located on the property of the homeowner, up to and including the curb, are the responsibility of the homeowner.

HOW DO I REPORT A Missing or faded sign?2019-06-07T20:25:34-04:00

Contact Public Works at 856-931-0646 or use http://runnemedenj.net/view-all/resident-concernscomments/

HOW DO I REPORT A STREET LIGHT OUT?2019-06-07T20:15:36-04:00

Contact PSE&G at 1-800-436-7734.

WHAT DO I DO WITH MY YARD WASTE, BRANCHES AND/OR LEAVES?2019-06-07T20:14:22-04:00

Grass, branches, leaves may be placed in a can or paper bag (NO Plastic Bags) and placed at curb for pick up on Mondays year round.

Large branches or trees must be cut in no longer than four (4) foot sections and stacked at curb for chipper. Please call 856-931-0646 advise chipper will be needed.

Leaves are collected in piles placed at curb November and December. No piles may be within ten (10) feet of any storm inlet.

If you hire a Landscaper or Tree Service all debris must be removed by them. The only exception is leaf and yard waste.

Do not place dirt or stumps in cans or bags for collection the Borough does not except it.

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF PAINT?2019-06-07T20:13:39-04:00

Latex and oil base paint needs be dried by filling container with kitty litter and placing in household trash. Public Works does not collect.

HOW DO I REPORT A WATER LEAK OR RUSTY WATER?2019-06-07T20:13:04-04:00

Contact New Jersey American Water at 1.800.272.1325

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF MOTOR OIL?2019-06-07T20:12:37-04:00

Oil is collected at the Public Works garage.

Please call 856-931-0646 and schedule a drop off time during normal business hours.

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF METAL AND ELECTRONICS?2019-06-07T20:12:13-04:00

Place at curb and call 856-939-5161

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF AN APPLIANCE?2019-06-07T20:11:40-04:00

Have your vendor remove it when new item are delivered.   The Borough does not collect appliances containing Freon.

MY TRASH WAS MISSED OR TRASH COLLECTION QUESTIONS2019-06-07T20:10:46-04:00

Bellmawr shared service trash collection 856-931-1111

HOW DO I DISPOSE OF BULK TRASH ITEMS?2019-06-07T20:08:32-04:00

Two large non-metal bulky items may be placed at curb on trash day.

Construction debris that do not fit in a trash can and more than the two cans per household must be removed by owner and or contractor.

HOW DO I REPORT A SEWER EMERGENCY?2019-06-07T20:07:39-04:00

If you are experiencing a sewer emergency please call County Dispatch at 856-939-3354

Homeowner is responsible to know location of clean out and maintain access. The lateral lid and/or plug must be intact to prevent debris and rain water entering into system.

RECYCLE

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More Resources:

Report a problem on a Camden County Road…(click here)

Snow Plowing Tips – The following are some tips and facts to help you better understand the snow removal process:

  • HOW TO SHOVEL A DRIVEWAY APRON: When shoveling, pile the majority of the snow to the left of your driveway, as when facing your house. This helps when the snowplows come by…there is less snow to be plowed in front of your driveway. The shoveling of snow into the road is not permitted. The snow plows will only push the snow back into your driveway. Try to wait until storm has past and plows have plowed curb to curb before opening driveway aprons.
  • WHEN DOES PLOWING START? Snowplows typically start the plowing process after 3 to 4 inches of snow has fallen.
  • While the storm is on going the main purpose of plowing is to assist in response of Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Service to respond to Emergencies.
  • HOW DOES SALT WORK? After the salt is applied, cars work the salt into the snow to make the salt do its job. Slush created by the salt and traffic can then be pushed off of the roadways. Once solid ice mats are formed it is difficult to remove them with a plow blade. Salt is also applied after plowing to improve driving conditions.
  • HOW DOES BRINE WORK? Brine is a liquid solution of 23% salt and 72% water that is applied to road surface prior to a storm to create a barrier between the snow or ice and road surface. It assists in removal of snow when plowed to reduce ice mats from forming.
  • WHY CAN’T I LEAVE MY CAR IN THE STREET? By removing your car from the street, plowing can be done efficiently and prevents the car from being plowed in. It also protects the car from being splashed with slush and salt.

WHAT ABOUT PORTABLE BASKETBALL HOOPS OR OTHER PERSONAL PROPERTY? Just like cars, all personal property should be removed from the street. If they are left in the street you can be summonsed and damage can occur by plows.

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