Notices
At Your Service
Working on your home? Scheduling an inspection has never been easier! With just a few clicks in the Borough's Self Service Portal on merchantvillenj.gov residents may now schedule appointments, complete applications and more without the need to visit Borough Hall. You can schedule an inspection, complete a zoning application, report a trash issue or file an OPRA all from your computer or smartphone! Please choose an option below to complete and submit your request. Schedule a construction inspection. Zoning Application for structures. File an OPRA request. Report a Trash issue or complete a Map search to identify different zoning classifications for lots, blocks, buildings and properties.
Pet, Chicken License Renewal
Time to get your pets and backyard chickens registered! Registering your pet with the Borough is a simple way to ensure pets are up to date with rabies vaccines and aid in getting them home should they become lost. Please return your license renewal or application to Borough Hall, 1 W. Maple Ave, by Jan. 31 to avoid late fees. Forms are available here for dogs and here for backyard chickens. Licenses must be obtained annually in the month of January. Fees: Spayed/Neutered $18.00. Unspayed/unneutered: $23.00 Late Fees: After January 31, the late fee is $20.00 in addition to the original cost. A non-compliance fee of $50.00 shall be charged for each cat or dog found to be unlicensed. Licensing Age: Cats and Dogs over 7 months
2022 Holiday Parade
The Merchantville Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting is Friday Dec. 2nd with public safety representatives, borough officials and members from lots of teams, clubs and community groups gathering at Wellwood Park to march down Maple Avenue to Park & Centre Streets! Expect great performances from the Merchantville School choir and band at 6:45pm and the start of our parade at 7:00 p.m. Bundle up, grab the family and head downtown for a Merchantville holiday tradition. For up-to-date information check out www.merchantvillenj.gov.
Tax Payments Made Easy
Merchantville tax bills are in the mail, folks. Pay your quarterly bill by August 23, 2022 to avoid collecting interest. Make your payment on merchantvillenj.gov, inside Borough Hall, 1 W. Maple Ave, or in the secure drop box outside. Online payments can be made by simply looking up your name or address in the search engine here and clicking on the "make a payment" button using your debit card, credit card or by routing a payment through your bank account. The Borough offers residents and property owners the option of becoming a registered user, to save accounts, store payment methods, and schedule payment or proceed without registering.
Borough Adding Portal
Merchantville Borough is going digital! Borough officials are preparing to launch a new online portal system through SDL to streamline and simplify tasks for staff and residents. The new system will be linked on the homepage of merchantvillenj.gov and available for all to access. The new portal system allows users to file applications, pay certain fees and manage numerous tasks all from their computer or smart phone. These improvements have been utilized through several of Merchantville’s neighboring towns and are proven to be helpful to residents. More information on the upcoming SDL portal.
RFP Professional Services
The Borough of Merchantville solicits statements of qualification for applicants for appointment to the following professional positions: Municipal Attorney, Municipal Court Prosecutor, Municipal Public Defender, Financial Advisor/Disclosure Specialist, Municipal Bond Counsel, Municipal Auditors, Special Counsel, Consulting Engineers, Insurance Broker of Record, Broker of Record for Employee Benefits, Title Company, Borough Appraiser, Municipal Planner, Historic Preservation Architect, Consulting Environmental Engineers, Conflicts/Special Projects Engineer, Land Use Board Attorney, Land Use Board Engineers and Historic Preservation Commission Attorney. Responses should address the general criteria and mandatory minimum criteria for the position sought. All responses will be treated as confidential and reviewed only by the Mayor and Borough Council, unless otherwise required by law. Responses must be received in the Office of the Borough Clerk no later than 11:00 AM Thursday, November 18, 2021. All responses shall be opened and announced publicly, immediately thereafter by the Borough Clerk or his representative. Responses will be reviewed by the Mayor and Borough Council. All appointments will be announced at a public meeting. Unless otherwise noted appointments shall be for the calendar year of 2022 and subject to the execution of an appropriate contract. Applicant requirements.
Vote Early In Town
Mayor Brennan is proud that Merchantville was chosen as an early voting location in Camden County. Merchantville is one of only seven towns in Camden County chosen to offer Early Voting from Saturday, October 23rd through Sunday, October 31st. During this additional voting period, registered voters may cast their ballots at the Community Center, 212 Somerset Street at voting booths available between 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sundays. This new option enables all registered voters to cast their ballot in person, using a voting machine, during a nine-day period prior to Election Day with no appointment necessary. New Jersey residents may now choose to vote, in person, when it’s most convenient for their schedule. Each early voting location in Camden County is open to all registered Camden County voters. Individuals do not need to vote in their registered municipality.
Boro Vaccination Update
NEW Borough Website
On August 27th the Borough of Merchantville launched its new website. So, when you logon to www.merchantvillenj.gov - the official municipal website of Merchantville Borough - you will notice a lot of changes. News Center, Upcoming Events and a photo slider are prominently displayed on the homepage. You'll also find easy access to forms and permits, agenda and minutes, payments, programs and a search bar on this updated site. Catch up or stay current on Council, Land Use, Shade Tree, Historic Preservation and Diversity meeting agenda and minutes. Browse through the calendar to search for monthly meetings and local events. It's still a work in progress so you may find that some links are not fully functional yet - so help out by dropping a line to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you spot a problem or connection error. Thanks!
Vaccination Message
Mayor Brennan is urging all Merchantville residents to get vaccinated. In a Facebook post on Friday he shared that our vaccination rates are good but they can be better -- much better! The transmission rates for COVID-19 as a result of the delta variant are increasing and cases in our area have doubled in just the past week. Getting vaccinated saves lives and protects the lives of our friends and loved ones. As of August 6, 2021, Merchantville's fully vaccinated residents included 93% of those 65 and over, 74% of those 30 and over and 73% of those 18 and over. Partially vaccinated residents include 97% of those 65 and over, 79% of those 30 and over and 78% of those 18. Both pharmacies in Merchantville, CVS and Rite Aid, are administering vaccines and have availability this and every week. You can also use the NJ's appointment finder here for walk-in and scheduling options. Please get vaccinated and if you need assistance, please contact the Borough of Merchantville at 856-662-2474 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Let's get all age groups in our town fully vaccinated!
Crossing Guards Needed
The Merchantville Police Department is currently accepting applications for Full Time and Part Time Crossing Guards. Adult school crossing guards play an important role in the lives of children who walk or bike to school. Young children are more vulnerable to crashes when crossing the street because, until the age of 9 or 10, they lack the motor and cognitive skills required to safely navigate many traffic situations. Crossing guards aid children in safely crossing the street, and through their example, crossing guards help children develop the skills necessary to cross streets safely. In addition, crossing guards serve as a visual alert to drivers about the presence of children. Please contact Fran MeyersThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 856.662.0507 to get more information about this position. NJ Crossing Guard Manual. The Borough of Merchantville is an equal opportunity employer.